Title: Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! Family-friendly holiday home in Port Aransas with an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74160000/74154800/74154733/22bacab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74160000/74154800/74154733/2a1b9f00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74160000/74154800/74154733/4729bb1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74160000/74154800/74154733/7b81f98a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74160000/74154800/74154733/c6fc2400.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 12 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 323693 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! Welcome to the Red Marlin! Located on the corner of Beach Access 1A and 11th Street, this island gem is approximately a 400 yard walk (3-5 minutes) to the beach or a minute by beach cart. When you're not enjoying the close proximity to the beach, relax and enjoy a cold beverage while taking in the cool gulf breeze alongside your own heated pool. The pool area features a beautiful "beach-entry" style in-ground pool, BBQ grill, surfboard cabana table, and beautiful island décor to top off this coastal bend retreat. With 12 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, the Red Marlin accommodates up to 32 guests and is ideal for family gatherings, weddings, reunions, fishing trips, and corporate retreats. The property is divided into two separate floors--each with six bedrooms (two with king beds, two with queen beds, and two bunk rooms) and four baths. Each has a large living/dining area where your group can gather and a full kitchen. The upper floor has a balcony overlooking Beach Access Road 1-A and a large covered deck overlooking the pool that is perfect for morning coffee or a cold drink at the end of the day. The lower floor has a large covered patio where you can relax after a swim in the pool. Across the patio is another building housing the game rooms and laundry facilities. Downstairs you'll find ping-pong, foosball, and a game table to entertain the kids after a day at the beach. Upstairs is a game/poker room with a wet bar and a laundry room with two sets of machines. Wireless internet and smart televisions with a standard cable package are also provided. The Red Marlin is in the Port A "golf cart zone" which means you can use a cart to get to the beach, shop or dine downtown, or just enjoy the many attractions on the island. The beach is a five-minute walk or about a minute by cart or car and there is shopping within a block of the property. The Red Marlin is unmatched on the island. It's a place you'll want to return to and make lasting memories. We hope you visit us in iconic Port A soon! City of Port Aransas Rental Registration #009366 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 12 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Heated pool - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,693 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115430000/115427300/115427300/0f798b7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Beachside Homes, Sleeps 29 | Resort Pool, Walk to the Beach, Private Yards Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=115427300&PinnedHotelID=115427300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101339600/101339588/7677a1cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Heated Pool and 2 Golf Carts Included, Pet Friendly Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=101339588&PinnedHotelID=101339588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115070000/115069000/115068969/af8c2bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleeps 33! 4 Condos, Walk to the Beach, Resort-Style Pool, Endless Summer Resort Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=115068969&PinnedHotelID=115068969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![7 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101450000/101445400/101445319/d07c81e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Beautiful Beach House with private pool close to everything in town & beach. 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No smoking of any kind is allowed in the house, the game rooms, or the pool area. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings All events need to be approved by the manager. ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 32 Note from host: All events need to be approved by the manager. 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 and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.80527%2C-97.08062&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mlj-_abZYgCC9_O5Zsobr4Jy0AQ=) Port Aransas, TX #### What's nearby - Mustang Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Holiday Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - North Padre Island Beach - 21 min drive - 21.0 miles #### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬20 min walk - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive - ‪Coffee Waves - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! located? > This family-friendly Port Aransas holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Mustang Island Beach and Holiday Beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bring your Big Group, 12 BR/8 BA, Private Pool, Walk to the Beach! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle B. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big property great for a big family. Close to the Beach 9 of us enjoyed our stay here. It was walking distance from the beach and there was plenty of ##### Michelle B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janis B. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Plenty of room. Younger people really enjoyed the game room. ##### Janis B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getsway We had such a great time and this house was perfect for our large family to all be together under one roof. Lots of space to spread out. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Insha D. 26 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Birthday Ever I celebrated my 25th birthday in Port Aransas with my large group of friends and family and it was the most amazing birthday I’ve ever had! There was plenty of space for everyone to enjoy their privacy. The weather was chilly so the home was perfect for us to stay in and have a wonderful time. If we ever visit Port Aransas again, we will definitely be staying here! ##### Insha D. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica H. 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what we needed for the weekend! The house was perfect for what we needed. It is exactly what is pictured and had plenty of space for 14 teenagers to spread out and enjoy their time in the house. The heated pool was great for our end of Feb stay, the game room got lots of use, both living rooms were large enough for us to hangout and enjoy being a team, and it is a short walk over the hill to the beach! ##### Jessica H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get together Is perfect for a large family group. Close to beach. Really enjoyed this place. Will use it again. ##### John G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alysha R. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay! Had a great time and our guests had a great time. ##### Alysha R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LISA M. 7 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Place to Stay Stayed here for our annual company fishing trip. Had a great stay and would stay here again in the future. ##### LISA M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale H. 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation This was our second year staying at this house. Plenty of room for our big family. Great place. Highly recommended. ##### Dale H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Port Aransas TX great place to stay! We had a great time staying here & will definitely come back. The house was just as described & the host was great with communication. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chas K., Dallas 8 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large Family Vacation Great place for large families. Probably the best place our family of 33 has stayed. ##### Chas K. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew R. 20 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible house! Loved the house and enjoyed the stay. ##### Matthew R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tommy F. 28 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great place turned out to become a great stay. It was what I was looking for when looking for a place to hold our retreat. I couldn't ask for a better place. ##### Tommy F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg H. 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property House was very clean and very fun. Pool was warm and clean. ##### Greg H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim A. 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Perfect place for a large group and convenient for us as we were taking a group of employees fishing in the Bay. Property was amazing. ##### Kim A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Paige C. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Family reunion Plenty of space for all ages. Nice to have downstairs bedrooms for the less mobile. Well equipped kitchens ##### Paige C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aly H. 24 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious and fun stay! We stayed at this house for our company’s team building and it was more than enough space that we could all spread out and enjoy time together. We loved this house and never had a dull moment! Highly recommend! ##### Aly H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bianca A. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a fun weekend It was so fun being together for Easter in this property. The property was beautiful and such a great spot for the family. Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. Will definitely book again ##### Bianca A. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole B. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large Group Getaway This place was just what we needed to start our Summer Break! It was spacious and close to everything we needed. Bobby and family were pleasant to work with. Thank you for a great vacation experience! Hope to be back soon! ##### Nicole B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott A. 29 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Deep sea get away Took a few of our team members to Port A to do some deep sea fishing. It’s not easy to find a place that will sleep 17 adults each in their own bed but this place had the set up with room to spare and the location was awesome. Would recommend staying here for large groups. ##### Scott A. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary K. 12 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy Walk to the Beach This property was everything that was advertised. It was clean, comfortable and a couple of minutes walk to the beach. It has easy access to souvenir shopping, convenience stores and restaurants. ##### Mary K. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Allison S. 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for a large family! We were impressed with the house. Only downside is how busy the streets are next to the house. ##### Allison S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dulce A. 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation It was a great vacation! The house was able to comfortably accomodate all of our family. Our children enjoyed the pool and other amenities. Our hosts were attentive, fast to respond to all of my questions and to resolve concerns. Thank you for a great stay. ##### Dulce A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janis B. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Trip 2024 Sadly, Hurricane Beryl caused the cancellation of our annual family vacation. The owners were very helpful with advice and options, including a refund. We have booked the house for next year, fingers crossed. ##### Janis B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy W. 15 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family & Friends birthday bash Loved this property. A great place for our large group. Bobbi met us when we arrived and pointed out all the great things in this house. Plenty of space for all ages to hang out. We ate, we swam, we went to the beach. It was an amazing weekend. Highly recommend this beautiful place. ##### Amy W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023