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Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
    Holiday Beach
    12 min walk
    Mustang Island Beach
    2 min drive
    Port Aransas Birding Center
    3 min drive
    Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Great for Families! | Pirate's Bounty

Summary:
Get the best out of Port Aransas!
- Less than 5 minutes (1.3 miles) to Beach Access Road 1-A.
- Terrace and barbecue area, perfect for hosting a meal.
- In-ground pool with plenty of shade for cooling down after a trip to the beach.
- Multiple Queen, and Bunk beds to provide comfort for the whole family!

Book now to secure you temporary island haven. Nestled in the picturesque Pirates Bay community, this classic beach home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with plenty of space.

The Space:
Please note, that all guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement and provide a valid form of ID.


This property features:
- Prime location in Port Aransas, near birdwatching, the beach, and golf.
- Master bedroom includes queen bed with tiled, walk in shower.
- Self check-in with smart locks.
- Parking for two vehicles.
- 40 minutes from Corpus Christi International Airport.


What you’ll find inside:
- Modern kitchen equipped with modern appliances and a 12 cup drip coffee maker.
- 3 bedrooms.
- Comfortable living room with seating for 5.
- Smart TV in the living room.
- Washer and dryer.


What you'll find outside:
- Large community pool
- Gas grill
- Easy parking access

Attractions:
- Port Aransas Birding Nature Center
- Port Aransas Beach: Enjoy the sandy shores and Gulf of Mexico views.
- Mustang Island State Park: A great place for outdoor activities like hiking and birdwatching.
- Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture: Ideal for nature walks and birding.
- Red Dragon Pirate Ship Cruises
- Fire It Ceramics
- Palmilla Golf Course
- Bron’s Backyard (live music)
- Robert’s Pointe Park


Great Restaurants:
- Fins
- Seafood & Spaghetti Works
- Cancun
- The Crazy Cajun
- Bierhaus
- Black Marlin Bar & Grill


Local Spots:
- Chapel on the Dunes
- The Tarpon Inn: A historic landmark with a charming atmosphere.
- Port Aransas Art Center: Explore local art and exhibits.
- Port Aransas Brewing Company: If you enjoy craft beer, this is a great local brewery to visit.

Guest Access:
We offer self-check-in. Portoro uses smart locks.

•We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. For a reliable alternative with guaranteed check-in or check-out timing, it's recommended to book the night before or after your scheduled arrival or departure.

Getting Around:
For a touch of adventure and a bit of exercise, rent a bicycle and pedal through charming streets, discovering hidden gems while enjoying the salty breeze. Take it slow with leisurely beachfront strolls, exploring shops, and savoring local cuisine on foot. Enjoy the ferry ride not just as a means of transport but as an experience with breathtaking views and possible dolphin sightings.


Local favorites:
- Big Shell Bikes
- Port A Jeeps
- Bron’s Beach Carts


Note: This residence is not situated in an area accessible by golf carts, as crossing Highway 361 with a golf cart is against the law.


Beach Parking Permits
Cost: $12.00
Beach parking stickers can be purchased at City Hall, the Chamber of Commerce, local grocery and convenience stores, as well as various vendors and businesses in town and on the beach.

City of Port Aransas - Beach Parking Permit Information:

To park along the beaches in the City of Port Aransas, a $12.00 permit is required. This applies to the area from Marker (0) to Marker (62).

Free parking areas are available between the Jetties and Horace Caldwell Pier, as well as between Markers 52-58.

Other Things to Note:
Please pay close attention to following the HOUSE RULES: Non-compliance could result in sizable fines.
- All guests staying at a Portoro home are required to sign a rental agreement and complete identity registration.
- Age restrictions apply. Please inquire for more information.
- All guests must be included on the guest list and not exceed the maximum number stated on the listing.
- To ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features, ALL guests are required to read the house manual upon arrival and notify Portoro with any questions.
- Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately.
- Before check-in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.
- Pets are not allowed at this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without Portoro’s approval, there will be a cleaning charge of $500.
- We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one-hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check-in or late check-out is great, your best option is to book an additional night.
- The home has cameras for external monitoring only.
- HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: Both the City of Port Aransas and the State of Texas require all hotel and vacation rental hosts to collect hotel tax. We collect these two taxes within the booking transaction. The state requires 6% and the city requires 7%.
- LONG-TERM STAYS: (Snowbird, long-term rental, winter Texas, winter Texan). Contact Starkey by Portoro to discuss if a long-term stay discount applies to this listing. Stays over 29 days are waived from paying the State and Local Hotel Tax. However, there are additional fees we need to collect for damage coverage and housekeeping. In compliance with our policies for long-term stays, we need to collect an additional cleaning fee for guests staying longer than 3 weeks. Your Guest Ambassador will coordinate the cleaning schedule for a minimum of once every 2 weeks. You can request cleanings more frequently if desired. Additional cleaning charges will be sent using a payment request or resolution request, immediately following the cleaning. Your guest ambassador will reply shortly and be available to assist you where needed.

Interaction with Guests:
We offer self-check-in. Portoro uses smart locks.


•We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late checkouts in advance. If the house happens to be ready earlier than our standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, we, in most cases will allow an early check-in. If your need for an early check-in or late check-out is great, your best option is to book the night before or after your arrival/departure.

Property manager

Starkey Properties.

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this vacation home is near the beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Horace Caldwell Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Texas Sealife Center and Texas Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 5 min drive
  • Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria San Juan - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬20 min walk

Reviews

7.6

Good

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
We had the best time in Port Aransas. The home was absolutely beautiful and accommodated everyone very nicely. The host was also very helpful with anything we needed and responded immediately. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couple little issues
The ceiling fans and lights seem to operate on their own, turning on all night in our bedroom while trying to sleep. Also, never did receive the pool access code. WiFi was an issue with the tv in the second bedroom, never got to use streaming services in that room. Overall a good experience with some slight hiccups.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was nice but….
The listing said queen size beds in the two main rooms but they were only full size beds. We are all bigger people so that made for uncomfortable sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
This is a nice place. Enjoyed the amenities and gave us valuable memories together as a family. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Desiree S.

Port a trip with family
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was spacious and enough room for the whole family. We did see some **** roaches in the kitchen which is gross when we had our food on the counter. Also the master bathroom had blood on the wall by the bathroom. We enjoyed our stay overall. The master bedroom has a tiny bed for me and my larger husband. Couch could be other than wicker. Thanks
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Vaca with my adult grand children
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: From the moment we arrived at Pirates Bay in Port Aransas, we were excited about the property. The Condo was spacious and really nice. The rooms were big and comfortable. The amenities were awesome. The grandchildren are still thanking Grandma. We had a great time and will use Starkeys property next summer for our annual trek. Thank you for making our stay effortless .
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli D.

Wonderful time!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful place. The beds were so comfortable and we slept 9 people very comfortably. We cooked several meals here and had adequate kitchen necessities. We did take a very large frying pan due to us wanting to make burgers one night. Pool was big enough and not over crowded and was just a few steps from our place. We also loved the private gated breezeway where we sat outside and stored our ice chests, pool toys, beach gear, etc. I would definitely stay here again!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Vacation getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely time, the staff and guest was very friendly. The house was very clean and unique. The rooms was comfortable like home away from home.
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8/10 Good

A guest from N/A, CO

Family Vacations
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Space was nice, pool was clean and play ground was great. Quick response received the morning after dirty bedding was found. Greatly appreciate the communication and the steps taken to rectify the situation. Would suggest an update to the photos as the furniture has been changed.
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6/10 Okay

Nicki P.

Not one of the best stays we have had
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First night The smoke detectors went off every 30 min beginning at 2am until 8am. We did not get hardly any sleep. We reported the next day. We lost power for a bit and the house had limited furnishings for cooking utensils and pots pans etc. the water pressure felt like needles on your skin. did not feel safe having the kids lin on the young girls at the pool. He left abruptly when my husband confronted him without explanation. I would like to think the property would offer some sort of discount or something for our stay there.
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Pirates cove
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was not a good experience . Dirty dishes, broken slat in bunk, beds and linen very old, either no water pressure or too much pressure, little hot water. Roaches outside.
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4/10 Poor

William M.

Was Just OK
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I've rented places in Port A for 15 years. This was just OK. Place was clean and photos accurate. Should have mentioned that golf carts not an option due to location. Also, water pressure was way too high. Shower was painful at times and sprayed everywhere. So was spray attachment in kitchen sink. Some thinking needs to go into the experience to make it better. Have the owners stayed in the unit?
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10/10 Excellent

VIckie G.

Totally awesome
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were really impressed with the entire experience. The property was exactly as described and it accommodate my entire family comfortably. The rooms were nice and refreshing. The pool area is super close to the room. Really impressive!
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2/10 Terrible

Jackie H. H.

Uncomfortable
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pirate Bay’s unit 203: only has 3 total pillows for a unit that is supposed to sleep 10, plan to bring your own. All other pillows were only throw pillows or pillows with decorative shams (very strange and made for a very uncomfortable experience; why did both queen beds only come with one pillow?); living room furniture was very uncomfortable and only seats 4; the dining room table chairs and bar chairs are hard wooden chairs, not the ones pictured in the image with cushions; so if you and your 9 guests want to relax together, it’s not happening. The master tub’s drain was broken making it unusable. The master only has a queen bed, other units come with kings. The 3rd bedroom with the queen only has one night stand, so lots of things had to be placed on the floor next to the bed; no hooks to hang toiletry bags in the bathrooms; No hair dryers; very limited kitchen supplies - ex: not even any salt and pepper - ex: 6 forks for 10 guest unit - ex: no baking pans and minimal pots/pans; coffee cups are very small. I will say the unit was kept very clean, perhaps because it was recently renovated. Only have glassware items, so if you have little kiddos, you’ll need to bring some plastic cups/plates. The property owner should really provide a list of what is there in the unit and a suggested packing list. We’ve been to Pirates Bay many times, but unfortunately will never stay at this particular townhome unit again (PB 203).
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8/10 Good

Mary G.

Blue Buoy
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was very nice, clean and comfortable. Would be nice if you supplied coffee mugs. The cups are a little small for coffee drinkers. the water pressure in the showers was very low. Could also use extra pots and pans. Other than that, we had a good time.
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4/10 Poor

Lori B.

Father's Day Stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was kind of pricey when the master did not have a King size bed, The coaches in the living room where not comfortable, not enough TP and towels in the bathrooms. The sink in the master bath was not usable. The cleaning fee was outrageous because we basically had to clean the house ourselves. The whole family was disappointed. We had stayed at another house in this location before and was very satisfied with our stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Christy M.

PB203
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good. This property needs a little maintenance. Furniture coverings in the living-room were stained & dirty. Kitchen has minimal utensils for cooking. Master shower was clogged & would puddle up while showering. Second shower needs a curtain; water sprayed all over floor. It would have been nice to have access to the broom to sweep the floor during our stay. The pool was filthy & the sewer smell was overwhelming. We enjoyed our stay inside once we made our way through the mesquito filled breezeway.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Beautiful place!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was perfect with plenty of room for two families. We will definitely book again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Not a pleasant stay
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Wi-Fi did not work, When I reported it the management company told me they knew that but the part has not come in. THEY SHOULD HAVE TOLD US THAT. Walk-in showers did not drain well. stood in 2 inches of water while taking a shower. Water in Kitchen sink barely comes out of the faucet, No stocked with enough cooking utensils. Coffee pot too small cannot make a pot of coffee for three people at one time. Coffee cups are demi-tasse (riduculous), No broom to sweep the sand in house, Master bsth countertop was so high we couldn't brush our teeth without going to another bath to do so. Beds were so high need a stool to get in them (None provided) OVERALL NOT A PLEASANT STAY. Would not reccommend it to anyone. Also believe it is overpriced for the lack of ammenties it provides
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Dripping Springs, Texas

Can't wait to go back!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This trip was wonderful! The townhome was perfect for us. We had two families stay - (4 adults, 1 child, and 1 baby) the set up was perfect! Each family has their own "wing" of the beautiful house. :) The kitchen is great and had everything that we needed. The townhome was clean, even according to my high standards. (I felt totally comfortable using the kitchen and letting my baby crawl on the floor.) Great location in the city and relative to the pool! Lisa is a wonderful concierge. She helped with everything from a bakery to a photographer. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Regina K.

4th of July Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very beautiful. It was very roomy and comfortable. We did experience a problem and they were very quick and helpful. The pool was very inviting, but it was always packed so we choose not to try it out. The parking was kind of a pain if you leave and come back in the evening, because people would park where ever. Other than that we loved the place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Love Pirates Bay!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love Pirate's Bay! This was our third time here and it is a wonderful place to stay. The condo was just as described. There was plenty of room for the 9 of us. And the pool was a nice amenity. The Starkey staff were super friendly and helpful when needed. Food at Finn's was awesome.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Tim n Mary's winter vac
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice heated pool would b a plus
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Nice Condo but Kitchen is Sparse
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good: The condo is in good shape and has nice furniture. There are plenty of dishes, glasses, and cooking pots. There is a DVD player in the living room. The unit is close to the swimming pool. The patio is nicely furnished. There is a blender but we didn't use it.Bad: The kitchen only has a 4 cup coffee maker and does not have many cooking supplies, knives, silverware, or plastic cups. The pantry is locked for the owner's use so you won't be able to store anything there. There is a pizza pan but no baking dishes or cookie sheet. Starkey has units with better kitchen amenities available in Pirate's Bay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

problems!
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I plan a yearly vacation in Port Aransas and have been staying at Pirates Bay for the last 7 years, usually through Starkey rentals.Never a problem till this year. The main problem was they switched condos on us with no advance warning and what we got stuck with did not meet our needs at all. My daughter and her three kids, one a special needs child, require certain things that were available in the original condo we rented. nothing was what we needed in the one we got stuck with. In addition, there were constant problems with parking as the neighbors seemed to have about ten cars. The condo was not clean, ants everywhere, virtually no hot water, and on and on. If we had the original condo that we rented back in February, most of these problems would not have existed. All in all, it was a very stressful "vacation". Not at all happy.

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