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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a thatched roof, and a sunset in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
Endless miles of beaches for your enjoyment
A modern living room with a coffee table, sofas, a TV, and a kitchen in the background.
A covered outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121366 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Lake Padre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Corpus Christi

Located in Padre Island, this vacation home is adjacent to Lake Padre and within a 10-minute stroll of Whitecap Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Padre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Whitecap Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Padre Balli Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Bob Hall Pier - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Almeida - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views

Aruba Bay Resort - Star Fish' Inn TABK101: Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks and Sunset Views

Why Guests Love This Property
Star Fish’ Inn is a luxurious waterfront townhouse designed for families, couples, and friends seeking both relaxation and adventure. With stunning sunset views, direct dock access, and resort-style amenities, it’s a dream destination for boating, fishing, or simply unwinding. The open-concept living space, chef’s kitchen, and private patios make it easy to gather, cook, and relax while soaking in the serene water views.

Highlights
Private waterfront patio and balcony with seating to enjoy lake and canal views
Direct dock access and boat slips for anglers and boaters
Two heated resort-style pools with slides and splash pad across the street
Open-concept living, dining, and fully equipped chef’s kitchen with wine fridge and ice machine
Washer/dryer, flat screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi for convenience
Pickleball court, clubhouse, and game room for family fun
Not pet-friendly

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed
Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed with twin daybed and twin trundle
Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): Full over full bunk beds
Living Area (1st Floor): Queen-size sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
1st Floor – Walk-in shower for guest
2nd Floor – Walk-in shower for primary and tub/shower for guest
Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards.

Kitchen and Dining
The chef’s kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an under-counter wine fridge, and a “Sonic” ice machine. Seating for ten makes it easy to host family meals or gather with friends, plus a 12-cup Keurig coffee maker for your morning brew.

Community Amenities
Heated resort-style pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Poolside loungers, Tiki huts, and picnic tables
Clubhouse and game room
Pickleball court and two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station

Guest FAQs
Q. How far is the beach from Star Fish’ Inn?
A. The beach is approximately a 15-minute walk or a short drive.

Q. Are pets allowed?
A. No, this property is not pet-friendly.

Q. Can I bring my boat or trailer?
A. Boats and trailers are not permitted within the complex; street-side parking is available if attached to a vehicle.

Q. Are the pools heated year-round?
A. Yes, both pools are heated for year-round enjoyment.

Location
Star Fish’ Inn is conveniently located near:
Mustang Island State Park – 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles
USS Lexington – 26 miles
Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles

Policies and Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Primary guest must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Signed Rental Agreement is required prior to check-in
Property is not pet friendly
Boat and trailer parking is not permitted within the complex and must remain street-side

STR Permit #: 307772
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,366 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Padre Island within a 10-minute walk of Whitecap Beach and Lake Padre. You'll also find North Padre Island Beach and Packery Channel within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a kitchen as well as a heated pool and a gym.

Are there hot tubs at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP), which is 24.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views?

Yes, every house at Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

Luxury Waterfront Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Docks & Sunset Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean, lots of room for everyone, the Kids enjoyed the pool, it is very close to the beach, lots of restaurants near by. Sheets for pullout bed too small, could have used some extra blankets, A/C works terrific , both balcony doors were hard to get closed probably due to humidity, the outside front rocking chair was broken but probably an easy fix. All in all a great stay was had by all and we would return again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! The views were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the rental. It clean and felt like home. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place great price

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the dock and fishing!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome vacation rental!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was very clean and relaxing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at Aruba Bay 3 times and we cannot wait to go back. Great location near the beach, great pool and we love that we can fish from our back porch.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent choice

We wanted a location close to the water but one that afforded other options. This had a heated pool, pickleball court and a dock out back for fishing! Perfect for the family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini Family Vacation

Overall great place for family and friends vacation. Place was located near and around everything. Fishing off dock was easy and pier also near by. Downtown Corpus Christi and Port Aransas easily accessible within 20 min.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wedding weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the back porch and location. Very clean but a bit musty.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The stay was great. Everything was comfortable and property was well maintained. We would definitely come back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Place!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I almost feel like I should give this place a bad review so no one else discovers our new favorite place to stay on Padre Island! However, I will say this place was great! Very accommodating for my family, close to the beach and comfortable!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family trip to Aruba Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is wonderful and there was lots of space for our group, my only feedback was the lack of kitchen supplies provided, last year we stayed a couple of doors down and the kitchen was fully stocked with adequate utensils and cookware though this wasn't the case this time, BUT we did enjoy the air fryer.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Plenty of room and great view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had plenty of room for our whole family! We loved having the water view with the fishing spot! I spent every quiet morning out on the deck and loved watching the sunset go down. The guys caught tons of fish. Would definitely book again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good place to stay in North Padre

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and property are great. The only drawbacks were the mosquitos that made it impossible to enjoy the balconies (bring repellent) and the tiny frying pan that had no anti-stick material, so we could not cook a large meal and or clean the food off the pan. Other than that, we had fun fishing and hanging out at the great pool. We will likely return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Star Fish’ Inn was a great spot for our group of 7. The kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable, and there was always plenty of hot water for showering. The house was clean although my allergies did flare while there. Maybe last users had a pet there.? My only complaints are with the pool cleanliness at the resort. It doesn’t take long for the water to get cloudy, so googles are definitely needed or your eyes will get irritated. The house itself was great...does need some new water hoses.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Stolen Fishing Rods & Dirty

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our fishing rods were stolen off our private porch in the back by the bay, called office staff about the issue and they said they would get with there team members & definitely get back to us that day. And up to this day nobody has got back to us! One of those fishing rods had very sentimental value to us it belonged to a love one that has passed. House was dirty. And ice machine made horrible nose all night that didn't allow our guests in the livingroom to sleep.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Super cute, clean and great by water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed everywhere near White Cap Beach in this general area and this condo was the best one yet with the exception of pesky mosquitos that can't be helped and the sight of some roaches that I am sure can be cured with better pest control to the unit. This is the only reason I could not give full stars but otherwise LOVED IT. Everything in this condo was spotless and well cared for. It wasn't like some places that seem over stayed and worn down or miss used. You can tell the owners of this unit take very good care of the place and make sure guests feel at home. All decor and furniture are very modern and even new. Kitchen is upgraded very nice and everything was in working order. They even have one of those nice ice makers with the soft ice nuggets, a Ninja brand air fryer and blender, and nice Keurig coffee maker for you. The housekeeping is superb. Towels and linen felt all sanitary and clean like a hotel. The extra linen in the closet was wrapped in plastic to keep clean as well. We could not get over the amount of beds in this condo and amount of space we had for a 3 bedroom. 3 bathrooms with showers made it so much easier for our family of 5 to get ready in no time. Outside we enjoyed the decks both upstairs and downstairs and loved that we had nice views from the water, even from bed. Fishing was such an easy thing to do anytime of day or night and even though we did not use, we noticed a nice paddle kayak outside. Evenings outside with some cold beverages was so pleasant here. Again our only downside was the fact that there were many mosquitoes during our stay in June and we did see roaches hanging from small babies to medium sized in the kitchen only within the first few hours of our arrival with no opened food on the counters. We believe both mosquitoes and roaches could be due to the large concrete drainage pipe that is located just under and very close to this unit outside that drains to the bay.Will stay again though if managed.Thanks for the stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great. I will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place !

Awesome place ! The pools are fantastic for all ages of children /teens/adults . Roomy and the view of the water was perfect. We will definitely stay again !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful property

This property was beautiful and we had great family, friendly fun. The only big downside was that the description included pool towels and beach towels but there were only a few bath towels and were highly discouraged to use bath towels for pool or beach or we would get charged additional costly fees. So only suggestion is remove description of pool/beach towels provided or encourage renters to bring own towels. Also, no extra blankets provided. Bring your own blankets!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021