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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Port Aransas, TX
Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
Place, Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
7 min walk
Roberts Point Park
Place, Roberts Point Park
19 min walk
Port Aransas Beach
Place, Port Aransas Beach
4 min drive
Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
47 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom 1
Full Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room
Experience the charm of The Dapper Dolphin Beach House, a meticulously designed 3BR/2BA stilt house spanning 1353 sq ft, comfortably accommodating 10 guests. Elegantly furnished for comfort and convenience, this one-of-a-kind home boasts a new private pool and fun-filled game room.
Capture breathtaking sunsets, observe passing ships, and witness wildlife at the nearby nature preserve. The Dapper Dolphin provides parking for 4 vehicles, along with golf cart and boat parking, complete with an available EV charger. Pets are welcome for a fee!
Guests can rent a golf cart from Coastal Eds! We encourage you to book the golf cart with Coastal Eds as soon as possible, we cannot guarantee availability if you choose to delay booking.
Access the property via a scenic route passing the city pool and skate park, leading to a lengthy driveway ideal for boat parking.
The open-concept living space upstairs welcomes you to the ultimate Port Aransas vacation experience. Revel in a corner bench-style dining table, an oversized sofa doubling as a sleeper for one, additional seating, and a large TV. The well-equipped kitchen, complete with a large center island, facilitates seamless preparation, cooking, and dining for up to 10 guests.
Outside, the brand-new private pool is ready and waiting to help you stay cool! You'll find a sun shelf for refreshing as you catch rays and a deeper area perfect for splashing!
The three bedrooms cater to diverse preferences: a King Bedroom with a shared guest hallway bathroom, another King Bedroom with a private entrance to the backyard and back deck, and a bunk room featuring twin/twin and twin trundle beds, plus a queen bed. Each room is equipped with its own TV.
The Dapper Dolphin comfortably sleeps 10, offering a front deck for captivating sunsets and a back deck for picturesque sunrises. The backyard provides an ideal space for outdoor activities, making it perfect for family and friends. The game room, hosting the washer and dryer, is conveniently located downstairs, while an available EV charger adds a modern touch.
Situated just 8 blocks from the beach, a golf cart rental (inquire for discount code) facilitates a quick ride to the shoreline. Explore Old Town, the marina, Roberts Point Park, shopping, restaurants, nightlife, and more from this centrally located haven. Elevate your vacation with the Dapper Dolphin's stunning views, comfort, convenience, and unbeatable location!
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Port Aransas, a gem on the Texas Gulf Coast, offers the perfect blend of sun, sand, and relaxation. With its pristine beaches, charming small-town vibe, and a wide range of outdoor activities, it's an ideal vacation spot for groups. Enjoy fishing, water sports, or simply lounging on the sandy shores. Don't miss the Port Aransas Nature Preserve for birdwatching. This coastal haven promises unforgettable memories for your group getaway.
Local Attractions: Mustang Island Beach, Port Aransas Nature Preserve, Dolphin Tours, Texas SandFest, Fishing Charters, Port Aransas Art Center, Red Dragon Pirate Cruises, Golf Courses, Port Aransas Museum, UT Marine Science Institute (UTMSI)
Home Truths: - SQFT: 1353. - Construction is always happening somewhere in Port Aransas; we can’t guarantee that you won’t hear/see construction, building, or community improvement projects and events during your stay. - Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time. - Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times per year. Our properties are treated by professional pest control service every 4-8 weeks. - This home allows up to 2 dogs for a fee; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine per pet. - Pool heat is a paid feature and must be requested 24-48 hours before the day of check-in. - Please note: Pool heat will not be available for the summer months (May - September). - Please note that the pool temperature is not guaranteed and may vary depending on weather and other factors, including the outside air temperature. - Please note that the maximum occupancy includes infants and babies. Ensure that the total number of guests, including little ones, adheres to the specified occupancy limit.
Parking Details: - Parking is available for 4 vehicles. - Boat and golf cart parking is allowed.
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The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / King bed Bedroom 3 / Twin/twin and twin trundle and queen bed.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Port Aransas
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Leeward Sands, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center.
Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Roberts Point Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Port Aransas Birding Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Horace Caldwell Pier - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 17 min walk
Port A Pizzeria - 19 min walk
San Juan Restaurant - 11 min walk
Fins Grill & Icehouse - 19 min walk
Kody's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room?
As of 27 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room on 23 July 2026 start from AU$910, 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 Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dapper Dolphin by AvantStay | Pool, Game Room located?
Located in Leeward Sands, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Ellis Memorial Library and Roberts Point Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice location and cute house. Enough space for everyone and the pool was a hit.
Callie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and that the home had plenty of space for everyone. It’s great to hear the pool was a hit! We’d love to host you again.
We enjoyed our stay. The rooms were comfortable, kitchen well-stocked, and kids loved the pool and game room.
Whitney W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing! We’re glad you enjoyed the comfortable rooms and well-stocked kitchen, and it’s great to hear the kids had fun with the pool and game room. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
This place was perfect for our family! It was very clean and had everything we needed. There were just a few maintenance items that, if addressed, would make this a 10 out of 10. The pool was the star of the show for our kids. Communication via email and text was too slow to be effective, however, the phone service was very friendly and always available. I would recommend this place to anyone with a young energetic family.
Eric W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear the home was a great fit for your family and that the pool was a highlight for the kids.
We also appreciate your feedback on maintenance items and communication. It’s helpful to know what would have elevated your stay to a 10/10, and we’ll share this with our team to improve both responsiveness and follow-through.
We’re happy you would recommend the home and would love the opportunity to host your family again in the future!
The house is great, fully furnished/stocked and very pet friendly. We stayed there last year as well, and the dogs remembered the place and felt right at home! We love the fenced backyard with lots of grass, for peace of mind with the dogs, and love that it has a pool as well. Overall, very happy with the house and our stay. Will definitely be going back!
Paula B.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you and your pups felt right at home again. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the backyard and pool, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another stay!
Dapper Dolphin provided a clean, fun, welcoming environment for our vacation getaway with our daughters and grandchildren. We’ll definitely keep it in mind for future adventures.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Awesome! We enjoy being a small part of wonderful memories! Yes, please visit again!
Daughter and grandkids came from New Mexico we loved everything about the place especially the backyard and pool we will stay here again
Alexander G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
Thank you for your lovely review, Alexander! We're so glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the backyard and pool. It’s wonderful that you made some great memories together. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit!
We loved our stay here! This place is everything we had hoped for, and the managers graciously allowed our three fur babies to stay as well! What a FANTASTIC rental!
Stephanie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2022
Thank you for that fantastic review, Stephanie! We are so glad that your stay at Dapper Dolphin was perfect!!! We hope to host you again soon.
Clean, modern place with comfortable beds and big showers (+ large soaking tub). Owner is great to work with and we were thrilled with the two decks and large back yard (fully fenced) that our dog loved. A bit far to the beach, but you can buy a parking pass ($12) that lasts the year and drive up. Plenty of food choices a short drive away. Will stay again for sure.
Robert S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2023
We are thrilled to hear you had a fantastic stay at Dapper Dolphin and that your dog enjoyed the large fenced in yard! We look forward to hosting you again!!!
The Dapper Dolphin was exactly as we hoped. It was beautifully decorated, nice large kitchen and super fun game room. The bedrooms and bathrooms were larger than expected. The kitchen island was perfect for pancake breakfast. The fenced yard was perfect for the dogs. I would definitely stay there again.
Michelle D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Michelle! We're delighted to hear that The Dapper Dolphin exceeded your expectations. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the beautifully decorated interior, spacious kitchen, and fun game room. It's wonderful to know that the bedrooms and bathrooms were larger than anticipated. The kitchen island sounds like the perfect spot for a pancake breakfast, and we're glad the fenced yard was ideal for your dogs. We can't wait to welcome you back to The Dapper Dolphin for another amazing stay!
Absolutely beautiful, warm and welcoming home. Very tasteful decor-cute desk in one room. Plenty of towels, kitchen accessories and seating. Loved the Coddle coach too!! Great location, enjoyed the community park and was conveniently close to shops & restaurants. We enjoyed everything and will be returning!!
The Dapper Dolphin was a great place for my family and i to stay. We went for a much needed vacation and this place was the best place we could have stayed. When you have kids of all different ages sometimes its hard to please them all, however the Dapper Dolphin definitely delievered just what we needed. There is a game room and a pool so all of my kids were definitely satisfied. Having something they all could do made relaxing for my husband and i so much easier. I highly recommend this place for anyone but especially those with kids.
Lisa V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024
Thank you, Lisa! We're thrilled to hear that The Dapper Dolphin was a perfect fit for your family vacation. It's wonderful to know that everyone, including your kids, enjoyed the amenities like the game room and pool. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you all back for another relaxing stay soon!
House was just as the pictures showed. Very clean and comfortable. Beds were just right, not too hard, not too soft. Would even make Goldilocks happy. We did not cook as we were out sightseeing during the day and not back to the house until late. Nice drive into Corpus Christi to see a couple of Hooks games. Would recommend this home to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Margaret M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
We enjoyed hosting you Margaret! Glad you had a comfortable stay at Dapper Dolphin and noticed our Sway cleaning standards. Come back again soon!
We enjoyed our stay in this house and the pool was an added plus! The house was very clean and comfortably fit the 8 people we had. The kitchen was well stocked, which we appreciated since we enjoy cooking our meals on our vacation. The location was close to the center of town and the beach. We reached out to the property management a few times with questions and they were very responsive and helpful. We would stay here again! The only improvements we would note is 1) the pool could use some more shade, but we just put up a shade canopy near the pool 2) the burners on the propane grill were pretty worn out and should probably be replaced.
Rachel R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Rachel! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the house and pool to be perfect for your group. Your feedback on the pool shade and grill will be passed along for improvement. We’d love to host you again in the future!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Dapper Dolphin house. The house is very nice and has everything you need. The neighborhood is nice. We would definitely rent this house again. The hosts responded immediately to my questions. We enjoyed the pool and are grateful for the fenced in backyard for our dogs. We enjoyed playing games in the game room as well. We did get eaten up by mosquitoes every time we went outside. Make sure you bring bug spray. The front bedroom and the guest bathroom are only separated by a sliding door just for future renters.
Julie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2024
Thank you, Julie! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Dapper Dolphin house and found it well-equipped and comfortable. It’s great that you appreciated the pool and fenced backyard for your dogs, as well as the game room. Thank you for the heads-up about the mosquitoes and the sliding door—your feedback is valuable for future guests. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
This home has all the space and comfort for a sisters get-away! It’s spacious for family to quietly rest in the main house and with a separate game room for those that want to keep the activities going.
I love this place and you will too.
Hanna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
We are so glad you loved your sisters get-away at Dapper Dolphin and we appreciate this amazing review!!!
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