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Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island!

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Living area
Bathroom
Guest Bathroom with Walk-in Shower
Unit 2 on left
Master Bedroom Suite with a Queen Size Bed and Connecting Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Community Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island!

The Starfish Beach house is a duplex that can be rented out together or separately. Both units are 2 bedroom / 2 bath rentals. There is a maximum of 5 guests that can stay in this Unit #2. For larger groups up to 7 guests, check out The Starfish Beach House Unit #1 on VRBO. We are located across the street from beach access and are close to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. We are a registered property with the City of South Padre Island - Permit #2016-574591
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
March/Spring Break: minimum age is 25 years old.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the 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 Long Island Village Golf Course and South Padre Island Golf Club. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Padre Island Community Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gravity Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom And Jerry's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Laguna Bob - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just steps from beach ! Enjoy Summer vacation on South Padre Island! located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Andy Bowie Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Padre Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean good location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes everythin excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay here! Very well maintained with all the amenities that we needed and the perfect setup for our family! Also, we absolutely loved how that is located just steps away from the beautiful beach! We certainly hope to return to South Padre and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great. Love the fact that there is a side yard for our pet. Place is clean and nice. We will be back again
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kanetha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Short walk to the beach and restaurants. Check in and out was very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach house was perfect and close to the beach and shopping we loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beds! Perfect location just across from a butterfly garden/beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

justin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation home just a short walk from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property has an excellent location across the street from the beach and walking distance to several bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and plenty of room for a family of 3-4. Loved the easy access to the beach just right across the street. Place was really clean and well stocked. Will definitely stay here next time we come down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! The butterfly garden and beach access are right across the street. The interior is cozy and very comfortable. My new favorite spot on SPI. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here every year! The house is perfectly situated across the street from the beach access. There is always plenty of room for us, family, and dogs. The host is amazing and is always very friendly when she happens to stop by.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

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

Close to beach access

We enjoyed the place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leslie was great. Check in and out was simple. Place was fantastic! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time. Third time we stayed at this home. Will come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Priced fairly. Great location across street from beach access. Can walk to so many eateries and stores. Easy check in and out. Very simple!Pet friendly w deposit. Would go back in a second.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Close to the beach

Quaint little place, nicely decorated and furnished.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia E.

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

Weekend get away

Really enjoyed the stay and the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is BEAUTIFUL in an absolutely perfect location right across from the entrance to the stunning beach. And this host is so wonderful and gracious. I stay many places and this host was different. She truly cares about her guests. Beautiful heart. I look forward to staying here again when I'm in South Padre Island
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

josh d.

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

Stay

Nice place good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Great location!

Even though weather was cool, we enjoyed our time. Location is great, kitchen is well stocked, and comfy family area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yanira M.

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

Montez vacay!

We had a great time! Loved the place and the location and the easy access to the beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Great location,well stocked clean unit.

We had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carol Mark

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Why they chose this property

This rental is located directly across the street from the beach on Gulf Blvd.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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