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Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly

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Welcome To Happiness Comes In Waves!
Enjoy Easy Access To The Pool Just Steps From Your Patio!
A swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Living Room - Sleeper Sofa, Open Layout - First Floor
in-Kitchen Dining - Seating For 2 - First Floor

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Palmilla Beach Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (Primary) - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room - Floor 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly

Welcome to Happiness Comes In Waves! The charming character of this two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation home is captured by its island-style living. It invokes the sense of adventure that brought you to Port Aransas and the romantic appeal of the island's famous tropical breezes. The delightful ambiance continues into the living area with an island palette of soothing colors.

The open floor plan provides plenty of seating for all your guests. With a breezy open-air floor plan, the living room opens to the dining room providing a sleeper sofa and a well-equipped kitchen. Cook your local catch of the day in the fully stocked kitchen. This kitchen includes all stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops. The dining area seats two with an additional four at the breakfast bar. Additionally, the primary suite is located on the first floor, with a queen-size bed, flat screen TV, and en suite bathroom.

Make your way upstairs at Happiness Comes In Waves to find another cozy bedroom and a loft. The guest bedroom offers a queen-size bed and a bunk bed that is a twin-over-full. The loft area offers a Papasan chair and TV.

Escape to Happiness Comes In Waves on your next vacation to Port A! Extra amenities include Wi-Fi, community pool, grill, boat parking, flat-screen TV in Every Room, Smart TVs, pet-friendly.

Book your stay at the Happiness Comes In Waves and find out why the beaches of Port Aransas, Texas, consistently make the Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best list. Known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” Port Aransas is an angler’s haven with pier fishing, deep-sea excursions, and bay and channel fishing. You can even cast your line directly in the surf. Water activities abound in Port Aransas, and you will have your fill of surfing, parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking and paddleboarding. The pristine coastline and warm waters of the Gulf invite you to spend leisurely days swimming, snorkeling and beach combing. Port Aransas also boasts a bustling community of art galleries, museums, boutiques, and restaurants to satisfy every palate. Book the Happiness Comes In Waves and find out for yourself why Port Aransas is a favorite vacation destination!

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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

Pets allowed
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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

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is near the beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nature Preserves - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port Aransas Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly on 12 May 2026 start from NZ$522, 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.

How much is parking at Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Happiness Comes In Waves | Pool, Pet Friendly located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Holiday Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Nature Preserves are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 30 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! We have stayed in this unit before and were not disappointed. It was clean, well maintained, and had plenty of room for my family. Communication went smoothly, and we were responded to right away. My only suggestion would be to get a better, more supportive mattress for the 1st floor bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words and feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. We'll certainly consider your suggestion about the mattress. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy E.

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

Always a good stay!

We have stayed here several times and love the location and the area! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josue R.

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

Perfect stay!

2nd year we've stayed at Pirates Bay and it never disappoints! Always clean and our kids love coming here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delma C.

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

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend it. The property was very clean and well maintained. They also have a great pool. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon Z.

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

It was awesome

My wife and two kids had plenty of space! Clean and well decorated. Loved the vibe as soon as you walk in. We loved the pool and the fact that we were four min from the beach. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a great time at our property. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and it's heartening to know that we succeeded in this case. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and enhance our offerings. Thank you for your patronage.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy L.

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

Decent place to stay

Stayed for 5 nights and had a nice time, the kitchen could use more silverware, it was clean, nice pool, great location, kind neighbors, amazing washer and dryer, dishwasher worked great
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick m.

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

Texas Vaca

It was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Thank you so much for the positive review! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps us continue improving. We strive to provide the best possible experience for all our customers. I'm glad we were able to meet your expectations. Thank you again for your kind words!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

todd w.

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

great stay

We loved this home and will be back for sure! The pool is right out the front which was super convenient! The place was bigger than expected, and lots of beds. The sheets were super soft (BONUS!)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for the kind words and positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Great place to stay

We very much enjoyed everything about the property. The only issue we had is that the pool gate code sent in the email was incomplete, but everything else was spot on. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Perfect Getaway!

This was the cutest condo ever! We had plenty of room since it was just the 3 of us. Since it rained most of the days we were there, we enjoyed staying in and hanging out. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marty F.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Everything was really nice

Everything was really nice except the kitchen was a little dirty and the only TV that worked in the whole house in the living room, but other than that everything was amazing amd eveytime I come for vacation we will try to Saturday there vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We strive to ensure all our properties meet the highest standards of cleanliness and functionality. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused by the kitchen or television issues. We will address these concerns to enhance the quality of our guest experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for future vacations and are committed to providing an exceptional stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute place with a pool!

This is our second time staying at this property and we Love it! The bathrooms and kitchen are super clean, it’s right on the pool and a short drive to the beach. The decor is really cute! The carpets, upholstery and ceiling fans could really use a deep cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

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

123

Nice place. Nice area. The family enjoyed having the pool right outside the door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for your review and feedback. We are glad to hear you had a great experience. We hope that you come back next year for another memorable vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fun Property with a great pool!

We stayed w our 5year old and teenager- and the property was perfect! Short car ride to the beach where you drive and park on the sand. The pool was well maintained with ample seating. The playground was clean and fun. Inside the home was very nicely decorated and had plenty of space for all of us to spread out and relax. Overall a great trip and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Wonderful

This was our second year in a row staying for our annual Mother's day trip. We love this little place. Great location. Plenty of room. Directly in front of pool. Always clean and ready to go. Hope to keep coming back for years to come. Thank yall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Great beach townhouse

Great beach townhouse decorated in.beach theme. It's not close to the beach but you can drive to the beach and drive on the beach. Golf carts are not allowed across hwy 361 so having a golf cart was a challenge because we had to leave it across the street at the golf city rental. Pool is fantastic right out the front door . It was a fantastic place to say !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Fantastic Spring Break Get away

The condo is located right next to the 2nd pool. It’s a great location to allow the kids to play in the pool while your in the shade. There was plenty of beds and the kitchen is equipped with pretty much everything you need. I would recommend you bring extra trash bags and dish soap if you plan on using the kitchen. We will definitely stay again, and recommend this condo. Side note, make sure you check your spam account for the rental agreement
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Peter W.

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

Noisy neighbors

Loud neighbors teens getting drunk cussing out loud by the pool and arrived an hour early would not let us check in said the room was being cleaned though we sat in the car waiting for an hour and nobody ever went in or out not very clean patio was dirty did not like it wont stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2025
I am sorry to hear that your stay did not meet your expectations. We do not manage all units at Pirate's Bay and I apologize for the neighbors. Spring Break is a little crazy here in Port Aransas. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We will look into the issues you mentioned and take appropriate actions to address them. We hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to serve you better in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

shea b.

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

Condo

The place was decorated cute but needed some repairs and deeper cleaning- dusty & sofa- pillows stained. door knob fell off inside bath, the washing machine made weird sound and blinds were torn up , probably by previous guest with pet. If you come bring everything, very limited things are given. ( 3 coffee pods, a few towels, little shampoo- not much) Bring extra blankets. Example is only 3 pods for 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your comments will be reviewed, and we will work to address the issues you noted, such as the décor, cleanliness, and amenities. We strive to provide a comfortable and well-maintained accommodation for all our guests. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconveniences you encountered. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future, as we are committed to continuously improving our services.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Carol Sue H.

3 Star

pillows need replaced. mattress needs replace or upgraded. very clean and nicely decorated without having too much clutter like some. pool needed some minor repairs around drains and different places some rough sharp areas not real good for for little ones.needs cleaned more often. these are all issues that could be remedied easily to make this condo even more appealing. we do want to come back sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Hello Carol, thank you for your feedback! Our goal is the total satisfaction of our customers and to provide a positive experience. Thank you for bringing the pillows and mattresses to our attention, we will let the homeowner know. We hope to see you soon again, and thank you for staying with us!
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria F.

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

Little sad 😞

Property could have been cleaned better. The bed sheets and pillows didn’t look like they had been changed. Not enough towels. Couch had potato chips in the cushions. The handrails to the stairs were sticky. Didn’t look like it had been vacuumed or swept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jim E.

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

Just Another VRBO

Property in rough shape (photos are probably old). Lacked any cleaning supplies (no mop, broom, rags etc). Lacks any condiments (not even salt/pepper). Upstairs ceiling fan blew up when we turned it on, causing circuit breaker to blow. Called management at 10am and maintenance arrived at 4:30pm. Problem was not resolved. Mosquitos are out of control. Town has no redeeming qualities. We will never return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
We are disappointed to hear about your less than satisfactory experience at our vacation rental property. We strive to provide a clean, well-equipped and comfortable stay for all our guests. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we will thoroughly investigate the issues you have raised to ensure they are addressed promptly. We hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with a more positive vacation experience in the future. Thank you, SilverSands Vacation Rentals
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese B.

5 Star

Our family had so much fun! It's close enough to the beach to go back and forth as needed which is a lifesaver with a toddler. Very comfortable place to settle into in the evenings. This is our second time staying here and definitely not the last! I highly recommend staying!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Long weekend!

Renting, check in and ease of reservation was great. The townhouse was not very clean upon arrival. Kitchen supplies are sparce, not enough for the 8 people capacity. Very few pots and pans, utensils and cookware is old. Kitchen needs to be restocked. We were not provided enough washcloths and hand towels in the bathroom, even for 2 people and only 1 kitchen towel. The decor is very cute and the pool is absolutely perfect. Almost like having your own private pool. Overall a good stay and anytime at the beach is good for me.
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. So sorry that there were some things missing that would've made the stay better. I am glad there was some positives in your visit with us. 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

stephanie s.

So fun!

This was the perfect spot for people with kids who swim! Literally the gate opens to your porch. The theme in the main area was so fun to look at and we took pictures in front of the wave mural. It had everything we needed and we all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us, we are so glad you all enjoyed the stay at the rental! We hope to have you back again and appreciate the feedback -Bella

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