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Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach

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Ready. Set. Relax. - Your vacation starts the minute you step inside Pearl Marlin. Enjoy!
Make a Splash! - Don't feel like riding a big wave in the ocean? Take a dip in the Sea Sands community pool instead.
Living Room Area
Living Room Area
Living Room Area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Holiday Beach
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Horace Caldwell Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Half bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach

Welcome to Pearl Marlin, a beautifully renovated two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath vacation rental condo in Port Aransas, Texas that comfortably sleeps 10 guests. Located in the heart of this beloved beach town, Pearl Marlin places you just a quick 3-minute walk from the sand via private boardwalk access, making it an ideal coastal escape for families and friends. This spacious two-story retreat blends modern upgrades with relaxed island charm for a memorable stay.

At Pearl Marlin, enjoy Gulf breezes from two walk-out patio decks overlooking the sparkling community pool, or unwind among lush, manicured grounds complete with barbecue grills and private tennis courts. Whether sipping morning coffee on the balcony or gathering in the evenings under the coastal sky, this Port Aransas vacation rental condo offers inviting outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and connection.

Inside, Pearl Marlin features an open-concept living area with wood-tile floors, quartz countertops and a fully equipped kitchen perfect for shared meals. The 60-inch TV anchors the cozy living room, which also includes two sleeper sofas and two rollaway beds, allowing up to 6 guests to rest comfortably in this flexible space. Two primary suites each offer private, newly updated bathrooms, with one featuring a king bed and private patio access and the other a queen bed and TV/DVD setup for movie nights.

Beyond the property, Port Aransas invites you to explore its pristine beaches, fishing excursions, water sports and vibrant shops and restaurants. Known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” it’s a haven for anglers and beach lovers alike.

Book your stay at Pearl Marlin today and experience the ultimate island getaway. City of Port Aransas Registration: 200016265

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3051241vb
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

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Nature Preserves - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?

As of 27 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach on 26 October 2026 start from NZ$466, 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 Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pearl Marlin | Shared Pool, Boardwalk to Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Steven R.

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

Stay

Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cassie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good. Just would been nice to have enough towels for all 8 that it sleeps. Also could have benefited from having a cookie sheet and full size pan to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 December 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you pointing out the towel supply and kitchen essentials. Please reach out to us during your stay so we can supply you with necessary items. We want to be sure our guest has necessary items are available for an enjoyable stay. Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

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

Comfortable Condo

We enjoyed our stay at the Pearl Marlin. The condo was very clean and comfortable. We had a minor issue with the cable tv and lack of batteries in the remote. The management team arrived within minutes of being contacted. I was impressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback on your stay at the Pearl Marlin. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the clean and comfortable condo. We appreciate you bringing the cable TV and remote control issues to our attention, and we're glad our management team was able to resolve them promptly. Your feedback helps us continue improving the guest experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Silver Sand

Our property was very dirty and filthy, my wife and I spent two hours cleaning and sanitizing the unit and shower heads just so that we could use them/it. There was no ocean front nor ocean view and the boardwalk wasn’t accessible from the unit. I will never stay at that location again and I will never use Silver Sand for any of my future needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
We're sorry to hear we couldn't meet your expectations, Ed. Additionally, we've reviewed this reservation as a team for training purposes, as we're committed to consistently delivering a five-star experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Rainy Start, Great Finish!

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: The condo was very comfortable and exactly what we expected from the pictures. The only issue we had was the wrong password for the wifi but Silver Sands sent someone over immediately and helped us fix the issue. The condo is right on 11th street and about a five minute walk to the boardwalk to the beach. It is very conveniently located to all the local attractions. We arrived during a small tropical depression which made the walk to the beach muddy and and the mosquitoes aggressive. But we got to eat at all of our favorite restaurants in spite of the rain. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Hi David. We are so happy to hear that you were able to enjoy your stay despite the invasion of the mosquitoes and the rain. We do hope to see you again when the sun is shining and you can enjoy the outdoors a little more. Thank you for coming to visit!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

April R.

Last Minute Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We didn't plan our vacation until two weeks prior so there weren't many available places at Port A by that point. Luckily we found this condo. The price was great and the place is decent. Few issues - the couch is cracked and peeling, the flooring in one bedroom is badly warped and there is sort of a musty smell. All(except the couch), I'm sure, are from the storm and the fact the lower floor condos haven't been completed yet. Other than those things the condo was clean and looks freshly renovated. The pool area is nice and the grounds are well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Hello, April. Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your stay. You are correct about the fact that we are still dealing with remodeling after the hurricane. In this particular condo, the floor is being replaced tomorrow afternoon. We apologize for any and all inconveniences you may have incurred. We hope you understand that we are rebuilding and remodeling to bring all of our properties up to Silver Sands standards and that you come to visit us again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Bob V.

Pearl Marlin unit great.......service not so much

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Pearl Marlin unit itself was great, exactly as described. The management, not so much. It started with 4 phone calls asking for early check in...did not get in till 4 on a Friday afternoon , when we noticed no wifi. No service till Sun afternoon. We even had trouble finding it, the office said "right down the street", it was, but address was in 4 inch high letters, actually went to wrong unit (same number) . A map with some detail might help. As I said, unit was fine, but overall property management could be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you so much for taking your time to write a review for us. We were happy that you were able to enjoy The Pearl Marlin. I apologize for the problems you had during your stay. I have tried to call you to find out about why you had so many problems getting an early check in. An early check-in can be a hit or miss deal. In order to receive an early check in, we have to have the approval from the head house keeper. We want you to be able to go into a nice clean home. I'm not sure if that may have been the case or not. For future reference, we do have maps that will take you directly from our office to the property you are staying at. Again, I apologize you were not given one but wanted you to know to please ask for one on your next visit so it will make finding your home a more pleasurable experience. Please know that we care very much about your feedback and take it very seriously. We have our main number you can reach us at between 9:00am and 5:00pm and then we also have our emergency number that you can reach maintenance between 5:00pm to 9:00am. I hope this helps you with your next stay and that we are able to see you soon so you can have a better experience. Thank you, again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Comfort and Cleanliness

Really enjoyed our stay!! Arrived a couple hours previously than planned. A quick text to management and Logan arranged an hour prior to check in for us. We live a couple of hours from Port A and will definitely stay at this location again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
We are so glad you all enjoyed the stay at the rental! Thank you for being such an amazing guest. We hope to have you back again and appreciate the feedback -Bella
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Shelly P.

Great location - housekeeping issues

We loved the location and the space but I do not think housekeeping cleaned prior to our visit. The first floor where the pull-out couch is, the sheets were dirty with stains on them. The second floor, one of the bathrooms had a used soap bar and the bed had sand in the sheets. The other bedroom had a blood stain on the comforter and the floor was covered in sand. I know being near the water, roaches are common but this unit had issues. Another problem was our door code stopped working and we had to call the management company. While on the phone with them we told them we believe the battery is going out. We waited about an hour for someone to show up who tried the code and said I need to get a key to let you in. He left and came back 30 minutes later again with no key, but had a screwdriver and busted open the door. We are not ones to complain but we feel these issues need to be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. We deeply apologize that you had to deal with those issues, there is no excuse as to why you were not able to enjoy the stay. We will be sure to do better in communicating and cleanliness, know that we do care about our guests and don't ever want to lose trust. Someone will be notified about all of this so we can correct what was wrong. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

4 Star

The unit was nice and perfect for our family. Hats off to Silver Sands for getting a maintenance man and ac guy there quickly to fix the ac. We would stay there again! Thanks!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Caitlin M.

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

Cute condo but only 3 stars for me

Upon arrival, the condo looked just like the pictures. It was decorated cute and overlooks the pool. They had plenty of dishes and cookware. It didn’t feel as clean as we expected though. The floors were very dirty. Bring your own wash cloths as they only give you 1 per bathroom. There were plenty of bath towels. One of the biggest concerns was the entire time we stayed here, we felt sick. It was like a cold or allergies but only experienced the symptoms in the condo, especially at night. We woke up with sore throats and stuffed up nose but symptoms would disappear within minutes of leaving. It makes me wonder if there was mold. I don’t think we will rent a place over a shared pool again. There was loud partying and music that went on until 1-2am every night. There’s no after hours contact so you pretty much have to deal with it. It would have been nice to have an in unit washer and dryer. With the current quarter shortage, it was impossible to find anywhere to get quarters. We enjoyed our visit to Port A. Silver Sands was very pleasant to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Hello! We just wanted to thank you for leaving a review, this helps us learn what we can do better to service you and other guests. We deeply apologize that you had to deal with those issues, there is no excuse as to why you were not able to fully relax during the stay. We do our best to make sure everything gets taken care of as soon as we know about it, we will make sure to be better about cleanliness and communication. Someone will be notified about all of this so we can correct what was wrong. We hope you choose to stay with us again so we can make up for this experience! -Bella
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gabina V.

Super cute clean house

My family of 4 and my self stayed here. It was so clean and well maintained. The kitchen was fully loaded with everything you need. The living room was so beautiful, welcoming and inviting. Alot of natural light. Beautifully ocean theme decorated place. It has 2 balconies. Pool view. Really clean restrooms one in each room and a 3rd one downstairs. Fully stocked w plenty of towels. Walking distance to the beach. We definitely recommend you to stay. 10 stars.Its super cute, cozy and spacious. We loved it. Will be definitely coming here soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Friends & Family Beach Fun

The on call maintenance tech was super patient with us as we were a late check in. Super clean, spacious & conveniently located condo, We will definitely consider rebooking for future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
So glad you enjoyed the trip Diane, please feel free to call our office with any questions before booking your next stay so we can make sure it's an even better experience -Bella
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

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

Very nice weekend

We really enjoyed everything here but the Wi-Fi didn’t work. Also, a place to rinse sandy chairs from the beach would be helpful. If there is a hose we couldn’t find it. But we definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elise S.

Marlin Pearl

We loved this condo. Spacious, clean, great location. Kitchen was well stocked. Plenty of linens. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony overlooking the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Elise, We appreciate your feedback and are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back to visit soon. Bella SSVR
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Darrell And Karen R.

Nice place to stay

This condo was nicely furnished, quiet and well maintained. Too many steep stairs for us but as long as you don't mind stairs it's a great place. Our only issue was with the separate laundry facility, we prefer units with washer/dryer included. We didn't have any problem with the washers being in use but it was hard to find quarters. The Sea Sands office didn't keep any on hand.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Perfect location

Home is beautifully decorated and very clean.Location is near anything you wish to do on the island.Would stay again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

La Fredia S.

Great Atmosphere

We really enjoyed our stay and we will be back again in the near future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was nice,clean and location was 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: Lots of fun. I never expect how close by is From where we live.thank you very much.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Renee K.

Get your stair steps in!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Be ready to walk up stairs, lots of stairs, bedrooms are on the 3rd floor. over all not bad, big enough kitchen to work around.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location and Sparking Clean!

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 had a wonderful experience at the Blue Marlin. We were very impressed with how clean the condo was. We also loved that it was so close to the beach and to great restaurants and shopping. The pool was great, too!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Rough around the edges

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit is a two-story unit on the second floor. Surrounded by construction. Not clear in description. Living, dining and kitchen are nice but bedrooms need freshing up. Could have used more than one set of towels per person considering the laundry is in another location not in unit. Can’t watch tv in bedrooms unless you subscribe to roku.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for providing us with your feedback. Construction is not taking place at this condo complex, Sea Sands. Port Aransas has had construction for the last two years since Hurricane Harvey. We provide enough towels for each guest plus additional. The community laundry mat is brand new and up and running. The bedroom TV's do not have cable boxes; however, they offer roku so that you can watch any subscription you enjoy. We are sorry you didn't enjoy your stay at this home. We would love for you to come back to Port A and stay with us again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

Little rough around the edges

This unit is on the second floor. The unit is two story. Not made clear in description. Exterior (mostly landscape) was not in good shape. Majority of the property was under construction including the unit below us. Could not watch tv on “flat screen” in king size bedroom unless you have Roku subscription. No cable For a three night stay it would have been nice to have a couple more towels because laundry was in separate building. I would not stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice weekend stay with grandchildren

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The outside steps leading to condo and around the porches was not clean. We had a hard time getting in as the code on the door had not been reprogrammed. We had to call the office and it took us about 30 minutes to get inside. The staff were very helpful during each call. Inside the condo was nice and comfortable. It is not close to the beach and hard to find the "walkover" which is located behind another group of condos. Pool was nice and well kept. Lots of parking available and the Location was easy access.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
We set a high standard for ourselves, and we’re so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our business.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Penny T.

family beach time

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than 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 condo itself was clean but the outside looked run down but I believe they are renovating it. we asked for blankets and towels since there were not enough, we did finally get them the next afternoon. The TV in the master bedroom never would come on even after several calls to the office. The dishwasher was not secured in so every time you opened it, the whole thing would fall forward making it very difficult to load dishes in it. Overall the interior was clean just remember to bring your own toilet paper and paper towels.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Dear Penny, thanks for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry your experience didn’t match your expectations. It was an uncommon instance and we’ll do better. Please feel free reach out to us with any further comments, concerns, or suggestions you wish to share. We would love to make things right if you give us another chance.

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