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Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre

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Exterior detail
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Port Isabel, TX
  • Port Isabel Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • South Padre Island Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre

Welcome to Alta Vista – A Restored 1931 Spanish Colonial Retreat in Historic Port Isabel

Step back in time at Alta Vista, a beautifully restored 1931 Spanish Colonial-style property located just minutes from South Padre Island. With its arched entryways, stucco walls, original oak floors, and vibrant Talavera tile accents from Central Mexico, this historic gem offers a one-of-a-kind vacation experience filled with warmth, character, and comfort.

Originally built with timber, masonry, and handcrafted stucco, Alta Vista reflects the architecture of Old Mexico. Our family purchased the property in 2003 and began a full, authentic restoration—preserving the historic details while updating the space with modern amenities.

This ground floor apartment features:

A queen bed in the main bedroom

A queen bed in the guest bedroom

A queen sleeper sofa in the living room

A fully equipped kitchen

Freshly laundered bedding and essentials

Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, spectrum TV, central A/C, and on-demand hot water for your convenience.

Step outside into our lush tropical courtyard complete with:

A sparkling swimming pool

Lounge chairs and shaded umbrellas

An outdoor kitchen with a churrascaria-style wood-burning BBQ, gas grill, and bar

A breezeway with rocking chairs perfect for your morning coffee or evening wind-down

Our on-site laundry room with two washers and two dryers makes extended stays a breeze.

We’re located just a few blocks from Port Isabel’s Lighthouse Square, local shops, and waterfront dining—and only minutes from the South Padre Island bridge. As lifelong locals, we’re happy to share tips on restaurants, fishing spots, cultural sites, and things to do throughout Port Isabel, SPI, and the Rio Grande Valley.

Come stay at Alta Vista—where history meets hospitality on the Texas coast.

Property manager

Courtney Mayfield

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
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 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed on property but not inside

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Isabel

Port Isabel is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, while Port Isabel Historical Museum and Treasures of the Gulf Museum are cultural highlights. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Port Isabel, TX

What's nearby

  • Port Isabel Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Long Island Village Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • South Padre Island Beach - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Isabel's Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pirate's Landing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Reyes Bakery - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre located?

Situated in Port Isabel, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Port Isabel Lighthouse, Port Isabel Historical Museum and Treasures of the Gulf Museum. Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier and Long Island Village Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

A perfect retreat

I love Alta Vista. It's so well done. The decor is reminiscent of old Mexico but has all the modern conveniences. The rooms are very comfortable and well appointed. It's quiet and cozy yet very close to all the attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

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

Awesome Atrium

Historic stucco hotel has so much charm, the atrium is briming with plants and the covered pool make it a perfect oasis after a sunny day at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aldo S.

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

Simply Awesome

Couldn't have spent a better weekend in any other property. Clean, beautiful, quiet, and safe...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Charming little Villa type property really old but cute as can be.

Nice little secluded place to stay, small courtyard with pool, very cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

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

Everything was awesome.

Coming back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Great stay!!

Perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L., Galveston

Clean, Quiet, Perfect

This is our second time to stay at this beautiful Vista! We love it and can't wait to come back. The rooms are clean and comfy with lots of space for everyone! My family of 4 absolutely loved it. My favorite part is the location and the pool. You can go across the causeway and spend the day at the beautiful beaches, then come home to a quiet and private getaway! Away from the hustle, bustle and party scene on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy v.

Loved this property!

We had a wonderful experience at the Alta Vista Apartments. The decor was beautiful and the area was quiet and peaceful. The beds were comfortable and felt like a home away from home. My kids had a wonderful time in the pool after being at the beach and I'm already planning for our next stay. Would love to bring family and book the whole place up. We will be returning. It was a lovely place. Highly recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Randall K.

LOVELY!

Perfect, Perfect, Perfect! Lovely property, accommodations, and hosts. Hope to stay with you all again. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Very nice and quiet.

The property was clean and well maintained. Easy to find and quiet. Decor was very nice and a lot of fun. The owner was great to work with also. I would recommend this property to friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin H.

Beautiful, Peaceful - Best Kept secret!

We had a beautiful time! So excited to have found such a chic place out of the fray for the 4th of July craziness but close enough to the island to enjoy all it has to offer. The pool was great- everything was SO clean..beautiful decor..most definitely eager to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paja S.

spacious, clean and charming

This unit was absolutely charming, the whole property was in fact. We were happy to be away from the craziness of the Island but close enough to enjoy the beach and return to the quiet of PI. The unit has 2 bedrooms and a pull out couch so I would say that 6 can comfortably sleep here, although the 2nd bed was a full so you would really have to like the person you were sleeping with. The beds were comfortable and clean. I was thrilled to find the unit stocked with plenty of linens, paper goods, dishes and even a few days of coffee and creamers. We will definitely book this location again.

About the host

Hosted by Courtney Mayfield

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Languages:

English