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Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach

Marlin Arms Condominiums #9

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Soak up breathtaking vistas and mesmerizing sunsets at this bayfront condo. Your bayfront retreat is in a prime location for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Bring your own boat, or book a charter from Danny B’s Fishing Charters -- located 280 feet away -- to experience some of the finest fishing on the Texas coast. The beach is also a 7-minute walk from your condo. Spend sunny days along the Gulf of Mexico building sandcastles, lounging on the shore, or swimming in the surf. The Marlin Arms is also conveniently located within walking distance of some of South Padre’s most iconic eateries and attractions, including Louie’s Backyard and Gravity Park. Take a dip in the shared pool open year-round, which boasts its own panoramic views of the Laguna Madre Bay. This complex also offers its own private fishing dock and boat slip.

The bright and airy living room is furnished with a sofa and a sleeper sofa. Watch your favorite shows on the 44” cable TV. Granite countertops glisten in the kitchen, equipped with a full suite of appliances. As dinner simmers on the stovetop, sip on a crisp drink at the kitchen bar with seating. When you’re ready to eat, gather around the dining table together.

THINGS TO KNOW
As you arrive, please visit the Vacasa office to retrieve your parking permit and gate key before going to your rental.
City/town permit number2023-1243

**** Please note, Texas weather brings pesky insects, and while we strive to ensure your stay is as pleasurable as possible, we are not able to control the elements that attract insects to the outdoor/indoor areas. All properties do utilize pest control maintenance regularly, BUT this does not guarantee pests or bugs will not be visible.
** The host does not always guarantee stable wifi services during your stay. This may also affect television streaming services.

NO PARTY POLICY: This home maintains a strict no-party and no-spring break policy. Our local South Padre Island team monitors compliance with our rental policies and responds promptly to any complaints from neighbors. If any guests are found to violate these rental policies, it will result in eviction without a refund. If you have any questions or concerns about your compliance, please get in touch with us right away so we can ensure you have a safe and happy vacation.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 3.

Dock details: For loading and unloading passengers. Not able to tie up a boat.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,224 square feet

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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 10:00 AM

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 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

Property is also known as

58689

About the neighborhood

Map
South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • Gravity Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Padre Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isla Blanca Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laguna BOB - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. Isla Blanca Beach and Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Bay-view all-suite condo with pool & fishing dock - walk to beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

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

Vacation Getaway

Enjoyed the overall location. Restaurants and bars were within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jose Miguel R.

Great location

Big spacious condo,very convenient to everything. Fireworks so near over the bay and next to the entertainment district. Other than the parking it's a great stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Shauna K.

Pool, fishing and fireworks

I enjoyed seeing sunset from bayside pool, fishing dock with green fishing light and fish cleaning station. Outdoor grill and seating as well as spacious interior and adsigned parking spot in the heart of the entertainment district.
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10/10 Excellent

Lana S.

SPI weekend

The location was great, beds were comfortable & the shower water pressure was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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4/10 Poor

christian q.

Too many issues

We found a cockroach infestation, there are ants all inside the apartment. One TV does not turn on, another cannot have the volume turned up. One bathroom sink is clogged.

10/10 Excellent

Miguel R., Brownsville

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

Fun, great location

2nd time staying in this particular condo. Very satisfied with location and allowing me to dock boat in one of their boat slips. Close to entertainment district.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Charles R.

Below Avg

Vacasa has 4pm check in and 10qm check out .. unacceptable..industry is getting worse each year and we pay more to get less each year.. no early check in option although the unit was not rented.. no electricity in restroom.. carpet in bedrooms are old and dirty although the unit layout is great .. dated and not kept up .. would expect more from a corporate entity like Vacasa considering the way they continue to gouge their customers
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location and space

We chose this because of it's proximity to the bay and the surrounding restaurants and venues. It did not disappoint. The only issue we had was with the gate, however we figured out how to finally open it! It was a great stay and we will be looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

SCOTT W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Worked Out Good

Property is older but clean. Definitely could use some basic maintenance. Views from pool are great. Close to everything. 4 blocks from beach. Overall a great value compared to staying at a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Sara A., Willis

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

Great Location

Love almost everything about this place. Great pool,pier, and close to walk to almost everything!!!! BUT the BEDS!!! They are like BRICKS!!! I think sleeping on the floor might have been better! After the furst night my back was hurting. By the time I left could not move or walk. The whole group was having back problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

David E.

Water not working construction noise

Water was not working for hours without a notice...then jackhammers noise from 7am till 5pm also no notice of construction...was not the vacation I was looking for we left early due to no water...I usually book with vacasa but this trip was ruined so I rate this trip 1 star

4/10 Poor

Michael B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Value But Beware

Elevator to 3d floor did not work, so it's a walk up. Pool is nasty with mold and mildew and stagnant water. Fridge in the condo smelled of fish so we couldn't use the fridge or freezer and had to go get coolers to keep our stuff cold. Unit was not maintained as towel rods were missing and on the floor, vacuuming was incomplete and cigars were left on the balcony. Not a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time Winter Texan

My wife and I really enjoyed our month long stay in this property. The property is nice and big with two bedrooms and three bathrooms. We have been wintering in Florida and last year in Hawaii, but this year decided to try South Padre Island. We were not disappointed. We had a minor glitch at the beginning as we were checking in on a Sunday. There was supposed to be a packet with our parking passes and the key to the front door of the complex in a lock box by the office. When we got there there was no packet, however, after a couple of phone calls, a gentleman showed up within 15 minutes and gave us a key and our parking passes. The only other minor problem was the sliding glass door in the common area was broken on the track. It was very difficult to open and shut down. These little problems were offset by the great location by wonderful restaurants and bars. We spent almost every night down on the dock which is just a outside the back door overlooking to be and the beautiful sunsets. We have already signed up again for next year.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

ANNE B.

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

Bay Condo

This is a great condo. Perfect for 4. Bedrooms are roomy with private baths. It is on the 3rd floor, so if you don't mind stairs. There is an elevator and it works when someone hasn't flipped the held switch on the 2nd floor. The reason I can't give this condo a 5 star rating is the management company. Although responsive to all of our communications quickly, there were some issues that were not dealt with. When we arrived, there was a bedroom light that we were unable to turn on and the thermostat was blinking that it needed a new battery, and an outlet in the kitchen didn't work. We informed the management company, they came out and were told a maintenance person would come to fix but never did. We had batteries with us, so we changed them. The gate lock jammed one day and we couldn't get in, we texted and were asked if we were putting in the right number, we were, still jammed, said they would send someone and let us know, we went to Louie's to wait, don't know who fixed it. We loved the area so we extended our stay. On our original day of departure, we went to the beach, upon our return to the condo, we were unable to enter, the door lock code had changed. We weren't notified of this change. When we reached out to the management company, they gave us a new code, didn't work. Several attempts at new codes didn't work, we were very frustrated, and wet from the beach and decided to wait out our time at Louie's until they could get us in the condo. After over an hour, we were told we could get in with a new code. We went back to the condo and no. They informed us that they would have the local home care team contact us. Now we had 2 people texting us numbers to try. None worked. At this point we were frustrated and wanted to talk to someone. We tried to call but our anticipated wait time was long. So we texted and said that we wanted to speak to a person. When they called us the individual said he would be over with a key. He showed up 15 minutes later. When we explained the situation and all that had transpired, we were given excuses as to why it was not his fault. To be fair in my review, this condo really is great, but there are some issues. 1 burner on the stove doesn't work, 2 outlets in the kitchen don't work, in the west bedroom you can only turn on one lamp and there is no where to plug in charges in this bedroom. The showers in the private baths are small. If the outlet in living room doesn't work, turn the light switch on, it will then.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Santiago

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Lisa G.

Marlin Arms

This condo was immaculate, nicely decorated and spacious. The three balconies and three full baths were great. Very convenient, within walking distance of anything you might need. It did seem like there was a ton of construction going on all around the condo and it was loud. Every time the elevator was used, you could hear it run and clearly hear the door open and close. Otherwise a great condo. Minus the noise issues, it would definitely be a 5 star stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good

Tammy C.

Great family vacation

Loved the scenery and the location of the condo. It was very beautiful and exceeded my expectations.
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8/10 Good

Alvie V.

Room with a Dock

We loved the spacious bedrooms and having 3 bathrooms. Having a lighted dock for night time fishing was GREAT and being in walking distance of all the night life too! There were not enough towels for our length of stay and couldn’t wash because the dryer was broken and there were no covers for the pullout. We weren’t given the gate code to get in the building and had a hard time reaching anyone when we arrived and had to wait for someone coming out to let us in. The kitchen had was adequately supplied for our cooking. The beach is not really walking distance when you have things to take. Overall we had a GREAT stay! Enjoyed walking to some of the restaurants ,watching the boats and fireworks at night, listening to the music around, and catching fish off the dock.

10/10 Excellent

ismael l.

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

Marlin Arms fireworks blast.

We thought room was beautiful. The whole property is in a great location. Next to all the buzz on the bay. The only pain is the combo locks. Pool is clean. One burner on stove did not work and the toilets are extremely low flow. Alot of rust on side of refrigerator. All in all I would stay here again. Probably in november.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Christian G.

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

Nice locations

Bay side . Easy access to restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Condo

Little trouble with the lock box -which had been vandalized. Need a few more towels for 4 people staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN B., ROCKSPRINGS

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

Great Trip

The rental was close to very good places to eat and drink, had a awesome fire work show in back yard. Family loved the place..
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

4 night stay

The condo was awesome! Pretty good view of the water too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Tiana M.

Great spot in South 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: Nice and very clean! This spot was a perfect location for a couples trip. I’ll be back again next time I’m in the area!