Escape to the serene El Cortez on Mustang Island, where this two-bedroom condo offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind in the open living room or relax on the covered patio with an ocean breeze. With access to a shared pool and charcoal grills, as well as golf cart-accessible boardwalk leading to the beach, you'll feel right at home.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 689 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk
Enjoy the peacefulness of El Cortez on Mustang Island, just three miles south of Port Aransas. This two-bedroom ground-floor condo is nestled within the tropical landscape and offers all of the amenities of home. The open living room is made up of an overstuffed couch with plush pillows, two matching armchairs, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the back patio. The full kitchen is equipped with all the things needed to prepare a meal with Corian countertops, crisp white cabinets and stainless steel appliances, a regular drip coffee maker, dishes, basic pots, pans, and utensils. Sit down for meals at the dining table with seating for four and two additional stools at the breakfast bar. The master bedroom with a blue contrasting brick wall (BR1) contains a King bed, a dresser for your beach attire, a closet, and a TV. The ensuite bathroom holds a vanity and tiled shower. This room also has private access to the side patio. The guest bedroom with a gray contrasting brick wall (BR2) is made up of a Queen bed, dresser, and a closet. The ensuite bathroom consists of a vanity and a tiled shower. Take in the ocean breeze while sitting out on the covered patio with your morning coffee or cold beverage. This complex offers a new golf cart-accessible boardwalk to the beach. After a day of fun at the beach, cool off in the shared pool, or grill up snacks and dinner on the shared grills. El Cortez is just five minutes from Port Aransas offering a variety of restaurants, shops, nightlife, and fishing charters.
BR1-King BR2-Queen Living Rm.- Sofa Sleeper
Things to Know: Must be 25 years old to book one of our units. Strictly enforced, ID verified upon check-in. Please provide your own charcoal. Please bring coffee and filters. Pet Friendly ($95 Pet Fee per Pet, Limit 2)
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
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
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
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)
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
Rules
Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.
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 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 EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Port Aransas, this condo 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
Does Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mustang Island Beach and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Palmilla Beach Golf Club. Port Aransas Beach and Holiday Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Pet Friendly, Ground Floor Condo, Shared Pool, Grills and Boardwalk Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This was one of the best stays I’ve had at a VRBO. The unit was clean, well furnished and stocked and in a great Location. Highly recommend staying here, we will definitely be back.
We stayed with another couple. The condo was the perfect size and layout. Loved that each bedroom had its own private bathroom! We had beach access so using the golf cart was super convenient!
Very nice and cozy condo. Exactly as described. Easy access to beach. A nice more private beach but close enough to drive to numerous restaurants. Iris’s and La Playa are must go tow’s.
The location of the condo in the complex is very convenient. It is in the first row of condos when entering the complex. Parking was sufficient and the proximity to the beach was great. We would stay here again given the opportunity
Overall, we had a really great stay. The place was clean and pretty close to the beach. We only had a few minor issues like the towel rack in the bathroom wouldn’t stay on the walls, and the light in one of the bedrooms wouldn’t stay on. We used the pull out couch for a bed, and we were able to find all the extra linens, except for the pillow cases. We called and asked for them, but never received any. Otherwise, we really enjoyed our stay.
Only had a few minor issues with the rental like hair in drawers and bathrooms, a few locks did not work on the interior doors but the maintenance guys gives those the next day, furniture could use an upgrade for the price we paid for the rental as we have stayed in many condos in the Port Aransas area and have never been disappointed thus far. We were a little curious on the design of the living room as it has a ceiling vent that opens directly into the upstairs loft which Carrie’s all the noise from the living room to the loft a little too well. There are Washar and dryer units on the property but we muck rather have them in the unit with us and will probably make that a pre requisite going forward just to help manage the sand and beach clothes/towels better. All appliances worked and had no issues with the Wi-Fi or check in process. We want to buy a property near this location for renting in the future and to stay in when we visit twice a summer.
Stuart K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
26 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Big and not cleaned well
The place was cute but definitely wasn’t cleaned well- left over dried animal feces or throw up in front rug- floors had a those little round stickers stuck in the rugs- floor in guest bedroom had sticky stuff and hair around night stands- I ignored all of that but the first night we got there around midnight the kids came in our room stating therewere bugs in their bed. I instantly freaked out, thinking it was bedbugs. However, it was not. It looked like some kind of termite or carpenter Ant I notified the place the next day as there is about 20 to 30 bugs in their bed. They said they were sending a cleaning crew over. It didn’t appear like anything was cleaned that day/that next night there was about 50 or more bugs in the bed-called emergency house cleaning all they could do is change the bedding out the next day they were supposed to send a a pest control guy but they still never cleaned & that next night there was still 50 to 100 bugs in the bed. They continued to crawl on the girls while they slept. I then moved them to the couch and put my uncle in the bedroom and he stated they crawled on him too. We had already taken the bedding outside with all the bugs, but more just kept coming in. They only compensated us for a cleaning fee. I feel like this was unacceptable to sleep with bugs in a bed every night not just a few but 50 or more. I feel like we should’ve been refunded as it was a miserable stay being up all night with bugs crawling over-
The actual condo was very clean & updated. The check in & check out process was very easy. Communication with property was simple. There is construction when you turn in which made it a little challenging at times to navigate the road with all of the contractors vehicles. The pool was small & nice, could use a little more shade & updating (top stair near deeper end was broken)
Overall great stay, good value for the price.