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A balcony with a white fence, blue chairs, and a small round table.
Resort-style swimming pool with elegant archway and covered poolside pavilion surrounded by vacation rental buildings.
Relax in your bright, open living space where coastal charm meets modern comfort with beach-themed decor and a fully equipped kitchen.
Unwind in your bright, open-plan living space featuring turquoise bar seating, coastal decor, and modern amenities for memorable vacation moments.
Sink into plush coastal comfort in your bright living space, where beach-themed décor and soaring ceilings create the perfect retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Packery Channel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby

Village by the Beach - Big Shell I916: Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools and Beach Nearby

Why Guests Love This Property
This charming townhome at Village by the Beach offers the perfect coastal retreat for families, friends, and pet lovers alike. Relax in thoughtfully designed living spaces with modern beach cottage décor, unwind on the private patio, or enjoy easy access to the sparkling heated pools. Just a short walk from the sand, it combines comfort, convenience, and coastal charm for an unforgettable Padre Island getaway.

Highlights
Two heated saltwater pools for year-round enjoyment
Splash zone with playful water buckets and waterfalls
Private patio with seating overlooking the pool
Pet-friendly with space for two small dogs
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area
Proximity to beach, dining, fishing, and surfing

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom (1st Floor): King bed
Second Bedroom (1st Floor): Twin over full bunk bed with twin trundle + twin over twin bunk bed with twin trundle
Living Area (1st Floor): Queen-size sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
1st Floor – Walk-in shower for primary
1st Floor – Tub/shower combo for guest
Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards.

Kitchen and Dining
Fully equipped kitchen
Seating for ten
12-cup coffee maker

Community Amenities
Two heated saltwater pools with waterfall, splash zone, and playful water buckets
Loungers, tables, and Tiki huts for poolside relaxation
Pool Update: The pool is open and available for normal use. Due to local Stage 3 water restrictions, decorative features like fountains and splash elements are temporarily unavailable.
Pirate ship playground for kids
Community charcoal grills for outdoor cooking

Guest FAQs
Q. Is this property pet-friendly?
A. Yes, up to two pets are allowed with a weight limit of 35lbs. Additional fees apply based on stay length.

Q. Can we grill on-site?
A. Absolutely! The complex features shared grills in the pool area. Personal grills are not permitted on patios or balconies.

Q. Are linens and towels provided?
A. Yes, all linens and towels are provided and professionally laundered after every stay.

Location
Close to the beach, 10-minute walk
Mustang Island State Park 7 miles away
Padre Island National Seashore 15 miles away
Downtown Corpus Christi 20 miles away
USS Lexington 26 miles away
Texas State Aquarium 26 miles away

Policies and Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Primary guest must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Signed Rental Agreement is required prior to check-in
Pet Friendly Property: Maximum of Two Pets/Weight Restriction of 35lbs or Less
Pet Fees: For stays of 1–29 days, the pet fee is $100 per pet plus a $50 cleaning fee, and for stays of 30+ days, the pet fee is $300 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee

STR Permit #: 307904

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3792934vb
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

About the area

Corpus Christi

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Padre Island, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach. Texas Sealife Center and Funtrackers Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Packery Channel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Padre Balli Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewster Street Icehouse On The Island - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Pet-Friendly Townhome | Heated Pools & Beach Nearby located?

Located in Padre Island, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Whitecap Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Padre Balli Park and North Padre Island Beach. Bob Hall Pier and Texas Sealife Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

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

Weekend getaway

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was better than I expected! It was clean and such a smooth process. Management was quick to respond. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear your stay exceeded expectations and that you found the process smooth with quick responses from our team. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay soon!-Padre Escapes
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

Vacay getaway!

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: My family loved the place and I did too! It’s a block away from the beach and was easy to find a spot even on Labor Day weekend. Loved the decorations so beachy and the beds were comfy, slept like a rock. Had a lot of fun at the pool. Would definitely stay again!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear your family enjoyed the location, decor, comfortable beds, and time at the pool. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime for another beach getaway at Big Shell TVLI916! - Padre Escapes
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie V.

The property was well kept.

Condo was nice and set up well for a family with kids. The pool area was especially nice. Great for kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Spring break

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: Great stay, convenient location, provided all the essentials needed for a comfortable stay with kids.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you had a comfortable stay and that the location and amenities worked well for your family. We’d love to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Great place

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 had an amazing time are this condo stayed nice and cool inside even going in and out to the pool. the pool was right outside the door and even had bbq pits so we bbq friday night. short drive to the beach as well. We willbe back thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had an amazing time and that the condo stayed nice and cool — even with all those pool trips! It’s hard to beat having the pool and BBQ pits right outside the door. We’re happy to hear you made the most of it and enjoyed how close it is to the beach. We can’t wait to have you back for another stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Great place for kids, close proximity to beach!

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: Great place for families! Comfortable, clean, has everything you need to cook. Great location!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback and your great review. You were fantastic guests, and we cannot wait to host another awesome stay for you! Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Padre escapes

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: Great stay, fit my whole family of 8 just fine
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback and your great review. You were fantastic guests, and we cannot wait to host another awesome stay for you! Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Piper J.

Relaxing Spring Break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay over bring Spring Break was extremely relaxing. Big shell provided everything we needed to make our time enjoyable. We will definitely use Padre Escapes again to handle our vacation rentals. We can't wait to rent again.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad to hear your Spring Break was relaxing and that Big Shell had everything you needed for a great stay. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to helping with your next Padre Island getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

pedro r.

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: Everything about the room was exceptional. Having an arcade in the room was awesome as well. Everything was nice and clean. Great location
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Wow! Thank you for your awesome review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. We always strive to provide perfect, 5-Star service & accommodations! We would be happy to welcome you back anytime and we thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Diane B.

Winter Texans returned to Village By the Beach for the 6th year

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really like the units as they are big and comfortable and located near the swimming pool area that is so inviting and a great spot to make new friends. Well be back next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with Padre Escapes and look forward to welcoming you back again next year!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Judith A.

Labor Day Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked this place and invited our family to join us for the Labor Day Weekend. The place is very spacious has tons of amenities in the kitchen. The pool was right outside my unit! Just a walk away from the beach! We really enjoyed it and would book it again.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind words. We are truly honored that you all chose Padre Escapes to host such a memorable event! We are happy to hear you all had a great time! We hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Justin B.

Exceptionally clean with plenty of space

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: My family and I stayed at Big Shell for 4 days and enjoyed our time. The proximity to the beach and the pool can't be beat, and the unit was very clean. Our only frustrations were the lack of spoons (there were only 4) and most the dishes weren't microwave safe (they get REALLY hot if you microwave them with food).
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you for your review and suggestions. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay overall but apologize for lack of utensils and that heating up dishes in the microwave proved to be difficult. Please be reminded contact our office during your stay if you need anything, as we have many helpful agents available who are happy to assist! We hope to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Beautiful property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was beautiful and well stocked. The main pool area was steps away from the front porch patio and what a beautiful pool. The secondary pool (more for young kids) was not what we wanted. The keys wouldn’t open any of the gates except for one if you jiggled it. The pool itself felt very slippery and the water features ( the entire purpose for the pool) were not working. I talked to someone from the management office and they were very concerned with these problems. I hope they got fixed for future people. Easy to talk to the management
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're so glad you enjoyed Big Shell TVLI916 and its location near the main pool , it really is a beautiful spot to relax! We also appreciate you bringing the issues with the secondary pool to our attention. We're sorry it didn’t meet expectations during your stay, and we understand how disappointing that can be. We're grateful you spoke with our team during your visit , your feedback helped us identify the problems! We hope to welcome you back again soon!-Padre Escapes
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Cypress, TX

What we expected except the main TV didn't work AGAIN

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good value and good location. But two years in a row the TV in the living area didn't work. The cable in the other rooms worked but couldn't get the main TV/Cable working. The Olympics were on and we really wanted to watch together.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2024
Thank you for your valuable review and feedback. We appreciate the insights from your experience and truly hope to have you back in the future. Since your previous stay, the living room TV has been repaired. Please feel free to give our office a call to book your next stay. We’re happy to answer any questions and look forward to offering you the most curated experience! Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Mark H.

Smoke free rental??

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay like we always do but we have 3 suggestions for owners/employers. 1) management did not contact us prior to 4pm checkin as rental agreement promised 2) upon entry we were welcomed with a strong odor which was not cigarette smoke but another kind 3) some kitchen items need replacement to ensure safe/healthy cooking
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review and suggestions. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay overall but apologize for the issues you experienced. Please be reminded contact our office during your stay if you need anything, as we have many helpful agents available who are happy to assist! We hope to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sloane Z.

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

sick spot

super close to the ocean and right by the pool!!!!! we all slept great and could have even had more people! would def recommend :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie W.

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

Great place to relax

We had a great time relaxing in this condo. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice stay but we lost a full day dealing with repair people

We had a nice stay at your property, however we had to spend an entire day (from 8:15 am to 9:pm) dealing with a non functioning wifi. ( mon July 18) My wife had to bring her work laptop to keep in touch with her clients and do some daily work. The wifi did not work and we contacted the property Mngt. They were very responsive and started trying to fix the issue immediately. It ended out being a larger issue and we had to basically stay in the unit while different people came to troubleshoot. The problem was finally resolved at about 9:15 with the help of a spectrum technician. We had planned to go the beach and out to dinner, but had to stay to let people in and out. We hope that the cost for that day will be refunded as we were unable to leave. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Hello, We do sincerely apologize for the wifi issue that occurred while staying in our property. Unfortunately these issues do occasionally arise but our team was very responsive in getting the problem resolved as soon as possible. Though you decided to stay at the property, this was not necessary as a member of our team was diligent working to get the problem fixed with the internet company and could have let them in and out. Even though problems do occur, our company is known for excellent customer service and we regret that you were not satisfied with your stay despite our best efforts. Take care! Premier Gulf Coast Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge V.

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

Clean place, good location.

Easy check in, good communication from property manager. Overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael N.

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

Property is good for families.

This is right next to the pool so we could occasionally hear kids at the pool. I emailed Lisa questions after booking and never heard back from her. 3 days went by and I finally got my questions answered via text message after the mangangment company reached out regarding check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Excellent condo for the family!

Great condo with cute decor, super clean, comfortable beds, and plenty of room for our family of 5. Pool was awesome and right outside the unit. Even being so close to the pool, it wasn't noisy inside the unit! Quick walk or drive to the public access beach. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha L.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We came down to Padre for Spring Break for the week. Communication with this property is A+++! So friendly, accommodating & quick to reply. My kids (ages 17, 21 & 25) along with myself and hubbie loved Big Shell. It's decorated & styled SO CUTE & the location is perfect right out front is the pool. Beach is within walking if you aren't hauling a lot, but we had a bunch so we drove over. Big Shell is pet friendly, which is nice. Towels were plush and bedding nice & soft. A/C worked great. Ice maker in fridge & fridge kept everything ice cold! My kids (and ME) loved the Galaga video game in bunk room. TV was easy to use & had streaming as well. Blender in kitchen, plenty of pots & pans and dishes etc. The only thing missing for our stay was a muffin pan (I know it's random lol) I made St Patty's Day green muffins. I made it worked though by using a glass casserole dish and just had them next to each other, :) Couches were comfy (I slept on one two nights due to snoring husband LOL) Thank you so much for a wonderful stay and adding to a lifetime of vacation memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben T.

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

Great beach getaway

This property was just what we needed for our weekend at the beach. Condo was clean and exactly as advertised. The property management was extremely helpful and easy to work with. Location near a drive on beach and the on-site pool were great. My only suggestion would be to stock a few additional towels and think about including beach towels as they are bulky to pack. Will definitely consider staying again on our next trip to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

jose a.

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

Overall great experience.

The home itself was great. Unpleasant neighbors that weekend had nothing but racist things to say about minorities which made it uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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