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1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach!

Cottage with private pool, near Port Aransas Beach

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Pool
Our greeters at the bottom of the dune
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Welcome to Cottage in the Dunes! Pool, deck with seating, grill, outdoor shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 453.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, IB Magee Beach Park
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
  • Place, Horace Caldwell Pier
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach!

Once upon a time on a natural sand dune in Port Aransas sprung up the most unusual property in this Beach Community, The Dome and Cottage in the Dunes. This quaint, quiet and supremely comfortable beachy cottage shares the pristine pool with the property owner at the Dome house. The owner doesn't use the pool when there are guests at the Cottage so it's yours alone. The Cottage in the Dunes has its own deck overlooking the pool and is elevated from the street by about 20 steps. The landscaping which is both tropical and inviting and will welcome you to this getaway for your weekend, honeymoon, or small family vacation. Be sure and inquire if your group needs to add additional sleeping at our nearby properties.

VRBO does not currently collect city hotel tax for us. We will ask for that and any pet fees prior to check in. We will then make sure you have directions and easy check in procedure.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Dogs only. There is a $10 per night pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dishes washed or dishwasher started
Trash taken to trash toters inside brown enclosure at the bottom of the hill

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number EIN#81-5035972

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Horace Caldwell Pier and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kody's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1/1 Cottage in the Dunes! PRIVATE POOL! Dog Friendly! Walk to Beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. We love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very cozy! Private pool was great to cool off after a day of drinking and being on the beach! Temp was perfect. Cottage was great and bed was comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! It was so peaceful and relaxing. Definitely will be returning. Highly recommend staying at Cottage in the Dunes. So close to everything and the beach. Anne and Rebecca were only a phone call away if you needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay in Port A! The home was even better than expected. The private pool was perfect for relaxing after the beach, and we loved that it was dog-friendly so our pup could come along too. The host was very pleasant and easy to communicate with, which made everything smooth from start to finish. The property truly exceeded our expectations, and we’re already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed the property, the pool, and the comfy bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Concepcion G.

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

Awesome cottage

Clean awesome and comfortable!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

We Love this Place

This cottage is perfect for two or three people. It's clean and well equipped. The pool is fantastic and very private. The location is in town and close to the beach and we can bring our two dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

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

Perfect location

Clean and tranquil
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Quaint Cottage

The Cottage in the Dunes is the perfect size for a romantic getaway and the pool is amazing! It's also really close to the beach and to all the fun stuff in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Great little home in the middle of everything

nice clean home. Great pool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Always love staying here

Such a beautiful and unique property, we stay as often as we can! The private pool and place is always so welcoming and nice. They recently updated the deck so that was a nice touch too. Thank you Rebecca and Anne!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A., Austin

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

Amazing cottage

The place was clean and felt like home away from home. The owners were very communicative if we needed anything they responded quickly. The pool was amazing we had a blast. Pet friendly..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benedetta B.

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

Great little getaway

We felt right at home as soon as we arrived. Cottage is close to anything you might need and the private pool is excellent. Very clean and kitchen had euphoric might need. We look forward to staying here to again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Family vacation

Ann and Rebecca do such a good job. The accommodations are always very clean and well managed . The cottage was perfect for my husband and I with our two little dogs . Having the pool right there was so relaxing .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bob C.

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

Quaint cottage by the beach

Very nice vacation spot for a couple. Short walk to the beach. Port A beaches aren’t the best but this rental also had a small pool which is nice for after dinner relaxation. The downside is that the pool area is completely visible to the rental property next door and above us. We visited off season so it wasn’t an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K., San Antonio TX

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

Very nice and clean.

We enjoyed the property. The pool was perfect relaxation. The house was very tasteful in decor and color. It was close to our usual haunts, marina, jetties and local restaurants. We never heard the main drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Wonderful little cottage!

We absolutely loved staying in this cottage! It was the perfect place for myself, my husband, our daughter, and dog! The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and is easily accessible to the beach and everything in town. It was great taking evening walks to the beach. The pool was an added bonus! It was nice coming back and taking a dip in the pool during the midday heat when we needed a break from the beach. We are looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie L.

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

Great cottage

The weather did not work out in our favor; however, the accommodations were great!The cottage is cute, plenty of room for a family of 4. The pool was perfect. There are a lot of stairs on the property, so if you have difficulty with mobility, this is not the place for you. The property manager is very communicative and welcoming. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cindy E.

Great Place

We really enjoyed our stay at the Cottage the manager was wonderful, it was quite, clean, close to the beach, private. I would say the only thing we didn't like was it had no yard for our four legged boys to strength their legs, run and have their own fun. We will continue to stay with Bee Gee’s they were great, we just need to find one of their properties with more of a yard for our boys. Loved it and plan on staying with them again!

10/10 Excellent

Janette J.

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

Solar Eclipse Weekend

We enjoyed our stay and the place was perfect for family of 3. The only compliant is the frig really doesn’t cool well and I was little nervous about the milk/food. Everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Weekend getaway

The house is clean, cosy & well provisioned with kitchen appliances & linen/bathroom supplies. The balcony is closed in so dogs can be let out but there is no grassy area on the property so frequent walks are needed. The beach is a 10 minute walk away & leashed dogs are allowed there. The owner has another property very nearby with a lovely fenced in grassy front yard & graciously allowed us full access which was appreciated. Do note that car parking is on the street & there are about 2 flights of steps from the street up to the property. Communication with the owner at all times was very simple & she was very responsive. All up, it was a very peaceful & relaxing stay & I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

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

Cottage in the Dunes

Great little place; just right for two people and a small dog. Anne is a wonderful hostess! The cottage has soooo many amenities I didn't expect. The kitchen is extremely well stocked with utensils, pots and pans, and everything you need to prepare meals. The pool was clean, the lounge chairs are comfortable, and there were even pool toys! My only quibble is that there is no place on the property for your pet to relieve themself. They do have another property up the street with a fenced lawn that is very nice, but I wish I had known this in advance. And yes, you can walk to the beach but it is quite a hike. However, it only takes two minutes by car and a parking permit is just $12 for the entire year so that was fine. If you are looking for something cozy and cute you will love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly, very nice accommodations. Best shower in Texas.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet location with a 10-12 minute walk to beach. Beautiful pool next to cottage. Our 8-month-old Great Pyrenees felt at home. Clean living area, kitchen, bath and bedroom, well-appointed. Responsive hosts who are nearby and quick to respond to questions. Most restaurants and stores within a mile to 1.5 miles. We would stay here again
Beautiful pool area
Quiet and private location walking distance to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea L.

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

Perfect Anniversary Trip

My husband and I had a wonderful weekend stay at the cottage in the dunes! It was the perfect place for the two of us plus our dog. We loved having a private pool to cool off in after a day at the beach, and loved how close the property is to the beach access point. It was the perfect location to get to everything in town as well! We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Anne Hickman, Property Manager Bee Gee's Coastal Quarters

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I was raised in Port Aransas and recently returned to the shore from the hill country. I have also taken over my mother's (BeeGee) Vacation Rental Property Management. I love what I do and I love living in Port Aransas. I enjoy meeting travelers and hope that they continue to return to stay with us year after year. My life's motto is "Carpe Diem !"

Why they chose this property

BeeGee had lived in Port Aransas for 35 years, and was acquainted with the Dome and Cottage property and even visited the construction site when it was being built. In 2007, she purchased the property next door and started her quest to acquire the Dome and Cottage. With luck and hard work, she made that dream a reality this past year after having managed it for the former owner for 4 years. I could not be happier to take over the ownership and management of this lovely property. Anne

What makes this property unique

The Cottage in the Dunes offers one of the few properties in Port Aransas with a private pool and also a short walk to the beach. Our unique cottage feels welcoming and you will know that you have reached a destination you will want to return to time and again!

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