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Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok
Holiday home with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Whitecap Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 6 66.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Corpus Christi, TX
- Place, Whitecap Beach3 min walk
- Place, Packery Channel19 min walk
- Place, North Padre Island Beach6 min drive
- Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Office 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok
Imagine waking up to the smell of salt air, grabbing your coffee, and strolling to the shore in under 5 minutes. At A Shore Thing in Smugglers Cove, every day feels like vacation the moment you step outside. Whether you are new to North Padre Island or have been enjoying it for years, you are guaranteed to make some great memories at A Shore Thing.
⭐️Why Guests Keep Coming Back⭐️
✅Unbeatable Location – Leave the car, walk to the beach, restaurants, fishing and fun
✅Resort Vibes – Year round heated pool, splash pad, pirate ship playground, tiki huts, BBQ grills
✅Family-Friendly Fun – Pac-Man arcade, bunk beds for the kids, big comfy sectional for movie nights
✅Fully Stocked Kitchen – Keurig + drip coffee maker, cookware, dishes & utensils
✅Parking Made Easy – 2 reserved spots right outside your door making unloading groceries a breeze
🛏 Sleeps 6 Comfortably
• Master Bedroom: King bed + private fenced patio for your morning coffee
• Hallway Nook: Twin-over-twin bunks (kids love these!)
• Living Room: Full sleeper sofa
• Bathroom: Walk-in shower
🐾 Bring Your Pups – Up to 2 dogs, no weight limit (fees apply)
🌴 All the Extras You Need
• Generous upply of toiletries & kitchen basics so you can hit the beach right away
• Fresh linens, bath towels, and washer/dryer in unit
• Free private Wi-Fi
• Exterior security camera for peace of mind (no indoor cameras)
• Boogie boards, wagon and skim board for your convenience
📍 Adventure at Your Doorstep
• Mini golf, pier fishing – 5 min
• Mustang Island State Park – 7 mi
• Padre Island National Seashore – 15 mi
• Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 mi
• USS Lexington & Texas State Aquarium – 26 mi
💡 Popular Dates Fill Fast – especially for weekends and holidays. Lock in your stay at A Shore Thing before someone else grabs your spot!
⭐️Why Guests Keep Coming Back⭐️
✅Unbeatable Location – Leave the car, walk to the beach, restaurants, fishing and fun
✅Resort Vibes – Year round heated pool, splash pad, pirate ship playground, tiki huts, BBQ grills
✅Family-Friendly Fun – Pac-Man arcade, bunk beds for the kids, big comfy sectional for movie nights
✅Fully Stocked Kitchen – Keurig + drip coffee maker, cookware, dishes & utensils
✅Parking Made Easy – 2 reserved spots right outside your door making unloading groceries a breeze
🛏 Sleeps 6 Comfortably
• Master Bedroom: King bed + private fenced patio for your morning coffee
• Hallway Nook: Twin-over-twin bunks (kids love these!)
• Living Room: Full sleeper sofa
• Bathroom: Walk-in shower
🐾 Bring Your Pups – Up to 2 dogs, no weight limit (fees apply)
🌴 All the Extras You Need
• Generous upply of toiletries & kitchen basics so you can hit the beach right away
• Fresh linens, bath towels, and washer/dryer in unit
• Free private Wi-Fi
• Exterior security camera for peace of mind (no indoor cameras)
• Boogie boards, wagon and skim board for your convenience
📍 Adventure at Your Doorstep
• Mini golf, pier fishing – 5 min
• Mustang Island State Park – 7 mi
• Padre Island National Seashore – 15 mi
• Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 mi
• USS Lexington & Texas State Aquarium – 26 mi
💡 Popular Dates Fill Fast – especially for weekends and holidays. Lock in your stay at A Shore Thing before someone else grabs your spot!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Corpus Christi
Located near the beach, 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Corpus Christi, TX
What's nearby
- Whitecap Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Packery Channel - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- North Padre Island Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
- Bob Hall Pier - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
- JP Luby Surf Park - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
- Padre Island Burger Company - 6 min drive
- Sonic - 7 min drive
- La Palma - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jack

Here at a Shore Thing Beach Rentals we would like to welcome you to our slice of paradise! We love North Padre Island and hope you enjoy our place and all the fun and relaxing things to do around the island. Our goal is to make sure everything needed is in place in order for you to enjoy our place.
Why they chose this property
We love smugglers cove resort community as it was built new in 2023, has amenities for families with kids or a couple’s romantic getaway. From a pirate ship playground, heated resort pool oasis, bbqs, loungers, tiki huts and picnic tables, relaxing in style is at your fingertips. Inside you have an open concept living, dining, and kitchen. Hall bunks and the Pac-Man arcade machine is a hit for kids and adults alike.
To top it off, White Cap each is just a short 5 minute walk!
To top it off, White Cap each is just a short 5 minute walk!
What makes this property unique
Smugglers cove was built in 2023 so everything is like new condition. Plus, we are conveniently located just a short 5 minute walk to the beach!
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