House - Rating 4.5 (12)

Footprints in the Sand PV6501

$425.00 - $1,722.00 / night + taxes & fees

Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 5 baths
Guests 15 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Address: 6501 Villa Castellon Drive
  • Location: Beach View
  • Type: House
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Bedding Bedding
Primary Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 3
1 King
1 Twin

Guest Bedroom 2
Sleeps: 4
1 King
1 Twin Day Bed/Twin Trundle

Guest Bedroom 3
Sleeps: 3
1 King
1 Twin

Additional Sleeping Area
Sleeps: 3
1 Twin
1 Twin/Twin Bunk Bed


Description Description
Footprints in the Sand PV6501 – Gulf View Beach House with Private Pool and Optional Heated Spa

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY
Footprints in the Sand PV6501 is a spacious four-bedroom beach home in Maleki Beach, Port Aransas, featuring panoramic Gulf Coast views, a private swimming pool, and an optional heated spa. Each of the four bedrooms features a king-size bed, while additional daybeds and a twin-over-twin bunk bed provide flexible sleeping arrangements for families and groups. The home offers expansive living and dining areas on the top floor, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, and a separate downstairs studio area where kids can hang out. After a day at the beach, relax by the private pool, rinse off at the outdoor shower, or prepare a meal on the charcoal grill.

HIGHLIGHTS
Panoramic Gulf Coast views
Private swimming pool with a separate area for younger children
Optional heated spa available for an additional fee
Four bedrooms, each with a king-size bed
Downstairs studio area with additional sleeping options
Top-floor living and dining areas with ocean views
Fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker and ice maker
Outdoor charcoal grill and shower
Community boardwalk providing access to the beach
Parking for 4–5 vehicles, including boat parking

WHAT TO EXPECT
Footprints in the Sand welcomes guests with panoramic Gulf Coast views and spacious gathering areas. The top floor features the main living and dining areas, where large windows showcase the surrounding water views. The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, cooktop, oven, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, blender, and cooking accessories.

The home has four bedrooms, each furnished with a king-size bed, along with additional daybeds and a bunk bed to accommodate a variety of sleeping needs. Three bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, and the bedroom configurations provide extra flexibility for families traveling together.

The downstairs studio area offers a separate space for children to relax and play, with a twin-over-twin bunk bed and a twin daybed. Outside, enjoy the private swimming pool, a designated shallow area for younger children, an outdoor shower, and an outdoor lounge area. Guests can also prepare meals on the charcoal grill.

An optional heated spa is available for an additional $100 plus tax per night for the entire stay. Please note that the spa does not have bubbles.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Bedroom 1: King bed, TV, and ensuite bathroom with a low-entry tiled shower
Bedroom 2: King bed, twin daybed, TV, and ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 3: King bed, twin daybed with trundle, and TV
Bedroom 4: King bed, twin daybed, TV, and ensuite bathroom
Additional Sleeping: Twin-over-twin bunk bed and twin daybed in the downstairs studio area

BATHROOMS
Four full bathrooms
Bedroom 1 features an ensuite bathroom with a low-entry tiled shower
Bedroom 2 features an ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 4 features an ensuite bathroom

HOME FEATURES
Four bedrooms
Spacious top-floor living and dining areas
Fully equipped kitchen
Refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, cooktop, and oven
Keurig coffee maker, toaster, and blender
Ice maker
Washer and dryer
Utility sink in the laundry room
Free private Wi-Fi
Smart TVs
Downstairs studio area

OUTDOOR FEATURES
Private swimming pool
Optional heated spa for an additional $100 plus tax per night for the entire stay
Shallow pool area for younger children
Outdoor shower
Outdoor lounge area
Charcoal BBQ grill
Panoramic Gulf Coast views
Parking for 4–5 vehicles, including boat parking

COMMUNITY FEATURES – MALEKI BEACH
Community boardwalk providing access to the beach

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A minimum stay of two to three nights is required.
The minimum age for reservation and check-in is 25.
A signed rental agreement and a copy of the contracting guest's driver's license are required.
This property is not pet-friendly. Pets are not permitted.
Smoking is prohibited. This rule is strictly enforced.
Parking is available for 4–5 vehicles, including boat parking.
The heated spa is optional and costs $100 plus tax per night for the entire stay.
The spa does not have bubbles.
Klarna and Affirm payments are not accepted.
Cable and Wi-Fi service in Port Aransas may be unreliable due to the coastal environment. Service disruptions are beyond the property's control, and discounts or refunds will not be provided for these interruptions.
External cameras are located at the front of the property, overlooking the driveway.
STR License: 2024:302400

GUEST SERVICES
Footprints in the Sand is professionally managed by Port A Escapes and includes:
24/7 guest support
Professional cleaning
Pre-arrival inspection by a Port A Escapes team member
Clean towels and linens
A well-equipped kitchen
Starter supplies, including hand and bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge

LOCATION
Footprints in the Sand is located in the Maleki Beach area of Port Aransas, Texas. The community boardwalk provides access to the beach, and several local attractions are within driving distance.
Port Aransas Beach: Access via community boardwalk
Horace Caldwell Pier: 8 miles
Roberts Point Park: 9 miles
Mustang Island State Park: 8 miles
Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington in Corpus Christi: 35 miles

GUEST FAQS
Does Footprints in the Sand have a private pool?
Yes. The property features a private swimming pool with a separate area for younger children.

Can the spa be heated?
Yes. Heating the spa is optional and costs $100 plus tax per night for the entire stay. The spa does not have bubbles.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the property have?
The home has four bedrooms and four full bathrooms.

What are the sleeping arrangements?
Each bedroom has a king-size bed. Additional sleeping options include twin daybeds, a twin daybed with a trundle, and a twin-over-twin bunk bed in the downstairs studio area.

Is the property pet-friendly?
No. Pets are not permitted at this property.

Is smoking allowed?
No. Smoking is prohibited, and the rule is strictly enforced.

Is there beach access?
Yes. A community boardwalk provides access to Port Aransas Beach.

How many vehicles can park at the property?
Parking is available for 4–5 vehicles, including boat parking.

Are laundry facilities available?
Yes. The home has a washer and dryer, along with a utility sink in the laundry room.

Port A Escapes has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided on this website. However, there is no guarantee that the information is completely accurate, and it may contain errors or omissions. Prices, house contents, and features are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.

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Amenities 69 Amenities
  • Boardwalk to the Beach
Attractions
  • Marina
  • Museums
Car
  • Necessary
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Smart TV
  • Television
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Cable
  • Dryer
  • Essentials
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free wifi
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Private Entrance
  • Private Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
  • Wireless Internet
Facility
  • Free Parking
  • Pool
Family
  • Bathtub
Home Safety
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke Detector
Kitchen
  • Area
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Kitchen Island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Shopping
Location
  • Beach View
  • Near Ocean
Outdoor
  • Balcony
  • BBQ Area
Pool
  • Private Pool
PortAEscapes.com Locations
  • Beach View
Sports
  • DeepSea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Bay
  • Fishing - Fly
  • Fishing - Surf
  • Hunting
  • Jet Skiing
  • Para-sailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Wind Surfing
Themes
  • Family
  • Tourist Attractions

Reviews Rating 4.5 (12) Reviews
Rating 5
Best Time!
Foorprints in the Sand was a wonderful choice for our family. It's walking distance to the beach and has a great pool/spa. The home is well appointed and beautiful. The view is amazing! We would like to book it again.
Anonymous from Buda - Posted: 6/7/2025
We hope you made many happy family memories and truly hope to see you again soon! -Port A Escapes
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Memorial Day weekend at Footprints in the Sands
Had a great time for the second time at PV6501. The pool is just right for the kids. Probably return next year. Had a great time at the beach which is a short walk, did not have to drive. There were a lot more dishes and silver wear this time. I would like to see an updated grill. The bath rooms were great, could use some towel racks. Everything was clean and ready.
Anonymous from Corpus Christi - Posted: 5/27/2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and your 5 star review! Thank you for your continuing trust! -Port A Escapes
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Secluded family getaway
This home is perfect for a family getaway! It features two spacious balconies perfect to see the pool and beach! It's only a few steps from a private boardwalk to access the beach. The upstairs features a master bedroom and kitchen which was so welcoming when preparing meals and hanging out with the family. It's located only 10 minutes from town where you can access shopping and restaurants. The family had a blast and we look forward to staying here again!
Anonymous from New Braunfels - Posted: 10/10/2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5 star review! We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Exceptional property
We loved this property. This is our 9th year to come for our family vacation. After staying in many different properties, this one is our favorite. Everything you need and more. So much space to stretch out. The pool and hot tub were clean and perfect. We enjoyed it many times during the day. The view is amazing and relaxing. So much to offer. Can’t wait for our next trip back to Port A.
Anonymous from Andrews - Posted: 9/13/2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave this great review. We hope to host you again very soon.
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Beautiful and excellent location!
Beautiful house that is perfectly located. Easy walk to the beach that is very low populated. House had everything we needed for our multi family vacation. Pool was a great way to end a nice day at the beach! Would 100% stay here again.
Anonymous from el paso - Posted: 7/18/2024
We hope you made many happy family memories and truly hope to see you again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Family Port A Trip
Our family loved where we stayed and are thinking about booking again next summer. Location is private and is easy access to the beach. House was spacious with plenty of room for everyone. Property could use some upkeep as the AC couldn’t keep up, patio door was difficult to open and close on the upper deck and the dishwasher upper rack was broken. Also, the hot tub kept draining all the way into the pool making the pool very hot and really not very pleasant. However these issues would not prevent us from renting again.
Anonymous from Granbury - Posted: 6/29/2024
Please let us know when you are ready to plan your next escape! Thank you for your 5 star review!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 2
Vacation 2024
We got there house looked great dissapointed pool wasn’t cleaned at all all week we had to use public pool and trash cans were all full we left Friday and stayed full
Anonymous from San Antonio - Posted: 6/15/2024
We are sorry for your experience. The pool contractor came on Tuesday of your stay and then came on Friday, the day you departed. Trash is picked up in that neighborhood once a week on Fridays.
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Family Vacation
Footprints in the Sand has a very nice location. Close to Port A and the island. A very secluded location with a 10 minute walk to the beach.

The pool is very kid friendly. However no shade provided morning to mid afternoon. No cushions on the pool furniture and 2 wicker lounges were falling apart.
For the price we expected more amenities. There was only one towel per person for the entire stay of 4 days. Also no towel racks or hooks to hang up wet bathing suits in shower.
For a house that sleeps 15, the amount of pots and pans was not adequate. Some needed replacing as they were rusty and unusable.
We did enjoy our stay, some of the above mentioned items need to be addressed.

Anonymous from Corpus Christi - Posted: 6/10/2024
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will take care of your suggestions and hope to impress you in the future. Please come again!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Wonderful home and stay
Home is fantastic. Everything was clean and well kept. We had two minor issues which management addressed promptly. In one case, a repairman was at the home within a half-hour! I would stay there again.
Anonymous from The Colony - Posted: 5/29/2024
Thank you for being an amazing guest. We hope to see you again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Footprints in the Sand
Excellent house and location. We had 8 adults & 6 kids. The house was just lovely, in a perfect location, and the pool was wonderful. The kitchen had everything we needed including a crock pot, the beds were comfortable, the house was quite, & we'd stay there again in a heartbeat! Loved it. Beautiful home. I'd highly recommend it and Port A Escapes is my go to in Port A!
Anonymous from Sachse - Posted: 6/26/2023
Thank you for being our guest! We hope to see you and your family again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Great Family Vacation Home
Where to start, communication was great. Kids loved the pool, adults loved the hot tube. The walk to the beach is great. House is amazing and plenty of room, clean
Anonymous from Giddings - Posted: 6/14/2023
Thank you for your high marks!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Great for large families
We've stayed several places in Port A, but this is our favorite house. Very open and spacious for a large group. We had 8 adults and 6 children. Short walk to the beach, which was important to us with the small kids. And the pool was the perfect size for them, they all enjoyed it very much. Highly recommend!
Anonymous from Fluvanna - Posted: 8/2/2022
Happy your whole family enjoyed their time!! Thank you for staying with us at Port A Escapes!!
Port A Escapes staff
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