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Sun loungers, beach towels
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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Community Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gravity Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

South Padre Island

Located within a 5-minute walk of South Padre Island Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of South Padre Island Community Center. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • South Padre Island Community Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gravity Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Isla Blanca Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tom And Jerry's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Laguna Bob - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 5 bath, sleeps 20! Game Room Pool Table

SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1942


Spacious beach house, perfect for friends or family looking for a perfect place to kick back, relax and enjoy the Island sun! Unique in design, this 5 bedroom, 5 bath home has many quality features. Downstairs has separate bedroom, living area and kitchen. A private yard blooms with tropical landscaping, and an elegant sparkling pool. One garages runs the length of the house and has been turned into a game room with foosball, pool table and darts. Go for a refreshing dip in the sparkling swimming pool, cook up a delicious meal on the BBQ grill, or spend all day at the beach! Enjoy the LATITUDE ADJUSTMENT at Gulfside Gathering Place!

Stream your favorite apps, ZOOM, ELearn, etc. with high-speed WiFi internet.

Our beach home is a pet friendly, family vacation rental. 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 families only restriction. A small welcome package is provided which includes 1 roll of paper towels, 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. *We strongly encourage that you purchase trip cancellation insurance.*
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking Rule is STRICTLY enforced

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Unit size: 3,500 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
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Rental documents and proof of identification will be required.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets require approval. $100 cleaning fee

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: High Chair & Pack n' Play provided by Owner

Events

No events allowed
Requires Approval from Owner - Case by Case Basis

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Rule is STRICTLY enforced

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
Note from host: Requires Approval from Owner - Case by Case Basis
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 deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Note from host: Requires Approval from Owner - Case by Case Basis
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in South Padre Island, just steps from South Padre Island Beach. You'll also find Beach Park at Isla Blanca and South Padre Bayside Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO), which is 25.6 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

Yes, every house at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway comes with a balcony.

Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
House as described, well stocked kitchen, great access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Post was amazing, the place was in the perfect position proximity to the beach, beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rita K.

Liked: Cleanliness
yeswe did not realize there we that many steps. my husband has trouble with steps
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is beautifully decorated clean and very comfortable for all 14 of us! The hosts were so easy to work witj
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen has everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dita J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had amazing time! We were supposed to stay for 4 days but we added 2 more nights. Kids loved the pool and we loved everything about the house!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a beautiful property with plenty of space and a short walk to the beach. The game room and pool (when not at the beach) were a hit for everyone and lots of fun had by all.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome getaway

Great location and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benito F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day weekend 2025

this place is really wonderful the location of the house is perfect, the house has plenty of space and everything you need. the whole family enjoyed everything from the swimming pool. pool table, spacious kitchen, to the outdoor area, we all loved the that house had plenty of restrooms also, we would recommend this place to everyone and would also come back and enjoy this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was very nice for 18 of us. Bring garbage bags close to beach kids had great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Clean, nice pool, lots of kitchenware, great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Weekend Getaway

We stayed at this house for a milestone weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better place! It was the perfect fit for our group of 14 people and 3 dogs—spacious, comfortable, and incredibly well-equipped. The game room was a great bonus and came in handy on the one rainy day we had. The rest of the time, we spent enjoying the pool, which was a huge hit, especially with the unique and stylish umbrellas providing plenty of shade. Everything about the home made it easy to relax and celebrate. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful! Don't hesitate to book!

This place is even better than the photos! It is clean, updated, and fun for anyone! We have a large family (8 kids ages 11 to 21) and everyone enjoyed the space. The pool was great for those that didn't want to be at the beach and the beach was so incredibly close. Probably a 5 minut
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci R.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back

Absolutely stunning property that accommodates multiple families with plenty of space. Location was perfect. Thanks for everything. This was one of our favorite homes in SPI. We come every year and will absolutely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Property was very welcoming and clean. The host was kind and stayed in contact promptly. No complaints!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Really nice place. Clean and well stocked with what you need to prepare food. Close to the beach. The only issue we had was that when I booked the location several months ago, I confirmed with whoever runs the property that the pool was definitely able to be heated. When we arrived I checked the pool and it was cold. When we tried to turn on the heater it was broken. A pool guy was not able to come out until the next day. When he did come out he informed me that the heater was broken and he didn’t have any parts to fix it and if he did get the parts he wouldn’t be able to come back out for several days. Our stay was pretty much over when he would be able to come out. Needless to say though we did try and use the pool it was uncomfortably cold. We were all disappointed we didn’t get to use it more. The only question I have is shouldn’t the pool heater been fixed before our arrival? I was told it was heated. Anyway despite the pool issues we had a great time at this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

House was great for what we needed. Everything was clean and organized. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home

The house was perfect, great location, clean and stocked. Our family enjoyed the pool and game room. Walked to the corner and rented a golf cart that we enjoyed so much. The house is not even a block away from the beach. It came with so many amenities such as lawn chairs, wagon and beach toys for the kids. Highly recommend for large families!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Place to Stay!

Review : We are so delighted to have had another fantastic trip this year returning to this amazing home! The accommodations are consistently spectacular! This home has abundance of room and relaxation! The pool is one of our favorite amenities and the pool umbrellas are a game changer for sure! With 9 adults and 2 kids, we still had extra room. We did not get to bring out beach stuff but the garage was fully stocked with pool noodles, toys, coolers and more. We love this home and highly recommend as a 100/10 ☀️🌊☀️🌊☀️🌊☀️🌊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Gulfside Gathering Place.

The set up of this property was well thought out. It had plenty of room for our family of 12. There was plenty to do and it is definitely easy to stay entertained here. The pool & outside areas were nicely set up and when that wasn’t being used we were taking advantage of the game room. The kitchen is a great size and was fully stocked with almost everything you could think of. Clear instructions are sent to you prior to check in; and made expectations & the checkout process easier. Property Management had great communication & was quick with responses. We will definitely be booking here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024