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Relax in your bright living space with coastal charm, where comfortable seating and soothing colors create the perfect spot to unwind.
Stunning sunset views paint the sky in golden hues over this tropical pool area with thatched-roof cabanas and palm trees.
Step into your private backyard oasis with fresh artificial turf and cheerful yellow chairs where you can unwind under sunny skies.
Relax in your spacious living room with comfortable seating, large TV, and coastal decor that creates the perfect home-away-from-home atmosphere.
Unwind in your bright open living space with comfortable seating, modern kitchen, and coastal-inspired décor.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Whitecap Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Packery Channel
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby

Aruba Bay Resort - Whalecome Inn TABG122: Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball and Beach Nearby

Why Guests Love This Property
Whalecome Inn is a bright and playful townhouse ideal for families, friends, or couples seeking a coastal getaway. Enjoy a spacious open-concept living area, a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a private patio perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. With two heated pools, water slides, a splash pad, and plenty of resort amenities nearby, this property makes it easy to mix relaxation and fun.

Highlights
Open living, dining, and kitchen area
Private fenced patio with seating
Washer and dryer on-site
Two resort-style heated pools with slides
Pet-friendly with space for up to two dogs
Short walk to the beach, close to Mustang Island State Park and Padre Island National Seashore

Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom (first floor): King size bed
Second bedroom (second floor): Two twin beds with twin trundle
Living area (second floor): Queen size sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
1st Floor - Walk-in shower off primary
2nd Floor - Walk-in shower for guests
Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards.

Kitchen and Dining
Fully equipped kitchen on the second floor
Seating for eight
Keurig coffee maker

Community Amenities
Heated resort-style pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Pool Update: The pool is open and available for normal use. Due to local Stage 3 water restrictions, decorative features like fountains and splash elements are temporarily unavailable.
Poolside loungers, Tiki huts, and picnic tables
Clubhouse and game room
Pickleball court and two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station

Guest FAQs
Q: Is the kitchen and living area on the first floor?
A: No, the kitchen and main living area are on the second floor, while the master bedroom and first full bathroom are on the first floor.

Q: How close is the beach?
A: Just a 15-minute walk, perfect for quick trips to soak up the sun.

Q: Are there bathrooms for all guests?
A: Yes! There are two full bathrooms—one on the first floor and one on the second floor.

Q: Is there space to relax outdoors?
A: Yes! The private fenced patio is great for coffee, evening drinks, or just unwinding.

Location
Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles
USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium: 26 miles

Policies and Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Primary guest must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Signed Rental Agreement is required prior to check-in
Dog Friendly Property: Maximum of Two Dogs/No Weight Restriction
Pet Fees: For stays of 1–29 days, the pet fee is $100 per pet plus a $50 cleaning fee, and for stays of 30+ days, the pet fee is $300 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee

STR Permit #: 307748

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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
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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

Property # 3790897vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Corpus Christi

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Padre Island, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Sealife Center, or check out an event or a game at Thomas J Henry Tennis Center. Jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Padre Balli Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Packery Channel - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brewster Street Icehouse On The Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby have a pool?

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

Is Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball & Beach Nearby located?

This family-friendly Corpus Christi holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Whitecap Beach and Padre Balli Park. North Padre Island Beach is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. You get bare minimum things to cook with. You have to buy everything for your stay like salt and pepper. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for staying with us, we’re glad you enjoyed the home! We appreciate your feedback regarding the kitchen essentials. While we do provide the basics for cooking, we intentionally keep pantry items like salt and pepper minimal for safety and hygiene reasons. That said, we understand how this can impact convenience and will certainly take your note into consideration as we look for ways to improve. Thanks again for being our guest, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!-Padre Escapes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Enjoued our stay

Property was exactly as listed. Plenty of room for our family of four. Convently located to Whitecap beach and great amenities onsite too. Property managememt was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
Wow! Thank you for your awesome review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. We always strive to provide perfect, 5-Star service & accommodations! We would be happy to welcome you back anytime and we thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Whalecome Inn is Perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit gives the perfect Whalecome as soon as you walk through the door. The layout is Amazing!!! Perfect location with great amenities to enjoy. The idea of the master suite downstairs gives the best privacy!!!! Kitchen and living room with 2nd bedroom all upstairs is AMAZING!!! This unit is definitely a favorite of ours and we WILL be returning.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the layout and location made such a great impression — especially the master suite downstairs for that extra privacy. It’s fantastic to know Whalecome Inn has become a favorite for you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

CaGe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, and accommodating for a family of 5. The kitchen has everything you need to cook meals for the family. I love the design of the condo. I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars as we would have appreciated heavier blankets (the provided blankets are just a thicker version of a sheet), and the garage that was advertised is being occupied by the owner's golf cart, which does not come with the rental. You'll see other condo renters being able to park in their garages and you feel a little bummed you can't park in the garage as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad the condo was a great fit for your family and that you found the space well-stocked and comfortable. We appreciate your note about the blankets. As for the garage, we do list access as one parking spot only since the owner's golf cart is stored there. We’re sorry for any confusion and will double-check the listing to ensure it's clear. We’d love to host you again and truly appreciate you staying with us!-Padre Escapes
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10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

We loved our stay....

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was such a nice place to stay. Loved the space, decor, master bed with adjustable head. We hope to stay again next winter.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2024
Thank you for your feedback and your great review. You were fantastic guests, and we cannot wait to host another awesome stay for you! Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Wonderful Home away from Home!

Other than the code not working to get in the house upon arrival (which was resolved within 20 minutes by the awesome management company) our stay was AMAZING! The house was beautiful and spotless! We were all so comfortable and had soooo much fun! Four blocks from the beach and so peaceful. We didn’t want to leave! The amenities on the property were great and the pool with the slide was fun! The yacht club was full of fun games and pickle ball was great! Fun for families and couples alike!!! Recommended the property to friends of ours who are looking to stay there now as well!!! Beautiful home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Stephen W.

NICE PLACE BUT MISLEADING

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place. Clean. Fairly new appliances and furniture. When you have a car and you look for a place with a garage and then you rent it and find a golf cart parked in the garage its a misleading advert. We rented the unit next door(126) a week before and it had a usable garage so we assumed this unit would but the owners decided to advertise falsely. It was made worse by the cold freeze weather where we had to park outside. No garage was a big disappointment!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2024
Thank you for your review, Stephen. We are always looking to evolve and improve the guest experience, so we truly value your feedback. The Garage is accessible and is advertised as such. We also included a photo highlighting the golf cart taking up some space. We look forward to hosting you for another stay!
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6/10 Okay

A guest from Cedar Park, TX, TX

Whalecome Inn was dirty

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was nice and spacious. Walk softly otherwise the neighbors will hear. Upon arriving we noticed the condo was unclean. Dog hair was still on base boards and floor. We tried to use the vacuum but it was full of dog. And left a huge mound of dog hair when turned on, it was disgusting. As far as the property, the pool was over crowded. The pool restroom was absolutely disgusting, unclean. The second floor of the club house was covered in bugs. When we went up there we immediately ran down and still had bugs on us. The property needed to be sprayed for bugs and mosquitoes. You could not go out on patio without being attacked by mosquitoes. I wish there was a shower by the pool area to wash the sand off, people were getting in the pool to wash off.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
Kristen, we’re sorry to hear that you did not have The Padre Escapes experience that we strive to deliver but we will be sure to address the items mentioned. Please feel free to give our office a call for your next vacation needs, and we’re happy to update you on the progress of your mentioned concerns. We look forward to welcoming you back to offer you a more curated experience!
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4/10 Poor

A guest from Temple, TX

Love the unit, public amenities need maintenance

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 3rd stay at Aruba Bay and Wholesome Inn. We absolutely love the unit and location. Unfortunately, we are disappointed in the overall maintenance of the public amenities. The first year we came, there were organized activities for families (s'mores by the pool, fishing) which we loved and our kids looked forward to, we found out the 2nd year this was no longer happening which was a disappointment. The slide pool, which is one of our main attractions to the Aruba Bay property, is always overcrowded. We usually escape to the other pool for some peace and safety from too many people etc. This year the pools were honestly disgusting to say the least. Both pools waterline tile was disgusting with grime and gunk of which I suspect is sunscreen etc and understand at the beach this is hard to combat however, it looked as though it hadn't been deep cleaned in a very long time. It was uninviting along with the hairballs that were found in the pools and of course the overcrowding just continues to get worse and worse each year. The birds nesting in the slide pool covering and the amount of bird poop on top of the slides is awful and disgusting not to mention the risk of germs and diseases carried by birds. There was missing limestone tiles on the slide pillars and mold and algae growing everywhere. As far as the unit, as previously stated, we love the unit, the furnishing and the household items available are always perfect for our stay and it feels like our home away from home. I did notice this year there is some mold around the air conditioning vent in the living room as you walk towards the bedroom and bathroom. I didn't notice this until the last day but do wonder if it contributed to our daughter starting to have respiratory symptoms by the 3rd day of the trip. We enjoyed our vacation as we found a lot of things to do away from the property but we are not sure we will be back to Aruba Bay or any other properties managed by Padre Escapes in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you for being loyal guests and for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you love the unit and find it feels like your home away from home. We truly appreciate your kind words about the furnishings and household items. We’re very sorry to hear about your concerns with the maintenance and cleanliness of the public amenities, especially the pools. Please know that these issues, including overcrowding and cleanliness, have been addressed with the property management team to ensure a better experience moving forward. We also took immediate action regarding the AC vent, which has been inspected and resolved. We value your feedback as it helps us improve and provide better experiences for all guests. We hope that, despite these challenges, you had a memorable vacation and would welcome the opportunity to host you again in the future.

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