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Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1094.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Roberts Point Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • IB Magee Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port Aransas Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool

Surf Inn - Under New Ownership

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Affectionately nicknamed Surf Inn, this unique home offers laid-back living with a private, heated pool in a great area of Port Aransas. Additional amenities include a grill, horseshoes, darts, and a firepit. This vacation retreat is perfect for a pair of families or a group. You’re just a short drive to the beach and Port Aransas Nature Preserve is practically across the street. All the shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues of Port Aransas are also nearby.

*There is an additional charge for the pool to be heated. We will need 24 hour notice for the water to heat.

After a day of outdoor fun, unwind on the queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room and chat about your day or watch a movie on the 70-inch flatscreen TV. If you are looking for a bit more excitement, play some friendly matches on the new foosball table in the garage.

The remodeled kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a tile backsplash, and beautiful countertops. Brew your morning pick-me-up in either the coffee pot or the Keurig machine. Grill your catch from the sea on the gas grill for dinner.

This home features three distinct outdoor living spaces. There is a covered balcony by the front door, as well as a covered patio below, where you’ll find a picnic table, a dining table for six, and a 32-inch flatscreen TV tucked inside a protective cabinet. Challenge everyone to a dart tournament or play a game of horseshoes. In the backyard, swim in the pool or lean back with a book in one of the Adirondack chairs. On cool nights, pull all the chairs up to the fire pit and roast marshmallows.

You’ll find a washer/dryer, extra refrigerator, and beach chairs in the lower-level supply area. This is a dog-friendly home - an enclosed, dog run has been added for your convenience. There's also an outdoor shower available.

Things to Know
Free WiFi
TVs are equipped with Amazon Fire Sticks for streaming (with guests' own logins)
Dog-friendly

**Due to the location of our rentals, you may encounter situations with wildlife/pests. Please be aware of your surroundings, take caution while driving at night and supervise your children at all times while outdoors. In addition, all properties do utilize pest control maintenance on a regular basis BUT this does not guarantee pests or bugs will not be visible.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.
1 day notification is required in order to heat the pool.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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. Max of 1.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port Aransas

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Leeward Sands, a neighbourhood in Port Aransas. Fisherman's Wharf and Horace Caldwell Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria San Juan - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surf Inn - Laid Back Living in Favorable Area of Port A with Heated Private Pool located?

Located in Leeward Sands, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Ellis Memorial Library and Roberts Point Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Flooring and code

Code to get in is too long. Floors feel like they are rotted out
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Sadly disappointed

Before booking any reservation, I review the most recent reviews. With that being said… I did go back and read all the reviews after my experience. Many of the complaints from months ago still are current issues which you all responded would be fixed. The plumbing is terrible. There is hardly any water pressure in the master shower and the sink drains extremely slow. The toilet in the guest bath has a hard time flushing and filling back up. The house is listed as a heated pool. Although it is written in the fine print on the VERBO app that y’all must be notified and paid extra before arrival, it is not written in the description clearly and when checking out you aren’t given the option to pay more or select the option to be charged extra for the heated pool. My family based our entire stay at this location for the heated pool. I contacted two different numbers with this concern right after I arrived and offered to pay the money and it was denied even though I was staying for four days. From reading previous reviews, other guests had this issue as well but you all granted them their request. The house is kid friendly and the back yard neat! Unfortunately, I didn’t get to enjoy it as planned. The house is decorated very cute but the house needs some maintenance. The flooring feels like you might fall through in some areas. Needless to say, I will not be booking at this location again. It’s pretty clear you are in the business for a quick buck and not to ke
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Simple, easy and fantastic!!

We booked this with another couple and had a great time. The house is a bit older but was clean and had everything we needed and more. The pool was fantastic to have after long days on the beach. The fire pit was a plus and the back yard in general was my favorite spot. Lots of palm trees providing privacy and shade. We watched a football game on the outdoor T.V. And planned to use the grill but we had a load of snacks so it never happened. Super Close to everything but in a cute little neighborhood off the regular beaten track so it feels more private and it’s quiet. Would love to stay here again but it is a rare find so book far in advance!!! The staff at Vacasa was also amazing. I realized the golf cart was blocking the outdoor tv when we arrived and let them know we planned to watch a game in a couple days. They had it moved within the hour and were easy to get ahold of and communicate with. Come to find out, we could have moved it ourselves but I didn’t know that.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Tom S.

Best if backyard is usable

Decent house. Stay became better when self treated the swarms of mosquitos in the backyard. Had to purchase own repellent, candles, etc to even make the backyard usable. Master bathroom is extremely small and has a weird smell to it. Beds are very firm and pillows are thin. Living room and kitchen were great and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Loved all the memories here

Loved the vibe and hang out spaces.

6/10 Okay

Micah C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just okay

Better options for the money. Outside is almost unusable from mosquitos. Places in the floor that felt like you might step through. Direct golf cart rental was nice. Place is okay but needs some love.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Sandpiper

We loved our stay! Nothing was wrong and we had everything we needed to make our stay great!
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10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Fun Beach Getaway

Excellent place! Cute, clean, just what we needed. Loved access to the private pool and golf cart. 5 minute drive to the beach, close to restaurants and shops. My kids loved having their own room and we all loved the games that were available for us to play. Plenty of towels, cool AC and loved having the outdoor shower to rinse off at after a day at the beach. The outdoor area was great as well with darts, TV and a swing. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rianna R.

Cozy beach house with tons of amenities

This was the PERFECT little beach house: great location (golf cart provided SAVED us), amazing amenities including pool, fire pit, horse shoe area, multiple tvs for entertainment, and extra toiletries for convenience. Everything was so clean and the house was decorated beautifully. 10/10 would recommend!!

8/10 Good

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Heated pool

Everything was great except that it was advertised as a heated pool. That’s the reason I revered this property. It was like pulling teeth, but they finally turned the on the heat for the pool after much deliberation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Valaree C.

Beach getaway

Perfect spot for families with kids!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Great weekend stay!!

We loved our stay at the Surf Inn. The house was clean and had all the amenities we needed. We loved the location in town. Access to rent the golf cart was a pleasant surprise. Mark & Melinda were easy to work with and made the stay so enjoyable. We already booked another weekend.

8/10 Good

Jenny R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Surf Inn

The over-all stay was pleasant. We did have a small issue at the beginning of our stay, but was addressed quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nelda S.

Satisfied

Had a great time with family. Enjoyed the pool and firepit! Definitly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great except

Overall great property. We’ve stayed at a few different places in port an and this one is the best. Communication to the property manager was a mess. The messages in the app might not have ever went to the property manager, not sure exactly. I messaged days before my stay with no response. The check in day I got an automatic message with invitation to chat. This chat feature was to Vacasa and was very strange. Very uniformed people that didn’t help. Possible just a bot. Then two days into my stay when I repeatedly asked for the pool heater to be turned on finally the bot connected me to the property manager. She came by and turned the heater on for us. It was almost necessary in mid march. But the house is Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jarod R.

Fun home!

We used the surfinn for my son’s 15th birthday party! It was so perfect! The back yard, the heated pool, the golf cart! It was all so amazing and easy. Any time I had a question it was answered quickly. Can’t recommend this wonderful place enough!

8/10 Good

Bernadette W.

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

Birthday Trip

Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the fire pit and pool immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Neyda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Wonderful stay

The outdoor space was awesome. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 4 kids. They even have some games for adults and children. Plenty of room in the kitchen. There are some weak spots in the floor that need to be addressed but we put a towel over these to keep everyone off of it. We had a great time and are excited to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Connie G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

No one cared

Started off good but then the toilet stopped workibg ,when we tried to use the plunger which should have been clue number one because it was right next to the toilet when we arrived,the plunging made the other toilet and shower over flow with poop .lwe now had 2 showers with poop and 2 toilets that did not work . We reached out to every phone number provided and waited 15 hrs before some one showed up to try and fix the issue. I asked for the property manager to please call me and she never did. I wanted sone kind of suggestions or ideas of what plan of action they had for us , no one still has contacted me. We ended up leaving a day early because the smell and the mess was unbearable. My 75 yr old mothers first beach trip and this is what she experienced. Unacceptable !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D., Austin, TX

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

Very cute home

The house is clean, very nice, and had all of the amenities we needed. It was very convenient to be able to rent a golf cart directly from the owners. The pool in the backyard is adorable, but we didn't opt to be out there much. Mosquitoes are really bad, so it wasn't pleasant to sit outside unless you were covered in bug spray, unfortunately. The town sprays, but there are still a ton of them. There's nothing to be done - I'm sure it's just because you don't get the strong ocean breeze on that side of town. The town pool / dog park / tennis courts / skate park / soccer fields is just down the road; walkable. That would be really nice for families with young kids - when looking for things to do when you're not at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Amazing Stay!

We absolutely loved the house location! With kids the nearby park is an absolute plus! The pool and cart are so convenient to have on-site to use! Access to the beach and all the local restaurants is a short cart ride away. The house came equip with kitchen utensils and was beautiful inside! Our stay was amazing and the kiddos really loved the bunk beds!

6/10 Okay

Akshith Reddy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Check-in instructions are not clear

There are no instructions about the checkin passcode on the second floor door
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Sandra S.

Good but could be better!

For the amount of money we paid it should have been better than a hotel. But we got looked out of the wash room/game room outside, we had to call serval times for management to finally come out. We didn’t have enough towels for 9 people… there should be extra for your guest not one each lol. And when your guest have issues like crabs in the pool then someone Should be available right away. Not hours later. There were no lights by the pool so it was super dark at night. The grill and the blender were super dirty like they had not been cleaned in forever. We also wanted to rent the golf cart that was at the residence but there was no info left for it. We called and they said oh the owners just set it up a few days ago but how do they expect us to know that, and didnt leave a note for the link or us to call them to pay for it. The house was cozy but with all the issues and no where to store our clothes it makes things uncomfortable but you make it work just to have good time with your family.

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