A light-filled, single-story 1940s bungalow steps from the Alister Street shops in central Old Town.
Sleeps 2 · 1 BR · 1 BA · 5-minute walk to the heart of Old Town Port Aransas
Tin Cottage by the Sea is a classic Old Town bungalow built in the early 1940s, sitting in the historic core of Port Aransas within a short walk of Alister Street's restaurants, bars, and boutiques. The full kitchen, a rarity in a property this compact, handles real meals without compromise. A TV and Wi-Fi round out the interior, and on-site parking means one less thing to manage on the island.
Bedrooms
One bedroom with a king bed sleeps 2. One bathroom serves the home. The layout is sized for a couple or solo traveler, keeping the space quiet and private.
Outside
The bungalow has a private driveway for parking. The grounds carry the old-island character of the historic Old Town district, with classic cottage architecture that reflects the neighborhood's early fishing-camp roots.
The setting
Beach Access at East Cotter Street is about a 10-minute drive. The Alister Street shops, Shorty's Place (a Port Aransas institution since 1946), and Castaways Seafood and Grill are all within a short walk. For a local hotspot, KC's Oyster Shack is a beloved Old Town raw bar where the sign-up sheet goes out at 3pm and fills fast, so add your name early. Golf carts, beach gear, and fishing charters can be added directly through PAVC on the website.
A well-located Old Town bungalow with real history, a king bed, and a full kitchen. Simple, clean, and close to everything.
What this place offers
Beach Access
CO Detector
Cooking Basics
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
TV
Shampoo
Conditioner
The area
Neighborhood
Old Town
What guests are saying
4.00Grant D.
The spot was good. They are pet friendly and have poop bags on the porch for use, which was very nice. Our only minor complaints were that the shower is very small and the AC is incredibly loud and doesn’t make much of a difference to the…
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5.00Crissy G.
Absolutely loved our stay! Amazing and communicative host that made us feel welcomed and our stay appreciated. We had two request for our stay that was happily accommodated. It's perfect for a couple and their pups. It is exactly as…
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5.00Amanda B.
Ask the host for a local, fresh, seafood recommendation. You won't be disappointed. Great location. Pillows and bed super comfy.
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4.00Hatfield G.
Comfortable small place. Nice for a couple. It was clean and well taken care of. Only small disappointment was that there was no bathroom sink so you need to wash your hands at the kitchen sink. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. A…
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5.00Mikayla M.
You can’t beat the location it was walking distance to all the restaurants and bars. Small easy place with a few amenities for a couple night stay. Everything was great :)
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5.00Patti D.
We stayed in the the tiny house, tin cottage for two nights and it was just as described and fit our needs as a couple. Everything was clean and simple. We booked an impromptu trip to Port A and still timely received info, check in code,…
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4.00Kim N.
It was a really cute cottage and our host was very responsive. We enjoyed our stay and loved being able to bring our dog. THE BED AND PILLOWS were outstanding! We would stay there again.
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4.00Parker H.
Was a good get away had some minor issues with the lock and the coffee maker doesn’t work but it was a good stay
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4.00Geneiveve B.
Nice little beach cottage
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5.00Wilson D.
Nice place. Clean. Walkable to shops and bars
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5.00Alex Y.
Perfect stay! definitely will be back next year!
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5.00Tyra C.
Cozy spot for my husband, pup & I 🌺 Great stay/location - close to the beach. We had a great time 🌿
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5.00George S.
Thanks for the amazing stay! Hope to be back soon!
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5.00Gabby S.
We had a great stay! It was in a fantastic location. Walking distance to everything, clean place, responsive host. I would stay here again!
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4.00Yasmin F.
We stayed one night, and the place worked well for what we needed! It was clean, had the necessary amenities, and felt cool. The host also communicated well. The code to get in didn’t work, but the host had proactively offered an…
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5.00Alexander R.
The place was great but some stuff was a little difficult to use and the coffee machine didn’t work properly, other than that 10/10
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5.00Cary D.
Will stay here again...
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5.00Veronica C.
Such a cute little gem close to the beach. Very peaceful and private. Comfortable setting, for a short getaway. Loved that there was a good amount of space for my pups to walk around and play. Walking distance to the beach was perfect for…
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5.00Michael D.
The Tin Cottage was a great little getaway. It was comfortable and clean and conveniently located to everything Port Aransas has to offer, yet seemed private and secure. I hope to visit again soon.
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5.00Casey H.
Great location and perfect for a long weekend getaway with our lab! Walking distance to restaurants and close to the beach. Host was great at providing detailed information ~ we had everything we needed.
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5.00Sheri C.
cottage is appealing! place was clean. space is plenty big for two. I rested well. bed and linens very comfy. a cold front came in and there was a portable heater available that easily warmed the space. I did not use the kitchen but it…
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5.00Cary D.
I was given an invalid access code for entry. Eventually resolved and gained access. Clean, quiet, great location. I will stay here again.
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5.00Elena L.
The place was so close to everything, and the host was very helpful!
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5.00Bill L.
This was a great place to stay. I was close to restaurants but also close to a park and the shore. Appreciated having the supplied space heater as there was a drastic temperature change in the two days we were there.
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5.00Emily L.
Location, location, location! Convenient to beaches, shops and restaurants. We did a short walk in the mornings to barefoot coffee. Great stay and cute little place perfect for 2.
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5.00Tassie M.
We had a great time in Port Aransas and this spot was cute, nice, and quiet while still being a few mins away from everything! Would recommend!
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5.00Dustin C.
Great little place!
Super convenient, close to every & dog friendly!
Would definitely stay here again 👍
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5.00Allison H.
Clean and quiet. Fun area with golf carts!
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5.00Laura W.
Great stay, thank you so much!
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5.00James S.
Solo trip to Port A. This place was just what I was looking for for a quick little getaway. Comfortable bed, excellent hot shower, microwave, hotplate, coffee maker. The host was proactive and messaged me to ask how everything was. Very…
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5.00Holly M.
Fun, quite safe and easy. Loved this cute little spot.
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5.00Grant T.
Great location to everything!
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4.00Jeremy E.
Very nice basic cabin. Maybe just a few more kitchen amenities would be nice. But, other than that, it was all that I would want and priced affordably.
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5.00Lisa M.
A perfect place to stay while visiting Port Aransas. walking distance to the beach, bars, restaurants and to hear some live music.
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4.00Vicki V.
The Tin Cottage was a wonderful spot. Everything in the house was as described and clean. Would highly recommend The Tin Cottage and Alistair
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5.00Kristin R.
It is a cute tiny cottage by the sea.
It is perfect for 1 person or a couple.
The beach is a very short drive.
We enjoyed our stay!
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5.00Kyle W.
Cozy little place in a great location!
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5.00Suze K.
The place was very clean. The bed was comfortable. The decor is cute. The shower is tiny but the water was hot! The location is great if you want to go to the main beach area. Price-wise, it's good deal if you are staying more than one…
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5.00David P.
Tin Cottage by the Sea is perfect for a quick get away to Port Aransas, walkable to excellent restaurants, the wharf, and the beach.
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4.00Lillian T.
Had a good time. Feels bigger on the inside than it looks on the outside. Exterior rocks are everywhere. Hard on the my feet and my dog. Would recommend adding dark curtains since windows all face the bed. Bed was very comfortable. Updated…
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5.00Gregory S.
Cozy and comfortable for two adults and dog. Looked just like the photos. Shower was hot and bed was comfortable. Studio, one bed with mini fridge, microwave, coffee pot and hot plates. BYO coffee/k-cups. Alistair was a great host.…
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5.00Katy J.
Great location, good communication from host, and most of all, they were super nice about my pets, which is the most important thing to me. Great place!
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5.00Christopher B.
Had Great time in the Tiny house! The bed is very comfortable!
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5.00Dominic H.
Great place to stay and affordable too! My only wish is that the TV was a little bigger. Aside from that, wonderful stay!
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5.00Felicia B.
This was a nice little place close to the beach. Note- the kitchen sink and the bathroom sink are one and the same. The fridge and cooking items were good for whatever you would need. Next door in the same parking area is another rental…
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5.00Taylor L.
Perfect little getaway for myself, my dog & partner. Quiet & tucked away and close to everything.
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5.00Sarah P.
Absolutely amazing little tucked away place if you are a local or you’ve been going down there since you were a baby like us it feels right it feels like home people that have trucks with a lot of fishing gear parking is amazing. You have…
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5.00Eliza P.
Stayed here with my boyfriend and two dogs for a quick weekend getaway! The tin cottage by the sea was perfect for our two night stay! Many restaurants were a walkable distance, and the beach entrance was very close by! Not exactly…
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5.00Frankie B.
This was the perfect spot for a quick solo beach getaway! Clean, easy to find, had everything I needed and Alistair was a wonderfully responsive host. Would definitely recommend!
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5.00Szymon S.
Good stay! Super convenient location, clean and comfortable, with everything I needed. Check-in was easy and the place matched the description and past visitors reviews perfectly.
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5.00Aaron F.
Matches description, great place for two and a pet if you’re focused on getting to the beach and back! Nice walk through the neighborhood to the beach/seawall.
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5.00Keith H.
Great stay! Close walk to the beach
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5.00Madison G.
Great little place for a get away with your partner! Super close to restaurants & bars. The beach is very close as well. We would stay here again
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5.00Hector M.
Great location, exactly as described.
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5.00Anita A.
This tiny home was beyond wonderful. It was a great location near everything. Everything was clean. Even though it’s a tiny home, it has a king size bed that happens to be so comfortable after a long day at the beach. The host was so sweet…
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4.00Tina D.
Air conditioner doesn’t keep place cool during hottest part of day
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5.00Brigid G.
Just as described- cute cabin right in the heart of Port A. We enjoyed our stay along with our two dogs.
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5.00Alicia E.
Private and convenient location. The place felt safe and cozy. Beach isn’t really walkable distance but it’s only a 2 minute drive. 10/10 would recommend for a couple’s getaway!
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5.00Judy R.
Beautiful and peaceful. It was like a hideaway from people and traffic. The place was spotless and nicely decorated. Would definitely return for another stay.
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5.00Kayla D.
Had a great stay, large secluded parking area let me keep things in the truck bed overnight without worrying about them.
Extremely convenient location 4 minutes from everything, if I go back to port A I’d definitely look to see if this…
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5.00Michael B.
Cozy and comfortable! Everything as advertised.
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5.00Q B.
This place is EXCELLENT, and worth every dime paid. lovely area, and just down the road from the beach, and good food. would come back 10/10
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5.00Rachel W.
Not so tiny. Amazing rental and great renters for a couple. Highly recommend.
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5.00Weston S.
They were great hosts!! Super comfortable place.
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5.00Rachel L.
Was awesome for just me and my boyfriend and our dogs!
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5.00Adriana C.
Great little private cottage for a couple. It was perfect for a short weekend trip. Walking distance to many restaurants and bars. You do have to drive to the beach, not walking distance. Host was friendly and very responsive. No issues.…
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5.00Isaac V.
Had a amazing stay here with the wife and definitely recommend this place for any couples looking for a getaway.
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3.00Isela F.
Place wasn’t bad but nothing stood out to say it was amazing. It served its purpose. Pros: my very last minute request for stay was accepted (late at night). Five min or less drive to restaurants, beach and marina. Bed was comfortable and…
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3.00Antonio L.
The place was cozy. I would prefer if the appliances were more updates (the air conditioner and bathroom fan are very loud and outdated for example). Overall, I’d say the place was expensive for what you are getting and the distance to the…
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Frequently asked questions about Tin Cottage by the Sea
Is Tin Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?
Yes. Tin Cottage by the Sea welcomes dogs. Please review the house rules at booking for pet fees, size, and count limits.
How far is Tin Cottage by the Sea from the beach?
Tin Cottage by the Sea is a 10-minute walk from Beach Access (E Cotter) (0.6 miles), or about 2 minutes by golf cart.
How many guests can Tin Cottage by the Sea accommodate?
Tin Cottage by the Sea sleeps up to 2 guests across 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
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What time is check-in and check-out at Tin Cottage by the Sea?
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available on request at booking.
Is there WiFi at Tin Cottage by the Sea?
Yes. Tin Cottage by the Sea includes complimentary WiFi throughout the home.
Is there parking at Tin Cottage by the Sea?
Yes. Free on-premise parking is available at Tin Cottage by the Sea.
Can I host an event or party at Tin Cottage by the Sea?
No. Events, parties, and gatherings beyond the registered guest count are not permitted at Tin Cottage by the Sea.
Is smoking allowed at Tin Cottage by the Sea?
No. Tin Cottage by the Sea is a strictly non-smoking home, indoors and out. A cleaning charge applies if smoking is detected.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation within 48 hours of booking as long as check-in is at least 14 days away, and any time 30 or more days before check-in. From 14 to 29 days before check-in, 50% of the nightly rate and cleaning fee is refunded. Inside 14 days the booking is non-refundable; we may offer a credit or a partial refund if the home re-rents, at our discretion. Taxes and pass-through fees are always refunded. No refunds for weather unless a mandatory evacuation order is issued for your dates.
