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Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach

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Living area
Beach Gear Credit Included With Your Stay! (2 Night Minimum)
Pool
Pool
Beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 983.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach

IR54: 2BR / 2BA / 9 Guests / Shared Pool / Boardwalk / Shared Charcoal Grills / No Pets Allowed / Golf Cart Accessible *Golf carts will have to be parked in the overflow parking area no exceptions* / Parking Passes for 2 Vehicles Only

Short walk to the beach through Island Retreats Resort Private boardwalk from this second-floor condo. Great unit for a family. Beautifully renovated complete with new flat-screen TVs and appliances. TVs located in Living Room and Bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped to prepare meals for family and friends. Great views from an outside private sitting area overlooking the common area and shared pool. You can just relax on the balcony after a day at the beach or walk down to the large pool. The unit is equipped with Wi-Fi.

Beds:
BR1- 2 Full-size bed
BR2- 1 Full-size bed - 1 set Twin bunk beds w/ trundle.

Things to Know:
Parking Passes for 2 Vehicles Only
Strictly NO PETS allowed. Subject to fine and removal from property
Please bring coffee and filters
Laundry detergent not provided.

Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information:
2 - Large Swimming Pools Hours: 9am 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 # 248256

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island State Park. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 22 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 22 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach on 18 May 2026 start from AU$325, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and IB Magee Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Quiet, clean, and close to town, with beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re so happy you enjoyed the quiet, clean, and convenient location with easy beach access. We’d love to host you again soon! -Life in Paradise Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very enjoyable. Condo was very nice and clean with plenty of sleeping space to accommodate my 8 family members. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D.

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

Beautiful Property and location great for families. The private boardwalk to the beach was perfect.

So easy to book and communication with property management was a breeze
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for your review! We are pleased that the process was easy and you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you for staying at Life in Paradise!
Verified

8/10 Good

Katelyn M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great. We could have used some extra bathing towels and the dishes had to be scrubbed before using due to stuck on food from previous people. Overall it was a quality stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed the condo. Easy walk to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2021
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your time and look forward to your return to the island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randi L.

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

Fun!

Loved the ease of the property … could hear the waves on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute condo. Had everything we needed for a quick trip to the beach. Loved the fact that it had a beach umbrella and two chairs. It was very clean. The only complaint: pots and pans were worn out and some of the dishes were not clean. I had to wash everything before I used it. Also, I brought my own frying pan after reading comments by previous customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

It was relaxing

I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2024
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased to know you enjoyed the property and that we were able to accommodate your needs. We look forward to seeing you again at Life in Paradise.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa R.

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

Quick Trip

The location was great. Real nice setup, the pool and grounds were clean. We had an issue with the dishwasher and a backed up shower, we texted the property manager and it was taken care of within an hour. I would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review. We hope to see you again soon at Life in Paradise!
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10/10 Excellent

Cindi S.

GREAT 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: We found this last minute and am so glad we came. The condo is nice and comfortable. Life in Paradise made our trip stress-free and that is so important to us. Thanks for having us!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
Thank you for staying with us at Life in Paradise. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay, please come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Great location, nice place!

The photos don’t do justice to how cute the unit is and how great Island Retreat is! The unit is upstairs, but gives a great view of the ocean from the balcony. The rooms are both good size and had enough room for pack n plays in both. I’d recommend bringing your own pots and pans if you plan to cook. The Island Retreat (buildings this unit is part of) is cute and has a boardwalk directly to the beach, along with a great pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the property and the view! We look forward to seeing you again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ashley M.

Convenient to beach in Port A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Newly renovated insides of 2 bedroom unit. Very conveninet to walk to beach along boardwalk. No need to drive. Staff very accomodating with requests and always quick to answer phone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2020
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at this property and were able to take advantage of the location to the beach. We look forward to having you stay with us again. Life in Paradise
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10/10 Excellent

Refreshing

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: Wonderful condo, nice and clean,only draw back was all small beds, need 1queen size would have been nice. Enjoyed the view from deck, loved the boardwalk to beach. We would love to comeback next january
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and had a refreshing experience with the deck and boardwalk to the beach at this property. We will pass along the suggestion to the owner about the bedding situation. We look forward to having you back again next year. Life in Paradise
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher G.

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

Good spot on the Coast

The condo was a great location. It was close to the beach with a short walk down the boardwalk. Its also really convenient drive to all the shops and restaurants in downtown Port A. The condo was clean, layout was great, comfortable furniture, dining table sat 6, and having the kitchen was great. Cute decor and nice view of the pool. My only complaints are the condition of the frying pan/pots. They were virtually unusable being banged up and gross. Looked like they were salvaged out of the beach from a hurricane, rusty gunk and all. If you plan to make eggs or anything bring your own pans (we chose not to use them). Next bring your own pillows. I don't even know where you could buy flat lifeless pillows but this place found them. If the owners would have invested $100 bucks in upgrading pillows and pans I would have given this place 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

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

Springbreak

We took our grandchildren to the coast for a few days. The property was great. quick access to the beach. There’s a nice pool and and basketball courts available. The property was clean and updated. Beds not so comfortable! Would probably stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Clean, comfortable, close to the beach!

This condo was perfect for our family. You could see the ocean from the living room/balcony and one of the bedrooms. Very short walk to the beach! Pool was huge and perfect temperature! A very quiet complex and a perfect getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Thanks so much for the great review, and thanks so much for staying with us at Life in Paradise. We look forward to having you stay with us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great visit.

We loved our stay. Clean & furnished nice. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Thank you or the great review, and thanks for staying with us at Life in Paradise. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

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

Great beach location

We enjoy staying at these condos due to the large swimming pool and close beach access. This condo was nice and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia H.

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

Cute Condo

Everything was simple from the start. We really enjoyed this condo. The beach access, pool and location was perfect for us. The decor made us feel like we were exactly where we wanted to be! We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariela M.

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

Perfect location!

The staff for this condo was excellent. They answer to texts!! They answered all my questions so promptly! They were excellent. The condo was great, clean, has everything you need and want. The location was excellent like a few minutes walk to the beach. Came back to feed kids lunch and left out spot on the beach and went right back!! The condo looks like it has been recently remodeled super nice! Only reason i gave it 4 stars is that some of the towels had stains on then and some of the sheets were not super clean. One of the chairs in the porch was broken becareful. But overall and for the price it was a steal and very nice. SUPER quiet and beautiful. I would def rent again from here. We also rented a golf cart for the weekend and that totally minimized the sand in my vehicle! Also the kids enjoyed driving around to get food and snacks and just look around! Super happy to see Port A making a come back after maria and covid. Will be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2021
Thanks for the review. We have forwarded the information onto our housekeeping manager. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your arrival back to the island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann S.

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

Wonderful Beach Front Property

We had a wonderful time for Easter weekend. It had everything we need and more. Perfect size & location. I will definitely book it again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2021
Thank you so much for staying with us at Island Retreat 54. We are so happy you had a wonderful Easter weekend in Port A. We look forward to you visiting us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Very nice condo! Appears recently renovated. Easy access to beach.

Very impressed. Very family focused property complex. Entrance to property had security guards at night - added nice touch! We'd easily choose this complex and Condo (#54) on next visit to Port Aransas!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

casey a.

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

clean and updated

Very clean and well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

JoAnna W.

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

Great place

Property as described on-line. Cute place inside. Outside maintained, pool clean and boardwalk straight to the beach. No one really on beach due to weather and no vehicles so able to social distance. Mattresses comfortable, basic necessities at the condo. Only a couple of misses...one trash bag in kitchen for a 4-day stay and no dish soap...dishwasher only which I guess works better for the cleaning crew. Overall nice place and clean. I would stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Great family vacation

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: Well decorated and clean. My only complaint was the volume on the bedroom tv couldn’t be adjusted down. Other than that, fantastic location and nice pool. The buildings on outside look very 70’s. Inside is updated and very nice. Lifeguard on beach near access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2020
Thank you for leaving a review. We are glad you had a great family vacation and enjoyed your stay at this property. The pool is refreshing and the complex is close to the beach with a walk path. We made a service order for the TV to be accessed. We look forward to having you back soon. Life in Paradise

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