Family Condo - Pool, Jacuzzi & BBQ - Walk to Beach
Family Condo - Pool, Jacuzzi & BBQ - Walk to Beach
Not every family needs to pay beachfront prices to get a great South Padre Island vacation — and Gulfpoint proves it.
This third-floor, two-bedroom, two-bath condo gives you a full roster of resort amenities at a fraction of the cost of staying on the sand: a large pool, heated jacuzzi, charcoal BBQ pits with shade, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness room, a playground, a game room, a soccer practice field, and a picnic area — all within the complex.
The patio off the living room overlooks the pool, so you can keep an eye on the kids from your chair while you enjoy a coffee or a margarita.
The beach is a short walk away — a few blocks to a public access point (all South Padre Island beaches are free and open to the public). We recommend grabbing a large beach wagon to make the haul easy.
Gulfpoint 1303 is known among our guests for two things: how easy it is to unload (the elevator takes you straight up from the covered gated parking, no stairs required), and the larger-than-average square footage that gives families real breathing room.
The open floor plan flows from the kitchen through the vaulted living area and out to the patio, which makes the condo feel even more spacious than it is.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed for home-cooked meals — pots, pans, dishes, utensils — and the bar counter has stools that work equally well for casual family breakfasts or a quick laptop session if work calls.
The living room has a new smart TV plus a collection of board games for a proper unplugged family game night.
High-speed WiFi and a washer and dryer are both included. One honest heads-up: island internet runs on Spectrum and occasionally goes down, so have a hotspot-enabled phone handy if you have truly critical work to complete.
All hard-surface tile floors run throughout — a practical choice for allergy-sensitive guests and sandy feet alike.
SLEEPING (Up to 8 Guests)
The primary bedroom has a queen bed with an en-suite tub and shower combo. The washer and dryer is tucked off that bathroom, keeping it out of the main living areas. A flat-screen smart TV is in this bedroom as well.
The guest bedroom is set up generously for families: two full-size beds, plus a rollaway twin stored in the closet, and a smart TV. For additional guests, an air bed with pump is provided, and there’s the living room couch.
Maximum occupancy is 8 guests including children and infants. Clean, crisp linens, sheets, and towels are provided for all standard beds. If you plan to use the rollaway, air bed, or couch, please bring your own bedding for those.
RESORT AMENITIES
This is where Gulfpoint stands apart from most condos in the price range:
Large pool
Heated jacuzzi
Charcoal BBQ pits with shaded picnic areas (our most-mentioned amenity in guest reviews)
Tennis courts (also configured for pickleball)
Fitness room
Playground
Game room
Soccer practice field
Secure covered gated parking — 2 spaces included
BBQ use is first-come, first-served. Bring your own charcoal.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Gulfpoint sits on the quiet, family-focused south end of South Padre Island. Within three city blocks you’ll find Sea Ranch for fine dining in the marina, Mahi Nic’s for the best fish tacos on the Island, and Dirty Al’s for fresh shrimp that regulars swear by.
About five blocks out is Beach Park SPI — the former Schlitterbahn waterpark — and since parking there is free, we recommend driving.
Margaritaville and the Landshark Grill are also about three city blocks away, reachable by beach or street. For larger groups, we manage additional units in the same complex — just reach out if your group exceeds 8.
PARKING
Two covered, gated, off-street parking spaces are included. There are no additional guest spots available within the complex. Street parking along Padre Blvd is sometimes available for a second vehicle.
WRISTBAND FEE — PLEASE READ
Gulfpoint has an HOA-required property and security wristband fee of $35 per person, collected at check-in. This is not our fee — it goes directly to the complex.
During March spring break and Easter week, the fee rises to $40 per person (non-refundable). We pre-collect this for your convenience, or you can pay the security team in cash if you arrive between 3–5 PM, though that will slow down check-in.
DISCOUNTS — JUST ASK
We offer reduced rates for: off-season stays (September 15 – December 15), stays of 5 nights or more, stays of 21+ nights, veterans and active military, and current Texas tackle football coaches (our sons play for Lake Travis in Austin — Go Cavs!). Send a message and ask.
IMPORTANT NOTES
This condo is clean and completely functional — it’s not a brand-new luxury remodel, and we want that expectation set correctly so your stay exceeds it. The beach is a few blocks away, not a two-minute stroll.
The complex is wonderful for kids and teens with everything there is to do on-site. The pool officially closes at 9 PM, though quiet guests are typically welcome to linger a little longer.
Up to 2 pets are allowed with a $75-per-pet fee — please inquire before booking for full pet rules.
POLICIES
Primary guest must be 23 or older (guests under 23 considered with prior approval and a refundable damage deposit).
A signed digital rental agreement and valid photo ID are required before check-in. No smoking, no parties, no loud music — no exceptions. Quiet time begins at 9 PM.
SELF CHECK-IN & MANAGEMENT
Professionally managed by South Padre Trips — the #1 reviewed vacation rental company on South Padre Island. Door codes are sent by text by 3 PM on your arrival day.
The office is at 2600 Padre Blvd, and phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Starter toiletries and cleaning supplies are provided but not replenished. Clean linens and bath towels are included. For stays of 3 nights or more, complimentary linen and towel exchange is available at the South Padre Trips office.
City STR license on file, in good standing, and available upon request.
Gulfpoint Condos, Unit 1303 | 200 Padre Blvd | South Padre Island, TX 78597
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What Our Guests Are Saying
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Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back! The place was clean, comfortable, and just the right size for my friend and me. The bed was super comfy, and we loved the location and the privacy of the property. Communication was generally quick and clear, although we were initially given the wrong gate code. I also tried calling a few times but wasn’t able to get through. The messaging communication was much better on the app. The only real downside was the Wi-Fi. It was pretty spotty, so we weren’t able to stream anything on the Smart TV. It wasn’t a huge deal since we were there mainly for the beach, but stronger Wi-Fi would definitely be a plus. One other thing that could be improved is the directions for finding the apartment. There are separate buildings, and I had to walk around a little before realizing where ours was. Other than that, we had a great stay! The property itself was lovely, and I’d happily stay here again.
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El lugar es perfecto. Está casi casi por la entrada del puente, así que no había necesidad de recorrer más para llegar. Las habitaciones están perfectas! La cocina, los baños, el comedor, todo estuvo súper bien! Mi familia estuvo muy contenta durante toda la estadía Solo como dato, no se mencionaba el cobro de unas pulseras (para la piscina), pero, la piscina está súper bien. Pasamos un buen rato y saliendo de la piscina puedes incluso asar✋ El acceso a la playa es súper fácil, solo tienes que caminar unos 5 minutos, pero no está nada perdido y ese lado de la playa está muy tranquilo. Sin duda alguna volvería con mi familia
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Excelente lugar para descansar
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El departamento cumple con todo lo especificado. El condominio tiene muchas facilidades, muy padre, bonito y muy bien cuidado. Las toallas del departamento están espectaculares, la cocina súper equipada. La TV de la recámara principal es muy grande pero no la pudimos utilizar por qué no llegaba el wifi. Estuvimos muy cómodos, sin pensarlo regresaríamos a este departamento.
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Muy buen lugar, muy bien el area de alberca y asadores! Un poco largo el tramo hacia la playa pero todo muy bien, si regresaríamos de nuevo!
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The place was very beautiful, clean, and in a great location. Everything was very nice, and overall we had a good experience. My only complaint was about the entrance wristbands. I understand that there is an additional fee per person, but the pricing was very confusing. First, I was told they would be $10 per person, then I was told $20, and only about 10 minutes before arriving, I received a message saying they would be $20. However, when we arrived, we were told that the price was actually $35 per person. I think the prices should be communicated clearly and accurately before guests arrive. Changing the price several times and then charging a different amount upon arrival was frustrating and unexpected. Other than that, we really enjoyed the place and found it beautiful and clean.
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Muy buena ubicación, todo estuvo excelente, la playa muy cerca y la comunicación con la anfritiona siempre al pendiente, con gusto regresaríamos
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We had a great stay! There were so many restaurants nearby, making it easy to find something to eat. The pool was amazing, clean, and well-maintained, and the beach was just a very short walk away. The location was perfect, and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
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Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back! The place was clean, comfortable, and just the right size for my friend and me. The bed was super comfy, and we loved the location and the privacy of the property. Communication was generally quick and clear, although we were initially given the wrong gate code. I also tried calling a few times but wasn’t able to get through. The messaging communication was much better on the app. The only real downside was the Wi-Fi. It was pretty spotty, so we weren’t able to stream anything on the Smart TV. It wasn’t a huge deal since we were there mainly for the beach, but stronger Wi-Fi would definitely be a plus. One other thing that could be improved is the directions for finding the apartment. There are separate buildings, and I had to walk around a little before realizing where ours was. Other than that, we had a great stay! The property itself was lovely, and I’d happily stay here again.
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El lugar es perfecto. Está casi casi por la entrada del puente, así que no había necesidad de recorrer más para llegar. Las habitaciones están perfectas! La cocina, los baños, el comedor, todo estuvo súper bien! Mi familia estuvo muy contenta durante toda la estadía Solo como dato, no se mencionaba el cobro de unas pulseras (para la piscina), pero, la piscina está súper bien. Pasamos un buen rato y saliendo de la piscina puedes incluso asar✋ El acceso a la playa es súper fácil, solo tienes que caminar unos 5 minutos, pero no está nada perdido y ese lado de la playa está muy tranquilo. Sin duda alguna volvería con mi familia
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Excelente lugar para descansar
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El departamento cumple con todo lo especificado. El condominio tiene muchas facilidades, muy padre, bonito y muy bien cuidado. Las toallas del departamento están espectaculares, la cocina súper equipada. La TV de la recámara principal es muy grande pero no la pudimos utilizar por qué no llegaba el wifi. Estuvimos muy cómodos, sin pensarlo regresaríamos a este departamento.
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Muy buen lugar, muy bien el area de alberca y asadores! Un poco largo el tramo hacia la playa pero todo muy bien, si regresaríamos de nuevo!
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The place was very beautiful, clean, and in a great location. Everything was very nice, and overall we had a good experience. My only complaint was about the entrance wristbands. I understand that there is an additional fee per person, but the pricing was very confusing. First, I was told they would be $10 per person, then I was told $20, and only about 10 minutes before arriving, I received a message saying they would be $20. However, when we arrived, we were told that the price was actually $35 per person. I think the prices should be communicated clearly and accurately before guests arrive. Changing the price several times and then charging a different amount upon arrival was frustrating and unexpected. Other than that, we really enjoyed the place and found it beautiful and clean.
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Muy buena ubicación, todo estuvo excelente, la playa muy cerca y la comunicación con la anfritiona siempre al pendiente, con gusto regresaríamos
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We had a great stay! There were so many restaurants nearby, making it easy to find something to eat. The pool was amazing, clean, and well-maintained, and the beach was just a very short walk away. The location was perfect, and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
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