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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a shaded area, surrounded by colorful buildings and palm trees.
A sign for Island Retreat, a beachfront condominium complex, with palm trees and a clear sky in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by houses and a beach in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Centrally-located

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

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Holiday Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪99 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach

IR161: 1st Floor Condo / 8 Guests / Shared Pool / Shared Charcoal Grill / No Pets Allowed / Golf Cart Accessible

IR161 is the perfect place for your next Port Aransas vacation getaway! This 1st floor condo is situated in Island Retreat Resort that offers an abundance of amenities. The full-sized kitchen is equipped with all your essential culinary needs, a living area with TV and dining table is the perfect place to enjoy a meal. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms IR161 will sleep 8 comfortably. Best of all, the resort has two shared pools, grilling & picnic areas throughout, tennis, pickleball, basketball courts, and much more. Plus, you'll be within walking distance to the beach. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to stay in paradise!

Things to Know:
Please bring coffee and filters.

Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information:
2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 10am – 10pm
2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station
Basketball Court
Tennis and Pickle ball court
Sand Volleyball
Playground
Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex.
Private Event Room - Call for details
24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated)
Sorry, No Pets Allowed
Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required
All Vehicles require a parking pass.
No Grilling within 20ft of any building

Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office
Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm
Saturday 9am to 1pm

STR # 248329
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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3492698vb
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 condo is on 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, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 29 min drive - 34.4 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 31 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is steps from Holiday Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying here and we loved it. The location was perfect, it provided convenient access to the beach. The staff was friendly and property was very well kept. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice clean property and great location

Great stay. Only problem we encountered was that the air conditioning had a hard time cooling the bedrooms. We were able to cool them by droppping the temp all the way down but you woke up to a frozen living area. Which is way better than a hot one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall. We appreciate your feedback regarding the air conditioning. It's our mission to ensure every guest feels comfortable and at home, and your insights are invaluable in helping us achieve that goal. We understand how important a good night's sleep is, and we're already looking into solutions to balance the temperature throughout the entire space more effectively. Your comfort is our priority, and we're grateful for your understanding and patience. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. If there's anything else you need, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. Warm regards, Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location for beach

This condo was good for location. The pool was across the parking lot & the beach was also fairly close. There was a smell of mildew that stayed while we were there, but we were hardly ever in the condo. The kitchen had pretty much what we needed to cook our few meals. Plenty of towels. This place worked for our family of 6. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay. We're delighted to hear that our condo's location worked well for your family and that you found the amenities, like the kitchen and towels, satisfactory. We appreciate your understanding regarding the challenges we face living on the island, especially with the humidity. This can sometimes cause issues like the mildew smell you mentioned. Please know that we're continually working on improving our accommodations and will address this concern promptly. Your positive feedback about the pool, beach proximity, and overall experience is motivating for us. We're thrilled to have been a part of your family's vacation and hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience. Safe travels and warm regards, Life in Paradise Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location and clean!

Great place - we had six adults and two kids and we all liked it! Plenty of room. There are washers and dryers, but they are outside and need lots of quarters so we never used them. This unit directly across from the pool and a short walk to the beach. It could have used some lamps in the bedrooms and a few more things in the kitchen (blender, bigger skillet, another cookie sheet, foil). The floor made the kids feet black, but other than that it was VERY clean. Owner very nice and responsive. The bathrooms were perfectly clean. Would recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear your group of six adults and two kids enjoyed the space and found it roomy and comfortable. It’s great that you appreciated the convenient location near the pool and beach, as well as the cleanliness of the bathrooms and the property management's responsiveness. We appreciate your feedback about the washers and dryers, bedroom lamps, and kitchen items like a blender, larger skillet, and cookie sheet—these are helpful suggestions, and we’ll look into making improvements. We’re also sorry to hear about the floor and will ensure it’s addressed for future guests. Thank you for recommending us, and we’d love to host you again! -Life in Paradise Team

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