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Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6161.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach

The Kent House

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Kick back and relax at this South Padre Island vacation rental! You will fall in love with this charming two-bedroom home, ideal for beach-going families and small groups of friends who want to be walking distance from the shops, restaurants, and bars of this vibrant island community. Although visitors to the Kent House could easily spend their entire vacation lounging on South Padre Island's 34 miles of uninterrupted beach, there is so much more for adults and children to do. Activities ranging from dolphin-watching to kiteboarding lessons are only blocks away. Take the whole family to the sea turtle sanctuary or the island's birding and nature sanctuary to appreciate the local wildlife. Depending on when you visit, you'll be treated to activities such as food trucks, amusement rides, firework displays on the weekend, and many more. Restaurants, bars, and a CVS are within walking distance of the house, meaning any essentials you desire are easily obtainable.

Perfectly situated only half a block from the beach and one block from the central entertainment district, guests at the Kent House have the luxury of wading in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico by day and enjoying fresh seafood, live music, and sunset happy hours by night. The interior of this home is eclectic and comfortable with two spacious living areas including cable TV in both rooms. Hoping to squeeze in a bit of work as well? Plenty of workspace and free wireless internet is provided.

The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, pots and pans, and cooking utensils, with an adjoining dining room and seating for everyone. On balmy evenings, you may choose to enjoy a bottle of wine in the shaded backyard or on the rooftop patio instead. The backyard also features an outdoor shower for washing off sand from the beach before coming indoors. The Kent House has air-conditioned sleeping spaces for all of its guests. There is a double bed in each of the bedrooms, a sleeper sofa in the main living room, and another sleeper sofa in the converted garage/den. Guests will share one full bathroom in the main section of the house plus separate toilet and shower facilities in the converted garage.

Feel free to take advantage of the converted garage as an additional area to lounge and watch TV. Its washer/dryer, small kitchenette, and microwave make it a great place to hunker down for a movie marathon. While there, engage in some friendly competition with the game table as you play cards, a board game, or challenge one of the many included jigsaw puzzles.

No matter if you're looking to relax in the sun, spend time with friends and family, or walk to nearby restaurants and bars, this Texas vacation rental can help you discover the very best of South Padre Island.

THINGS TO KNOW
NO PARTY POLICY: This home maintains a strict no-party and no-spring break policy. Our local South Padre Island team monitors compliance with our rental policies and responds promptly to any complaints from neighbors. If any guests are found to violate these rental policies, it will result in eviction without a refund. If you have any questions or concerns about your compliance, please contact us immediately so we can ensure you have a safe and happy vacation.

We’re excited to inform you that this unit utilizes a comfortable style of bed-making known as Triple Sheeting. Triple Sheeting is proven to be more hygienic and is used by five-star hotels around the world. It consists of a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, a blanket, and finally a decorative top sheet.
There is a free shuttle you can utilize. The Island Metro currently operates daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The shuttle runs the length of the Island, stopping at beach accesses, hotels, restaurants, attractions, and other points of interest. All of the shuttles are equipped with a bicycle rack, ADA accessible with wheelchair lifts, and offer complimentary WiFi.

City/town permit number2023-1107

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

South Padre Island

Located in South Padre Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue and Whaling Wall are local landmarks, and some of the area's 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 horse riding and ecotours.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Isla Blanca Beach - 12 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Laguna BOB - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lobo Del Mar - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Beach Park at Isla Blanca are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lori B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location
The place is described as quirky and that’s accurate. It’s an old structure. It was close to walk to many things. Management was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Orlando g.

Perfect location
Love the location and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer stay
Super cute and close to everything. Pretty private street with little to no traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

SPI Family Vacation
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Joseph R.

Great little house.
Very spacious for our 6 guest. Has all the stuff you will need for extended stay. I wish we had more time to be able to spend there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adonica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky beach house
Great location for tons of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good for a family stay. Close to everything you need. Simply awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cecelia M.

Great vacation spot
The home was comfortable and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked with pans and utensils. Beds were very comfortable. No issues with A /C. Loved that beach was within walking distance! Worth the stay!!
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Clean and quiet.
The house was very clean. It was a short walk to the beach and the first house off South Padre Blvd. The house was quiet. It was hot and humid but the house was cooled. Definitely hope to stay there again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Our stay was very enjoyable except for the cold snap.
Stayed 35 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

Kent House
We were here for a month and absolutely loved this well equipped house with a 50s/60s vibe.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Our second stay
We love the closeness to the beach, the privacy of a single family home as opposed to a giant hotel and the fact that it’s close to every thing but yet very quiet and secluded. It really is the perfect combination. This is our second time renting the Kent House and we are already looking forward to our third trip.

10/10 Excellent

Ana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and spacious
Clean, neat, spacious and close to a beach entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice affordable and clean. Definitely will look for this property next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzzett R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house
One block from the beach, great rooftop patio AND house is cute and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

R & J
Location and casual retro home was good for a relaxing getaway for a mom and daughter get away. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Exelent
Loved it and would come again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jesus G.

Someone mentioned this home being quirky and I think that's most appropriate in a good way!
the space is large enough to share...If you don't like quirky I suggest look somewhere else.

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oldies but goodies
Overall the place was good, updated appliances, great space to stretch out. Because I am a cook and know that sometimes they may not have what I need ai bring my own and glad I did. The pots and pans need to be updated they have a teflon coating and prior use has left them scratched and damaged. The beds were ok not firm but not too soft. There were plenty of towels for use in both shower areas, Thankful for washer and dryer to wash as we needed. The back was not tended to, tree got cut while there only after our mentioning and the yard was overgrown and finally got cut our 4 the day in. Access to beach was great. Overall it was good but not amazing. Price was relevant.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun
Fun
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Spacious home close to the beach.
Retro but comfortable. Plenty of room for the whole family. Private home, private yard, and no stairs! Conveniently located.
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10/10 Excellent

Alberto C.

Cozy home
Short walk to the beach access Perfect for a party of 4
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Califronia beach vibe
Loved that the decore was very retro 70’s Califronia beach style. Had all we needed and for a small house it was spacious with the enclosed car port. So close to beach too! Made me want to buy the property. Only wishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Cora R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worst ever!!!!!
Location mngr changed the code and forgot to forward me the right door code. They sent a maintenance person to assist us; which took almost two hrs!!! Our check in to the location was 2 hrs later. The house is old and smells old. The appliances are very outdated. Dishes also too old . Everything was very dusty. Dishes seemed like they hadn’t been wash in a good while. AC in front living room was not cooling enough. I kept trying to communicate through app and no one ever responded my messages & there was no listing of the locations manager or the phone number. Worst stay ever! Never renting this location again!!!!! You all need to refund us back our money for all the inconveniences!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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