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Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach!

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Gorgeous sparkling pool to enjoy after a long day on the beach!
Welcome to Carolyn by the Sea!
Spacious 2nd Floor Living Area
Just minutes away from the beach!
Featuring beautiful soft white sand and sparkling water, South Padre's beach is exquisite!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • South Padre Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sea Turtle Inc
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

1 Double Murphy Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach!

STR PERMIT #2023-1553

Standard Occupancy (Sleeps): 8 guests (includes infants or children)
Maximum Occupancy: 8 guests (includes infants or children)
Vehicle Maximum: 4 vehicles (includes golf carts, boat trailers, or any other recreational vehicles)
Pet Restrictions: Well behaved dogs are welcome, Call for more information (Cats and other animals are NOT permitted.)
WRISTBANDS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL GUESTS DURING MARCH & HOLY/EASTER WEEK.
WRISTBANDS ARE $25+TAX/PERSON

Come visit "Carolyn by the Sea", a pristine, dog-friendly island home powered by 100% green energy.

This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2-living room, resort-style home with a private pool comfortably sleeps 6-8 people with 4 Queen or King beds and has ample private parking for up to 4 cars. New in 2025, the 475 square foot garage has been converted into an insulated gameroom. Rainy days, no worries. Challenge your friends or kids to a spirited game of ping pong, darts, foosball or PacMan in the renovated space.

"Carolyn by the Sea" has been meticulously remodeled and decorated and features custom art, hand-painted surfboards, and mosaics throughout the house. Roomy and comfortable, the upstairs features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and large ceiling fans. Want adults in one living room and the kids in another? That's possible with two separate living areas; one upstairs and one downstairs, giving everyone ample room to enjoy different venues, games, and activities. Each living area has comfortable large couches and recliners for your group, along with large TVs equipped with Rokus and Spectrum Cable TV. Bring your Nintendo Switch and game on with the wall-mounted docks hooked up to the TVs. (You need to bring your own Switch). The downstairs area even has its own mini fridge and bar area. Dance, sing, or simply enjoy listening to your favorite tunes in the upstairs living room, backyard, front porch, and master bedroom with a Bluetooth-enabled sound system.

You might decide to take a break from eating at all the wonderful restaurants on the island and decide to eat-in on some nights. This kitchen is such a joy to cook in, gorgeous and functional. Not only is it fully stocked with all the basics - pots, pans, utensils, microwave, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances, you'll also find wonderful extras such as an InstaPot, Vitamix blender, air fryer and Keurig coffee machine. The lovely quartz countertops and large island are beautifully framed by brilliant teal blue glass tiles. The dining area features a custom-made table with comfortable seating for 6 with two additional barstools at the kitchen bar counter. Gorgeous!

Outdoors you'll find a private oasis filled with palms, floral tropical plants, and a private chilled heated pool surrounded by a stamped concrete patio. Sit back and relax on the new high-end Berlin Garden lounge chairs or cozy up by the propane fire pit. While grilling, enjoy playing Cornhole along the back of the house or play fetch with your pup. This poolside outdoor dining area is just waiting for you to enjoy a meal prepared on the propane grill. Sip a cocktail or enjoy a meal as you watch the sunsets and listen to your tunes on the large, beautifully decorated, upstairs covered front porch. If you need to get away for some peaceful quiet time to relax or read, take a seat in the comfortable Adirondack chairs in the quaint, quiet, and fully shaded sitting area downstairs. Lush plants, painted surfboard art, and custom mosaic tiles embedded into the flooring add to the tranquil atmosphere.

If the weather turns bad or you need a break from sun outdoors, you'll never be bored with so many choices for inside fun. There is enough room to be all together in one of the living areas, or for each person to hide away in their own quiet space. In addition to the large game room and unique to any other homes on the island, you will find the upstairs “Game Closet” which holds, 60+ family games and puzzles, books to read, 200+ movies, karaoke machine, and a popcorn maker to keep the party going. For those that want to enjoy some personal screen time, high-speed Spectrum Wi-Fi internet has you covered. If you need a big screen, in addition to the two large TVs in the living rooms, each bedroom has its own 43 inch Samsung smart TV that is loaded with the Spectrum app --- Perfect for days or nights when you just want to stay inside.

At the end of the day it's time to relax and rest in one of the three beautifully decorated bedrooms. The upstairs primary bedroom features a private bath with shower, a luxurious comfy queen bed and a romantic electric fireplace. There is even a work desk with extra USB plugs and surge-protected power for those that choose to "work from anywhere". The second upstairs bedroom with a queen bed overlooks the backyard pool and shares a bathroom with a shower with the open kitchen/living area. The downstairs bedroom boasts a king-sized bed and has a private entrance to the bathroom shared with the downstairs living space. This bathroom is fitted with a shower as well. Please note that there are no tubs in the bathrooms. If you need more sleeping space, there is a hidden gem in the downstairs living area. The furniture under the wall-mounted TV is actually a Cabinet Murphy bed that folds out to reveal a queen-size memory foam bed. This surprisingly comfortable bed will accommodate two more people. There is a total of four very comfortable beds for up to 8 guests in total.

“Carolyn by the Sea” is located on a quiet, peaceful street with friendly neighbors that add to the quaintness and tranquility of the home. For your comfort and convenience, you will find a washer and dryer in the garage available for your use. Being dog lovers ourselves, we welcome well-behaved dogs. For additional reassurance as you select your next vacation spot, read the many 5-star reviews from our past guests.

All this, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach access #21, a 7 minute walk to Wanna Wanna, one of the most popular dog friendly beach bar and grills on the island, and a 2 minute walk to the neighborhood convenience store and local liquor store, and the 5200 block of specialty shops including Art*Sea, Karma Coffee, Ship Shape and Charmed.

Kick back, relax and create a life-long memory at "Carolyn by the Sea"!

Property manager

Will Greenwood, SPI Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

South Padre Island

Located in South Padre Island, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - South Padre Island - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach! have a pool?

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

Is Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pristine, Dog Friendly Island Home with 100% Green Energy! 1/2 Block to Beach! located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Wonderful Rental in South Padre Island!

We loved our stay in SPI! The house had everything you could possibly need for a fun vacation at the beach, including a great pool and patio area. It was perfect for a group gathering and so close to the beach. Also, SPI Rentals were very responsive to all our questions and concerns. This is definitely one of the nicer places I've ever stayed, we'll be back! Highly recommended!
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8/10 Good

Ivonne R.

Carolyn by the sea

The home was beautiful. Had everything I needed loved the card and gift that was left for me. I did not give an excellent rating just because we had issues with the water heater had to call several times. Although they did address it promptly. Other than that the pool the home was excellent. Thank you very much for sharing your home with us I especially loved being able to bring my dog with us
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10/10 Excellent

Jacalyn B.

Excellent

Just returned from a great stay! SPI Rentals were super helpful and showed up quickly when we had issues with the rental. Would highly recommend renting from them!
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8/10 Good

Joanne H.

Great Stay

We had a great stay at the property. It was exactly what we were looking for. Our only complaint would be that our pool heater wasn't working for the first 3 days. It did get fixed and we were able to is the pool our last 2 days. Great communication!! Would recommend this rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Will rent with SPI Rentals again!

We had an amazing time here. Everything we needed was available in the home. It was clean, looked like the photos, comfortable and homey! SPI was quick to respond, friendly and helpful. The DACK app was wonderful! When we go down again, we will certainly look at the SPI properties first.
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10/10 Excellent

Tequila O.

Wonderful experience renting with SPI Rentals

First time renting with SPI and it was wonderful! They were so responsive to our needs when we got there until the day we left. The kids enjoyed the many amenities they had like ping pong table and pool. All the board games available to us was very helpful for our family game night. The stocked kitchen was helpful as well, we didn't have to get much because it was all there. Me and my family would definitely stay again we loved it there!!
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10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Excellent

Best experience and get away for the week

10/10 Excellent

Andres R.

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

Excellent Beach House

The house was excellently maintained and provided everything we needed. It is within walking distance of the beach and local shops. My family thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

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

great SPI beach side house

Loved our stay, kitchen was well stocked, kids loved the popcorn machine. Can't beat the location, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

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

Wonderful property

The property was wonderful. The location is perfect, with quick access to the beach and within walking distance of a local market and several restaurants. We loved our stay and definitely will considering coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

Excellent

Our large family had a wonderful time at the property. The set up including the pool were fantastic. The proximity to the beach was exceptional and made the trip great. Look forward to staying again.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Amazing 4th of July

My family and I stayed at this beautiful home during the first week of July. Check in process and communication with property management was excellent. They were very attentive and helpful with all questions and requests. The house has everything! Clean, comfortable and convenient location. Pool and backyard were pristine ! We had a great time and will definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

carolyn by the sea

We recently stayed at Carolyn by the Sea for the second year in a row through SPI Rentals, and once again, it was an incredible experience! The house is perfect for a family vacation, offering plenty of space for everyone to relax. We stayed with my Wife, son, and parents, and there was something for each of us to enjoy. The house itself is beautifully maintained and has everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The location is ideal—just a short walk to the beach, which made it easy to enjoy the ocean every day. The outdoor space is fantastic, and we loved spending our evenings on the patio, soaking in the coastal breeze. One of the highlights is how quiet and peaceful the area feels despite being close to all the local attractions. It really is a home away from home. We're already looking forward to our next visit! Highly recommend for families looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay on South Padre Island.

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Loved Carolyn By the Sea!

Beautiful home 1/2 block walk to the beach. The home was well stocked and well maintained with great, loving attention to details. The pool was in great condition and there were a lot of pool and beach toys in the large laundry room (along with a fun ping pong table). We've traveled to SPI for many summers and Carolyn by the Sea is easily one of our favorite properties.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn E.

Amazing home

This home is absolutely perfect in every way!
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10/10 Excellent

London and Harrison M.

Super fun time down at the beach

We had a wonderful time at Carolyn by the Sea - being so close to the beach and having easy access was great for early morning sunrise walks. We spent a lot of time at the pool - the backyard space is so beautiful and relaxing. Can't wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

MARINELA A.

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

Phenomenal Property

We really enjoyed the house and the pool was perfect. I loved the decorations throughout the entire house, it sure added to the beachy feeling in the house. Plenty of room to hang out and have a good time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dominica C.

Great place!

We totally enjoyed our stay. Super clean! Everything was perfect with the location of this house. The beach is right there and places to walk and eat or grab a coffee or drink! We will definitely come back!

10/10 Excellent

Raymond H.

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

Best Family Vaca!

This place felt like home. The beach, the pool, the location. They provided everything we needed and then some. Three minutes from the beach and chillin by the pool in the evening. We are already planning our next visit to this beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Great property

Some complaints of the two mattresses on the main floor. Otherwise, no other complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tamera K.

Lovely place to stay

This was our first stay, and we had a great time! Very close to the beach and our kids loved the pool. Everything is decorated so nicely and the owners really thought of everything. The only suggestion I have would be to move the king size bed into the master bedroom. Thank you so much for letting us stay in this spectacular home!
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10/10 Excellent

David P.

4 Great Nites

We had a great experience, more than enough activities than time to enjoy! From ping pong table to games to karaoke machine and the pool! Best of all quick walk to the beach and made every sunrise most enjoyable!
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10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

Perfect Week at the Beach

We had a perfect vacation at SPI and a big part of our fun happened at this beach house. This was one of the nicest places we have stayed at on the island. Our family loved taking evening dips in the gorgeous pool and relaxing in the lovely living spaces at Carolyn by the Sea after a long day at the beach or exploring local shops and attractions. The house had everything we needed and the kitchen was very well equipped. We highly recommend this property and will come back again next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

New favorite place to stay at spi

My family and I had a great time at Carolyn by the sea. My mom is now getting speaker set up In her house in the same way. The rest of us were amazed by how much the home had to offer from the chairs, ping pong table, ice chest to things that we brought and didn't need like all the charges and beach toys. We will definitely be coming here again and spi rentals was really helpful and professional the few times I called. Thanks you Carolyn by the sea and spi rental for an awesome weekend.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Awesome House!

This was by far one of the best properties we have stayed in on a vacation! There was so much space, which was great since tropical storm Alberto kept us indoors more than anticipated. The kids were back and forth between playing ping pong and cornhole, to one of the two separate living areas, to the pool when the rain let up. I can't imagine being in a hotel room during that time. The walk to the beach was so easy. The first morning there we called the office with an A/C problem and they were there right away to fix it. The house was so clean, well-stocked, organized and just overall amazing!

About the host

Hosted by Will Greenwood, SPI Rentals

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We are a team of South Padre Island locals who are thrilled to share our beautiful destination with you! With nearly 200 properties under our care, we've had the wonderful experience of hosting thousands of guests from all over the world. From Guest Services to Maintenance, our friendly and professional staff strive to provide a 5-star experience for each guest and would love the opportunity to host you!

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SPI Rentals - SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TEXAS

Languages:

English, Spanish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests