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Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town

Vacation home with kitchen, near Port Aransas Beach

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Roberts Point Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Located in Old Town Port Aransas, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Roberts Point Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Texas Marine Science Institute - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Port Aransas Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Virginia's on the Bay - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grumbles Seafood Co. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town

This is the top 2 floors of this 3 story home. We have added an adorable double bed to the upstairs bedroom and moved trundle beds into the master for beds for 8. A fun home where family and friends will return year after year. Rent the top or whole house (bottom pictured in #587710). A block from fishing, nightlife and restaurants. Walk to the NEW SIPYARD! Beautiful decks for outdoor living. full of comfy corners to hide with a great beach book. The kitchen is stocked, the deck has an gas grill and a new channel view thanks to Harvey or you can cook nothing and walk to food, music, and ice cream sundaes, . The house has a master bedroom with king and trundle day bed with two twins. It has a second floor bedroom with a queen and a third floor bedroom with a double bed and TV. This TV has a gaming hook up.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking on the porches

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on the porches

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

We're Back Better Than Before Take That Hurricane Harvey House
We're Back Better Than Before Take That Hurricane Harvey
We're Back Better Than Before Take That Hurricane Harvey House
We're Back Better Than Before Take That Hurricane Harvey House
We're Back Better Than Before Take That Hurricane Harvey
Vrbo Property
Serenity Time Up In Old Town
Island Serenity Island Time Up in Old Town
Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town Port Aransas
We're Back Better Than Before! Take That Hurricane Harvey!!!!

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Old Town Port Aransas within a 10-minute walk of Port Aransas Birding Center, Nature Preserves, and Port Aransas Museum. You'll also find IB Magee Beach Park and Horace Caldwell Pier less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a jetted bathtub and a kitchen as well as a video library.

Does Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County), which is 23.5 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town ?

Yes, every accommodation at Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Island Serenity- Island Time Up in Old Town Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ruben H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

We loved it,the beach was so close and all the restaurants and gift shops are all at walking distance,would definitely go back again.thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonah a.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10

Really great place owners kept in communication which made it better would definitely recommend this place. Plus I would rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

Overall a great place to stay during our spring break trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Bridgette G., Round Rock, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness

Much needed girls trip!

The location of this property is awesome. The owner is very responsive with questions before arrival and during the stay which is very helpful. The place could use some TLC, and a good deep clean. There are a few things that could be replaced and/or added to this property, and the floors were very, very dirty upon on our arrival. The table on the back deck had a wood trim piece that is broken and sharp on the end. Unfortunately it won a couple of our shirts. It would be nice to have an umbrella for some shade to enjoy the back deck, but unless you’re willing to wait until the sun goes down or real early morning hours it’s directly in the sun. A lot of Tupperware options for leftover food, but only two smaller ones had matching lids so we had to use aluminum foil, which fortunately we brought. The checkout time was a bit confusing because it states 11 am in some places, and noon in another. The departure states to strip the beds and place the sheets in a pillow case, but once you do this after sleeping on them for three days and see the mattress and pillows, they’re quite stained and old. One pillow had blood stains all over it. Would be nice to cover with a mattress protector, or invest in new ones at Sam’s or Costco. Overall we had a great time and accommodated 5 Moms who were just ready to get away together for a weekend, but we wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., Rosenberg

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

Would stay again.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Silvia Z.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Home has good bones but needs lots of TLC

The house needs some general upkeep. A little bit of investment could go a long way. Trash can lib broken, cabinets broken/missing knobs, towel racks missing/broken, bath towel mismatched and poor quality, shower curtains need to be replaced. Carpet in bedrooms looks like original carpet from 1970s. Tile broken in bathroom, tubs were dirty, garbage disposal doesn’t work. We also killed a few cockroaches which wasn’t pleasant. Cute home but seems neglected and could be a lot more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Very clean, wouldn’t recommend for 10 adults maybe 6 with children. Had a great time over the Labor Day weekend everything is close by and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Warren H., Beaumont Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay.

We really liked this property and the neighborhood it was in. You can walk to a few restaurants and the ice cream shop. Islantime Up was perfect and roomy for our 10 people.. The owner always answered messages within minutes. The room that has the king bed is perfect if you have a bunch of kids because it has a day bed with trundles. You can put all the kids in that one room and still have a room for two other couples. The only thing I have to say that's not 100% positive is we thought there was a pool, because the listing says communal pool. I thought this meant like a neighborhood pool. And then I got emails telling me about the rules at the pool. Come to find out this was for the owner's other properties and the only pool is the city pool. But other than that, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

This house is awesome and very close to a lot of restaurants and bars to enjoy the nightlife
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Luis B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Don't party but enjoy yourself

Went this weekend to Port A for my bachelor party. Ended up having my family come over to celebrate. Of course we were going to have music and hooping and hollering. That's what normal people do. Just know some neighbors might not take the noise too lightly. There is a constable next door that will have your back if your upfront and honest about what your plans. The owner may be a little uptight about rules but follow them and there won't be an issue. Though if 10 people is the max on the property. No extra friends visiting. No extra family members visiting. The owner should put that on the listing. Overall though it was a good weekend. The owner had a ton of snacks in a bowl on the table thought that was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful yellow house

Amazing house!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Deep Sea Fishing

Great home to rent and was right around the corner from the marina and within walking distance to the restaurants and stores. Thank you for opening up your home to us. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walked Everywhere!

Fun in the sun, with everything we needed. Walked to listen to music and to buy shrimp. The house is clean and beachy. The kitchen is equipped to cook in but we walked to restaurants all around.

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Wonderful house- terrific location

Property was clean and the top floor rental perfect for our group of 4 adults, with a daybed to spare. Back porch was a perfect place to relax after fun times in Port A. About a block away we rented bikes from Big Shell Bikes for the weekend and could walk or bike a few blocks to the bars and live music, great food at Iries, donuts and the beach. Love the island and loved the rental
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place! Good location and very clean! Owners very sweet

Love this place!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Beautiful, comfortable. Had everything we needed!

Its great to see all the progress in Port A. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. Didn't want to leave! Last time we were there, we had to evacuate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Grand Prairie, TX

Wonderful experience!

Beautiful property, well-equipped, would stay again and recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth S., Austin

Cute but poorly equipped.

Tons of potential for a nice stay. Some bad luck (like broken door locks) combined with a lack of properly equipping the place as a vacation rental dragged down our stay. There needs to be extra keys, not just one. The place will only comfortably sleep 5 adults. In addition to that there were two squeaky dirty air mattresses and an unmade mattress on a trundle. Not a good value for the price we paid. Add that to having only two partial rolls of tp in the whole house and about an ounce of watered down dish soap---not ideal. I also had to clean up dead roaches in most of the spaces. Frankly if I could get some of my money back, I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Liz S.

Not too happy

Was not very happy the ac keept going out the whole time we stayed I had to buy a fan for my 12month old baby becouse it was too hot. The kitchen was dirty and there was alot of roaches. The barbque pits where extremly dirty. Was not impressed at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

shannon C.

A little disappointed.

We had a great time. There were just a couple of minor things that could be improved, saw a lot more roaches this year. The landscaping needs to be taken care of. The grill on top and bottom could not be used or utilized serious cleaning is necessary. Islantime up did not have a key to front door some one was suppose to come and take care of that because it has 2 deadbolt to front door so in order to close you had to deadbolt and walk down the back stairs not convienent at all. Per Sarah it was to be taken care of and wasn't So hopefully it will be for the next people who rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Thadine J.

Door locks

There were no door knobs on front entry and we had to trek around back thru tall grass to get entry to place. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Bronson K., San Antonio

Great location. Front, back and master bedroom decks are fantastic. Nice house.

We came down to get away before the 4th of July crowds. Rental home is in a very central location it was easy to walk to the bars and restaurants. Kitchen is small but very functional and there were plenty of pots, pans and cooking utensils. The master bedroom was extra special because of the private deck. While we were there it was a blast having cocktails on the rear deck watching the lighting storms around us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

David L.

Excellent location, great deck, very homely.

Had a blast here, three good sized bedrooms and floorspace for mattresses etc, so enough for our seven men as long as we shared. Helpful instructions and clean. No real gripes except to say that had we had more adults it would have been a squeeze and there wasn't salt & pepper (although there was jam). Good fun, excellent value for us. Would come again

10/10 Excellent

Corey Q., Austin, TX

Great house in a great location in Port Aransas

This house has everything you need and is within walking distance of restaurants, bars, fishing tours and shopping. Can't go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

4/10 Poor

Da Vonne H.

The location and feeling of home with family is great.

However I did see roaches in and outside the home. The amount of items for the visit was limited. Also during the whole stay we were not able to throw away our trash because the trash can was full from a previous stay. The landscape on the home needed to be trimmed. Lastly the place says it sleeps 10 we only able to really sleep six. My family thought we were going to get a whole beach house but only received the upper level. The price we paid we should have been able to get the whole home. Thankfully we were prepared with our owe blow up mattresses and blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

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