Summary:
*Gulfview II Complex is easy walk to beach and has private beach access.
*Fun & Large Pool + community multiple BBQ pits area free to guests / heated hot tub
*4th floor unit - There is an elevator in building + WiFi in condo
*While not a full remodel - clean & super functional
*2 beds in bedroom, pull out couch, + provided airbed to allow up to 6 people
*Fully equipped kitchen for easy meal prep + saves you money
IMPORTANT: You must read & agree to all house rules prior to booking.
The Space:
Gulfview II a small walk to beach condo complex located on the South End of South Padre Island. The south end of the Island is where all the entertainment is located. The south end is also great as it helps you avoid busy weekend traffic delays.
This property is walking distance to the new Holiday Inn Beach Resort that has 2 restaurants open to public, as well as next door is Beach Park SPI, formerly known as Schlitterbahn Waterpark
While Gulfview II (and it's sister property Gulfview I) are not beachfront, there is an EZ beach access located due north of the Holiday Inn that is convenient and totally walkable with a wagon with your beach gear.
Gulfview has arguably the best pool area not on the beach, while the pool is not heated the hot tub is. It also has about half a dozen built in BBQ charcoal grills that are first come/first serve use right off the pool with a shaded dining area with plenty of picnic tables. This is one of the main reasons guests love this property.
The condo itself is on the 4th floor and the property does have an elevator. While the condo is not a brand new renovation - we think you will really like it - it is super clean and functional in every way. The kitchen has all the basic amenities you will need for quick meal preps for your family.
While we allow up to 6 guests, understand this space really isn't adequate for 6 adults. A couple with kids it is perfect for however. or a small group of friends that don't mind sharing a bedroom. The pull out couch in living room does allow for more space than just the 2 double beds in the 1 bedroom, FYI
We do provide a double sized airbed with pump, though please bring extra bedding if you do want to use it. There is a very small private patio with 2 chairs though it doesn't afford a superb view.
Please note we do have unit 410 right next door if you have friends or family that want to join!
Condo has smart TVS for your app/accounts to wind down to movies after a long day at the beach.
While we have the best available Internet/wifi from spectrum they are the only provider on the island and up time and coverage can be spotty at times we want you to be aware of that
If you can't find the network name SouthPadreTrips it's usually means we had a power outage and when the power comes back on It typically defaults the router to the factory network name and password, which is located on a sticker on top of the router.
Generally, if you reboot the router by unplugging it for a few minutes and plugging it back in it will pop up
*Free Parking Off Street
Complex has an elevator so you don't have to climb stairs unless desired. Community use laundry area for the complex. There is (1) provided off street parking space.
While we allow up to 6 people, we feel the space is adequate for a couple with kids. There are 2 double beds plus a pull out couch as well as a double sized airbed and pump we provide. Please bring extra bedding if you plan to use the airbed.
We provide linens & towels, but do not provide beach towels. Kitchen has all the utensils, dishes, etc. For stays over 4 nights, we do provide complimentary towel & linen exchange at our office South Padre Trips at 2600 Padre Blvd across street from water towel on main blvd.
For work, there is high speed WiFI in unit as well as counter to work off of.
Gulfview II is superior to Gulfview I as they do not charge for wristband deposits...however....
Please note: The security wristband fee that is required is $25 per person. It is fully refundable.
That is due prior to check-in. They have to return the wristbands and the parking permit to our office to receive the refund if they cannot leave it in the unit
Office is 2600 Padre blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597 across street from Kraken bar
We do have a drop box if after hours. You must return the parking permit and all wristbands to receive a refund. Anything missing will be charged $25 for each missing item.
During March and Easter weekend The wristband fees are completely nonrefundable. They also are not optional. Alternatively, if you don't wish to pay us, you can pay Security direct in all Cash and the security bands actually cost more if you do it that way, but that's up to you as a guest. it's not our fee.
It is important to read & agree to all house rules prior to booking. Message us questions prior to booking, not after.
Please message me for our active military as well as off season discounts Sept 2 to Dec 22nd
Please note:
This property and listing does require a few things after the booking is made on Airbnb:
1.) You must additionally assure against damages by either agreeing to pay a 1 time $59 damage coverage protection plan fee (not refundable) to assure against damages
OR
You may choose to do a fully refundable $500 damage deposit. You must do one or the other to book this property and stay here
We bill for either via the Airbnb resolution center prior to arrival. Again, these are fully disclosed for guest convenience as many HOAs are very strict on coverage plans.
Our listing again, REQUIRES that the primary tenant is 25 years of age or older to book & must be present at check in. You MUST contact us prior to booking if you are not 25 - no exceptions - though it IS POSSIBLE sometimes with additional requirements.
2.) Please take note we do require an E sign rental agreement with an attached photo ID after booking is made, We require to maintain our City of South Padre Island Rental License a signed rental agreement you may esign by docusign prior to arrival to be checked in with door code therefore you must provide your email address. You must attach a pic of your photo ID OR upload to Airbnb messaging to age verify as 25 years of age or older. If you are not 25, we do NOT allow you to book unless you contact us first :) though it may be possible with additional requirements
Please contact us prior to making a reservation not after about these stipulations above as we have a strict cancel policy. We are fully disclosing this prior to booking and require all guests to read and agree to all house rules as well as submit a docusign rental agreement contract with a pic of your photo ID to age verify. This is not optional
City of South Padre Short Term Rental Permit number available upon request.
HOA does not allow pets
Thank you so much for considering our cute little walk to beach condo!
Guest Access:
Property has a smart wifi lock. We do issue a code. Upon check in you will notice wristbands for your use of pool Please return them to kitchen counter along with parking permit or the HOA charges us, and we then charge you $25 per missing band.
While we have the best available Internet/wifi from spectrum they are the only provider on the island and up time and coverage can be spotty at times we want you to be aware of that
If you can't find the network name SouthPadreTrips it's usually means we had a power outage and when the power comes back on It typically defaults the router to the factory network name and password, which is located on a sticker on top of the router.
Generally, if you reboot the router by unplugging it for a few minutes and plugging it back in it will pop up
The Neighborhood:
walk to beach. Very near new Holiday Inn Beach resort and Beach Park SPI Water Park
Getting Around:
Walk to Inter modal transit center on South Padre Island to grab the FREE Island Transit tourist buses that run daily free of charge from about 8 am to 7 pm
Other Things to Note:
Important to read and agree to ALL house rules section prior to booking. If you have questions about policies or fees please message us PRIOR to booking not after, many thanks.
Please note: in the months of March and Easter weekend, the property charges a non refundable fee of $25 + 17% tax on condo security wristband fees. This is a HOA fee and NOT our fee. You can buy them in cash from security OR if you wish to use a credit card, we can pre collect this money from you and get them on your behalf. Again, this is for anyone ages 10 years of age to 32 years of age. Thank you
Interaction with Guests:
we operate a public office as South Padre Trips 2600 Padre blvd south padre island TX 78597 if needed.
