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Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway

Unwind on island time at this unique 5-bedroom haven surrounded by lush greenery. Enjoy refreshing dips in the sparkling swimming pool or simply relax with loved ones.

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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.*

Property manager

Roccy and Diann Raymond

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking Rule is STRICTLY enforced

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Golf nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Horse riding 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Miscellaneous

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Pets require approval. $100 cleaning fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High Chair & Pack n' Play provided by Owner

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Keep Calm Countdown to Vacation 7 Nights With 6 Paid
Keep Calm and Countdown to Vacation South Padre Island
Keep Calm and Countdown to Vacation Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 3 min walk
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive
  • Laguna Madre Nature Trail - 4 min drive
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Laguna BOB - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway located?

This family-friendly South Padre Island vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. Gravity Park and Sea Turtle Inc are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Gulfside Gathering Place: Your Ideal Coastal Getaway Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mothers Day Weekend Beach Trip
The house was perfect for all 17 of us , the online description is spot on . Perfect walking distance to the beach, shops and our favorite eatery at the Palms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROSALINDA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best beach house
property was so amazing; we had a wonderful time! House had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Stay Yet
Our annual pilgrimage to SPI was the best this year that we've ever had. Thanks to Roccy & Dianne for a great place. Lots of space, great entertainment and all the amenities we could have asked for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary celebration
Beautifully decorated and close to the beach. Heated pool was nice to warm up in.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roland M., Gonzales, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Condominium in South Padre
Very nice condominium with all the conveniences less than one block from the beach. Really enjoyed the pool and having chairs, wagons, and umbrellas for the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Mankato MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stay
My family and I spent our holiday vacation at your golf side gathering place. The home was everything we hoped it would be. Accommodations were great and suited the 13 of us very well. We would definitely consider booking this home again in the future. Thank you.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROCHELLE H., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setup for families of teens
The downstairs game room with a large bedroom and living space was amazing for our teens to enjoy while the parents/adults could still quietly watch a movie upstairs. LOVED the large dining table with enough room to fit our entire group for our big family meals! Super convenient access to the beach with all the supplies you could need! Beds are also super comfortable. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
This rental is perfect for our family, The pool, game room, kitchen, living areas and just a short walk to the beach . We love this house and will be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Stunning
This house is absolutely beautiful and accommodated our family. They provide absolutely everything you can possibly think of. Definitely will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect House
This house was PERFECT for our group! The kitchen has everything you would need for preparing meals AND they provide basically any and all beach equipment you would need. I will definitely book this house again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Letha Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
This place was just as advertised and is absolutely gorgeous. The pool was so nice and it is an easy walk to the beach. They provide every kind of chair, toy, umbrella, wagon etc that you could possibly need for the beach. We will definitely stay here again wen we go to SPI.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thao E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Equipped Beach House!
My family of 16 stayed loved every moment of this beach house. It had everything we needed and more! Our toddlers had fun with beach/pool toys, the adults loved the pool/football table and darts. Our family enjoyed the heated pool and the different amenities. The hosts were very communicative throughout the whole booking. We will definitely stay at this beach house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family 2023
Great house, everything you needed..close to everything. Grandkids loved loved pool. Had red flags so am glad they could at least swim in pool
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best island home to date!
My family and I enjoy renting properties on the island regularly and I must say, this home is definitely top 3! The layout of the home is conventional , the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need, beds are extremely comfortable and the garage is filled with toys, tents and chairs! We will be renting this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma B., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again
Overall it was a comfortable and clean home. It was close to the beach. There was plenty of room for my family of 16. Kids had fun in the game room, it was well equipped with everything we needed. The only thing that I would change is that the pool was too warm during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top notch and just like home!
When you are traveling from a far distance to a place you have never been and want to feel like you are home then this is the perfect place for you! The home was extrememly clean, well organized and comfortable! The home is filled with everything you need for entertaining, going to the beach and relaxing by the pool. The walk to the beach was a breeze and you are centrally located which makes it easy to got to restaurants and activities. After check out on our way to the airport our flight was cancelled and delayed for 2 days, I called to see of we were able to extend our stay and without hesitation they graciously extended our stay! By far the best experience I have had with any rental property! Thank you for making our trip so amazing and stressless!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star
From the moment we arrived to this property it was top in its class. The home was beautiful, immaculate, and had all the amenities one would need. It was very spacious and was meticulously put together. The owner promised a 5 star experience and they delivered. The pool was just right for cool evenings and the beach was five minutes away from the property. There is no doubt we would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house for groups
This house is great for a large family or groups of friends. We were 4 families that stayed in the house. The kids had great fun in the game room. The WiFi worked wonderfully especially with EVERYONE on their devices. The pool was small for us but we were just grateful to have this great house with a pool. We all agree that this house was AWESOME.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

lahoma p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Mother’s Day retreat ever! Felt like “Home!”
The house is huge!… it takes some getting use to the stairs and the little step ups/downs. Having a bathroom outside was helpful for relaxing by the pool. The Game room was a nice addition considering we had some rainy nights we were well entertained The umbrellas provided the perfect amount of shade over the pool . Very quiet street and quiet neighbors ! Will definitely be back again!!! So hard to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceedingly above our expectations
My family and i visit Padre every year, the previous years we always have some sort of issues with our rental property, but not this one! The house is massive and there is plenty of room for everyone! There wasn’t a single thing we needed that the home didn't have available. It’s conveniently a block away from the beach. We loved all of the bathrooms! I will say, be very careful on the stairs at the front door, they are tile and no-grip shoes slide easily. The views were beautiful! Loved the pool and the umbrellas were great for a break from the sun. I cannot brag on this property anymore! I hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
The amenities and location were great! The house had everything we needed. Only disappointment was the floor in the basement was dirty. We were very intentional about removing shoes in the garage yet our feet were visibly dirty when walking on basement floor and there were a few pieces of food stuck to the floor. I took pictures of food and dirty feet to share with the owner but I contacted them, they said it had been cleaned. Didn't seem worth my time to argue so we let it go. It's a pretty significant cleaning fee so I had higher expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best rental's we've ever stayed in!
I've stayed in many rentals all over the country and I have to say, this rental home might be the best. I had high expectations just based on the reviews but this exceeded them. First off, my mom and I are clean freaks/germophobes and we were amazed at how clean the entire home was. Everything down to the baseboards, windowsills, and the platforms that the mattresses are on didnt have a speck of dust or dirt on them. Even the garage was spotless! Secondly, the surplus of beach chairs, 2 beach wagons, coolers, an umbrella, and an endless amount of beach/sand toys made our stay so much less of a hassle that we didnt have to bring any of that ourselves. The home was so big, all of the beds were so comfortable, the game room was so much fun to hang out in, and the pool was so much fun for night swims after the beach. We had one very minor issue with the tv and it was resolved immediately after I texted one of the reps. Other than that everything was perfect, no one in our group of 10 had a single complaint. We already agreed that when we go back to Padre, this is where we are staying! You can tell the owners of the property really care about their place and their visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving w/ the Family on the Island
This is one of the best rentals on the island! My wife and I have been coming to the island for a week in the summer and a week at Thanksgiving since 2011 and we have stayed in hotels, condos and private homes from Los Corales to the Sapphire. In all our trips, this was our best experience. The home was immaculately clean, and so well appointed/supplied that we did not need most of the items we typically bring. The kitchen had every utensil, pot, pan, mixing bowl, rice cooker, indoor grill, and everything you could need. It was high quality too, like what you would use at home and not usually supplied in a rental. The attention to detail was noticeable. We’ve stayed at places with game rooms before where the pool table was missing balls or the cues did not have tips or other items were missing rendering the amenities unusable and disappointing. Not here! Everything was ready for us in pristine condition and there was even a fresh piece of chalk for the dart scoreboard. There were so many beach chairs and other items supplied for us in the well organized garage that you could really accommodate everyone in your group. Wagons were supplied to carry your items the short way to the beach access conveniently located a few steps down the street. Finally, the owners and property managers were solicitous, welcoming and went out of their way to make sure everything was the way we wanted. Beautiful clean house with comfortable beds. Can’t say enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

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