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"Run down
We stayed here 2 years ago. There was a soft spot in the bedroom floor on the third floor that was concerning. That issue had not been addressed in two years. But a new slider was constructed in the apartment on the ground floor and a new fold up bed added. We won’t return because we are not confident in the owner fixing the flooring. Location to the beach is great. "
Sep 17, 2024 - , San Antonio, TX
"Family vacation
Was great"
Aug 27, 2024 - Billie S., Burnet, TX
"Annual Family Trip - Barefoot Dreams
Property did not appear to have been inspected prior as the outside was a bit of a mess. Propane Grill not provided even though it was an amenity listed in the description. Upstairs air conditioner not that great. Overall the property has a great location, enough space for a large group and pool, fence and parking are great!"
Aug 01, 2024 - , Austin, TX
"Good house/not maintained well
This house overall was perfect for our family of 14 and the location was good. The pool was nice and bigger than we thought. The cleanliness and maintenance of this home was poor in my opinion . The pool was dirty when we arrived. Several pillow cases looked as if they had not been changed. There were ants all around the pool area and trash that looked like it had been there a while. There were some loose boards on the deck and the downstairs bedroom smelled like mildew so much we had to buy air fresheners to try to hide the smell. When we arrived the trash had not been picked up yet and the kitchen was lacking some items . We did not receive enough towels for 14. I called about all of our issues and they did bring more towels and pillow cases right away, but they were not helpful about the dirtiness of the pool/bugs and trash all over until I had my husband call and then it was taken care of right away. "
Jul 19, 2024 - , buda, TX
"Great place for larger group
Very spacious and great location, would definitely stay again. Pictures accurately reflect the space. Only minor complaint is that we were planning on grilling a few nights and unfortunately the grill it states to be on property is in terrible condition and we weren’t able to use. Overall great experience and would come back. "
Jul 15, 2024 - , Robinson, TX
"This place has it all!!
We came to celebrate our daughter’s high school graduation, with family. We had 11 people and it accommodated everyone nicely. The home layout is prefect for fun and visiting with everyone. Then there is the pool that was the perfect size and has shade. Short walk to the beach. 10 / 10 would rent it again!"
Jun 09, 2024 - Bruce R., Florence, TX
"Birthday Weekend on the Beach
Fantastic house to comfortably sleep 14. Pool was great and the management company was wonderful, had a weird leak with one of the outdoor showers and they were on within an hour on a friday to address the issue. "
Mar 20, 2024 - John F., Austin, TX
"Family mini vacay...
We had plenty of room for our family. The private pool was great. This was our first time with vacation rental. Location close to the beach was a plus. With 7 adults 2 teenagers 2- 4 yr olds & a newborn. No complaints....we’re looking forward to another stay. Great time had by all!!!"
Oct 10, 2023 - , San Antonio, TX
"Port A vacation Barefoot Dreams
This was our 2nd stay here. last was 5 years ago. We love the house and the pool and location but this stay was very disappointing. I think house has sold. House was run down and not being kept up with. Showers were difficult to get a steady stream. Upper balcony not accessible boards on railing were not nailed down in places the grill was absolutely nasty snd should be thrown away. Pool area was unkept landscaping looked bad and the outside shower required to get in pool did not work. House could just use some maintenance."
Jul 10, 2023 - , Granbury, TX
"Family vacation
We rented barefoot dreams for our family. 8 adults and 6 children under 7. The home was clean and we loved the open floor plan. Everyone had a place to sleep and we loved the pool. It was perfect for.our little ones. We used our golf cart to make quick trips to the beach and to town."
Jun 13, 2023 - , Gonzales, TX
"Great location
This house was perfect for our family. The location is a block rom the beach. The management was very responsive. "
May 23, 2023 - , Helotes, TX
"Loved it
House was huge, very clean and in a great location. Only issues were the light in the pool and canopy didn’t work. I didn’t have access to the upper balcony as is was locked from the outside. And the outdoor shower to rinse sand wasn’t working. Maintenance did show up Saturday morning but couldn’t fix it. A little bummed I didn’t get the whole package. Would I stay here again? Heck yeah! I understand that with a rental it may not be perfect. So out of 5 stars I would say 4.5. I’m confident these issues will be addressed. See ya in September!"
May 16, 2023 - Phil A., San Antonio, TX
"Barefoot Dreams
Very professional management team. Very helpful and quick to respond to questions. Great trip overall. We will contact them for the next family trip. "
Apr 12, 2023 - Joseph B., Austin, TX
"We loved Barefoot Dreams
Was just as described and close to the beach"
Dec 29, 2022 - Debra C., Saxon, OK
"Fun Family Vacation
Great layout & location! Kids loved the pool & 6 person golf cart. Short walk to the beach. "
Oct 25, 2022 - Donia B., Premont, TX
"Fun times at Barefoot Dreams!
Barefoot Dreams was a great place for our family vacation. The location was very convenient....close to town and the beach! The 4 bathrooms were a definite plus but, I do have to say the private pool was absolutely the best!!!"
Oct 08, 2022 - Ann S., kingsland, TX
"Vacation Getaway
This was a great, large house with 4 bathrooms, laundry, and a pool. It’s close to the beach. Having a golf cart made everything so easy to get to and being in town meant shopping was close by. The management company was easy to communicate with via text. "
Aug 05, 2022 - Anne P., Keller, TX
"Frank P Review
The house was great location and was clean. The yard was over grown. The back yard flower beds were full of weeds and trash from previous guests. The backyard pool area was not well maintained for the price you pay for this property. We arrived Sunday afternoon and the pool was full of sand from previous guest and there was a pile of old pool floaties piled up. The property was a great one, I just feel it could of been more cleaned up on the outside for the price you pay for it. I spent two hours cleaning up the backyard and pool area when we first got there."
Jul 24, 2022 - Frank P., San Antonio, TX
"Gorgeous home, disappointing heated pool
The home was beautiful, however the heated pool was a huge disappointment. With the frigid temperatures, we looked for a quick get away with Family - with the luxury of a heated pool, but unfortunately, we were not able to use it. Temps in the pool ranged from 42 degrees to 66 degrees on the day we were set to leave. We notified the Rental company daily and they tried to get the issue resolved - But unfortunately, no resolution during our stay. "
Feb 09, 2022 - Joseph R., HURST, TX
"Great Beach House
Love the house and location! Overall the house is great except all the beds are hard. "
Aug 25, 2021 - Kris W., Newport News, VA
"Great house close to the beach
This home was beautiful and very spacious. I especially liked the location as it was just down the street from one of the beach access. Having a private pool was a definite plus. The house was clean and the AC worked well which was nice after a hot day in the sun. There isn’t anything negative I could say about this rental and will definitely stay again. I’d also like to mention the management was friendly."
Aug 17, 2021 - Shelly L., San Antonio, TX
"Love this house!
This was our 4th year to stay in this house! It is a perfect location, has everything you need, clean and fun! But seriously, get new mattresses! We learned after the first year to bring foam mattress toppers for all of the beds."
Aug 14, 2021 - Cindy M., Liberty hill, TX
"Never Disappoints
We have stayed at this house several times and we love it so much! Port A is our home away from home and this house has everything we need! It is also so accommodating for our large family that we don’t feel that we’re stepping all over each other and we have our own space! We just wish we could stay longer every time!"
Jul 27, 2021 - Rachel L., Rush Springs , OK
"Great house!
This house has so many great features. I didn’t give it 5 stars because the beds are hard - really hard. Also, this house is between an overgrown empty lot and what looks like an abandoned house. Otherwise the house itself was great and the pool area was very nice. Very nice patio furniture on decks and by pool. We had a great time here!"
Jul 19, 2021 - , Industry, TX
"Absolutely Perfect!
"Barefoot Dreams" was an absolutely perfect vacation rental for my family. The bottom level "apartment" is only accessible from an outside door, and it contains a bedroom and bathroom with a pull-out sofa bed. There is no kitchenette, but there is a small refrigerator provided. The second level contains two bedrooms (queens in each), a bathroom, a very well-equipped kitchen and a living area with a big screen tv. Super comfy! Upstairs is the master bedroom with a second bedroom (queen bed + a sleeper sofa.) Both bedrooms have their own bathrooms. The pool area is AMAZING! It is closed in, so pets or children cannot escape! The beach is within easy walking distance (possibly three blocks away), but lugging beach gear might be tiresome. (We rented a beach buggy.) Again- the kitchen was well stocked with cookware, coffee pot, corkscrews (important), a can opener... etc. TAKE YOUR OWN WASHING MACHINE DETERGENT because you will be asked to throw towels in before you leave, and my husband had to run to the store because no pods or detergent was provided. I highly recommend this beach house!!!"
Jun 22, 2021 - Kirsten R., Moore, TX
"Family vacation
Fantastic home we have stayed here before this was our 4th time. Dog friendly great value for the money especially with the upgrades. "
Jun 16, 2021 - , Katy, TX
"Great Time at a Great House!
For the most part, we really enjoyed our stay. The only issue we had was that the beds were very hard and uncomfortable. Of the 8 people who slept in 5 different beds, we all agreed on that. Also, the knives that are in the kitchen are extremely dull. I recommend bringing your own knives if you plan to cook. "
Apr 20, 2021 - Erica O., Leander , TX
"Wonderful
Barefoot Dreams is everything and more that you would want in a vacation rental. It has everything you could possibly need to make your stay comfortable. You definitely get that beach feel with all the island themed decor. The furnishings aren’t just beautiful but comfortable too. Comfortable beds, heated pool and a short walk to the beach. The perfect location and accommodations.
We stay a month and rebook for the following year before we leave as to not lose this perfect home away from home. You won’t be disappointed in Barefoot Dreams or (Property Management). There are several rental companies on the island but (Property Management) is the best one to work with. Customer satisfaction is important to them and they strive to make your stay meet your expectations and match you with the perfect property. We are thankful they suggested Barefoot Dreams. "
Feb 17, 2021 - Terry D., Saint David, IL
"Absolutely Wonderful
I cant recommend this house enough. It had plenty of room for our 8 guests. Everyone had their privacy. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The heated pool was such a nice addition that we used constantly! And the house is a very short walk to the beach and close to everything in town. Oh and especially great that we could bring our dogs. We will rent again! "
Nov 05, 2020 - , Corpus Christi, TX
"LBD Weekend
This has been by far one of the best places we stayed enough room for everyone well cleaned and less than a minute from the beach"
Oct 02, 2020 - Mark C., San Antonio, TX
"COVID-19 Didn’t Stop Our Family Fun
Checking in on Saturday we walked to the beach to check it out! We discovered the walk wasn’t bad at all. The house having a pool and the outside area was a dream. The grand boys loved the outside and the adults loved the large living area inside. Our only complaint was the two bedrooms on the main floor have no tv hookups for cable or satellite. We brought a tv for the boys and couldn’t hook it up. We love this place and (Property Management) so much we put a one night down payment for next year! See you in 2021!!"
Aug 08, 2020 - Mike R., Corsicana, TX
"Perfect.
The house was very clean and well maintained. Had enough space for all of us, a party of 15. The pool is a plus, the grandkids had a blast in it. That’s the main reason we got a house with a pool. Will definitely be coming back and hopefully getting the same house ��"
Jul 20, 2020 - Fidel A., South Houston , TX
"Wonderful Home and Vacation!
Barefoot Dreams was the perfect home for our recent vacation to Port A. There were 9 adults and 3 young children and the home accommodated us all comfortably. The home is in the perfect location, just a short and easy 5-10 minute walk to the beach. The pool was AMAZING after a long day at the beach. It is mostly shaded after about 3pm which was great for all of us who were burned after day 1! The kitchen was very well stocked (except for silverware--might want to bring some plastic cutlery). The rooms were perfect, except for the beds...they were VERY hard :( This didn't bother the young folks, but for us older ones it was a bit uncomfortable. We had some issues with the bottom floor room not cooling well, but after putting in a maintenance request, they came and fixed it ASAP. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this home for your Port A vacation! We are already planning on booking for next year! "
Jun 20, 2020 - Ashley C., Carrizo Springs, Texas
"Never Again!
Very disappointed in paying for something that I didnt get and called to get ac fixed never happened and still have not recieved call back if spoke with property owner"
Jun 11, 2020 - Melisa G., Mathis, TX
"Great Location
The house is in a great location very close to the beach. We really enjoyed having a private pool. The only thing was that we couldn’t leave any kind of food out in the kitchen, not even for a couple minutes, without roaches getting on it."
May 24, 2020 - , Corpus Christi , Tx
"great time
we had a great time. Thank you!!!"
Jan 02, 2020 - ross h., devine, tx
"Couples Retreat 2019
Overall we had a great time! We loved the house! We definitely would like to rent this house again in the future! The biggest issue we had was roaches all over the house. Big ones and little ones. The first floor room had a very bad musky smell. We had to buy scented candles and air freshers to help control the musky smell. I would like the management company to call my cell. We should receive some kind of compensation for the issues. "
Sep 24, 2019 - Michael R., San Antonio, TX
"Family Fun Times Before School
We had so much fun especially in the pool! Everything was clean other than the first floor room had a nasty smell as soon as you open the door. Couldn't pin point where it was coming from or what it could be, it seems that it may have had water damage before from flooding and it wasn't cleaned out or repaired correctly. We've been staying at Port A for several years and first time we've had an issue with a home. This home had sufficient room for our families sleeping arrangements. (Property Management) folks are polite and great customer service! See you in 2020. Thank you "
Aug 14, 2019 - Patricia R., Austin, TX
"Barefoot Dream Escape!
The house was comfortable and roomy. The pool was fantastic and the beach a short walk away. Our only complaint were the back stairs, which seemed a little steep."
May 07, 2019 - , Austin, TX
"Barefoot Dreams 616 SCD
The house was perfect for our group. Nicely appointed and comfortable for all. Would rent again and recommend."
Apr 23, 2019 - John B., Rockport, TX
"Great November Vacation
This is a great house. Being here during November, we had a few cool days, and the heated pool saved the day for the grandkids. Open floor plan is great for having everyone together. Great selection of pans and utensils. Everything worked flawless. Beds are fantastic."
Dec 08, 2018 - Steve M., Cedar Hill, TX
"A fun place to come together
This house was perfect and met all our needs! It was such a short walk to the beach and having the heated pool for the kids was nice too! Lots of space for all our families to have their own areas, but still come together for meals. The property management team worked with us to get us the keys and did a great job communicating before our stay. Would definitely recommend this place!"
Oct 25, 2018 - Katherine B., Austin, Texas
"The best vacation home for multiple families
My family and I were very happy with this location and the house, including the private pool. Will come back next year. "
Oct 22, 2018 - Irene H. T., San Antonio, Texas
"September 2018
Our group of friends and family had a great time at Barefoot Dreams! Plenty of room for everyone and the pool was a great plus. The room downstairs was musty smelling, but, overall, not too bad. (Property Management) was so helpful, especially while planning our trip. We'll be back!"
Sep 30, 2018 - ARLENE F., NIEDERWALD, TX
"Wonderful stay
We arrived Friday evening and they had our key ready in a super easy lock box. We arrived inside and it was amazing, like our own little beach house. Everyone had their own rooms and we were able to all gather in the living room and sit at the huge kitchen table for dinners. The kids loved the pool and the adults loved the bungalow. Nice and relaxing and super close to the beach, we rented a couple golf carts and it made it sooooo easy. We loved it. "
Aug 21, 2018 - Brandi G., Spring branch , Tx
"Beautiful 3 story beach house
Our family of 14 came to Port A for 4 days. Each of the 4 couples had a beautifully decorated bedroom and a bathroom plus a bedroom for the kids. The pictures dont do it justice. It has a wonderful beachy feeling. It is a block or 2 from the beach and we took our rented golf cart to the beach, pier and ship channel everyday. Even better than the house was the pool and back yard. It was a perfect size. The deepest part was 4 1/2 feet. Two of the little ones learned to swim in it! At night the pool light turned violet and some of the adults hung out down there. We drank coffee on the breezy front porch every morning. Loved the house. "
Aug 16, 2018 - , Dime Box, TX
"Steffen Family Vacation
Our first time renting a house instead of a condo. Great to have children & grandchildren under one roof "
Aug 10, 2018 - Stella S., Seguin, TX
"Family vacay 2018
We stayed here Aug2-5 and it was very clean and spacious. The decor was super cute and fit the beach theme. I never made it to the top floor but the family upstairs said the rooms were huge! I did get to see the main floor rooms and they were very spacious. I stayed downstairs and will admit the only thing that bothered me was the strong mildew smell in the bottom rooms. It really messed with my allergies so if you have allergies maybe stay upstairs just got plug ins and it helped while we were there as far as the smell. We had so much fun in this house I've already booked for next year!"
Aug 07, 2018 - Maggie A., Early, TX
"Great stay
We had an amazing time!! The house was beautiful ,clean, and perfect! I have been using port a escapes for about 6 yes now! Always my go to for booking my beach vacation."
Jul 25, 2018 - , Pflugerville, TX
"2018 Summer Trip
the down stairs apartment smelled like cigerates and the gas grill was extermely dirty "
Jun 18, 2018 - , Dale, TX
"Fantastic Family Vacation 2018
The complete rental process was so easy. Picking the house, payment, easy to contact office, being kept up to date on events and amenities in the area, checkout and follow up. The house we rented was the perfect size for our group. The kitchen was completely stocked with everything that we needed to cook. The gas grill poolside was fantastic for everyone to swim and visit and cook at the same time. Tons of seating for everyone. Rooms were not only very clean and pretty but they were generous in size. The outside water system was a plus for washing off all the sand on our beach toys as well as people! We had a great stay and will definitely be recommending this home to others. Thank you for all you did to open up your home to our family. "
Jun 12, 2018 - Carla M., Pleasanton, TX
"Annual Summer Kick off in Port A
The house was everything we'd hoped for! There were a couple of things we didn't like. The heated pool is great, however, burns like heck after you've been in the sun all day. No where in the rental agreement or description of the property was there mention of cameras. There were 3 that we noticed. one of which was pointed right into the pool, kind of creepy. I think there should be mention of them so people can make their minds up about staying under the watchful eye of who ever was watching. We got used to them and had nothing to hide but...I don't like that the owner does not offer military discount. And I didn't like that we couldn't get an early check in. Other than those things I'd say rent this house, it's awesome!!"
Jun 01, 2018 - Deanna D., New Braunfels, Txx
"WOW! Best Beachhouse for Us!!!
We recently spent 4 nights at Barefoot Dreams, and our experience was superb! (Property Management) is a great management company so we weren't surprised by the customer service we received there. Everyone was professional, friendly, and helpful as always.
This spacious beachhouse was just what we needed for our ever-growing family. We have visited Port A every summer for almost 20 years and have stayed in rentals with more than a little wear and tear. But this home is in excellent condition from top to bottom.
A lot of thought and care has gone into preparing Barefoot Dreams for guests. We enjoyed the multiple outdoor sitting areas. The FULLY stocked kitchen made cooking and serving a crowd a virtual breeze. A huge plus was that we all basically had our own bathroom (it wasn't necessary to share one with 6 or 7 people). But I think everyone's very favorite part was the pool area. We all gravitated to the cool water and shaded palapa where there were plenty of comfortable chairs.
So, we have found our new summer home, even if it is only for 4 or 5 days per year. Our entire family looks forward to making lots more memories at Barefoot Dreams!"
Aug 19, 2017 - jerrie s., buda, tx
"FAMILY VACATION
We had a great time. Barefoot Dream is the perfect place to stay. Close to the beach and town. The pool was a plus. Grandkids loved coming back from the beach and being able to jump in the pool and play for a few more hours. We will be back to Port A next year and will probably rent Barefoot Dream if available. "
Aug 13, 2017 - Sandra F., Burleson, TX
"Best place to stay in Port Aransas!
Our family loved this rental! It was big enough for all of us! It was decorated and furnished to match the beach vacation and we absolutely loved the patio and pool area! We will definitely stay here again! "
Aug 08, 2017 - Arthur D., Lorena, Texas
"Family vacation
Our Family had a wonderful time. The house is amazing. We all had a blast. My family of 5 vacationed with my sisters family of 5 and my mom and step dad. There was 12 of us and we had plenty of room. Location was great as well. Walking distance to the Beach and close to town. The Best Part about this house is the POOL. We all enjoyed the pool! We will definitely be back here to vacation! "
Jul 17, 2017 - Stacy P., Berlin, NJ
"Great house! Great location
Overall, vacation was great! The house had plenty of room for everyone. Great location to town, shops, restaurants and beach. The pool area was awesome! Only complaint is it seems like an older house. The installation could be better between floors. "
Jul 05, 2017 - Shelly K., Inez, TX
"More Than Imagined!
This property is larger than it looks in the photos and was extremely clean and put together. Everything we needed was supplied with the rental.
The pool area is beautiful! This place will always have a piece of our hearts."
Jun 13, 2017 - Zach J., Pflugerville, TX
"Top notch Stay
This vacation rental had it all, plenty of kitchenware and utensils, so leave your kitchen at home! Love the layout, the pool, the closeness to the beach, the c looseness to town, and the amount of parking spaces. Unit was well maintained, pool guy came a few times after the storm to make sure it was ready for us, had problems with the grill and maintenance came really quick. 5 BR's, great for a big family. Only mark would be the downstairs bedroom smelt a little musky, sort of like mold, but I still rate this place a 5 STAR!"
Jun 02, 2017 - James S., Dripping Springs, TX
"Family Fun Getaway
The house was perfect for 7 adults and 6 kids and no one felt crowded. It was centrally located to the beach and town which was very convenient. The pool was amazing as was the outdoor area. Everything was so well maintained and we all had a wonderful time. We can't wait until next year because we will definitely be back."
May 16, 2017 - Julie L., Salado, Tx
"Excellent Home!
This house was just perfect for our family Easter weekend! It accommodated the young and old. We had age range 6-75 yrs old. Plenty of beds and bathroom space for everyone. Very spacious and clean. The pool is a definite plus. It was very clean and the yard immaculate. It had a great fenced in yard and was perfect to let our dog roam without fear of her escaping through a hole! Overall we would definitely rent this home again! Kudos to (Property Management) also for their great service!"
Apr 22, 2017 - Debbie S., San Antonio, TX
"February 2017 Stay
We rented Barefoot Dreams for month of February 2017. The location was fantastic about a block walk to the beach. The house was as shown, clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The new pool area outside was a wonderful oasis! Just beautiful. Pool was to cold to use but we were outside daily enjoying the sun in a very pleasing environment. We had plans to go and see so many things but with the weather being so great all month it was hard to want to go anywhere. Our days consisted of spending time at pool, beach and back to pool area. The screened in porch is a great feature also and we had several dinners out there. The only thing that could make it nicer is if there was a light and ceiling fan on porch. You can tell the owner takes a lot of pride in this property and Port A is great to work with. If there is a problem they are there in no time to address any issues. We are renting this property again next year."
Mar 04, 2017 - John M., Overland Park, Ka
"Barefoot in Port Aransas
House worked out great for us. We had 13 for Christmas then got to relax for a couple of weeks. Short walk to beach and the sea food is outstanding. Second time for us and still fun."
Jan 23, 2017 - Paul D., Hot Springs Village, AR
"Perfecto !!!
EVERYTHING FROM THE FIRST CALL WAS GREAT. THE HOUSE WAS ABOVE WHAT WE EXPECTED . WE ALL WANT TO COME BACK AND DO IT AGAIN. ALL OF US GIVE PROPS TO PORT A STAFF. THANK YOU !!"
Dec 26, 2016 - Wayne B., Austin, TX
"Friends & Family
Great house. Right on a beach access road. Excellent layout. Fenced in back yard. Plenty of parking. "
Jul 26, 2016 - Mercedes V., San Antonio, Texas
"Perfect for multiple familes
This house was PERFECT - easy walk to the beach. We had 4 familes, all with kids, and this accommodated us well. Plenty of room for kids and bathrooms/closets big enough for a pack-n-play! We'll stay here again!"
Jun 14, 2016 - Christyn B., San Antonio, TX
"Barefoot Dreams come true
House was perfect for our group of 10. Lots of space and all the amenities required for a fun weekend. The weather didn't prove to be so great so we were forced to stay indoors for half of our trip but the space the house provided allowed us to play games, cook, watch tv, even dance some without feeling crowded. Would highly recommend this home. "
Jan 08, 2016 - , San Antonio, TX
"Great Escape in Port A
See below. "
Oct 08, 2015 - David J., Austin, TX
"Our family stay at Barefoot Escapes
This was our second stay at Barefoot Escapes. The house is great for our family because there is so much room. The men enjoy the patio and the little outdoor bar downstairs. It is the perfect place for them to cook and enjoy their adult beverages. The house is well kept and the kitchen accommodating."
Aug 04, 2015 - Vickie D., Bandera, Texas
"Barefoot Dreams 616 Sandcastle Drive
We had Rat "Poop" on the counters, in the bathrooms and on the kitchen floor from the first evening we were there!"
Jul 31, 2015 - Tim M., San Diego, CA
"Barefoot escape
Wonderful! All was nice and clean with all the comforts of home."
Jun 25, 2015 - Stephanie B., Temple, Tx
"Port A Vacation
Great vacation. Fit 7 adults and a baby comfortably. Cooked large meals and the kitchen had everything needed including BBQ outside. 5 minute walk to the beach but no direct ocean view. We rented a golf cart and was easily able to get around town and to the beach without actually needing a car."
Jun 17, 2015 - Scott R., Houston, TX
"Memorial weekend
Everyone was very impressed with the house, they all chose their rooms and unpacked. The fifth bedroom was use by someone who didn't mind the smell. Once the AC was turned down to 72 you didn't notice it as much. She was happy to have her own bed & bath."
May 31, 2015 - Jackie G., Katy, TX
"Awesome Stay
The vacation rental was very roomy and clean. Was also close to beach and shops. We enjoyed our stay and will stay here again next time."
May 21, 2015 - Lora L., Austin, TX
"Excellent customer service and accomodations!
Our first time staying in Port A. From the get go, the experience was excellent! The experience started with an awesome mobile app that provided confidence and detailed information on our forthcoming visit/rental. Upon arrival, the rental Staff was prompt, very friendly and they made it QUICK AND SEAMLESS to check in and out. The house was perfect. The distance to the beach was about a block, low traffic and close to stores and restaurants. The house was clean, comfortable and literally had all of the amenities of home (cookware, grill, pots/pans, TV's...you name it!). It was a home away from home! "
May 06, 2015 - Daniel L., San Antonio, Texas
"Spring get away
We had a great time. However we had someone leave us a box of feces on the front porch with a nasty note and then the cops came to the house two doors down in the middle of the night. We also asked to pick up keys late and the wrong keys were left for us causing us to have to wait another hour to get into our rental."
Apr 16, 2015 - Ana H., San Angelo, TX
"Great stay in Port A!
Barefoot Dreams was the ideal house for our family. Everything as stated, if not better. Master Suite and deck wonderful! Kitchen couldn't be more convenient or better stocked with anything you could possibly need...we opted to give the many wonderful restaurants lots of our business to give Mom a break. Would highly recommend this property! "
Apr 06, 2015 - Gayle F., Montezumi, KS
"What a great house. It was amazing!
We rented this house for the month of December for the family. It is so comfortable, close to the beach and pet friendly. I would definitely rent again. We found a agent and are going to purchase a home of our I own."
Jan 03, 2015 - Patricia G., Hockley, TX
"Awesome Beach Retreat
This house was perfect for our family. Our children are all adults and the way the bedrooms were furnished worked perfectly. The house is within blocks of the beach. Had a really awesome memorable family vacation!"
Sep 30, 2014 - Donna W., Temple, TX
"Perfect Location
Property was as described. Location is best. We didn't use the first floor bedroom because of a musty smell. Top two floor were perfect."
Sep 23, 2014 - , Fort Worth, TX
"Family Port A Trip 2014
Great location. Was able to walk to beach. House was big enough for our family. Yard guy however mowed and did not blow the grass trimmings so had grass all over our stuff that was on the driveway under the house and had to sweep it all up. Other than that it was a great place to stay."
Aug 08, 2014 - Stephanie M., Austin, Texas
"Nice place to be in Port A.
Nice house. Easy walk to the beach. Would stay there again."
Aug 07, 2014 - , Volente, TX
"Great 4 days in Port Aransas
I loved the house. The beach house was everything we had hoped it would be. It was just like the pictures on the virtual tour. Everything was in great condition. The air-conditioning, tv, washer/dryer all worked well.
We did not have internet at first, but after we called them, they had someone over to get it fixed in an hour. The house was close to the beach. It had a very big backyard for our dogs. The grass was green. We enjoyed the front deck very much with the chairs, table, and turtle bench, and also the back small deck. Getting to sit out on the decks with the beauty of the sunrise and sunset along with the palm trees and sea breeze was great.
The private room downstairs was great for our youngest daughter and husband. The bar with stools came in handy down below the steps. We cleaned and cooked shrimp down there. The lighting was great. We appreciated the lights in the backyard and back steps. We cooked hamburgers on the grill in the backyard. It was a beautiful house. We loved all the furnishings and decorations. We also appreciated all the kitchen dishes and utensils. We would love to be in that house again sometime. "
Jul 29, 2014 - Albert M., Frisco, Texas
"Great Stay
House was very clean and decorated very nice. My family and I stayed for 3 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. Just a short walk to the beach. "
Jul 24, 2014 - Diana B., Arlington, TX
"Property Management Problem
We would've had a great experience had the last bedroom been habitable. When we got there, the street-level bedroom suite had the dehumidifier break prior to our arrival, so the room was stuffy and musty that we couldn't stay there. There was mold on the ceiling and uninhabitable. We had several members of our party who had compromised immune systems from previous battles with cancer, so there was no one who needed that exposure. After we notified the management company, they said they'd find us a new place the next day. Then the next day, they told us that no other properties were available. They brought in two queen inflatable beds (which one didn't work), but some of our party was unable to come due to lack of space and not enough bathrooms. What makes me crazy is the Management Company knew about the problem, and didn't notify us in time to book a new property that could accommodate our large party. We would have booked with another property had we known, but I feel like the property company took their chances with us just to make a buck, while jeopardizing the enjoyment of our family vacation which we rarely get to take, and costs us significantly to do. Very disappointed with the property management team, but very much liked the house (the parts we could inhabit) and the location."
Aug 26, 2013 - Wendy P., Dallas, TX
"Good times at Barefoot Dreams
Great location, lots of room and lots of fun for our family. "
Aug 11, 2013 - Ronnie V., Ballinger, TX
"Company Vacation
I took the staff with the families on our annual vacation & we stayed here. It worked out Great! Beautiful location and home. Plenty of room for the kids to run and spread out. I would recommend this home to anyone, either a small family or large groups! "
Aug 07, 2013 - Laura C., Buda, TX
"PERFECT PLACE!!!
I booked the property to celebrate my birthday. There were 4 set of couples for this event. This location was perfect for all of us. No one had to sleep on a twin bed or a futon. But the room was spacious enough if we need a little more room. The property was updated and well kept. Minus the construction on the main road (not a property issue)...we absolutely loved everything. I plan to be using this exact property for all my future bookings. It was also extremely convenient to the beach!"
Jun 20, 2013 - Stephen D., Schertz, TX
"Barefoot Dreams Carmody Family Weekend
It was the first time my entire family has ever gotten together for vacation time. This proved we could do it! We loved being close to the beach - walking distance. There was ample parking space for all the vehicles. Thank you!
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May 30, 2013 - , Bastrop, TX
"Great house.
Place was even better than the pictures. Would definitely stay again!"
May 23, 2013 - Michael M., Helotes, TX
"Fun, Fun, Fun
Slept 13 of us very comfortably. Wish we could've stayed longer. Loved that we could bring the pups."
Apr 16, 2013 - , San Antonio, Tx
"WONDERFUL & BLESSED FAMILY VACATION
~THE HOUSE WAS ABSOLUTELY COMFORTABLE & BEAUTIFUL. LOCATION TO THE OCEAN WAS JUST PERFECT... NOT TOO CLOSE & NOT FAR AT ALL, WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. WE FELT SECURE AND WELL CARED FOR BY THE PROPERTY MANAGERS. THE HOME WAS WELL EQUIPPED WITH HOUSE GOODS, KITCHEN ESSENTIALS AND NICE TV'S. OUR PETS WERE HAPPY AND COMFORTABLE AND THE FENCED BACK YARD PROVIDED EXTRA SECURITY FOR US AND THE PETS. THANK YOU FOR A BEAUTIFUL TIME, WE'LL DEFINITELY USE PORT ARANSAS ESCAPES TO PLAN OUR NEXT BEACH VACATION AND MOST OF ALL WE WILL RECOMMEND IT TO OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. WE THANK GOD FOR ALLOWING OUR FAMILY TO HAVE ONE OF OUR BEST VACATIONS EVER :) THANK YOU, PORT ARANSAS ESCAPES FOR ALL YOUR HELP. GOD BLESSSINGS IN THE NEW YEAR AND HOPEFULLY... SEE YOU ALL SOON.
GIGI, JESUS & SAMMY SILERIO
PANCHO & PEANUT BUTTER TOO (PETS :)
PS. THIS COMES FROM OUR FAMILY MEMBERS & FRIENDS THAT CAME TO VISIT US DURING THE MO OF DEC 2012."
Jan 04, 2013 - Gigi S., El Paso, Tx
"Review
I wish they had looked at the property before we checked in. The trash bin was overflowing leaving no room for our trash. There were numerous lights that the bulbs had burned out and the recycle bin was also full. Other than that it was good."
Aug 27, 2012 - Sharen M., Round Rock, TX
"Great vacation rental
Only complaint was that we did not have access to Internet as described. Otherwise, we really enjoyed this clean, modern house, being within walking distance of the beach was a real plus, with easy access to town also."
Aug 14, 2012 - Robin K., Austin, TX
"July 18, 2011
The description of the house is incorrect - there is only 4 baths and the 5th bedroom is on the bottom floor of the house not directly connected to the main living space. This was not expected and caused the family to be separated during a mini family reunion. The other item which was frustrating was there was no internet or cable. I realize this disruption was caused by a change in service providers, however, it was not identified at check in and afer multiple calls to the managment company and no return calls it was a frustrating experience."
Aug 10, 2012 - , Cypress, Tx
"Great vacation!
This was one of our best vacation places ever! Clean,lots of room and close to the beach. Loved the kitchen area with large island to serve from. Would have liked all the TV's to have been hooked up to cable as we could only get the one in the living room to work. Only complaint other wise would be bring your own can opener and toaster as those did not work well.
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Aug 03, 2012 - , taylor, TX
"Great house
Great house. Great location. TV did not work and BBQ grill needs to be updated, but perfect otherwise."
Jul 27, 2012 - , Flower Mound, Texas
"Great Stay At Port A !!!
The place is walking distance to the beach and the house can accommodate a large family. If you like Port Aransas its a great place to stay."
Jul 16, 2012 - , Austin, TX
"4th of July stay
Loved the house. Loved the location. House had 4 baths, not 5 as advertised. Only real problem was a nonworking tv that we reported 1st day. Next day repairman came said another guy needed to come and we did not ever see anybody else. The location to the beach is very convenient. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch in the evening and just people watching"
Jul 11, 2012 - R. Scott W., Amarillo, TX
"Home away from home
12 friends and family easily fit into this rental. Beautifully furnished so you felt like you were at home. Close to te beach so the little red wagon worked great with the little ones but far enough away that it was quiet all night. Overall, a great time. We' ll be coming back."
Jun 06, 2012 - Chris C., Austin, Texas
"Vacation
Great location and lot's of fun."
May 15, 2012 - Wayne J., Austin, TX
"We had a blast
We stayed at Barefoot Dreams in mid april. The house was extra spacious and very nice on the inside and out. The backyard quite large and there was plenty of parking. I would definitely recommend. "
May 07, 2012 - John C., Katy, TX
"Barefoot Dreams
This is a wonderful home with lots of space and a great location. We particularly liked the front and back decks so we could enjoy the morning and evening sun. We have stayed here for 3 years and hope to be back."
Apr 15, 2012 - , Miles City, MT
"Barefoot Dreams
There were a few problems with the property. One of the main problems was the quality in which it was cleaned. In all bedrooms it smelled as if the cleaning crew had used an old mop to clean the floors. It was a distinct smell! The bottom room was unusable due to a mold condition. We planned this trip for 6 month. We received a 20% refund but it realy put a damper on the trip. Property Mgt. was very professional and kind. I will use Escapes again but will not recommend this property. Hope to see you soon."
Oct 04, 2011 - , San Antonio, TX
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Everyone in our group had a Great Time. We loved the location-being so close to the beach. The house w/5 bedrooms was great ,also. Hope that in the future we will be able to rent again. Hope everyone that rents this property enjoys it as much as our bunch did."
Jul 24, 2011 - Kathy M., Cleburne, Tx
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Jul 21, 2011 - Zula A., San Antonio, TX
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The only concern we had was there needed to be more then one roll of toliet paper per bathroom and the departure instructions stipulate the rental needed to be cleaned afterwards with use the W/D for towels etc. The owner should, as in other rentals from the web site, supply said commities.
We had to purchase cleaning products and Tide in order to meet the stupulations. Other rentlas we have used from the VARBO WEB site have had such items in place.
Overall we enjoyed the rental and would highly reccomend it to others, having done so already.
G.W. Erskine"
Jul 11, 2011 - George E., Kileen, TX
"Great escape in Port Aransas
Only suggestion I would make would be to have a few amenities like small laundry detergent, coffee filters, a few spices & condiments, inexpensive beach towels...if not then a list provided to potential renters of items suggested they bring."
Jun 16, 2011 - , AMARILLO, TX
"Great loved it
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Jun 15, 2011 - Susan H., San Antonio, TX
"Great Time
We had a great time at the house in Port Aransas."
Jun 07, 2011 - , San Antonio, TX
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