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A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate

Find serenity in this unbeatable beachfront setting where you can unwind by the waves or host movie nights indoors. Take advantage of Gulf views from every room.

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On the beach
On the beach
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate

A Shore Thing

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The ultimate location for beach lovers! A Shore Thing has been completely remodeled, is set right on the beach, and boasts direct gulf views. Steps from your door, you can take a splash in the water and dig your toes into powder-soft sand. A large living, dining and kitchen area offers a fabulous entertaining space. While outdoors, a wraparound deck overlooking the surf is perfect for sundowners before dinner. Find the best of Port Aransas on your doorstep - the house is just a short drive from shops, restaurants, golf courses, fishing, nature trails, and in-town activities.

The spacious living area offers direct gulf views, with stylish wooden floors and coastal-inspired decor throughout. Gaze across the waves from the comfy sectional or two matching armchairs. In the evenings, host a movie night on the 55-inch TV. The large and open kitchen makes it easy for the chef to cook and chat with your group. Dish up meals at a wooden dining table. Extra perks include complimentary WiFi, cable TV, and a washer/dryer.

Prepared to be wowed by the gulf-front views from your wraparound deck. There’s seating for seven to relax in the sun and watch the rolling surf. After hitting the beach, rinse off at the convenient outdoor shower. Then sizzle seafood and veggies on the barbecue grill.

This unbeatable beachfront setting is just 65 steps from a golden strip of sand and the Gulf of Mexico. Spend the lazy days sprawled beside the waves and enjoying lazy coastal strolls. The house is just a few minutes’ drive to local shops, restaurants, golf courses, and in-town activities. While just 2.5 miles away, nature lovers can spot abundant wildlife, including alligators, fish, and an incredible array of birdlife at Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center.

THINGS TO KNOW
Take advantage of low monthly winter rates.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Ring Camera located on the front of the home with views of the driveway.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1504 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

56518

About the neighborhood

Map
Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 3 min walk
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Mustang Island Beach - 8 min drive
  • Port Aransas Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria San Juan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Waves P - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Aransas vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Holiday Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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A Shore Thing - epic Gulf views & 65 steps to beach- low monthly winter rate Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frida C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The house is perfectly situated next to the beach. Check-in was seamless and the property was clean and well stocked. Lots of towels and toiletries provided!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye Y.

Property with a gorgeous view
Location was great, access to beach extremely easy. The house easily accommodated all six of us. We had a great time and hope to come back again next year
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Max L.

Cool place to stay with a direct line to the beach
We had a great time at this house. The beach was steps away, there was a lot of great light and amenities. Perfect for a change of pace and a real beach experience. Would definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

Great ocean views and on the beach!
Nice home for families to enjoy the views & walks on the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach Stay!
Wonderful stay! Second time visiting this beach house. We did need to purchase dishwasher detergent as none was available in the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Parry B.

Great Stay
The location of the house can't be beat! You are on the beach and in the water in no time. Definitely will chose this location again if available.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Port A fishing & fun
Love this house! Love Port A! Annual business fishing trip. TriVAN Roofing Team Appreciation Trip! We unwind, bond & enjoy the beach & fish. This house is the perfect embrace!!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat it!
Fantastic location, great space, very clean, comfy furniture. The fridge needs to be replaced but other than that—perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachfront
Very nice stay on the beach. Walk down the driveway and you’re on the beach. Very accommodating kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jana H.

Amazing … simply amazing
The house location is phenomenal!! The house is amazing. It is beautiful inside, very relaxing and serene. We loved it!

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas GetAway
End of Christmas getaway with our girls. We had a fun relaxing time. Loved loved the location! It was just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Craddock K.

The best yet!
We had such a blast this beach trip. The house being right on the shore made it perfect for going back and forth from the water for our whole family!! Highly recommend!

8/10 Good

Jo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach vacay.
Great location! We would definately come back! The place has a great location. We recommend renting a golf cart to get around, it will save your car from sand and sun...and it is fun to cruise the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
This place is just great. There were a few hiccups during the stay but the property managers were amazing and responded right away. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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8/10 Good

Ronnie N.

Doesn't get much better
It had been recently updated and looked new inside. The rooms where spacious and clean. A couple small problems which were addressed quickly. Would be happy to stay there again.

8/10 Good

Danielle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
The property was amazing. Very clean. Only thing I can say is the beds are terrible. Very firm and Very uncomfortable. We slept better on the couch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yadira R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and location
We had a wonderful time, with the beach being so close we were up early with the sun and didn’t leave until it set. Was very private and clean. Would highly recommend. The only issue I feel needs to be addressed is the door lock, It was difficult trying to lock and unlock the door. Can’t wait to come again for another weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary Jane and Donna’s stay
The house is wonderful. Very well decorated. Location is the best. I would recommend bringing your own coffee. Keurig is provided. No coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dalton m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit to this house
just a few things, upon arrival the front door was not all the way closed, dishwasher would not work and had dirty dishes in it, the film on the front storm door was torn, could have been cleaner. But, all in all, I was there about 10 years ago and I will come again, I enjoy this property and the closeness to the waters edge. We had a great time!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Wonderful home, incredible location
The home was beautiful and clean. I would stay again in a heartbeat. Attempts to contact the property manager went unanswered when coffee pot was not working. It wasn’t a make or break for our trip but, if something like a plumbing issues had happened I’m not sure what we would have done. Great home, not so great property management.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Yvette K.

Great House and Location
A Shore Thing was a wonderful home that we rented for our vacation. The location cannot be beat. I was a little freaked out about driving on the beach to get to the home. The stairs are a little narrow. To enter the home takes some wiggling of the door. I believe this is because the lock is not aligned. Hard to lock as well. Home is very clean and very well kept. Very spacious and very comfortable. Could use some taller chairs to see over balcony. Would definitely rent again.

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Shore Thing - Beach Life
We had stayed at this property in 2014 or 2015 and the house was a two bedroom and aqua. Now it's been re-done, 3 bedroom, very nice flooring, furniture, bedding, AC, new bunk room is adorable and plenty of space for dining. You cannot beat right on the beach for easy access. It needs an ice maker in the refrigerator, the lighting under the house needs to be addressed , the light by the door had water in it, and the shower area could have used a little base or enclosure. Have to put this in so the owners will know, but we had a great time and a great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
COVID closures
This house was a lifesaver during this time! Right before our scheduled visit they closed the beach to cars and golf carts. We had to show our rental agreement to the police at barricades since you can only access this house via the beach. It was a short walk to the beach from the house so not too far to carry our stuff. House has a great view and we really enjoyed our time. Only complaint was there is no curtains in the kids bunk room and the sun rises directly into the window in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Location, Location
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 had a wonderful 4 days at this one of a kind beautiful beach house just steps from the beach. It was very clean, and I would definitely stay there again. Very private. There was an abundance of towels and our bed was super comfortable and clean. Not having the house stocked with spices is a good idea these days for sanitary reasons. Appliances all worked and the house was in good repair. We loved the bird watching opportunitIes in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Title
Great property and location provides lots of privacy. Only two issues were (1) while sitting on the deck chairs you cannot quite see the water because the railing blocks it out - would suggest getting rid of the white trim attached to prevent children from slipping between rails and replacing with wire or something else that does not obstruct the view and (2) there were a few bottles lying around and some trash from prior tenants who also smoked heavily in this non-smoking property. Management company brought out a machine the second day that addressed the smell, but wish it had been done prior to arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020