Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Parking available

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Laundry

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Corpus Christi, TX

North Beach10 min walk
Texas State Aquarium17 min walk
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay2 min drive
Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Hallway)

2 Single Beds

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

Heading to Texas for a sun-kissed coastal getaway? Then this Corpus Christi vacation rental is the perfect spot for you! The 1-bedroom, 1-bath 'Sandcastle Suite' condo, located in the Villa del Sol community, offers modern amenities and a cozy place to relax after days on the water. After surfing, sailing, or kiteboarding on the coast, walk to Blackbeard's on the Beach for some tasty local fare and live music. For shoreside fun, tour the famous USS Lexington or visit the Texas State Aquarium!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | Beach Access | Walking Distance to Attractions

Seafaring couples and small groups will love the oceanfront location, closeness to dining and nightlife, and views of the Gulf from this charming Corpus Christi condo!

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Hallway: Twin Bunk Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: 2 outdoor pools (1 heated), fitness center, charcoal grill, laundry facilities
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished balcony, beach views
INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen cable TVs, games
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, coffee maker, microwave, dishware & flatware, drinkware, mixing bowls, toaster, breakfast nook
GENERAL: Central heat & A/C, ceiling fans, linens/towels, hair dryer
FAQ: No elevator, stairs required for access, quiet hours after 10:00 PM, parking & beach access fee (paid on-site)
PARKING: Lot parking (2 vehicles), additional parking available for purchase

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES + PARKS: North Beach (on-site access), Dolphin Park (1.1 miles), McGee Beach (3.7 miles), Padre Island National Seashore (38.7 miles)
THINGS TO DO: USS Lexington (0.8 miles), Texas State Aquarium (1.3 miles), Marinaville Boat Launch (1.4 miles), Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (2.6 miles), Whataburger Field (2.6 miles), The Art Museum of South Texas (2.7 miles)
WALK TO DINING: Fajitaville (0.4 miles), Philly Cheesesteaks (0.5 miles), Blackbeard's On the Beach (0.6 miles), Whataburger (0.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Corpus Christi International Airport (11.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM
- NOTE: The elevators are not available for use and there are 3 flights of stairs to access the property, which may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: An additional fee of $15 for parking and beach access is required upon arrival at the property. This covers up to 2 vehicles - extra parking spots may be purchased for $10 per additional vehicle

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Laundry

Outdoor space

Beach view

Corpus Christi Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 420 Sq Ft | Step-Free Entry

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Corpus Christi

Located on the beach, this condo is in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Beach and popular attractions include Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Whataburger Field or American Bank Center. With scuba diving and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

North Beach - 10 min walk
Texas State Aquarium - 17 min walk
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 2 min drive
American Bank Center - 6 min drive
Hurricane Alley Waterpark - 7 min drive

Getting around

Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

Whataburger - 5 min drive
Railroad Seafood Station - 5 min drive
Whataburger - 10 min walk
Brewster Street Icehouse - 5 min drive
Blackbeard's On The Beach - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools!?

Self-parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Surfside 'Sandcastle Suite' w/ Balcony & 2 Pools! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Beach condo is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach, Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. Dolphin Park and Harbor Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

8.6

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Christy W.

22 September 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

This place is terrible, I cannot believe I got this off a Vrbo listing.

We showed up at around 730 or so and pulled up to villa del sol complex, the building literally is falling down, we didn’t really want to even get out of the car but we had been on the road 8 hrs and had booked this through Vrbo how bad could it be. Upon entry we are met with a friendly guy make small talk and check in. Pull around, the elevator is broke which was in description, but the stairs were rotting through rusty, tetanus waiting to happen. We open the door immediately hit in face with cleaning smell takes your breath away, burns your eyes The hallway and living room floors are wavy, spongy walking around, fans were broke, bath vent had no cover or anything on it, the ac was drained into the shower, the pvc just poked through the Sheetrock There is mold around the ac ducts, in the hallway, eyes still burning. The balcony was quite shaky when I went out on it. The lights on part of the outside were blinking off and on like a horror movie. When we went to the beach the bottom floor smelt like strong human fecal matter. The pictures of the unit had to be from when they first built it. We have used Vrbo before and have had no issues, but if this is the kinda property’s Vrbo is gonna represent I don’t think I will be using them anymore. If I could tell anyone in the Vrbo company that could do it. I would tell them not to represent any units in the villa del sol surfside complex. You are gonna have lots of angry customers, and it doesn’t look good on you. Thank you Daniel and Christy Wagoner

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrea R.

28 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Deceptive description

Described as "oceanfront " and "gulf views" although it it on the far north side of the bay, 30 minutes from the gulf. It does say what restaurants are close to it, but I didn't know those places and didn't Google them to see where they were. Apartment is a bit rundown. There was an additional fee at check-in I was unaware of.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kimberly W., Midland MI

26 August 2022

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

Beachfront Condo on North Beach Corpus Christi

Starting with the good, check in was easy, the place was clean and they seem to be updating the inside. The VIEW! It was a great view. We had everything we needed for our 3 night stay, which was a nice surprise. Towels were new and fluffy, coffee pot and filters and hand soap at both sinks. The not so good, the baloney is rotting, floor was spongy and when we looked, the floor is cracking in many places and the ceiling of the balcony is falling down. The floor is the unit has the same issues in the livingroom/kitchen area. The front door lock didn’t have instructions, thought it would be like a hotel room door that when it closes it locks….not the case, you have to hit the lock button. Have no idea if the unit was ever locked when we were in it. The building itself is in need of repairs. They were painting, but it definitely needs more than a coat of paint. The general area of North Beach is pretty run down. We really didn’t spend much time here at all, went and explored other areas. All in all, we had a clean condo with everything we needed. So depending on what you are looking to do, the condo was a great deal and I can tell the owners are slowly trying to fix up what they can control. We felt safe, the air conditioning worked great as well as the hot water. Furnishing were nice and cable and wifi worked.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Marie G.

20 August 2022

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great communication

Although it's not what we were hoping for or expecting, the manager and owner was easy to work with.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

TAMERA S.

30 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great views! A work In progress... constant improvements being made! Quick & responsive owners.

Pros: Close to the beach, nice view, the whole area is well lit and we always felt safe. Close to attractions, but we ended up driving b/c there wasn't a great route to just walk without getting sand all in your shoes. We LOVED the Texas State Aquarium! We really enjoyed the USS Lexington Battle ship (be prepared to be exhausted after climbing all of the steps), & our favorite restaurant was Pier 99. Very windy seating area, may have to wait a while for food, but it was so good that we went twice while we were there! All 3 of us really enjoyed our food. Prices a bit high, but that was to be expected. A few things that can be used at the beach were provided, a beach chair, a couple of boogie/body boards (great fun the last day), a brand new collapsable wagon (we didn't end up using, but perfect if you have littles). Good size fridge & kitchen basics. Careful not to assume that everything you need will be there. My husband had to make tea in the blender "pitcher" b/c there were no plastic pitchers for beverages. Cons: The building is definitely older as other reviews have mentioned. There was also some random work being done during "quiet hours," but was usually short lived. There was some noise in the hallways which is noticeable as the bedroom is right next to the hallway & not too far from the stairwell, but was usually short lived and didn't "keep us up through the night." It is a very compact space, so beware if traveling with older kids. We ended up just having my husband and myself and our 12 year old, but it would have been a challenge had there been more people. But, we are used to having plenty of space in our home, so that's probably just a personal preference. The bed is NOT a KING as someone in a previous review stated, & one of the main reasons I chose this location. To be fair the listing does say Queen, but I was hopeful! :) The bed itself was SUPER comfortable, but the top sheet kept sliding around & bunching up and drove me crazy b/c of the mattress cover. That's my issue, but made it hard to sleep. The last night I tried to sleep on the bottom bunk. It was like sleeping on a concrete block. The bunkbeds are NOT made for older teens or adults. It made my whole body hurt. It would be perfect for a small child that doesn't know what a comfortable bed feels like and doesn't have an old achy body! Very quick reply from owners as any issues/questions arose. Nice place if on a budget & love a view!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022