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.