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Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
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Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5640 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6

Just 2 minutes from the best beach in Texas! This adorable 1 bedroom, 1 bath will sleep 5 with a queen bed, twin bunk beds and a sofa sleeper. You will have everything you need for you home at the beach, full kitchen with all necessities, utensils, microwave, dishwasher, pots & pans, coffee maker, blender, toaster, an assortment of spices and more! We will provide all linens and towels, soaps and shampoos, paper towels, extra toilet paper, trash bags, makeup towels as well as beach towels and even beach chairs! Stairs are required to get to the second floor. 1 Assigned parking spot. Only half a block to the beach access. Two small dogs allowed with $100/dog cleaning fee. NO POOL AT THIS COMPLEX. PLEASE READ ALL OUR REQUIREMENTS IN OUR HOUSE RULES.

IMPORTANT: Upon booking our property, you will receive a request to complete and sign our rental agreement. The principal booker must provide specific information required by our Safely insurance. Please note that a light background check will be conducted by Safely on behalf of our beach real estate investment.

You are booking a private beach home. As much as we like to please your every need, we do not work as hotels do. We are not a 24/7 service. Any overnight requests, other than REAL emergencies, will be look after the next day. If there is an emergency that threatens a persons life, please call 911.

VAYK GEAR is a premier BEACH Equipment Rental Company offering top-of-the-line gear for your perfect beach day. You may receive an email from them regarding a credit from Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals for the rental of your preferred beach equipment. Visit their website to select from a wide range of high-quality beach gear to make the most of your beach getaway.

The owners of Sea La Vie welcome you to their beach home! While staying here, we ask that you follow a few requests that will make everyone’s stay more enjoyable and keep the property looking good year after year.

1. Parking ~ is limited to 1 vehicle. Vehicles must be licensed, operable and registered to the occupants. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners’ expense.

2. Occupancy ~ Maximum capacity per unit is NO MORE than 5 people. There must be at least one adult 21 years of age or older, registered, present and residing in the unit through the duration of the tenancy.

3. Pets ~ We accept 2 small dogs with a non-refundable cleaning fee of $100/per dog. Access to property will not be permitted until payment is collected. The knowledge or trace of unauthorized pets will mean a fine of $400.

4. Noise ~ Loud noise of any sort; music, loud talking, boom boxes, etc. is not allowed.

5. Garbage and Tidiness ~ Garbage should all be disposed of in the green/blue cans located on the sides of the building or a dumpster. Please DO NOT dispose of cigarette butts, cans, candy wrappers, trash on the ground. We work hard to make certain the property looks good when you check in. Please help us keep it that way by picking up any litter before you leave.

6. Pool ~ Sorry, no pool in this complex.

7. BBQ ~ BBQ pit is not included.

8. Once booked, we will send a custom Rental Agreement for you to complete and send back to us. Without this agreement we will not be able to host you.

Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals provides the disposable amenities necessary to get your vacation off to a comfortable start. These amenities include 1 set of hotel size soaps and shampoos per bathroom, 2 garbage bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 dish soap, 1 dish sponge, 4-6 coffee pods and and a small amount of laundry detergent. We do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is your responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock with whatever else may be needed for the duration of your stay.

Towels and linens must only be used for their intended purpose. Do not stain them with food, grease or any other substance. Do not use towels to clean up any mess. Stained towels/linens will be charged.

Do not hang towels from the balcony or windows. A $100 fine may be applied if you break this rule.

Subletting not allowed.

Note: The owners of this property will allow Spring Breakers under the strict rules of the premises. Break the rules and be evicted without a refund.

Check in is easy and available 24 hours a day with a smart lock on the entrance door.

The smart keypad door code will be provided to the guest about 48-24 hours before arrival.

Hosts will be available for check-in assistance up until 10 pm, we ask that guests arriving late please let us know via text.


Service Animals need to be with the person they service 24/7. Service Animals cannot be left alone in the property. A service animal left alone in the property is not a service animal and will be penalized with a $400 fee.

Child's highchair & pack & play on request at $25/each, billed on a separate invoice.

You are booking a private beach home. As much as we like to please your every need, we DO NOT work as hotels do. We are not a 24/7 service. Any overnight requests, other than REAL emergencies, will be taken care of the next day. If there is an emergency that threatens a person’s life, please call 911.

For special requests outside our scope of work, please message us to get our Concierge's contact.

Date changes might be granted depending on the date of the change for a $100 change fee plus any difference in price.

Cancellations for nightly reservations will receive a 96% refund if they are made more than 30 days before the scheduled arrival date. Please note that a service fee of $25 will also be charged for all cancellations, regardless of the timing. There will be no refund if the cancellation comes is made. This policy does not extend to bookings that are eligible for monthly discounts.

The host will not pay for a hotel, vacation rental, or transportation expenses incurred because of an interruption in water or electrical service. If water or electricity is interrupted for more than 8 hours, guests have the option of canceling their reservation and requesting a refund for the nights not used. Under no circumstances will we refund consumed nights.

Checkout instructions
Gather used towels
Throw trash away
Turn things off
Leave beds unmade.
Wash & dry all dishes & utensils.
Empty refrigerator, clean up spills.
Set AC to 78
Leave property neat with furniture in original order.
Close all blinds, Close, and lock all doors and windows.
Please leave all items we provided. We charge for missing items.
Gather all your belongings, we cannot be responsible for items left behind.
PLEASE LEAVE BEHIND ALL PARKING PASSES, KEYS AND WRISTBANDS FOR THE NEXT GUESTS
Lock up.

If possible, we would appreciate it if you could let us know if you check out earlier than 10am.

A good cohabitation requires common sense, respect for sleep hours, politeness, tidiness, and awareness of the common good. Thanks for helping ensure a great vacation for everyone!

We hope I was able to provide you with the 5 Star Experience you were looking for and will continue to serve you all through your stay with us, so if you need anything, please let us know!

Have a wonderful stay!

-Rod & Rosa

Property manager

Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals, LLC

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 640 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: 2 dogs up to 25 pounds

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6 located?

This family-friendly South Padre Island condo building 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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Half Block to the Beach Sea la Vie, Sleeps 6 Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sonia F.

Quaint little condo course to the beach.

The condo was nice and clean and had all the necessities. I was ably to make changes to my booking without any hassle.
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10/10 Excellent

Lizette G.

Inviting and comfortable

This condo is in an excellent location. The walk to the beach is about 3 minutes away. It is also within walking distance to shopping and eateries. The condo itself is cozy and very comfortable. Everything you need is provided for you from a well equipped kitchen, comfortable living and dining area with TV, and a comfortable bedroom also with a TV. The bathroom has all the necessities needed especially extra towels. Overall, the accommodations provided are excellent. Thank you Rod & Rosa for providing such detailed necessities for a comfortable and inviting stay and for communicating throughout our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

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

Great Time

We enjoyed our time at this condo!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022