Near the sea, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 10 guests with 4 bathrooms. Enjoy activities like snorkeling, swimming, and surfing nearby. Engage in fitness at the center or play golf in the area. Attractions include South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near South Padre Island Beach
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Water park access
Swimming pool
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Washing machine
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
South Padre Island, TX
South Padre Island Beach
Place, South Padre Island Beach
2 min walk
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Place, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
5 min walk
Sea Turtle Inc
Place, Sea Turtle Inc
7 min walk
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
42 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bunk Bed with Twin top bunks, Full bottom bunks
1 Single Bunk Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Half Bathroom 5
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach
📍 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea) – PERMIT #2023-1777 Sleeps 10 | Max Guests: 10 (including children & infants) 🚗 Max Vehicles: 4 (including golf carts or RVs - BOAT TRAILERS NOT PERMITTED) 🚫 PETS/ANIMALS OF ANY KIND ARE NOT PERMITTED! Spring Break/Holy Week: Immediate families (parents, grandparents, children) only Wristbands are required for all guests at ALL times.
Welcome to Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway on South Padre Island • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach
Welcome to Tortuga by the Sea, a beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home located in the exclusive Villas of South Padre, one of South Padre Island's premier gated beachfront communities. Offering multiple living spaces, two luxurious primary suites, and private beach access just steps away, this spacious home is the perfect destination for family vacations, couples traveling together, and group getaways.
🏡 Spacious Living Designed for Gathering
The bright, open-concept main living area creates the perfect place to spend time together after a day at the beach. Comfortable seating surrounds the living room, while the adjoining dining area and fully equipped kitchen make preparing and sharing meals easy for the entire group. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of countertop space, modern appliances, and everything needed for everything from quick breakfasts to family dinners. A cozy reading nook provides a quiet place to unwind with your favorite book, while the secondary living room offers additional space to relax, watch TV, or give everyone room to spread out. A full laundry room with a washer and dryer adds extra convenience during longer stays.
Bedding Configuration:
• Primary Bedroom 1: King bed (sleeps 2) • Primary Bedroom 2: King bed (sleeps 2) • Guest Bedroom 1: Queen bed (sleeps 2) • Guest Bedroom 2: Two Twin-over-Full bunk beds (sleeps 4)
🏖️ Community Pool & Private Beach Access
Spend sunny afternoons relaxing at the Villas of South Padre's community pool or take the short walk to the neighborhood's private beach access. Within just a few minutes, you'll find yourself on South Padre Island's beautiful sandy shoreline, ready for a day of swimming, beach combing, fishing, or simply soaking up the sun.
From relaxing beach days to exciting island adventures, Tortuga by the Sea places you close to everything South Padre Island has to offer. Enjoy local restaurants, waterfront dining, shopping, dolphin watching tours, fishing charters, water sports, and family-friendly attractions, all just minutes from your front door.
⭐ Amenities and Vacation Essentials Provided
Every stay at Tortuga by the Sea includes a complimentary starter kit stocked with essential vacation items such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, dish soap, laundry detergent, coffee and filters, olive oil, and basic seasonings. For your comfort, we recommend bringing a few personal favorites such as beach towels, sunscreen, extra blankets, bottled water, or baby items. These small extras will make your stay even more relaxing and worry-free.
Make your South Padre Island vacation even more relaxing with our VayKLife Beach Gear Credit. Guests staying at participating SPI Rentals homes receive complimentary credits to use toward beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, boogie boards, and more. Your gear will be delivered right to your door and picked up hassle-free at the end of your stay. No need to pack bulky items, just arrive, unwind, and enjoy the sun and sand.
💙 Hosted by SPI Rentals
When you stay with SPI Rentals, you're in good hands from the moment you book to the day you check out. We take pride in keeping our homes clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully cared for, so you can settle in right away. Since our team is right here on South Padre Island, we're never far if you need anything. We're quick to respond and happy to help. Our goal is to make your stay easy, relaxing, and genuinely enjoyable, so you can spend less time worrying and more time making great memories with your group.
⚠️ Important Payment Notice – Klarna / Affirm
Please note that reservations paid using Klarna, Affirm, or similar “buy now, pay later” virtual cards may decline during processing. There are two separate transactions for each reservation (one for VRBO service fees and one for the rental payment through SPI Rentals). Many virtual one-time card providers only authorize a single transaction, which causes the payment to fail. For this reason, we recommend that guests do not book using Klarna, Affirm, or similar services. If a reservation is attempted using one of these payment methods and the payment declines, the guest will be required to provide an alternative form of payment or cancel the reservation.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
South Padre Island
Located in North End, a neighbourhood in South Padre Island, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Whaling Wall and Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Long Island Village Golf Course and South Padre Island Golf Club. Sea Turtle Inc and Gravity Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sea Turtle Inc - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
South Padre Island Convention Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Laguna Madre Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 4 min drive
Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - 10 min walk
Louie's Backyard - 5 min drive
Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - 3 min drive
Tequila Sunset - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach?
As of 8 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach on 12 October 2026 start from NZ$2,851, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tortuga by the Sea | Relaxing Beachside Getaway • Community Pool & Hot Tub • 1 Min Walk to Beach located?
Located in North End, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and South Padre Island Beach. Sea Turtle Inc and Andy Bowie Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the accommodations were a great fit for your vacation.
It means so much to know you plan to book with us again. Thank you for choosing SPI Rentals. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to South Padre Island soon!
Very close to beach and comfortable house enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Hi Ashlea, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the amenities at 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea). Come back soon! Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
Thank you for your 5-star review Lynn. We can’t wait to serve you again soon! Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals Team
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kim M.
3 July 2025
Great house
We have stayed at the same house 3 or 4 times. We enjoyed all the updates to the house.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth B.
18 July 2023
Awesome beach house!
Every year we go to South Padre we rent this property and love it. It holds our large family and is beautifully decorated! It's a close walk to the beach and everything we need! Love our beach trip!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
It gives us much pleasure to know that you’ve chosen to stay with us again Elizabeth! Your kind words encourage us to continue doing our best to make sure every guest’s experience is a memorable one. Thank you again for taking the time to leave us a review, we hope you come visit us soon. Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
31 July 2023
Best House on SPI
We have stayed here twice. Newly renovated kitchen. Love the easy walk to the beach and gated community.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Hi Kim, we are glad to welcome you back to 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea). We are glad you loved the short walk to the beach and the security of a gated community. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
We loved, loved, loved this property! Our extended family visited for our kids' spring break. The property was perfect! Spacious and clean and proximate to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2024
Thank you, Catherine! We’d love to have you back anytime and look forward to hosting you again! Best, Ashleigh T., General Manager - SPI Rentals
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mario D.
30 November 2023
Excellent
Super nice facility we stayed at and also everyone was so very nice and very helpful
At SPI
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl N.
1 December 2024
Immaculate, tons of amenities and great location
Better than advertised. This place is huge, immaculate, tons of amenities, great location. Quick beach access to a beautiful beach. Easy communications. I'd stay here again for sure.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
9 December 2024
Spacious, clean & in great location
Great Location! Steps from a gated pool, baby pool and hot tub. And a quick walk to the beach! Garage is stocked with beach supplies (toys, tents, wagon, chairs). Spacious and clean, this house is great for our small family reunion.
We loved the property, private beach access, and proximity to the pool. Would have appreciated an extra roll of paper towels, and towels to dry dishes, but overall great experience. Would book the space again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2024
Thank you, Danielle! We’d be delighted to host you again and look forward to your return! Best regards, Ashleigh T., General Manager - SPI Rentals.
Lovely time at the Tortuga by the Sea rental. It was better than expected. Beautiful, comfortable home with great attention to detail. Great for large groups to be together and have privacy with the great layout of bedrooms. Clean, convenient and just a two block walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2024
Thank you, Letty!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had a lovely time at Tortuga by the Sea and that the home exceeded your expectations. It’s great that the layout worked so well for your group as well. We’d love to welcome you back for another stay anytime!
Best regards,
Ashleigh T., General Manager - SPI Rentals
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Josh G.
1 May 2019
Perfect place
The house was perfect for 2 families with 6 kids. Great space for the kids to be kids and enough room for both families with separate living areas. Rental company was great to work with. We ran out of LP gas and they had someone bring a replacement right away. Location is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Josh, thank you for leaving a review! We are very happy you and the family had a great time in our 6502 Fountainway (Tortuga By the Sea!) We hope you are all able to come back and stay with us again soon. Repeat guests always get 10% off short term stays! Best regards, Ashleigh T., General Manager, SPI Rentals
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dorinda T.
3 March 2024
Above Average
Absolutely enjoyed this lovely home. Beds were comfortable, spacious rooms throughout, quick service for any maintenance needs, and great beach access. The only downfall was the pool was not heated. Thanks!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katherine D.
23 July 2024
Tortuga by the sea rating
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this rental. The staff is and helpful and we were able to get in early. The bunk bed room is perfect for my three granddaughters. It's a beautiful house, close by the ocean. We have stayed there for the last few years and will continue to keep staying there in the future. Everyone had a great time!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle J.
22 October 2023
Perfect house for our family
This house was huge and so convenient for going to the beach or pool, roughly 1-2 minutes each. Having 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms was perfect for our three teenage daughters. The house was very clean and well stocked with towels and toiletries. We also had a sense of safety with it being in a gated community. Can't wait to go back to SPI and stay at this house.
We highly recommend this property.
This property was so comfortable. Excellent floor plan for a group of three couples. Huge kitchen, dining area, gathering great room area. Excellent house size for spreading out and having your own space when you wanted. Great beds, bathrooms, well equipped kitchen (with the exception of too few dish towels provided, though not an issue). Very clean!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Thanks for the 5 stars Mary, your review is a great way to let us know we’re on track for making our customers smile! We appreciate you taking the time to give your feedback and look forward to serving you again in the future. Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
The space is huge - plenty of room for the group of 10 of us. We enjoyed the community pool - actually we were the only ones at the pool all week! Easy beach access - we walked the beach every day, but with windy conditions, relaxed poolside rather than beachside. The host was accessible and responded immediately to all questions. I suggest people read all of the information before booking - the community to very strict about guests and does not allow others to visit property. We have family in the area and they were not allowed to visit our rental home. This is clearly outlined in the property details. It would have been nice to have some flexibility with this; however, I understand why this is the case given spring break crowds. Overall - beautiful home and great location. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear the home had plenty of space for your group and that you enjoyed the peaceful community pool and easy beach access. It sounds like you made the most of your time on South Padre Island, even with the windy weather.
We're also grateful for your kind words about our team's responsiveness and for mentioning the community guest policies. We appreciate your understanding that these rules are established by the HOA to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, especially during busy times of the year.
Thank you for choosing SPI Rentals. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear you'd stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back to South Padre Island soon!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kristine H.
25 April 2022
Lacks the Basics
I was torn between Average and Below Average rating and here is why. Our flight arrived later in the evening, we had to pick up the garage door opener from the SPI location that definitely was a little off the beaten path or maybe just a hang out for workers?
As for the actual location and stay. The set up was nice, beds were actually comfortable. The things that I have experienced at many other home rentals were definitely less than favorable. Simple things like: coffee filters for the coffee pot, salt and pepper, the pots and pans were well well used, we are at the beach, but no beach towels, all the beach essentials stated that were for us to use were completely broken down from the chairs to the umbrella. Definitely a beautiful house, but what we would consider the basics were not included.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sherry Q.
17 November 2022
Great Rental
Large, spacious, beautiful home. Close to the beach and Claytons. Fun for everyone.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Thank you Sherry! We are glad everyone had fun while staying at 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea). Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Benjamin Y.
27 September 2022
Great vacation house
We had a wonderful time at the Tortuga by the Sea. It is a large, cozy home with all the needed amenities for a vacation. My family enjoyed the proximity to the beach, the community pool, and the security offered by this property. The management company did a great job making the house charming and hospitable. We hope to make it back again soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2023
Hi Benjamin, thank you for taking the time to provide a rating, your opinion is valued greatly and it helps us maintain an excellent standard of service to our customers. Thank you again for taking the time to leave us a review, we hope you come visit us soon. Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
This was one experience that my family and I will not forget. If I can rate this place a 10 out of 10 I would. Thank you for making our vacation an excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Hi Andra, we are so glad to hear you had an excellent experience while staying at 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea). We are glad to be apart of you and your families wonderful vacation. We hope to have the chance to host you on your next visit. Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Qiana S.
9 September 2022
Family Vacation
This house is a beauty and very accommodating! We will definitely recommend this property to family and friends. Great Location!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
We are glad you loved 6502 Fountain Way (Tortuga by the Sea)! We are glad the location worked wonderfully for you and hope to see you on the beach soon! Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals Team
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Elizabeth B.
25 June 2022
Beautiful vacation home
I have booked this beautiful vacation home
for the past several years! I love the newly renovated beach decor! The house is close to the pool and beach! It is always neat and clean when my family arrives. Easy to book and
check in! Just perfect for my large extended
family! We have everything from babies and
toddlers to teenagers! Love it !
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2023
Thank you for your 4-star review Elizabeth! We appreciate your feedback and support. Your comments help us grow and improve. We’re glad you had a positive experience, and we’re always working to make it even better. We look forward to serving you again soon!Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals team
Great house, good beds, nice furniture and very well maintained. Well stay again very soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Hi Kim, your 5-star review means a lot to us! We are glad you loved your stay and come back soon! Regards, Marina L., Sales Manager- SPI Rentals Team
About the host
Hosted by Will Greenwood, SPI Rentals
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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