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Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!

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Widows Galore- The large windows provide ample natural lighting for the living room.
Get Ready to Be Spoiled! - Everything about this property is aesthetically pleasing. From the large, elegant windows to the handsome, high-quality furnishings, this beautiful home was designed with your luxury in mind.
A boardwalk to the beach makes the walk quick and easy.
As you walk in the door, you'll be welcomed in with this entryway.
The spacious living room has plenty of seating for everyone.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12212.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmilla Beach Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 King Bed

4th Bedroom

1 King Bed

5th Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!

Stunning ocean views and stylish décor are ready to welcome you and your family at Happy Heron, your next vacation home away from home in Port Aransas! This tastefully decorated five-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home has a lot to offer!

At Happy Heron, the living area has tasteful coastal décor, great natural light and offers ample seating area for guests. Cozy up together for a movie night on the flat-screen TV is in the living room. In the kitchen, you’ll find stainless steel appliances, upgrade countertops and plenty of space to cook gourmet meals together. Share a meal in the dining room at the farmhouse-style table with seating for eight guests.

The balcony space is incredible and boasts beautiful ocean views. Sip your morning cup of coffee and watch the sunrise or share a cold beverage with your loved ones as you watch the sunset. For your convenience, there’s a charcoal grill. Fire it up and grill your fresh catch of the day!

After a busy day of Port A adventures and beachcombing, you and your guests are sure to sleep like babies in one of the five well-appointed bedrooms. The primary bedroom has a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a king-size bed with a flat-screen TV. The third bedroom has a king-size bed with a flat-screen TV. The fourth bedroom has two queen-size beds with a flat-screen TV. The fifth bedroom has a king-size bed and a flat-screen TV. All the bedrooms are spacious and offer comfortable mattresses so guests can feel at home.

Take a quick stroll down the boardwalk to the beach so that you can soak up some sun and surf.

Book your stay at Happy Heron and find out why the beaches of Port Aransas, Texas, consistently make the Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best list. Known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” Port Aransas is an angler’s haven with pier fishing, deep-sea excursions, and bay and channel fishing. You can even cast your line directly in the surf. Water activities abound in Port Aransas, and you will have your fill of surfing, parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking and paddleboarding. The pristine coastline and warm waters of the Gulf invite you to spend leisurely days swimming, snorkeling and beach combing. Port Aransas also boasts a bustling community of art galleries, museums, boutiques, and restaurants to satisfy every palate. Book Happy Heron and find out for yourself why Port Aransas is a favorite vacation destination!

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

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Holiday Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 21 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views! on 26 May 2026 start from AU$556, 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.

How much is parking at Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happy Heron | Pet Friendly, Coastal Views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mustang Island Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Holiday Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I go fishing with friend's in Port A annually but never stay at the same rental twice. I will stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2025
Thank for sharing your positive experience with us! We look forward to hosting you again next year.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brad T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious older home that needs some TLC. Master bath leaks down through a light fixture at front door. Plenty of room for a big family to include your doggie a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you for your review. We apologize for the issues you experienced with the master bath and will address the leak as soon as possible. We strive to provide a comfortable and well-maintained home for our guests. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to make your stay more enjoyable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john B.

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

Great place, great management, great balconies

6 guys down for fishing trip. Very comfy, clean house with a good location. Loads of parking and close to the beach. Had bad luck with the AC in the garage bed rooms go out but the management company were quick to respond and had a guy out to service it on a saturday afternoon. Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
John, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how your stay was. We are pleased to see you had a great fishing trip and stayed at our Happy Heron property. We are always happy to see when there is an issue that we did respond quickly. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you, SilverSands Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Excellent property

This was an excellent property. The house was clean, well laid out, and the AC worked well. It was close to the beach, and well stocked with appliances and utensils. We would happily book again. Just some FYI's to other folks. Due to the size of the dunes, it is very difficult to see the beach from the house. In addition, the walking path is difficult (1/4 mile long and about 6 stories of elevation changes) even for our very much in-shape young adults. Plan on needing to drive to the beach for anyone that's not in peak physical condition. The house does not come well stocked with soaps/toilet paper/etc. A couple of days at most so bring some with you, or expect to buy it. They were kind enough to give us a second "welcome package".
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive review! We're glad to hear that you had a great experience at the complex. We strive to provide excellent service and ensure that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Thank you once again for choosing our property, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

audrey w.

Great House!

This house was great for our group of twelve. Super spacious and clean. The kitchen was nicely stocked for cooking and dining. I hope at some point they install a connecting bathroom for the two rooms downstairs. That would make this house PERFECT! The area was nice and quiet. The boardwalk was a little sketchy to navigate but was handy to have for that midnight trip to the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abraham J.

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

Weekend getaway

The property was as it was advertised. The two bedrooms downstairs had no bathrooms and had to come to the second (main) floor for bathroom access but overall it was a nice home and would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. I am glad there was some positives in your visit with us, I hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Perfect for our group

We had 4 generations staying there. There was plenty of space and parking for everyone. It was clean, cool and close to the beach. We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
So glad you all enjoyed the stay at the rental! We hope to have you back again and appreciate the feedback -Bella
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Jessica N.

Not great

I'll start with the positives. The living area and dining areas were lovely and were great for our group of 9 to all hang out and enjoy each other's company. The upstairs rooms were also very nice, and the master had a gorgeous bathroom. However, the A/C upstairs was not working, so they had put window units in each room that were quite loud and were dripping into buckets on the balcony. The major issue was the downstairs rooms. They were in the garage, which wouldn't be a big problem, but there is no bathroom down there. Also, those rooms had a musty smell and everything in there felt a bit damp. We also found a variety of bugs throughout the house, and a mouse made its way into some of the food we had stored in the pantry. While the location was good and the gathering areas were nice, I would not book this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. We deeply apologize that you had to deal with those issues, there is no excuse as to why you were not able to fully relax during the stay. We do our best to make sure everything gets taken care of as soon as we know about it, know that we do care about our guests and don't ever want to lose trust. Someone will be notified about all of this so we can correct what was wrong. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine L.

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

Great for a family of young adults

House was great and had plenty of room for our party of 11. Driveway was huge and had plenty of room for multiple cars and a truck and boat trailer. The AC was not working upstairs when we arrived but they were already working on it and had it fixed quick. If I were to change anything it would be to have a small bathroom in the garage. One more full bathroom would make it the perfect place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay here! We appreciate you for taking the time to leave feedback, this helps us learn what we can do better, hope to have you stay again soon -Bella
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Trey Z.

Terrible Rental Experience

If your under 25 and never rented a house this is the place for you. If your older with a family and want something comfortable and safe, this is not the place. Our child has his arm go through a windowed door that maintenance had know about and neglected to repair correctly for the sake of owner revenue gain. Image beach air coming right through your living room. Very unsafe place to rent.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Frank F.

I expected more

When we arrived the a/c didn't work, Silver Sands did bring window units though.The glass was about to fall out of the door leading to the main deck.I can't even remember how many times I had to call to get it fixed. House did not have a grill as advertised and that took several calls as well. I have been using Silver Sands for many years and it seems they have out grown the great service they used to offer. I do not recommend this house or Silver Sands.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ryan R.

Could be better

Any sort of interior labels for finding the other bedrooms would be useful. Also there is water and sewer downstairs, even a half bathroom down there would really change the stars to 5.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GREG K.

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

nice unit. close to beach, quiet neighborhood

clean unit, everything in good working condition. rental staff is prompt and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wade W.

Happy Heron

Excellent location and accommodations , service and response was prompt and courteous. Only suggestion would be an upgrade to the grill, something supportive of the number of potential guests, sturdy, and possible wind break, option for gusty days snd dedicated fire extinguisher. We were able to cook for eight ,but required careful relocation of the grill, snd two shifts of cooking. file:///var/mobile/Library/SMS/Attachments/ec/12/57A00718-DC72-4E11-B83E-E7BBAD317BDD/IMG_1039.jpeg I would rent this property again MWWilliams
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wade W.

Happy Heron

Excellent location and accommodations , service and response was prompt and courteous. Only suggestion would be an upgrade to the grill, something supportive of the number of potential guests, sturdy, and possible wind break, option for gusty days snd dedicated fire extinguisher. We were able to cook for eight ,but required careful relocation of the grill, snd two shifts of cooking. file:///var/mobile/Library/SMS/Attachments/ec/12/57A00718-DC72-4E11-B83E-E7BBAD317BDD/IMG_1039.jpeg I would rent this property again MWWilliams
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Heron Happy

Great house, will stay again
Verified

8/10 Good

Boyd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good place for Thanksgiving

House was nice, but 1 of the beds in the garage had bugs in it. Luckly we didn't need it because 1 of our family had to back out of the trip. Silver sands offered to move us but we decided not to because all the other bedrooms were good with no bugs. The losting was not clear when it states 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, you don't know that means in the garage. All othwr bedrooms were upstairs and we had elderly, less mobile grandparents that had to climb a good number of stairs. We would have chosen somewhere else. AC on the main floor where the kitchen and living room are went out and Silver Sands got it fixed by lunch time on Thanksgiving day. Was not a problem for the men but our ladies were not happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Jo Ann S.

Enjoyed the stay but not happy.

I enjoyed the house. Nice views and nice layout of the 2nd and 3rd floors. Garage bedrooms do not have bathroom. Grills are rusted. Obstructed view of ocean due to overgrown palm trees. BUT...my real issue. Is that the cleaning fee of almost 400 dollars for 2 days is non negotiable. I cleaned the house, washed the towels and ran the diswasher as requested by the leasing office. Took out the trash and lightly cleaned the house. BUT..I am being charged the full cleaning fee. They had almost nothing to clean. Had I known that this would be the case I would not have cleaned anything. I would not have taken out the trash. I would have left everything as it was. I find it unfair to be charged such a high cleaning fee when I cleaned the house and left it as found. PLUS, the showers handles are upside down and so it takes a long while to figure out how to get hot water and the jets in the tub are not working. I liked the house but will not stay there again. Too many other options to deal with this again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jo Ann S.

Planning on staying here again.

The location is perfect. The views are awesome. It's clean and has just about everything you need. I enjoyed that the living area is seperated from the sleeping areas. Downside...the bed rooms in garage do not have a bathroom. Be sure to leave the light on in the garage for the midnight trips to the upstairs bathroom. There are 2 palm trees that need to be cut down to half the height. Also, the handle in the hall bathroom is upside down. Last...the BBQ grills need to be replaced and the place would greatly benefit from a chimminea. Over all I give it a 4 star rate.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Steven B.

Very fun stay

Everything with our stay was wonderful! A few things to know before you book this house. 1. I hope you like stairs, because if you book this place you'll be climbing them a lot. The house has three staircases and the boardwalk to the beach is really up and down, lots of stairs. 2. The house does not have an outdoor shower, so when you return from the beach you have to use the outdoor hose to rinse off. 3. Two of the bedrooms are in the garage. The one with two queens and one of the ones with a single king are all located in the unfinished garage, and there's no bathroom down there, so you have to walk up to the house to get to a bathroom. Other than that, our stay was lovely!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Perfect for the whole family

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: The place was perfect for my whole family. We went there to celebrate my dad's 60th birthday and we had a great time. We will use Silver sands again for sure!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from overland park, KS M.

Happy Herron February Getaway

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: The house was very nice and very well equipped. We rented for month of February. The decks are great for catching the morning sun and drinking coffee and reading. The boardwalk to beach is extremely close and nice to be able to walk to beach. Would also be nice if there was a corner shower caddy provided for master shower as there is no where to put shampoo or soap except on floor. We would rent this house again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammie D.

Happy Heron Holiday

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 fun and relaxing Thanksgiving with the family at the Happy Heron rental. There was an abundance of room and on the rainy day the garage space allowed for some cornhole play. We had an ocean view from the upstairs deck and the boardwalk over the dunes was nearby. Management was helpful. Will definitely consider again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bauri C.

Happy heroine

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 place to stay. Wish they let us do an early check in but we ended up going directly to the beach. There's also a grill on site but it was not listed on the website.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

bill g.

our yearly trek to the beach

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: the ladies that help make the reservations were very helpful with all the questions and made the process easy. looking forward to next year!

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