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The Sand Trap | Pet Friendly | Steps to Beach

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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a balcony.
A two-story building with a covered porch, a red door, and a sign reading 'The Seaside Trip.'
A hallway with a wooden floor, a staircase, and various wall decorations including a sign that says 'Life is good at the beach.'
A spacious dining area with a white table and teal chairs, a white railing along the wall, and a large window with a view.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mustang Island Beach
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Sand Trap | Pet Friendly | Steps to Beach

This newly built 3BR/3.5BA home features two balconies and a BBQ grill. Enjoy the amenities of Palmilla Beach Resort, including a pool, boardwalk to the beach, and on-site dining. Contemporary furnishings, high-end finishes, exposed-beam vaulted ceilings, and vibrant beach colors will make your family or group feel immediately relaxed. You’re located right on the golf course and a 5-minute walk from the Black Marlin Grill. For more dining and entertainment options, head to nearby Port Aransas and Schlitterbahn waterpark. ABOUT THE HOUSE After a day at the beach, cool off in the living room. Kick back on the plush sofa (which converts to a queen sleeper sofa) or on the love seat. Later, watch a movie on the 70” flat-screen TV. The gourmet kitchen features a gas range and a large island with two barstools. Cook a tasty meal, and then gather at the dining table for eight. Six more can pull stools up to the counter, or head out to the balcony, where you’ll find seating for five. In the evenings, relax on the two Adirondack chairs on the front balcony. Later, gather on the second balcony with seating for five -- fire up the grill for a seafood feast, and enjoy a meal paired with views of the beautifully landscaped resort. When it’s time for bed, guests staying in the first-floor master bedroom will have a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and a walk-in shower. A second bedroom has a twin-over-king bunk, while the third bedroom has a twin-over-queen bunk. Both have en-suite bathrooms with tub/shower combinations. And every bedroom has a 48” flat-screen TV. EXTRA AMENITIES and MORE DETAILS Visit the Guest Services pavilion at Palmilla to receive VIP wristbands that allow access to resort amenities. During the summer, poolside cabanas, golf carts, beach chairs, and umbrellas are available to rent via Guest Services. Enjoy a designated area at the beach with air-conditioned bathrooms and food services. For on-site dining, you’ll find the exquisite Black Marlin Seaside Grill, REDS Patio Bar, and the Agave Poolside Cantina. The newly redesigned 9-hole course incorporates the best of true links-style play and winds its way throughout the Palmilla Beach Resort Community. Palmilla Beach challenges golfers of any skill level with ocean breezes, lush fairways lined with native grasses and challenging greens. With a variety of tee boxes, the course will fit any player's current game. Amenities include a second refrigerator on the first level -- perfect for storing grilling foods and beverages -- and a washer/dryer. There is parking for three cars in the driveway, plus additional street parking. You’ll also enjoy an outdoor common area with patio tables and gas fire pit, which is shared with other homes. Trailers/boats are not permitted on-site; however, nearby parking is available. Short Term Rental Permit #540960 THE LOCATION Palmilla Beach Resort is your passport to an exciting Port Aransas vacation. Relax in the sparkling seaside pool, where Friday nights are movie nights. For a fun and easy night out, grab dinner and cocktails at Palmilla’s Black Marlin Grill, which features live music several nights a week. Downtown Port Aransas is just 5 minutes away, and Schlitterbahn waterpark is just a 20-minute drive. THINGS TO KNOWThere is currently major construction occurring on new homes in the area. No current homes or amenities will be affected, though construction equipment may be visible and views may be obstructed in some areas. Construction has been scheduled during certain times of the day to minimize noise and potential disturbances to guests. The work is scheduled to conclude in the next year.2 dogs welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Palmilla Beach Resort approval.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay. City/town permit number: 013226 You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
Please respect the home, neighbors, quiet hours, parking guidelines, occupancy limits, resort rules, and all local ordinances during your stay.
Check-in is guaranteed by 4:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Guests must be at least 25 years old to check in and must follow occupancy limits.
Please treat the home with care. Guests are responsible for damage, missing items, extra cleaning, and unauthorized pets or related fees.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5481779vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Port Aransas Beach and Port Aransas Birding Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Holiday Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 27 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shore Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4BR | Beach Access | Palmilla Resort Pools & Amenities | Golf Course located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Palmilla Beach Golf Club and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Holiday Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is the second time I have stayed at this property and it was wonderful each time. The hou...

I love the level of maintenance that the property has. There were people working all over the place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect house for dog friendly

Great house for our family of 5 and 2 pugs. Will be back next year. Thanks for letting us stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent home!

We loved the floor plan and the beds were so comfortable! Can’t wait to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Wonderful home in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Perfect!

We loved staying at this home in Port A! The location was amazing, the pool was beautiful and the home was perfect. Would highly recommend and definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed our stay at Palmilla! Gorgeous house, close to the beach, roomy!

Easy peasy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this home! 2 refrigerators, yard with fire pit and seating, close to the pool &guest services

Wonderful time to share with family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

High Quality

If you want to have top notch with house, restaurants, golf carts and swimming pool with options to enjoy all Port Aransas look no further. Palmilla is one stop for all fun. I will add golf on my next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay overall! This was a nice property and had a great location to the pool and fitness center. I think it would be helpful to have keyless access on the back door at the top of the stairs in addition to the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Hi Andrea, Thank you for the review and kind words about our property! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us as well as the pool and fitness center. Please let us assure you that we value your feedback, and your comment has been passed along to the homeowner. By the way, you were perfect guests, and we appreciate you taking care of our place as if it were your own. Please come back and stay again any time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome 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: Enjoyed our stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Stay at The Sand Trap

We had the best time at this lovely beach home. It was spacious, clean, and loved all the balconies. They have just about anything you need to cook a great meal too - which was a plus! Close to the pool and beach. Palmilla was a great distance from Port A restaurants and loved the gas fireplace outside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sand Trap me anytime

This house is a 10 out of 10! Thank you for sharing it with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time!

The house was perfect for our needs. Close to beach. Clean. Easy check in check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home! Planning to return!

We absolutely loved this home. Very clean, plenty of space, and close proximity to the pool. We plan to stay here again as soon as we can narrow down some dates. Definitely recommend. Thanks!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Vacation Home!

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: House was very clean & suited our needs nicely! Will definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We will be back!

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 loved this place!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Home

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: Very clean home in a great location, we really enjoyed our stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

We loved the beach house. Palmilla is an awesome community. Everyone is asking when are we going back. We loved all the porches and it was decorated perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

This is a beautiful house with so many great amenities! The booking/check in/check out process all went very smoothly. My family and I felt so comfortable and at home during our stay. Having easy access to golf, the beach, a great bar/restaurant, and the pool was awesome! I would definitely recommend this property to others and hope to return myself!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great get away

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: awesome new home in fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding rental

Upon arrival this rental was exactly what we were looking for. It had all of the comforts of home and only a short distance to the beach. I highly recommend it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome

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: Beautiful, stay was fabulous.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, Clean and Family Friendly!

This is an amazing property! Very clean, organized and family friendly. We had two families with 3 toddlers and 2 teenagers and everyone loved the property. Everyone we interacted with from online booking through departure were extremely nice and helpful. We have already booked the same property for June 2019!!!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Love the home itself. We have stayed there previously. However- it was not very clean, the fire a...

Love the home itself. We have stayed there previously. However- it was not very clean, the fire alarms kept going off and there were roaches.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you for your review, Jessica, we are happy to hear you enjoyed our home! We sincerely apologize that the home was not cleaned to our standards and for any inconvenience that caused during your stay. We have provided your valuable feedback to our local manager to address with our housekeeping team. We hope to better impress you on a future stay!

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