The condo was has a great view and has comfortable chairs (la-z-boy I think) in the living area. It was clean and the bathrooms/kitchen looked relatively new (maybe remodeled recently) with granite, etc. The Sapphire complex is a very nice. The pool is large (i.e., not overly crowded) and clean. When checking in, everyone gets a wristband and there is security at the pool and at the entrance to make sure outsiders don't slip in and activity at the pool is appropriate. At the pool, a few women came by and we heard them talking about not being able to stand it any longer at the pool next door. (Shortly after, security noticed their lack of wristbands and tossed them out.) But of course the place next door doesn't mind if Sapphire renters wander over there to buy some frozen drinks or food :<). This was very handy since the Sapphire does not serve either. The beach was just past the pool and also quite nice with very clean sand (little or no weeds or other debris). My only complaint about the complex was that the grill was not working. We rent condos frequently and this was one of the best ones we have rented. The next time we visit South Padre, we will be coming back here.