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Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Padre Island

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, video games
Children's area
Beach nearby
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom718 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Packery Channel
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Corpus Christi

Seaside stay .A stay at this Padre Island vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Whitecap Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Padre Balli Park. North Padre Island Beach and Bob Hall Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Packery Channel - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Padre Balli Park - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 27 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Palma - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok

Imagine waking up to the smell of salt air, grabbing your coffee, and strolling to the shore in under 5 minutes. At A Shore Thing in Smugglers Cove, every day feels like vacation the moment you step outside. Whether you are new to North Padre Island or have been enjoying it for years, you are guaranteed to make some great memories at A Shore Thing.

⭐️Why Guests Keep Coming Back⭐️
✅Unbeatable Location – Leave the car, walk to the beach, restaurants, fishing and fun
✅Resort Vibes – Year round heated pool, splash pad, pirate ship playground, tiki huts, BBQ grills
✅Family-Friendly Fun – Pac-Man arcade, bunk beds for the kids, big comfy sectional for movie nights
✅Fully Stocked Kitchen – Keurig + drip coffee maker, cookware, dishes & utensils
✅Parking Made Easy – 2 reserved spots right outside your door making unloading groceries a breeze

🛏 Sleeps 6 Comfortably
• Master Bedroom: King bed + private fenced patio for your morning coffee
• Hallway Nook: Twin-over-twin bunks (kids love these!)
• Living Room: Full sleeper sofa
• Bathroom: Walk-in shower

🐾 Bring Your Pups – Up to 2 dogs, no weight limit (fees apply)

🌴 All the Extras You Need
• Generous upply of toiletries & kitchen basics so you can hit the beach right away
• Fresh linens, bath towels, and washer/dryer in unit
• Free private Wi-Fi
• Exterior security camera for peace of mind (no indoor cameras)
• Boogie boards, wagon and skim board for your convenience

📍 Adventure at Your Doorstep
• Mini golf, pier fishing – 5 min
• Mustang Island State Park – 7 mi
• Padre Island National Seashore – 15 mi
• Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 mi
• USS Lexington & Texas State Aquarium – 26 mi

💡 Popular Dates Fill Fast – especially for weekends and holidays. Lock in your stay at A Shore Thing before someone else grabs your spot!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Splash pad
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 718 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.2 mi (31-min drive) away from the Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Whitecap Beach and 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from North Padre Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok to downtown Corpus Christi?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi away from Corpus Christi.

Reviews

Walk to the Beach! Fishing! Pool, Pirate Ship Playground, Splash pad + Pets Ok Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jack is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jade e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

We've stayed at this little resort before with a different host, but this time was the best experience yet. The place was super clean, check-in and check-out were so easy, and we felt genuinely welcomed. The Pac-Man machine was a fun bonus. Our daughter loves the playground ship, and the convenience of the restroom right by the pool is a huge plus. The pool is perfect for kids—she especially loves the water bucket feature! With the beach just around the corner, everything is easy and fun. She's already asking if we can go back for her birthday—and honestly, I am too. So glad we booked this spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025