Escape to a beachside paradise at IR170, where tropical bushes and the soothing sounds of waves create an unforgettable atmosphere. Relax in the spacious living room with wall-mounted flat-screen TV or step onto the private patio overlooking rolling dunes and enjoy access to two shared pools, charcoal BBQ pits, picnic areas, laundry facilities and two boardwalks leading directly to the beach.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10153 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach
Welcome to your dream beach vacation in this gorgeous condo which accommodates up to eight people. It is accessible on the first floor. Tropical bushes outside the front door put you in the beach mood right away. Walk into the large, modern kitchen, which is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, quartz counter tops, tile backsplashes, dishes, basic pots, pans and utensils you need. There is plenty of counter space for prepping on the huge island with a cooktop, and a separate bar with four stools. Adjacent to the bar is the dining table with bright green cushions seating six. There is bench seating along the wall for more to gather in this area. This room has a door to the huge private patio. Lounge in the living room on the overstuffed couches with matching accent armchairs and watch a movie on the wall-mounted flat-screen TV or gaze out at the dunes. The sliding glass doors lead to the patio. The rolling dunes are just across a short yard, and the Gulf is just behind those dunes. You can hear the waves and sea birds and smell the salt breezes. On the other side of the home are the bedrooms and bathrooms. The king-sized bed awaits you in the master bedroom (BR1) with nightstands, closet, accent chair, chest and wall mounted TV. The large window offers views of the dunes from bed. The ensuite bathroom is sparkling with double sinks and a separate stool and large, tile shower with a glass door. The walk-in shower is perfect for relaxation after a day at the beach. The guest bedroom (BR2) has two Queen-size beds with bedding in blue and green ocean tones a closet and chest for your beach apparel. The third bedroom (BR3) has 2 sets of custom- built Twin bunk beds so everyone can spread out with a nightstand and closet as well. The hall bathroom has extra counterspace, perfect for getting ready in the natural light from the window and tub with tile trim. There is also a stacking washer and dryer in this area. Large rooms and open spaces mean your guests can spread out as needed. This is the perfect getaway for a group of friends or a family gathering. Amenities include TV, Wi-Fi, access to Charcoal BBQ pits and picnic areas, laundry facilities, 2 boardwalks to the beach, 2 shared community pools.
Beds: BR1- 1 King Bed BR2- 2 Queen Beds BR3- 4 Twin Beds (2 sets of Bunk Beds)
Things to know: Parking Passes for 3 Vehicles Only (Third vehicle needs to park across from the building along the curb). Strictly NO PETS allowed. Subject to fine and removal from property Please bring coffee and filters Laundry detergent not provided.
Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information: 2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 9am – 10pm 2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station Basketball Court Tennis and Pickle ball court Sand Volleyball Playground Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex. Private Event Room - Call for details 24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated) Sorry, No Pets Allowed Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required All Vehicles require a parking pass. No Grilling within 20ft of any building
Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm
STR # 248338
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Rules
Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 area
Located in Port Aransas, this condo is on the beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach located?
Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Holiday Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pool, Boardwalk to the Beach Reviews
Reviews
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We enjoyed our stay with life in paradise! It was the perfect location with access to the beach as well as restaurants and shopping. Easy check in process and great front door parking. Will stay here again!
We stay at Island Retreat every year. This was the first time in this unit. We liked the extra space with the 4th bedroom. It was just a bit dusty in places and the floors were not very clean. May not have been cleaned for a while?? Also the main refrigerator was not working. A smaller refrigerator was there and we filled it up. One dining chair had a broken leg. We reported all this to onsite office- so hopefully all will be fixed before next visitors. We would definitely stay again…assuming a little TLC happens in the interim.
The unit was a great size. I loved that there were four bedrooms and plenty of space. They don’t mention the 4th bedroom, I suspect because it doesn’t have windows. It is just off the living room and has a small Murphy bed. The kitchen was fairly well appointed and had all we needed to cook. We were close to the pool and all of the outdoor amenities. The downside to the unit was the level of cleanliness. The floors were filthy. Your feet would literally be black without shoes. The furniture was dirty and cheap and ready to be replaced. At a minimum needed a good scrub. We washed all the bedding before using, because it looked suspect. Overall, we made due, did some of our own cleaning and had a good time. If management corrected the cleanliness of the unit, this would be an excellent value.
The condo was spacious for our friends and children. It was nice to be on the ground level. Walking to the beach was a little ways away, but not too bad. The beach was nice and clean. 1
The location was perfect! Right over the dunes to the beautiful beach. Short drives to any location. Spacious and comfortable living space. A few things need a little love (fan, frying pan, front light) As a whole it was a great place to stay and no crowds at the time of our stay. Very relaxing. Suggestion: leave some brochures of places of interest or a book for guests to write in about what their experiences or favorite places to visit or things to do were.
Mary K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael P.
2 Jul 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Family time
Overall goodtime easy access to beach and pool,kitchen was very useful and clean.would definitely stay again only issue was being able to contact someone about early check in(hour or so early) or late checkout(hour or so late)and if there was any handicap access.
This was conveniently located at the oceanside with a boardwalk down to the water, which we really enjoyed. The internet was difficult to use. The tech guy came out and tried to help but we basically ended up using our own mobile Hotspot because it still didnt work and we didnt want to bother him again. It was very clean and accommodations were nice.
Really enjoyed staying at this place! Short walk to the beach and was really close to the pool and tennis court as well. Not sure why the room off the living room isn't mentioned in the description. It acts as a 4th bedroom and was really nice to have with our group. Really appreciated the large amount of towels, soap and trash bags that were provided. Conveniently located to several nice restaurants, if you stay here, check out Port A pizzeria! You won't be disappointed! There was some noise a couple of days from construction going on in the unit above us, but that's not the owners fault. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Enjoyed Thanksgiving in this very spacious condo with ocean waves heard right outside the door. It is in need of items like a can opener, veggie steamer, pasta strainer, cooking utensils, basic glass wine glasses, more porch chairs and better shampoo and conditioner so pack your own. But considering the fair rental price and location we will return for sure . It is mainly tile floor without rugs and cleaning crew could do a better on getting dust balls and floor cleaner. We rented a golf cart through the rental agency but will rent elsewhere next time since we did not get the cart delivered until almost 4:00 and the lights did not work so we only had use of it for 1.5 hours but was charged a full days rental. :( All in all this unit is priced fairly.
This property is exactly as portrayed on the listing. It is spacious, clean, and has easy access to one of the pools and ocean. Even the tennis courts and playground area are a few steps away. There was ample parking for us and our family right in front of the condo. There are plenty dishes and cooking items. The only funny thing was only a few spoons in the cutlery drawer. I'm sure management will take care of that. Speaking of management, this was a very responsive group to work with. Every question from us had a response almost immidiately. Pleanty of bath towels but no beach towels. There is not a hairdryer now but again, I believe management will be providing one in the future. The AC and wifi worked perfectly. We really emjoyed the Seafood and Spaghetti Restaurant - delicious and huge servings. The best bread pudding we've ever had. For our family of 7, grandparents, daughter and SIL, and 3 kiddos - twin 6 year old girls and 12 year old young man, we found the condo and area to be just right for our short stay. Highly reccommend.
pj g.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
M.Leah T.
12 Jun 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Overall stay experience
Floors are very disgusting. If you have any crawler do not let them crawl on floor. Must walk in shoes or else your feet will be black with in an hour. Closet doors not on hinges, pans and utensils need to be updated. Couches also need a good cleaning have lots of spots and look black in some areas. Back sliding door broke wouldn’t lock had to have a piece of stick to keep secure.
The condo was great. First floor. Easy access to the beach. Was even bigger than we expected. There's a 4th bedroom right off of the living room, too. Kitchen is big with modern appliances. Washer and driver. There were five of us, but easily could have had 3 more people stay here comfortably. Would stay here again.
Weirdly they don’t tell you about a bedroom.
If you do the virtual tour closely you see it but wasn’t sure it was there until we got there.
Was a perfect place for us - location, bedrooms etc. Floor needs a good cleaning (we had a crawling baby). Would have been nice if there were out door chairs. Management showed up quickly when the door knob broke. Great property & amenities- pools, playground etc
I highly recommend Island Resort. This was our first family vacation to Port A, I loved that the beach was a short walking distance. They had everything you need in kitchen. My kids loved the pool. Very clean. Beautiful view. Definitely going to stay here again.
Overall a nice place on the beach for kids to play. The condo is showing age as patio doors very difficult to open, missing handles, furniture aging and kitchen very inadequate for cooking and eating in. Served our purpose as being right on beach though and a good time.
Loved the size and location of the unit. The kitchen was not well stocked though. The few pans that were there made the food stick and difficult to clean. There was no can opener, blender, steak knives or toaster. These are always in all condos we have stayed at down there. We used to own a condo at Port A and were required to furnish these items. The floors and rugs were not very clean when we got there but everything else was clean. There were 5 adults and none of us could get the ceiling fans to work without the lights on or the dishwasher. i ended up having to pull all the dishes out and wash by hand eventually. Again, we loved a lot about this condo and unit. With the few items discussed here that need to be fixed, we would stay again if they are fixed. Overall enjoyed our stay here