[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach Vacation home with private pool, near Port Aransas Beach ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99440000/99430200/99430117/be5535ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99440000/99430200/99430117/3003289c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99440000/99430200/99430117/0e4eef2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99440000/99430200/99430117/d72c471f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99440000/99430200/99430117/c642eedf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tipsy Starfish, a beachside townhome in Port Aransas, offers an unforgettable getaway with 3 balconies showcasing sunrise and sunset views over the gulf. This spacious retreat features a well-equipped kitchen, oversized living area with comfortable seating for family and friends, access to a community pool with slide and palms. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101981 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach Tipsy Starfish welcomes 10 guests comfortably in almost 2000 sq. ft. with 4 Bedrooms (3 Kings, 2 Twins, 1 Full) but your favorite place at Tipsy Starfish, the balconies-sunrise over the beach, sunset over the channel. Hard to beat these amazing views. And the bonus, Tipsy Starfish has been professionally decorated and well stocked for everything you'll need to enjoy a home away from home experience with a coastal flair. Resort pool. Golf Cart Zone. No Smoking. Pets cons w/fee. COPASTR: 535-914 Tipsy Starfish is a Beachside townhome unlike the others: 2 parking spots, walk to the pool, backyard space, 3 balconies, and an end unit with sunrise and sunset views. Not many have these awesome extras! Right off of 11th street and 2 blocks to Port Aransas Beach, Tipsy Starfish at Beachside has one of the most well-known pools in Port A with a slide, palms, several palapas, and seating to kick back and relax after a day at the beach or fishing. It will be hard to pull yourself away from this gorgeous pool area, but when it's time to hit the beach, easily walk or cart and be there in 2 minutes! Tipsy Starfish offers 2 bedrooms on the main floor: a King Bedroom w/ Ensuite Bathroom and a Bunk Room (twin over full size with a twin trundle) with direct access to the backyard. Also on the main floor are a hall/guest bath and a washer and dryer for guest use. Heading to the 2nd floor, you'll find a well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to prep, cook, serve, and dine. A kitchen island/breakfast bar is perfect for the non-cooks to hang out and watch the cooks do their thing! Large dining table plus bar seating offers plenty of space for everyone. The oversized living area offers a super comfortable couch and chairs, again plenty of seating for family and friends! Off the living room, you'll have access to a balcony to sip your morning coffee and watch the sunrise over the gulf! The 2nd floor also has a guest bath, another King Bedroom w/Ensuite Bathroom, and a balcony off this King Bedroom, perfect for happy hour and a sunset view! Head up to the 3rd floor for the ultimate privacy of 1 King Bedroom w/Ensuite Bathroom and a private balcony. It's hard to beat Tipsy Starfish for comfort and convenience, and the owners have tried to think of everything to make your stay comfortable and beautiful! AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips! Guests can rent a golf cart from Coastal Eds! We encourage you to book the golf cart with Coastal Eds as soon as possible, we cannot guarantee availability if you choose to delay booking. 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:\* \- We do not provide charcoal for the BBQ. \- This home has access to a community pool. \- The pool will be closed for repairs from December 9 to December 31, 2024. \- Quiet Hours are 10 pm to 7 am. \- 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. \- Please remember that you are on an island; mosquitos/pests can be plentiful several times yearly. \- This home allows up to 2 dogs for a fee; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine 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: Space for 3 cars to park. \--- The room configuration is as follows: Primary Bedroom / King bed Bedroom 2 / Bunk bed with twin trundle Bedroom 3 / King bed Bedroom 4 / King bed 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,981 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101370000/101369000/101368968/366d82b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Pool, Game Room, Patio, Near the Beach | Palm House by AvantStay Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=101368968&PinnedHotelID=101368968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108589000/108588931/2991e78c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PP495 Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Parking for 4 Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=108588931&PinnedHotelID=108588931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99460000/99454200/99454164/1544e63b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool Cabana, Backyard w/ Fire Pit, Walk to the Beach | Villa Reel by AvantStay Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=99454164&PinnedHotelID=99454164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46440000/46436700/46436685/w2047h1367x1y0-bc8caba5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boogie Board! 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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 a73ecfcc-9571-4de0-a888-3f8151710ddd ## 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%7C27.81753%2C-97.06929&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6bGKudtLw8O1ZOwGO0xbeTnYCWQ=) Port Aransas, TX #### What's nearby - Mustang Island Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - IB Magee Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km - Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Horace Caldwell Pier - 4 min drive - 2.7 km #### Getting around - Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬18 min walk - ‪Kody's - ‬9 min walk - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk - ‪Coffee Waves - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Tipsy Starfish by AvantStay | Resort Pool+By Beach located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Holiday Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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