A breezy, two-unit beach house built for the kind of trips where the group keeps growing, Salty Sunshine sits right in the middle of Port Aransas — a five-minute walk to the sand and squarely inside the golf cart zone. The setup is what makes it: a fully self-contained lower unit and a fully self-contained upper unit, stacked under one roof, sharing nothing but the address. Six bedrooms, four bathrooms, sleeping for sixteen, and just enough separation between the levels to keep multi-family trips civil after a long beach day.
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Salty Sunshine A (Lower Level) opens to an airy, open-concept living and dining space with a full kitchen stocked for cooking in. Three bedrooms sleep eight: a queen primary with an ensuite bath, a guest room with a queen, and a bunk room with two twin-over-twin bunks for the kids (or the adults who called dibs first). A covered patio out front is the morning coffee spot.
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Salty Sunshine B (Upper Level) mirrors the layout with its own full kitchen, living area, and dining setup — plus a private balcony that catches the coastal breeze and a bit of that Port A soundtrack. The king primary has an ensuite, a second bedroom holds a queen, and a third bunk room offers two twin-over-twin bunks. Eight more guests, comfortably.
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Dual kitchens, two living rooms, separate laundry on each level, and parking for four out front mean groups can move at their own pace — early risers can make a pot of coffee without waking the late sleepers a floor away. A BBQ grill is on hand for the inevitable evening when nobody wants to leave the porch. Bring the dog along; the home is pet-friendly.
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Outside the front door, Port Aransas does what Port A does best. The beach is a quick golf cart ride or short walk. Fins Grill & Icehouse and Bron's Beach Cart Rentals & Bar are local mainstays for fresh Gulf seafood and a cold drink. Dolphin-watching tours leave from the marina, the jetty pulls in serious anglers and casual line-droppers alike, and the boutiques and ice cream stops along Alister Street fill the in-between hours. Mustang Island State Park sits just down the road for a quieter stretch of shoreline.
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Pack the cooler, bring the crew, and let Salty Sunshine handle the rest.
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.
- Construction is ongoing in Port Aransas, so we cannot guarantee that you won't encounter construction, building activities, or community improvement projects during your stay.
- Cable and Wi-Fi are provided for your convenience; however, outages may occur from time to time.
- Please keep in mind that Port Aransas is an island, and mosquitoes or other pests may be plentiful at certain times of the year.
- The maximum occupancy for this property includes infants and babies. Please ensure that the total number of guests, including children, adheres to the specified occupancy limit.
- Guests must be 21 years or older to book this home.
Parking Details:
- Parking is available for 4 vehicles in front of the home.
- Please note that parking is tight.
- No boat parking is allowed.
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.
STR Permit: 600671