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Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!

Family-friendly vacation home in Port Aransas with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and an arcade/game room at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

12 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 32343 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!

Welcome to the Red Marlin! Located on the corner of Beach Access 1A and 11th Street, this island gem is approximately a 400 yard walk (3-5 minutes) to the beach or a minute by beach cart. When you're not enjoying the close proximity to the beach, relax and enjoy a cold beverage while taking in the cool gulf breeze alongside your own heated pool. The pool area features a beautiful "beach-entry" style in-ground pool, BBQ grill, surfboard cabana table, and beautiful island décor to top off this coastal bend retreat.

With 12 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, the Red Marlin accommodates up to 32 guests and is ideal for family gatherings, weddings, reunions, fishing trips, and corporate retreats. The property is divided into two separate floors--each with six bedrooms (two with king beds, two with queen beds, and two bunk rooms) and four baths. Each has a large living/dining area where your group can gather and a full kitchen. The upper floor has a balcony overlooking Beach Access Road 1-A and a large covered deck overlooking the pool that is perfect for morning coffee or a cold drink at the end of the day. The lower floor has a large covered patio where you can relax after a swim in the pool.

Across the patio is another building housing the game rooms and laundry facilities. Downstairs you'll find ping-pong, foosball, and a game table to entertain the kids after a day at the beach. Upstairs is a game/poker room with a wet bar and a laundry room with two sets of machines. Wireless internet and smart televisions with a standard cable package are also provided.

The Red Marlin is in the Port A "golf cart zone" which means you can use a cart to get to the beach, shop or dine downtown, or just enjoy the many attractions on the island. The beach is a five-minute walk or about a minute by cart or car and there is shopping within a block of the property.

The Red Marlin is unmatched on the island. It's a place you'll want to return to and make lasting memories. We hope you visit us in iconic Port A soon!

City of Port Aransas Rental Registration #009366

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 12 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,693 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Per city ordinance, noise should be limited between 10 PM and 8 AM.
No smoking of any kind is allowed in the house, the game rooms, or the pool area.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events need to be approved by the manager.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 32
Note from host: All events need to be approved by the manager.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Map
TX, Port Aransas

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holiday Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 21 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Port Aransas vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Mustang Island Beach and Holiday Beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Big property great for a big family. Close to the Beach

9 of us enjoyed our stay here. It was walking distance from the beach and there was plenty of
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room. Younger people really enjoyed the game room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Family getsway

We had such a great time and this house was perfect for our large family to all be together under one roof. Lots of space to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Insha D.

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

Best Birthday Ever

I celebrated my 25th birthday in Port Aransas with my large group of friends and family and it was the most amazing birthday I’ve ever had! There was plenty of space for everyone to enjoy their privacy. The weather was chilly so the home was perfect for us to stay in and have a wonderful time. If we ever visit Port Aransas again, we will definitely be staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Exactly what we needed for the weekend!

The house was perfect for what we needed. It is exactly what is pictured and had plenty of space for 14 teenagers to spread out and enjoy their time in the house. The heated pool was great for our end of Feb stay, the game room got lots of use, both living rooms were large enough for us to hangout and enjoy being a team, and it is a short walk over the hill to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Family get together

Is perfect for a large family group. Close to beach. Really enjoyed this place. Will use it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysha R.

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

Amazing Stay!

Had a great time and our guests had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

LISA M.

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

Awesome Place to Stay

Stayed here for our annual company fishing trip. Had a great stay and would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

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

Family vacation

This was our second year staying at this house. Plenty of room for our big family. Great place. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Port Aransas TX great place to stay!

We had a great time staying here & will definitely come back. The house was just as described & the host was great with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chas K., Dallas

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

Large Family Vacation

Great place for large families. Probably the best place our family of 33 has stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Incredible house!

Loved the house and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tommy F.

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

A great place turned out to become a great stay.

It was what I was looking for when looking for a place to hold our retreat. I couldn't ask for a better place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

Great property

House was very clean and very fun. Pool was warm and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Great Place

Perfect place for a large group and convenient for us as we were taking a group of employees fishing in the Bay. Property was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paige C.

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

Family reunion

Plenty of space for all ages. Nice to have downstairs bedrooms for the less mobile. Well equipped kitchens
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aly H.

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

Spacious and fun stay!

We stayed at this house for our company’s team building and it was more than enough space that we could all spread out and enjoy time together. We loved this house and never had a dull moment! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca A.

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

Such a fun weekend

It was so fun being together for Easter in this property. The property was beautiful and such a great spot for the family. Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Large Group Getaway

This place was just what we needed to start our Summer Break! It was spacious and close to everything we needed. Bobby and family were pleasant to work with. Thank you for a great vacation experience! Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

Deep sea get away

Took a few of our team members to Port A to do some deep sea fishing. It’s not easy to find a place that will sleep 17 adults each in their own bed but this place had the set up with room to spare and the location was awesome. Would recommend staying here for large groups.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Easy Walk to the Beach

This property was everything that was advertised. It was clean, comfortable and a couple of minutes walk to the beach. It has easy access to souvenir shopping, convenience stores and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Allison S.

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

Great house for a large family!

We were impressed with the house. Only downside is how busy the streets are next to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dulce A.

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

Family Vacation

It was a great vacation! The house was able to comfortably accomodate all of our family. Our children enjoyed the pool and other amenities. Our hosts were attentive, fast to respond to all of my questions and to resolve concerns. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis B.

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

Beach Trip 2024

Sadly, Hurricane Beryl caused the cancellation of our annual family vacation. The owners were very helpful with advice and options, including a refund. We have booked the house for next year, fingers crossed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Family & Friends birthday bash

Loved this property. A great place for our large group. Bobbi met us when we arrived and pointed out all the great things in this house. Plenty of space for all ages to hang out. We ate, we swam, we went to the beach. It was an amazing weekend. Highly recommend this beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023