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Living / Dining Room
Living area
Living area
Work Area
Fully Equipped Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Packery Channel
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure!

This spacious, family-sized, two story, two car garage townhome with WiFi is 1650 sq. ft. and is located in North Padre Island. The complex is a small property with limited parking. All units have one assigned permitted parking. Please, no trailers or boats are permitted on the property.

City Permit #2026-201916

There is plenty to do on the island like fishing, going to the beach and shopping. The Texas State Aquarium and the Lexington are a short drive away.

Bedrooms:
Master: King size, TV/Blue Ray(downstairs)
Bath: Shower

Bedroom 2: Queen size (upstairs)
Bedroom 3: Two Twins
Bath 2: Shower/tub

1/2 Bath: Downstairs

Loft: Day Bed with Trundle (upstairs)

Kitchen:
Fully equipped

Amenities:
Washer / Dryer
2 Car Garage
Central A/C and Heat
Ceiling fans in all bedrooms, loft and living area
Bath Towels / Linens Provided
Hair dryers
Cable TV
Internet
Blue Ray Player in master bedroom
Phone
Pool (17 unit community)

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We do not have high chairs, cribs, stair gates
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Events

No events allowed
No house parties allowed.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside home.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please set thermostat to 78 before leaving
Please return parking permit and garage door opener to kitchen counter
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guest making/paying for reservation must occupy home at all times during the stay.
Two Cars per unit. One assigned, numbered parking space per unit. Permit required and provided by owner at no charge. Violators will be towed.
No trailers of any kind. Pool closes at 10pm, no lifeguard. Quiet time is 10:00pm to 8:00am

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
Note from host: No house parties allowed.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Corpus Christi

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Padre Island, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Padre Island Beach and Whitecap Beach. Texas Sealife Center and Funtrackers Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Padre Balli Park - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Texas Sealife Center - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Packery Channel - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure!?

As of 24 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure! on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$473, 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 The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The beach…The only place where salt lowers your blood pressure! located?

Located in Padre Island, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Padre Balli Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from North Padre Island Beach. Texas Sealife Center and Packery Channel are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Great Vacation Home

My family really enjoyed our stay. The accommodations were top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Summer is starting, plenty of nights available. Book now, come enjoy the beach and relax here. Greg, thanks for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelique D.

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

Lovely stay near the beach

Everything was fantastic. The house was super clean and comfortable. The townhome community was quiet with a clean pool, and very conveniently located to the beach and restaurants. This was a perfect stay for a group of friends or family. The host was very communicative and friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Summer is here and the beach is open! Come enjoy the island and relax in our place. Plenty of dates available.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Perfect Bach vacation

Great communication, lovely home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2022
The beach is calling! Come down and get some vitamin sea. Book now!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Great Stay!

the condo was perfect! Great towels, nice cooking utensils, very clean, beds were comfortable and was spacious for our family of 8. If back in the area we will definitely try to book this one again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thank you! We try to make the home as comfortable as possible for your stay. Hope you come and check us out soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Spacious Condo!

The size was perfect for our family of 6. Owner was very easy to reach if we needed anything. Would definitely want to stay again.
Stayed 99 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2021
Come and enjoy the island and book with us! There's plenty to do and afterwards relax in our spacious home. Thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Viet N.

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

FAMILY GET TOGETHER

VERY CLEAN HOUSE AND CLOSE TO THE BEACH.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
It’s time for the Sand, Sun and Vitamin Sea! Book now and enjoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J S.

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

Great little beach property

We were overjoyed with how close this place was to the beach. It was clean and we had no problems with the unit. Overall a very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
We’re close to the beach, restaurants and souvenir shopping. Come spend some time on the island and relax at our place. There are still plenty of weekends available, book now! Thanks J for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

Windsurf

Carlos was great to deal with, very responsive, would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
You are invited! Planning a beach getaway, book our spacious townhome near the beach. We look forward to your visit!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yacob B.

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

It is a nice house for a family or group,very spacious and parking availability

Vvery go
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2024
We welcome all winter Texans. Come enjoy the beautiful weather and relax in our spacious townhome.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisanne J.

Had a super weekend!

House was super nice and comfortable. Worked perfect for our family with plenty of room for everyone. Clean and cool with a great location to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
We like for you to spend a few days on the island shopping, eating and going to the beach. Leave all your worries behind and relax in our clean, comfortable home. Book now!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm G.

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

Winter Texans

Impressive home. Very comfortable. Host was excellent. Thank you Carlos.
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thanks for spending your winter with us! Our home is spacious and ready for summer guests. Book early
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Great place, great location

The place was so big and nice. Much bigger and brighter than the photos. Great kitchen for cooking, and ooen living space for family time. It was a great location, within a mile or two of 3 different awesome beaches. We had such a nice time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2021
We welcome you to check out our townhome. It will comfortably accommodate eight. The kitchen is fully equipped but if you don’t feel like cooking, there are plenty of good restaurants nearby. Come to the beach and unwind!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

Great condo and close to beach!

This was a perfect condo for our family of 8. It was clean, spacious and had all the necessary amenities! Having the master bedroom downstairs was great! The pool was nice and the beach was short drive away. Looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Our townhouse is perfect for your family. Take advantage now before school starts and enjoy the beach and relax in Mar-a-Villa! We're looking forward to your stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Great Labor Day Vacation

Beautiful well stocked condo with enough room to hold the entire family. Owner was extremely helpful with the booking and checking in process. Pool was close enough to the front door I could watch the kids from the front porch. The beach being so close was perfect! Definitely coming back!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2020
We're centrally located to the beach, restaurants and shops. Our small, quiet complex is great for families.
Archival

8/10 Good

Stacey j.

Great Christmas vacation

My family and I had a great time. We have decided to make the beach our new Christmas vacation tradition. We rely enjoyed the spacious accommodation. We also enjoyed family time with the games that were provided. Being 5 min from the beach was a added bonus! Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
I'm glad you guys had a great time and that it will be your new tradition. We also love the family time when we're there.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick d.

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

Good Place to Stay

This place was everything it said it was. Enough room for every one, clean, and very roomy so all can do what they want without bothering others. Carlos was quick to answer any questions about the house to what to see and do. I would recommend this place to anyone planning a trip to Corpus Christy.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2023
We welcome our winter Texans to stay long term between October and March. Thanks Rick for staying! Now it’s time to enjoy the beach. Book a weekend or stay a week!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Amazing

Thank you to the Garcia family for allowing us to stay in their amazing townhouse. Very nicely decorated and so close to everything. Great for multi family with the split floor plan. Very spacious and just a few mins to the beach. Owners are very friendly and quick to respond to any questions. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
We want to make everyone who visits feel comfortable in our home and enjoy everything Padre Island has to offer. The beach is calling! Book now.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April H.

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

Life is a beach!!

Great condo!! Everything you need for a stay at the beach. Parking was in short supply if you bring more than 1 vehicle,and the road construction right in front of the entrance was definitely a challenge during the busy hours. 10/10 would absolutely book again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
We’re a small complex with limited guests parking especially big trucks. We were told that construction should be finished by next spring. The beach is still nice and is less than a mile away. Come down and enjoy!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Perfect Beach Getaway!

I had the perfect weekend at this beach house! The location is great because it is only two minutes from the beach. The house was very comfortable and roomy. It was really convenient that the house had a kitchen and a garage. We were able to cook great meals and did not have to worry about parking. I would definitely recommend this house to all of my friends and family! I had a great weekend there!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
I'm glad to hear that you had a perfect weekend!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Great week away!

We had a great week at the beach with my sister-in-law and her daughter. 7 of us in all and plenty of room for everyone. Played on the beach, had great swimming pool time and then played board/card games at night. We cooked some meals and ate out at others. Not a bad second was had. 2 car garage was a great plus and the master bed was super comfortable! Thanks for sharing your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
There is plenty to do around the island especially now that the weather is nice. Our goal is that you have a relaxing time while you are in our spacious townhome. Book today!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura and Jeff B.

A perfect condo for our winter fun

We spent Jan. - Mar. 2018 at this lovely condo. 3 bedrooms, 21/2 baths, and a huge loft and 2 car garage. The owner is wonderful and very helpful. The condo immaculate. The owner has a fabulous cleaning person so this condo is spotless. Everything there is the highest quality. It was a grand winter being so close to the beach, great restaurants, and Corpus Christi nearby. After 12 years of renting, this condo is the best!
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
We pay close attention to details, that's why we have a five star cleaning crew. We are currently upgrading floors, fixtures and appliance. Come and explore beautiful Padre Island and enjoy our townhome. Thanks for spending your Michigan winter months with us.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

kim f.

disappointing

too many rules too far from the beach a/c sucked
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Out of our 17 reviews, 15 of them have been 5 stars. Before a traveler books, they have to agree to the lease and house rules. We also clearly state on the listing that our house is less that one mile to the beach. We have a welcome note in the house with our phone numbers in case there are concerns or questions. Not once did we receive a call from this traveler regarding the A/C. In fact, it has been completely serviced and it's working properly. Maybe it was set too low which may have caused the coils to freeze. I'm not sure why this traveler was disappointed. We take our business very seriously and want to make sure all travelers are comfortable and have a great stay in our house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt W.

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

Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our stay in this house! There was plenty of room for the 2 of us to live in for 3 months. The rooms, showers, and kitchen were spacious and included all the things you will need. I will especially miss the big couch in the living room! Carlos and his wife were very responsive and one time, even dropped off their own washer and dryer because the one in the house broke. They truly made our experience awesome! The house is minutes away from Whitecap Beach & the packery channel if you like to fish. There’s also a newly opened grocery store down the street.
Stayed 101 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2021
Thank you for booking with us! We’re glad you guys enjoyed our home and the island. We invite future guests to explore the island and book with us. Come and have fun!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita V.

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

Maravilla - Just as described

We felt right at home in this property. Carlos ensured we had everything needed for a relaxing stay. He was very easy to reach and accommodating. This townhouse is spacious, with plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked. I also liked the nice pantry. Carlos and Laura pay attention to the little details, such as coffee available, filters, toilet tissue, paper towels, and every day cleaning supplies. We enjoyed the nearness to Whitecap Beach. We were able to get our exercise every morning in the beautiful white sands. We even found a few treasures. The construction on the highway out front wasn't bad, even in during spring break. Thank you Carlos and Laura, for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Rita, thanks for staying with us! We’re glad you all enjoyed the island and our townhome. If you’re thinking of visiting North Padre Island, book now and make memories!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debbie & Bobby S.

Relaxing condo with plenty of room

We had two adults with five grandchildren.... no babies. It was a great condo as the children were all upstairs. The condo is nicely equipped, A/C worked very well since it was so hot outside, and all of us were quite comfy! The condo is spacious. Living room was big enough for all to be seated while we watched TV. Kitchen well equipped and dishes were nicer than usual in a rental condo. We did not want for a thing..... so we would definitely recommend this for a family stay! Carlos was responsive any time we had a question. We were a short drive to the beach, which made everyone happy. Great place and looked just like it did online!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Our goal is to make everyone feel at home and comfortable. The townhome is conveniently located to shops, restaurants, the beach and now Schlitterbahn Water Park. Come down and enjoy the beautiful North Padre Island and relax at Mar-a-Villa!

About the host

Hosted by Carlos & Laura Garcia

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We have enjoyed this beautiful townhome with our family and friends since April 2006 and now we want to share it with you!
We have made this home a warm and inviting place to relax and enjoy time with family and friends.
Our desire is to make every guest feel like this is their home away from home.
We hope you choose to stay at Mar-A-Villa on your next trip to the beach!

Why they chose this property

This property is located between HWY 361 and Whitecap Beach. There are restaurants and shops nearby. The location is ideal to enjoy all that the island has to offer like the beach, fishing and enjoying great seafood!

What makes this property unique

Village on the Green complex is only 17 units with a private swimming pool. Our unit is on a corner so it tends to be quiet with only one neighbor. The beach is less than one mile from the townhouse.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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