At Brucie's Bungalow, experience a tranquil retreat near radiant downtown Port Aransas, Texas. Relax on the great outdoor space with a large flat screen tv or unwind on one of four amazing balconies offering sunrises over the Gulf and sunsets over Corpus Christi Bay.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7196 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access
🌊☀️ Relax, Unwind & Breathe in the Sea Air at Brucie’s Bungalow – MD145 🏖️ Your perfect slice of Mustang Island paradise
✨ Ocean views • Multiple balconies • Private boardwalk to the beach ✨
📌 Occupancy Notice Maximum occupancy is strictly enforced per city ordinance and is based on legal capacity, not bed count.
🌴 Welcome to Brucie’s Bungalow Escape to Brucie’s Bungalow, a beautifully renovated coastal retreat where modern comfort meets laid-back Gulf Coast living. Nestled along quiet Mariner’s Drive, this home offers a peaceful getaway away from the crowds—while still keeping you close to Mustang Island’s best beaches, dining, and entertainment.
Stroll down your private boardwalk, feel the sand between your toes, and let the island vibes take over—paradise really is just steps away 🌊✨.
🌅 Outdoor Living at Its Best This home was designed for soaking up the outdoors, featuring four gorgeous balconies, a sprawling wraparound deck, and an open-air sitting room—perfect for morning coffee ☕, afternoon relaxation, or sunset cocktails 🌇 with a salty breeze.
With expansive outdoor spaces, there’s plenty of room to relax, play, and bask in the Mustang Island sunshine ☀️.
🏡 Comfortable & Thoughtfully Designed Interiors Step inside and enjoy a layout built for comfort and convenience.
🔹 Second Level Includes: 🛏️ Two queen bedrooms 🛌 Primary suite with walk-in closet & private bath 🛁 Two full bathrooms
Not a fan of stairs? A multi-person elevator provides easy access to all levels 🛗.
🎉 An Entertainer’s Dream The third floor is the heart of the home and perfect for gathering:
🍽️ Open-concept living space 🍳 Large eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry & granite countertops 🔥 Cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace 🌊 Wraparound deck with breathtaking ocean & bay views
A separate TV room with a full bar 🍹 and an additional full bathroom offers even more space to relax or entertain.
🧺 Added Convenience The first level features a full laundry area and a half bath, making extended stays effortless and comfortable.
With balconies on every level, enjoy sunrises over the Gulf 🌅 and sunsets over the bay 🌄 every single day.
🎮 Bonus Feature – Game Room Fun! This rental includes an added game room, perfectly set up for family fun and friendly competition! Enjoy ping pong 🏓, foosball ⚽, and comfortable lounge seating, making it the ideal space for game nights and quality time together.
🐾 Good to Know ☕ Drip coffee maker & Keurig 🛺 Golf cart access 🐶 Pet-friendly (2 pets max) 🌊 Exterior decks & balconies with ocean & bay views 🛗 Multi-person elevator (all levels)
🏛️ Corpus Christi STR #: 2022-124622
📧 Important Note After booking confirmation, a rental contract outlining all policies, rules, and expectations will be emailed and must be reviewed and signed prior to arrival.
🌴 From sunrise coffees to sunset skies, Brucie’s Bungalow is where unforgettable island memories are made 🌊✨ Must be 25 years of age to rent.
Boardwalk to beach access.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,110 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
Must be 25 years of age to rent.
Boardwalk to beach access.
Pets
Pets are 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
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
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
Property Registration Number 2022-124622
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Whitecap Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Roberts Point Park and Texas Sealife Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
Is Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access located?
Located near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Palmilla Beach Golf Club, Holiday Beach, and Mustang Island State Park. Port Aransas Beach and Roberts Point Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great bar and primary in suite. Love the jettedtub and views.
Elois W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debbie B.
3 Aug 2024
It was wonderful
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 had a wonderful time staying a brucies bungalow.The house is beautiful and Port Aransas is a great place to get away for some peace and relaxation.
Debbie B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gordon S.
23 Apr 2024
Sandfest
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:
Clean. Conveniently located.
Easy access to the beach for long walks. Nice views of the sunsets from the third floor balconies. Nice coffee maker🤗 and a cold fridge! It was a short stay and overall a very good experience. However we could not locate a broom. If we were staying longer finding the broom would have become a priority - it is a beach property. Would definitely recommend the stay for families. Good space to spread out and still feel connected.
Kim Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debora G.
3 July 2024
Gorgeous house!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Our family loved staying in this beautiful house. Huge house with at least 5 balconies with one large wrap around balcony. Rent a golf cart and the beach is a short fun ride away down the board walk!! The outside is well maintained and nice as well. A little issue with the elevator but two nice men showed up quickly to fix it! Great stay!!
Debora G.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robin D.
2 July 2024
Good Times in Port A
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The home is off the beaten path of Port A and is about 4-5 miles away from the downtown area. Nice home and clean. Beds were quite comfortable. The only downside was that we were there after a storm and the mosquitos were difficult. Property management rocks on this one as they went above and beyond just managing this asset.
Robin D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jerry R.
22 Feb 2024
Winter Getaway
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:
What a great house. We rented Brucie’s Bungalow for the first time for a month this winter and really enjoyed our stay. We’ve been going to Port A for over 50 years, always in the Summer, but the Winter trip was a pleasant surprise. Except for the normal repair items you would expect staying in a house for a month, the house was perfect for our needs. The elevator is a huge bonus, the split level design gives everyone room to spread out, and the yard was very nice for our dog. Good location, short walk/cart ride to beach over private boardwalk. Felt like home away from home.
Everything was very nice an comfortable. The issues we had was with the operation of the elevator and having no control over the AC. The elevator has a switch issue that is a little annoying and the AC kept us very cold and we had to turn it off occasionally to warm up. We found out that we just needed to call the management office to control the temperature. We had an initial odor when first arriving but it seemed to go away as the AC was started up and ran for a while, there was a sink in the master bathroom that was slow draining. We did have a wonderful time and enjoyed our stay at the rental.
This is our second time staying at Brucie's. The house is so great. So much room for everyone to spread out. Love the kitchen and dining for enjoying our home cooked meals each evening. The walk to the beach is short and sweet with the boardwalk at the end of the road. We really like working with the management, New Waves Vacation Rentals. Easy check in process and excellent communication. Look forward to our next adventure!
We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful house. The location is great, away from busy Port A but close enough. Just hanging out in the house with lightening fast Wi-Fi was very enjoyable.
The house is accurate to the listing and very clean! Beds were comfortable and basics for cooking in the kitchen were available. Plenty of room for our group to hang out both inside and outside, and it was a short walk to the beach. Would stay again!
Our stay was wonderful the house was great. The only recommendation I have would be to have extra linens available for guests such as an extra blanket for the bed or linens for the roll a way beds.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We really enjoyed our rental.
Kristyn V.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Superior, WI
4 Mar 2023
Great place to stay
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:
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Bruce’s BUNGALOW in Port Aransas. Fabulous place to stay. This bungalow is amazing as New Wave is great to work with. Thank you so much
House was great. So many different balcony’s. Location was great and quiet away from crazy downtown port a. Only problem was some of the outside furniture was broken and not useable.
Nice house with plenty of space and equipped with a great kitchen. If you like to cook and consider yourself a foodie you will enjoy two kitchens “ one in the 3rd floor and one in the rooftop” and all the cookware you need to prep , cook and create great meals for the family. This home also provides a nice view of the backside of the island. Views of the airport and skydivers nonstop as well as a marina view. Good place to escape and only about a mile away from the beach.
We very much enjoyed our stay at Port Aransas at the Bruce's Bungalow property. The house is very clean and comfortable, with views of the Gulf of Mexico and the music of the waves at night. It is very conveniently located, just outside the bustle of Port Aransas and with no very near neighbors, with easy acess to the beach, but very close to Port Aransas and Corpus Christi attractions and services. Most important to us was it's proximity to the National Seashore on North Padre Island and to the wonderful Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. New Wave, the management company, was very easy to reach for any questions and advice. We highly recommend this site.