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Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount

Vacation home near Port Aransas Beach in Port Aransas

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A beach with a clear sky and ocean waves.
A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a dishwasher, and a central island with a sink.
A swimming pool with a blue light, surrounded by wooden chairs and a wooden fence.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a table, a blue building, and a clear sky.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and chair, a television, and a door leading outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121791 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellis Memorial Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪54 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 Port Aransas Beach. Horace Caldwell Pier and Mustang Island Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ellis Memorial Library - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount

PRIME LOCATION - PRIVATE POOL

4 bedroom 3 bath vacation rental located in the heart of Port Aransas 1/4 mile to the beach. Spacious, well equipped kitchen with granite counters, lots of cabinets and storage, open to living and dining area with high ceilings. Tile flooring throughout. Extensive decking in front and back of home to enjoy the sun and sea breeze. 2 master bedrooms and baths with King beds. Third bedroom with King bed and shares a bath with the fourth bedroom equipped as a bunk room with 3 bunk beds.

Plenty of covered parking under the house.

Rates quoted are for up to 8 guests. Accurate guest counts must be provided so that we can provide sufficient towels and linens and supplies. Additional guests are $25 per stay. Additional guest fees are charged on the check-in date. NOTE: The top bunks are for children less than 100 lbs. only. This house is ideally suited for 3 adults couples and some children therefor we recommend no more than 6 adults in the house.

Sand Castle Drive is a lively street with direct access to the beach. Easy golf cart access to town and the beach. Easy walk to the beach!

Discounted cart rental!! ($95 per day collected on the check-in day.)

Private pool heated for free Nov-March.

All outdoor areas are covered by security cameras and record any time motion is detected.

Rates quoted are for up to 8 guests per home. No more than 12 guests may be in each of our homes at any time. Guests in excess of 8 total per home are charged at $25 per night per guest upon check-in. Accurate guest counts must be provided so that we can provide sufficient towels and linens and supplies.

This house is ideally suited for 3 adults couples and some children therefor we recommend no more than 8 adults in the house if the party is adults only, or no more than 6 adults if there are children coming.

The top bunks are for children less than 100 lbs. only.

Gas grills are provided. Some properties have propane grills. We leave a couple propane tanks at the house for the grill, but there is no practical way to keep them filled, so propane is not guaranteed. Like most properties on the island, we employ the honor system, as we do not and can not monitor them. If you drew the short straw and the gas runs low or out on you, take the cylinder and pay an exchange at IGA, CVS, Ace, or Stripes. It should be around $25.

Grill cleaning is guest responsibility. If you use any of the outdoor cooking equipment, it needs to be cleaned and the drip pans emptied and ready for the next guest. We do not and can not clean the grills and boiling pots between guests. Please use paper towels and the metal grill brushes to clean the grills, not our linens or our pool cleaning equipment. If you leave the grill or boiling pot dirty for the next guest you will be charged per the rental agreement. If you check in and find the grill dirty send us pictures and we will send you $25. NOTE: Dirty is excessive food particles or full grease catch pans or actual food left in the boiling pot, not a little grease residue or a little rust on the grill or grates.

Golf Cart usage is subject to terms and conditions that are in the home rental agreement. You must complete the home rental agreement (which includes the provisions for the golf cart) including full contact details and you must text any operator's driver's license and proof of insurance to us before they operate our cart. Golf cart access and operating instructions will be provided the day of your arrival if you have opted to rent the cart and have provided credit card information.

We heat the pool Nov 1 to Mar 31 to 90 degrees. Heating to higher temperatures and other times can be arranged for a fee. The pools are serviced twice a week and will require occasional closures to allow chemicals to dissipate. This is usually no more than a couple hours.The pool is cleaned on Tuesdays and Fridays and tested for proper and safe chemicals. Sometimes the water isn’t perfectly clear but that does not mean it is unsafe to use. There may be occasional algae growth on the pool walls or steps, or debris or sand blowing in from the beach and landscaping. These do not constitute the pool being dirty. Skimmers and brushes are provided if Guest wants to remove them between regularly scheduled cleanings. Please do not let your children use play with these. Our pool service company will notify you if the pool is unsafe to use. There are no refunds for occasional pool closures for cleaning, repairs or maintenance, “cloudy” water, if pool temperature is undesirable, or other minor issues with the pool.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 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
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Evidence of smoking or vaping on or in the propert

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,791 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

Rules

No pets / No Smoking / No parties or events / QUIET HOURS 10PM to 10AM / Check-in time is AFTER 4PM, not guaranteed at 4PM.
RENTAL AGREEMENT REQUIRED. A $1000 per house security hold will be placed on your card 5 days before check-in and released 5 days after checkout.
You must text driver's license and proof of insurance for anyone operating our golf cart. Cart fees will be charged to the card on file.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Evidence of animals on or in the property will res

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Infants/toddlers must wear swim diapers in the poo

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Evidence of smoking or vaping on or in the propert

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 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
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. 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. 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 Registration Number 523939

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Holiday Beach and 1.7 mi (5-min drive) from Port Aransas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount to downtown Port Aransas?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Port Aransas.

Sandbar Retreat - Private Pool - Cart Discount Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Clean house located to the beach was perfect and the communication was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay for Family of 6

The house was clean, well stocked, and very close to the beach. We had crummy weather during our stay so we’re very thankful for the heated pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

The place is amazing we had a great experience again, our second year renting this place for our anual family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sandbar retreat

Wonderful house! Had everything we needed and the owner was very accommodating!! Would definitely come here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

Amazing place. Quick response from the owners. Heated pool was plus and the house was amazing and had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sandcastle

Beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Trip 2020

The house was exactly as expected and in an awesome location! The golf cart was perfect for our group. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

FANTASTIC TIME

POOL AND GOLF CART WERE THE ICING ON A GREAT CAKE OF A TRIP. LOCATION IS A+, HOUSE IS A+, HOSTS ARE A+ HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic. Clean, well-kept and the hosts were incredible w support and communication. Our biggest concern came from the location (and the only reason I couldnt do 5 stars). Keep in mind the house is right on a main "Beach Access" road, which means it gets very busy. If you plan to spend most of your time at the water or are looking for a party vibe, it's an amazing location.However, if you enjoy things a bit quieter, you may want to look elsewhere. We stayed over Spring Break week and there was noisy traffic up and down that road past 3 am.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay in Port A

Very nice property, has everything we needed. Very close to beach access with plenty of parking space. Property manager was very responsive to any issues or questions. Golf cart was a bonus. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite House Yet

We’ve been staying in Port Aransas for years and this was by far our favorite house. Loved the king beds and TVs in every room and the pool and golf cart were a huge plus as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful clean Home

We really enjoyed our family vacation thank to this house, it has everything can possibly need. Super close to the beach and everything else such as restaurants, souvenir stores, and local grocery store. We definitely recommend it for an all adult vacation and or a family vacation. We’re looking forward to booking this home again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

The house is fully remodeled and is gorgeous. Close proximity to the beach with a fun golf cart. The pool is also great. It rained most of the time we were there so we spent most of our time inside and in the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Solid 5 Star Stay!

We stayed during the week of spring break and it could not have been a more perfect location! The beach was maybe a .25 mile walk, which insulated us from the noise beach drive spring breakers but was close that we walked the beach every morning! The house was perfect! So clean, so well stocked! Trash bags, dishwasher pods, towels, beach toys, a few beach chairs… it was everything they advertised and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family house!

60 seconds from the beach!! Perfect house for our family vacation. More than enough room for everyone. Home included towels, beach towels, kitchen essentials and everything else you can think of. After day 1 we said we plan on staying here again next summer. The best part was having a golf cart included and huge private pool!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, perfect location!

If you're looking for the perfect beach house for your family, this is it. Large open area for cooking and dining, large bedrooms with comfy beds, clean home, great communication with the owners and a HEATED POOL! The pool was a huge hit with our boys, (4 & 6) they enjoyed that it was heated on those cool December nights! Plenty of parking at this home as well! We are looking forward to returning this summer and staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Overall great place. Very short distance to beach, private pool was nice, enjoyed the golf cart take family to beach(your not getting sand in your car), outside patio areas were a bit dirty, in the shared bathroom toilet seat was broken and so was the lock to the backyard, it was great for the owners to communicate that the place had everything you needed, pots, pans, one grill with propane the other charcoal AND boiling pot for crab boil! I can see myself come back to this beach house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Look no further!

We couldn't have been more happy with our accommodations. The location was unbeatable. Very convenient to the beach (nice if you forget something while on the beach and needed to run back) and everything in town. The house has everything you need to cook and everything was in working condition. The beds were very comfortable, one thing I always look for in comments when I am looking to rent. It was clean as a whistle and AC worked great. I would definitely rent again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sun, Fun, and a Fab stay on the beach

We LOVED our stay at the Sandbar Retreat. The property was so clean and comfortable. They had so many things provided in the kitchen, for the beach, and even some pantry staples. The beds were comfortable, there was plenty of hot water for lots of showers, and the kitchen appliances were in great working order. The owner was helpful with information and tips prior to our trip and clear about how to manage the pool and golfcart so we could keep them in the nice condition we found them. We had two families with a total of 6 children and we all fit comfortably and found it to be a great home, close to the beach, and well appointed. I would recommend this to others...or keep a secret for ourselves because we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Location and home -we plan to return!

We had a great stay. This home was beautiful, clean, comfortable and very user friendly. We would set up our spot on the beach a we were only a quick approximately three minute Golf Kart ride from the house. Very convenient and easy going back and forth from beach to house for more towels, flips flops, baby naps etc. When we had smalls issues/questions, the owners were incredibly quick to respond and very helpful. The house very comfortably accommodated our family and also has lots of parking space under house for our three cars. Our family has been coming to Port Aransas for three generations and this is now one of our favorite places we have stayed. Thanks Thomas for having us share your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Disneyworld at the Beach

I had to cancel my trip to Disneyworld with kids & grandchildren due to COVID 19 so I decided on Disneyworld at the Beach...had a few issues upon check in but owner was quick to respond and take care of everything. We decorated the home with Disney theme and had an awesome time..the house is equipped with pretty much everything to cook every meal...plenty of sleeping room and great to have 3 bathrooms..no waiting!! Beach was close enough to walk but having a golf cart was great to haul beach toys and accessories with lugging them on the walk...deck was awesome at night to sit and watch all the activity going on back and forth on the streets...We had an awesome family vacation and plan to make this a yearly tradition now. I highly recommend this home for a family vacation spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent - THE BEST!

We loved our stay at Sandbar Retreat and Port A (first timers) for Spring Break! We normally go to Florida, this was our first time on the Texas gulf. The home exceeded our expectations. In fact, it is one of the best homes we have ever stayed in and the host, Thomas, is above the "WOW" factor in providing great communication to allow vacationers to enjoy their stay while he takes care of ensuring everything runs smoothly. Sandbar Retreat is very roomy, clean, well-stocked, and in a good location to travel to the beach and around town. We had teen girls with us, and they enjoyed the heated pool. Having the golf cart was an added bonus to get to the beach and around Port A,. On recommendation made by the host, we ate dinner at Fins, it did not disappoint. We only regret not staying a day longer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing communication- great hosts!

The property is very well stocked with everything you would need. The hosts even leave soap, shampoo and makeup wipes just like a hotel. There are more than enough (very large white) towels for everyone for showers and bathing. They have a nice selection of beach towels. We have stayed at many VBRO properties and this one is at the top for hospitality. The internet was fast enough my husband and I could work, our son played video games and we could still stream on the tv. The pool is much larger than the pictures depict, and as a bonus it was 90 degrees. The pool is clean and you have plenty of privacy from neighbors. We had a couple of questions throughout the stay and the hosts responded immediately. They were kind and very accommodating. The washer and dryer are new (the pictures show older ones) and they are very large and perfect for washing large loads after a visit to the beach. Our family will be back - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Bream Trip

Overall stay was great! Just a few things that could have made it better. We checked in on Friday. The ice maker didn’t work and outlets in all three bathrooms didn’t work. Property manager said he would send someone over Monday to fix it. He gave us the code to the closest so we could get electricity in the bathrooms. There was chewed gum on the bunk room wall. We told him and he said he would send the cleaning company over. He never did. The gum stayed on the wall the entire time we were there. The pool was cold the first two days. We had to message him and he told us he had to recycle it. It was warm the remainder of our stay. It has a Nest thermostat that has previous settings applied. It got up to 75 the first two nights we were there. He said he would log in and reset the thermostat. This took two days. The location was great! Close to beach and town. The golf cart did not have working seat belts or turn signals. The noise was loud on the weekends.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amazing property. So close to the beach. We definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026

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