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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C

  • Cute As Shell IPE125 – Coastal Retreat with Community Pool, Beach Boardwalk Access, and Spacious Living

    WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY
    Cute As Shell is a bright and welcoming coastal retreat with plenty of room for families and groups to relax and enjoy time together. Located in Island Park Estates on Mustang Island, this inviting home features an open-concept layout, comfortable sleeping arrangements, private patios, and convenient access to the beach. Spend your days enjoying the sand and surf, cool off in the community pool, or unwind at home after a fun-filled day on the island.

    HIGHLIGHTS
    Community swimming pool for relaxing and cooling off
    Convenient boardwalk access to Port Aransas Beach
    Open kitchen, dining, and living areas for gathering
    Spacious bunk room with sleeping space for six
    Private patios with outdoor seating
    Murphy bed in the living area for additional sleeping flexibility
    Golf cart-friendly beach boardwalk
    Convenient location near island dining, attractions, and activities

    WHAT TO EXPECT
    From the moment you walk through the door, Cute As Shell welcomes you with an open layout designed for comfortable coastal living. The kitchen, dining, and living areas flow together, creating a natural gathering space for meals, conversation, and relaxing with family and friends.

    The fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances and plenty of room to prepare meals, while the dining area provides a comfortable place to enjoy time together. Coastal-inspired decor throughout the home adds to the relaxed beachside atmosphere.

    The sleeping arrangements offer flexibility for families and groups. The primary suite features a king bed and private ensuite bathroom, while the second bedroom includes a queen bed, ensuite bathroom, and patio access. The spacious bunk room sleeps six and also provides access to a patio. A Murphy bed in the living area offers additional sleeping space.

    When you're ready to head outdoors, enjoy the private patios and seating areas or take a short stroll to the neighborhood beach boardwalk. The boardwalk is golf cart friendly, making beach trips even more convenient. After a day in the sun, cool off in the community pool or settle in and enjoy a relaxing evening at home.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
    Primary Bedroom: King bed with ensuite bathroom
    Second Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom and patio access
    Third Bedroom: Three sets of bunk beds, sleeping six, with patio access
    Living Area: Murphy bed

    BATHROOMS
    Primary Bedroom: Private ensuite bathroom
    Second Bedroom: Private ensuite bathroom
    Bathroom details for the third bedroom and living area were not provided.

    HOME FEATURES
    Open kitchen, dining, and living space
    Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
    Washer and dryer
    Free private Wi-Fi
    Smart TVs throughout

    OUTDOOR FEATURES
    Private patios
    Outdoor seating areas
    Convenient access to the neighborhood beach boardwalk
    Community pool nearby
    Golf cart-friendly beach boardwalk

    COMMUNITY FEATURES – ISLAND PARK ESTATES
    Community swimming pool
    Boardwalk access to the beach
    Quiet coastal neighborhood

    PARKING
    Standard parking is available
    Please follow all posted community parking guidelines

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION
    Two-night minimum stay; a three-night minimum applies during summer holidays
    Primary guest must be at least 25 years old
    Signed rental agreement and valid identification are required
    This property is not pet-friendly
    Klarna and Affirm payments are not accepted
    Wi-Fi and cable service may be limited due to coastal conditions

    GUEST SERVICES
    Port A Escapes provides the following to help make your stay comfortable:
    24/7 guest support
    Professionally cleaned property
    Pre-arrival inspection
    Clean towels and linens
    Fully equipped kitchen
    Starter supplies, including soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge

    LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
    Port Aransas Beach: Accessible via the neighborhood boardwalk
    Mustang Island State Park: Approximately 3 miles
    Horace Caldwell Pier: Approximately 10 miles
    Roberts Point Park: Approximately 11 miles
    Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington: Approximately 15 miles

    Port A Escapes makes every effort to ensure accuracy; however, property details may change without notice and may contain errors or omissions.

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About the area

Located in Port Aransas, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Padre Island Beach and Whitecap Beach. Texas Sealife Center and Roberts Point Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cave exploring. Visit our Port Aransas travel guide
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • A bird standing in shallow water with a reflection, surrounded by green vegetation and a clear sky.
    Mustang Island State Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal town with residential areas, a highway, and a beach.
    Mustang Island Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a bench overlooking the ocean at sunset.
    Whitecap Beach
    11 min drive - 16.5 km
  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with waves crashing against it.
    North Padre Island Beach
    12 min drive - 17.6 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean with waves crashing in the background.
    Port Aransas Beach
    23 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shore Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Dylan’s Coal Oven Pizzeria Etc
    7 min drive
  • Stout’s At The Shore
    8 min drive
  • Cabana Bar @ Port Royal
    5 min drive
  • C Cafe
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mustang Island State Park and Mustang Island Beach. New Port Pass and Mollie Beattie Coastal Habitat Community are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Welcome to a stunning vacation rental centrally located between Port Aransas & C Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Great get away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect spot
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home and Close Beach

We absolutely loved the house and the room it had for our family and friends. The beach being so close was a blessing as well! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

Great loacation. Listing was accurate. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect house for a beach vacation. Located close to the beach (and the public access road). Spacious home with just about every possible amenity. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home has a very nice set up. We had a comfortable stay with family. We would stay here again. The walk to the beach is 7 minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway for the family. House is as described. The use of the garages was extremely helpful. The kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms had all the amenities necessary for nice vacation stay. The area was nice. Easy to travel in and out to the different areas down there
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Clean house.

House was very clean. Sheets were a bit rough, but we always bring ours. But overall was a great experience. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pretty in Pink

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Cute As Shell! The house was very clean and everyone had a comfortable place to sleep. There's even a Murphy Bed! The kitchen was stocked with all of the essentials we needed to make a few meals with ample place settings. And the location is perfect! It's a 5 minute walk to the beach so you can enjoy the water & waves but pop back home for lunch without attracting a million seagulls.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place, I will book it again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beach rental! The home was clean, well maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable vacation. The setting was lovely, with beautiful beach views and a peaceful atmosphere that made it easy to relax. We would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing beach getaway. I look forward to next year for another vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spring Break

Perfect location and the check in/out process was so easy! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pink House

very clean upon arrival, nice views. would definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was Amazing. Only issues were ants in the kitchen and the fan in the master bedroom did not work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

60th birthday trip!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect! Clean and well maintained. Plenty of room for us! We loved being so close to the beach. We dis not use the neighborhood pool as it was pretty dirty and full of sand.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Place to Stay

We loved the spaciousness of the home and the proximity to the beach. The abundance of restrooms was ideal for our group of eight, four adults and four children. The jetted tub in the master was a blessing to these old bones. We greatly appreciated having access to the garage! The pond was full of beautiful fish, and the palm tree next to the balcony was home to a nesting pair of loggerhead shrikes, which especially delighted my granddaughter who is a budding photographer. If we could have stayed longer, we certainly would have. And we will consider this home for our future vacations. Thank you so much for providing a beautiful space to make wonderful memories.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It has all you need and more!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the best time in Port A and the house was amazing. We had two families and everyone had their own space and own bathroom! All the essentials are there for cooking and relaxing. This is a great home with lots of comfort. Could not have asked for a better getaway. From pingpong, to relaxing on the porch with a fantastic sea breeze. It was an easy walk to the pool and beach as well. The best part is if you are trying to get a way from the crowds this is the place to do it. It is far away enough from town that makes for the perfect spot on the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location if you like to be on a quieter, less crowded stretch of the beach. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the isolated neighborhood and the pool, also love how close to the beach the neighborhood is.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot. Very clean and welcoming house

Thoroughly enjoyed everything from the house to the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute as Shell Pink house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been staying at Cinnamon Shores for the last 10 years and this year we stayed at this subdivision. It was a great experience and the customer service also great. We had trouble with accessing wifiAnd tv viewing but that wasn’t guaranteed in our rental so really the only disappointing aspect. The home did lack blankets for the bed and it was difficult to get the AC setting to where we didn’t need blankets but wasn’t stifling with humidity. We doubled up with empty beds bedspreadsSo it worked out. The view was great and a short walk to the beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Bates Family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When we arrived there was only one of the two queen beds that was advertised. We had issues with the front door not opening. The management team a great job and fixed the issues. We were the first renters so they were learning some things as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026