Title: Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! 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 # Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! Holiday home in Port Aransas with private pool and kitchen ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88360000/88351200/88351118/1fdd458e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88360000/88351200/88351118/f17e479a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88360000/88351200/88351118/593fee42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88360000/88351200/88351118/27a1e97c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88360000/88351200/88351118/0e21b01e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Hakuna Matata EP629 offers a modern retreat perfect for multi-family or generational getaways. Enjoy quick access to town, a short cart drive to the beach, and unwind in the private pool. With ample seating in the living room, washer and dryer for convenience, BBQ grill available for outdoor gatherings. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 142306 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - 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. ### Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! Hakuna Matata EP629 is a beautiful modern home! On the ground floor you will find the first two suites. To the left, the first offering a king and sleeper sofa. Complete with kitchenette and full bath. To the right, the second offers a twin over queen bunk bed, kitchenette and full bath, and a door leading out to the pool. Upstairs, to the left side, the two bedroom suite. The first is a king, with a full bath. The second offers two bunks with a full bath. Complete with a kitchenette. To the right, you will find the main living space. Offering a king suite and full bath. There is also a washer and dryer, half bath, full kitchen, a living room with ample seating and a sleeper sofa in this space. Plan a multi-family or generational getaway with quick access to town and a short cart drive to the beach. There is a lift to help bring luggage and groceries to the second floor! Pool can be heated for an additional charge of $100+tax per day for the duration of your stay. Please mention when making reservations! STR#: 370899 HIGHLIGHTS \- Dog-Friendly (restrictions apply, see below) \- Private pool \- Garage access \- Cornhole \- Washer and dryer \- BBQ grill available BEDROOM CONFIGURATION \- Bedroom 1: (Downstairs left) King bed, sleeper sofa \- Bedroom 2: (Downstairs right) Twin over queen bunk \- Bedroom 3: (Upstairs left) King bed \-Bedroom 4: (Upstairs left) 2 twin over full bunks \- Bedroom 5: (Upstairs right) King bed, TV \- Additional Bedding: Sleeper sofa in main living room ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \- A 2-3 night minimum stay is required. \- The minimum age requirement for reserving and check in is 25.  A signed rental agreement with the host and a copy of the contracting guest's drivers license is required \- This is a DOG-FRIENDLY RENTAL. Pet fees are an additional $20.00+tax, per pet, per night. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed. (No Cats Allowed) Additionally, a pet-cleaning fee is also charged, which is $50 for stays of 7 days or less, $75 for stays of 8-29 days, and $100 for stays of 30 or more days. \- PARKING: Guests have access to the house’s car garage, in addition to a large driveway for plenty of parking. \- 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. Hakuna Matata 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 & 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. Port A Escapes has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on this website. However, there is no guarantee that the information is completely accurate, and it may contain errors or omissions. Prices, house contents, and features are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,306 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98480000/98473700/98473660/5fce2356.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marlin Madness, A Grandiose Coastal home with Private Pool and Hot Tub Port Aransas - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=98473660&PinnedHotelID=98473660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90950000/90942200/90942171/3d1b23d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reel Paradise: NEW Luxury 5BR! 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 1373-243488 ## About the area Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near the beach. Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, golfing and fishing. [Visit our Port Aransas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Aransas.dx55180) [View more Holiday homes in Corpus Christi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corpus-Christi-Private-Holiday-Homes.d915-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C27.81331%2C-97.07299&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=meYrjINrXzfXspDw1v2uBlQbCt0=) Port Aransas, TX ### What's nearby - Holiday Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles - IB Magee Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬8 min walk - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive - ‪Black Marlin - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming retreat with private pool, and dog friendly! located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Holiday Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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