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Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly

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A bright living room with a teal sofa, a mustard armchair, and a wooden coffee table.
A swimming pool with clear water, a wooden deck, and a covered seating area.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a large window.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, wicker furniture, and a wooden table.
A living room with a blue sofa, a yellow sofa, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Near the sea, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. It includes a pool and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy nearby adventure activities like personal motor watercraft and birdwatching, as well as attractions such as Holiday Beach and Port Aransas Museum. The property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Holiday Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellis Memorial Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly

SB519: Big Nauti
2BR, 2BA, 8 Guests, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Pets Allowed, Charcoal Grill, Golf Cart Accessible,
Parking for 4 Vehicles
Newly Remodeled

The Big Nauti is located in town, within walking distance of the beach, with an outdoor pool oasis, large balconies, and vibrant coastal decor and charm inside this second-level home. The private backyard area offers options such as swimming in the private pool with a water feature and table, basking in the sun, enjoying a beverage under the Palapa, rinsing off in the outdoor shower, cooking up the day's catch on the grill, and eating/ gathering under the shaded area. Sip your morning coffee on the large back balcony in the Gulf breeze or catch a breathtaking sunset on the front deck. There is a full bath out by the pool. Step inside to the open, inviting living/dining/kitchen area with coastal touches carried throughout. Unwind on the plush couch, sofa, or vibrant accent chairs while watching your favorite movie on the wall-mounted TV with cable and Wi-Fi. The kitchen is equipped with an island for prepping and basic pots, pans, and dishes for your cooking needs. Savor meals at the striking wood table and benches with seating for eight guests. There is a stackable washer/dryer for your use as well. The full hall bathroom is comprised of a vanity with a granite countertop and a tile-trimmed tub/shower. The guest bedroom (BR1) is complete with a King bed, TV, closet, a chair for curling up and reading a book, and access to the back balcony. The bunk room (BR2) is perfect for kids with a set of Twin over Twin bunk beds, a Full over Full bunk bed, a closet, and a chair. This home is 0.4 miles from the beach and just blocks from restaurants, shops, and nightlife.

Bedrooms:
BR1-King
BR2-Twin over Twin bunk bed, Full over Full bunk bed

Things to Know::
Must be 25 years old to book one of our units. Strictly enforced, ID verified upon check-in.
Life in Paradise rental agreement required upon booking.
Pet Friendly with $95 Fee per Pet, Maximum 2 Pets.
Property comes with a starter pack of toiletries, any supplies beyond this are up to the guest to replenish.
Pools are serviced weekly, upwards of twice per week during the summertime. Services may be performed while occupied.
Laundry detergent not provided.
Please provide your own charcoal.
Beach Towels not provided.
Please bring coffee and filters.
Beach Gear Credit: With a 2-night minimum stay - details will come via email from Vayk Gear. Ordering must be done online at least 48 hours prior to your arrival
Construction is a constant in Port Aransas. While we strive to ensure your visit is peaceful, you may encounter sights and sounds of building, projects or community improvements during your stay. We appreciate your understanding as we work towards making our community better for everyone.
We provide WIFI to enhance your stay and keep you connected. While Port A is typically reliable, you may experience occasional outages beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2163646vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near the beach. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fisherman's Wharf and Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ellis Memorial Library - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly on 26 Jan 2027 start from £495, 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 Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool, Close to the Beach, Pet Friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was really cute with great artwork! The master bed was super comfy. But really, it was all about the pool which was clean and a perfect refreshing cool temperature. Thank you for being pet friendly and sharing your wonderful home! Will definitely rebook!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're glad the house, pool, and master bed hit the mark — and that your pet got to enjoy it too. We'd love to have you all back anytime. Life in Paradise Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay, pool was great, area was super quiet and the beach is so close! Couldn’t have asked for a better weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and loved the great pool, the super quiet area, and the close proximity to the beach. It sounds like the perfect weekend, and we’d be thrilled to host you again! -Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the property very much. Although the weather was not cooperating, we still use the pool. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, I would definitely stay again. The property was great for our girls trip and our one little dog. Such a luxury to have the pool. It was super close to the beach, easy for walking or taking a golf cart.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad the property was perfect for your girls' trip (and your little dog!). It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the luxury of the pool and the convenient beach access. We’d love to host you again in the future! -Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend gateway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you had the perfect weekend getaway. We’d love to host you again soon! -Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice, exactly as described. Abt 7-8 min walk to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear the property met your expectations and was exactly as described. The short 7-8 minute walk to the beach is definitely a plus! We hope to host you again soon. -Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Overall, it was a great trip! It did take us a while to find the second bathroom, it's downstairs not in the main area, but we did find it. We also had a little trouble finding the code, but management was great and responding immediately and resending it to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Accommodations

Enjoyed the pool and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review. We hope to see you again soon at Life in Paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

The house was very clean and great proximity to the beach. We will be recommending this spot to friends and family in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased to know you enjoyed the property and that we were able to accommodate your needs. We look forward to seeing you again at Life in Paradise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place for a wonderful family getaway

Comfort & enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, inside and out.Great location for all directions.Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Port Aransas Vacation

Beautiful spacious home in a good location! We loved the pool and balcony areas!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the amenities at the property and we hope to have you back at Life in Paradise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

This a a great little house we enjoyed our stay here and it was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased to know you enjoyed the property and that we were able to accommodate your needs. We look forward to seeing you again at Life in Paradise.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location!

We loved the house, the location & set up was great for our family of 4. The pool & backyard were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

We always stay here when we go to Port A! Thank you for sharing your wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2022
Thank you for your review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the property and your stay! Please come back and see us anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun House

Cozy little house to stay in. It was very close to the beach and we would love to stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Hey Nathan, thanks so much for the kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Life in Paradise and found our little house cozy and close to the beach. We would love to have you back as our guest anytime in the future. See you at the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Enjoyed location of home in reference to things to do
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and that it was a good location. We hope to see you again soon! Thank you for staying at Life in Paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

Good neighborhood. The surrounds housing were friendly. Lots of close places to shop/eat. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2024
Hello and thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the neighborhood and found our location convenient for shopping and dining. It's always a pleasure to know that our guests have had a memorable stay with us, and we're especially grateful for your compliments towards the friendly community. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you back for another visit. Until then, take care and happy travels! 🏡✨ -Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little getaway

We had a very memorable time and the home was perfect! Private yet close to everything. Thank you for a wonderful getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2021
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families…

…who like to hang out together!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed the property! We look forward to your return to the Island!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

The pool was wonderful! Location was easy enough to walk to the beach, but a golf cart made it even better ;) very comfortable king size bed. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and it was a convenient location! We hope to see you again soon at Life in Paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big Nauti was clean, comfortable, and close to the beach.

Big Nauti was clean, comfortable, and close to the beach. We enjoyed morning coffee on the wrap around porches and evening swims in the pool. I'd be happy to return to Big Nauti next time we're in Port A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Big Nauti! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that you found our space clean, comfortable, and conveniently close to the beach. There's nothing quite like enjoying a morning coffee on the wrap-around porches or an evening swim in the pool, right? We'd be absolutely delighted to welcome you back to Big Nauti during your next visit to Port A. Until then, safe travels and happy beach days! Warm regards, Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway.

We really enjoyed our stay. We really liked the house layout. Every room was very comfortable and relaxing. We also liked how close the property is to the beach. We would stay here again as well as recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay!

My husband and I had a great get away at this home! Nice and clean, close to the beach and in the middle of the island close to food and bars. Private pool is awesome. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that the property was in a good location. Thanks for staying at Life in Paradise!

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