Located in the heart of Port A, There's Money in the Banana Stand OV26 is a charming island home that offers everything you need for a perfect vacation. With an open floor plan, spacious living room area, and plenty of dining space for everyone this 4-bedroom stilt home has some of the best island breezes around. Unwind on the outdoor lounge or enjoy BBQs with family and friends using your private propane BBQ pit.
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Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 121485 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a
Introducing The Banana Stand OV26. It doesn't get any better than this island home! Located right in the heart of Port A and just a short drive to the beach this home has everything you will need for the perfect vacation. This stilt home has some of the best island breezes in all of Port A. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths there is plenty of room for the whole family. This owner cut no corners in decorating this island home. The open floor plan has a spacious living room area and plenty of dining room for everyone. There's The Banana Stand is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom that offers 2 king main suites that include private baths. One bunk room with 2 bunks that sleeps 4. And the family bedroom offers one full over queen bunk bed, sleeps 3+ comfortably. Propane BBQ Pit. Come and relax at The Banana Stand! Rent with Cherry on Top located right next door for larger groups. Cherry on Top also has a private pool.
HIGHLIGHTS - Pet-Friendly (restrictions apply, see below) - Community pool
BEDROOM CONFIGURATION - Bedroom 1: King bed - Bedroom 2: King bed - Bedroom 3: Two sets of twin bunk beds - Bedroom 4: Full over queen bunk
AMENITIES - 4 bedrooms/ 3.5 full bathrooms - BBQ grill available - Outdoor lounge and dining areas - Wi-Fi and 5 TVs - Ice Maker
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - A 2-night minimum stay is required. - Contracting guests must be at least 25 years old. A signed rental agreement with the host and a copy of the contracting guest's drivers license is required. - This is a PET-FRIENDLY RENTAL. Pet fees are an additional $100+tax , per pet, per stay. A maximum of 3 pets are allowed. Additionally, a pet-cleaning fee is also charged, which is $25+tax per stay. - We do not accept Klarna or Affirm payments - Cable and Wi-Fi service in Port Aransas can be unreliable due to the unique coastal environment in which we live. We appreciate your understanding that these services are beyond our control. No discounts or refunds will be given for service disruptions. "The Banana Stand" is a premier vacation rental property provided by Port A Escapes, professionally managed to ensure that everything is expertly handled before your arrival, and includes: - 24/7 guest support - Professional cleaning to the highest standards - Pre-arrival inspection performed by one of our team members - Clean towels and linens - A well-equipped kitchen - These starter supplies are provided in the property as a convenience until you can go shopping: hand/bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge.
LOCATION (Located in Ocean Village in Port Aransas, Texas) — just minutes from Port Aransas Beach, local restaurants, shopping, and popular island attractions. Port Aransas Beach (1 mi) Horace Caldwell Pier (2 mi) Roberts Point Park (3 mi) Mustang Island State Park (15 mi) Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington in Corpus Christi (35 mi).
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Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,485 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves, while Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, parasailing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
Is Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Situated on the stock pond at Ocean Village, adjacent to the neighborhood pool a located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Mustang Island Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Holiday Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Amazing home away from home! Lots to do, lots of room for kids to play, pool was close by, along with beautiful view of a pond! Can’t wait to come back!
It was an absolute blast staying at this house and it was very close to the beach and all the restaurants. Would definitely recommend for all types of groups!
Took some teen boys for spring break. Lots of comfortable beds and underneath is the perfect place for the kids to hang out, by the pool and fishing pond.
Colleen G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Scott W.
21 Mar 2025
Winter Escape
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a good time at the Banana stand. Plenty of room for up to 10 people. Nice neighborhood with plenty of area to walk the dog. Had a couple of small issues that were taken care of quickly.
Wish there was better direct access to the beach but if you're just out for a stroll, this is perfect. Too far away though to carry all your stuff with you LOL. Gotta rent a cart (unless you want the salt on your vehicle). Right beside the pool, great for the kids we had along with us.
Theresa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
3 Jun 2024
Amazing Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This home was perfect for our 1st big family vacation. It was close to the beach and stores. The view was of the pond was beautiful. I hope we get a chance to plan another stay here.
Chris H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shanda M.
30 May 2025
Beach Tradition
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was perfect for our needs! Close to the pool and pond. Well equipped for cooking. The only kitchen issue was the knocked every time it tried to make ice, but never actually made any. That as only a minor issue though. Otherwise, we thoroughly enjoyed it!! We would definitely recommend this house to anyone considering it.
fun spot, great house very close to beach! Bedrooms and bunks were great with lots of space to spread out. Kitchen/eating area was super tiny, table wedged in front of the fridge in a very small area BUT if family dinners are not your bag, this place was perfect! -ad says propane grill, but was not propane. Other than, that our stay was great, the management company was SUPER easy for check-in and out process also. The outdoor area downstairs is really cool too, lots of covered area with a great view of the pond and two awesome decks to sit on!
Karla G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Foster Angels o.
7 May 2024
Nice
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This place was perfect for us. I love the layout. However, the refrigerator smelled bad, and the ice and water were bad. It needs a filter. So, we couldn't get ice or water from the refrigerator.
This beach house had plenty of room for our family, 2 seniors, 2 adults, 3 kids under 7, and 3 dogs. We enjoyed watching the turtles on the pond, sunset and the pool was next door.
Beds were comfy and kitchen well stocked with necessities. My only disappointment was, the AC went out on day 2., inside temp was 85. The repair people couldn't fix it. The management notified us at 11:30 at night that we could move to another unit. A bit late to be moving 3 sleeping kids and our belongings. We waited till morning. Packed up, tidied the unit and moved into the new unit. This was a bit inconvenient as we couldn't make our scheduled morning activities. We would defiantly come back if the AC was repaired.
Jackie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Caroline W.
15 Aug 2024
Needs maintenance
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Two families met up for a 4 day /night break before back to school. Pictures are misleading in size - definitely using a wide angle lens. Actual living room area is pretty compact and couch holds 4 people max to watch any tv. Others have to sit in the kitchen. Vinyl flooring is popping/warped in multiple high traffic areas, sunken floor in spots (possibly related to house being on beams, but obvious), broken ice maker in freezer. Requested maintenence for icemaker, but no one came as promised. Be prepared to buy ice, any spices needed (spice rack is mostly empty and NO sign of even salt & pepper). No beach equipment at all to use (towels, chairs, umbrella, wave boards, etc). Cable/ wifi/ internet almost non-exsistent. Water pressure in our bathroom showers was trickling, but at least it was hot. A simple shower to rinse off the sand will take 3 times as long as it should (actually, outside shower before you go upstairs has great water pressure, so we took our shampoo/conditioner down there to clean our hair). Community pool is very misleading in pictures - about the size of a hot tube and is full if one family is already there (and I don't want to know what's in the water). Pond behind unit breeds mosquitos and so sitting outside downstairs was not possible. Area seems safe enough and we didn't have any issues with neighbors being too loud, parties, etc. Sufficient parking in tandem under unit for 2 large vehicles. Overall, for the price we paid with no direct beach access behind community, I expected more.
Overall an excellent stay. Very beautiful, very relaxing, and clean. Plenty of things to do at the property so you don’t feel the need to leave in order to be entertained.
Great and easy check in process! I would recommend letting guests know in advance how well stocked the place is so they don’t bring unnecessary stuff like coffee maker, blender, etc. Good WiFi too!
House was awesome. Would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a place at Port A. House was beautiful and convenient to beach as well as town. Could not of asked for a better experience!!!
Had a great time with kids and Grands in our VRBO! Unit looked to be a little more isolated in the pics…ended up in a cluster of rentals and was very loud at night, even though quiet time was supposed to start at 10:00. House was pretty nice…very functional for our family.
Jeff G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
A guest from Atascosa, TX
6 Aug 2025
Good location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The stay was ok but in the middle of the second night we lost internet connection and the house had small roaches. The location was good and it was next to the pool.
This property is super close to the beach, right on the neighborhood pond, and directly next door to the pool. Made our vacation super fun and convenient.
Abigail B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
TAMMY C.
26 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Clean space
House was not fully cleaned when we arrived.Space was smaller then pictures showed. But over all it was good
TAMMY C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
TIEYNCE K.
15 Jul 2025
Not bad could be better
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The stay was great but when we got there it was not completely clean there was dip bottles left on the porch, we found several cockroches around the house, their was frozen shrimp in the freezer and the freezer was disgusting of odor from fish an shrip. We went to use the pots and pans and I had to wash they were greasy.
TIEYNCE K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Jun 2023
Fun time
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great place to stay