Dock Holiday - a Port Aransas getaway

07/05/2025

Want to escape the heat? Check our availability for a quick getaway and replace plain old sweat with some sea water!

12/03/2024

We have openings for December and January!

12/01/2024

We had a December-January booking cancel. Our loss is your gain!
Click the link in our about section to see the property and to book your best Christmas Idea EVER!

12/01/2024

A beach holiday is closer than you think! Get away with it all and enjoy a seaside retreat. You deserve it! The link to book is in our about section

06/08/2024

If you work at home, why not make your "home" somewhere else for a few weeks? Our 3bed/3ba home is a few minutes from the beach and literally steps from the gorgeous gated pool.

If you've gotta work, why not do it somewhere you can get a tan, right?

Check out available dates by clicking the Dock Holiday link in the bio.

06/26/2023

Hey beach dreamers! Looking for a quick trip for the 4th of July? What about spending it at the beach?

Dock Holiday has 2 days open on the 3rd and 4th of July! Spend a couple of days soaking up the fun and sun of beautiful Port Aransas!

Check in, hit the town then the next day got to the beach and enjoy all the fun activities for the holiday, then the next day, head home - relaxed and maybe a little wiped out from all the fun you had, and DEFINATELY wanting more!

Click the property link in the description to secure your independence from a boring vacation!

06/05/2023

Summer's officially ON! So what are you doing still in the hot, swampy city? Head to the coast where the soft breezes and salt air caress your senses!

3br/3ba, all on one floor! Gated breezeway with exercise space for your (smallish) pooch and outdoor shower. Lovely pool a few steps away in case you're done with the sand for the day. Across the highway from the beach so you get quick access without the noise and traffic!

We've got a few days left in June and most of July is still open. Head on over to the link and book your dream beach getaway!
https://silversandsvacationrentals.com/property/0437e44e-fe01-48e1-b4da-0b0315fdc019

05/05/2023

Special Alert!! I've got the updated scoop on all that's fun and "don't miss" on the island!

Let's start with food, because that's fun, right?
Need a burger? I gotta say Irie's island food And it's not just burgers, it's a cool fusion of beachy, Asian, deliciousness. Try the fish tacos, or the spring rolls. Both are killer. Dragon sauce? Yes, please!!! Don't ask - just eat it.

Crab Cakes: I'm crazy about a crab cake. I'll tell you that the very best places to get them are Seafood and Spaghetti Works (under new management, but still the same menu). I know, it's a weird name and yes, they have both seafood and italian food. But the crab cakes are to DIE FOR. More crab than cake. They're pricey but if you get them in a combo platter, it's more reasonably priced and you get to try their other tasty treats too. And, the spagetti ain't half bad! Spicy sauce, perfectly al dente pasta. Yeah...it's good.

The other place to have Crab Cakes is The Phoenix Restaurant and Bar. Elegant but easy going atmosphere with upscale offerings that are simply divine. The crab cakes come with a lemon aioli that is light, fresh and perfectly compliments the perfectly crabby cake. Their other food is wonderful and it's a sweet little spot for a romantic dinner.

Pizza: Well, there's the thing. Pizza is very personal...I mean it's hard to pin down what's great and what's not since everyone seems to have their own idea of what great pizza is. A lot of people like Gaffs, I don't because it's a bar and I just don't dig that vibe. If you do - I hear it's great, so check it out. Others like Dylans - but it's way down in Cinnamon Shore and after a super long wait, I thought the pizza was a beautiful concept, but bland as a preacher's bedroom. We always gravitate towards Pizzeria Port "A" because despite the "all you can eat buffet" setup, the pizza's really good. It's a fairly inexpensive meal where you can fill the kiddos up and still have a glass of wine or a beer.

Mexican Food: I know a lot of people like San Juan. No, I just don't. The quality is ridiculously inconsistent and the last time we were there, the food was cold, bland and just icky. We prefer Cancun next to Coffee Waves. The food is consistently good and they have the best enchiladas this side of El Paso. They are always packed at breakfast because they have awesome breakfasts too!

Seafood: That's why you're on the coast, right? There's lots to choose from. Castaways is good and always a good value. However, they've really cut back their menu so they don't have as many offerings as they used to. Trout Street is not only a good restaurant, but it's on the marina so the view is lovely. Very nice for getting your "sea legs". I know a lot of people like Tortugas, but I've had nothing but bad luck there - from over cooked and rubbery shrimp to poor quality steaks. So I won't go back. Lots of people love it, so if you're into it - give it a try!! Lisabella's Port Aransas - now there's a fabulous restaurant!! It's a bit more upscale, but the food is worth it. Check out their menu and then try the Mermaid Soup. It's fabulous.

05/05/2023

Just returned from Port A and MAN - it was FANTASTIC!! We always go in the Spring and it's sometimes a mixed bag of crazy weather, some restaurants open - some not and spurts of tourists.

But it was like full on Summer last weekend! The island was simply alive with fun and excitement. IF you've not booked your trip - what on earth are you waiting for?

And of course, I want you to book Dock Holiday because it's just far enough (across the street) from the noise and annoyances of the beach, but so close it only takes literally a couple of minutes. Close to town and all that fun - but far enough to enjoy the gorgeous, quiet nights.

We've got 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and sleep 10 in One King En Suite, One Queen En Suite, One Queen with hall bath access, One kid (and adult) friendly bunk alcove - with stairs, no ladder!! And a Queen pull out sofa. Lots of options ALL ON ONE FLOOR. No stairs to tumble down, no hauling your stuff up and down!

We also have a small, enclosed yard with outdoor shower for rinsing off or letting your pooch run. *Do clean up after your pets, please

Go here to see photos and to book your stay today! https://silversandsvacationrentals.com/property/0437e44e-fe01-48e1-b4da-0b0315fdc019

Stay tuned for my Must See & Eat list! I've reviewed them all and I've got the scoop!!

03/22/2023

Well it's getting to be beach time again! There are fun things to do year around, but this time of year it seems the natives get restless and want a little more activity. Annual Sand Fest is coming up as well as a lot of other cool things to see and do.

Click here for a calendar of events. https://www.portaransas.org/events/?gclid=CjwKCAjwzuqgBhAcEiwAdj5dRi0M8Z3F0YcRjzlA2UTCaf01r0aHI2wYB9qlo1seFrFShVAL3e7gQxoCKtQQAvD_BwE

And as always, if you need a place to stay - we've got just the place.

From Port Aransas fishing tournaments held year-round to festivals of art, food, live music, and nature, Port Aransas is a great place to spend your vacation. Experience holidays, Texas SandFest, Port A Live Music Fest, and more!

09/27/2022

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