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Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore

A great destination for families, couples and friends, Villa Bonita offers a relaxed beach house atmosphere with all the amenities of a high rise.

2021 will see a new and improved Villa Bonita! While we make improvements to the condo every year, some years are showier than others. Last year we added an upstairs room air conditioner, a new washer dryer unit and a new central air conditioner, which, although necessary, are hard to show off in a picture. This year we have new bedroom furniture in the two downstairs bedrooms, new bedding in all rooms, and a new sectional sofa that seats the whole family! We are really excited about the updated look. We are committed to offering a reasonably priced vacation for families, because with four children of our own, we know how hard it can be to get away.

Three spacious bedrooms, each with their own full bath, and a distribution that allows larger groups privacy and shared space, it is an ideal place to reconnect with the people who are important in our lives. The two downstairs bedrooms have two queen-sized beds and the upstairs bedroom has a king-sized bed, so ten people can sleep comfortably. Each bedroom also has a TV. Eat in or eat out- the full service kitchen is stocked with what you need to feed the whole crew. Enjoy barbecuing on the infrared grill on the balcony while you take in the Gulf view. The dining area seats six and has additional seating for three along the bar. The large flat-screen TV in the living room with an expanded cable package ensures you won't miss any plays on game day. Villa Bonita has lots of extras to make your stay more enjoyable like a washer/dryer in the unit, a cooler with wheels, beach chairs, a full sunshade, sand toys and assorted beach-friendly toys like a kite, soccer ball, frisbee, etc. There are three balconies that face the beach and the pool with some outdoor seating. One thing to be aware of when you come to Villa Bonita is that the spacious units like ours are located on the third floor, which is an easy walk up with low wooden stairs.

You won't have far to walk, though because our condo is right next to the children's fenced play area, with a large playscape, and plenty of room to kick around a soccer ball or play frisbee. There is ample parking right in front of our condo, so it is easy to load and unload all the important vacation stuff! Villa Bonita looks out to the new pool and jacuzzi but is situated in a way that is also very private. One unique feature of Bahia Mar, the property where we are located, is that it has a large deck that runs along the beachfront with comfy sofas and deck chairs, which are perfect for watching the sunrise or the waves roll in. Villa Bonita is about 200 feet from the beach, so it is easy to enjoy everything this newly renovated property has to offer.

Please, no renters under age 25. We are are not a spring break property for college students.

This property is registered with the City of South Padre Island. Permit # 2023-2187.

Property manager

Elizabeth Salinas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Tennis on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 9 min walk
  • South Padre Island Beach - 10 min walk
  • Laguna Madre Nature Trail - 15 min walk
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 17 min walk
  • South Padre Bayside Beach - 19 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - South Padre Island - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Sea Turtle Inc and South Padre Island Beach. South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Andy Bowie Park are also within 15 minutes.

Family & pet friendly, beach house style condo on the sunny Gulf of Mexico shore Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We loved staying at this cozy condo. My family of 8 slept comfortably. Each room had clean sheets and a restroom. One of the toilets on the lower level did take a while to flush , but other than that not a bad thing to say.I loved all the amenities offered during my stay. Thank you for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Diana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros- cheaper than most condos and pool was very nice and walking distance to beach. Condo provided beach items which was also nice. Cons- the place was a lil outdated and needed some repairs to the restroom and upstair bedroom walls. Kitchen sink had a leak. The host phone number was no longer in service and wasn’t able to contact her. Upstairs room needs a lil more tlc. Vents need cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A walk to the beach
Host responsive to questions and concerns. Property is in a good location for restaurants and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
The property was wonderful. The beach was clean, the pools were never over crowded. We had 6 people in the condo and it was plenty spacious we didn’t feel like we were on top of each other. The beds were very comfortable. Having 3 showers was a very nice bonus. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kary C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location
We have stayed at the Bahia mar every year in other properties. This one was subpar compared to the other ones. Dryer didn’t dry, fridge wasn’t cold enough and the unit had lots of outdated features: cabinets, cookware was rusty, and the grill was extremely dirty. Bathrooms were an issue, low water pressure. The resort is great, pools are awesome and customer service from management was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy vacay stay 🏖️💜
Our stay went extremely well. Although it was short we enjoyed the comfy family oriented stay. Everything we needed was there for us. So thank you for a great ending to our vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Great communication! Great views and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location awesome view of beach
Awesome location walking distance to the beach very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for our short family trip. The home was well stocked. The owner generous with their property and had no issues with check it or our stay. We will definitely look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

A B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location and easy access to beach
Host provided great instruction. Property was clean and very convenient to the beach. Pool access was great, however, it closes at 10P. Condo was a bit dated. Security gate helped us few more secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Maria L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice view but lots of failures.
Great location and great view but I had a lot of problems. first, when arriving to the condo the floor was really dirty and the place was dusty. Then I went to brush my teeth, there was toothpaste around the sink from the last visitors. Also, some of the towels where really dirty and ripped. The microwave wasn’t working, it never got fixed or replaced. Then the shower knob on one of the shower stop working which cause our water to be turn off. We where without water for about 15hrs. Until the problem got fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant
with the initial hiccup of not having the room key readily accessible ( it was not in the lockbox) Which resulted in a trip to the main gate to pick up of the key and not having a ramp to easily roll the cart to the beach the rest of the stay was VERY uneventful. The access to the pool was easy and the pool area and water was consistently free of debris and clean. The room air conditioner, dishwasher, refrigerator were 100% functional however, the toilet handles were hard to operate. In closing, ALL five people in the party WOULD DEFINITELY return next year and HIGHLY recommend your facility to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe P.

Cool a/c living space comfortable
The microwave didn’t work at all the water pressure was low toilet water didn’t flush screen doors were not properly installed the mattress down stairs all four were hard too firm master bedroom was good we adjusted and were able to enjoy our stay at the pool and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhona Harris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach location
The condo was nice and just a described. The location was convenient to everything we did, especially the beach. The owner provided some beach equipment which was nice. The only problem we had was with the toilets. They was different, but when we worked with them and learned the tricks it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family spot
This was just what we needed. Plenty of room for the 8 of us to spread out, close to the pool and beach. Plenty of places to eat close to the Bahia Mar resort on the north end of the island. Loved it. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Condo
The place needs a deep cleaning, and the upstairs bedroom did not have a closet, it had a lock on it, the balcony are small and needed cleaning, put was a nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amy L., Winter Springs, FL

Great location and good price but outdated and needs some TLC
Owner very responsive until the last day when I couldn’t figure out the Wi-Fi (neither of the two passwords provided worked) but I survived without it lol I would say great location, nice pool, nice beach access- walking distance to Clayton’s Beach Bar- BUT the unit looks much nicer in the pictures- needs a fresh coat of paint BADLY and a good scrubbing. Upstairs toilet barely flushes and pretty sure the upstairs bedroom has some mold issues around the window opening. Great price though for a beach unit but you get what you pay for!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The condo and location is perfect! The host was responsive and helpful. As noted on the posts it is on the 3rd floor so just keep that in mind but it was not a big deal for our group. The beach was a short walk away and the pool was even closer. You can see both from the balcony. We rented chairs and a canopy through the condo and it was worth it to not have to bring things to the beach and set it up. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will definitely consider this property for a future stay.
Really nice condo with all the necessities you need. Upon arriving, climbing the stairs to the third floor might be a hassle, but hey, you get to be the top apt with the best balcony view. If you have family on the pool, you can keep an eye on them by the balcony. Apt is very well kept, providing towels in every shower (3), tvs in every bedroom, plus in the living room. Has all the needed cooking pans for every type of meal you want to cook. It provides beach chairs, with toys, a foldable shade, plus a rolling ice cooler. It takes around 1 minute to walk to the pool and another 2 to get to the beach. Overall this apt is at its best for its price, will definitely consider this apt for a future stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Connie T.

Okay place to stay.
Good communication with the owner. Felt it could have been cleaner. Balconies were only big enough for 2 people. Location was good - near the pool & beach & close to nearby bars/restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Padre
The pics are exactly what the condo has. Best location. Great space to be together, yet spread out. Loved our time there! Would totally book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Norman S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is a 3rd story place with no elevators. Really tough going up and down the stairs. Otherwise everything was awesome 😎
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Sara O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very very very dirty
The property was a great location near the ocean. The hot tub was great, pool was ice cold, and no bathrooms by the pool. The condo itself, had mold in the windows, it was definitely not clean whatsoever, the sheets on beds were dirty, the celing fans had a layer of dust on them, cabinets falling apart and found animal droppings in a few of them, all the screens to the balconies were torn or non existstant. Just overall very outdated and dingy. The Wi-Fi name and password were inaccurate on vrbo listing, emails from owner, and on paperwork in condo. Dryer took 2 days to work and owner didn’t respond to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B., Pittsburg MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Spi
Great location great time
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Would definitely stay here again. Great location that’s close to bars, restaurants, souvenirs! Property is beautiful and just a few steps from pool and beach! Has literally everything you need in the condo and lots of room for all 6 of us who came. Clean, comfy, and cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022