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Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12

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A swimming pool with a wooden deck and chairs, surrounded by a white fence.
A poolside area with Adirondack chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of a building across the pool.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining area. A kitchen is visible in the background with modern appliances.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted TV.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Holiday Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Full Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Full Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12

Knot A Care: a 4-bedroom Port Aransas home for 12 with a private pool, garage game room & golf-cart access to the beach, shops & dining.

COPASTR: 547-310

On the quiet, golf-cart-friendly side of Port Aransas, in the Fisherman's Cove neighborhood, Knot A Care is an easygoing island home built for families and groups who want the beach close and the days unhurried. It sleeps 12 across a smart, open layout, and the Gulf sits less than a mile away — near enough to load up the golf cart, cruise to the sand, and be back for an afternoon swim without ever touching the car.

That swim usually happens right in the backyard, where the private pool becomes the center of the whole trip. Guests come back to it again and again: kids logging hours in the water, someone grilling fajitas or burgers, and everyone drifting toward the poolside dining table as the famous Port A sunset takes over the sky. A second fridge downstairs keeps cold drinks close, and the fenced pool-and-patio area lets little ones splash while the grown-ups keep an easy eye from the shade.

Just off the pool, the garage game area is the home's not-so-secret weapon — the spot reviewers keep crediting for keeping kids (and plenty of adults) happy, especially when a coastal rain shower blows through. Upstairs, the thoughtfully decorated living space opens up: a bright, well-stocked kitchen with an island and bar seating, a dining area, and a comfortable living room with a sleeper sofa. Guests consistently mention how thoroughly the kitchen is equipped, down to the cookware and utensils that make cooking for a crowd genuinely easy, and a full-size washer and dryer keeps sandy towels and swimsuits in rotation all week.

Four bedrooms keep the sleeping simple. Two king suites each have their own private bath — a favorite for couples and families sharing the house — while a queen room and a bunk room (one full plus two twins) give kids and extra guests their own corner. With three full bathrooms, the morning rush to the beach stays painless.

Part of what guests love most is the setting. This is a calm, safe pocket of the island where you can actually hear yourself think, yet the island's grocery, shops, and restaurants are a few minutes out by cart or car. The Port Aransas Nature Preserve, with its boardwalks and birdwatching, sits nearby, and Mustang Island's Gulf beaches open up for drive-on days, fishing, and long barefoot walks. When you want a change of scene, downtown Corpus Christi and its aquarium, historic ships, and bayfront seafood are an easy day trip across the causeway.

However you spend the days, Knot A Care makes the settling-in the easy part — clean, well-stocked, and laid out so the whole group can gather or slip away, with the pool waiting whenever you're ready.

Local Attractions: Mustang Island Beach, Port Aransas Nature Preserve, Dolphin Tours, Texas SandFest, Fishing Charters, Port Aransas Art Center, Red Dragon Pirate Cruises, Golf Courses, Port Aransas Museum, UT Marine Science Institute (UTMSI)

*Home Truths:*
- Pool heat is available for an additional fee and can be turned on at any time upon guest request.
- Please note: Pool heat will not be available for the summer months (May - September).
- We do not provide charcoal for the BBQ.
- Quiet Hours are 10 pm to 7 am.
- Construction is always happening somewhere in Port Aransas; we can't guarantee that you won't hear/see construction, building, or community improvement projects and events during your stay.
- Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time.
- Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times yearly.
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Please note that the maximum occupancy includes infants and babies. Ensure that the total number of guests, including little ones, adheres to the specified occupancy limit.
- Guests must be 21 years or older to book this home.

Parking Details:
- Parking is available for 3-4 vehicles depending on size.
- Please note that all vehicles must be parked in the driveway only. Parking on the rocks or lawn is strictly prohibited to prevent damaged to the property.
- Golf cart parking is allowed.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / King bed
Bedroom 3 / Queen bed
Bedroom 4 / Bunk bed

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3638882vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near the beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Palmilla Beach Golf Club 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.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ellis Memorial Library - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mins to Beach + Private Pool | Golf Cart Zone | Game Room | Sleeps 12 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Museum and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very nice. The kitchen has everything you need, but could use at least two more kitchen towels. Two is not enough. We enjoyed the pool. My husband’s only complaint, darn I have to go up stairs to the restroom. We would definitely rent this place again. Thanks for sharing your vacation home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The price is good and the place was super clean and aesthetic it fit exactly what we where looking for. The pool in the picture did seem bigger but it was still not a disappointment it was clean and still fun. Really appreciate all the towels that where included
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
So glad the home matched what you were looking for and that it felt clean and well put together. Good to hear the pool was still a fun part of the stay, and your note about how it comes across in photos has been passed along to the team. Small things like having plenty of towels on hand really do make a difference, so we're happy that stood out. We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful place, convenient to everything. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2025
Hi Mike, thank you for the lovely feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the location and found everything convenient. We'd be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Trip

The house was great, beautiful and clean! Will come back and book again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thank you, Yvonne! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the house and found it clean and beautiful. We'd love to welcome you back whenever you're ready!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick getaway

We took a spontaneous trip to Port A and our stay was amazing. Beautiful area and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Hi Bryan, thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your spontaneous trip to Port A was amazing. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the beautiful area and found the location convenient. We hope to host you again for another fantastic stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house. Very clean and kitchen is very well stocked. Even a margarita machine! Would have liked extra blankets for the beds, but we used the throws from the Living room. Also would be nice to have additional beach chairs. 2 were at the house but starting to mold. We bought some cheap ones from dollar general and left them at the house. Love the location and proximity to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback—we’re so glad you loved the house, found it clean, and enjoyed the well-stocked kitchen (the margarita machine is always a favorite!). We appreciate your suggestions as well. We’ll make sure to add extra blankets and refresh the beach chairs so future guests are even more comfortable. And thank you for leaving the additional chairs—that was very kind and helpful. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the location and easy beach access. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Sisters trip

Pool was nice. Bedrooms a bit small but overall very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Thank you, Tersa, for choosing Knot A Care for your stay! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our nice pool. While we understand your feedback regarding the bedroom size, we are delighted that you found your overall experience at our property to be very nice. We value your input and hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house is nice, but no one gave us specific directions on how to adjust the thermostat and it took until the middle to end of the next day before someone came to help. I had to reach out more than I should’ve had to because things like that should’ve been taken care of before we got there. We had 10 people in there. Lack of prompt communication. Had to get ac filter changed while there and that should be something that they check regularly before people are there. I felt I spent so much time trying to get a hold of somebody instead of spending it on my vacation with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
We're glad the home itself worked well for your group of ten, and we're sorry the support during your stay didn't reflect the level of care we aim to provide. Your time matters, and a vacation shouldn't involve chasing answers. Since your stay, we've strengthened our pre-arrival inspection process so items like climate settings and filter maintenance are verified before guests walk in. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention, and should you consider staying with us again, we'd welcome the chance to provide a smoother experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite Getaway

My girlfriend and I needed a getaway and this place fit the bill!! The house is AMAZING! No negative besides we couldn’t get into the game room for some reason. But overall…….WE WILL BE BACK!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2023
So happy to hear Knot a Care as a great getaway for you and your girlfriend! I'm so sorry you couldn't get in the game room. We tried the code and it works. Let us know next time and we will be glad to come over immediately to assist. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very clean. Plenty of room for 6 adults. Plenty of parking for 3 large vehicles and a 6 person golf cart. The only Issue we had was accessing the game room. Had to call 3 times before it was handled. And from reading the reviews, this has been a problem before. Maybe the lock should be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2025
Thank you, Christi! We're glad to hear the home was clean, spacious, and worked well for your group and vehicles. We appreciate you pointing out the issue with the game room access—we’re sorry for the delay and understand how that can be inconvenient. Your feedback about the lock is helpful, and we’ll be sure to share it with our team for review. Thank you again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to rate your stay. We hope you had a great time with us, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime.

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