This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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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.
This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck
San Souci GW109 - Pet-friendly, coastal home with Gulf views, expansive decks, and direct beach access.
WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY San Souci offers a relaxed coastal experience with multiple spacious decks and sweeping Gulf views. With a thoughtful multi-level layout, this home is designed for families and groups to gather, unwind, and enjoy time together just steps from the beach.
HIGHLIGHTS Expansive decks with Gulf views and outdoor seating Boardwalk access to the beach nearby Open living area with plenty of space for groups Primary suite with views of the beach Bunk room ideal for kids or larger groups Located in the Gulf Waters Resort
WHAT TO EXPECT From the moment you arrive, the outdoor spaces stand out. Multiple decks provide the perfect setting for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or simply enjoying the sound of the waves and coastal breeze.
Inside, the open floor plan creates a welcoming space for gathering. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparing meals, while the living area offers comfortable seating for your group to relax after a day at the beach.
The layout is spread across multiple levels, offering both privacy and flexibility. The primary suite features direct views of the beach and a spacious bathroom with a soaking tub and separate shower. Additional bedrooms include a mix of king, queen, and bunk setups, making this home ideal for families and groups of all sizes.
Whether you are spending your days at the beach, relaxing on the deck, or enjoying time together inside, this home offers a comfortable and memorable coastal stay.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Bedroom 1: Queen bed with shared bath Bedroom 2: King bed with shared bath Bedroom 3: King bed with ensuite bath Bedroom 4: Queen bed with ensuite bath Bedroom 5: Two sets of full bunk beds with ensuite bath
HOME FEATURES Multi-level layout with spacious living areas Open kitchen, dining, and living space Fully equipped kitchen Free private Wi-Fi Smart TVs throughout Washer and dryer
OUTDOOR FEATURES Multiple decks with Gulf views Outdoor seating areas BBQ grill available
COMMUNITY FEATURES – GULF WATERS RESORT Gated community Community swimming pool Direct beach access via boardwalk Well-maintained resort setting
PARKING Maximum of 4 vehicles allowed No street parking permitted No boats or trailers allowed per HOA
PET POLICY Pet friendly property Up to 3 pets allowed Pet fee: $100 plus tax per pet, per stay Additional pet cleaning fee: $25 plus tax per stay Proof of vaccination required for all pets at check-in per HOA Failure to provide documentation may result in eviction
GOLF CART POLICY Golf cart pass required through Gulf Waters Fee of $3 per day per golf cart Golf carts must be rented on-site through Gulf Waters
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2 night minimum stay, 3 night minimum required during summer holidays Primary guest must be at least 25 years old Signed rental agreement and valid ID required Monthly rentals available January and February only No Klarna or Affirm payments accepted Wi-Fi and cable service may be limited due to coastal conditions
GUEST SERVICES 24/7 guest support Professionally cleaned property Pre-arrival inspection Clean towels and linens Fully equipped kitchen Starter supplies including soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and sponge
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS Direct boardwalk access to the beach Port Aransas Beach – steps away Horace Caldwell Pier – 7 miles Roberts Point Park – 8 miles Mustang Island State Park – 8 miles Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington – 20 miles
Port A Escapes makes every effort to ensure accuracy; however, details may change without notice and may contain errors or omissions.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 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
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 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.
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 on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Whitecap Beach. Roberts Point Park and Texas Sealife 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 This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck located?
This Port Aransas holiday home is on the beach, steps from Mustang Island Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Holiday Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Mustang Island State Park and Nature Preserves are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This beachfront home has some of the best views in Port Aransas! Sit on the deck Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
Very clean and well appointed property right on the beach with very friendly and helpful office staff.
linda p.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
4 Dec 2024
Great Experience
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:
Beautiful home with plenty of room for our family.
Douglas D.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robert H.
8 Jul 2024
Beach trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
On a scale of 1-5 I would give San Souci a 3.5 but I wou rent it again because of its size, location and amenities. Needs a new BBQ pit badly, grass needed cutting,no soap in bathrooms , hose faucets in back broken,dishwasher not working well
Great location and access to beach. Glad to have access to garage for parking extra cars. Some of the beds were too high for my pregnant daughter so we had to switch up arrangements. The downstairs bunk room was great and my Grandson loved having a TV to play his games.We did have a problem with the refrigerator. The ice maker was froze up and the refrigerator struggled to stay cold. We also noticed water pooling on the floor. Also the large burner on the stove was not heating.
Kimmy E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
3 Dec 2024
Great Experience
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:
Beautiful home with plenty of room for our family.
Douglas D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
2 Sept 2025
Amazing home conveniently located
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 five-bedroom home exceeded our expectations. The rooms are incredibly spacious, and the phenomenal deck offers a view that's perfect for a multi-family gathering. The location is excellent, with easy golf cart access to the boardwalk. The pool and hot tub are also just a short walk away and were very well-maintained. Overall, this is a fantastic place for families to stay.
Greg M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sherry S.
25 Sept 2022
Family vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was very nice
House was nice but also located in the back of am Rv park. You can see the ocean from the second and 3rd floor but not the first. Access to beach is close by with a golf cart.
Ricky H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judy V.
24 Sept 2022
Great 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:
Perfect weekend. The house was perfect and located close to beach we were able to focus on our family without any worries.
Very nice house! It is either a recent build or recent remodel. Very clean and no little (or big) maintenance issues. Very well stocked. Very roomy and comfortable.
Even though previous tenants left very late, the management company let us know and were very accommodating about everything. House was clean and ready about 1 1/2 hours late. House is so close to beach and has beautiful views from all floors. We had a great time and loved the house.
Karen B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lori D.
5 Jan 2023
Family Christmas 2022
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 do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family enjoyed a get together after Christmas in Port A at this clean, roomy, beautifully maintained home on the beach. We enjoyed the beach, the heated pool and shops in town along with evenings of games with the family. Make the trip, well worth it!
Lori D.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Debbie K.
12 Jun 2022
Great Vacay Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful views of the gulf, close to beach access walkover, roomy for our large family, the grandgirls loved the bunkroom, Gulf Water facilities were enjoyed - the pool was a hit! Large equipped kitchen! All very clean! Over all it was a great place to stay and make those memories. Only thing to make it perfect is to have more comfortable seating that accommodates everyone in the main living room and dining area.
The home was lovely and certainly provided sufficient space for our family gathering. The house was not properly cleaned upon our arrival and we couldn't open one of the back doors but Harry replied quickly and had a repairman take care of the door. They also offered to send a housekeeper but we did not want anyone in the house due to Covid so I cleaned it up myself. Port A Escapes was very easy to work with and always had an immediate reply to my email. I would rent the house again as it is a wonderful location, right on the beach with amazing views. The kitchen was nicely stocked with pots, pans, dishes, silverware, linens, etc and even a waffle maker!
MICHELLE D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
jean c.
19 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
Great house/Check in Problems
This great house is located within the Gulf Waters RV Park. Not only having to pick up the entrance key that only opened the back door, renters have to check in with the office at the RV Park. When we did, because we had brought 2 dogs, we were asked for their rabies vaccination numbers or else board them. We had NOT been informed of this policy which caused a lot of consternation since it was 4 o"clock on Friday. Eventually, we were allowed until Monday to get the numbers from our vets. I was NOT happy to start my vacation this way. The good part was that the house was great and the rest of our vacay turned out fine!
jean c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Wendy R.
1 Dec 2025
Thanksgiving Family Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My entire extended family enjoyed our stay @ San Souci. Our family owns a lot on Gulf Waters & we all wanted to be together for Thanksgiving so we rented this house. Overall, a decent place, but probably won't stay at again. Fridge never cooled down in the 5 days we were there. Fridge filter kept leaking and leaving huge leaks on kitchen floor. The fridge water filter was located at the bottom of the fridge and was black and dirty and needed to be replaced. Disposal did not worked and leaked all under cabinet so we could not use one side of the sink all week. There was already a "catch tray" underneath disposal which leads me to believe they were aware of the leak. Understandable it was Thanksgiving so no answer from maintenance. emailed management with issues upon departure and received no response for 3 days until I emailed again. Cleaning should focus on vacuum of floors and carpeted area. They were covered with debris and looks like they just vacuumed around the chairs and furniture. My sister had to vacuum the entire living/dining area. Location of property was really the best part of our week. Agree with other reviews that house needs some updating and there needs to be more comfortable seating to accommodate everyone. Folding chairs provided were so rickety no one dared to sit in them. Great views from the balcony for sure.
While we had a great time and enjoyed the property there were a few problems that should not have happened. I saw that there was an issue with the fridge and ice maker in a May review and assumed it would be taken care of in the month before we arrived, my bad. Upon arrival we discovered there was no ice maker at all. It had been removed but not replaced. The property description listed an ice maker. There was an additional refrigerator in the dining room but it didn’t have an ice maker either. The main refrigerator leaked all over the floor constantly. We notified the management company who said they would send someone out but nobody came so we constantly changed towels at the base of the fridge to protect the flooring. Also the amenities listed hair dryers but we couldn’t locate any. The baby gates we not sturdy enough to keep our toddlers off the stairs so we had to purchase our own. There were salt and pepper shakers however they were empty. I guess we are spoiled from other rentals with a whole group of spices to get us started. Most of these problems should have been handled prior to our arrival or at least notified us of the issues before hand.
Linda C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
24 Oct 2022
Very Disappointed is the under statement of the year
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
To start with the house is at the end of a RV park which requires you to drive through the park to go anywhere. This certainly wasn’t disclosed. I have never written a negative review but feel compelled to do so here. I won’t go into detail about the sinks that drained slow, the screwed up ice maker, the obvious deferred maintenance, etc. I will leave you with this, if someone offered to pay me to stay here a week, all my guest and I would 100% decline the offer. This was the biggest waste of money in all my years of vacationing.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Peggy W.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual extended family vacay
We waited too long to book our annual family trip to port A and this was one of the only places available large enough for our group of 14. I felt like it was a hassle to hav to check at both Port A Escapes as well as the Gulf Waters office. The home on located in the back of an nice RV resort bit the oversight seems overkill. We were made to wear wrest bands and have parking permits on our cars. They patrolled the area at all times and reported any cars parked incorrectly or without a permit. I guess this is where some of your money for added fees goes. When we arrived the cleaning lady was still at work even though it was after 4 pm. The lawn in the backyard wasn’t mown and had grass burrs and there were light bulbs out in caribou’s rooms throughout the house. Normally this would seem minor but we paid a ridiculous amount of $$ in rent + fees (over $6k for three mights) for this place so we expected it to be top notch.
It WAS roomy but there was only a tv in one bedroom (though 2 more on common areas) and the WiFi was very spotty. Several things were broken - the keurig, a chair on the back porch, the remotes were all missing backs, etc. Overall this place doesn’t seem to be well maintained for the price. It is at the back of a fancy RV resort that is very particular about everything you do so I expected the home to be in better condition.
We never used the pool or activity/fitness center so I can’t comment on them. It was nice to be within walking distance of the beach via the boardwalk, but the beach access road is very far in either direction so if you need to bring a vehicle to the beach it is a LONG drive.
We’ve been coming to Port A every summer for most of my life (45 years) and staying in various places and this place didnt live up to expectations.
Peggy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
3 May 2023
Port A Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property was very comfortable and the view was just exactly what we were looking for. The home was generally clean inside. The outside could use a little TLC. It was well supplied in the kitchen for all our needs. The beds were comfortable. The only issues we encountered was the washing machine, which was finally taken care of. The dryer's front panel was loose and made some noise when running. We had some "alerts" that went off in the middle of the night. The refrigerator didn't seem like it kept things cold enough and we followed the instructions upon arrival. We did not use the dishwasher as the racks were pretty rusty. That did not pose a problem for us. We have rented this property again for next year so are happy to recommend. Thank you.
Kevin H.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Rita R.
4 Jan 2022
Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Not enough sitting area One sofa & two chairs was very under furnished Beds were not comfortable at all
This was an amazing house we loved ! It was very clean!! The 1 st floor was perfect for the teens!!
Patty Ann S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
anthony c.
3 Aug 2021
What a great time and experience!
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:
We had an excellent vacation getaway with the whole family and this home was perfect for handling the 12 of us. Great memories were made and the home contributed to that with its close proximity to the beach and ocean views. The house has all you need to keep everyone comfortable and happy!The management TEAM was friendly and helpful. They were quick to respond to WIFI connection issue which was a quick and easy resolution.My Mom and Dad, brothers and sister along with their families thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. I recommend this property to anyone in search of great memories to be had!
anthony c.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Comanche, TX
16 Jul 2021
Fantastic Location
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:
Fantastic location and very clean and perfect place for family
A guest from Comanche, TX
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
MIHIR M.
24 Jun 2021
Great house very bad house keeping
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was great. Well equipped with anything you would need. But the house was not cleaned properly by the housekeeping. Even the linen was not changed on all beds. We had to find extra linen and change it. The bunk bed was broken on our arrival and when notified to the management they didn’t fix it that night and we had to sleep on floor. They fixed it the next day. With cleaning fee of $300+ we expected a cleaner house.