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Beachhead 502 vs 503
Both condos are 2-bed/2-bath with the same floor plan and shared amenities. This guide walks through the real differences — views, reviews, decor — and how to decide if both dates are open.
Read ComparisonBeachhead 502 and 503 are two beachfront condos at Beachhead Condominiums in Port Aransas, Texas. Each is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit that sleeps up to 6, with private boardwalk access to the Gulf, a heated year-round pool, and a full kitchen. Both are booked through Port A Escapes.
These guides are for guests who are still deciding — comparing the two units, figuring out the logistics, or wondering what a stay here actually involves. None of it is sales copy. It's just the practical information that helps people make a confident decision.
Beach Access Video
Walk the Boardwalk to the Beach
See the private Beachhead boardwalk guests use to get from the condos to the Gulf.
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Guides for Real Trip Decisions
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Arrival Basics
Arrival, Parking, and Beach Access
The things first-time guests often wish they'd known: no elevator, two parking spaces per unit, the private boardwalk to the beach, getting to Port Aransas via ferry, and how check-in works through Port A Escapes.
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First Trip
First-Time Beachhead Guest Guide
A full orientation for guests new to Beachhead or Port Aransas — what the condo includes, how beach days flow, what to pack, who these units work well for, and how booking works.
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Weather Backup
Rainy Day Ideas from Beachhead
Gulf weather moves fast. Here are the in-condo options, short Port Aransas outings, and day trips worth the drive — including the Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi — for when the beach isn't happening.
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Beach Conditions
Port Aransas Beach Conditions & Season Guide
Water temperatures by month, jellyfish and sargassum seasonality, surf and swimming conditions, ferry crowd patterns, and what to expect at the beach in each season — updated regularly with current conditions.
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Quick Answers
What's the difference between Beachhead 502 and 503?
Same floor plan, same bedroom setup, same amenities. The main differences are view angle (503 is noted for one of the best gulf views in the complex), interior decor, and availability on your dates. See the full comparison for the complete breakdown.
Is there an elevator at Beachhead Condominiums?
No. Both units are on the second floor with stair access only. It's the most common thing first-time guests wish they'd known — worth factoring in before booking if anyone in your group has mobility concerns or you're packing a lot of gear.
How does beach access work?
The property has a private boardwalk that goes straight from the building to the Gulf beach. Guests of both units use the same boardwalk — no road crossing, no parking lot, no long walk through another property.
How do I book — directly with the owner or through an agency?
Both units are booked through Port A Escapes, the local Port Aransas property management company. Beachhead 502 is listed as "Beachtastic" and Beachhead 503 is listed as "Anchors Away." All reservations go through Port A Escapes — the owner does not take bookings separately.
Can two groups book both units at the same time?
Yes. 502 and 503 are adjacent units in the same building, each sleeping up to 6. Groups traveling together sometimes book both to have more sleeping space while sharing the pool, boardwalk, and game room.