Title: Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach Beachfront condo in Port Aransas with kitchen ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57913300/57913265/8f67cbdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57913300/57913265/84b83091.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57913300/57913265/e568b69c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57913300/57913265/68e4364f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57920000/57913300/57913265/c0015c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near downtown Port Aransas, IR5 Island Retreat 5 offers a cozy getaway with a nautical-themed studio that sleeps 4. Enjoy meals in the bright dining area, cook up something delicious in the kitchen and access picnic areas, laundry facilities, and two shared pools. Explore nearby beaches via two boardwalks or ride around town on your included 4-Seater Golf Cart. 8.2 Very good ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4396 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach IR5 Island Retreat 5, 1 Bedroom studio, sleeps 4, 4-Seater Golf Cart Included Newly remodeled! IR5 is a cozy first-floor studio that sleeps 4 and an affordable option walking distance to the beach. The nautical-themed sleeping area has a King bed and a Queen sleeper sofa. The bright dining area has seating for four to enjoy meals together, playing cards or your favorite board games while gazing out the windows. The kitchen has all the essentials you need to enjoy your stay with a stove/oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, and coffeemaker, plus utensils, pots, pans, and dishes (\*\*No dishwasher\*\*). The full bathroom separates the sink from the stool and shower, so two people can get ready at once. Simply cross the boardwalk over the beautiful rolling dunes to enjoy the Gulf beach. Amenities include TV, WIFI, access to picnic areas, laundry facilities, 2 boardwalks to the beach, 2 shared pools. Located near downtown Port Aransas, you have easy access to the golf course, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Beds: 1 King 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa Things to Know: 4-Seater Golf Cart Included (subject to a $10 Fuel Charge) Short term stays only. Please bring coffee, filters, K-cups. Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information: 2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 9am – 10pm 2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station Basketball Court Tennis and Pickle ball court Sand Volleyball Playground Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex. Private Event Room - Call for details 24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated) Sorry, No Pets Allowed Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required All Vehicles require a parking pass. No Grilling within 20ft of any building Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm STR # 248207 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 396 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117260000/117256600/117256508/5dc438b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Anchorage | Pet-friendly & Cozy Port Aransas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=117256508&PinnedHotelID=117256508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114340000/114339900/114339894/99c87c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet friendly cottage near the beach! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as IR5 1st Floor Studio Condo 2 Shared Pools 2 Boardwalks IR5 2nd Floor Condo 2 Bed Studio Shared Pool Boardwalk 1st Floor Studio Condo 2 Shared Pools Boardwalks to Beach 451127 IR5 1st Floor Studio Condo 2 Shared Pools Boardwalks to Beach ## About the area ![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%7C27.81327%2C-97.07170&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uQ2prC4kNK0tmsOhOPizGrD0kTs=) Port Aransas, TX #### What's nearby - Holiday Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - IB Magee Beach Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km #### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬9 min walk - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive - ‪Coffee Waves - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach located? > Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Holiday Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Port Aransas Birding Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Sandfest , Shared Pool, Board Walk to Beach Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 7.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deryk L. Jul 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Very family oriented. This is the 2nd year that we have stayed in these condos and we have enjoyed it both times. This year with the added golf cart was so much fun for our family. ##### Deryk L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Eric T. Jul 9, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Gross Someone took good pictures. This had to be the most run down place I've ever stayed at. The walls all over were dirty, the bathroom was absolutely disgusting. Dirty tub, filthy behind the door. Stuff falling from the ceiling above the bathtub and into it while showering. Paint peeling, bottom of doors peeling up. My kids feet turned black walking barefoot inside the room. This was the first couple of hours so obviously the floors were filthy too. Now the beds. I know for a fact the comforter hadn't been cleaned in who knows how long. Stains of an unknown origin on the dark bedding. Luckily we brought our own pillows, sheets and blankets. The bed mattresses were so poor you could literally feel the springs. The kitchen was a whole other story. Other than needing a place to sleep we made due. The staff at the complex was friendly but I can guarantee, I will never ever ever recommend this apartment to anyone. Do yourself and your family a favor and look for a different room. Avoid #5 ##### Eric T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel C. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute place with a golfcart! Cute 1 bed and 1 bath! Perfect for my husband and I for a weekend getaway! We enjoyed having the golfcart with our stay! ##### Rachel C. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gail B. Jun 24, 2022 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Nothing like the pictures The condo was very dirty, sand everywhere. I killed two spiders the first night. The shower dripped the whole time. Giant black dust bunnies kept falling from the ceiling tiles in the shower. The WiFi never worked. No response from management when I reached out for assistance. Under no circumstances should you book this condo it’s gross. ##### Gail B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessie P. May 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Love the beach Really, enjoyed staying here was close to everything specially the beach... ##### Jessie P. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayden S. Aug 27, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun & Beachy getaway Loved how close this was walking distance to the beach! Easy access, affordable, and friendly family-oriented crowd. Room was pretty dusty / sandy in some places, but was excellent for the price! ##### Hayden S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorea H. Aug 14, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great price and good location! Not the nicest area to stay at in Port A, however the condo was just as described and the walk to the beach was short and sweet. Great pool close by and a cute outdoor sitting/eating area. ##### Lorea H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee T. Aug 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Easy ##### Lee T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mario M. Jul 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place for relaxing, grilling, chilling and most importantly, having fun. ##### Mario M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam M. Jul 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy awesomeness! I love that I was able to text with the property manager and check in/out that way. The location was perfect! That part of the beach was not as busy as the beach closer to the pier. Not too far over the boardwalk to the beach. The condo was perfect for me and my friend, small, cute, and clean. Would definitely stay at this property again! ##### Pam M. 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