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Close to Port Aransas Beach, Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t

  • Dolphin Bay CV424 – Spacious Port Aransas Retreat with Two Living Areas and a Huge Outdoor Deck

    WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY
    Gather your family and friends for a memorable coastal getaway at Dolphin Bay CV424, a spacious Port Aransas vacation home offering over 3,000 square feet of living space and accommodations for up to 16 guests. Designed with large groups in mind, this home features two separate living areas, a full kitchen, an additional kitchenette, and flexible sleeping arrangements that make group vacations comfortable and convenient.

    Spend quality time together preparing meals, relaxing in the inviting living spaces, or enjoying the extra-large front deck with outdoor seating and room for family games. With two queen bedrooms featuring private ensuite bathrooms, a kid-friendly bunk room, and a unique boat-shaped bed, Dolphin Bay offers a fun and functional setting for families, friends, and multigenerational getaways. The beach, restaurants, and shops are just a short drive away, making it easy to enjoy everything Port Aransas has to offer.

    HIGHLIGHTS
    Accommodates up to 16 guests
    Over 3,000 square feet of living space
    Seven designated sleeping areas, plus a queen sleeper sofa
    Two separate living areas
    Full kitchen and additional kitchenette
    Two queen bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
    Kid-friendly bunk room and boat-shaped bed with trundle
    Extra-large front deck with outdoor seating
    Family games area on the deck
    BBQ grill
    In-unit washer and dryer
    Free private Wi-Fi
    TVs throughout the home
    Pet-friendly accommodations for up to two pets
    Approximately a 3-minute drive to the beach, restaurants, and shops

    WHAT TO EXPECT
    Dolphin Bay CV424 is designed to give larger groups plenty of room to gather and spread out. With two separate living areas, guests can enjoy time together while still having space to relax independently. Families with children may appreciate having room to play, watch TV, or unwind without everyone needing to share the same space.

    The full kitchen and separate kitchenette make preparing meals, snacks, and drinks more convenient when traveling with a large group. Whether you're making breakfast before heading to the beach or preparing dinner for everyone, the additional kitchen space helps accommodate busy vacation schedules.

    The extra-large front deck is another highlight of this home. Enjoy the outdoor seating, spend time playing family games, or relax in the coastal breeze after a day of island adventures. Inside, seven sleeping areas and an additional queen sleeper sofa provide a variety of arrangements for couples, children, and extended family members.

    With its generous living space, flexible sleeping options, and convenient location, Dolphin Bay is a welcoming home base for your next Port Aransas getaway.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    Primary Bedroom: Queen bed and private ensuite bathroom
    Second Bedroom: Queen bed and private ensuite bathroom
    Third Bedroom: Queen bed
    Fourth Bedroom: Queen bed
    Fifth Bedroom: Full bed
    Sixth Sleeping Area: Twin-over-full bunk bed
    Seventh Sleeping Area: Twin boat-shaped bed with twin trundle
    Living Area: Queen sleeper sofa
    Maximum Occupancy: Up to 16 guests.

    BATHROOMS
    Two bedrooms feature private ensuite bathrooms.
    Additional bathroom details were not specified in the provided property information.

    HOME FEATURES
    Over 3,000 square feet of living space
    Two separate living areas
    Full kitchen
    Additional kitchenette
    TVs throughout the home
    Free private Wi-Fi
    In-unit washer and dryer
    Flexible sleeping arrangements for large groups

    OUTDOOR FEATURES
    Extra-large front deck
    Outdoor seating
    Family games area on the deck
    BBQ grill
    PARKING
    Maximum of four vehicles permitted.
    Please plan accordingly if your group will be arriving in multiple vehicles.

    PET POLICY
    Dolphin Bay CV424 is pet-friendly and allows a maximum of two pets. Pet fees are based on the length of your stay:
    Stays of 1–29 days: $100 per pet plus a $25 cleaning fee
    Stays of 30 days or longer: $200 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee
    Please include your pets in your reservation and ensure all applicable pet fees are paid.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION
    Minimum stay: Two nights, increasing to three nights during the summer season and holidays.
    Age requirement: The primary guest must be at least 25 years old.
    Required documentation: A signed rental agreement and valid identification are required.
    Pets: A maximum of two pets is permitted, subject to applicable fees.
    Parking: Maximum of four vehicles.
    Payments: Klarna and Affirm payments are not accepted.
    Wi-Fi and cable: Service may be limited due to coastal conditions. These services are beyond our control, and service disruptions may occur.

    GUEST SERVICES
    Dolphin Bay CV424 is professionally managed by Port A Escapes to help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Your reservation includes:
    24/7 guest support
    Professional cleaning
    Pre-arrival inspection by a member of our team
    Clean towels and linens
    A well-equipped kitchen
    Starter supplies provided for your convenience until you can shop, including soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge

    THE CLEAN BED PROMISE
    Every sheet, towel, and comforter is washed after each stay at Port A Escapes' in-house professional laundry facility at temperatures exceeding 140°F.

    LOCATION
    Dolphin Bay CV424 is conveniently located in Port Aransas, Texas, near the beach, restaurants, shopping, and popular island attractions.
    Port Aransas Beach: Approximately 1 mile
    Horace Caldwell Pier: Approximately 2 miles
    Roberts Point Park: Approximately 2 miles
    Mustang Island State Park: Approximately 18 miles
    Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington in Corpus Christi: Approximately 40 miles

    GUEST FAQs
    How many guests can Dolphin Bay accommodate?
    Dolphin Bay can accommodate up to 16 guests, with seven designated sleeping areas and an additional queen sleeper sofa.

    Is the home suitable for large families or groups?
    Yes. The home offers over 3,000 square feet, two living areas, a full kitchen, a separate kitchenette, and flexible sleeping arrangements designed for group stays.

    How far is the beach?
    Port Aransas Beach is approximately 1 mile away, or about a 3-minute drive according to the property information.

    Does the home have outdoor gathering space?
    Yes. The extra-large front deck features outdoor seating, a family games area, and a BBQ grill.

    Is Dolphin Bay pet-friendly?
    Yes. Up to two pets are permitted. Pet fees and cleaning fees apply based on the length of your stay.

    How many vehicles can park at the property?
    A maximum of four vehicles is permitted.

    Does the home have laundry facilities?
    Yes. An in-unit washer and dryer are available.

    What is the minimum stay?
    The minimum stay is two nights, increasing to three nights during the summer season and holidays.

    What are the booking requirements?
    The primary guest must be at least 25 years old and provide a signed rental agreement and valid identification.

    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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About the area

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fisherman's Wharf and Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cave exploring. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean with waves crashing in the background.
    Port Aransas Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • University of Texas Marine Science Institute
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port Aransas Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    3 min drive
  • Port A Pizzeria
    3 min drive
  • Fins Grill & Icehouse
    15 min walk
  • Sip Yard
    8 min walk
  • Bier Haus
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t 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.

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Reviews

Expansive Coastal Retreat, Sleeps 16, 2 Living Areas, Huge Outdoor Deck, Close t Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for a group of 15, 8 adults and kids ranging from 13-3. The kids had their own “wing” and the adults were able to use the second living area to relax. The porch was so nice to sit out in the morning for coffee and in the evenings to wind down. Rooms downstairs were spacious and there were 3 bathrooms. Upstairs, bunk room was very nice and the second room was very small but efficient for what we used it for. Bathroom upstairs. There was another small kitchen upstairs that we didn’t use but a nice touch. The layout was unique but fun to figure out, especially for the kids. The stairs are spiral and metal so be careful with young ones but all our kids had no issues. I have seen comments about the drain in the shower upstairs. It was slow to drain but was not an issue for our 3 girls and myself. I did not use the showers downstairs. They had a lot of extras, sand toys, lots of towels, plates, cups, enough pots and pans that are very much used. The beds were stiffer than I prefer but that’s a me thing. There was a small board in between the living rooms that came off as soon as we got there and informed them right away. Location was great! I would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Group

Great place with plenty of room and areas. Any issues where handled within minutes by the manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for large groups.

This house was perfect for our large group of 16. We cooked a big dinner Saturday night and used one of the kitchens and the grill. There was plenty of space for everyone to eat. Everything was clean and we did not see one bug that was mentioned in previous reviews. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

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.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a comfy home and it was big enough for my big family and fur baby!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Port A escape

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: Great spot!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PERFECT!!!!!

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, Open plan, and great spot
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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