Title: Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! 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 # Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469600/24469502/ed491ac0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469600/24469502/13bbcb29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469600/24469502/613497f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469600/24469502/a53b63ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469600/24469502/825a431e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! and take advantage of golfing on-site, a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Pool ## 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. ### Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! \*\*A signed Property Management Rental Agreement Contract is mandatory upon booking. Also required is a copy of your driver's license to receive check-in instructions. Contracting guests of Port A Beach House Company must be 25 years of age or older.\*\* Welcome to Mermaid Retreat – Golf Cart Included & Rooftop Views! Tucked inside the sought-after Village Walk Community, Mermaid Retreat is your hidden Port Aransas gem—perfect for families, groups, and anyone looking to soak up the sun in comfort and style. This spacious, three-story beach home features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and even includes a cozy apartment-style living space on the ground floor, offering extra privacy and flexibility. Enjoy your mornings or evenings on the rooftop viewing deck, where panoramic views of the ocean and town will take your breath away. Prefer a little shade? The second-story deck also offers partial ocean views and plenty of space to kick back with a cold drink in hand. Cruise to the beach, restaurants, shops, and local hot spots in your included golf cart—you're just a short drive from everything Port A has to offer. Whether you're lounging, exploring, or enjoying some well-earned downtime, Mermaid Retreat is your ideal coastal escape. ​​​​​​​Please Note: There is no direct beach access from this home. The nearest access point is Beach Access Road 1-A, located about a mile down the road. \*\*\*Please note that golf cart deliveries are scheduled based on check-in times, typically around 4 PM. Same-day bookings are not guaranteed. For example, if you make a reservation for arrival that same evening, the golf cart may not be delivered until approximately 4 PM the following day. Golf carts are provided through our trusted partner, Joy Golf Carts. After your booking is confirmed, they will reach out to you directly to finalize the rental details. Beach gear credit is included! As a gift to you, this home offers beach gear credit for you to select top-quality beach gear for your vacation stay. You can choose from a range of items, including bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, boogie boards, and more. Simply select the gear you want for your vacation at least 48 hours before your scheduled check-in date, and VayK Gear will take care of the rest! Please note that a small delivery fee may apply. Before traveling to Port Aransas/Village Walk, please plan the correct number of vehicles you drive according to the rules below: 1) Mermaid Retreat provides 4 paved parking spaces for 4 medium-sized vehicles. 2) Parking Tags will be provided by Port A Beach House Company. All tags must be returned to Port A Beach House Company upon checkout. $25.00 replacement fee for each lost tag 3) All vehicles must be parked in the driveway of Mermaid Retreat. No Street Parking, No Parking in Red Zones, and No Parking in other Village Walk Driveways 4) No Boats, Trailers, Buses, or RVs are allowed in Village Walk 5) Towing will be strictly enforced CONDO FEATURES \-House, three stories, and an elevator \-Golf Cart Included! \-NOT PET FRIENDLY \-Fits 2-3 standard vehicles, has garage access \-Bedrooms located on all levels of the home \-Kitchen, Dining, and Living areas \-Flat-screen TVs \-Washer and Dryer in unit \-Hair Dryers BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS (SLEEPS 10) \-Master bedroom: King-size bed \-Second bedroom: Queen size bed \-Third bedroom: 2 sets of Twin over twin bunk beds \-Private downstairs suite: Queen size bed \-Four full bathrooms: Walk-in shower. Shower/tub combination. Half bath KITCHEN & DINING \-Fully equipped kitchen, with basic essential needs \-Dining table with seating for eight \-Breakfast bar with seating for three \-Standard and Keurig coffee maker (Standard coffee/ Keurig combo in downstairs unit) \-Toaster oven (Also in the downstairs unit) \-Crockpot EXTERIOR \-Balcony with chairs \-Patio with chairs \-Corn hole \-Two community pools \-Small Charcoal Grill \-Outside Shower ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \-A two-night minimum stay is required. \-Check-in time is approximate time; housekeeping and maintenance make all attempts to be ready by 4 pm but there is no guarantee. \-STARTER set for guests to include two trash bags, dish soap and two dishwashing pods, one toilet paper roll per bathroom, one paper towel roll, and mini toiletry supplies. Guests SHOULD bring extra amounts of these items as the starter set is for 1 night, and we will not resupply the home. \-Construction is always happening somewhere in Port Aransas; we can't guarantee that you won't hear/see construction, building, or community improvement projects and events during your stay. \-Cable/WIFI is provided as a convenience; Port A does experience outages from time to time. There are no refunds for outages of cable/WIFI or if the city pool is closed for cleaning, repair, or maintenance. \-Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times per year. Our properties are treated by a professional pest control service every month. CLEANING AND INSPECTION \-We use disinfecting products that meet or exceed CDC performance standards. \-Every property is stocked with bath towels & washcloths for the maximum occupancy of the property along with one hand towel per bathroom. \-These complimentary amenities are provided in the property as a convenience until you can go shopping: hand/bath soap, one toilet paper roll per bathroom, one paper towel, two dishwasher pods, two trash bags, and one make-up wipe per bathroom. \-We inspect every property to make sure it is up to standard and ready for your family's arrival. THINGS TO BRING \-Beach/pool towels \-Shampoo & conditioner \-Sunscreen \-Beach gear, toys, chairs, umbrella \-Food, condiments, oils & spices, coffee, etc. \*\*\*WiFi is not compatible with guests working remotely during their stay. We do not guarantee a good connection due to spotty Internet on the island. Max occupancy is 10, and it is regulated by City Ordinance STR #381441 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Gas grill ### 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. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Heated pool - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21700800/21700766/45b97b33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Coastal Home! 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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 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 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. ### Property is also known as Amazing Ocean Views Elevator 2 Heated Shared Pools 481269 ## 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%7C27.81119%2C-97.07316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lbEri6pEbUB0qAIRZqRDOwL-61k=) Port Aransas, TX #### What's nearby - Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - North Padre Island Beach - 22 min drive - 21.6 miles - Texas State Aquarium - 40 min drive - 33.8 miles #### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive - ‪Coffee Waves - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Mermaid Retreat! Ocean Views, Golf Cart and Elevator! located? > Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Holiday Beach, Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier. IB Magee Beach Park and Nature Preserves are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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