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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black sink, and a coffee maker on the counter.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a balcony.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in shelving, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.
A hallway with white doors, a welcome mat, a wooden floor, and a ceiling light fixture.
A covered porch with a view of a green landscape and a building in the distance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mustang Island Beach
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Palmilla Beach Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Half Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cattail Castle | Water Views | Steps to Beach

Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities
Modern luxury and style abound at this palatial Palmilla Beach retreat. Boasting all-new construction and design, this spacious escape features waterfront views of Sunset Pond and direct boardwalk beach access right from the community. During your stay, enjoy complimentary on-site access to the community's resort-style pool or enjoy a few rounds at Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Enjoy access to incredible amenities, including two elegant resort-style pools that are heated during our winter season. A designated area at the beach with food services and air-conditioned bathrooms. During the summer, poolside cabanas, golf carts, beach chairs, and umbrellas are available to rent via Guest Services. An open layout, ample windows, and lofty cathedral ceilings create a bright and inviting ambiance for group gatherings in the great room. A massive sectional and smart TV set the scene for casual downtime, while a dry bar equipped with a wine cooler and mini fridge are ready to mix up some pre-meal entertainment. Spark gourmet inspiration in the stainless steel chef's kitchen and take care of cleanup with ease using the automatic dishwasher. Furnished decks on either side of the home offer plenty of opportunity for outdoor living. A gas grill is also provided for Texas-style barbecues. Additional home essentials include central air-conditioning, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer. THINGS TO KNOWThere is currently major construction occurring on new homes in the area. No current homes or amenities will be affected, though construction equipment may be visible and views may be obstructed in some areas. Construction has been scheduled during certain times of the day to minimize noise and potential disturbances to guests. The work is scheduled to conclude in the next year.Streaming services are available with guests’ own account(s).No pets are allowed at this vacation rental.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay.Security camera details: This home has camera on each entrance of the fist level. City/town permit number: 006850 You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect the home, neighbors, quiet hours, parking guidelines, occupancy limits, resort rules, and all local ordinances during your stay.
Check-in is guaranteed by 4:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Guests must be at least 25 years old to check in and must follow occupancy limits.
Please treat the home with care. Guests are responsible for damage, missing items, extra cleaning, and unauthorized pets or related fees.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5481881
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Port Aransas Beach and Port Aransas Birding Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Holiday Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 27 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shore Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cattail Castle | Water Views | Steps to Beach?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cattail Castle | Water Views | Steps to Beach on Sep 7, 2027 start from $1,181, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cattail Castle | 5-Bedroom House | 6 Bathrooms | Gulf Views | Resort Amenities located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Mustang Island Beach. Holiday Beach and Port Aransas Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home!

Will definitely stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Rental Home in Port Aransas! Highly Recommended!

Great location and very comfortable house. We would stay here again on any future visits. The Beach resort also provides great amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everlasting memories. Great pkace and wonderful memories
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Port Aransas 2025

This was our second time staying at this property. Everything was perfect! Beautiful home that was well equipped with anything we could possibly need. Gorgeous views too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great for the family

Space for everyone to have their own privacy and a large family room and kitchen to gather together. Close to the beach and the pool is great. Very clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful home for large families!

Our children and grandchildren came with us and we had wonderful bedrooms for everyone to stay in and plenty of room for everyone to enjoy. We loved the master bedroom which had a separate ice maker and small refrigerator so we could enjoy our coffee first thing in the morning without waking anyone. We would definitely stay here again!$
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing home and was perfect for 12 of us to stay in. We loved the whole house but we especially enjoyed the master bedroom which had its own kitchen and fridge. We could make coffee early without waking anyone else.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trevino family

Being able to spend quality time with family in a beautiful home. I hope the good lord will bless me with many more years to do it over and over again. Did not want to leave. I had a beautiful time with my family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic home with great views

The pictures do not do this place justice. Sunrise and Sunsets on the 3rd floor. Golf course and Gulf of Mexico views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome house

The house was beautiful, well designed and nicely decorated. Everything was clean and in good condition. Nice kitchen and spacious great room for everyone to hang out in. Everyone in our group wished we could add another day just to stay longer at the house!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Port Aransas Family Trip

We rented this home for our 3 families with children 5 and under and had a wonderful time! The weather was rainy so we spent quite some time in the house and it was clean and spacious. It also had baby gates at the bottom and top of stairs which was great for our toddlers. It also had Sonos throughout which was a nice bonus. We would definitely rent this house again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

FANTASTIC!!!

This was a FANTASTIC home for our family reunion. Beautiful views, well stocked kitchen, bathrooms were updated and beautiful with supplies, bedrooms were comfortable & spacious, functional elevator, plenty of TVs & sound system in living room, convenient parking, extra towels for beach & pools, beautiful pools & golf course & nice workout facility near by. We were very comfortable and would highly recommend this beautiful home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs.

This brand new, beautifully decorated beach house in Palmilla Resort far exceeded our expectations. Rooms are ample in size with quality linens, kitchen is expansive and well supplied with professional cookware and appliances, elevator is great for bringing in luggage or for when stairs might be a problem plus the balconies have beautiful views…all which make this property ideal for an exceptional beach vacation! Also, the golfers in our family thoroughly enjoyed the course! Would absolutely love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The fabulous Cattail Castle

Our family of nine had a wonderful time in Port Aransas and our accommodations at The Cattail Castle made it perfect. So many amenities in this beautiful extremely clean home. We had a king bed for everyone of our three adult couples, every bedroom has its own private full bathroom. Really appreciated having the two kitchen sinks, two dishwashers, two ice machines and a utility room on two floors. Probably the best was having an elevator to get our groceries and luggage upstairs. We loved our stay in this beautiful home and can’t wait to come back.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at The Cattail Castle, Laurie! We are thrilled to hear that your family had a fantastic time in Port Aransas and that our home contributed to making your stay perfect. We are delighted that you found the home extremely clean and well-equipped with so many amenities. It's great to know that the king beds, private full bathrooms for each bedroom, and the additional kitchen and utility features met your needs and added to your comfort. We are especially pleased that the elevator made it easier for you to manage your groceries and luggage. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we are so happy that you loved your stay. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!!!

The home at 128 Cattail is simply perfection. We were blown away by the design, furnishings, and comfort of the home. We felt like we could simply move in! The views at this lovely estate are amazing, with decks off of most rooms, you are able to have your own private space to relax and enjoy the ocean’s breeze. The kitchen is a chefs dream….all the amenities of a personal home and MORE! The beds are super comfy, linens are just right, and wonderful spaces for kids to bunk. It is a short walk through the beautiful neighborhood to the boardwalk where the beaches are located. We enjoyed the larger-sized heated pool. It was wonderful for parents and children alike. We can’t wait to go back and enjoy this beautiful vacation destination on Port A’s beach!
Response from VrboOwner on May 6, 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you found the home at 128 Cattail to be perfection. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the amazing views, private decks, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the heated pool. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay at this beautiful vacation destination in Port A's beach!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Okay…were issues

Nice property, but very problematic elevator. If you have people with medical issues requiring this elevator, be leery. We got stuck in this elevator no less than 5x - traumatizing for sure. There is one blowdryer in the entire house and zero paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags etc. outside of what is on counter/in containers. For the amount of money spent, this house was disappointing to say the least. Nice house, neutral stay.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Gina. We’re glad to hear you found the property nice, but we sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered with the elevator. We understand how distressing it can be to experience problems, especially for guests with medical needs, and we will investigate this matter further to ensure it is addressed. We also appreciate your comments regarding the supplies in the home. We strive to provide a comfortable experience for all our guests, and we will review our inventory practices to ensure that essential items like paper towels, toilet paper, and trash bags are adequately stocked. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable stay in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Dream

The Cattail Castle is amazing. Ample parking. The kids bunk room is perfect. Washer & Dryer on every floor. Card & game table on the 1st floor. Don't worry about the kitchen, dining and living room being on the 3rd floor because there is an elevator. Worked perfect. Kitchen has everything. 2 ice makers. You will never run out of ice. Outside shower to wash off from the beach. But honestly, stop by the pools (They have showers too) to relax before returning to the house. The AC worked great. Each bedroom had everything. The description of the home doesn't even do this property justice. We have stayed at 3 locations at Palmilla Beach Resort and this is the best. I can't even list all the extras that come with this property. We rented golf carts for convenience. The beach is a longer walk but doable. The outdoor sitting areas are fabulous. One on the east side facing the sunrise and the other on the west. A clear view of the beach. Thank you to the homeowners for building such an amazing home. You thought of everything.

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