10/10 Excellent
Christina M.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2025
Christina M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Walk Off the Patio and Onto the Beach!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 174200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
South Padre Island, TX
- South Padre Island Beach1 min walk
- South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center3 min drive
- Beach Park at Isla Blanca8 min drive
- Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 17)
1st floor, bdrm. #4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
2nd floor, bdrm. #1 (master)
1 King Bed
2nd floor, bdrm. #2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
2nd floor, bdrm. #3
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 on 3rd floor
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
1 King Bed
6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1, adjoining master bdrm.
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2, adjoining bdrm. #2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3, adjoining bdrm. #3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 4, adjoining bdrm. #4
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 6 on 3rd floor
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 7 on 3rd floor
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Walk Off the Patio and Onto the Beach!
It is an upscale 4,100 sq. ft. 3-story townhouse has lots of space for privacy of guests...3 separate living areas and 3 different outdoor areas. The property is situated directly on the beach and features a wealth of amenities. Walk off the large patio with a private swimming pool and onto the beach.
The first floor of the townhouse is open-concept including: bedroom #1 (queen canopy bed and a daybed with twin trundle bed-2 twin beds or can be converted into king bed) and adjoining bath. Fully-equipped kitchen with peninsula counter seating 3 persons , living and dining room (table seats 12) with full entertainment system and 1/2 bath. The living room leads onto the patio.
On the 2nd floor of Casa Familiar there is: master bedroom (bdrm #2) with a king bed & twin bed inside ottoman at foot of king bed, full ensuite bath, dressing room, 55 in flat screen, kitchenette (counter w/sink, microwave drawer, and U-line frig. & freezer w/ ice machine & balcony; bedroom # 3 bedroom with queen bed & daybed w/ trundle (2 twin beds), & ensuite full bath; #4 bedroom with queen bed, full-sized crib, & full ensuite bath; Also located on 2nd floor are: washer & dryer, game room with lg. flat screen & large outdoor living area overlooking the beach.
Third floor: #5 bdrm. 2nd master w/ king bed and ensuite bathroom w/shower; #6 bdrm. 2 twin beds w/ pull-out trundle (3 twin beds) and bathroom with shower located next to bdrm.; kitchenette (sink, microwave, under-counter U-line frig w/ counter for seating; living room with fireplace & lg flatscreen TV; and, sunning area/observatory off of living area.
All bedrooms have adjoining full baths. All 3 level living areas and both (2) master suites have large flat screen TVs.
Property is private and gated on beach side. Bring your laptop; high speed internet is provided.
Because of high demand in the peak season, we only rent weekly from Saturday to Saturday.
If renting January or February, to keep the the pricing at its lowest for Winter Texans, we are only renting the first 2 floors (the 3rd floor will locked off unless you would like to add the 3rd floor at $150/nt extra.
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At each booking, all trash cans are provided with 2 liners, 2 paper towels are provided in 1st floor and 3rd floor kitchens, each bathroom is provided with hand soap and the 6 bathrooms with shower and baths have liquid soap dispensers with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. There is a Little Tyke house with beach pool toys on patio and 4 adirondack chairs are provided for the beach.
There is a 5 day minimum for the following holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
3 day minimum for Memorial day and Labor day.
Property manager
Tricia Smith
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required 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 on the beach. Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
South Padre Island, TX
What's nearby
- South Padre Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Sea Turtle Inc - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- South Padre Island Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - 4 min drive
- Whataburger - 17 min walk
- Louie's Backyard - 3 min drive
- Bar Louie - South Padre Island - 3 min drive
- Tequila Sunset - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathy L.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect!
Kathy L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle R.
14 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Michelle R.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeannie W.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There’s peace and tranquil at the beach…
Jeannie W.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grace G.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Grace G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
JULIA P.
9 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
JULIA P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
TAMI S.
4 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
March 20, 2023
TAMI S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debra B.
15 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Debra B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosann M.
5 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl’s trip
Rosann M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
terri s.
27 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place.
terri s.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth N.
27 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Elizabeth N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel J H.
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Beach House
Daniel J H.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paulina S.
20 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing business retreat!
Paulina S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ammar H.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family rental
Ammar H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
jason y.
9 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Saturday, April 1 - Saturday l, April 8, 2023
jason y.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda A.
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and Beautiful
Amanda A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Merry W.
4 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation @ SPI
Merry W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Troy F., TAFT
23 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT STAY-RIGHT ON THE BEACH
Troy F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
nichole n.
21 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Literally steps to the beach!
nichole n.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachfront home!
Rebecca L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
guillermo m.
26 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
guillermo m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anusuya P.
20 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Anusuya P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Pat K.
10 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice House
Pat K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kristi G.
28 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!!!
Kristi G.
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
21 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
About the host
Hosted by Tricia Smith
Presently, I'm a LCSW & a psychiatric APRN but when we purchased Casa Familiar, I was a stay-at-home mom of 9 children, 2 with special needs and foster children. Managing a rental business was a great way to stay at home and work. Technology has made working from anyplace possible.
Why they chose this property
During Thanksgiving week, 1999, my husband & I loaded up our Suburban with our kids and drove for the first time to a beach directly straight south of Kansas City...arriving in South Padre Island 17 hrs. later. After vacationing in Marco Island, FL, the previous year, we found that SPI was much more family friendly. We all fell in love with it. We were able to find a rundown townhouse, which sat directly on the beach and had been on the market for over a yr. so got a great price, renovated it, & named it Casa Familiar. Since then, we've been renting to some wonderful families for as many as 20 years and others who have stayed several times.
Now that our children are getting married and having children, we've expanded by adding a 3rd floor
Now that our children are getting married and having children, we've expanded by adding a 3rd floor
What makes this property unique
There's nothing like real beachfront living...unfortunately, many property owners claim beachfront but are located across the street or even blocks away. The end of the patio is the seawall & the boardwalk takes you to the beach. You can prepare lunch in the kitchen while watching the kids play on the beach and be within shouting distance when they need to come in.
Languages:
English
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