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Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A!

Holiday home with kitchen, near Port Aransas Beach

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Indoor - Covertable Love seat and a two seat dining table
Indoor - Embrace the open floor plan of this Island retreat
Indoor - Sea life accents in this integrated living space
Indoor - Queen size murphy bed with stylish decor and accent pieces
Indoor - Queen bed to unwind after a day at the beach

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 331.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Horace Caldwell Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, IB Magee Beach Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Other Space 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A!

Introducing Le Petite Chateau TSA202; A romantic storybook cottage nestled in old town Port A! Very quiet and private to rejuvenate your soul. Relax in the backyard and watch the majestic palms sway in the coastal breeze. Bring your furry friend to run in the fenced in yard. French country interior. There is a Queen and 1 fold out twin. Boat parking available. 1 block from the chapel in the dunes and a very short walk to the beach! With cable TV, a gas grill and internet you are sure to have a great time. STR#: 009882
HIGHLIGHTS
- Pet-Friendly (see below)
- Shared Laundry
- Outdoor seating
- Numerous restaurants and area attractions nearby
SLEEPING CONFIGURATION
- Queen bed, TV
- Twin-size sleeper sofa
AMENITIES
- Studio with full bathroom
- BBQ grill available
- Outdoor lounge and dining areas
- Free Private Wi-Fi and TVs
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- A two-night minimum stay is required.
- The minimum age requirement for reserving and check in is 25. A signed rental agreement with the host and a copy of the contracting guest's drivers license is required
- We do not accept Klarna or Affirm payments
- Cable and Wi-Fi service in Port Aransas can be unreliable due to the unique coastal environment in which we live. We appreciate your understanding that these services are beyond our control. No discounts or refunds will be given for service disruptions.
- This is a PET-FRIENDLY RENTAL. Pet fees are an additional $20.00+tax, per pet, per night. A 3 pet maximum is allowed. Additionally, a pet-cleaning fee is also charged, which is $50 for stays of 7 days or less, $75 for stays of 8-29 days, and $100 for stays of 30 or more days.
"Le Petite Chateau TSA202" is a premier vacation rental property provided by Port A Escapes, professionally managed to ensure that everything is expertly handled before your arrival, and includes:
- 24/7 guest support
- Professional cleaning to the highest standards
- Pre-arrival inspection performed by one of our team members
- Clean towels & linens
- A well-equipped kitchen
- These starter supplies are provided in the property as a convenience until you can go shopping: hand/bath soap, shampoo & conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge.
LOCATION
Port Aransas, Texas, is a charming coastal town that attracts over 6 million visitors annually. Nestled on Mustang Island along the Gulf of Mexico, Port Aransas offers a laid-back, picturesque setting perfect for year-round getaways. With its favorable climate and stunning natural surroundings, Port Aransas is conveniently located just a short drive from major cities, including Corpus Christi, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Visitors can look forward to a genuinely inviting experience, with a wide range of activities such as beachcombing, fishing, birdwatching, and exploring the town's vibrant arts scene. Additionally, the town's proximity to attractions like Mustang Island State Park, the Texas State Aquarium, and the historic charm of downtown Port Aransas promises a diverse array of experiences for every visitor. Whether it's enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, shopping for unique souvenirs, or simply soaking in the relaxed coastal vibe, Port Aransas offers endless possibilities for an unforgettable vacation.
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. Prices, house contents, and features are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 activities can be experienced at Horace Caldwell Pier and Fisherman's Wharf. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, parasailing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Roberts Point Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic storybook cottage nestled in the heart of old town Port A! located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Museum and Nature Preserves are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 119 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

Randy D.

Not a good place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awful. Inside waa cramped and dark. While inside was clean porch was dingy. No vegation in backyard...furniture was mildewed and there was a huge hole by one chair that could have resulted in bad accident. We left a day early. Could not stand one more day.

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Great place for a quick trip!

If you're like us, you don't spend much time indoors when you're on the coast. This place has everything you need for a quick beach trip, and the location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk C.

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

Quaint little place and perfect location

Enjoyed our stay! Perfect for us and our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Port A getaway

Third time staying at this charming little cottage. Great location and perfect for a midweek getaway. Love the decor, amenities and the property was spotless! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great stay at the property. Enjoyed Port A and the cottage was very comfortable. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Great Day at Coast

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: Good getaway with my family and puppy. Restful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

October in Port A!

We had a wonderful fall getaway to Port A. The cottage was just perfect. Clean and really cute! I loved the French Country decor. The outdoor area was great for relaxing and for our dog to run around in. Totally recommend this cottage and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kendall J.

Great little place

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: Super cute little place. Great for just a weekend get away. Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., San Antonio , US

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

Cute little abode

This place was perfect. Very private and comfortable with everything you need. I felt very safe here as well. My dog loved the screened in patio and yard. So did I! Lol. Highly recommend this place and it may be my go to from now on when I visit port a. Favorite place I’ve stayed on the island so far…and I’ve been coming for the last 30yrs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Sweet Little Gem!

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: Super sweet spot in the heart of Old Town Port A. Clean and convenient. Awesome outdoor shower, screened porch and outdoor seating area. Close and convenient to everything. Owner and managers are all super nice. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Quick family get away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was great for our needs. Dogs are welcome, not just allowed. Beds and linens were high quality. Plenty of towels. Beautiful private yard and large screened in porch were great.Space is updated and very clean. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Subha P.

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

Space too small

The place is fine for just 2 adults. It is too small for 4 adults and a pet. There was no space to walk around. The property should be advertised for 2 adults. And even though pet is welcome, my pet was confused and restless.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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2/10 Terrible

EvA R.

NOT A COTTAGE AT ALL AND NOT A GOOD VACATION RENTAL!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First I want to say that this cottage was not a cottage feel at all. We got inside this rental and were inside a garage instead of a rental. This rental was very small for three people. We found spiders everywhere. Also the french doors were not very secure. The table wobbled a lot. The bathrooom was very small as well. we do not recommend this place for a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velisia E.

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

Amazing Private Bungalow

We loved our stay! It was minutes (1-3) from everything the island had to offer; beach, stores, and restaurants. The house itself was very clean. And had lots of things that helped make the stay more enjoyable. Specifically, in the kitchen there's pots and pans, silverware, plates, bowls, salt and pepper, pam cooking spray, coffee pot, coffee filters, dish soap, sponge and various cooking items such a spatulas, a can opener, knives, etc. There were travel shampoo, lotion and conditioner in the bathroom. And lots of towels available. The covered porch was adorable. It had two chairs and a table to relax as well as a small round table with two chairs that were more of a breakfast nook setup. We also loved the backyard. We have a pyrenees mix and this is the first trip he's been on with us. I was worried the backyard would be open and he would do his normal pyr bark, but the fence was extremely tall (maybe 7 ft) so there was so much privacy and he was fine outside (except when he heard someone :) ). We really loves our stay and will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Jack M.

Bad trip.

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I am a property manager. I know the business. Problems happen. Having said that, the property manager walked off in mid-sentence as I was explaining there was no heat and it was 41 degrees in the unit.The property management company should have checked the heat before check in. They blamed it on the owner. I do not recomend Port A Escapes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kristina K.

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

Had some pros and cons

Pros: short walk to the beach and drive-on access. Dog friendly-we stayed with our 2 dogs. Fenced in yard. Affordable. Kitchen was well stocked with enough to make breakfast, knife to cut a watermelon and Tupperware to store it. Very small unit but still doable for short weekend. Cons: sleep was uncomfortable due to ac unit never feeling cool enough. Felt like there was sand in the bed immediately after getting into them, even after knocking the sand off my feet from the floors. Laundry facility had roaches all in it and we didn't even know where it was located at first. Water pressure in kitchen sink was probably less than 50%. Shower head had water coming out of all the cracks and seemed as if it were going to pop out of the wall if you weren't careful adjusting. Our check in was at 4. We got the keys at 3:55, got to the unit right after 4 and maid service was still there so we had to wait to get in. Baseboards, fans, AC vents all covered in dust. Don't recommend for longer than a 2 night stay. We were just thankful to find a place on July4th weekend that was dog friendly, closer to the water, and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anywhere that lets us bring our three dogs deserves 5 stars and the outside shower took the show after a long sandy day at the beach!.. Everyone got baths and soaked up the sun the rest of the afternoon in the private fully fenced back yard. I always search for a rental that’s more pet friendly so we can all enjoy our trips the most I would definitely stay here again. Affordable, private, very pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
No mention of pet fee on VRBO site. Had to go to website for pet fee not mentioned on VRBO site. Place and stay was good. Kitchen and some dishes were not clean. Bathroom is a little small. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for the two of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Kristina C.

Private Location Close To Everything

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 property was perfect for a private little get away - Centralized location made going anywhere on the island a breeze, the space itself was perfect for a couple, toddler and small pet. Le petite Cheateu had a lot of charm and was the ideal home base after a hot day at the beach. There were a couple things to note, but did not hinder our stay or trip - The kitchenware has been better days so maybe pack some essentials if you plan on cooking - The grill was not working and has a smell, however, the property management offered to bring a replacement to remedy which was appreciated. And while the shower worked, hot water and all, the shower head was not attached to the wall and didnt allow for the detachable head to hang properly. Again, none of these items hindered our trip, we still enjoyed ourselves and would return.
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10/10 Excellent

james m.

Relaxing Getaway

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: Cute little cottage with some character. Fenced yard was perfect for our dog.

8/10 Good

Mayra S.

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

Good for a weekend get-away

It was cute and cozy pefect for a weekend get-away. I would like to suggest a new mattress other than that we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Peaceful

Loved everything about it. Cute, quaint and perfect for a decompress. ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty M.

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

This place was adorable and quaint!

Perfect little cottage for a weekend getaway with husband & my fur babies! I think the outdoor private shower was my favorite cause it had long lasting hot water! The yard was safe and secure for my pets. We all felt safe and comfortable. The sunroom/screened in porch was my 2nd favorite but next time I will bring a fan for air flow. Communication with host 5 ⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great efficiency

The efficiency has a cottage feel - but is attached to a small house. It has a separate driveway. It is in a great location close to all the attractions of old Port A from food to beach to shops. I had no issues and can recommend the accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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