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A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, a TV mounted on the wall, and a staircase leading to another level. - Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 (Port Aransas)
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a white table and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted above the island, and a clock on the wall. - Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 (Port Aransas)
A sandy beach with a large sandcastle and a conical structure. - Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 (Port Aransas)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools. - Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 (Port Aransas)
A swimming pool surrounded by a wooden fence, with a white building in the background. - Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 (Port Aransas)
Close to Port Aransas Beach, Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2

  • The Sassy Crab MV1D – Dog-Friendly Port Aransas Cottage with Community Pool and Family Bunk Room

    WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY

    Enjoy the charm and convenience of Old Town Port Aransas at The Sassy Crab MV1D, a three-bedroom cottage in the Mercer Village community. Located just a three-minute drive from the beach, this vacation rental offers comfortable accommodations for up to 10 guests, including a downstairs king bedroom, an upstairs queen bedroom, and a spacious bunk room with two twin-over-full bunk beds. Spend your days at the beach, then return to enjoy the community pool, relax under the palapa, or fire up the shared grills for a fresh seafood dinner. With restaurants, shops, nightlife, the city park, and marina within walking distance, this location makes enjoying Port Aransas easy.

    HIGHLIGHTS
    - Accommodates up to 10 guests, including children of all ages
    - Three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms
    - Downstairs primary bedroom with king bed and ensuite bathroom
    - Upstairs queen bedroom
    - Bunk room with two twin-over-full bunk beds
    - Dog-friendly with up to two dogs permitted
    - Community swimming pool and palapa
    - Shared community BBQ grills
    - Outdoor seating
    - Two assigned parking spaces
    - Approximately three-minute drive to Port Aransas Beach
    - Golf cart accessible location

    WHAT TO EXPECT
    The Sassy Crab MV1D offers three bedrooms across two levels, providing comfortable sleeping arrangements for families and groups. The ground-floor primary bedroom features a king bed and ensuite bathroom. Upstairs, guests will find a queen bedroom and a separate bunk room with two twin-over-full bunk beds.

    After a day enjoying the beach, cool off in the Mahi Bay community pool or relax beneath the palapa. The community grilling area is a great place to prepare your fresh catch and enjoy an outdoor meal.

    Located in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas, this cottage offers convenient access to local restaurants, shops, nightlife, the city park, and marina. The beach is approximately a three-minute drive away.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    - Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor): King bed and ensuite bathroom
    - Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): Queen bed
    - Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): Two twin-over-full bunk beds

    BATHROOMS
    - 2.5 bathrooms total
    - Ground-floor primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom

    HOME FEATURES
    - Fully equipped kitchen
    - Ice maker
    - Wi-Fi
    - Four TVs

    OUTDOOR FEATURES
    - Outdoor seating
    - Community pool
    - Community palapa
    - Shared community BBQ grills

    COMMUNITY FEATURES – MERCER VILLAGE
    - Community swimming pool
    - Palapa for shaded relaxation
    - Shared BBQ grills
    - Pool closed every Tuesday for cleaning, per HOA requirements

    PARKING
    - Two assigned parking spaces
    - No overflow parking available

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION
    - Maximum occupancy is 10 guests, including children of all ages.
    - A 2–3 night minimum stay is required.
    - Summer bookings require a three-night minimum stay.
    - Contracting guests must be at least 25 years old.
    - The contracting guest must provide a valid state driver's license or other acceptable identification and remain present throughout the entire stay.
    - Dog-friendly property: Up to two dogs are permitted.
    - Pet fees for stays of 1–29 days: $100 per pet plus a $25 cleaning fee.
    - Pet fees for stays of 30 days or longer: $200 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee.
    - No smoking.
    - The community pool is closed every Tuesday for cleaning, per HOA requirements.
    - Klarna and Affirm payments are not accepted.
    - Cable and Wi-Fi service in Port Aransas may be unreliable due to the coastal environment. Service interruptions are beyond our control, and discounts or refunds are not provided for disruptions.


    GUEST SERVICES
    The Sassy Crab MV1D is professionally managed by Port A Escapes. Guest services include:
    - 24/7 guest support
    - Professional cleaning
    - Pre-arrival inspection by a Port A Escapes team member
    - Clean towels and linens
    - Well-equipped kitchen
    - Starter supplies provided for your convenience:
    - Hand and bath soap
    - Shampoo and conditioner
    - Toilet paper and paper towels
    - Dish soap and dishwasher detergent
    - Trash bags and sponge

    LOCATION
    Located in the Mahi Bay community in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas, Texas, The Sassy Crab offers convenient access to the beach, marina, city park, restaurants, shopping, and local nightlife.
    - Port Aransas Beach: 3 miles
    - Horace Caldwell Pier: 3 miles
    - Roberts Point Park: 2 miles
    - Mustang Island State Park: 18 miles
    - Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington in Corpus Christi: 35 miles

    GUEST FAQs
    How many guests can The Sassy Crab accommodate?
    The maximum occupancy is 10 guests, including children of all ages.

    How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the cottage have?
    The cottage has three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.

    What are the sleeping arrangements?
    The cottage features one king bed, one queen bed, and two twin-over-full bunk beds.

    Is The Sassy Crab dog-friendly?
    Yes. Up to two dogs are permitted, subject to applicable pet fees and restrictions.

    Does the property have a swimming pool?
    Yes. Guests have access to the Mercer Village community pool. The pool is closed every Tuesday for cleaning.

    How far is the cottage from the beach?
    Port Aransas Beach is approximately a three-minute drive away and listed as 3 miles from the property.

    Is there parking?
    Yes. Two assigned parking spaces are provided.

    Are community grills available?
    Yes. Guests may use the shared community BBQ grills.

    Is the property golf cart accessible?
    Yes. The location is golf cart accessible.

    Port A Escapes has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on this website. However, there is no guarantee that the information is completely accurate, and it may contain errors or omissions.

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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighborhood in Port Aransas. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cave exploring. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean with waves crashing in the background.
    Port Aransas Beach
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    13 min walk
  • Port A Pizzeria
    14 min walk
  • Fins Grill & Icehouse
    11 min walk
  • Sip Yard
    7 min walk
  • Bier Haus
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Port Aransas Museum and Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Birding Center and Ellis Memorial Library are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Coastal cottage, community pool, parking for 2 Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

House and location were great! Very close to beach and great restaurants! Dog friendly is a plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful holiday getaway

We loved our Thanksgiving getaway to the Sassy Crab! The house was conveniently located and oh so clean and comfortable. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house

This house was a delight to stay in. The location was wonderful. Plenty of room for 2 couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place in Port A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love this place. Great location and amenities
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Off season week - Our favorite time

The accommodations were fantastic. Very clean and the location is perfect and quiet. Not sure how quiet it is during peak season since we don’t visit Port A during that time. We would recommend this rental and will consider for ourselves on future dates.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Rental for Beach Vaca

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean, cute and charming!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property that is close to everything

Another wonderful stay here! The property was as described, with tons of extra details (dog dishes, games for kids, outdoor shower for after the beach)! This home is located in the golf cart district and is close to restaurants, shopping and the beach. The check in and out process was easy and convenient. Thank you again and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the location of the condo,the loading/unloading space, ample room for eating with family,a little far from beach but drivable, large enough pool. Best condo we've stayed in last 5 years!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy coastal cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this place. So cozy. Beautiful large kitchen with all the cooking utensils needed. We definitely will be back next year. Super clean, beautifully decorated, The beds were comfortable. Close to the beach, restaurants and live music, 5 Stars
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

June 2024 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent accommodations, well maintained and off street parking. Would recommend this location, highly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

In the Middle of Everything in Port A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I brought my daughter and her friends to Port A for a quick surf trip before the became Freshman in High School. We all liked the convenience of the location to restaurants, ice cream, and some shops, plus it was an easy drive to the beach. The unit was modern, clean, had a downstairs primary and two upstairs rooms. The girls camped in the bunk bed room and I was in the primary. We had a great time at the Sassy Crab
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay at The Sassy Crab. The unit was clean, decorated nicely and had everything you'd need in the kitchen. The location was great for getting to restaurants and shopping and a short drive to the beach. We enjoyed the on-site pool and the outdoor shower for rinsing off from the beach. The check-in/out process involved stopping at the mgmt company's location to get/return the keys vs. a keypad but it was close by and not a huge deal. We arrived late and were able to get the keys from a lockbox at the mgmt company. I’d definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very nice home, would stay in again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very clean but I could tell when we walked in that there had been a dog in the home. Eventually the odor went away and the home was spotless. Only problem we had was that my wife who is only 5'1" could not get in the queen bed it is so high. We had to borrow the step stool from the laundry. Also, the beds were very warm, the mattress was covered in plastic and there was a waterproof mattress cover as well. You could feel the heat from your body rising up and this made it somewhat uncomfortable. Other than that, the house was in a prime location, very well appointed and comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. Would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family weekend get away house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall great stay and would stay again! This is a clean and spacious property, very comfortable with 4 adult kids. Close to beach and restaurants. There was a sign on the refrig as to not overload it or it would freeze up. That was a bummer as we arrived with cold food/drinks for the weekend. It never did get cold, we ended up buying ice and keeping our drinks in our cooler. No coffee filters, tv remote batteries or hand soap in the restrooms. We went out and purchased and left for the next guest. Overall great stay and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. Had everything you would need. Just relax and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Sassy Crab.  We arrived to a super clean house and everything was as shown in the pictures and description.  The beds were comfy and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed.  The location was perfect and close to several restaurants, bar and shops.  It was a short 5-10 min drive to the fishing pier and beach by car or golf cart. The pool and outdoor BBQ grills were located right outside the unit. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Get Away

Nicest VRBO we've ever stayed in!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really nice house, well equipped, everything worked, laid out well, clean and comfortable

Clean and comfortable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Port A Trip

We had a blast! We always do when we come to Port A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The condo was clean and pretty and the drive to the beach was not too lengthy. One item the owners

We very much liked the condo and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

This condo was our favorite place we have stayed in Port A. Perfectly decorated with an island theme and everything you need for a comfortable stay. Pool is right outside your door and you can’t beat the location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was very well stocked with everything you may need!

Wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway house!!

This condo is beautiful and well equipped!! It’s close to all the action!! Just a few minutes from the beach and pier! Great for families or any group!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

Good time! Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous House

This house is beautiful, clean, snd in a great location. They layout is perfect for families and had everything we needed including a washer and dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023