Why Us?

Come to Island Dunes and experience the real Port Aransas!

Island Dunes first opened about 40 years ago when Port Aransas was nothing more than a sleepy fishing village. The goal back then was to offer a place for folks to slow down and turn their watches to island time so they could take in the gulf air and feel the sand between their toes. Fast forward to today, and while Port Aransas may have grown, Island Dunes still has that same classic Port Aransas vibe everyone else tries to replicate but is simply unable to duplicate. Come to one of the original Port Aransas vacation rentals to experience the real Port Aransas!

Here are the many reasons Island Dunes offers the best overall experience in Port Aransas.

  • Ample Greenspace! Island Dunes sits on just under 3 acres of land and has a very mature and well-maintained landscape that includes picnic tables and BBQ grills.
  • Ample Parking! Island Dunes has numerous parking areas for all your vehicles, including trailers, boats, and golf carts!
  • Onsite Management! If you have an issue during your stay, or simply have questions about what to do or where to go, our onsite staff is available to help you enjoy your vacation!
  • Direct Beach Access! Island Dunes is but a few hundred steps from the beach, and whether you are walking or driving, there is direct access from our parking lot to the beach via Access Road 1A.
  • Brand New Pool and Hot Tub! The Pool was replaced in 2024. It is much bigger than our previous pool, but we also added a hot tub and increased the deck area, all for your lounging pleasure.
  • No Waiting for Elevators! All 2-bedroom units are side by side townhouses with ground floor access. All 3-bedroom units have direct access via a set of stairs.
  • Stairs are Optional! All 2-bedroom units have ground floor access with a living room, kitchen, bedroom, and full bath on the ground level and an on-suite master on the second floor.
  • Fish Cleaning Station! Port Aransas is still all about the fishing. Island Dunes has a place to park your boat, has a place to clean your fish, and has a BBQ grill to cook your fish. You just have to catch the fish!
  • Full Amenities in Every Unit!  From blenders and coffee makers to Cable and WIFI, each unit has everything you need for your stay.  If you need something specific, just ask our onsite staff for help. 
  • Outdoor Games! Island Dunes has a volleyball net, horseshoes, corn hole, and a ping pong table.

Property Layout

Property map

Two Bedroom Floor Plan

2 bedroom layout

Three Bedroom Floor Plan

3 bedroom layout