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Driftwood Cottage at Palmilla Beach | 4-Bedroom Townhome | 4 Bathrooms | Golf Course Views | Pet-Friendly | Resort Amenities

Welcome to your perfect family getaway in Port Aransas, TX! This charming townhouse is designed with families in mind, featuring baby gates and a Pack-N-Play for your little ones. With a dog-friendly policy, you can bring your furry friends along to enjoy the sun-soaked beaches and vibrant local attractions. Spread out over three floors, the layout of this home ensures everyone has plenty of privacy while still enjoying communal spaces for mealtimes and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove, oven, and coffee maker, including both regular coffee and a Keurig for your morning brew. This home also features a main living area with a plush sectional and a TV for streaming your favorite channels. This townhouse also boasts four comfortable bedrooms including one on the first floor with a king bed and en suite bath, two additional rooms with king- and queen-size beds, and room with twin bunks on the top-floor. Outdoors, enjoy the view and the fresh air from your balconies, take a short walk over to the two elegant resort-style pools that are heated during our winter season, or stroll through the neighborhood, cross the boardwalk, and find yourself right on the beach. This property is also close to golf, the Port Aransas Nature Preserve, shopping, and restaurants ensuring there's plenty to do right at your fingertips. RESORT

AMENITIES

Heated, outdoor pool

Hot tub

Beach access

Permit 592384

THINGS TO KNOW

There is currently major construction occurring on new homes in the area. No current homes or amenities will be affected, though construction equipment may be visible and views may be obstructed in some areas. Construction has been scheduled during certain times of the day to minimize noise and potential disturbances to guests. The work is scheduled to conclude in the next year. Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access. 3 dogs are welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Palmilla Beach Resort approval. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay. Security camera details: Front and back entrance City/town permit number: 013756 You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.


Amenities
Entertainment
Gym/Fitness Room
Television
Kitchen
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Silverware
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Location
Steps to Beach
Parking
Complimentary Parking
Resort Amenities
Complex Pool
Fitness Center
Pickleball
Resort Golf
Resort Pool
Spa
Unit Essentials
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Linens
Pets Allowed
Private Hot Tub
Shampoo
Towels
Washer/Dryer
Wifi
View
Golf Course View

Bedding
Bedroom 1
Double Bed
1 King
Bedroom 2
Double Bed
1 Queen
Bedroom 3
Double Bed
1 King
Bedroom 4
Double Bed
1 King
Common
Single Bed Single Bed
2 Twins

Location

Add-Ons
Guests can enhance their stay by adding packages such as a personalized guest basket, convenient car rentals, and other tailored experiences directly to their booking.
Golf Package
Book the Stay & Play Package and receive: two 9-hole rounds of golf, one golf cart for play, and a $50 food & beverage gift card to use at participating on-property outlets. Available for stays through February 28.
Elves Were Here
Surprise your crew with Santa hats, candy canes, milk and cookies, a festive coloring activity, and a poolside cabana reservation at our heated pool! Available for stays November 27 through December 26.
Festive Escape for Two
Cozy up with a charcuterie board, hot chocolate, locally sourced sweet treats, and Palmilla postcards to send a little holiday cheer back home. Available for stays November 27 through December 26.
Elves Were Here
Surprise your crew with Santa hats, candy canes, milk and cookies, a festive coloring activity, and a poolside cabana reservation at our heated pool! Available for stays November 27 through December 26.

Reviews 5 Rating
Rating 5
Lovely home, and very comfortable. There were 10 of us and there was plenty of room, where we did not fill crowded. We had a wonderful time.
Reviewed By Norma | July/15/2026
Rating 5
Good place and dog friendly
We enjoy the property, beach, and swim up bar. Reds is very good food.
Reviewed By Jeremy | June/14/2026
Rating 5
Family vacation
This was the best vacation we have taken in a long time. We can't wait to come back and stay at this house.
Reviewed By Britta | July/18/2025
Rating 5
Beautiful, fun stay
Perfect home to stay at for our family. We enjoyed all the amenities the property offered. We will be back!
Reviewed By Jordan | June/16/2025
Rating 5
Driftwood cottage
2nds time to stay at palmilla its extremely nice and guest services provides excellent customer service for anything needed , excellent atmosphere for families
Reviewed By Christopher | June/6/2025
Rating 5
Amazing rental
This house was perfect and definitely want to return in a couple of weeks!
Reviewed By Rudy | June/3/2025
Rating 5
Great stay at Driftwood
Great kitchen and living space. Beds very comfortable. Pools and beach close by. There are stairs but it’s good exercise. The only issue at all were the mosquitoes
Reviewed By Wyn | August/5/2024
Rating 5
Palmilla beach
Absolutely beautiful. Everything is close with so many activities to do all along port a First time here and we had a great time. Been to Galveston, south padre, several other city’s along gulf but this place was the most convenient, clean, and friendliest place we have been. Definitely coming back the resort made our stay smooth and was always immediate to respond to all my questions in email
Reviewed By Zach | March/13/2024
Rating 5
Driftwood Cottage-Great Time!
We booked a last minute trip down the coast. I'm so happy we choose the the Driftwood Cottage. It was very nice, clean and comfortable for our group of 6. We had a great time. Overall the property was amazing. I wish we could've stayed longer to take advantage of all the amenities at Palmilla Beach. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed By Brian | January/8/2024
Rating 5
The home was comfortable and had all the amenities you could possibly want. We had a great time being close to the beach and right across the street from one of the two community swimming pools.
Reviewed By Megan | July/25/2023
Rating 5
4th of July Family Vacay
We love staying at Palmilla and enjoyed this new townhouse. The only thing we didn’t know was the lack of house supplies that weren’t there. Wasn’t a huge deal, we grabbed some at the store. Just kitchen soap and cleaning spray. I would suggest to bring an electric broom to help keep sand out of rooms. We did the best we could with a broom that was there. There were 2 families staying, 4 adults and 4 kids and everyone had plenty of space.
Reviewed By Blair | July/7/2023
Rating 5
Nice House & Great Location
The house was a great size for our family of 8. The only draw back is the living room is very small for a large group.
Reviewed By Kim | June/19/2023
Rating 5
Driftwood Stay
The house was super clean and nicely decorated. We loved everything about it. The location is perfect! There are actually 5 bedrooms but it is not listed. There were 3 king bedrooms, 1 queen, and a bunk room. We had so much room! Beds were comfy. Temperature was great. Highly recommend. We have stayed at many Palmilla properties and this one ranks up there. The pool is across the street! Thanks for a great stay!
Reviewed By cameron | May/30/2023
Rating 5
Reviewed By J | May/17/2023
Rating 5
Brand New Build close to pool!
Awesome house that is close to the pool. We spent 4 days at the beach and the Palmilla Guest Services setup out chairs and umbrellas every day. Super easy to book and house has all the little things like soap, paper towels, dishwashing detergent, wine glasses, etc…. Beds are super comfortable as well. Will definitely rent again.
Reviewed By Blake | October/11/2022
Rating 5
What a beauty!
This brand new home was amazing and has tons of room. The photos do not do it justice. Top notch layout with plenty of bathrooms and beds to go around. Because it is so new, it was missing a few kitchen items we are used to having with rentals. But, all in all a great stay and the Palmilla management team is phenomenal. We will be back!
Reviewed By Katherine | October/2/2022
Rating 5
Great house and location for family getaway!
House and location were great for our family vacation. Highly recommend and we will be back.
Reviewed By Efren | September/5/2022
Rating 5
Excellent Stay
We booked a stay for 3 nights at Driftwood Cottage. The stay was excellent. The unit is brand new (2022) and was super clean. The unit has 1 bedroom (king size bed) on the ground floor with a TV and full bath with a walk-in shower. The second level is another bedroom (queen size bed) with a full bath that attaches to the main living area. The main living area has a kitchen, dining and living area. The kitchen was well equipped with plates, cups, cookware, Kuerig, toaster, crock pot, regular coffee maker (in the cabinet), etc. The TV in the living area is large and has all of the streaming apps, but guests have to use their logins. The third level has two more bedrooms (king size beds) with full baths. There is also a bunk area with a large tv. The bunk area does not have a door, but that worked out great for our young kids. Each bathroom comes with toiletries (bar soap, shampoo and conditioner) for your stay. The unit is also equipped with dishwashing tabs, dishwashing liquid soap and laundry detergent. There are two carport/covered parking spots on the backside of the unit and for our stay there was always street parking available as well.

The location of the unit is great. It is about 50 yards from the pool and it is not far from the Golf Shop/Black Marlin/Reds. We rented a golf cart (from off premises) while we were there and it was great.

When booking go ahead and give guest services a call, because golf carts, beach chairs and cabanas sell out fast. A golf cart is definitely recommended for driving around the property and going to/from the beach over the Palmilla Beach boardwalk. Chairs on the beach are not necessary, but are a convenience. You can take your own chairs, blankets, etc. and set them up in the Palmilla area. They also have bathrooms on the beach that are separate from the public port-a-pottys.

What a great stay, we will definitely return.

Thanks to Vacasa as well that sent many emails prior to the stay, during the stay and after the stay that communicated all the details to make the process smooth.
Reviewed By Rob | July/31/2022
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Policies
Palmilla Beach Resort Fees & Reservation Policies

Resort Fee: A nightly resort fee applies to each accommodation and helps support resort amenities and services, including resort pools, fitness center access, beach access, and Wi-Fi. The fee varies by unit size and season.

Booking Fee: A booking fee applies to each reservation and supports reservation services and the booking experience. The fee is 9% for stays from November 1 through February 28 and 12% for stays from March 1 through October 31.

Cleaning Fee: A one-time cleaning fee applies to each reservation to cover standard departure cleaning and preparation of the accommodation for the next guest. Cleaning fees vary by unit size and season.

Property Protection Plan: A mandatory, one-time Property Protection Plan fee applies to each reservation and varies by unit size. The plan covers up to $3,000 in accidental damage during your stay and replaces a traditional refundable security deposit. The separate refundable pet deposit still applies to pet-friendly reservations.

Check-In & Check-Out: Check-in is guaranteed by 4:00 PM. If your accommodation is ready earlier, we’ll be happy to provide access, but early check-in cannot be guaranteed. Check-out is by 10:00 AM, allowing our housekeeping team time to clean, inspect, and prepare the accommodation for the next guest. The primary guest must be at least 25 years old to check in.

Deposit & Payment Policy: A 10% non-refundable deposit is due at booking, based on the total reservation amount, including accommodations, taxes, applicable fees, and any package items. The remaining 90% balance is due 30 days before arrival and will automatically be charged to the credit card on file.

Cancellation Policy: The initial deposit is non-refundable and will be forfeited if the reservation is canceled. Once the final balance is collected, the entire reservation is non-refundable.

Pet Policy: Pets are welcome only in accommodations specifically designated as pet-friendly. A $150 non-refundable pet fee and $200 refundable pet deposit apply per reservation. Service animals are welcome in accordance with applicable law and are not subject to pet fees or deposits.

Smoking Policy: Smoking, vaping, and the use of illegal substances are not permitted inside any Palmilla Beach Resort rental accommodation. A minimum $400 fee may be assessed for smoking or vaping inside the accommodation. Additional cleaning or damage charges may also apply.

Quiet Enjoyment & Resort Conduct: Please be considerate of neighboring accommodations and follow resort guidelines and local noise ordinances. Guests must also follow local rules for beach use, alcohol, fires, fireworks, beach equipment, and other activities. Excessive noise or disruptive behavior may result in additional fees or removal from the property.
Your Palmilla Beach Resort reservation includes applicable resort, booking, cleaning, and property protection fees. Here’s what each fee covers:

Resort Fee: A nightly fee that helps support resort amenities and guest services. The amount varies by unit size and season.

Booking Fee: Supports reservation services and the booking experience. The fee is 9% for stays from November 1 through February 28 and 12% for stays from March 1 through October 31.

Cleaning Fee: Covers cleaning your accommodation after your stay and preparing it for the next guest. The amount varies by unit size.

Property Protection Plan: Provides coverage for accidental damage that may occur during your stay, offering added peace of mind without a traditional security deposit. The fee varies by unit size.

Select accommodations are pet-friendly. A non-refundable pet fee and refundable pet deposit apply.

Check-in is guaranteed by 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. The primary guest must be at least 25 years old to check in.

A 10% non-refundable deposit is due at booking, calculated on the total reservation amount, including accommodations, taxes, applicable fees, and any package items. The remaining 90% balance is due 30 days before arrival and will automatically be charged to the credit card on file. Once the final balance is collected, the entire reservation is non-refundable.
Cancellation Policies: 10% deposit is due at booking and the remaining 90% is due 30 days prearrival. All deposits are nonrefundable if the booking is cancelled.
Check in time is 4pm.
Check out time is at 10am.
Guests must be 25 years of age to check-in to our vacation homes and condos.
Palmilla Beach Resort welcomes dogs in designated pet-friendly homes and condos. Select accommodations are pet-friendly and are subject to a $150 non-refundable pet fee and $200 refundable pet deposit to be collected at check in.

Pets are not permitted in non-pet-friendly accommodations. Guests who bring a pet into a non-pet-friendly unit may be subject to additional cleaning, damage, or policy violation fees.

Service animals are welcome in accordance with applicable law and are not subject to the pet fees outlined above.
Smoking, vaping or use of illegal substances are not permitted in any rental units. Fees starting at $400 will be assessed if smoking occurs in the accommodation
Resort Amenities & Services

Palmilla Beach Resort offers guests access to a variety of resort amenities and services, including pools, beach access, golf, dining, fitness facilities, and other shared resort offerings. These amenities are an important part of the Palmilla experience; however, availability may vary throughout the year.

Availability of Amenities
Operating hours, access, and availability of resort amenities and services are not guaranteed and may change without prior notice.

Temporary Closures or Limited Access
Amenities may occasionally be closed, limited, or unavailable due to weather, maintenance, seasonal operations, capacity restrictions, private events, safety concerns, or other operational needs outside of our control.

Amenity Closures and Refunds
Palmilla Beach Resort Vacation Rentals does not provide refunds, rate adjustments, or compensation due to the temporary closure, limited availability, or unavailability of resort amenities or third-party services during a guest’s stay. This includes, but is not limited to, pools, beach access, golf facilities, fitness amenities, dining outlets, and other resort services.

Guest Acknowledgment
By confirming a reservation, guests acknowledge that access to specific resort amenities and services cannot be guaranteed for the entirety of their stay and that temporary closures or interruptions may occur without prior notice.

We appreciate your understanding as we work with our resort partners to maintain and operate Palmilla Beach Resort’s shared amenities and provide an enjoyable experience for all guests.