4 Beds

4 Baths

12 Guests

Beach Gear Credit Included With Your Stay! (2 Night Minimum) Beach Gear Credit Included With Your Stay! (2 Night Minimum)

Bedroom 1

1 King

Bedroom 2

1 King

Bedroom 3

1 Queen

Bedroom 4

2 Queens

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Featured Amenities

Beach Gear Credit Included
House
Pet Friendly
Charcoal Grill
Drip Coffee Maker
Couple Beds 4
Initial Supply of Toiletries

Description

RPD417: Royal Retreat
4BR / 4BA / 12 Guests / Pets Allowed / Charcoal Grill / Golf Cart Accessible / Parking for 4 vehicles, No parking in the road

This high-end home offers two living spaces, an apartment on the ground level, completely detached with a separate back entrance, and the main living on the second level.
The spacious second-level living room, dining room, and kitchen are all open to one another, offering a convivial hub for lively group camaraderie. Vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a whimsical coastal-inspired décor make the space airy and bright. Everyone can find a spot to relax in the large living room with plush seating. The modern kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Everything you may need for preparing meals and beach snacks is provided. The dining area includes a large farm table with bench seating for eight, plus seating for six at the large kitchen island. This floor also has two inviting master suites (BR1 & BR2), both featuring king-size beds and ensuite bathrooms with double vanities and tile showers with glass doors. The guest bedroom (BR3) has a queen-size bed with access to the shared bathroom across the hall with a granite vanity and tub/shower with glass enclosure.
The ground-level one-bedroom apartment offers complete privacy away from the main living area; it has a separate bedroom (BR4) with a queen bed, a queen-size Murphy bed for additional guests in the living room, a kitchenette with a mini fridge, sink, microwave, and a full bathroom with granite vanity with tile shower and glass door. The shaded ground-floor patio includes a picnic table and an outdoor shower for a quick rinse after a day at the beach. The covered upstairs deck has ample space for outdoor entertaining; fire up the charcoal grill and enjoy a festive fresco barbecue. Feel free to pack light, a washer/dryer is provided for your convenience. The driveway has ample parking—bring along your personal watercraft, golf carts, or even a boat.

BR1-King
BR2-King
BR3-Queen
BR4-Queen bed and Queen Murphy bed in the living room of the apartment
Living Area - Sleeper Sofa

$95 Pet fee, per pet, (limit 2)
Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required
Please bring coffee and filters.
Laundry detergent not provided.
Please provide your own charcoal.
Guests have parking spaces for 4 vehicles or 3 vehicles and a boat. Parking is not allowed on the street or grass. Boat parking is permitted ONLY in driveway.
Construction is a constant in Port Aransas. While we strive to ensure your visit is peaceful, you may encounter sights and sounds of building, projects or community improvements during your stay. We appreciate your understanding as we work towards making our community better for everyone.
We provide WIFI to enhance your stay and keep you connected. While Port A is typically reliable, you may experience occasional outages beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

STR # 318802

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Balcony
Beach Gear Credit Included
Bed Linens
Body Soap
Charcoal Grill
Drip Coffee Maker
Dryer
Essentials
Grill
Heating
Internet
Linens provided
Patio Or Balcony
Pet Friendly
Self Check-In
Shampoo
Towels provided
TV
Washer

Kitchen and Dining

Coffee Maker
Cooking Basics
Dining Area
Dishes Utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Fridge
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster

Outdoor

Balcony
Grill
Outdoor seating

Sports and Adventure

Golf course within 30 min drive

Suitability

Minimum Age 25
Smoking Not Allowed

Availability

Key
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Port A Perfection

Reviewed on 2026-07-14 by Sheila

Overall

This house has the perfect location with all of the needed amenities for your family or friend group! It is the cleanest house we have rented; the layout is fabulous for hanging out or sneaking to bed a little earlier than the rest of the crew.

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It truly made our day to hear that our home gave you and your group everything you needed for a memorable getaway.
Location matters, and we're thrilled it worked so well for you. Having the right spot with all the amenities close at hand means less time planning and more time simply enjoying the people you came with, which is exactly what a great trip should feel like.
Hearing that it was the cleanest house you've ever rented? That's the highest compliment we could hope for. We pour real care into every corner before our guests arrive, so knowing it showed means the world to us.
And that layout! We love that it gave you room to gather and hang out together, while still offering a quiet retreat for anyone ready to slip off to bed a little earlier than the rest of the crew. A home that fits the rhythm of your group is what makes all the difference.
We'd be absolutely delighted to welcome you and your family or friends back anytime. Safe travels until then!
-Life in Paradise Team

4 Star

Reviewed on 2025-08-11 by Michael

Overall

Thank you. The Royal Retreat. Super nice. Very comfortable. Our family had wonderful time.. the experiance was good.

Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you and your family had a wonderful time at The Royal Retreat. It’s great to hear you found it super nice and comfortable. We’d love to host you again for another great experience! -Life in Paradise Team

RPD417: Royal Retreat

Reviewed on 2024-12-01 by Amanda

Overall

What a beautiful and well kept property. The pictures online don't do it justice. Very very clean. We stayed here for the Thanksgiving holiday. A family of six. 4 adults and 2 grown children. A lot of space for everyone. Great location, about a 12 to 15 minute easy walk to the beach, 5 minute drive. The kitchen is incredibly well stocked. All appliances work great. It's a lovely home and we left with many beautiful family memories.

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that our property provided the perfect setting for your Thanksgiving holiday and that you created many beautiful family memories here. Knowing that our space offered plenty of room for your family and that the location, cleanliness, and well-stocked kitchen exceeded your expectations truly warms our hearts.
It was an honor to host you, and we’re so glad our home could be a part of your special celebration. We hope to welcome you back in the future to make even more cherished memories! -Life in Paradise Team

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2024-04-22 by Megan

Overall

We loved the Royal retreat. Plenty of space for everyone. We really enjoyed the apartment downstairs for our little one. We were able to put him down for naps and bedtime without him be disturbed by the other kids still up running around.

Great Family Visit

Reviewed on 2024-02-17 by Billy Bruce

Overall

I live in McAllen and my two brothers and 1st Cousin live in Houston Area. We don't see each other very often. (We are in our 70's) We try to get together at least once a year and the Royal Retreat turned out to be the perfect half way place to meet. The house was very nice, everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom which is important for old people and the golf cart made it easy for us to venture to the beach. The large living area was also ideal for meals and visiting. Awesome time, we will be back.

Good Stay

Reviewed on 2023-10-29 by Cody

Overall

Not our first time in this home. Had a very nice stay in a wonderful home. There are a couple issues that could be fixed, but aren't a critical failure to any stay. The fan in the living room knocks like a metronome and makes it annoying to be in the living/kitchen/dining area. This was the case last time we stayed. Time to take action. Additionally, the bathroom flush in the master sounds like a ambulance siren that the entire floor can hear. Surely there's something that can be done on that issue. Finally, while never required, there's not a darned shrimp deveiner to be found on the whole island. That would have been a massive bonus. All in all, it's a wonderful house with a great air conditioner, good beds, and nice open space for groups (one of the few where 4 couples can stay). It won't be our last visit and is very close to a 5 star rating for us.

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2023-07-27 by Roy

Overall

Great Place,

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2023-07-20 by Diane

Overall

This was the he perf Ct size for my family. It was clean, had everything we needed, and had the extra benefit of a golf cart. I'll be staying here again!

Amazing house!

Reviewed on 2023-06-30 by Bryan

Overall

We loved this home! Our adult family of 8 stayed here for 4 nights. Super comfortable and plenty of room (inside and out). The apartment downstairs was a perfect setup for our family as well. Love the golf cart too!!

Very Satisfied

Reviewed on 2023-06-18 by Richard

Overall

Very nice house, Would def. stay again.

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2023-03-18 by Chad

Overall

We had a wonderful time at the Royal Retreat! There was plenty of space for everyone, and the downstairs apartment was an added bonus! We will definitely be back!

4 Star

Reviewed on 2022-10-10 by Candi

Overall

Absolutely wonderful place to stay! Extremely clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. Having the golf cart was a fun addition as well. Thank you for making my birthday weekend trip so pleasant!

Manager's Response

Thank you for leaving us a review! We are so glad you enjoyed the property and your stay! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Feedback

Reviewed on 2022-08-09 by Keith & Tammy

Overall

Life in Paradise service was perfect couldn't ask for any better. This property on the other hand has several issues. The apartment on the lower level has an odor (smells like mold), horrible water pressure (so they had to shower up stairs, and the toilet doesn't appear to be secured to the ground (so 2 large black bugs were in this bathroom ALIVE)... You may want to bring these issues to the owners attention. Thank you again for working with me on the issues with the golf carts.

A great time

Reviewed on 2021-10-05 by Brian

Overall

This place has so much space. A large deck from the second floor and a complete different living space downstairs. The dogs had room to do their business in the backyard but it was not so large that we couldn’t clean it quickly. We had plenty of room to put the hardtop to our Jeep under the deck and also have the Jeep, the Golf cart and the trailer for it all out of the weather as well . I will say it was more than walking distance from the beach and I like houses that have a beach view more, but it was larger than those places. It is next door to a cemetery and at first we were apprehensive but the only issues is curious teenagers later at night. But even that wasn’t a big deal. I would stay here again if the amount of people staying was right! Thank you!

Manager's Response

Thank you for the 5 stars! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island!

A great time

Reviewed on 2021-10-05 by Brian

Overall

Manager's Response

Thank you for the 5 stars!  We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island! 

Port A Getaway

Reviewed on 2021-07-26 by Stephanie

Overall

We loved the property!! It had everything the VRBO website mentioned. Had a minor issue with the garbage disposal but it was taken care of within hours. Awesome job Life in Paradise.

Manager's Response

Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island!

Port A Getaway

Reviewed on 2021-07-26 by Stephanie

Overall

We loved the property!! It had everything the VRBO website mentioned. Had a minor issue with the garbage disposal but it was taken care of within hours. Awesome job Life in Paradise.

Manager's Response

Thank you for the review.  We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island! 

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2021-07-09 by Doug

Overall

We were so pleased. The house was amazing. The layout suited our families needs to a tee.

Manager's Response

Thank you for the 5 stars. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island.

5 Star (Excellent)

Reviewed on 2021-07-09 by Doug

Overall

We were so pleased. The house was amazing. The layout suited our families needs to a tee.

Manager's Response

Thank you for the 5 stars.  We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return to the island. 

RPL House!

Reviewed on 2021-05-24 by Victor

Overall

With the exception of a few minor deficiencies. This is the SECOND time my family and I have stayed here. We will probably (if available) stay there again! Great location and great cozy set up!

Manager's Response

Thank you for the review.  We appreciate your business.  Please always feel free to reach out to us during your stay so we can resolve any issue that may arise.  We look forward to your return to the island.

RPL House!

Reviewed on 2021-05-24 by Victor

Overall

With the exception of a few minor deficiencies. This is the SECOND time my family and I have stayed here. We will probably (if available) stay there again! Great location and great cozy set up!

Manager's Response

Thank you for the review. We appreciate your business. Please always feel free to reach out to us during your stay so we can resolve any issue that may arise. We look forward to your return to the island.

Very Spacious Home

Reviewed on 2021-05-17 by Stephen

Overall

Our party of 8 adults and an 11 month old stayed 3 nights at what looked like a newer home! 3 beds/3baths upstairs was great that every couple had their own bathroom to use! The rooms were big enough for our granddaughter's pack and play that she slept in. There is a downstairs apartment that was very nice that could easily fit 4 more people. Bath towels were definitely plentiful! The kitchen was nice and spacious! Easy to cook in. Beds were comfortable. Really the only thing that I can critique is the smell of the house. It wasn't really a musty smell but it definitely wasn't fresh smelling. I went to the local Dollar General to get some air fresheners and Febreze and it did help. The downstairs unit had a stronger smell than the main part of the house. I do read comments on homes when I'm searching for a vacation rental so I'd like to suggest a few things on what to bring.-extra trash bags-extra paper towels-extra dish towels (there was only 1)-liquid hand soap (there was only bar soap)-bigger knives (I was trying to cut a watermelon with a small knife.)The Life in Paradise staff was very easy to work with and if I had a question, I'd just call them. The text messages they sent were all timely and very helpful in the check-in and checkout process! All in all, I'd stay here again! It was a very nice vacation for our family!

Very Spacious Home

Reviewed on 2021-05-17 by Stephen

Overall

Great experience!

Reviewed on 2020-09-30 by Susan V. , Forney , TX US

Overall

The home is beautiful and cannot say enough about the comfort and location! Had to phone about a little issue we noticed and the management were quick to respond and so very accommodating! Would definitely book again!!

Manager's Response

Thank you for your review. We are glad you had a great experience and enjoyed staying in this home. We strive to respond and resolve any issues that may arise in a timely manner. Thank you for choosing to stay with us.
Life in Paradise

A stay in Paradise

Reviewed on 2020-07-29 by , Springtown, TX US

Overall

The house was amazing to have for our family! The moment you walk in, the house puts you instantly in vacation mode. It was so clean and inviting. The proximity to the beach and town was perfect for golf cart rides! We were able to check out our golf cart early as we got their earlier than expected. Overall, the experience was amazing and we’d book again through Life in Paradise.

Manager's Response

Glad you had an amazing time and thank you so much for the review! Thank you for choosing Life In Paradise and we look forward to seeing you again!

Great Experience

Reviewed on 2020-07-06 by Laura S. , Liberty Hill, TX US

Overall

We had a wonderful rental experience and property surpassed expectations. Thank you!

Manager's Response

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Laura. We're more than happy to hear that you had a wonderful stay! We appreciate your business and look forward to your next trip to Port A

Great location, nice updates!

Reviewed on 2020-06-22 by sarah m. , Jarrell, TX United States

Overall

The home was beautifully refinished and the kitchen and bathrooms were very nice and spacious. The location was perfect with quick access to the beach and town plus lots of parking. The kitchen was a little light on utensils and tools. Plenty of pots and pans but if you need something specific for a meal I would recommend bringing it with you. There were no TVs in the bedrooms which wasn’t a deal breaker for us but might be for others. Overall it was a great place and we enjoyed our stay!

Great location, nice updates!

Reviewed on 2020-06-22 by Sarah M. , Jarrell, TX US

Overall

Great Property!

Reviewed on 2020-02-01 by Oddett W. , Austin, TX US

Overall

We enjoyed our time in Port A thanks to this great rental. Very clean and close to everything. Loved the golf cart rental! It made the trip so fun. Would stay at this property again.

Manager's Response

Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you had a great stay at this property and were able to take advantage of the golf cart rental. We appreciate your business and look forward to your next trip to Port A.
Life in Paradise

Best place for family get together!!

Reviewed on 2019-11-20 by Jessica Haynes , Bulverde, TX United States

Overall

We loved our stay at this lovely home! Our group of two families with teen kids and their respective friends had plenty of room to spread out. View from the second floor balcony is of the ship channel...we watched lots of interesting ships come in and out. A few days, we could hear the ocean!! Will be back!

I'd buy it !!

Reviewed on 2019-08-27 by Alexander B. , Austin, TX United States

Overall

Perfect double family accommodation on split level property. Moments from the beach with easy access to local amenities/stores. Quality appliances. Contemporary furnishings with bright inviting decor made this an extremely comfortable and relaxing vacation property.
Kudos to the owners and grateful thanks to the Life in Paradise team for their unbeatable customer service.

Manager's Response

Thank you so much for staying with us! Yes Royal Retreat is a great house for 2 groups. So convenient to everything you need. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon!

Royal Retreat

Reviewed on 2019-08-14 by Ralph O. , Austin, TX United States

Overall

Great house and good location.

Manager's Response

Thank you so much for staying with us! We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again!

Nice and roomie

Reviewed on 2019-07-17 by Valerie L. , San Antonio, TX United States

Overall

I stayed here with family for our vacation. Very spacious, and very close to the beach. Love the fact that we had access to the closets and internet. Love the fact that the beds were king and queen. We had a blast and would definitely recommend to other members of our family and friends. I would definitely book here again.

Manager's Response

Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a great family vacation, made new memories and were able to take advantage of the location and amenities. Please come back and stay with us again.
Life in Paradise

Brothers Memorial

Reviewed on 2019-04-22 by Sherry D. , North Richland Hills, TX United States

Overall

This was my first visit to Port Aransas and house rental as well. After a seven hour drive it was so relieving where we were staying was ready and waiting for us. This house was so beautiful and so accommodating for our family. This special time of remembering our brothers passing will have lots of great memories.

Manager's Response

Thank you so much for staying with us at Royal Retreat on Royal Palms Dr. We are so happy you and your family had the time to relax and enjoy each other. Please come again soon.

Great place for family getaway!!

Reviewed on 2019-02-16 by Jessica , Bulverde, TX United States

Overall

Spent a great weekend with the grown up kids. Plenty of room for everybody to spread out and come together. House seems almost brand new. We loved the private apartment downstairs! Will definitely be back!

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