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Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • South Padre Island Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Isla Blanca Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 Master bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️

Spacious 3BD/2.5BA with private pool just 1/2 block to the beach & walking distance to restaurants, bars and Entertainment District. The amenities have everything you need including cable, Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, loaded kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, all appliances & 2-car garage. Island grocery store is only a block away. This beach home has a terrace where you can enjoy fireworks during the weekend! Half block to the beach and located in the center of the island. Great spot to watch the weekend fireworks during the summer months! Please note that by city ordinance we can no longer provide a BBQ pit. NO PETS. Rentals agreement will follow after booking.

IMPORTANT: You are booking a privately owned beach home, and as such we expect our guests to respect the property and building as if it is your own. Also, we cannot provide 24-hour service such as a hotel, any late night, or overnight requests, other than REAL emergencies, will be handled the next day.

VAYK GEAR is a premier BEACH Equipment Rental Company offering top-of-the-line gear for your perfect beach day. You may receive an email from them regarding a credit from Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals for the rental of your preferred beach equipment.
Visit their website to select from a wide range of high-quality beach gear to make the most of your beach getaway.

The owners of 117A E Swordfish welcome you to their beach home! While staying here, we ask that you follow a few requests that will make everyone’s stay more enjoyable and keep the property looking good year after year.

1. Parking ~ is limited to 3 vehicles. Vehicles must be licensed, operable and registered to the occupants. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners’ expense.
2. Occupancy ~ Maximum capacity per unit is NO MORE than 6 guests. There must be at least one adult 25 years of age or older, registered, present and residing in the unit through the duration of the tenancy.
3. Pets ~ The home does NOT accept pets for renters on the property. Any evidence or trace of unauthorized pets will have a fine of $400.
4. Noise ~ Loud noise of any sort; music, loud talking, boom boxes, etc. is not allowed.
5. Garbage and Tidiness ~ Garbage should all be disposed using the garbage container located in the front of the property. Please DO NOT dispose of cigarette butts, cans, candy wrappers, trash on the ground. We work hard to make certain the property looks good when you check in. Please help us keep it that way by picking up any litter before you leave.
6. Pool ~ Please wash ALL sand from your body BEFORE entering our pool. The pool equipment cannot handle sand from the beach and causes damage and equipment failure. Please DO NOT leave your children unattended.
7. BBQ ~ No BBQ pit is included.
8. Once booked, we will send a custom Rental Agreement for you to complete and sign online. Without this agreement we will not be able to host you.

Important: All our vacation properties come with a "starter kit" including several items such as hotel style soaps, shampoo, dishwashing soap, new sponge, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, etc. Once these items are gone, please visit the local supermarket to replenish your needs.

Note: The owners of this property will NOT allow Spring Break activity on the premises.

Check in is easy and available 24 hours a day with a smart lock on the entrance door.

A link to a property guide with all pertinent info will be provided to the guest by text and email about 48-24 hours before arrival.

Hosts will be available for check-in assistance up until 10 pm, we ask that guests arriving late please let us know via text.

Service Animals need to be with the person they service 24/7. Service Animals cannot be left alone in the property. A service animal left alone in the property is not a service animal and will be penalized with a $400 fee.

Childs highchair and/or pack and play are available by request at $25/each, billed on a separate invoice.

"Early" check in and/or "Late" check out will be available, when possible, at a charge of $55 for each occurrence.

If there is an emergency that requires Police, EMS or Fire please call 911.

Date changes may be considered depending on the date of the change and availability for a $100 change fee plus any difference in price.

Cancellations for nightly reservations will receive a 96% refund if they are made more than 30 days before the scheduled arrival date. Please note that a service fee of $25 will also be charged for all cancellations, regardless of the timing. There will be no refund if the cancellation comes is made This policy does not extend to bookings that are eligible for monthly discounts.

Checkout instructions
Gather used towels and leave in bathroom
Dispose of all trash in proper outside receptacles
Leave beds unmade
Wash & dry all dishes & utensils.
Empty refrigerator, clean up spills
Set AC to 78
Leave property neat with furniture in original order
Close all blinds, doors and windows
Please leave all items we provided. We charge for missing items
Gather all your belongings, we cannot be responsible for items left behind
PLEASE LEAVE BEHIND ALL PARKING PASSES, KEYS AND WRISTBANDS FOR THE NEXT GUESTS
Turn off all lights
Lock up!

If possible, we would appreciate it if you could let us know if you check out earlier than 10am.

A good cohabitation requires common sense, respect for sleep hours, politeness, tidiness, and awareness of the common good. Thanks for helping ensure a great vacation for everyone!

We hope we can provide you with the 5-Star Experience you were looking for and will continue to serve you all through your stay with us, so if you need anything, please let us know!

Have a wonderful stay!

-Rod & Rosa

Property manager

Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellations within 30+ days before arrival will be eligible for a 96% refund, minus a $25 service fee.
REQUIRED: I give permission to the PM to use a third-party to verify my identity and check criminal databases to confirm reservations.
Please note that completing the rental agreement is required.

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 and a first aid kit

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 in the city centre and near the beach. Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gravity Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Goodbye City~Hello South Padre Island!️ ️ ️ located?

This family-friendly South Padre Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David A.

Great place to stay in South Padre

This is a great place to stay on South Padre Island. It's only about a block from the beach. I would go down each morning and walk the beach for exercise and to soak up the waves and people watch. It's also very close to many bars and restaurants, many within walking distance. It was also great having a garage to park in during those few times when it was raining and you needed to go out and get in the car. Overall, we enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it to anyone that doesn't mind a few stairs as it is a two-story condo with the main floor on the top.

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great house and location!

House has everything you need! Private pool was fun for the afternoon, and the beach access is very close and easy. We’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra M.

Smooth Sailing

Very great location near beach and around restaurants and activities all in walking distance. Rod and Rosa were very responsive and helpful in accommodating our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Nice and Fully furnished

We fully enjoyed our stay! If we needed anything the renters were quick and responsive to help however they could. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica K.

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

Cousins to the coast annual vacation

The townhome was very clean. The AC worked properly had enough towels. There were even beach towels and beach equipment supplied. having a washer and dryer on site was also a great accommodation a big plus was the private heated pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chantal M.

Accommodating, inviting clean spot close to the beach

We fully enjoyed our stay at this property- easy check in, quick access to the beautiful beach and good restaurants. Appreciated the selection of beach towels, chairs and gear in the garage. The bedrooms are large, living space is very comfy, fully stocked kitchen for making meals (including an ice maker, spice rack, leftover containers) and a large dining table. We enjoyed our coffees on the large deck overlooking the pool and the fireworks on Thursday and Friday evenings. The pool is quite warm but clean and refreshing. Our only challenge was the extra hard firmness of the king mattress and the outside lights coming into in the upstairs room- it might not be ideal for a lengthy stay, depending on your sleep requirements. If we return, which we hope to do, we might bring our own cushioned mattress topper along (and sleep masks), for better quality rest. Otherwise, this is a perfect place to call home while exploring South Padre Island. Many thanks to Rosa and Rod for the kind hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Kay H.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Rod & Rosa were responsive & kind. Walking distance to beach. The property was fairly clean & had most everything we needed. Some of the beach & pool toys, chairs, etc are broken, but since these are left as a courtesy, it was fine. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Terri B.

Great!

We really enjoyed the house. It was located close to everything we wanted to do.

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

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

Overall Stay

House was very clean and a lot nicer in person. The only downfalls were all of the beds were rock hard and did not have a tv in master bedroom or bedroom by the pool. We enjoyed our stay and the view of the firework shows were a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cesar M.

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

Comfy

Pleasant, clean, close to the beach, has everything you need.lovely home away from home
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

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

Family Getaway

Check-in was easy, enjoyed watching the fireworks from the balcony, swimming pool was clean and relaxing for our small group. Beach access down the street. Best lil vacation ever. Property manager always responded promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

As pictured

Super clean and maintained. Just as listed, nice appliances, pool heated, but small. Would get new out door cushions and oil doors , but nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Robert C.

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

Pool and dishes

Could find a way for the pool to have more shade pool way hot need more pans couldn’t really cook but owner all very nice place we would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dianna C.

Amazing beach house!!!!

This house is amazing, it has everything you need for your family, the response from the owners is very quick. I have 2 teenage kids and they enjoyed every part of this house, we usually have to buy chairs for the beach and other necessities but this house has it all. It was very clean and neatly organized. I will definitely be booking with them again and if course recommending them.
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Amazing experience

Thai is my families second time staying at this location. The property is clean and stocked with everything you need. Location is close to everything. The beach is a short walk away. The grocery store is a block away, restaurants are walking distance. We’ll be back again!
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Would stay here again.

This was our first visit to SPI, so I can't say I had any expectations. This home was clean perfect! It is very conveniently located to the beach, grocery store, liquor store, restaurants, and shopping-like walking distance. I don't know if we got lucky but neighbors in the surrounding houses were either extremely quiet or non existent. We noticed when we got there the pool was a little dirty and maybe the filter or something wasn't running, we texted Rod and Rosa and they were extremely quick to get it taken care of. One night we wanted to grill some steaks and realized there was no grill, again Rod and Rosa were very quick to solve our problem and brought over a little grill. Not being familiar with such a humid salty climate (from AZ) it became apparent why certain things are not left of the property because they rust. All the rooms were a great size and we appreciated a closet full of pillows with different firmnesses. :) The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals, when we decided to stay in and the refrigerator in the garage was perfect to put all of our drinks in. I loved the view from the top balcony of the lit up Ferris wheel at night. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. On top of Rod and Rosa being excellent at property management, I hope it's ok to also share that on our last night we took a private tour with Isla Charters, LLC on the bay, it was fantastic! Thank You Rod and Rosa for taking such great care of the property and us.

About the host

Hosted by Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals, LLC

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I am an island person born and grew up in Puerto Rico. Marriage brought me to Dallas area but my body and soul always pulled me towards the ocean. I chose South Padre Island because the beaches and the ocean are the best of Texas.

Why they chose this property

The location is prime, just half block to the beach and a smaool walk to all the shops, restaurants and bars. Awesomeness!

What makes this property unique

Spacious 3BD/2.5BA with private pool just 1/2 block to the beach & walking distance to restaurants, bars and Entertainment District. The amenities have everything you need including cable, Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, loaded kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, all appliances & 2-car garage.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests