In the heart of Old Town Port Aransas, Once Upon a Tide offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Walk to nightlife, eateries, shopping, and local attractions or take a short golf cart ride to Mustang Island Beach. This beautifully decorated 5-bedroom beach house boasts a private pool (heated with fee), outdoor bar with swing seating, ping pong table, grill area and plenty of shade.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14161 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay
Welcome to Once Upon a Tide, a newly built 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom beach house perfectly situated in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas. This beautifully designed home brings together bright coastal finishes and high-end comforts to create the ideal setting for unforgettable group getaways.
Inside, the open-concept layout features a spacious living room with a large TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a generous island and bar seating, and a dining area large enough for everyone to gather with ease. Each space is professionally decorated to feel both stylish and welcoming, with thoughtful details throughout that make it easy to settle in and relax.
Step outside and you’ll find a covered hangout area complete with a bar and swing seating, a ping pong table, grill, and shaded outdoor dining space—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring town or lounging at the beach. Just beyond the gate, your private pool awaits, offering a refreshing dip on sunny days. Upstairs, you can catch both sunrise and sunset from the front and back decks, each outfitted with seating to enjoy the views.
Once Upon a Tide offers sleeping arrangements that work beautifully for families and groups, including a king suite and a queen suite with private bathrooms, a bunk room with two twin-over-twin bunks, and two additional bedrooms with king and queen beds. Two more full bathrooms are located off the hallway, and there’s even a full-size washer and dryer to make longer stays a breeze.
Located just a short walk from Alister Street’s restaurants, bars, shops, and live music, this home is also within walking distance of the beach and sits comfortably within the golf cart zone. Once Upon a Tide has everything you need to feel at home while soaking up the best of Port A!
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: - 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 available for an additional fee but must be requested at least 48 hours in advance. - Please note that pool heat is only available between Oct 1st & April 30th. - This home features a safety/gate lock. While it's not fully locked, an adult is needed to lift the safety mechanism to open it. City regulations mandate either locking it or installing an alarm for doors with direct pool access. - 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. - 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. - 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. - Guests must be 21 years or older to book this home.
Parking Details: - Parking for 4-6 vehicles depending on size, along with boat parking and golf cart parking.
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The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / 2 twin over twin bunks Bedroom 4 / King bed Bedroom 5 / Queen bed Living Room / Sofa
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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near the sea
Things to do
Table tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighborhood in Port Aransas. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
Is Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay located?
Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Port Aransas Museum and Port Aransas Beach. Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 10 minutes.
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Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay Reviews
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The property was great! Just as advertised. In a great location, close to everything. Our whole family had plenty of room & enjoyed our stay tremendously!
This house was perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking for our 4 vehicles and 4 golf carts. Kids loved the pool and ping pong table. Will definitely stay here next time we visit port a.
Great Property! This was our second time returning to this house. We had a company retreat and it was perfect. Lots of space to gather and so close to all the amazing restaurants and great golf course. Plan to be back later this year!
Every year, my two sisters, their husbands, my husband, and I meet for an annual get-together. We rotate where it will be. This year, I chose Port Aransas and this particular house because my husband and I had stayed there before. This place is great! Well appointed, lots of room, close to almost everything. The downstairs bar with swinging seats is awesome. If we need a place in Port A again, this will be at the top of our list!
Great Communication with owners or mgmt company. They had so much stuff we were able to use which sometimes VRBO's provide nothing. We really enjoyed our stay.
We really enjoyed our stay. The layout was perfect for everyone. Sadly the weather did not allow us to utilize the swing bar and ping pong table downstairs. Aside from that we plan to be back this summer.
We had a lot of fun during our trip, overall the house was greatly stocked for basic needs. Cleanliness was ok just details like dirty doors, baseboards, blinds, found some trash in pool area too. But most importantly clean sheets and towels were available.
Awesome house! It was perfect for our group of 8 to celebrate my husband's 80th birthday. Close to everything. Absolutely spotless! And the owners were a dream to communicate with. We will be back!
Overall this house fit most of our families needs. The neighborhood is a bit trashy however the house make up for it. It says pet friendly so I was hecking it out for future travels with my fur babies and found there is no actual way to keep your pet in the common downstairs area.
My family and I (ages ranging from 75 to 1 year) loved everything about this rental house! It felt like everything was thought of when designing it and it really met all of our needs. It's location made everything a less than 10 minute drive, and when when you have a 1 year old, 4 year old, 16 year old, and 75 year old in the group, short and sweet is required! We enjoyed the pool, ping pong table, and bar swing down stairs and the beautiful kitchen, dinning room, and bedrooms upstairs. The only (very minor) downside is the rug in the living room was a little scratchy for the baby or walking bare foot. We will definitely be staying here again!