The Blue Pelican by AvantStay | Pirates Bay Retreat + 2 Shared Lagoon Pools | 3 Blocks to Beach

Welcome to The Blue Pelican, a stunning coastal retreat in the heart of Port Aransas. This spacious and modern coastal home is perfect for families or groups looking to enjoy the best of beach life with all the comforts of home. Located within the Pirates Bay Port A community, you'll have access to the fantastic two community swimming pools - both are lagoon-style and shared by the community, providing a refreshing place to unwind after a day at the beach. The expansive living room serves as the perfect gathering spot, featuring a large flat-screen TV for movie nights and plenty of comfortable seating. The bright and airy space is designed to offer a relaxing atmosphere with plenty of natural light streaming through the windows. Whether you're curling up for a cozy evening indoors or preparing for a day of adventure, the living room provides the ideal space for both. The primary bedroom boasts a king bed, TV, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom with dual vanities and a spacious shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed, TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a shower and tub combo, providing comfort and privacy for all guests. The third bedroom features a queen bed, perfect for extra guests, while the bunk nook with a twin-over-twin bunk bed offers additional sleeping arrangements for kids or adults. The sleek and modern kitchen is a chef’s dream, offering spacious countertops and barstool seating for casual meals or socializing while preparing food. Fully equipped with all the essentials, including a heavy-duty washer and dryer in the in-unit laundry room, this kitchen makes cooking and cleaning up a breeze, so you can focus on making memories instead of chores. Whether you're visiting for a week of relaxation or a fun-filled weekend of outdoor adventures, The Blue Pelican offers the perfect space to call home during your stay in Port Aransas. With its beautiful furnishings, well-thought-out design, and convenient location near all the best local attractions, this vacation rental is an ideal choice for those seeking comfort, style, and proximity to the coast. 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. 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 pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet. - 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. - Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitoes/pests can be plentiful several times per year. - Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time. - 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. - This community has 2 community pools available for guests. - Please note that you must be 25 years old and above to book this home. Parking Details: - Only 2 parking spaces are available—NO boat parking. - All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking. 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.