Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
47 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Port Isabel
This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Port Isabel Historical Museum and Treasures of the Gulf Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Long Island Village Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
South Padre Island Beach - 16 min drive - 5.2 miles
Getting around
Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 3 min drive
Isabel's Cafe - 3 min drive
Pirate's Landing - 11 min walk
Joe's Oyster Bar - 7 min walk
Reyes Bakery - 8 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.
Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities
Be the FIRST to stay at an interior designer's custom home in Port Isabel! Ideal for families and groups, this stunning 2-story duplex has everything: HEATED pool, outdoor lounge and dining, BBQ, space-themed game room, 4 huge TVs, free EV charging, king-size ensuite and sitting room, full size washer/dryer, and custom workstation + bunk room. Located 10 min from South Padre Island, you can experience the best of both worlds: the tranquility of the bay and the excitement of the beach.
Welcome to your cosmic getaway, where you can enjoy the best of both worlds: the tranquility of the beach and the excitement of rocket launches at the Gateway to Mars! This brand new luxury duplex is the perfect space for both leisure and work, and it's ideal for space enthusiasts, families, friends, or anyone looking for an amazing vacation.
YOUR SPACE: This spacious and modern unit has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.
- Bedroom #1: The king-sized primary bedroom features a 65" smart TV, a custom wall-to-wall window bench, and a private sitting area for quiet time away from the kids. There are two large closets, a full size mirror, and a gorgeous ensuite bathroom with his-and-hers sinks. The shower features terracotta tiles and a shower bench.
- Bedroom #2: The queen-size second bedroom showcases ultra-comfortable bedding and plenty of storage with the oversize dresser and full-size closet with French doors.
- Bedroom #3: The kids will not be able to get enough of this completely custom bunk room! This room has two sets of twin-over-queen bunks (a total of 4 beds) and can sleep 6. No worrying about uncomfortable ladders with the extra wide bunk staircase that doubles as a seating area to watch the 55" smart TV. There is no need to worry about storage, as the bunks have custom extra-deep drawers underbed, a built-in dresser, and a full closet with French doors.
- Bathroom #2: This bathroom is shared for the queen bedroom and bunk bed room, and has an extra-large storage cabinet for plenty of fluffy towels and extra linens. This bathroom has a soaking tub, perfect for little ones.
- Kitchen and Dining: This oversize kitchen has everything: quartz countertops, an undermount sink with pull-down faucet/sprayer, all new stainless appliances (electric oven and stove, garbage disposal, full fridge, and dishwasher), and TONS of storage space. The dining table comfortable seats 8-10.
- Living Room: This open-concept living space has two super-comfy sofas, a color-tunable ceiling fan, a uniquely Cosmic Cactus-themed gallery wall, and a 75" smart TV.
- Garage: Welcome to the ultimate space-themed game room! Catch the latest game, try your hand at pool or ping pong, or play some boardgames with friends.
THE PROPERTY: Please note that Cosmic Cactus A is one of two duplex units in a private home. Your space is entirely your own, however you may be next door to other guests. Please contact us directly if you are interested in renting the entire house for large groups.
INDOOR AMENITIES: we provide all bed linens, shower towels and pool towels, dishware, cookware, bath gels, and coffee + tea. Coffee maker is a stainless drip machine. We provide high-speed wifi networks with Spectrum. There are remote controlled ceiling fans in each room, and our separate upstairs and downstairs air conditioning are connected to Google Nest systems which can be controlled from the smart wall thermostats on the each floor individually. There is a full-size stackable washer dryer in the garage. Tesla mobile-connector (240V) power cord provided upon request.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES: Cosmic Cactus A has tons of shared outdoor amenities. Had a long day? Enjoy the sunsets from our outdoor lounge area. Going fishing? Cook up your catch at our outdoor charcoal grill or enjoy dining al fresco at our outdoor dining area for 8 (charcoal is not included, but all grilling tools are). Had a blast of a beach day? Rinse off at the outdoor showers located by the side of the house before letting your cares float away in our brand new heated swimming pool, or work on your tan at our poolside lounge space. Please note that backyard is a SHARED amenity amongst guests of the Cosmic Cactus properties.
LOCATION: This home is in a quiet neighborhood in Port Isabel, Texas. We are next door to a local park with a walking track, playground, and basketball court. Grocery stores are 1 mile away and we are a 2 minute drive from the bay-front restaurants in Port Isabel and the entrance to the bridge that connects Port Isabel to South Padre Island. The benefit of staying in Port Isabel is the tranquility of the bay and also access to the shops in the mainland without the hassle of the noise or traffic on South Padre Island, while still being only a 10 minute drive from all the excitement and fireworks. There is a also a free shuttle bus that will take you from Port Isabel to the beach.
SPACEX: We are very close to Starbase, the SpaceX launch site. When the rockets launch, you WILL be able to see and hear them. Some of the best viewing points are just a few minutes walk away - contact us for recommendations!
THINGS TO DO: Everything. Surfing, fishing, go-karts, zip-lines, mini-golf, horseback riding, waterpark, boogie boarding, tacos and margaritas, beachside and bayside restaurants and cafes, sunset cruises, and of course miles and miles of soft sand. Oh, and you can occasionally watch rockets launch into outer space! Check out my guide to South Padre Island for more ideas and attractions.
Port Isabel is a tropical oasis located off the southern tip of Texas. It offers the unsurpassed beauty of the Laguna Madre Bay. It is the ideal year-round destination for visitors seeking a getaway from the daily grind.
SPECIAL OCCASIONS: Coming to town for an anniversary, birthday, or honeymoon? Reach out to us directly about welcome packages for special occasions.
This is a non-smoking and pet-free property.
ENTRANCE AND PARKING: There is parking for two vehicles on the driveway in front of the house, and space on the driveway to tandem park additional vehicles.
KEYS & SECURITY: We utilize smart locks for all of our properties. No need to worry about keys, as you will receive a unique access code for your stay, to be released on the day of your check-in. Simply punch in the code on the door and you will be able to enter and leave as you please. We also have security cameras monitoring the parking lot and front doors of all units.
Please message me via the short term rental platform if you need anything. I am located remotely but have local contacts should you need anything.
LOCATION: This home is in a quiet residential neighborhood in Port Isabel, Texas. We are next door to a local park with a walking track, playground, and basketball court. Grocery stores are 1 mile away and we are a 2 minute drive from the bay-front restaurants in Port Isabel and the entrance to the bridge that connects Port Isabel to South Padre Island. We are also just a couple blocks from the historic lighthouse downtown. The benefit of staying in Port Isabel is the tranquility of the bay and also access to the shops in the mainland without needing to deal with the noise or traffic on the Island, however you are just a 7 minute drive from all the excitement and fireworks. There is a free shuttle bus that will take you from Port Isabel to the beach.
Port Isabel is a charming city in the southern tip of Texas, with a rich history and a scenic location on the Laguna Madre Bay. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, birdwatching, and enjoying the coastal views and SPACEX launches. It is the ideal small fishing town getaway for visitors seeking natural beauty and tranquility.
THINGS TO DO: Everything. Surfing, fishing, go-karts, zip-lines, mini-golf, horseback riding, waterpark, boogie boarding, tacos and margaritas, beachside and bayside restaurants and cafes, sunset cruises, and of course miles and miles of soft sand. Oh, and you can watch rockets launch into space! Check out my guide to South Padre Island for more ideas and attractions.
SPACEX: As you may have heard, the SpaceX rocket launches occur nearby at Boca Chica! We recommend checking the SpaceX website for updated dates and times of their launches. During these launches you can hear the rocket from the house - in fact, some of the absolute best viewing sites for the launches are right here in Port Isabel, just a few blocks away!
A local park is just 500 feet away from the house. A Free shuttle bus stops at this park and takes guests between Port Isabel and South Padre Island (SPI).
We provide guests with a few bottles of water upon arrival, however we recommend to also purchase water during their stay, as the tap water can have a high salt content.
Like many hosts, we follow the booking platform's cancellation policies. For any questions regarding last minute cancellations or refunds, please clarify with us as needed. Please no loud music between 10PM - 8AM. Please rinse off any sand before entering the house and remove shoes upon entry.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Tiffany Zhou
Languages
English, Italian
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Property is also known as
356410
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home in Port Isabel is within a 10-minute walk of Port Isabel Lighthouse, Port Isabel Historical Museum, and Treasures of the Gulf Museum. You'll also find Long Island Village Golf Course and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities?
As of May 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities on May 5, 2025 start from $202.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is electric car charging available.
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 do couples enjoy most about Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a heated pool.
Does Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities have a hot tub?
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.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO), which is 21 mi away (47 minutes by car). Another top airport is Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MAM-General Servando Canales Intl.), which is around 29 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities?
No, at Cosmic Cactus: Designer Luxury Escape & Amenities, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.