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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach

  • IR11, Studio Efficiency, 1BA, 4 Guests, 2 Shared Community Pools, Shared Charcoal Grills, 2 Boardwalks, No Pets Allowed, Golf cart accessible

    This first-floor studio is ready to accommodate 4 people just across from the pool and recreation areas. This is a great affordable option to stay on the Gulf and enjoy the beach and water just over the walkways which cross the rolling dunes. The kitchen has a stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishes, pots, pans and utensils needed for basic meal preparation(*No dishwasher*). It's updated with granite counters and fresh white cabinets. For your convenience, the cabinets are open so you don't have to search for anything, it's all within reach. The dining area has a round table with four chairs available. Enjoy playing cards or your favorite board game next to the large bay window, or a leisurely meal together. Nearby, an overstuffed love seat and coffee table await you. From there you can watch the flat-screen TV or lounge with the comfy pillows. Wicker furniture brings the beach vibe inside and fresh gray floor tiles keep the room fresh no matter the weather. Sleep well after a day enjoying the surf and sun in either the full/queen-sized beds with calming seashell bedspreads. You can also watch TV in bed. The full bathroom separates the sink from the stool and shower, so two people can get ready at once. Extra counter space by the bathroom sink keeps your things conveniently within reach. The space is bright and fresh with granite counters and chrome fixtures. Located near downtown Port Aransas, you have easy access to the golf course, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. *Golf carts will have to be parked in the overflow parking area no exceptions* / Parking Passes for 1 Vehicle Only

    1 Full Bed
    1 Queen Bed

    Please bring coffee and filters.

    Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information:

    • 2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 10am – 10pm
    • 2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station
    • Basketball Court
    • Tennis and Pickle ball court
    • Sand Volleyball
    • Playground
    • Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex
    • Private Event Room - Call for details
    • 24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated)
    • Sorry, No Pets Allowed
    • Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required
    • All Vehicles require a parking pass
    • No Grilling within 20ft of any building

    Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office
    Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm
    Saturday 9am to 1pm

    STR # 248213

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 396 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is near the beach. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard tower, and three colorful knitted figures on posts.
    Holiday Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal town with residential areas, a highway, and a beach.
    Mustang Island Beach
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean with waves crashing in the background.
    Port Aransas Beach
    4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a bench overlooking the ocean at sunset.
    Whitecap Beach
    30 min drive - 34.8 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with waves crashing against it.
    North Padre Island Beach
    31 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    3 min drive
  • Port A Pizzeria
    3 min drive
  • Bier Haus
    3 min drive
  • Fins Grill & Icehouse
    5 min drive
  • Sip Yard
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I like that the property had lots of security and they have parking for ur boat. Its very clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location, property was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Great location, cleanliness and security.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice location

Good place to stay and not go broke.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st stay at the Island Retreat

Nice place that worked great for us. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a short trip

Property had everything we needed and was a short walk to the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I was not able to go due the weather (Coastal Flood Warning) Property Owners were more worried about the money than the safety of possible re newing account. But definitely will stay away from this property and person and tell everyone I know
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quick beach trip

Process was very easy and I had no issues with anything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

I liked the location to the beach. The condo needed a good cleaning under furniture and some minor repairs (lamp was broken, burned out light bulb in bathroom, need more outlets, need a bar to hang clothes on). All appliances worked and AC worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Overall it was a good experience

The beds need replacement, mattress was a bid worn. The closet was locked so you could not hang up clothes. A dirty wash rag was left in the shower from previous renter.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
You will be required to do paperwork outside of your booking. Expect multiple emails and texts. I was 1,000 miles away from home and had no choice to sign or have no plaace to stay. During your visit you will be informed that you are required to clean thw
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We love Island Retreat 11!

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: This was our third visit to Island Retreat. Room 11 is nicely renovated and with lots of natural light. Kitchen has all you need to cook meals in. Our priorities are being able to stay a short walking distance from the beach at an affordable price --and this is exactly what Island Retreat provides.My Jeep broke down so I had a stay a few extra nights (over a weekend) while my vehicle was being repaired. Island Retreat gave me a nice discount on the third extra night when I explained my situation. I really appreciated that!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Apartment close to the beach!

The office personel "rode with us" (my daughter and I) for the 8 hr trip, via texts, with instructions and help for us on the way down! The apartment was clean, cool and had several items we did not expect, pots, pans, coffee maker, toaster and loads of towels etc. There was even bottles (not tiny sachets) of shampoo/conditioner, washing up liquid, hand soap and lotion. We will know not to bring our own next time lol! The only thing I would give 3/5 stars is the beds, but they became more comfy as the days went on! We plan on coming back, thank you for a relaxing pleasant few days! Trish and Becky
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good times

We enjoyed our stay. Our room was pleasant, nice and cozy. Short walk to the beach on a nice well taken care of deck/walkway. We did not have hot water one of the mornings we were there. Maybe our room didn’t have a dedicated water heater. Either way, overall we had a great time and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and quiet

The property was quiet and relatively clean. Had on-site security. Room was smaller than expected, but suited our needs for the short stay. The beach is a little walk to the back of the condos and over a boardwalk to the beach road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy check in process

The check in process was great, room was just as described. Would def stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best weekend get away in 4 yrs!

Everything was clean and tidy! The beds are comfy 😴 The property is very clean and the pool was fantastic! Very close to the shore and management was super friendly & helpful! I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was awesome

Place was super clean and in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

Perfect for a quick weekend getaway, condo had everything we needed. Courtyard area was perfect for an evening bbq, swim, and stroll on the boardwalk, loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

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: Great
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024