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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Port Aransas, TX
Port Aransas Birding Center
Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
8 min walk
Horace Caldwell Pier
Place, Horace Caldwell Pier
17 min walk
Port Aransas Beach
Place, Port Aransas Beach
19 min walk
Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Full Bathroom 1
Full Bathroom 2
Full Bathroom 3
Full Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay
Welcome to Once Upon a Tide, a newly built 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom beach house perfectly situated in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas. This beautifully designed home brings together bright coastal finishes and high-end comforts to create the ideal setting for unforgettable group getaways.
Inside, the open-concept layout features a spacious living room with a large TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a generous island and bar seating, and a dining area large enough for everyone to gather with ease. Each space is professionally decorated to feel both stylish and welcoming, with thoughtful details throughout that make it easy to settle in and relax.
Step outside and you’ll find a covered hangout area complete with a bar and swing seating, a ping pong table, grill, and shaded outdoor dining space—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring town or lounging at the beach. Just beyond the gate, your private pool awaits, offering a refreshing dip on sunny days. Upstairs, you can catch both sunrise and sunset from the front and back decks, each outfitted with seating to enjoy the views.
Once Upon a Tide offers sleeping arrangements that work beautifully for families and groups, including a king suite and a queen suite with private bathrooms, a bunk room with two twin-over-twin bunks, and two additional bedrooms with king and queen beds. Two more full bathrooms are located off the hallway, and there’s even a full-size washer and dryer to make longer stays a breeze.
Located just a short walk from Alister Street’s restaurants, bars, shops, and live music, this home is also within walking distance of the beach and sits comfortably within the golf cart zone. Once Upon a Tide has everything you need to feel at home while soaking up the best of Port A!
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Port Aransas, a gem on the Texas Gulf Coast, offers the perfect blend of sun, sand, and relaxation. With its pristine beaches, charming small-town vibe, and a wide range of outdoor activities, it's an ideal vacation spot for groups. Enjoy fishing, water sports, or simply lounging on the sandy shores. Don't miss the Port Aransas Nature Preserve for birdwatching. This coastal haven promises unforgettable memories for your group getaway.
Local Attractions: Mustang Island Beach, Port Aransas Nature Preserve, Dolphin Tours, Texas SandFest, Fishing Charters, Port Aransas Art Center, Red Dragon Pirate Cruises, Golf Courses, Port Aransas Museum, UT Marine Science Institute (UTMSI)
Home Truths: - This home allows up to 2 dogs for a fee; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine per pet. - Pool heat is available for an additional fee but must be requested at least 48 hours in advance. - Please note that pool heat is only available between Oct 1st & April 30th. - This home features a safety/gate lock. While it's not fully locked, an adult is needed to lift the safety mechanism to open it. City regulations mandate either locking it or installing an alarm for doors with direct pool access. - Please note that the maximum occupancy includes infants and babies. Ensure that the total number of guests, including little ones, adheres to the specified occupancy limit. - Construction is always happening somewhere in Port Aransas; we can’t guarantee that you won’t hear/see construction, building, or community improvement projects and events during your stay. - Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time. - Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times per year. Our properties are treated by professional pest control service every 4-8 weeks. - Guests can rent a golf cart from Coastal Eds! We encourage you to book the golf cart with Coastal Eds as soon as possible, we cannot guarantee availability if you choose to delay booking. - Guests must be 21 years or older to book this home.
Parking Details: - Parking for 4-6 vehicles depending on size, along with boat parking and golf cart parking.
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The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / Queen bed Bedroom 3 / 2 twin over twin bunks Bedroom 4 / King bed Bedroom 5 / Queen bed Living Room / Sofa
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff.
We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Port Aransas
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Old Town Port Aransas, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center.
Is Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$825, 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 Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay 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 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved this place! Such a fun spot, walking distance to restaurants and shops and beach! Plenty of space and super clean!
Mary L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you Mary! And, thank you for noticing our Sway cleaning standards. We know how important that is for guests. We welcome you back any time. Thank you for choosing Sway Vacation Homes!
The property was great! Just as advertised. In a great location, close to everything. Our whole family had plenty of room & enjoyed our stay tremendously!
Chrisie Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at Once Upon A Tide! We hope to host you again!!!
This house was perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking for our 4 vehicles and 4 golf carts. Kids loved the pool and ping pong table. Will definitely stay here next time we visit port a.
Joni B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Joni , we're thrilled to hear that ONCE UPON A TIDE was the perfect choice for your stay in Port A! We're glad our house was clean and comfortable, and that you had plenty of parking for all your vehicles and golf carts. It's fantastic that the kids enjoyed the pool and ping pong table as well. We can't wait to have you back with us next time you visit Port A. Thank you for choosing our property!
Great Communication with owners or mgmt company. They had so much stuff we were able to use which sometimes VRBO's provide nothing. We really enjoyed our stay.
Dawn Rush D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2023
Hi, Dawn. Thank you for the great compliments! We take pride in being available when our guests need or have questions. We appreciate the 5 star review and we welcome you back again!
Great Property! This was our second time returning to this house. We had a company retreat and it was perfect. Lots of space to gather and so close to all the amazing restaurants and great golf course. Plan to be back later this year!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2025
Wow, that's great to hear! Thank you for your wonderful review, Candice. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your company retreat and returned for a second stay. We look forward to welcoming you back later this year!
We really enjoyed our stay. The layout was perfect for everyone. Sadly the weather did not allow us to utilize the swing bar and ping pong table downstairs. Aside from that we plan to be back this summer.
Melisa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are so happy you had such a great getaway at Once Upon A Tide! We would love to host you again this summer when the weather is nicer!!!
We had a lot of fun during our trip, overall the house was greatly stocked for basic needs. Cleanliness was ok just details like dirty doors, baseboards, blinds, found some trash in pool area too. But most importantly clean sheets and towels were available.
Luz J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Luz! We’re happy to hear that you had fun during your trip and that the house was well-stocked for your needs. We apologize for the cleanliness issues you mentioned and will address the details like the doors, baseboards, and pool area to ensure a better experience for future guests. We’re glad to know that the sheets and towels met your expectations. We appreciate your input and hope to welcome you back for an even better stay next time!
Awesome house! It was perfect for our group of 8 to celebrate my husband's 80th birthday. Close to everything. Absolutely spotless! And the owners were a dream to communicate with. We will be back!
Phyllis T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for that amazing review Phyllis! We are so happy you chose Once Upon A Tide to stay at for this special occasion!!! We can't wait for you to come back!
Every year, my two sisters, their husbands, my husband, and I meet for an annual get-together. We rotate where it will be. This year, I chose Port Aransas and this particular house because my husband and I had stayed there before. This place is great! Well appointed, lots of room, close to almost everything. The downstairs bar with swinging seats is awesome. If we need a place in Port A again, this will be at the top of our list!
Phyllis T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2024
Thank you, Phyllis! I’m glad to hear you and your family enjoyed your annual get-together at the house. It’s great that you found it well-appointed and spacious, and that you liked the downstairs bar with swinging seats! We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime you’re in Port A!
Overall this house fit most of our families needs. The neighborhood is a bit trashy however the house make up for it. It says pet friendly so I was hecking it out for future travels with my fur babies and found there is no actual way to keep your pet in the common downstairs area.
Angela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Hi Angela, I'm glad to hear that Once Upon a Tide fit your needs. Thank you for pointing it out regarding "pet friendly" vs. "Pets allowed" We will share that valuable feedback. Regarding the neighborhood, it has been changing over time. We hope you'll stay with us again.
Such a clean & amazing home! We had the best time building memories here! Fantastic location!
Alicia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Awesome! We appreciate the great review and compliments Alicia. And we are so happy to be a small part of your memories. Come back to Once Upon a Tide any time. Thank you for choosing Sway Vacation Homes!
My family and I (ages ranging from 75 to 1 year) loved everything about this rental house! It felt like everything was thought of when designing it and it really met all of our needs. It's location made everything a less than 10 minute drive, and when when you have a 1 year old, 4 year old, 16 year old, and 75 year old in the group, short and sweet is required! We enjoyed the pool, ping pong table, and bar swing down stairs and the beautiful kitchen, dinning room, and bedrooms upstairs. The only (very minor) downside is the rug in the living room was a little scratchy for the baby or walking bare foot. We will definitely be staying here again!
erica s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are so happy that Once Upon A Tide was the perfect getaway for you and your family! We're glad the location was so convenient for you as well. I will let the owner know about the rug. We appreciate your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again!