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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool!

OLEANDER HOUSE | PRIVATE POOL + PET FRIENDLY + COASTAL CUTIE (SLEEPS 12)

Welcome to Oleander House, a one-of-a-kind Port Aransas ranch home built in 1957 and full of timeless charm. Once featured in the Garden Club's first home tour, this classic coastal gem has been thoughtfully remodeled to preserve its original craftsmanship while adding fresh, beachy updates that make it feel bright, welcoming, and truly special. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Oleander House is the perfect home base for family vacations, friend getaways, and memory-making weekends on the island. The backyard is made for sunny days and slow afternoons, featuring a large private pool and a fenced-in yard so your furry companions can enjoy the vacation too. Whether you're floating under the Texas sun, grilling dinner after a beach day, or rinsing off in the outdoor shower, Oleander House is the kind of stay that feels relaxed, comfortable, and effortlessly coastal.
We do have the pool serviced twice a week on Monday and Friday and we do our best to keep sand out of the pool. Because we are right next to the dunes, inevitably you will probably see some sand at the bottom of the pool.

MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT

• Rental Agreement required after booking
• Copy of driver's license required to receive check-in instructions
• Primary booking guest must be 25+
GOLF CART RENTAL INFO
• Add a 6-seater golf cart to your booking
• We are your one-stop shop
• The perfect way to experience island life and enjoy fun, easy beach access

BEACH GEAR CREDIT INCLUDED

As a gift to you, this home offers beach gear credit for you to select top-quality beach gear for your vacation stay. You can choose from items including bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, boogie boards, and more. Simply select your gear at least 48 hours before your scheduled check-in date and VayK Gear will take care of the rest. Please note, a small delivery fee may apply.
Winter Texan friendly! Contact our office for rates!

CONDO FEATURES

• House, one story, no elevator
• Pet friendly for an additional $125 per pet (max 2)
• Parking for two standard vehicles
• Bedrooms located near the rear of the home
• Kitchen, dining, and living area
• Flat-screen TVs
• Washer and dryer in unit
• Two kayaks
• Life jackets
• Hair dryer
• Iron and ironing board
• Vacuum
• Box fan

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS (SLEEPS 12)

• First bedroom: Queen size bed
• Second bedroom: Queen size bed
• Third bedroom: Queen size bed, twin over twin bunk bed
• Fourth bedroom: Queen size bed, twin size bed
• Two full bathrooms: Walk-in shower

KITCHEN AND DINING

• Fully equipped kitchen with basic essential needs
• Dining room table seating for six
• Breakfast bar seating for three
• Standard coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker
• Toaster
• Blender
• Mixer

EXTERIOR

• Patio with chairs
• Private pool
• Outdoor shower
• Propane grill
• Not within walking distance to the beach (25+ minute walk)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• A two-night minimum stay is required
• Check-in time is approximate; housekeeping and maintenance make all attempts to be ready by 4 PM but there is no guarantee
• Starter set includes two trash bags, dish soap, two dish-washing pods, one toilet paper roll per bathroom, one paper towel roll, and mini toiletry supplies
• Starter items are intended for one night only and we will not resupply the home
• Construction is always happening somewhere in Port Aransas; we can't guarantee you won't hear or see construction, building, or community improvement projects during your stay
• Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time
• No refunds are provided for outages of cable/WIFI or if the city pool is closed for cleaning, repair, or maintenance
• Please remember you are on an island; mosquitoes/pests can be plentiful several times per year
• Our properties are treated by a professional pest control service every month
• WiFi is not compatible with guests working remotely during their stay. We do not guarantee a good connection due to spotty internet on the island

COMPLIMENTARY STARTER AMENITIES

• Hand/bath soap
• One toilet paper roll per bathroom
• One paper towel roll
• Two dishwasher pods
• Two trash bags
• One make-up wipe per bathroom
THINGS TO BRING
• Beach/pool towels
• Shampoo and conditioner
• Sunscreen
• Beach gear, toys, chairs, umbrella
• Food, condiments, oils and spices, coffee, etc.

Max occupancy is 12 and regulated by City ordinance. STR #293053

​​​​​​​• WiFi is not compatible with guests working remotely during their stay. We do not guarantee a good connection due to spotty internet on the island

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 and a deadlock

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves, while Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Nature Preserves - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Roberts Point Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Virginia's on the Bay - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Castaway’s Seafood & Grill - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool!?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool! on 29 July 2026 start from NZ$1,053, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic Port A Home! Pet Friendly and HUGE Private Pool! located?

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Museum and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family - 4 generations! The pool was awesome, location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
We’re so glad to hear our home was the perfect fit for your family getaway! Hosting 4 generations together is such a special treat, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed the pool and location. We’d love to welcome you all back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible experience will be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you had an incredible experience and can’t wait to welcome you back for your next stay! 🌴
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josi H.

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

Great Stay

Location was amazing. Pool was the highlight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2025
Thank you so much! We're thrilled to hear you loved the location and that the pool was a highlight of your stay. We'd love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Vacation at Oleander

Had a wonderful time. Enjoyed the private pool and the location is in the center on everything. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the private pool and the convenient location. It means a lot that you'd choose to stay with us again, we’d love to host you anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa R.

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

Oleander house in Port Aransas

The property was well suited to our family. We enjoyed our stay and were quite comfortable. Would recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2021
We are SO HAPPY to here you had a great memorable stay!! We look forward to having you back again!! ~ Port A Beach House Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Beach House

House was awesome! Just right for our big family! Spacious clean and stocked with everything we needed. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2023
Hi Christina! Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are so happy to hear you guys had a great time and loved the home! We look forward to hosting you again in the future, take care! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

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

Summer VACATION

Stay was good. Dryer took a while to dry clothes but everything else was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2023
Hi Emma! We’re so happy to hear you guys loved the home and had a great vacation! Looking forward to hosting you again. Take care! :)
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

College graduation

The stay was nice and was in a great location. It was a nice cozy home and would stay again. The parking is very limited if you drive big trucks but the office aloud us to use there parking for the extra vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Hello Brian thank you so much for your review, were so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Perfect vacation

House was clean and well located, close to all the restaurants and golf cart rental companies as well as beach. Pool was beautiful and the fenced yard was perfect for the dog. Decor was so nicely done, perfect beach house with everything you could need. Rental company was extremely helpful when I couldn’t figure out the lock code/door situation (today my fault).
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2023
Hi Kimberly! We're so happy to hear you loved the home and y'all had a great vacation! We look forward to hosting you again. Take care! :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Oleander house

Although the property is old and the pool looks larger than it is, me and my 7 friends found the house well kept and the pool very enjoyable. It is close to shopping and the beach. Whenever we return to Port Aransas, we will certainly try to get this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hello Thank you for your great review, were so glad you enjoyed your stay. We love when our guests return. We pride ourselves on our customer service and quality of the guests stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Great

I loved this location but I didn't like that it only had 2 bathrooms and the door to the bedroom we stayed in didn't close properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Hi Amanda, Thank you for making us aware that the door doesn't close properly. I have sent maintenance out and they have fixed the door. We are glad you loved the location! Thank you! Allie Port A Beach House CO.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna F.

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

Great house with plenty of room

We loved this rental, the pool was the best thing ever. The house was stocked with everything you'd need! If you're staying longer than a few days definitely bring extra supplies like they recommend. It was very clean, the pool and yard was well kept. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and everything was very comfortable. Wifi was a little slow but we used a hot spot to stream movies off our Roku stick. We'll be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Hi Brianna! Thank you for your review! Come back and sea us soon! Allie Port A Beach House Co.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carlos O.

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

Oleander Stay

The house on line looked great, We discovered that looks can be deceiving. The back yard was Abutting to A yard that had weeds 7 yo 8 ft tsll, Mosquitoes everywhere. Cackaroaches were all over the Yard, we found a few in the shower, kitchen, living room it was just not like we thought and there was a Moldy Musk, smell im sure from moisture under the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback. I’m truly sorry to hear that your experience wasn’t what you had hoped for. We do have the home professionally sprayed for pests on a monthly basis, but unfortunately, we don’t have control over the condition of the neighboring yard, which can sometimes contribute to mosquito activity and other pest concerns. The home is older, which may contribute to the musky smell you noticed, but we will have our housekeeping and maintenance teams follow up to ensure everything is properly cleaned and inspected for any underlying issues. We genuinely appreciate you bringing this to our attention and are sorry that your stay didn’t meet expectations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

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

Great house

The home was exactly as advertised with plenty of space for our family. The saltwater pool is small but it was enough for the grandkids to have a great time. The only draw back was the refrigerator. They have a sign on it that tells you it will take up to 2 days for your food to cool down. For the cost the least that could happen is the refrigerator be cold upon arrival. The gate going from the backyard to the drive doesn’t latch properly so if you bring a dog you’ll need to constantly supervise them while outside or they can get out if they bump the gate slightly. Those were the ONLY negatives.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Jackie we're so glad that you enjoyed the house, and your grandkids were able to enjoy it. The fridge is always cold but there are times when it gets opened and closed time, and again so it may take a bit to catch up from being warmed with it being opened up so much. also i will speak to maintenance about the gate needing repaired thank you for bringing it to our attention.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

Mini vaca

Awesome experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2023
Hi Maria! Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are so happy to hear you guys had a great time! We look forward to hosting you again, take care!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
House is well maintained and very centrally located
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson G.

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

Beach fun

Great property. Close to restaurants. Fun neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nina R.

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

Great family week!

We enjoyed our week at this house! It has everything we needed and the right amount of rooms and space. We liked the almost 1-story layout and the backyard area a lot. As much as I would recommend it, there are a couple of things that need attention. The cold water faucet doesn't turn on in the queen bed side, the left queen bedroom door doesn't shut, and both of the shower curtain liners need to be cleaned or replaced. They are so mildewy. I do have to say when the patio lights were broken when we arrived, (management already knew and didn't say anything until we notified them,) they were fixed by the pretty quickly after asking about them. The areas around the vents are in serious need of dusting or more. Lastly, one of the plugs in the tub bathroom doesn't work. Although these details need attention, we would definitely rent this house again. The proximity to the beach, stores, and restaurants were perfect. It's a little more expensive than we would like to pay because you can get these same perks at less expensive spots, but we weren't disappointed in the end. Please don't price yourself out of our league. Thanks for a great week!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley C.

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

Summer Stay

The property is nice, the bedroom are a good size, good enough for a family of nine. Pool was refreshing and clean, the bbq pit was dirty but we ended up buying one. The power went out for a couple of hours due to the weather and the power line. Property manger responds promptly with any questions or concerns I had. Travel time from the property to the beach is within 5-7 mins, not far at all. The property in general is a great place to stay minus the couple of roaches we spotted.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kriss B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Not a "Mistake"

We usually travel once a year to Port A. This house was very nice, but we knew we were traveling a little early in the season and the weather was cold. BEFORE I rented the house, I contacted Port A Beach Company by email and asked if the pool was heated. They replied "Yes". I then sent a reply explaining why it was important. I don't believe they even read that email. They said there was a mistake, I say it was negligence. Either way, there was no compensation and they really didn't even want to talk to me. It was a cloudy, cool week, the water in the pool and at the beach was cold. I feel that I was lied to and will be very careful to not rent from them in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina E.

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

Family Reunion

My father recently passed away and so we came to sprinkle his ashes in the ocean. This was a lovely home for us to be able to get together as family. It is one block off of the main street that goes through town so we were secluded and quiet yet everything was within one or two blocks of the house. It had a huge open Concept family area and plenty of outside access to the backyard. This gave us a wonderful flow for grilling and serving meals and individual gathering. The bathrooms were easily accessible and it has a beautiful covered porch that is fully shaded in the afternoon and the backyard is mostly shaded in the mornings. Tons of amenities were available to us for cooking in the kitchen As well as lots of storage for food so that we didn’t have clutter. The one thing I would ask for would be more towels. The house sleeps 12 yet maid service put three towels in each bathroom. Overall a wonderful experience and a spectacularly beautiful and updated home. We truly felt like someone’s guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2020
Oleander House is a great home. We are SO HAPPY to here you had a great memorable stay!! We look forward to having you back again!! ~ Port A Beach House Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra M.

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

Great place!

We have been renting homes in Port A for 20 years. The house was lovely and comfortable. The pool and back deck was was wonderful.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2021
We are SO HAPPY to here you had a great memorable stay!! We look forward to having you back again!! ~ Port A Beach House Family

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