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Unwind in your stylish living space with bold blue accents, comfy seating, and modern conveniences including in-unit laundry for ultimate comfort.
Take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool while enjoying the modern poolside pavilion and comfortable lounge areas.
Relax in your bright, modern space with stylish blue accents, full kitchen, and convenient in-unit laundry.
Sink into this stylish living room where bold blue accents create a vibrant atmosphere for your evening relaxation and entertainment.
Your bright living space features comfortable seating, a large TV, and stylish blue accents that create a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More

Aruba Bay Resort - blu TABG109: Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool and More

Why Guests Love This Property
Guests love blu for its vibrant beach-inspired style, open-concept layout, and private patio perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Families enjoy the pet-friendly accommodations, easy beach access, and resort amenities, making every stay both relaxing and fun.

Highlights
Spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhouse sleeps 8
Private fenced patio for outdoor relaxation
Open living, dining, and fully equipped kitchen
Washer and dryer for added convenience
Flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi throughout
Access to Aruba Bay Resort pools, Tiki huts, and game room
Short 15-minute walk to the beach

Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom: Queen bed
Second bedroom: Full-over-full bunk bed
Living area: Queen sleeper sofa
Bathrooms: Walk-in shower
Half bathroom

Kitchen and Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
Seating for ten
Keurig and 12-cup 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 there a washer and dryer on-site?
A: Yes! The townhouse has a convenient washer and dryer to keep everyone’s beach towels and clothes fresh.

Q: How close is the beach?
A: Just a short 15-minute walk! Grab your sunscreen and flip-flops for a fun day in the sand.

Q: What entertainment options are available?
A: Blu is stocked with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi for streaming. Plus, Aruba Bay Resort offers pools, a game room, Tiki huts, and a pickleball court.

Q: Is parking available?
A: Yes! Reserved parking for two vehicles in front of the entrance, with additional guest parking nearby.

Location
15-minute walk to the beach
Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles
USS Lexington: 26 miles
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 #: 307870

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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 # 3792864vb
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and Funtrackers Family Fun 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 - 1.2 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Packery Channel - 6 min drive - 5.3 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 Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$537, 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 Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More 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. Texas Sealife Center and North Padre Island Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool is amazing. Home was clean and well decorated. A
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the pool—that’s always a guest favorite—and that the home was clean and well decorated. We truly appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again soon for another great getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2025
We’re so glad everything was excellent! It sounds like the perfect getaway, and we’d love to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario G.

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

It was a wonderful experience, our kids love the place and pool

I will definitely book with u guys next year or sooner if possible
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
We are so excited to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danny b.

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

Perfect

Wonderful place
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2024
Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind review, and we are so glad you had a great stay with Padre Escapes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Family friendly stay very close to beach

Highly recommend this condo - super cute! Everything was as listed/described and staff was very responsive and helpful with booking and checking in. Will do this one again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from ,

Blu-tiful retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place. Clean and well maintained. I recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so glad you found the property clean and well maintained. We also have to say, we absolutely loved your review title! Clever and perfect ! TABG109-Blu is BLU-tiful! We’d love to welcome you back anytime! - Padre Escapes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacque S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotless! Beautiful! Spacious! Relaxing! Had everything we needed :) thank you for helping us create the best memories- definitely will be back to blu!Also, loved the little kid bowls and plates that was a great touch and very helpful!The kids Loved the swimming pools too- clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a relaxing and memorable stay at Blu-tiful. It means a lot to know the space had everything you needed and that the little touches—like the kid-friendly dishes—made a difference for your family. We’re especially happy the kids enjoyed the clean swimming pools! Can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable memories!
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica E.

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

Great stay!

The condo was great. Plenty of room for our family of 3 plus a small dog. The yard was perfect for her, too. The only issue were the mattresses were not comfortable, but everyone has different preferences for that. The property grounds were nice and the pool looked like fun, just always super busy. Overall, great place and a nice sta!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Edelmiro G.

Great time

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: The condo was really beautiful. It has a relaxing feeling and was close enough to the pool to walk. We are certainly planning on making another trip soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2024
Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind review, and we are so glad you had a great stay with Padre Escapes!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sheri H.

BLU review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good- some areas need more cleaning. The lights over the island were dirty (we cleaned them).
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind review, and we are so glad you had a great stay with Padre Escapes!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Plano, TX

Great service! The on-site team was wonderful.

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: Our original rental had a hiccup found by the maintenance crew. The team switched us to another property with a rate match. While it wasn't our first choice of location, the property was clean, easy to access, and everything it was billed to be. We felt the management team provided a great experience, as attentive as a nice hotel. Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2024
Thank you very much for your review and feedback, Don. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay overall and that we were able to quickly assist you with anything needed. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. For the most curated experience and best rates, please give our office a call directly to book. We look forward to seeing you again and thank you for choosing Padre Escapes!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Perfect for a quick getaway

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: While it's not large it's the perfect size for a three day getaway with two baths and large bunks suitable for adults and children. Padre Escapes does a great job welcoming you in, providing access to what is needed and a quick & easy checkout. My recommendation for the property owner is to buy a more comfortable matress for the bedroom. My recommendation to Padre Escapes is to make sure housekeeping locks the back door. I was surprised to find the morning after we checked in the back door was unlocked, presenting a safety concern.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Kristy E.

2 Star

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat 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: Location was the only good thing about this stay. Didn't receive the check in info until after 4pm. Bunk beds had sand on the sheets, for a place that sleeps 8 there was ONE blanket in the closet with sand. Pans & utensils are rusty. Wasn't a happy stay for my family.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Kristy. We are deeply disappointed to hear you did not have the wonderful experience that we aim to offer here at Padre Escapes. We strive to go the extra mile for each and every guest, including making something right if it needs attention. We will address the issues that you have brought to our attention and ensure that they are taken care of. In the future, we ask that you give our office a call the moment you notice something that needs attention during your stay. This way, we have every opportunity to correct it and improve your experience in a timely manner. Thank you again for your feedback. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

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

Loved the stay in North Padre Island

Townhome unit was very clean, fully stocked, and had easy access to the beach. Our family had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Derrick C.

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

It was a wonderful stay for the entire family! We’ll go back for sure!

Staying at Blu was very nice and relaxing. The only reason we gave it 4 stars is because of the construction going on right outside our rental. The place had a cool vibe and the pool, games and deck on site were a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2023
We apologize about the construction inconvenience but am very glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for visiting us.

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