Entire home

Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage

Photo gallery for Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage

Kitchen
Game Table
Front Entry
Master Bedroom
Kitchen

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Port Aransas Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

View in a map
Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

11th Street Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

B Street Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Trundle bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

3rd bath

Toilet · Shower only

B Street bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage

Old time beach cottage with all season pool that is shared between 2 homes. Dog decoration theme perfect for beachcombers who want to slow down, walk anywhere and enjoy island time. The cottage has four bedrooms, three with their own full bath. A gourmet kitchen with 6 burner gas stove, wine refrigerator and gathering island. The beach is a short walk away, as is shopping and groceries. Across from the Chapel in the Dunes. Next door is Chapel Hill House, a 6 bedroom restored home that sleeps 12 and which can be added to your vacation to host a group of 20 or more. Fenced yard for pets. Fire pit in back yard. Dogs always welcome at the Black Dog Cottage. The cottage sleeps 9 with new bedding A comfortable living area is set up for reading a book or watching a movie. New TVs in two bedrooms and the living room. Eat in kitchen at center island and separate dining room. Beds for 9 but room for more in large master bed room. If you love to step back into the 1940s beach life with modern conveniences then this house is for you. If you prefer new and updated to today then this house is not for you.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

KItchen and dining
4/4. Pool & Golf Cart. 1st Floor Master Suite. 2 Masters Up, Boat Parking.
Port Aransas
  • Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
4/4. Pool & Golf Cart. 1st Floor Master Suite. 2 Masters Up, Boat Parking.

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the beds you used unmade.
Please hang wet towels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 969312vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Port Aransas

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center.
View more Holiday homes in Corpus ChristiOpens in a new window
Map
Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stroll to Beach & Old Town from the Black Dog Cottage located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Beach. IB Magee Beach Park and Port Aransas Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 49 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach break

The location and friendliness of the host made our vacation break perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday 2022

This was a great location place was nice. Wonderful owners only thing was that they were actually on site during stay but very nice people
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2023
Thanks for the 5 stars! This property is one of 2 we have side by side. We have a small space on the side of the other house when we are in town. We do not mingle but are available if needed..
Verified review

8/10 Good

Girls weekend!

Owner lives next door, nice lady. Cottage run down on outside, but the inside is very cute, furnishings are charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

The house was a little older as listed, but it was really cute. Perfect for the family with pets. The pool was refreshing after a day at the beach and the teens really enjoyed it. JB was super friendly and helpful. We did have a minor incident when we first arrived that was able to be accommodated. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute beach cottage!

This is a wonderfulplace in the heart of old town. Super easy to get to the shops, restaurants and beach. The decor is very cute and dog centric. It's cozy and inviting. The salt water pool was the best to relax in. It is shared with another house but still awesome. And we didn't experience any problem with the neighbors. Please keep in mind this is an older beach cottage and not a new condo. If you prefer vintage and welcoming, this is your kind of place!!! And you can even bring your dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

A little expensive. 5 star price for 3 star house

A little expensive. A 5 star price for a 3 star house. Good location (could walk to the beach) but the house definitely needed some more updates. Especially the carpets in the bedrooms & some of the bathrooms. Nice owners but in my opinion not worth the high price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thanks for enjoying us as owners. Carpets and bathroom vinyl are definitely the next upgrade. It was in our short range until Hurricane Harvey recovery jumped ahead of this. We have upgraded all the other flooring. Honestly, our goal is more warm and welcoming than 5 star. But then we usually hear that our price for a 4 bedrooms, walk to the beach home in the heart of Old Town with a heated salt water pool is below market. We also have continued to allow 2 night stays to give visitors an affordable vacation in a restful cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

We booked this cottage last moment for the location and private pool. The house is cute, the kitchen was fully stocked with anything needed to cook or BBQ. The owner was available for any question day or night and quick to respond. We enjoyed our stay, the pool was amazing to use. The pool is shared with the rental property next door, however there wasn't a usage issue. The house was tidy and neat, but we couldn't find a broom to sweep and in turn we felt like we couldn't keep it clean. The house is spread out well and has 3 bathrooms. It was a good find.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2020
Thank you for your stay and we are so happy you enjoyed yourself. We will be happy for you to return again someday!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Disappointed

Very cute beach decor. But house was dark, had a roach problem and some of the plugs didn’t work, especially in the kitchen. Sleeps 8 but we were crowded with 6. Outside needed mowing and trash picked up. Overall we were disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2022
We were next door and could have helped you reset the plugs in the kitchen if you had asked. They all work but can trip in the wet area if exposed to water. We have regular pest control and can call for a retreat anytime you let us know that the heat or dryness has caused the beach bugs to break in.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

My experience

Property didn't look like pictures at all. I can get over the appearance, the showers only had hot or scolding hot water in all but one of the showers. It was super noisy, people right next to us were so loud and yelling at 7am.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house is old and cute. However it is very unclean, found someone s dirty sock in between our sheets! Just gross! You can’t eat at the table with out smelling cat pee! Needs to be exterminated for roaches and spiders. The grounds need to be mowed and And pick up all the crap just lying around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Terrible, dirty, unsafe

The pictures of house are not accurate. We were shocked pulling up to house on the way it looked. The inside was dirty. The kitchen pans were not safe to use. The electricity had to be worked on the water was turned off to the whole house while we were there. We called the water company, they said owners had not paid bill. It does have a nice pool in back yard but the yard was disgusting so I didn’t want to use it. We had some people come over and they couldn’t believe it either. I would not recommend anyone to stay here. It needs a lot of work. It’s an old house but there is lots of maintenance like a broken window a hole in the floor that has nothing to do with the age of house just poorly taken care of.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2023
I will take the high road here as most of your comments are just not true and none were shared until a week after you left and I did not give you the refund you demanded. I can see that everything got off to a rough start when we could not let you arrive days early when you asked with no notice. With just a little notice we try to let folks in early or add days. I know you did not realize you needed to accurately tell us how many people will stay at the house and were not pleased when we kindly shared this. Actually the 6 extras were very nice and repeatedly told us they loved the house. With 2 huge dogs you expected us to clean up after, the yard did get a bit messy. We ask guests to police pets as soon as possible. High winds did damage our electric line but we have a great electrician who gave you uninterupted service while he responded immediately to repair. We ask guests to handle their trash cans, sorry you were upset by this. It just became easier for us to do this for you. This is a 1940's beach house and we price it as just that. Your cleanliness issue was about our outside paint job! We do try to powerwash each season but it was pretty cold this winter before your arrival. We have great housekeepers who would come do a touch up anytime- just tell us if something was missed. We do not control the winds or mistakes by the water company but gave you a refund for inconvenience because we try to do the right thing even when an intention to retaliate is clear.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time

We all thoroughly enjoyed our time at Black Dog! It’s a cute older home that’s has been renovated! The pool was perfect for our group of 6. It’s a shared pool but the other house was not occupied. Black Dog was perfect for our 3 day weekend! JB was awesome! Very quick to respond & very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice, roomy, and comfy cottage.

Paired with the next door property was plenty of room for 15 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our Family

This cute house, close to the beach and everything is the perfect location. The house is set up with separate rooms each with their own bath/shower which was perfect for us. The common space was perfect for family game nights and dinners. The pool was mostly shaded and stayed cool- great option when tired of the sand. The grill was clean and easy to use. Overall this was unanimously the best family vacation we have had in years! Will definitely be coming back to the Black Dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Property was clean and spacious. The deck was fantastic and had great ocean views. The pool was nice too. Overall great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break Getaway March 2022

Black Dog Cottage is exactly as described in VRBO and the comments associated with this rental. The cottage is in a great location between the beach and town. I recommend renting a golf cart as the beach is approx .4 miles to beach. I used Tarpon Cart Rentals and they were amazing to work with and gave me a free bag of ice! This rental perfectly described the bed situation, and I want to emphasize that each bed has it's own bathroom which was perfect for my kids and their friends. This is a one story house, but the way the bedrooms had bathroom buffers you didn't hear the noise from others. The owners had extra ammentities that I haven't seen in other houses. They supplied beach towels, and kept all the extra tupperware from past guests which is so helpful when cooking. In addition they had plenty of laundry detergent and dryer sheets. They had salt/pepper and spices for cooking plus coffee and creamer. They had a combined coffee machine and keurig. I didn't use the pool as it was a chilly weekend, but the neighbors in the house next door seemed to enjoy it. I would definitely rent again when in Port A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage

Super simple rental process. They set everything up & email you the access code. Only 3 minutes away from the beach if you load up and drive which is great considering all you need to park is a $12 permit you can get at any Stripes! It's a cozy little cottage with plenty of room for everyone & it's pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for families and pets

Some properties allow pets and some are pet FRIENDLY and this one was definitely friendly and welcoming to pets and families! This place was very cute and comfortable. It was not sparkling clean (ie older carpet, not brand new furniture) but that made it feel so much more like home, we were able to relax and just live in it. Having a semi private pool was great and even though there were guests in the other home the entire time, sharing it never posed a problem. We are planning on staying at the bigger home next year and can't wait!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2021
Thank you for your insight. You capture our intention perfectly! It is so disappointing when our home does not meet expectations and your comments will hopefully guide guests who will love the Black Dog as we do!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty awesome.

The pool and backyard area were very nice. It’s an old house but has everything you’ll need for your stay. Don’t expect a brand new place, if your high class, go somewhere else. It was perfect for our family and we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Easter Weekend

The cottage was cozy and in a great location. The pool heater was broken so the pool was cold and we did not use. The house was close to what was advertised but do need to be altered a little bit. The cottage shares the outdoor space with the other house. The family that stayed at the other location was nice but there was a lot of family members. We ended up not using the outdoor space much. All in all it was a decent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our new favorite Port A house!

The Black Dog Cottage is walking distance from the beach, it's a few blocks from the IGA, EVERYTHING we wanted or needed was just minutes away. We love this part of town. We traveled with two kids under the age of 10 and we were all able to have our own rooms and space (and bathrooms!) It was too cold to enjoy the pool, but the fenced in yard in the back was a lovely spot to sit in the sun and read. We hope to be back again soon! I would recomend this vrbo to any friends and family - it's perfect for a family trip, or a fun adult get away.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

We had a good time

This is an older house in an older part of town. It was quite clean for the most part, but has a roach problem. All TVs and electrical appliances worked well and all remotes had good batteries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2020
Thank you for your review. The house is under a maintenance contract for pests. Unfortunately, the Palmetto bugs can fly over the barriers even with quarterly treatment. We can always request a re-treat if you let us know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet beach cottage

We had a great stay at Black Dog Cottage. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach, the proximity to everything, and the privacy of the back yard and pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2020
Janna, Thank you for your stay! We would love to have you and your group return to the island again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice cottage great location

At first I was a little worried , from the outside the cottage does not look like a four bedroom. Once I entered the place it was everything we could have asked for. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Covid 19 broke out.

We rented for a month. Really liked the house. Very comfortable master bed. Cute kitchen and nice living room area. Pool is great! Problem with no hot water initially. Landlord had a plumber there right away. Thought it was the water heater. Had to wait for a part. Then water heater replacement and finally a leaking pipe that was the problem. It was fixed immediately. In the meantime JB let us shower in their rental next door. Once we got hot water everything was great! Then the pandemic! All the restaurants and businesses closed except for take out. We could still walk on the beach. It’s a great place to have to shelter in place! We had hoped to have friends join us but no one was traveling. We did get to know the landlords JB and Bruce and they are very nice and accommodating. We will have to come back next year when things return to normal! Tom and Jeanne
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2020
Tom and Jeanne, Thank you so much for your patience and flexibility. We were happy to meet you and hope you will return when things are "normal".

About the host

Hosted by JB Smith

Host profile image
We love beaches everywhere

Why they chose this property

It is a classic and next door to our larger home, Chapel Hill House

What makes this property unique

Perfect for a wedding at the Chapel in the Dunes

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback