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Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard

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Living Room
Fenced-In Backyard
Front Exterior
Aerial Beach View
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

1 Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard

History meets modern at Alister House! Historical charm meets modern times at Alister House! Fully renovated, this oldest home in Port Aransas, Texas still maintains its vintage charm. You’ll love the soothing color palette, eat-in kitchen and large fenced-in yard complete with a barbecue pit and fire pit! Perfect for an epic fishing adventure (there’s room to park your boat), a couples’ getaway or small family vacation, Alister House invites with spacious comfort for up to four guests with one bedroom and one full bathroom. This vacation home is pet-friendly for up to two well-behaved pooches (30 pounds or less), so you can bring your four-legged best friend along.

Step inside to the living room the plush sofa and large flat screen TV are ready for movie nights in. Furnished front and back porches offer a prime spot to relax in the coastal breeze. Alister House’s spacious eat-in kitchen features butcher block countertops and stainless-steel appliances ready to tackle your favorite recipes. Fishing excursions call for fresh catch cookouts under the setting sun. While the kids and pups run and play in the fenced-in back yard, you’ll grill up a mouth-watering feast. Afterwards, it’s time for smores around the fire pit.

After a fun-filled day in Port A, retreat back to Alister House’s king-size bedroom. Plush bedding, a flat-screen TV and plenty of dresser space will greet you. Before falling into bed, end the day with a soothing rinse in the ensuite bathroom’s generously sized walk-in shower. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, Cable & Satellite TV, a washer & dryer and an outdoor shower.

Alister House’s incredible location puts you just a short ride from the soft sands of the beach, the trails of the nature preserve and the birding center. Easily walk to delicious dining, fun shops, historic landmarks, the Port Aransas Museum and the marina. Looking for a spot for a multi-family getaway or unforgettable friends’ trip? Alister House can be rented along with Tranquil Breeze and Tranquil Cove.

Stay in a verifiable piece of Port Aransas, TX history. Book your stay at Alister House today!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Important information

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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 near the beach, 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nature Preserves - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Virginia's on the Bay - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard?

As of 6 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard on 31 Mar, 2026 start from S$194, 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 Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alister House | Pet-Friendly, Fenced Yard located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Museum and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and the home was very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Close to everything in Port Aransas. Pet friendly with a great backyard that was fenced.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Great Location and House

Great place to stay right in the heart of Port A!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect for our 20th anniversary trip, and the fenced backyard was a dream for our dogs. Located in the heart of restaurants, and shops, and close to the beach, we had everything we needed. The decor, furniture, porches, literally everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cecilia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place. Would have given 5 stars had i not showered and dressed for dinner to find there was no hair dryer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice small house, great for us and our 2 small dogs. Good location close to everything. Can get around where you need to go by golf cart.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, could have used a throw rug at each door to keep the sand out, the grill was unusable. Make sure the checkout time is adhered to and don’t disable the lock before the published check out time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage just right for 2 people and a pup. The only problem we encountered was flies inside and upon more investigation many flies on the outside of the house. Maintenance was called and they fixed the problem. We were very happy with our choice of stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Perfect location

This property checked all the boxes for us…location, household content, cleanliness, quiet environment, pleasant decor, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laundry on site was convenient. Air conditioning was great. Area was good with some road work blocking the drive it was gray having the parking area available next door. Had problems with the TV and remotes the entire time and flickering of the porch light that seemed to not work after the first couple of days. Overall, a great place and definitely would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent time. Close to everything. Truly wonderful experience and we hated to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so charming with beautiful coastal decor, plantation shutters and shiplap walls. The yard was fenced in and perfect for our little Pomeranian fur baby. The location was so close to all the best restaurants, night life and of course the beach was just a couple mins by golf cart or car away! The perfect little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanie B.

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

Great location

Loved this little house. Nice backyard (need to fix fence as one of my littles got out by going under house) great location and just a few minute from beach! Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

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

Close to Everything!

This was such a great place to stay. The home was quaint and perfect for the two of us. It was close to the shops as well as the beach. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time

Great location! Hood times!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DL A.

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

Great Location, Nicely Updated

This is one of my favorite overall stays in Port A. Walking distance to restaurants near the beach and super clean home. Being able to bring my 2 small pups was great. Make sure you bring what you need for coffee and blow dryer (if needed). Everything was very comfortable to include the queen sized bed. Absolutely will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house is such a a delightful property and was very comfortable. Restaurants and shopping was very close....walking distance close and the beach a short drive. Our dog liked having a backyard. We would definitely stay here again if it was just the two of us and Shiner. We loved the use of the golf cart....it's fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy j.

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

The stay was great.

Very nice. Love having to golf cart. Great location. Nice fence in yard for dogd.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bree P.

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

Great place! Great location! Golf cart extra bonus!

We loved staying here! It was close to everything. The golf cart was an extra bonus feature. Bed was super comfy! Loved the backyard! A/C worked amazing. Washer/dryer super nice to have. Would def stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Trip cons/ pros

Bed too firm and uncomfortable for spouse.No salt / pepper in kitchen (sparse) per spouse.We enjoyed the stay, even in the rainy weather.Sofa and rest of home was very comfortable.Lovely to be able to walk the neighborhood and to restaurants. The golf cart was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis M.

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

Vacation

House was nice. Hot water was an issue. Cleanliness was an issue when arriving. Towels were all over the bathroom floor. The bed was a mess. Kitchen table was covered in sand.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela H.

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

Lovely Stay

This home is super cute, clean, Ave perfectly located. We really enjoyed our stay. I would have given the proper 5 stars, execpt for a few disappointing things:The back yard was unusable for our dog because past irresponsible pet owners didn't pick up after their dogs. The yard was covered in poop. (The property management did offer to come pick it up.)The golf was a great ammenity; however, the breaks didn't work well. We had a pretty scary moment at a stop sign and quickly brought the cart home and used our truck thereafter. Finally, the kitchen is poorly stocked. There are very few plates, bowls, and glasses. A quick trip to Goodwill could get those cabinets better supplied! Overall, excellent. The
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia F.

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

Fun and close to everything

Alister house is so cute and close to everything. We had a very enjoyable stay! Pros: location to restaurants and bars, you can walk to so many things, if you like the hustle and bustle of a thriving town the location is perfect. Fenced backyard was great for the dogs plus the hose made it easy to rinse the salt water and sand off them. House is super cute and well decorated, comes with the use of the golf cart. King size bed firmness was a pro for me.Cons: location could be a con if you like more quiet and serene, being so close to everything - the bar music stays on until after midnight, this didn’t bother us tho. Our biggest complaint: While the house has big plantation shutters they do also need some curtains because it is that bright outside all night from all the restaurants and businesses and it still illuminated the entire inside of the house even with all the shutters closed. Firmness of the bed for my husband was a con, a never ending marital battle lol. The brakes on the golf cart do not work, which while a con-we still had fun with it. The pros definitely outweigh the cons tho and we would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little cottage, which made our visit memorable. Everything was in great shape.We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice cottage, nicely decorated, and clean all around. We liked the historical feel and the location and fenced back yard for our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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