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Upstairs 2BR with Balcony Hammock – Historic Alta Vista Near South Padre

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • 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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Upstairs 2BR with Balcony Hammock – Historic Alta Vista 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 upstairs apartment features:

A queen bed in the main bedroom

A full-size bed in the guest bedroom

A fully equipped kitchen

Freshly laundered bedding and essentials

Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, smart 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
Air conditioning
Parking available

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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

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

About the area

Port Isabel

Port Isabel is home to this apartment. South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. South Padre Jetties and Sea Turtle Inc are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.
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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 Alta Vista Rentals - Guatemala have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Alta Vista Rentals - Guatemala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alta Vista Rentals - Guatemala?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alta Vista Rentals - Guatemala?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alta Vista Rentals - Guatemala 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

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norina G.

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

Lovely apartment

The location was in a quiet neighborhood.. the people in the other unit were nice.. Beautiful location..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay very much, beautiful and comfy place to come back and relax to after a full day of touristing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

So cozy!

We loved staying at Alta Vista! The whole complex was adorable and everything we had hoped it would be. Courtney was so helpful and personable and communicated with us throughout our stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend our family getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Our favorite place in Port Isabel

This is out second time staying here in Port Isabel at Alta Vista. This is our go-to spot to stay. Great location, the rooms are really nice and quaint. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Shantell R.

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

Awesome Stay

The Alta Vista was perfect for our family getaway. It is close enough to the beach but we enjoyed the onsite pool just as much. I would recommend to anyone and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Courtney Mayfield

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Languages:

English