Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay

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Welcome to Once Upon A Tide!
Open floor plan.
Living area, dining area and kitchen view from the corner.
Time to feast at the dining table.
Dine and cook.
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9.8Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"Loved everything!"
Rhonda M.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(17 Ratings)

House in Port Aransas, TX

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this house rental

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.

Amenities at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Port Aransas, TX


Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(17 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Loved everything!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2025
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!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2024
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!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
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.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Priv Pool, Swing Bar, Ping-Pong, Walk to Town | Once Upon A Tide by AvantStay?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.