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The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days

Vacation home near Port Aransas Beach in Port Aransas

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101541 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmilla Beach Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Seaside stay .Stay at this Port Aransas vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Holiday Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Mustang Island Beach. Port Aransas Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mustang Island Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Whitecap Beach - 21 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days

THE RITZ TARPON | SCREENED PORCH + GATED COMMUNITY
Welcome to The Ritz Tarpon, your relaxing Port Aransas escape tucked inside the exclusive gated community of Village Walk. Designed for laid-back beach days, cozy nights under the stars, and easy family getaways, this beautifully styled coastal retreat delivers the perfect mix of comfort, charm, and island living.

Spend your mornings sipping coffee on the screened-in porch while enjoying the coastal breeze, spend your afternoons at the beach or lounging poolside, and wind down in the evenings gathered around the fire pit roasting marshmallows under the stars! Whether you're planning a family vacation, couples' getaway, fishing trip, or long weekend with friends, The Ritz Tarpon was built for relaxing and reconnecting.

Located just a short drive from the beach, restaurants, shopping, and local Port A favorites, this home gives you easy access to everything the island has to offer while still providing a peaceful place to unwind at the end of the day. The community pools are only steps away, and the screened porch quickly becomes everyone's favorite hangout spot after a day in the sun.

Inside, you'll find bright coastal décor, open gathering spaces, and comfortable sleeping arrangements designed for easy group vacations. From family dinners and game nights to slow mornings and sunset cocktails, this is the kind of beach house that instantly feels like vacation mode.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BOOKING
• A signed Property Management Rental Agreement Contract is mandatory upon booking.
• A copy of your driver's license is required to receive check-in instructions.
• Contracting guests of Port A Beach House Company must be 25 years of age or older.

BEACH GEAR CREDIT INCLUDED
•Stays of 3–21 nights include beach gear credit
•Choose bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, boogie boards
•Delivered straight to your rental (small fee may apply)

WHY GUESTS LOVE THE RITZ TARPON
• Located in the exclusive gated Village Walk community
• Huge screened-in porch
• Outdoor seating + fire pit for evenings under the stars
• Two community pools just steps away
• Bright coastal interiors
• Short drive to the beach
• Close to restaurants, shops, and island hot spots
• Perfect for families and group getaways

THE SPACE
This beautifully designed coastal home was made for comfortable beach vacations and memory-making island getaways.
Inside you'll find:
• Open kitchen, dining + living area
• Coastal-inspired décor throughout
• Spacious bedrooms
• Flat-screen TVs
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Washer + dryer
• Garage access
• Plenty of room for families and groups to spread out and relax

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 10)
• Primary Bedroom — King bed
• Second Bedroom — Twin-over-twin bunk + double bed
• Third Bedroom — King bed
Bathrooms:
• Two full bathrooms
• One-half bathroom
• Walk-in shower + shower/tub combo

OUTDOOR LIVING
• Screened-in porch with seating
• Balcony with chairs
• Fire pit
• Propane grill
• Outdoor shower
• Two community pools nearby

LOCATION NOTES
•No direct beach access from the home
•Nearest access: Beach Access Rd 1-A (~1 mile)
•Not walkable to the beach (short drive recommended)

PARKING + COMMUNITY RULES
•Parking for 3 vehicles (driveway only)
•Parking tags required (must be returned)
•No street parking or red zones
•No boats, trailers, RVs, or buses allowed
•Towing is strictly enforced

GOOD TO KNOW
•Check-in target: 4 PM (not guaranteed)
•Construction may be happening nearby
•Cable/WiFi provided as a convenience (outages may occur)
•Monthly pest control, but island conditions may include mosquitoes
•WiFi not suitable for remote work

CLEANING & CARE
•Professionally cleaned to CDC standards
•Towels provided for maximum occupancy
•Inspected prior to arrival

STARTER AMENITIES
•Hand/bath soap
•Dish soap
•Toilet paper
•Paper towels
•Dishwasher pods
•Trash bags
•Makeup wipes

WHAT TO BRING
•Beach/pool towels
•Sunscreen
•Shampoo & conditioner
•Beach gear (chairs, toys, umbrella)
•Food, drinks, coffee, etc.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,541 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets 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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Ritz Tarpon Vw 83 Aransas
481308
The RITZ Tarpon- VW 83 Port Aransas
The RITZ Tarpon- VW 83 Private vacation home
The RITZ Tarpon- VW 83 Private vacation home Port Aransas

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.3 mi (46-min drive) away from the Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 12-minute walk from Holiday Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Mustang Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Rtiz Tarpon | Porch Vibes + Beach Days to downtown Port Aransas?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Port Aransas.

Gated Village Walk | Screened Porch + Pool + Beach Gear Credit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S., Plano, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Family Getaway at the Ritz Tarpon Beach House

Our family of five had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Ritz Tarpon beach house! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by its prime location close to Port A shops and restaurants and the beach. Nestled in a quiet gated community, the serenity and privacy were just what we needed for a relaxing vacation. The house itself is beautifully decorated with charming beach decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. One of the highlights of our stay was the easy access to the beach. Just a short golf cart ride away! The two community pools were a great alternative for days we wanted a change of scenery. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals. In the evenings, we loved retreating to the closed-in sunroom with a good book – it quickly became our favorite spot in the house. The beds were very comfortable, and the convenience of driveway parking made coming and going effortless. Overall, the Ritz Tarpon beach house exceeded our expectations. It’s the perfect destination for a family seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Port A Trip

Perfect! Everything was exactly as advertised and worked great for our family! Every teenager had their own space. Footsteps to pool, short drive to beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family house!!

The house was perfect for my family! Teenagers stayed upstairs and mom and dad stayed downstairs with our baby. The gated community made us feel very safe. Beautiful neighborhood! We will definitely be back every summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022