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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14160.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Port Aransas, TX
- Place, Nature Preserves7 min walk
- Place, Port Aransas Birding Center8 min walk
- Place, Port Aransas Beach19 min walk
- 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.
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.
---
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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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.
Port Aransas, TX
What's nearby
- Nature Preserves - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Port Aransas Birding Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- Horace Caldwell Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Port Aransas Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- IB Magee Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
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Restaurants
- Whataburger - 7 min walk
- San Juan Restaurant - 13 min walk
- The Phoenix - 9 min walk
- Fins Grill & Icehouse - 16 min walk
- Sip Yard - 14 min walk
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
10/10
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12 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary L.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House!
Mary L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chrisie Y.
18 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacay-Spring Break
Chrisie Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joni B.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house! Loved how it was right in town!
Joni B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn Rush D.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, close to everything
Dawn Rush D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Company Retreat
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Melisa C.
19 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Melisa C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Luz J.
15 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Luz J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Phyllis T.
14 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hubby's birthday celebration
Phyllis T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis T.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual sibling reunion
Phyllis T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Angela M.
17 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sand Fest
Angela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley H.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Ashley H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Alicia T.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Alicia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Misty H.
11 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you we had a great time !!!
Misty H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chet L.
26 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Nice home
Chet L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
erica s.
24 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway!
erica s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Ben P.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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