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Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool!

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The darkened window is where you'll be staying!
Layout kitchen, dining, living areas
Ocelot photos above TV.  Kids will love them.
The 7' x 5' seascape painting is by local artist Carol Plumb.
15' ceilings in living and dining areas

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8131.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Isla Blanca Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool!

The balcony is literally the closest you can get to SpaceX launches with enough elevation (4th floor) to see the entire liftoff!

For your safety, always professionally cleaned and disinfected. You may self check in and out using keyless entry. Provided in condo: hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray, disinfectant wipes.

For your comfort--capacity is limited to 6 adults and a total of 8 people.

Enjoy the Penthouse with the added bedroom and space of a three bedroom, two bath condo at beautiful La Isla for the same price as a two bedroom. It's an extra 286 square feet or 25% larger. Great if there are kids. With 15 feet ceilings in the dining and living areas you will feel the enormous space. The location within La Isla is ideal being a top floor end unit, thus no noise from neighbors while you are sleeping. The beach is an 8 minute walk away. Yes, there is an elevator. The balcony is 112 square 23% larger than two bedroom units. The views from the balcony are awesome, with the gulf to your left, the bay to your right and the ship channel straight ahead (see who can spot the largest ship going to the Port of Brownsville.) With SpaceX launches the balcony is the best location on the Island. You can see the SpaceX ROCKETs on the pad. You can see, hear and feel the launches and landings. From the master bedroom you have a great view of the pools to check activities there. La Isla is next door to the waterpark and the best restaurants on the preferred south end of the Island.

The living room furniture is kept new to compliment the beautiful original art by local artists throughout the condo. The paint is fresh with semi-annual touchups. There is a powered shade for the full size glass door to the balcony. The owners maintain a home warranty policy to protect the appliances and the air conditioner condenser was replaced in 2017 as well. We do not keep the thermostat locked while other condos force you to accept the temperature they want. Just ask you turn up per the check out instructions. The kitchen is frankly over equipped giving you the ability to prepare any meals you might desire. It is ideal for entertaining as the dining table seats eight and the bar seats three.

The master bedroom has a King bed, the middle bedroom has a double bed plus twin bunks and the back bedroom has a Queen bed. This configuration ideal if a second couple is joining you. There is a washer/dryer, a huge benefit for towels and beachwear. Included: iron and board (ha!), extra towels, TV's, DVRs, and we try to keep the back bedroom closet stocked with beach and water toys for the kids.

La Isla is a gated community with onsite security as well as onsite managers office. La Isla was first occupied in 2009 making it one of the newest complexes on the Island. There is small gym on site and the beach is a quick walk away. Traffic on the Island can be slow during holidays and the fact La Isla is one quarter mile south of the causeway saves 15+ minutes compared to the north end of South Padre. Makes a lot of difference when the kids are asking "Are we there yet." Plus from the master bedroom you can see the Island end of the causeway to assess traffic.

One large pool is heated to a nice 78-80 degrees.

The owners acquired the property in 2016, did lots of upgrades and used it exclusively for themselves until purchasing a home ten miles away. Our response time if needed, will be very quick.

Please no pets or smoking (smoking allowed on balcony).

City of South Padre Island Account # 432392
City of South Padre Island Permit # 2023-0107

Property manager

David Yelton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 is not permitted
Smoking permitted on balcony only
1. Minimum 60 night rental 1/1/25 to 3/9/25. Per Condo Association rules--families or all adults
2. Parking Permits are mandatory and are provided
Maximum occupancy is 6 adults, 8 total including children.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 432392

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Padre Island

Located in South Padre Island, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue and Port Isabel Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and South Padre Jetties are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Isla Blanca Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Padre Island Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Laguna BOB - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lobo Del Mar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool! have a pool?

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

Is Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Closest to SpaceX w/elevation to see all; Beautiful 3 Bedrooms; Heated Pool! located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Beach Park at Isla Blanca. South Padre Island Beach is 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

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

Wonderful property!

This condo had everything we wanted to make our stay on South Padre enjoyable. It was clean, the beds were comfortable. Easy check in. Numerous items stocked, which eliminated me from buying a lot of extras.The owner was wonderful to deal with and responded immediately if we had any needs or questions.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

South Padre Island home

Perfect place! Great communication with the host! Thanks for some awesome grandkid and family time!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ragan C.

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector C.

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

Great summer weekend getaway!

We had a fantastic stay in David’s place! The place was clean, beach was walking distance, the Waterpark was er next door. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed. We will absolutely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

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

Wonderful place to stay

This property was amazing. The building itself is a little dated but the unit was great! It had everything we needed and then some. David was a wonderful host. After telling him of our travel delays he offered an additional day at no cost. We used codes to check in. The location is a little south of the action but I liked the quiet. It’s a bit of a walk to the beach but not too bad. If you have littles I would want a wagon. It was a wonderful vacation. Would definitely go back and use this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Wonderful!

Excellent property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

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

Great place for everything in SPI

Great location, very clean, great place for the family. We had a great 4th of July and really loved the space. Had everything advertised and will go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Excellent Location

The location was perfect - close to KOA, Isla Blanca Park, Margaritaville and other shops and restaurants. Our goal was to see the Starship launch. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate. Due to fog, we did not see the launch, but we heard and felt it all. We could see the launch tower from the balcony when the weather was good, so I know it’s a great spot to see the launch. The condo was clean and had everything we needed. Many VRBOs have minimal supplies. This place was well stocked. We didn’t have to go buy extra paper supplies, laundry detergent, etc. He even had coffee for the week, both regular and decaf. Have not seen that before. Will book this one again if we can get back to SPI for another launch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reba P.

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

Great Condo! Excellent location!

We had a great time as a family staying at this location. David is a great host! Condo was spacious and clean. Beds were very comfortable! Great area to be in for all ages. Water park is right next door and the beach is near by. The swimming pool and hot tub was nice to use after a long day out with the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darnisha B.

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

Home away from home

Thoroughly impressed with this location, the condo itself, and the owner. Anything that could have been forgotten was available on arrival. Mr. David left plenty of information for us to navigate while on the island. First time renter, and definitely worth the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca C.

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

Beautiful

Absolutely grateful for this mini vacation at you La Isla! Everything extremely close and property well maintained 🙂
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia Q.

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

Excellent staying

La Isla residences are my first option in SPI
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H., Austin

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

Wonderful Family Get-Away

Our family has spent many summer vacations on South Padre Island. We all agreed that this was our favorite condo! First of all, the condo was super spacious and we had plenty of space for all of us (6 adults, toddler and a baby). We were impressed that there we so many small details that often go overlooked. The kitchen was well supplied, the owner even sent us a list of everything supplied in kitchen including spices! The location on the south end of the island was quite a bit quieter than the north end of the island. We also really enjoyed the pool. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie F.

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

Wonderful Stay

Perfect property for your South Padre Island stay! David has a wonderful binder full of information on where to eat and what to do on the island if you are a first time visitor to the island. Condo is spacious, clean, bright and is decorated with art from island artists. We had a wonderful time and hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kelli B.

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

Great location

Great location. Pools were not heated as advertised and equipment in gym was broken. The actual condo was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

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

Place was nice and calm

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great location

Overall the experience was good. There were a couple items we needed to get clarification on how to use. Communication with the property manager was great, overall a positive experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Synthia K.

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

Beautiful house

Very nice and spacious condo. We had a wonderful time there. David was great to work with and was very accommodating. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

sheila a.

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

Location, Location, Location!!!

This property was very well equipped from dishes to towels. The property is located within 8 mins walking to the beach. Prime location next to restaurants and activities. Property consists of 2 pools and hot tubs. Very nice view from the balcony. We rented golf carts so it was very easy to get up and down the island. Walmart and HEB within mins of the condo. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Great stay!

Loved this place. The ONLY thing we had trouble with was getting through the pedestrian gate. The key we had didn’t open the only gate we located on the property so we walked around through the vehicle gate entrance the first day. The next days we drove to the isla park. It was probably better to drive. When we walked around the first day it was a 15 minute walk which was a bit too much exercise than we wanted. Other than that everything else was great. The blinds to the sliding door didn’t work but that wasn’t an issue since we didn’t need to dim the living room for any reason. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Perfection!

The property was amazing. It was perfect for our group of 7. The manager was easy to get in contact with. While our clogged toilet was not resolved during our stay, we still had an accessible bathroom so it was not inconvenient. I loved the book of suggestions for places to eat. It is perfect for first time SPI visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbara a.

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

SPI La Isla condo

Very nice condo, highly recommended to stay on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monique G.

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

Perfect

We truly felt at home. So spacious, clean, and fully stocked with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivan J., San Antonio, TX

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

Loved Our Stay

We loved everything about this great property. Parking was easy with the assigned spot and an additional guest spot. No keys needed bc gate and door are code protected. The pool was very nice and not overly crowded. Actually there are two pools. There is no direct beach access but Isla Blanca is very close. The property is very spacious. The more I write the more I can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Perfect for our family of 6!

Where do I start?! From the booking to arrival to departure and everything in between; everything was perfect. David was amazing; he got all the info to me before arrival making check in very smooth. The evening we go there I realized we didn't have the gate key to walk down to the beach so I texted David and he brought it right over the next morning! My kids loved that they had room to spread out in the condo and I loved the fully stocked kitchen so I could make meals for us rather than eating out every night or worrying about bringing our own cookware. Coffee in the mornings on the patio was the best! I could go on forever about all the great things. This was such a great experience for our kiddos and I'm glad I found this condo for our kiddos first time at the beach!! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by David Yelton

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We bought at La Isla to have a place to avoid Colorado winters preferring sand over snow! For two plus years our condo was for our personal use and occasionally for friends and family. You will see many personal touches as we significantly redecorated to our tastes. We hope you like the original art by local artists.
In short, we like this area so much that we purchased a home in Laguna Vista, all of 10 miles away to be our permanent residence.

Why they chose this property

I've traveled to the Valley and the Island since mid 1970's and was a early traveler across the new Causeway. When we decided to purchase, our goal was a quality property, built since the last big hurricane. We were not interested in being on the water but wanted to be within walking distance to the beach. We felt the three bedrooms provide a distinct value and we are passing that value to you. Our research indicated and our ownership confirmed the property is well maintained and the grounds are beautiful.

What makes this property unique

We believe our unit is the best location on the property. Top floor allowing for 10 and 15 feet ceilings, end unit means a lot of volume for the money. All bedrooms are to the outside wall and we just don't experience any disturbing noise. When there is music at the pool we delight that people are enjoying themselves.

Languages:

English

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