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Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts

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Large, private, corner balcony with spectacular ocean views
Ocean views from open concept living area
Ocean views from open concept living area
Open concept living area
Dining area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8127.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • South Padre Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Isla Blanca Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bay Side Guest with adjoining bathroom

2 Queen Beds

Master with ocean front balcony

1 King Bed

South Side Guest with balcony

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts

Permit #2024-0024
Sunrise and Sunset from our peaceful 3rd floor condo! Welcome to our little piece of paradise on sunny South Padre Island. Our beach front home has been completely remodeled and professionally decorated. As soon as you enter the condo you are greeted by the lovely blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Relax and admire the breathtaking views from the open concept living area or listen to the soothing sound of the waves from our huge, private, corner balcony. The master bedroom suite with private bathroom allows you to enjoy floor to ceiling ocean views from your king size bed. Our first guest bedroom provides a queen sized bed and a small private balcony. Another large guest bedroom provides two queen sized beds and a lovely guest bathroom adjacent to it. The living area, as well as all three bedrooms, are equipped with wall mounted, flat screen televisions. There is an additional bar area with a small beverage refrigerator and we have a full sized washer/dryer in the laundry room. Numerous amenities which include free internet, cable television, children's playscape, tennis court, basketball goal, hot tub, 2 pools, exercise room, palapa area and gated parking are available for your enjoyment.

Property manager

Mike & Carolyn Patten
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Playground, High Chair, Pack n' Play
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Events

No events allowed
HOA does not allow Renters to host parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Requires Owner approval and $75 pet fee applied
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking rule is strictly enforced

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: HOA does not allow Renters to host parties
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
Property Registration Number 2024-0024

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 condo is on 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Isla Blanca Beach - 15 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-out at Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront - 3 blocks to city center - walking distance to restaraunts located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. Isla Blanca Beach and South Padre Bayside Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 194 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Beach Paradise

Beautiful condo with plenty of room. It has everything you need for a great vacation. The beachfront views are incredible and it us walking distance to everything. This was our second time staying here and we love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta T.

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

Amazing location, great patio and super nice kitchen!

Great location and amenities, kitchen had spices and basic supplies! Would definitely come back! Also very nice decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tori C.

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

Perfect location

Our stay was wonderful - just the perfect location for getting everything needed as far as stores and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Beautiful condo in a great location

Our family stayed in this condo for a week and absolutely loved it. The location and views were perfect with lots of restaurants and shopping within walking distance. It had everything we needed, including a great kitchen, living space and items for the beach. Our hosts could not have been more helpful. We had all the information necessary prior to arrival and they were very accommodating when our flight got delayed. We would definitely come back and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else! Thank you for making our stay so fun and memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Winter Texan

VERY pleased with location of condo, amenities, attentiveness of owners, walkability to restaurants and venues. Bldg staff were always hard at work, always helpful. Grounds were spotless—including hot tub and pools, walkways and parking lot. All appliances worked well. Overall, VERY happy with this condo and the owners—we’re planning to be back next winter!!
Stayed 90 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving at the beach!

Everything about our stay was wonderful, from start to finish. This unit is beautiful and has everything you need. The kitchen is very well equipped, (cutting boards, trivets, pots and pans, coffee maker AND Keurig... even food storage containers). The living room was great for movies every night (we could log into our own streaming apps), the beds are very comfortable, and there was good quality paper towels and TP. :) We were especially grateful there were plenty of beach towels available, so we didn't have to pack them. The owners were very communicative and had great suggestions for activities and restaurants. We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Excellent!

My family enjoyed our time at this condo very much. The view from the spacious balcony was the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sid S.

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

Best ever!

This property was exceptional! It was like a personal home with everything that you could possibly want. The photos and amenities don't capture the real charm of this place. It's two blocks away from a grocery store, two breakfast places, four lunch counters, and five dinner restaurants. One was F&B! A chef owned and managed five star restaurant! Thank you Mike & Carolyn!
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great view

Great view! Excellent space for the kids to be in the kiddie pool, pool and hot tub. Walking distance from many dining options!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Beautiful

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful beach front property. The view was amazing as was everything else about the property. It was exactly as shown on line. Exceeded my expectations. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen F.

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

October Family Getaway

We stayed for four days early October and had an amazing time. The condo is exactly as pictured and Mike & Carolyn are amazing hosts. Any questions we had were answered before arrival and our check in was seamless. The view is amazing and I liked being able to watch our teens in the pool area from the deck. Easy access to beach and the beach sand is so clean. We had one issue with WIFI during our stay and Mike & Carolyn were amazing - jumped right in and replaced equipment to ensure we were up and running. The condo was perfect for a getaway with teens allowing for game time, private time (with a tv in every room), meal time, even deck time during rain as it was covered. And the master bed was incredibly comfortable. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

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

Great Condo Million Dollar View

Great place for a family vacation. Condo has everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beach stay

Great condo. You can tell the owners care to maintain it and make it comfortable for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Birthdays

We were celebrating 2 birthdays. One at 59 and the other at 55. Had a 9 year old with us. All had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerbi C.

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

Perfect family condo

We traveled with 2 kids under 2, it was the perfect location to the beach & restaurants! The condo was very clean, great for our extended family to all stay in one place. The property pool was nice & being walking distances to the beach with little kids was very convenient. Condo was stocked with beach towels which was great. We also loved that the parking at the condo was gated, we enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaby F.

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

Fantastic stay

Loved this condo in South Padre. Great location, great building, and the condo was very clean and super comfortable. Communication with the property owner was easy and fast as well. We can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Best placebyrt at Ocean Vista

This was our fifth year staying at Ocean Vista, but our first staying at 301 Ocean Vista. Of all the places at OV we have stayed this was the best. First, it was beautifully decorated with plenty of storage space in each room. Plus, There are several features that enhanced the property such as door to master bath. Other OV condos have had a seperate door to toilet ansd shower, but sink area open. It was by far the best stocked kitchen with all the small appliances and tools that a cook could want, A separate mini fridge to store drinks freed up room in the large refrigerator, and A reverse osmosis system to name a few other enhancements. Owners were communcative. Condo was very clean. We had a great time and will definitely try to book 301 again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

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

301 has everything you need for a 10 day stay!

We’ve been coming to the island for over 40 years and stayed in many different condos and homes over the years. We thoroughly enjoyed this condo. The kitchen was well stocked and had plenty of storage space for our groceries, drinks, etc. We had 8 total people staying in our condo and a host of other family members staying in other condos at Ocean Vista ranging from 60+ years, to teenagers to a two-month old. There was plenty of seating for eating, as well as hanging out with our small group and frequent visitors. As parents to three teens, we appreciated the beautiful view of the ocean and also the pool… it was nice to keep an eye on them, without following them everywhere! Beds were all incredibly comfortable, AC was nice and cool and showers were always hot! We also appreciated the beach chairs, beach toys and beach towels! The only complaint we heard from our group was about the key situation. After staying in other condos that had keypads for entry, it was a bit of a challenge to keep up with two physical keys in a lockbox with so many people coming and going with beach gear and babies throughout the day. Otherwise we loved the condo, the location and our stay in 301!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

athziri h.

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

Great family beach getaway

Very clean place and loved being so closely centered to everything, loved having our own private entrance to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Excellent family vacation.

My family had an excellent time staying in Mike & Carolyn Patten condo. It was just as advertised. Such a beautiful place. The view was spectacular. We had booked for 3 nights but when we did that last night, we asked if we could stay one more night they said it was available and let us book it. Mike & Carolyn are very responsive to any questions or concerns you may have. They are very clear on their instructions. We highly recommend staying here and will be coming back. Bravo 👏👏👏👏
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Superb Condo Experience

My family & I enjoyed our stay so much - the condo itself is beautiful with great space, all the amenities you may need, & breathtaking beach views - the host thought of everything you may need for a trip down to the beach from towels, chairs, canopies, & wade boards. The beach front condo is just a few steps away from the water which makes your experience so much easier. Overall, I would highly recommend this condo (10/10) in particular and will definitely stay again when we visit South Padre Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chet S.

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

Perfect family getaway!

Immaculate spacious 3br, amazing view! Awesome owners provide a perfect getaway, thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

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

Just as Pictured

This is a beautiful condo in a great location. Easy to get anywhere needed on the island. We will use this condo again when we return to SPI.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL W.

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

We will Return

A great place for your family to relax with a view for days .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Carolyn Patten

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We are Mike and Carolyn Patten and we live at South Padre. We fell in love with South Padre Island and the Rio Grande Valley on our first visit there. We live at SPI to enjoy the beautiful beach and the peaceful island lifestyle. There are so many fun activities for people of all ages and interests. We have tried to provide every possible amenity that we could think of so that you and your family will feel right at home. We have been blessed with many fond memories here and we hope that you are able to create some of your own. We welcome you to come and enjoy our little piece of paradise! We welcome you to come and experience what we believe is the best that life has to offer!

Why they chose this property

Having been visitors/vacationers to the island for years, we ultimately chose to purchase at Ocean Vista Towers due to the quality, condition, and privacy of this condominium complex combined with the pristine beaches and breathtaking ocean views. We looked at many other condos but found that Ocean Vista Towers offered the best combination of everything we were looking for and its central location made it the stand out choice. We definitely made the right choice!

What makes this property unique

Ocean Vista Towers is centrally located on South Padre Island. This twelve story condominium is located on the beach front and all units face the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. You are able to enjoy gorgeous sunrises in the morning and breathtaking sunsets in the evening from our 3rd floor condo with a large wrap around balcony. This complex features two swimming pools, hot tub, tennis courts, basketball goal, children's adventure playset, cardio workout room, and gated parking for guest. The friendly, on-site management staff keeps everything in tip top shape.

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