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Beach
A heated pool
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1540 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, North Padre Island Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Corpus Christi

With a stay at this vacation home in Corpus Christi (Padre Island), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of North Padre Island Beach and Whitecap Beach. .This vacation home is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Padre Island National Seashore and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Padre Balli Park.

What's nearby

  • Padre Balli Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Whitecap Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Padre Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Bob Hall Pier - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 24 min drive - 23.3 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬2 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dog-Friendly Retreat | Heated Pool, Private Patio & Garage

Sun Castle CPB903: Dog-Friendly Retreat | Heated Pool, Private Patio and Garage

Why Guests Love This Property
Sun Castle is a spacious, pet-friendly townhome in Palm Bay Village, perfect for families or groups seeking a relaxing island retreat. Guests love the open-concept living area, the tropical heated pool just steps away, and the private patio for morning coffee or evening relaxation. With three bedrooms, a loft, and garage parking, this property offers comfort, convenience, and plenty of space to unwind after a day exploring North Padre Island.

Highlights
Pet-friendly with private patio and garage access
Steps from lagoon-style heated pool with kid splash area and waterfall
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with modern furnishings
Fully equipped kitchen with 12-cup coffee maker
Washer and dryer in-unit for guest convenience
Central Palm Bay Village location near beaches, shopping, and dining
Loft space for extra sleeping or play area

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom (1st Floor): King bed
Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): Queen bed
Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): Two twin-over-twin bunk beds
Bathrooms:
1st Floor – Walk-in shower for primary and half bath for guest
2nd Floor – Tub/shower combo
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
The fully equipped kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, cookware, and utensils. The dining area comfortably seats six, making it perfect for family meals or enjoying takeout from local restaurants.

Community Amenities
Palm Bay Village offers a lagoon-style heated swimming pool with waterfall, rocks, and a shallow kid splash area. Poolside loungers, tables, and gas grills create a tropical retreat atmosphere for all ages.

Guest FAQs
Q. Is this property pet-friendly?
A. Yes, up to two pets under 20 lbs and 20" in height are welcome. Pet fees and cleaning fees apply.
Q. How close is the beach?
A. The beach is a 5-minute drive away.
Q. Is parking included?
A. Yes, garage parking for two vehicles is provided, with additional marked guest parking throughout the complex.
Q. Are linens and towels provided?
A. Yes, all linens, towels, and comforters are professionally laundered before each stay.

Location
Beach Access – 5-minute drive
Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles
USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles

Policies and Details
Two-night minimum stay required
Contracting guest must be 25+ with valid ID
Signed Rental Agreement required prior to check-in
Pet-friendly (max two pets under 20 lbs and 20" height)

STR Permit #: 308360
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,540 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Dog-Friendly Retreat | Heated Pool, Private Patio & Garage Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Very nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025