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Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights

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Pool
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
12 bedrooms12 bathroomsSleeps 36613.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • South Padre Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 36)

Guest Bedroom #101

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #102

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #201

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #202

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #301

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #302

1 Queen Bed

Living Room #101

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room #102

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room #201

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room #202

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room #301

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room #302

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom #101

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #102

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #201

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #202

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #301

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #302

1 King Bed

12 bathrooms

Guest 101

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest 102

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest 201

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest 202

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest 301

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest 302

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 101

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 102

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 201

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 202

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 301

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master 302

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights

Approx. 13,000 sq ft of beach side living space, entertaining space and parking!

This listing is ideal for LARGE GROUPS/FAMILY REUNIONS that wish to have individual Suites and separate living spaces for different group members. 6 condo's 12 bedrooms/12 bathrooms with hot tub, pool, tons of amenities and close to beach! 

Not all units may be available, click on "Contact host" for availability or check calendar on our individual condo listing below for availability. For smaller groups looking to book 2 or more individual condo's please see VRBO listing #'s below.

#101 (ground floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1916
Vrbo Listing #1728702

#102 (ground floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1927
Vrbo Listing #1734465

#201 (2nd floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1930
Vrbo Listing #1734482

#202 (2nd floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1932
Vrbo Listing #1734498

#301 (top floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1934
Vrbo Listing #1734510

#302 (top floor)
SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1937
Vrbo Listing #1734520

Ready to escape to the beach and feel the sand between your toes? You have come to the right place. Athena Ares Condominiums is located almost directly across from the beach access. It takes less than 5 minutes to get to the water!

South Padre has so many wonderful activities for your family to participate in while you are on the island. Just across Padre Island Boulevard are several restaurants and bars are within walking distance. South Padre Island enjoys a unbelievable variety of amusement amenities, including fishing, swimming, wind surfing, beach buggy rides, horseback riding, party cruises and a huge variety of water sports along the most beautiful gulf coast of South Texas. Your guests and family will also enjoy visiting well-known attractions such as The Birding Center, Turtle Rescue Center, Horseback Riding and Petting Center, and Museums. Shopping, restaurants with a variety of cuisines, and beach front clubs and bars are located throughout the island on our three major boulevards: Padre Island Blvd., Gulf Blvd., and Laguna Blvd. Another popular attraction is an eight-mile ride North to the end of the of Hwy 100. There you will find beautiful sand dunes and a natural beach setting that is admired by travelers from all over the world. There are two drive-on beach accesses that allow you to drive north on the beach for over 20 miles.

We have 6 identical 2 bedroom/2 bath condos in our building. Each condo is a spacious 1100 square feet with an open floor plan. The living area consists of a sofa with a queen sleeper, 2 recliners, large HDTV, Roku player, extended cable, CD player, and ceiling fan. The dining area has a table, a side bar that is fully stocked with barware, and sliding door access to the balcony. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, bakeware, cookware, place settings, glasses, plasticware for children and for the grill, blender, toaster, and crock pot. There is a stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator with ice maker.

The bedrooms both have HDTVs, Roku players (living room), large closets, and ceiling fans. The master bedroom has an En suite, king size bed. The guest room has a queen bed and access to the bathroom from the bedroom. That bathroom also has access from the living room. The living room has a sofa sleeper.

Our custom swimming pool is large with a tanning ledge and seating in the water. The pool is heated in the winter months. We also have a spacious spa that is heat year around. There is a pool house which has a full restroom, outdoor showers, a food prep area and a gas grill. There is also wi-fi available at the pool.

New upgrades in each unit: Keurig coffee maker, Berlin Gardens outdoor pool furniture, 6 camp beach chairs, 1 Tommy Bahama beach umbrella, 6 beach towels and a beach wagon. Custom outdoor pool table and outdoor TV in the pool area.

There is a washer and dryer in each unit for your convenience.

There are 2 designated parking spaces for each condo.

We allow 6 guests maximum in each unit.

We are directly across the street from the beach and there is a beach access approximately 150ft. from the building. We are as close as you can get without being beach front. We are actually closer to the beach than many of the large beachfront condo buildings.

Athena Ares is a pet friendly, family vacation rental. We proudly honor all military and law enforcement with a 10% discount off the nightly rate. The traveler securing the reservation must be 25 years of age or older. For Spring Break / Semana Santa all rental guests must comply with a family's only restriction. We encourage all guests to obtain travel insurance. A small welcome package is provided which includes 1 roll of paper towels in each kitchen, 1 trash can liner in each trash can, liquid hand soap by each sink, liquid dish soap in the kitchen and 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom.

**Professional housekeeping crew follow CDC guidelines on how to clean and disinfect between guests. **

Property manager

Martin and Diane Kennedy
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
$75 per condo cleaning fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Before booking, please inquire to make sure all 6 condo's are available.
Rental documents and proof of identification will be required.
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 36
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 and a deadlock

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 holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, while Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc. 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

  • South Padre Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - South Padre Island - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights have a pool?

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

Is Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Seaside Sanctuary Awaits: Stay Longer, Save More with 10% Off 7+ Nights located?

This family-friendly South Padre Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. Sea Turtle Inc and Gravity Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

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

Incredible property- perfect for families

We loved out stay! We rented all six units and hosted our family reunion here. Each unit was very clean, well stocked and exactly as described. The outdoor area was fantastic! Our family spent so much time at the pool and hot tub. The outdoor kitchen was a huge hit, as was the pool table. Our entire group of 30 wants to come back soon. The hosts are so quick to reply to any questions! My aunt lives on the island and has a small rental as well- she was immensely impressed with the property management as well! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne K.

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

Athena Ares Summer Family Trip 2024

Had a great time. Rented all six units for extended family. Enjoyed eating together at the pool. Units were beautiful. Easy short walk to beach. Management company responsive to all small issues that arose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE K.

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

Another Great Year

Great location and concept for large groups. We take our entire family every year. Everybody is together yet have their own condo and privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

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

Great!

Loved that we had the whole unit
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla N.

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

Amazing

Property was amazing. Close to the beach. Management was super friendly! Amazing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

DEFINITELY will be back!

Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous! I planned this family reunion months ago and everything from the communication to check out was simply seamless! The owners, management team, and quite honestly, the place itself, was EXCELLENT! Amber was extremely responsive to multiple calls from our party. The pool area, GREAT!!!!! It was literally across from the beach! The beds, divine! The house rules were simple and I hope we met them. I initially was worried I wouldn’t find a place that was up to my standards, but this place exceeded all of my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

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

Great place

We really liked our stay here. It's super close to the beach and the pool was perfect to come back and spend the evenings.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

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

Family Vacay

Great space for large family gatherings! The pool and patio are such a nice space! Wish the hot tub would have been working but still managed to have fun in it. This is our spot for our family vacation in SPI!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

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

Family Vacay

We had a great time! The property is very nice, clean and in a super location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Family vacation

Close to beach Convenient beach supplies such as chairs and wagon to use Nice pool and cooking area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emelio G.

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

Family Vacation Reunion

Property was clean and very close to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of parking when renting the entire condo. Would consider renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elleen P., North Augusta, SC

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

Family Reunion

We ended up with a party of 16 for our 1st family reunion. Condo’s had everything we needed and the pool area was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bugge Family gathering

Everyone enjoyed their stay, couldn't say enough words about the property, it's location, and the accomodations. It was a very relaxing, enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Great Spot!

We really enjoyed our stay. We rented the entire facility for our family reunion. The condos were super clean and updated. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorissa G.

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

Beach Family Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Athena Ares Condos! We rented all 6 Condos. So nice to have our privacy and pool to ourselves by renting the entire building. Perfect for our large growing family. Plenty of room in each condo. The beach umbrellas, chairs, towels and wagons really made it nice to be able to have and not have to pack those items. Loved the location as it was just a block away. Pool was always kept clean daily. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie E.

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

Great Venue for Corporate Retreat

Rented for our annual corporate retreat. We have rented large houses in the past and hotel rooms. This time we tried the individual condos and it was perfect. We had the ability to get away when desired and the ability to cone together around the pool for group activities and dinners. Condos were pristine. Loved that they came with a wagon, umbrella and chairs. Pool and outdoor area was maintained daily.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natallie G.

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

Fantastic getaway spot for family!

The Athena Ares was absolutely fantastic! We rented out the entire complex for our wedding guests. Everything was better than described and they were so accommodating! Communication back and forth was quick and hassle free. The location was perfect. Our guests enjoyed the pool area tremendously and were amazed by the condos themselves. They were fully stocked with everything we could have possibly needed. It was truly amazing and we will be staying again next year! Thank you do much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorine H.

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

Excellent

The property was excellent location Was great just a few steps from the beach Overall a very very nice property will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley T., Canon City USA

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

Another Old Fashioned Troutman Christmas

We have stayed at this wonderful property before and there is no doubt that we will always come back when our destination is South Padre Island Texas. The beach access is amazing, the availability of the Pool/Hot Tub/ Pool Table/ and outdoor kitchen make the exterior of the property so inviting. The convenience of having kitchens and laundry facilities for all our 6 individual families make daily comforts and meals for so many people extremely enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Family reunion

Beautiful property! Great for a family of 6. Love that they came and cleaned the pool are every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rey G.

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

Great Place

Lots of space, clean and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Awesome

Very nice and as advertised. Perfect for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa H.

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

AMAZING PROPERY!!

We rented the entire condo for our wedding party for the wedding and we enjoyed every bit of the property. It was just a block from the beach access and came with wagons, umbrellas and chairs for beach time. The pool and hot tub combo were phenomenal and the restrooms outside the condo were very convenient. I absolutely loved working with Amber & Sandy. Amber was available at all times via cell phone. I would definitely recommend this condo to anyone. The owners are awesome and very good at communicating instructions. The amenities were great and we hope to come back and stay at this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE K., FT WORTH, Tx

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

Best Birthday Ever!

My family, best friends and family dogs enjoyed a wonderful week renting the entire facility. Sandy and Martin made the stay super easy. Plan on a repeat every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley V.

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

Valladares Family Padre Island Vacation

If you have a large planned vacation or family reunion this is the perfect place. This is my second time renting at this property. This time was even better. We rented the 6 units and had the entire pool area for ourselves. Besides every family having their own privacy, we were still all together as a family. We all brought our own beach chairs, tents and chairs. Just to let everyone know these units are equipped with these items. The beach access is across the street a few yards away from the property. Great location and great owners. We will be back. Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Martin Kennedy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Martin and Diane Kennedy

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Why they chose this property

If your looking for exclusivity and your own private getaway, this is the perfect vacation rental for your group.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests