Fabulous Island home! Super close to the jetty!

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1st Floor - Spacious and cozy living room perfect for relaxation

1st Floor - Comfortable seating for family gatherings

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Excellent

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16286.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Air conditioning
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Port Aransas, Texas

Roberts Point Park
‪18 min walk‬
Port Aransas Beach
‪18 min walk‬
IB Magee Beach Park
‪19 min walk‬
Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

About this property

Dolphin Bay CV424 is a super spacious island home offering 7 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 living areas a full kitchen and a kitchenette. The extra large deck off the front of the house is the perfect place to relax in the evening, with games for the family. There are four queen bedrooms and third bedroom you will find a twin over full bunk bed. Forth bedroom will have a full size bed. Lastly, there is super fun twin size boat bed, with a twin size trundle for the little buccaneers. This home is about a 3 minute drive to the beach and many of the restaurants and shops Port A has to offer. Dolphin Bay offers wireless internet and a full size washer and dryer for your use. With over 3000 square feet there is plenty room for your whole family. Come and make Dolphin Bay your home away from home.
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HIGHLIGHTS
- 7 bedrooms
- Kid friendly
- Washer and dryer
- BBQ grill available
- Numerous restaurants and area attractions nearby

BEDROOM CONFIGURATION
- Master Bedroom: Queen bed, TV, and ensuite bath
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed, TV, and ensuite bath
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed
- Bedroom 4: Queen bed
- Bedroom 5: Full Bed
- Bedroom 6: Twin over full bunk bed
- Bedroom 7: Twin size boat bed with a twin trundle
- Additional Bedding: Queen-size sleeper sofa in the living area

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- A 2-3 night minimum stay is required.
- Contracting guests must be at least 25 old, have a valid State Driver’s License or other acceptable ID, and present throughout the entire stay
- This is NOT A PET-FRIENDLY RENTAL.
- PARKING: is a maximum of 4 cars
- 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

"Dolphin Bay" 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.
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.
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. . 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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Port Aransas

Old Town Port Aransas, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas, is home to this holiday home. 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. With parasailing, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Port Aransas, Texas

What's nearby

University of Texas Marine Science Institute - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Roberts Point Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Port Aransas Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
IB Magee Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Horace Caldwell Pier - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬17 min walk
‪Taqueria San Juan - ‬2 min drive
‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
‪Virginia's On The Bay - ‬9 min walk
‪Grumbles Seafood Co - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous Island home! Super close to the jetty! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Island home! Super close to the jetty!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Island home! Super close to the jetty!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Island home! Super close to the jetty! located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Texas Marine Science Institute and Port Aransas Beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 15 minutes.

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Cynthia P.

3 April 2025

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice space!

Although the house has an interesting layout, we really enjoyed both the indoor and outdoor spaces. There was room for all the people and all of our things. Overall it was very spacious for our large group. Unfortunately it was not very clean but that may have been because there were renters in right before us and they were trying to flip multiple properties and we were allowed to check in 1 hour after check in hours were supposed to occur. Several of the shower drains don't drain well and need some attention.l There was also a lot of random things left in the house, looks like someone moved out in the early 90's and left some of their things like random printers, hair rollers, etc. Also the kitchen was not well furnished with pots and pans. They were well used and we spent more time trying to get food unstuck from them than we did cooking in them. With all of that being said, we would consider staying here again but would bring needed pots & pans.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Larry S.

2 December 2024

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

Thanksgiving vacation

House had enough bedrooms and bathrooms to support the number listed. Two huge living areas, a game room for kids and a fenced in front yard with a large deck. Within 5 mins. of the water. Furniture not very comfortable in the living room areas, good kitchen area and storage for food. Overall the house servered all our needs for a great family vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda H.

21 October 2024

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

Girls trip

The house was big enough for our group of 7 and the beds were good. The problem was the roaches. Bunk bed(which has no ladder) was a concern because the ceiling fan is too close. Ceiling fan in bathroom was very dirty.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

6 September 2024

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

Fabulous stay

I surprised my husband with a family getaway with our adult kids for his 60th birthday, & this place was perfect! We had plenty of space for everyone-indoor & outdoor! There were 10 of us, & we had plenty of parking for everyone. They also provided plenty of the miscellaneous items like soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc…They have everything for cooking; however, I would suggest bringing your own skillets.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Miranda P.

27 August 2024

Worked out great.

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 space. Great location for a fishing trip. Only notes I would make would be some bathrooms don’t have great water pressure, floors are soft in some areas and there were water roaches. Given this is a coastal home some things are to be considered possible.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Pete B.

31 July 2024

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

Friends Birthday getaway

Overall we loved the location. Plenty of space for everyone. We will definitely stay here again. Just a few small issues. Nothing that will detour us from staying again

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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6/10 Okay

Karen K.

13 July 2024

Needs Improvements

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, this property met the basic needs for our group; however, I would not have paid as much for this property knowing there are some serious repairs and easy maintenance that need attention, even for general safety. Flooring is coming apart and has gaps throughout entire house. The arm of the chair in upstairs balcony literally crumbled when leaning on the arm rest. Toilet in the bathroom near the kitchen didn't work properly (you have to wait until it fills after 10-15 min. to flush. A note would help instead of figuring this out on our own). The wifi of the property doesn't match what was sent in the text from mgmt. Finally found something on the refrigerator, & even at that, wifi hardly worked. The placement of the fridge is not ideal as you can hardly get into the freezer. It doesn't fully open and is narrow. The couches need to be replaced as they felt like you were going to fall through them. Finally, there were roaches crawling behind the couch in the main room next to the kitchen two nights in a row. Definitely needs regular pest control. Finally, I would recommend supplying beach towels to guests. Every beach vaca rental we've previously stayed at provides them. Since this was a vacation, I don't want to be bothered calling for repairs or requests. Don't mean to be so negative, but it just seemed like it needs a lot of work that hasn't been suggested by prior guests. On the positive side, this place was in a great, quiet location. Loved the easy access to the beach and shops. It was also very spacious and had ample parking. This place has potential, but needs a lot of love. I would recommend caution in this house given the flooring and chair situation. If major fixes and basic upgrades were in place, I would consider this in the future.

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4/10 Poor

A guest from San Antonio, TX

4 June 2024

Dolphin Bay CV424

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The 2 large living spaces are great for a large crowd. The fenced in yard is great for kids. However, the kids beds are upstair accessible by a dangerour metal spiral staircase, the other bedroom only have fulls or queens with very rough sheets and a thin blanket. There are no extra blankets. Only 1 or 2 thin towels per bedroom. There is a septic smell entering the house. The fridge in kitchen is next to a wall so you cannot access the freezer. Although a separate freezer upstairs you have to go up the sprial stair case to access the freezer. The cushions on the wicker sofa are paper thin, very uncomfortable. I will not stay here again.

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10/10 Excellent

Rita P.

24 May 2024

Our fellowship Bible study group trip

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 all just needed to get away. Been working long hours not been Port, A in a long time to our surprise. Wow it’s all changed. The growth is amazing not to mention our house that we stayed at just perfect for the amount of us that wanted to get away on a small trip. We definitely will come back and want to stay in the same house. Also have recommended it to my daughter which she stayed with us loved that they’re coming back and bringing their Hill Country youth ranch from Kerrville to stay there as well.

10/10 Excellent

elissa W.

2 April 2024

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

Easter at the beach

The property was spacious and exactly what we needed for our large family stay. The fenced in yard was great for the little kids to play in and stay safe:). The only issues we had were that there was no working coffee maker, but Coffee Waves came to the rescue with 96 oz carafes of coffee. Also, we had to call maintenance to come fix the wifi as it was not working. Prompt attention from the management company though.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Calvin H.

1 January 2024

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

Hanselka Family Christmas

Overall very positive appreciation of overall experience- spacious accommodating all members of our 4 generation family; good location; fyi, the commode in the first bedroom leaks at the water inlet connector and couldn’t exit on; Also, about 5’inside the Channelview entrance the flooring is not stable a heavy person might break through if they stepped on it; overall, as stated we were very satisfied…

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen S., San Antonio

22 August 2023

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

Annual Family Beach Week

This was the second year our family spent our annual "Family Beach Week" in this beautiful home. With seven bedrooms and ages ranging from 3 years old upward, everyone had room for the privacy they needed. We love the big wrap-around verandah and spent most evenings outside, despite temperatures over 100 degrees. We had an internet problem when we arrived, but it was quickly fixed. The bedrooms and living areas are large and very comfortable. Thank you, again, for the care given to this lovely home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

2 August 2023

Adorable Place

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: Great place to stay in Port A. Location is great, as you can golf cart around all the local restaurants and bars. Also, easy access to the beach. My two main requests are cleanliness and great AC and neither disappointed. Adorable place to stay with lots of room.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

9 July 2023

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

Martin Family

We enjoyed the yard and outdoor toys. Overall we enjoyed the house.some small plastic ccuos leak, middle tub on main floor drains very slow outlets next bar dont work

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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8/10 Good

Eden P.

21 June 2023

Beautiful spacious home!

Rating Details: 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: This rental was so spacious. All the family members were very comfortable. The home is very beautiful and super clean and tidy upon arrival. We had one issue with the AC in the front part of the home not cooling but that was fixed pretty quickly. We would definitely rent this home again. Great location with easy access the beach.

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10/10 Excellent

Bobbie R.

14 March 2023

AMAZINGLY PERFECT

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10/10 Excellent

Bobbie R.

28 February 2023

PERFECT!!!!!

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10/10 Excellent

LaToya M. M.

9 October 2022

Two Thumbs Up!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: Nice house loved it had alllll necessary things. My family loves to cook and house came with EVERYTHING needed to cook our meals. The cart provided was awesome.

2/10 Terrible

Ashley C.

7 October 2022

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

This home had mice, roaches, and one of the rooms bed frame was collapsed when we got there.

Again, no one expects to see a mouse, or that many roaches roaming throughout the property. In addition, one of the rooms had a broken bed frame. My mom had to sleep on the floor. There appears to be a mold like substance (2 feet tall) in the bathroom. Definitely concerning. Not to mention the flooring which is spiking up creating a dangerous surface. This is especially true for kiddos walking barefoot, or anyone really.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Claire P.

13 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great Space but Inaccurate description

We booked this home because it is listed as having 7 bedrooms. As a previous reviewer mentioned, there are only 6. This caused issues with us having to sleep with our kids in our own room because there wasn't enough space. The layout of the home is great and we loved the two living areas with plenty of space to hang out. The location is also great. The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc but there are no spices or any extras of that nature. No coffee provided and only a few of the bathrooms had soap. Overall I was disappointed with the amenities provided. Lastly, the bed in one of the bedrooms is broken and lying on wonky wooden blocks. The mattress is held up by a few planks with half a dozen loose and broken planks hanging down. I tried to contact the property managers about it twice but they never responded. Overall, the house is a good space and a good location. I wouldn't stay here again though.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S., San Antonio

8 August 2022

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

Wonderful, eclectic home in Old PortAransas

Charming home with a wrap around verandah we enjoyed daily—always a sea breeze and comfortable. Ed’s are very comfortable and the living spaces had plenty of room for all activities - puzzles, computer games or just relaxing Loved being IN Port Aransas and seeing this town from “new”eyes - close enough to walk to watch the dolphins surfing the bow waves in the shipping channel as the tankers came through.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristy W.

6 August 2022

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

Franklin Family Beach Vacation

We had a wonderful stay at Port Aransas. The house had plenty of rooms to house five families and even offered additional space for our teen boys. We had a wonderful time playing on the back deck and yard with the kids while they waited patiently for the adults to be ready for the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beatiuful Home for Big Families

Beautiful home for large families. Lots of space for everyone to hang out. Golf cart that is dropped off on day of arrival is a plus and makes it easy to get to the beach and around town. Here are some minor issues we had. 1. Refrigerator and freezer are a side by side. The freezer door is by the wall and does not open all the way. Hard to get food in and out. There is another frig/freezer upstairs so you are able to put larger items up there. 2. Bedroom description and pictures on VRBO is not exactly accurate. Here are the rooms/beds: Downstairs- Four bedrooms with Queen beds. One sofa bed in living room. Upstairs- One Twin bed in the landing area of the stairs. The bed is in shape of a boat so we called it the boat bed. One Full bed in a small room. Another room with a bunk-bed. The bottom mattress is a Full and the top is a Twin. The top bunk is close to the ceiling fan so you cannot have the fan on when someone is up there. Bring sheets and blankets for sofa bed. I hope you enjoy the house as much as we did!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Calvin V.

17 July 2022

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

Definitely recommend!!

Beautiful home & perfect layout! It was great having one bedroom by the kitchen for the couple who always wakes up earliest & did most of the cooking. All the teenagers stayed upstairs, & the bedroom with its own bathroom was perfect for me & my 2 kiddos. My toddler loved the arcade game! The backyard was great to hang out with the whole family when we weren’t at the beach, which was only a few minutes away on the golf cart

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary F.

9 July 2022

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

Space for our Crew!

13th annual year of coming to Port A and up to 17 (8 adults & 9 kids) in our party. This house was a great space for all to eat, spread out, relax, play games and sleep at the end of fun days at the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022