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Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!

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Living Room with sleeper sofa
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Work Space / Den

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2nd Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sleeper Sofa

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!

Smiling Jackโ€™s Escape is a lovely two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in the perfect location for enjoying the beach, birding, fishing, dining and exploring Port A.

Smiling Jackโ€™s Escape has a beautiful open kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and everything you need to cook a delicious dinner. The dining table offers seating for six. The kitchen island offers additional seating for two. Relax in the spacious living room while watching your favorite shows on the 55-inch Smart flat-screen TV.

The primary bedroom has a king-size bed with a flat-screen TV and an en-suite bathroom. The guest bedroom sleeps three with a queen-size bed and twin-size bed and has a flat-screen TV. The second full bathroom is located across the hall. Smiling Jackโ€™s Escape has a large balcony that overlooks the sparkling pool and has incredible views of Corpus Christi Bay.

This condo is part of a family and pet-friendly complex within a short walk to the beach via the private boardwalk. The prestigious Mustang Island Beach Club complex has a shared heated pool, hot tub and fish cleaning station. One parking space is available with limited additional guest parking. Boats and trailers are allowed. The condo is on the second floor and is not ADA accessible.

Book your stay at Smiling Jackโ€™s Escape and find out why the beaches of Port Aransas, Texas, consistently make the Travelerโ€™s Choice Best of the Best list. Known as the โ€œFishing Capital of Texas,โ€ Port Aransas is an anglerโ€™s haven with pier fishing, deep-sea excursions, and bay and channel fishing. You can even cast your line directly in the surf. Water activities abound in Port Aransas, and you will have your fill of surfing, parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking and paddleboarding. The pristine coastline and warm waters of the Gulf invite you to spend leisurely days swimming, snorkeling and beach combing. Port Aransas also boasts a bustling community of art galleries, museums, boutiques, and restaurants to satisfy every palate.

Book Smiling Jackโ€™s Escape, a pet-friendly condo with stunning pool views, a spacious private deck, and a complimentary stay for your furry friends. Enjoy the convenience of an on-site fish cleaning station, making it the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure.
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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 0โ€“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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3051214vb
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

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mustang Island Beach and Mustang Island State Park. Roberts Point Park and Texas Sealife Center are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mustang Island State Park - 4 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 11 min drive - 14.6 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 15 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 15 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชDylanโ€™s Coal Oven Pizzeria Etc - โ€ฌ3 min drive
  • โ€ชKody's - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชShore Cafe - โ€ฌ3 min drive
  • โ€ชBeach Lodge - โ€ฌ9 min drive
  • โ€ชSonic Drive - In - โ€ฌ8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!?

As of 5 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools! on 7 Jun 2026 start from ยฃ232, 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.

How much is parking at Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Smiling Jacks Escape | Pet Friendly, Shared Pools! located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mustang Island Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mustang Island State Park and Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Port Aransas Beach and Holiday Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 52 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved how close the beach was, and the heated pool was great! The kitchen was well stocked and the place was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you for sharing this thoughtful feedback. Weโ€™re glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, the heated pool, and the well-stocked, clean home. Your comments mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back on a future stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great place!

Loved the space and cleanliness. Very communicative on all info needed. large patio and right next to the beach !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the space, cleanliness, and convenient location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I really appreciate your kind words. I strive to provide a great experience for all my guests, and feedback like yours lets me know I'm on the right track. I hope you had a fantastic time and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ericka D.

Wonderfully clean and spacious for the entire family

We chose this wonderful location as it allowed us to bring our 2 furry babies to the beach for the very first time! Our entire family enjoyed our stay in this clean and comfortable location. We will certainly look to stay here again as our pups had the time of their life.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We sure do love fur babies here at Silver Sands! So happy you were able to bring them and spend some good family time! -Bella
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce J.

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

I would have like for my puppy to have been able to join the family in the gated pool/grilling area

I did not realize until after we had arrived that we would not be able to have golf cart access to this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg W.

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

Review of condo

Everything was great except the sheets were too small for the bed in the.master bedroom. The fitted sheet kept coming off and we had to sleep on mattress pad half the time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good, but could be cleaner

Overall, a great property for a quick, price conscious vacation. -Great coffee maker -Plenty of room -beautiful deck -pool was clean and well maintained -beds comfortable -kitchen very livable Fixes/improves: -Deeper cleaning needed before new guests. Lots of dust and dirt on floors (had not been mopped in awhile) -Outdoor area very dirty (table, floors etc) A good cleaner and a little paint/TLC would make this property 5 stars. Looked like a lot of the upkeep needed may have been on the larger property owners rather than this room. Would return though!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The individual unit we stayed in was just fine. However, the grounds around the pool were atrocious. They need a full lawn care attack. There were weeds growing along every wall and fence line. There were sticker burrs growing adjacent to the lower stair walkways. The planter beds had not been cleaned out and replanted in years. Some pool furniture was damaged and unsafe. The grounds man did pick up trash each morning, but that is all. There cigarette butts everywhere. We toured a unit that was for sale and it was very clean and nice. We were just turned off by the poor shape of the pool area and the rock fountain that we will not purchase a property there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We will pass along your concerns about the pool area and grounds maintenance to the HOA of this complex. Our goal is to provide a well-maintained and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future once these areas have been improved.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jasmine D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

I was told pest control would show up, they were a no show. Yesterday I was told maintenance would show up, they were also a no show. There was many dirty dishes in the cabinetry. Everyone left left sick, Iโ€™m pregnant and Iโ€™ve scheduled an appointment with my OB because I had a bad fever from the dirty vents and/or mold. We have booked many times and even over a month in the same condominium with Padre Escapes Rentals and we loved the experience, we didnโ€™t think booking with another party in the same condominium would be any different. Sadly that was not the case. Please make the appropriate steps to create a safer environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

Excellent stay

Quiet and clean condo with a large covered porch overlooking the pool. Highly recommend if you are bringing your dog.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amie G.

Wonderful!!!

Beds are comfortable but the sheets kept falling off because they aren't deep pocket sheets. Also the coffee machine leaked the first time we made coffee and so we couldn't make coffee anymore. Other than that, wonderful place to stay. Great location, great pool especially for our kids. Short walk or drive to the beach! We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. So sorry that there were some things missing that would've made the stay better. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
Verified

2/10 Terrible

SANDEE G.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Terrible.

The bed sheets and towels were the only thing clean. There were fleas and ticks all over the place and mesquites everywhere. You wiped the floor with a wipe and it came back black.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Sandra! So sorry to hear about the issues you had with this rental, I can assure you we do our best to help make the stay more comfortable. I don't see in our software that you contacted us during your stay but only until you checked out. Please feel free to let us know asap next time so that way we can find a solution for you! Thank you -Bella
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jim B.

Vacation

We had a wonderful time at Smiling Jacks Escape. Would highly recommend. Very nice and comfortable. We will definitely try and stay again next year. The beds were comfortable and the unit Was clean. Only problem we had was the coffee pot was cracked and would not work Properly.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anthony F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Do not stay at Mustang Island Beach Club

Online this condo looked nice. We arrived just after check in time to find the door open and what looked like house cleaning had not been inside. Called silversand management company and they sent someone out an hour later. She let us know that the cleaner had been fired while in the condo and had dumped salt and pepper all over the condo ๐Ÿ˜ณ she cleaned up. Tuesday night the neighbor above our condo did construction (nail guns, saws, sanders) from 6pm until we left at 6am the next morning. We slept zero hours. Called silversands management again and they said they canโ€™t do anything but we should of called the police ๐Ÿ˜•. The final straw was being woken up Thursday morning to pest control requesting to spray the unit. Overall we would never stay at MIBC again. Management is VERY POOR!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. We deeply apologize that you had to deal with those issues, there is no excuse as to why you were not able to enjoy the stay. We will be sure to do better in communicating and cleanliness, know that we do care about our guests and don't ever want to lose trust. Someone will be notified about all of this so we can correct what was wrong. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jorge M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs improvement - better cleaning

The place is nice and close to beach access but most of the furniture is outdated. It really needs to be updated. We also found that it is not properly cleaned. Some of the kitchen cabinets are a mess nothing in order. The blankets were dirty. They were just thrown on the closet shelf not folded and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. We deeply apologize that you had to deal with those issues, there is no excuse as to why you were not able to enjoy the stay. We will be sure to do better in communicating and cleanliness, know that we do care about our guests and don't ever want to lose trust. Someone will be notified about all of this so we can correct what was wrong. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Celebrating Birthdays

We enjoyed the comfort of the condo, loved the wrap around porch for the breezes and the easy access to beach and town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We are so honored to have had you all stay with us! Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback, hope to see you again soon -Bella
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elicia W.

Our stay

We had a very nice visit. Everything was clean, pool and grounds well-maintained, and condo nicely furnished. The only thing missing was kitchen towels. We could have used more dish towels and hand towels.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shyla H.

5 Star

Great place to stay! We will definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

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

Father's Day trip

Nice property. We chose it because we brought a dog. Family of 5 with 8, 12, and 14 year olds slept comfortably. It was clean and everything worked....that's all I need! The hot tub and pool were nice. Never walked to the beach b/c we had family staying nearby and just used the access at their condo. I'd stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us! We are so glad you enjoyed the stay -Bella
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Charles G.

Pretty but dirty

I hope this is passed on to upper management. I want to make sure you are aware of what happened. We stayed in Smiling Jacks this past weekend. We got to our condo around 5:00 on Friday. The condo looked very nice, exactly like the pictures showed. My daughter went to the spare room to lay down. When she pulled back the bedding she immediately called my wife in because the sheets were dirty. There was dirt and hair all in the bed and on the pillows. They then pulled back the twin bed. It was okay. My wife went to the master bedroom, pulled back the sheets, and it was disgusting. Dirt, dog hair, human hair and some sort of brown smudge at the foot of the sheets. I walked into the bathroom and the shower was gross. Dirt was all in the bottom and you could tell the glass doors were not clean either. I called maintenance, and within an hour, someone came out and changed the sheets and cleaned the showers. My wife also had to sweep the floors because they were very dirty. She swept from corner to corner and had a huge pile of dog hair and sand.(we had not been to the beach yet). We knew if they had not swept, then the floors had not been mopped either. Floors should be mopped between guest stays, especially since dogs have been staying there. It was obvious that the cleaning company came in, made the beds without changing the sheets, restocked the toiletries and towels, and then left without cleaning anything else. I hope you address this because I'm betting we weren't the only ones. Unfortunately, although the condo was nice, the walk to the beach was not bad, and the beds were comfy, we will not recommend anyone stay here due to the uncleanliness. Thank you, Charles Gates
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Charles! I am so sorry that your unit was not cleaned, we want our guests to completely enjoy their vacation and it was an unfortunate situation. Housekeeping was made aware of this unit and will do better about the upkeep. Other than these things we are glad you were able to enjoy your stay somewhat -Bella
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Great time!

I had no problems with this rental. Key code worked, unit was very nice and clean! Little far from beach but that's my only complaint!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

Great winter vacation

Enjoyed this condo with fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds and huge balcony with great outdoor furniture. What we enjoyed the most was the short walk to the boardwalk and then taking a stroll on the most beautiful section of beach in Texas!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

Best Kept Secret in Port Aransas

This was a last minute thing for my husband and I when we found ourselves in the area with a few days to spare. Johnny was very helpful and professional. Even with the short notice, he made our check in process easy. The unit is beautiful, bright, and cozy. It has an expansive deck overlooking the pool area and boardwalk to the beach. I'm a self admitted "mattress snob" and these beds exceeded my expectations. Slept like a rock. The only suggestion I would make is to instruct the cleaning crew to pay better attention to detail when it comes to nooks and crannies that may be hard to reach with a broom or mop, but are still visible to guests. Highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

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

Would use again

Easy process renting,clean, I dont think the walk to the boardwalk was long,kids walked barefoot..enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Edward P.

Liked: Check-in

Condo was in good condition. Facility was adequate.

Two issues: (a) access to the beach is cumbersome (can't use golf carts, long carry of beach items) (b) property is showing its age by its weathered condition
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brent J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ou stay at the beach

Enjoyed our tune in the island. The pictures of the condo were accurate. Nice and clean. The pictures of the pool area are not as it seems very small pool and dirty. Chairs, trash, and foos left in the pool from other guests. The hike to the beach is always so get food shoes or better yet just drive down to the beach so not to walk back when you are wet and sandy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

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