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Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach!

Vacation home with kitchen, near Port Aransas Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
In the heart of Port Aransas, The Sunshine Shack offers a warm welcome with its colorful living/dining area and spacious kitchen. Unwind on the covered deck or enjoy gulf breezes in the large patio and fenced yard shared by this dog-friendly complex.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach!

The Sunshine Shack is a bright and welcoming 2-bedroom, 1-bath detached cottage in the heart of Port Aransas. While it's tucked away in a quiet enclave, it is within walking distance of many shops, restaurants, and other attractions and is only a few blocks from the beach. Inside, you'll find a colorful and spacious living/dining area off of a large kitchen that has what you need to cook the catch of the day. There is a covered deck out front to relax and enjoy the Gulf breezes. The two bedrooms share a full bath with a tub/shower combination. Each bedroom has a king bed and plenty of closet space. In the hall is a laundry closet with a full size washer and dryer. Please bring your preferred laundry detergent.

Outside, you'll find a large patio for enjoying the gulf breezes and a fenced SHARED yard that is shared by the complex for your four-legged friends to use. We've just added a shared breezeway for the complex with covered seating and a game area. It's a perfect place to unwind after a day at the beach.

This property is DOG friendly. We welcome well trained dogs (no puppies) that are not labeled as "aggressive breeds" with a limit of 2 dogs with a total weight under 100 lbs. We charge a $50 pet fee per dog (covers entire stay) and ask that you pick up after them when they do their duties outside and kennel or crate them if they are left home alone. If you are bringing a dog, please message us the breed, age and weight of your dog so we can pre-approve them. Unreported dogs will result in a $200 fee, and may result in immediate eviction without reimbursement for the entire reservation.

Cable television and wireless internet is included with your stay. There are 2 parking spaces in front of the cottage for you to park your vehicles. Any additional cars, boats or trailers will need to be parked on the street.

The Sunshine Shack is part of a five-unit property, so additional units can be rented to accommodate larger groups. Please contact us for details or with assistance in booking multiple units.

City of Port Aransas Rental Registration #002567

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact us for size/breed limitations.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Holiday Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach! located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holiday Beach and Port Aransas Beach. Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Sunshine Shack - 2 bedroom, In-Town, Dog Friendly, Near the Beach! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

It was a beautiful cabin and perfect location in town!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawna b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

The location was great close to town and beach! Very dog freindly and very clean. Would recommend staying again in future .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Yvette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Enjoyed the weekend, nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The house was perfect for our four adults. Great location. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, nice, great location

Loved that we were in walking distance of many things to do. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This is a cute stand alone house in a great location. Hosts were very good at communicating all info. Also dog friendly is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location!

This spot is the perfect location for your stay in Port Aransas. It's conveniently located in the center of town and is in walking distance to everything. My family and I truly enjoyed this property and will definitely stay again as well as recommend it to family and friends. Great choice:)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy

Loved our stay, the house was cozy and clean-perfect for our family of 6. Very accessible and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew, Bobbi, and Nancy are wonderful hosts. Their communication and feedback is second to none. The property was exactly as advertised and was perfect for my family and I. Should any of their properties meet your criteria, I strongly encourage you to entertain reserving one of their properties.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great access to the water and located in a quiet neighborhood.

It was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Raye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved the Sunshine Shack!

We really enjoyed our stay here! Our lab loved it also! Cute, clean, comfortable house, great central location, with excellent communication with property managers. We will definitely stay again when we get the chance!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kinlee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!

Will definitely book again and again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant

Great amenities and great location. Only our second time staying in a VRBO, and it is really the best option for an extended stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place! Will rent again.

Location is amazing! We jad all of the essentials. Close to shops and all of the activities in town. Also, super close to the beach. Owners are amazing and easy to get in touch with! We had a great time; thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

We stayed 3 comfortable days. Property was clean and inviting. Everything that we needed. Could not ask for better.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy

Property was better than expected, close to everything. Had a blast, thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Sunshine Shack had everything we needed for our stay. We just had to buy groceries and snacks. Walking distance to eateries and shops. It can be a little noisey in the early morning hours due to the 24-hour eatery close by, but nothing a box fan can't cover up. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little home

This home was perfect for us. The location was great - close to the beach, eating places & shopping. It had 2 super soft king beds & a cozy front porch. The owners responded within a couple of minutes when we text with questions. Recommend it.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We were there for Sandfest 2023. The living area is small, we would have liked one more chair for the living area. Some updates could be done but we would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will Come Back

My wife and I were looking for a quick getaway with our two pets, (dogs). The whole process from start to end was excellent. The place was clean and actually as close as it was to businesses it was quiet. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Two kings!!!

Overall this listing is exactly as detailed. The hosts were super amazing with their communication and definitely went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay here and would definitely stay again. Only thing I found wrong with the stay was one remote control in the bedroom didn’t work properly. Wasn’t really an issue though with the Roku app on my phone. AC worked a little too well lol and the house was nice and clean it was perfect for my family of 6.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Last minute booking for my adult kids birthday- they loved it. It was perfect and what a great location. Super close to everything- stores, grocery, beach, carts. It was spotless. We thought it would smell like dog, but zero scent of animal in the place. If you are bringing a dog- there is an extra $50 cleaning fee - very reasonable- just not obvious on the price details of the Vrbo website. Still recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This is a cute house.. perfect for 2 couples! Perfect location, clean, comfortable beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property close to the beach!

Excellent stay for us! Nice house located close to the beach for a reasonable price. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022