Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
South Padre Island Paradise - South Padre Island TX STR Permit #2024-0424
Previous guests have particularly enjoyed: our location; comfortable beds (king beds in both bedrooms); 1100 sq. feet of spacious, well-decorated comfort; well-equipped kitchen; generous storage (pantry and closets); convenient beach access; proximity to premier island restaurants and attractions (i.e. Louis', Laguna Bob's, Tequila Sunset, Viva on the bay and Coco Beach on the beach). Higher than average ceilings enhance the feeling of spaciousness.
This house originally belonged to one of the early developers of South Padre Island. It was moved off the beach and put up on concrete block stilts. We subsequently added the downstairs apartment.
Owners reserve the upstairs for our own use. Owner management eliminates costly management fees, resulting in competitive rates.
Keywords: House, Downstairs Apartment
Property manager
Lucy Braun
Languages
English
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
South Padre Island
Located in South Padre Island, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Sea Turtle Inc and South Padre Jetties are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Isla Blanca Park - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Isla Blanca Beach - 12 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 18 min walk
Louie's Backyard - 4 min walk
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Tequila Sunset - 6 min walk
Laguna BOB - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is South Padre Island Paradise - South Padre Island TX STR Permit #2024-0424 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at South Padre Island Paradise - South Padre Island TX STR Permit #2024-0424?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at South Padre Island Paradise - South Padre Island TX STR Permit #2024-0424?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is South Padre Island Paradise - South Padre Island TX STR Permit #2024-0424 located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. South Padre Island Community Center and Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was a smooth process and we were very happy with the house. It was a really quick walk to a public beach access point. We love going to South Padre and we will definitely use this place again for future visits!
This house is a great place to stay located close to the beach. Owner was always available for questions and the place is exactly as shown on site. Very clean and the right size for a small family. Located very close to many restaurants and fun activities that are walking distance. Hope to be back soon!
113 Marlin was the perfect accommodation for a get away with my daughter. It was close to the beach as well as the bay to watch sunsets. The hosts are friendly and gracious. Not much “seating area” outdoors, however, there were only 2 of us so it worked just fine.
This is a hidden gem. Very clean, quiet, and convenient. Saved it to my favorites for future trips. Walking distance to bayside entertainment district, and far enough away from beachside bars to enjoy the peaceful part the island beach. Best of both worlds. Thank you, Lucy!
Steve P.
Stephen Y. P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Barbara D.
4 Jun 2017
Perfect location
This is a fantastic place to stay. Every pratical utensil you need to cook is in the kitchen. Beds are super comfy. Owners are upstairs & available for recommending things to do or places to eat. The house is off the main road which is nice there is less traffic. The beach may be a 3 minutes stroll. When we return to SPI, we will stay!
The house was beautiful, clean, and very well put together. We were able to come and go as we wanted and the access beach was just steps away. We also had the best view on watching the fireworks from the porch. I will be back next time. Thank you so much for making our well needed vacation great memory during this pandemic.
The house was the perfect size for my family of 4. It was a beautiful home. Very clean. Lucy was great at communicating with us. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and both beds were king size. The location was also perfect. Short walk to the beach/restaurants. She also had a book that had menus for all the restaurants! It was very helpful. We didn’t spend much time at the house but the kitchen had everything you needed if you wanted to cook all your meals there. We will definitely try to stay here every time we visit south padre!
Clara R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
24 Jul 2018
Great place to stay
We had such a great time. The location was perfect, walking distance to the beach, restaurants, shopping. The house was perfect just right for a family of four or two couples. It was very quite and peaceful not a lot of traffic. The owners are very easy to work with, we were going to get to SP early so check with them to see we could get in earlier than 4. With in know time see messaged me back said that we could get in what ever time we wanted that because no one was staying there before us. Which was very nice. Could not ask for a better place to stay. Will stay there again. And will high recommend it to other people.
We made a last minute decision to take a trip to South Padre. I was pretty sure we were not gonna find anything remotely affordable among the Covid issues and it being a holiday weekend. I was wrong. This place was not only clean and comfortable, it was very affordable and the location to the beach was perfect. Lucy made check in and check out hassle free and was always prompt answering my questions. We will definitely be coming back to stay here.
Bobbie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
elizabeth n.
7 Jul 2015
HIDDEN GEM!! PICTURES DON'T DO IT JUSTICE
This beautiful condo is spacious, well appointed, and sparkling clean. I've never slept in a more comfortable bed! The kitchen has more than you need to cook great meals and you are also so conveniently located to wonderful restaurants and entertainment. Easy and quick walk to the beach! The owners give you total privacy and are also very helpful when needed. Thanks, Lucy for printing and faxing our document on a Sunday. We can't wait to come back to SPI and stay at your condo again! Elizabeth and Art
PS The Pink Flamingo on the counter lights up...just saying.
It was a home away from home experience. Everything with our stay was a breeze from check-in to location. The home was very clean, well stocked and right across the street to the beach. Close to shops & restaurants. King-size beds were really comfy and the living room was spacious and had games, puzzles and books for use. Outside hoses came in handy! Lucy, the homeowner, was so thoughtful and accommodating. She let us book an extra night last minute and we would’ve stayed longer if we could’ve. The extra beach accessories they had were a nice bonus too. I could go on and on with the positives. We visit the island yearly and will definitely stay here again. Thank you, Lucy!
We had an excellent stay and loved the proximity to the beach and restaurants. The house was fully equipped and we used the kitchen to cook multiple meals and had everything we needed. The landlady was very kind and attentive and even informed us of fireworks that would be happening in the evening. Highly recommend.
Property was very clean. Rooms were spacious. Kitchen equipped with cookware and dishes. Beach access across the street. This house was perfect. Communication with owner was so awesome. Very welcoming and so nice. We loved it and will definitely stay again. We found our summer vacation spot!
The property was perfect for our family vacation. It is walking distance to the beach and the house had a couple beach chairs and boogie boards to use. We traveled a long distance and did not bring beach accessories, so it was great to have these on hand. The kitchen was well equipped and the A/C worked great. It was very clean! There is a outdoor area to rinse off after visiting the beach. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance. Our stay was was quiet and comfortable. Very easy check-in and check-out. Great communication from owner. Would definitely stay here again!!!
What a wonderful place Lucy has! The home was so cozy with plenty of space for us! We loved how close the beach was and how many nearby places were in walking distance. Home was clean and had all we needed. We love SPI so we can’t wait to come back and this home as our stay again!
This place surpassed our expectations. Very clean, extremely nice owners who stayed in communication with us, and close to the beach! 5/5 would love to stay here again!
Natassia A.
About the host
Hosted by Lucy Braun
She fell in love with the beach when living in Peru as a child - he in Hawaii. After visiting Texas beaches, one trip to South Padre Island convinced us that this was THE beach for us. As we enjoy our paradise, we believe we have found one of the premier beaches of the world...
Why they chose this property
This property is located in a prime area of the island. Proximity to the beach as well as the bayside and walking distance to many restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues makes this an ideal location. The summer fireworks over the Entertainment District can be seen very well from the end of our driveway on Tuesday and Friday nights at 9:15 p.m.
What makes this property unique
Generous parking right at your door!
VRBO is only collecting 6% of the 17% required Hotel Occupancy Taxes we are required to collect and pay. Therefore, you will be getting a request for additional payment after you book. The taxes are on the rental charge and cleaning charge.