Welcome to Dean Marlin, a brand-new beach house located in the heart of Old Town Port Aransas. Just one block from Alister Street, this home offers walkable access to the area’s best restaurants, shops, live music venues, and nightlife, placing you at the center of everything Port A has to offer.
This thoughtfully designed retreat features a spacious open-concept living area with a striking marlin wall art that makes the perfect backdrop for your vacation photos. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the space with natural light and provide a stunning front-row seat to the sunrise each morning. The living room includes an oversized sectional sofa and a large smart TV, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Guests will appreciate the fully stocked kitchen, ideal for preparing meals at home, along with a dining area that seats four.
Each of the two bedrooms boasts a comfortable king bed. One bedroom includes a private ensuite bathroom, while the second bathroom is located off the hallway for easy access. Each room is comfortably furnished with plush bedding and stylish coastal decor.
Step outside to enjoy two private balconies—one in the front for sipping morning coffee with a sea breeze, and one in the back to catch the colors of the evening sunset. The outdoor space also offers room for grilling, lawn games, and storing your beach gear.
With its modern design and unbeatable location, Dean Marlin offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm for your Port A getaway!
AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!
Port Aransas, a gem on the Texas Gulf Coast, offers the perfect blend of sun, sand, and relaxation. With its pristine beaches, charming small-town vibe, and a wide range of outdoor activities, it's an ideal vacation spot for groups. Enjoy fishing, water sports, or simply lounging on the sandy shores. Don't miss the Port Aransas Nature Preserve for birdwatching. This coastal haven promises unforgettable memories for your group getaway.
Local Attractions: Mustang Island Beach, Port Aransas Nature Preserve, Dolphin Tours, Texas SandFest, Fishing Charters, Port Aransas Art Center, Red Dragon Pirate Cruises, Golf Courses, Port Aransas Museum, UT Marine Science Institute (UTMSI)
Home Truths:
- 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. Services can be intermittent on an island.
- Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times per year. Our properties are treated by professional pest control service every 4-8 weeks.
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Please note that the maximum occupancy includes infants and babies. Ensure that the total number of guests, including little ones, adheres to the specified occupancy limit.
- Guests must be 21 years or older to book this home.
Parking Details:
- Parking for 4-5 vehicles depending on size; boat parking is allowed and Dean Marlin is in the golf cart zone.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / King bed
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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff.
We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
