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Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access

Family-friendly stay near Mustang Island Beach

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7196 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Aransas

Close to the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Port Aransas vacation home, you'll find Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Mustang Island State Park. Holiday Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Port Aransas Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 19 min drive - 24.7 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 20 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Texas State Aquarium - 42 min drive - 65.9 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dylan’s Coal Oven Pizzeria Etc - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shore Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Lodge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access

🌊☀️ Relax, Unwind & Breathe in the Sea Air at Brucie’s Bungalow – MD145 🏖️
Your perfect slice of Mustang Island paradise

✨ Ocean views • Multiple balconies • Private boardwalk to the beach ✨

📌 Occupancy Notice
Maximum occupancy is strictly enforced per city ordinance and is based on legal capacity, not bed count.

🌴 Welcome to Brucie’s Bungalow
Escape to Brucie’s Bungalow, a beautifully renovated coastal retreat where modern comfort meets laid-back Gulf Coast living. Nestled along quiet Mariner’s Drive, this home offers a peaceful getaway away from the crowds—while still keeping you close to Mustang Island’s best beaches, dining, and entertainment.

Stroll down your private boardwalk, feel the sand between your toes, and let the island vibes take over—paradise really is just steps away 🌊✨.

🌅 Outdoor Living at Its Best
This home was designed for soaking up the outdoors, featuring four gorgeous balconies, a sprawling wraparound deck, and an open-air sitting room—perfect for morning coffee ☕, afternoon relaxation, or sunset cocktails 🌇 with a salty breeze.

With expansive outdoor spaces, there’s plenty of room to relax, play, and bask in the Mustang Island sunshine ☀️.

🏡 Comfortable & Thoughtfully Designed Interiors
Step inside and enjoy a layout built for comfort and convenience.

🔹 Second Level Includes:
🛏️ Two queen bedrooms
🛌 Primary suite with walk-in closet & private bath
🛁 Two full bathrooms

Not a fan of stairs? A multi-person elevator provides easy access to all levels 🛗.

🎉 An Entertainer’s Dream
The third floor is the heart of the home and perfect for gathering:

🍽️ Open-concept living space
🍳 Large eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry & granite countertops
🔥 Cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace
🌊 Wraparound deck with breathtaking ocean & bay views

A separate TV room with a full bar 🍹 and an additional full bathroom offers even more space to relax or entertain.

🧺 Added Convenience
The first level features a full laundry area and a half bath, making extended stays effortless and comfortable.

With balconies on every level, enjoy sunrises over the Gulf 🌅 and sunsets over the bay 🌄 every single day.

🎮 Bonus Feature – Game Room Fun!
This rental includes an added game room, perfectly set up for family fun and friendly competition! Enjoy ping pong 🏓, foosball ⚽, and comfortable lounge seating, making it the ideal space for game nights and quality time together.


🐾 Good to Know
☕ Drip coffee maker & Keurig
🛺 Golf cart access
🐶 Pet-friendly (2 pets max)
🌊 Exterior decks & balconies with ocean & bay views
🛗 Multi-person elevator (all levels)

🏛️ Corpus Christi STR #: 2022-124622

📧 Important Note
After booking confirmation, a rental contract outlining all policies, rules, and expectations will be emailed and must be reviewed and signed prior to arrival.


🌴 From sunrise coffees to sunset skies, Brucie’s Bungalow is where unforgettable island memories are made 🌊✨
Must be 25 years of age to rent.

Boardwalk to beach access.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,110 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must be 25 years of age to rent. Boardwalk to beach access.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2022-124622

Property is also known as

351098

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access to the airport?

This vacation home is 34 mi (54-min drive) away from the Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.7 mi (12-min drive) from Port Aransas Beach and 9.6 mi (63-min drive) from Mustang Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access to downtown Port Aransas?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi away from Port Aransas.

Beachside Bliss: Pet-Friendly Retreat with Elevator and Direct Boardwalk Access Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodations and plenty a room for entertaining

Nice quiet location and just a short drive into Port Aransas
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Bruce’s bungalow was the perfect home for our family and dogs. We really enjoyed our stay, the home and location are beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Port A getaway

Beautiful house! Very clean and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property!

We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful house. The location is great, away from busy Port A but close enough. Just hanging out in the house with lightening fast Wi-Fi was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location for Vacation

This is our second time staying at Brucie's. The house is so great. So much room for everyone to spread out. Love the kitchen and dining for enjoying our home cooked meals each evening. The walk to the beach is short and sweet with the boardwalk at the end of the road. We really like working with the management, New Waves Vacation Rentals. Easy check in process and excellent communication. Look forward to our next adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach house and location

The house is accurate to the listing and very clean! Beds were comfortable and basics for cooking in the kitchen were available. Plenty of room for our group to hang out both inside and outside, and it was a short walk to the beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual beach visit

Entire family enjoyed the visit. elevator was perfect for the grandparents and 4 week old grandchild
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elois W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House has a great vibe!

Great bar and primary in suite. Love the jettedtub and views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice!

Excellent experience! Very nice and comfortable accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would definitely return!

The whole group had fun. Easy beach access, although renting one of their golf carts was so easy I highly recommend it! Great place 💕
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Much needed vacation

Our stay was wonderful the house was great. The only recommendation I have would be to have extra linens available for guests such as an extra blanket for the bed or linens for the roll a way beds.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good property, close to beach

Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn V.

Port A Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our rental.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

It was wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time staying a brucies bungalow.The house is beautiful and Port Aransas is a great place to get away for some peace and relaxation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gordon S.

Sandfest

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean. Conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Superior, WI

Great place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Bruce’s BUNGALOW in Port Aransas. Fabulous place to stay. This bungalow is amazing as New Wave is great to work with. Thank you so much
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House was great

House was great. So many different balcony’s. Location was great and quiet away from crazy downtown port a. Only problem was some of the outside furniture was broken and not useable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mariner

Very comfortable. Unique layout. Quiet neighborhood. Doors need to be realigned, but overall perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach break

Easy access to the beach for long walks. Nice views of the sunsets from the third floor balconies. Nice coffee maker🤗 and a cold fridge! It was a short stay and overall a very good experience. However we could not locate a broom. If we were staying longer finding the broom would have become a priority - it is a beach property. Would definitely recommend the stay for families. Good space to spread out and still feel connected.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theorron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay close too the action

Nice house with plenty of space and equipped with a great kitchen. If you like to cook and consider yourself a foodie you will enjoy two kitchens “ one in the 3rd floor and one in the rooftop” and all the cookware you need to prep , cook and create great meals for the family. This home also provides a nice view of the backside of the island. Views of the airport and skydivers nonstop as well as a marina view. Good place to escape and only about a mile away from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bruce's Bungalow review: 5 stars

We very much enjoyed our stay at Port Aransas at the Bruce's Bungalow property. The house is very clean and comfortable, with views of the Gulf of Mexico and the music of the waves at night. It is very conveniently located, just outside the bustle of Port Aransas and with no very near neighbors, with easy acess to the beach, but very close to Port Aransas and Corpus Christi attractions and services. Most important to us was it's proximity to the National Seashore on North Padre Island and to the wonderful Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. New Wave, the management company, was very easy to reach for any questions and advice. We highly recommend this site.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debora G.

Gorgeous house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family loved staying in this beautiful house. Huge house with at least 5 balconies with one large wrap around balcony. Rent a golf cart and the beach is a short fun ride away down the board walk!! The outside is well maintained and nice as well. A little issue with the elevator but two nice men showed up quickly to fix it! Great stay!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robin D.

Good Times in Port A

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home is off the beaten path of Port A and is about 4-5 miles away from the downtown area. Nice home and clean. Beds were quite comfortable. The only downside was that we were there after a storm and the mosquitos were difficult. Property management rocks on this one as they went above and beyond just managing this asset.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Sun

Its a little father from the beach than my old self liked to walk, so we drove down to the end of the boardwalk and walked in from there. There were some things that could have used more information (a sound system in the house we had no idea how to use, an outdoor shower we in back of the house we didn't find until the 3rd day, a VERY finicky elevator), the complete lack of any seating on the bedroom floor (1-2 chairs would be nice), and no seating on the master suite balcony. All in all, though, once we got used to the place, it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could of been a 5 star

Everything was great. Cleaners had to return on day two to clean again. Showers and tile floors where not cleaned. Normal wear and tear but nothing out of the ordinary. Wish I could of giving it a 5 but that is perfection and this unit was not perfect but darn near it. We will stay again and recommend to others
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022