Title: Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk 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 condo # Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach Beachfront condo in Port Aransas with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91333900/91333851/43cc0591.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91333900/91333851/917b26d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91333900/91333851/a539cf3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91333900/91333851/3e11fad4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91333900/91333851/e339f040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to IR127 Sea Kissed, a newly remodeled studio at Island Retreat. This beautiful unit features an ocean-inspired design with calming hues of blue, aqua, and tan. Enjoy two shared pools, two boardwalks to the beach with rinsing stations for your convenience. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4738 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach IR127 Sea Kissed, Efficiency Studio, 1BA, 4 Guests, 2 Shared Pools, 2 Boardwalks, Shared Charcoal Grills, No Pets Allowed, Golf Cart Accessible, Parking Passes for 2 Vehicles Only Sea Kissed, at Island Retreat is a stunning studio first floor condo that is sure to please, whether you are staying for a short weekend get a way, or a two week vacation, this unit has it all. Located at the ever-popular Island Retreat, off of 11th street, you will have quick access to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Some of the best amenities are; not one, but two boardwalks to the beach, two large, shared pools, shared charcoal grills, and much more. Sea Kissed has been recently totally remodeled and is decorated in exquisite calming ocean hues of blue, aqua, and tan, with pops of yellow, and orange. The kitchen has all new sleek stainless-steel appliances, plus a dishwasher a nice size stainless sink, all cookware, and utensils needed to prepare your meals, and a regular drip coffee maker. There is a built in bar along the wall that serves as your dining table, and it has four colorful barstools. The living area has a soft pleasing sofa, that also pulls out into a full sized sleeper, two matching side chairs, a chest and a large screen TV with cable and Wi-Fi. The sleeping area is right nest to the living area and has a lovely queen size bed, nightstands and lamps. The sliding glass doors lead out to the patio, where you will find great patio furniture to sit out and greet the day. The full bath has a gorgeous, tiled shower, and a granite vanity with a sink. Walk over the boardwalk for a day at the beach, come back and cool off in one of the two shared pools. This complex is approximately 1.2 miles to restaurants, shops and nightlife. Laundry facilities on the premises are open during the day and closed at night. Come on down to Port A and get your Sea Kissed... Things to know: 1 Queen Sofa Sleeper - Full Bed Please bring coffee and filters. Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information: • 2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 9am – 10pm • 2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station • Basketball Court • Tennis and Pickle ball court • Sand Volleyball • Playground • Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex • Private Event Room - Call for details • 24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated) • Sorry, No Pets Allowed • Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required • All Vehicles require a parking pass • No Grilling within 20ft of any building Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm STR #248295 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 738 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63530000/63522300/63522223/e389f5d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boutique Beachfront Resort Condominium with Beach Boardwalk | Casa Condo 506 Port Aransas - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=63522223&PinnedHotelID=63522223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93186400/93186365/afe87ae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Mirage Condo 240 Beachfront Resort Condominiums with Private Boardwalk to Beach Port Aransas - Sea view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=93186365&PinnedHotelID=93186365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92860000/92859900/92859863/dcc88c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandcastle Condominiums Unit 414 Port Aransas - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=92859863&PinnedHotelID=92859863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514200/76514185/w2023h1367x0y0-6928a1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandcastle Condominium Unit 215 Port Aransas - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=76514185&PinnedHotelID=76514185&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63530000/63521700/63521601/de58ce24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boutique Beachfront Resort Condominium with Beach Boardwalk | Casa Condo 101 Port Aransas - Hot tub - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=63521601&PinnedHotelID=63521601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20100000/20091700/20091687/da15826c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach front condo, great baloncy to view sunrise & sunset! 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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 and a deadlock 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. ### Property is also known as 588872 ## 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%7C27.81150%2C-97.07162&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1K7aLCa-5wPJUdtuAqh_DiGFv5c=) Port Aransas, TX #### What's nearby - Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - IB Magee Beach Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles - Port Aransas Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬13 min walk - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive - ‪Black Marlin - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach located? > Situated on the beach, this condo building is steps from Holiday Beach and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk 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 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra B. 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Great cozy condo! Just what I wanted for our girls trip. This condo is steps away from the beach and close to town. My girls and I wanted a relaxing beach getaway and this condo delivered! Will definitely book again! ##### Sandra B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia R. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved my stay Great location. Decorating theme was so fun. Cleanliness was excellent. Pool clean, huge, some shaded seating provided. A few floats made it more fun! Very nice grilling area. Also very clean and well maintained. Met a few of the groundskeepers. They worked tirelessly and were committed to making the outdoor environment lovely and groomed. ##### Lydia R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michelle b. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach Stay House and community were perfect! The restaurants and coffee shops had great food. We would stay here again, very relaxing and so close to beach! ##### michelle b. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanine P. 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First timers Very clean and quite for the most part. We stayed at one of the downstairs and people above had small children that liked to run around and scream while they played but that’s to be expected. Parking kinda sucked only because there wasn’t enough parking spots for the Walk to the beach was not bad and it was nice having chairs outside and a shower to rinse off. Definitely will stay again ##### Jeanine P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie P. 12 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring break My little family (2 boys ages 10 amd 14) enjoyed our stay! Definitely will be back. ##### Leslie P. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Coral C. 28 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Location is right by the beach, decor is very nice, stocked with everything you need, communication was great! I only wish the weather had cooperated but, oh well, nothing that can be done about that! Would definitely rent this place again if available! ##### Coral C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer B. 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian H. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Brian H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber M. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Amber M. 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