House - Rating 4.4 (15)

Hakuna Matata EP629

$327.00 - $1,032.00 / night + taxes & fees

Bedroom 5 bedrooms
Bathroom 5 baths
Bathroom 1 half bath
Guests 14 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed

  • Address: 629 Pez Vela
  • Location: Off 11th Street
  • Type: House
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Bedding Bedding
Primary Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Guest Bedroom 1
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Guest Bedroom 2
Sleeps: 6
2 Twin/Full Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom 3
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Guest Bedroom 4
Sleeps: 3
1 Twin/Full Bunk Bed

Additional Sleeping Area
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen Sleeper Sofa


Description Description
Hakuna Matata EP629 – Spacious Five-Bedroom Port Aransas Vacation Home with Private Pool

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PROPERTY
Hakuna Matata EP629 is a modern five-bedroom vacation home designed for multi-family and generational getaways. With multiple bedroom suites, separate kitchenettes, spacious living areas, and a private pool, this home offers plenty of room for groups to enjoy time together while maintaining their own space. The thoughtfully arranged two-story layout includes three king suites, additional bunk accommodations, and multiple sleeper sofas. Guests can also enjoy garage access, a large driveway, and a convenient luggage and grocery lift to the second floor. Located in the El Pescador Subdivision, Hakuna Matata offers convenient access to Port Aransas attractions and a short golf cart ride to the beach.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Five bedrooms and multiple sleeping areas
- Private swimming pool with optional heating
- Dog-friendly, with restrictions and additional fees
- Multiple kitchenettes throughout the home
- Three king bedrooms
- Bunk accommodations for additional guests
- Luggage and grocery lift to the second floor
- Garage and large driveway parking
- Washer and dryer
- BBQ grill
- Cornhole game

WHAT TO EXPECT
Hakuna Matata features a unique layout with separate bedroom suites on both floors, making it especially appealing for families and groups traveling together.

On the ground floor, two suites offer separate accommodations. The first suite features a king bed, sleeper sofa, kitchenette, and full bathroom. The second suite includes a twin-over-queen bunk bed, kitchenette, full bathroom, and a door leading directly to the pool area.

Upstairs, the home opens into two distinct living areas. The left side features a two-bedroom suite with a king bedroom, a bunk room with two twin-over-full bunk beds, a full bathroom, and a kitchenette. On the right side, the main living space includes another king bedroom with a full bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living room with ample seating, a sleeper sofa, a washer and dryer, and a half bathroom.

A lift provides assistance with bringing luggage and groceries to the second floor. Outside, guests can enjoy the private swimming pool and cornhole. Pool heating is available for an additional charge.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: King bed and sleeper sofa, downstairs left suite
- Bedroom 2: Twin-over-queen bunk bed, downstairs right suite
- Bedroom 3: King bed, upstairs left suite
- Bedroom 4: Two twin-over-full bunk beds, upstairs left suite
- Bedroom 5: King bed and TV, upstairs right main living area
- Additional Sleeping Space: Sleeper sofa in the upstairs main living room

BATHROOMS
- Full bathroom in downstairs left suite
- Full bathroom in downstairs right suite
- Full bathroom in upstairs left suite
- Full bathroom in upstairs right king suite
- Half bathroom in the upstairs main living area

HOME FEATURES
- Fully equipped main kitchen
- Multiple kitchenettes
- Spacious upstairs living room with ample seating
- Washer and dryer
- Lift for transporting luggage and groceries to the second floor
- TV in the upstairs right king bedroom

OUTDOOR FEATURES
- Private swimming pool
- Optional pool heating for $100 plus tax per day for the duration of the stay
- Direct pool access from the downstairs right suite
- BBQ grill
- Cornhole game

PARKING
- Guests have access to the home's garage.
- Large driveway with additional parking space.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- A two- to three-night minimum stay is required.
- Contracting guests must be at least 25 years old.
- A signed rental agreement and a copy of the contracting guest's driver's license are required.
- Dog-friendly property: Up to two pets are permitted.
- Pet fees for stays of 1–29 days: $100 per pet plus a $25 cleaning fee.
- Pet fees for stays of 30 days or longer: $200 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee.
- Pool heating is available for $100 plus tax per day for the duration of the stay. Please request pool heating when making reservations.
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM but is not guaranteed at that time. On some quick-turn days, check-in may be closer to 5:00 PM.
- Klarna and Affirm payments are not accepted.
- Cable and Wi-Fi service in Port Aransas may be unreliable due to the coastal environment. Service interruptions are beyond the property's control, and discounts or refunds will not be provided for these disruptions.

GUEST SERVICES
Hakuna Matata 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 provided for convenience until you can shop, including hand and bath soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and a sponge

LOCATION
Located in the El Pescador Subdivision in Port Aransas, Texas, Hakuna Matata provides convenient access to Port Aransas Beach, local restaurants, shopping, and popular island attractions. The beach is approximately one mile away.
- Port Aransas Beach: 1 mile
- Horace Caldwell Pier: 2 miles
- Roberts Point Park: 3 miles
- Mustang Island State Park: 18 miles
- Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington in Corpus Christi: 40 miles

GUEST FAQs
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does Hakuna Matata have?
Hakuna Matata has five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and one half bathroom.

Does the property have a private pool?
Yes. Hakuna Matata features a private swimming pool.

Can the pool be heated?
Yes. Pool heating is available for $100 plus tax per day for the duration of your stay. Please request it when making your reservation.

Is Hakuna Matata dog-friendly?
Yes. Up to two pets are permitted. Additional pet fees apply based on the length of the stay.

What are the sleeping arrangements?
The home has three king bedrooms, one twin-over-queen bunk bedroom, and one bedroom with two twin-over-full bunk beds. There are also two sleeper sofas.

Is there parking available?
Yes. Guests have access to the garage and a large driveway.

Does the home have a washer and dryer?
Yes. A washer and dryer are provided.

Is there a minimum age requirement?
Yes. The contracting guest must be at least 25 years old and provide a signed rental agreement and a copy of their driver's license.

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Amenities 61 Amenities
Attractions
  • Marina
  • Museums
Car
  • Necessary
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Cable
  • Dryer
  • Essentials
  • 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
Home Safety
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke Detector
Kitchen
  • Area
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Shopping
Location
  • Near Ocean
Pool
  • Heated Pool
  • Private Pool
PortAEscapes.com Locations
  • Off 11th Street
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 4.4 (15) Reviews
Rating 5
Family Beach Vacation
Our family of 7 with 2 kids aged 7 and 13, were very comfortable in this house. The layout of the rooms allowed privacy for everyone. Pool was great and the location was good for beach access and trips to town. Kitchen was stocked well and made easy prep for meals. Picnic table in breezeway was great for outdoor eating. The lift was fantastic for bringing in luggage and groceries. We would recommend this house for a family vacation.
Anonymous from Terrell - Posted: 6/9/2025
We hope you made many happy family memories and truly hope to see you again soon! -Port A Escapes
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Great multi family getaway
Has 4 separate room with a pool... was great, could of been cleaned alittle better.. the Drain by shower @the pool needs to be cleaned, I cleaned out with water hose a little bit to get it to drain so water wouldn’t stand there
Anonymous from Gonzales - Posted: 5/31/2025
Thank you for letting us know! We hope to see you again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Great visit at the breeze way house.
Enjoyed our stay, it was great! The addition of the bedroom and bathroom downstairs was nice (it's always nice to have a 1/2 bath close to the pool)
Anonymous from Pipe Creek - Posted: 5/31/2025
Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 3
Review
The management company was very responsive and made sure we got taken care of however many problems. On arrival there was a loud constant beep coming from elevator had to pull fuse to stop noise which caused it not to work. The shower in bottom unit would not turn off and had no hot water. Management had to send repair guy. Shower fixed however had zero hot water all weekend to that shower. One towel per person is not enough. Then woke up Saturday morning to find the pool over half drained. Had to call repair man again. Returned after beach that day to find code not working to that unit had to call for a reset. Then after repair guy refilled pool never came back to turn off water almost over flowed. Pool pump was so loud sounded like it was not working correctly could not sleep due to the loud sounds. This is one of the more expensive places we have stayed and had so many problems. We were there for my daughters proposal which we were late to due to waiting for repair guy Friday evening.
Anonymous from NA - Posted: 4/7/2025
We are very sorry for the issues you experienced! The pool company has made the repair they need and we are very sorry it was not sooner. We do hope to see you again Hakuna Matata, to impress you next time!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Thanksgiving Weekend
We really enjoyed the rental. It was clean and in good condition. The heater on the pool did not work for most of our time there. However they did refund the extra we paid for having the pool heated. By the second to last day the pool cleaning crew came to clean it and after that the pool started to heat. The only other draw back was the TV system needed some sort of instructions to operate and every one of them was different.
Anonymous from Fredericksburg - Posted: 12/2/2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are so happy they got it fixed prior to your departure. We are so happy you enjoyed your time with us! -Port A Escapes
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Wonderful Vacation
Checking was simple and the place was great. Very clean and well decorated. We loved all the separate suites , really made it just that much better for our family.
Anonymous from Bartlett - Posted: 7/23/2024
We thank you for your sparkling review! Thank you for being our guest.
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Family Vacation
The house worked out well for us with the separate areas as well as a large enough area to gather together. Our family ranged from age 4 to 68. The kids loved the pool it was just right for them. We enjoyed our stay at Hakuna Matata and plan to come back again. House was as described and check in and check out was easy and efficient.
Anonymous from Princeton - Posted: 7/15/2024
We hope you made many happy family memories and truly hope to see you again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Great Setup
Place was very nice, clean and well equipped. Still has cleaning ladies there at 4 pm but left shortly after. Garbage was full outside and smelled terrible. I believe it was emptied in 2 days. Microwave didn't work and they brought us one that did. I would recommend having someone renail the nails on the upstairs breezeway. Someone could hurt their feet on protruding nail heads. Still a great rental
Anonymous from Schertz - Posted: 6/21/2024
Thank you for your suggestions. We will make sure this is taken care of. A new microwave has been purchased. Please come back soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Fishing Trip
We stayed here for a company fishing trip so we had a diverse group of people. This homes layout gave everyone their privacy and space. The mini kitchenettes in every room was very convenient. The elevator was very helpful bringing your luggage up and down. Overall I was very impressed and would definitely stay again.
Anonymous from Floresville - Posted: 5/22/2024
We hope you allow us to host you again in the near future!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Near PERFECT Experience
This was my first time planning a trip for my family to Port A and Port A Vacation Rentals should be your first choice in Port Aransas. The place was absolutely beautiful. Spacious. Exactly like the pictures and the descriptions. Everything we needed, besides the beach and fishing, was at our fingertips. We did have an issue with the pool heater. I paid $100 extra to have the pool heated but the heater was having issues the entire time. They came to fix it the last day we were there, said it would take a few hours to work, but it sadly never did. When we woke up in the morning to check out on Sunday, however, the pool was nice and heated. Sadly we were unable to enjoy it. Only negative on our trip.
Anonymous from Andrews - Posted: 4/8/2024
Thank you for choosing Port A Vacation Rentals. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and apologize for the issue with the pool heater. We did refund the pooling heating fee due to the inconvenience. Your feedback is valuable, and we will use it to improve our services. We hope to host you again for a flawless experience. Thank you.
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Our Easter Vacations
So in love with the house nice and clean
Anonymous from Waco - Posted: 4/1/2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave this sparkling review! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Hakuna Matata!!!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Best Rental ever!!!!
We loved this house!!! The best we have stayed in so far! Everything you need!! We enjoyed the beach and couldn’t get the kids out of the pool!!!!
Anonymous from Manor - Posted: 8/13/2023
We are so happy to hear that you and the family enjoyed ya'lls stay! We hope to see you guys again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Family Getaway
The house was beautiful. Great layout for older family. Each room is separated so the young adults could be away from the older folks if they are staying up later. House was clean and well stocked. Corn hole and pool were a great addition. The main floor bedroom had a pull out couch, there was plenty of space for our party of 11, and still had a couple empty beds. The elevator did not work the entire time we were there, the maintenance office had to order a part. If you are relying on it be sure to ask if it is working before you go.
Anonymous from Kyle - Posted: 8/9/2023
Thank you so much for your review , the elevator has been repaired! We look forward to seeing you guys again soon!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 5
Great place to stay
Excellent place with tremendous amount of room
Anonymous from Navarre - Posted: 8/1/2023
Thank you for amazing review! We so happy you enjoyed your time!
Port A Escapes staff
Rating 4
Great rental!
Property was fantastic. 6 adults, 3 kids, and a baby. We all had our own space with fridge, sink, and sitting area with tv. The shared kitchen was huge and living space was accommodating. The pool was perfect. We had 2 dogs with us and they had a small fenced area outside.

Only issues we had is the wi-fi was very weak and didn't reach all he living areas especially on ground floor. Could not use TV or sometimes not even our phones unless it was on data plan. Definitely need to bump up plan or get extenders. Also, we needed our our bug spray. We treated the pool area for fire ants and had Palmetto bugs. Once we sprayed, we didn't have a problem. Recommend a pest control do a sweep.
Anonymous from San Antonio - Posted: 7/25/2023
Thank you so much for your feedback , we hope to see you guys back here soon!
Port A Escapes staff
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