Enjoy the sunset from the deck off the living area (view the Kennedy Causeway)
Location: Corpus Christi, Gulf Coast, Texas, USA (Traveling across the JFK Causeway see our rooftop to right) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: Condominium
Two bedroom, two bath waterfront Condo on north Padre Island. Not a high rise type, our condo is the corner penthouse of a two-story building with one adjacent neighbor. You view the Laguna Madre, Kennedy Causeway and the Packery Channel from the living room and decks. Outdoorsman's Dream - Coastal Vacation, all in one.
Keep your boat in the water at the dock out back (within 20 feet of the back door) or just enjoy the coastal environment. You and the kids can fish along the bulkhead/docks under the lights at night. Take a kayak adventure on the Packery Channel and the surrounding coastal flats area where fishing and birding can be very productive. Surfing, windsurfing the SE tradewind, migratory waterfowl hunting, and water skiing are also regular outdoor opportunities in the Laguna. There is a large Pool shared by the residents of Puente Vista for an afternoon freshwater swim. Drive to the beach at Padre Balli Park or to the Bob Hall Pier in 5 minutes. Padre Isles Country Club and Golf club is within a couple miles. There are organized activities for winter Texans throughout the winter months in the Recreation room. The meeting/gathering room can also be made available to guests for a variety of functions with proper notice.
Grill your catch or burgers by the waters edge. The dining room table easily seats six or more with the bench. The kitchen has a nice refrigerator with freezer and stove. There is a dishwasher and all cooking/eating utensils.
Relax in one of the four recliner chairs (2 sofa/2 loveseat) in the living room and watch the HD LCD/TV or read a book. There is a King-size bed full bath and TV in the master bedroom that looks out to the bay (Laguna Madre). A Queen-size bed plus a double bottom and single top bunk bed in the front bedroom with full bath and deck. Bed linens and bath towels are included. The Bedrooms and Living room all have walkout deck area's with sliding glass door access.
There are clean and well maintained Washers and Dryers (coin) in the central recreation/pool/party area. There is a parking area to store your boat trailer or extra vehicles on site. Fish cleaning station with freshwater washdown at the waters edge.
The Packery Channel provides an open waterway pass for boat access to the Gulf of Mexico (appx 3 miles from the condo – 10 minute boat ride) between the newly constructed jetties. The jetties can also be a productive fishing spot to target Tarpon, Snook, King and Spanish Mackerel and the ever-popular Redfish.
Drive to the Gulf of Mexico Beach in 5-minutes or to the Corpus Christi marina in 10-minutes (very convenient location). Port Aransas is a 30-minute drive north on the island via 361. The National Seashore Park is about a 20-minute drive south via P22 on Padre Island. Please see my website below for further information and map. I am a REALTOR in the state of Texas, and I own this condo.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Washer and Drier are located in the community area along with the inground pool and meeting center (available for large parties).
- Dryer : Washer and Drier are located in the community area along with the inground pool and meeting center (available for large parties).
- Off Street Parking : double tandem parking.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : parking in the center area for boat trailer.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed : Lower unit is a double size, top is single. The bunk bed is located in front bedroom along with the queen bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : HD with LCD TV in the living room. Regular TV in master bedroom.
- DVD
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Washer and Drier is located in the community area along with the inground pool and meeting/gathering center (available for large parties).
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : The condo is directly on the Laguna Madre. Bulkhead and dock are within 20' of door. Fishing and boat mooring. Perfect for kayaking.
- Ocean View : View from the deck is of the Laguna Madre and JFK Causeway. The condo is directly on the Laguna Madre. Bulkhead and dock are within 20' of door. Fishing and boat mooring.
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : The condo is directly on the Laguna Madre. Bulkhead and dock are within 20' of door. Fishing and boat mooring. Perfect for kayaking.
- Water View : View from the deck is of the Laguna Madre and JFK Causeway. The condo is directly on the Laguna Madre. Bulkhead and dock are within 20' of door. Fishing and boat mooring.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless internet
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Basketball Court
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars (Check))
Summer 2012: May 1 - September 31.. $185/nt *3 night minimum .. $1150/wk
April 2012 Special : April only.. $165/nt *3 night minimum .. $1050/wk
Fall 2011: October 1 - December 31.. $165/nt *3 night minimum .. $1050/wk
**2011 2 Night Rate** .. $400
Winter Monthly 2013: January-March only.. $2000/month
Total rent is due 30 days in advance. No refunds.
Availability subject to change until reservation is confirmed.
Published fees include normal cleaning fees. 15% Tax not included.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Bayfront Condo on the Laguna Madre (Padre Island)
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Corpus Christi
The Laguna Madre area provides all sorts of outdoor activities with access to the blue water of the Gulf of Mexico via the Packery Channel jetty. Easy auto/bike access to the Gulf of Mexico beaches. Quick access to downtown Corpus Christi and a manageable drive (20 minutes) to Port Aransas. Unobstructed views of the JFK Causeway and Laguna Madre sunset. And immediate access out the condo door to the boat dock to keep boat in the water while you're down.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Unobstructed views of the JFK Causeway and Laguna Madre sunset. Out the door access to the boat at the dock (25'). Kayak from the dock to good fishing and birding water in the Laguna Madre flats. HD LCD-TV and wifi internet access.
You can access the Gulf of Mexico Beach front from many different spots, closest is 3 miles from the condo. Rmemeber that on the Texas beach front you can drive. Some areas require 4 wheel drive although if you stay on the path well traveled 2 wheel drive is fine most of the time.
Pass to the Gulf of Mexico by boats large and small. Also an excellent place to fish from the rocks and easily accessable by foot. I prefer the south jetty.
Golf isn't my cup of tea, but Padre Isles Country Club is also a "Certified Audobon Cooperative Sanctuary". http://www.padreislescc.com/
less than 1 block from the condo front door (2 minute walk). Also this is where the coin laundry is located.
Eat fish and shrimp off of paper plates. Snoopys is a local experience you should try at least once. Big atmosphere & views. Cash only. Buy bait and launch your boat next door at M37.
Exit onto Waldron Rd. Watch closely if you are traveling back toward the mainland because it is the exit just BEFORE the end of the causeway. It is huge and even has some beach and fishing tackle. Also there are a couple places to rent kayaks along the road - Wind and Wave www.windandwave.net on the southside and Jerry B's jerrybskayaks.com the northside.
Best Hamburger on the island...at $8 but includes fries. Also a nice place to grab a cold beer out of the sun.
Excellent seafood restaurant accessable by boat - cut across the Laguna Madre or follow ther marked channels via the New Humble channel, or travel there by car on Laguna Shores Rd - to the end.
Local "watering" hole. On weekends they usually have a good band and other nights Karyoke or poker...must say they have an outstanding group of shuffle board players.
Liquor store on the corner sells ice for .50 per bag. A new Thai restaraunt is going in. I haven't tried it, but it is going to be very convenient and I love Thai food!
This is the place to windsurf. The prevailing SE wind avgs 20MPH from March through July. A world renowned area for windsurfing. There are sometimes 50 on the water. Lessons available. www.worldwinds.net
Nice launch and no cost. There are actually several in this area including a nice one at Marker 37. Pick the one that seems best for your boat.
Fishing,Exploring,Camping...70 miles of untamed seashore accessable (4 wheelers only). A National Park so the entrance fee is $10 for 7 days. Also Bird Island boat launch & Worldwinds windsurfing.
Boat launch and excellent wade and kayak fishing area. Shamrock Island Cove is great protected water for kayaking.
Drive in Fishing, kayaking and Birding
Another excellent park and walk/kayak in fishing area.
You can access this area by car and then wade or kayak in. Can be an excellent early morning fishing spot in the summer months
My favorite place for live bait. It's been here forever. They have a fishing pier into the ICW too. There are public boat launches all along this area.
Includes rod and reel repair shop. All manner of tackle, lures, equipment...a TRUE Superstore for fisherman. Also WestMarine and Ronnies Boats are right here.
Gotta go OTB (over the bridge) back to the main land, but this is one of the best "comfort"food joints around. Wait staff is there for you. I haven;t tried it all...just eat the special when I go. They're not trying to immitate anything, just making good tasting food.
Minature Golf, kids stuff. T-shirt and shell shops dot this area.
http://gotexas.about.com/od/attraction1/tp/CCAttractions.htm Downtown attractions.
Owner's Map of Corpus Christi
We are a family of 4 that love outdoor activities, water sports, fishing and hunting. Dad fishes, Mom kayaks, we all walk the beaches and Packery Jetty and ride bikes down Ocean Drive (excellent biking trail). Son (college)hunts duck, hangs at the beaches with friends. Daughter (highschool) loves the beach, kayaking, fishing and swimming, and enjoys hanging out at the Packery Jetty.
Property Photos
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- Enjoy the sunset from the deck off the living area (view the Kennedy Causeway) - Corpus Christi, Texas Condo
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- Kayaking in the Laguna Madre out back. Many fishing and wildlife exploring areas - Corpus Christi, Texas Condo
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- Main deck off the living views the Laguna Madre sunset.Table seats 6 w/bench - Corpus Christi, Texas Condo
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- Living room with leather 4 recliner sofa & loveseat,Flatscrn HDTV(new Jan '10).
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- The kitchen outfitted with full refrig,D/W,microwv,utensils,plates,pots & pans.
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- Master has a nice king size bed, full bath and deck overlooking the bay. CATV
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- View from the master deck.
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- Full bathrooms in each bedroom. Bath towels included.
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- Front bedroom with bunk and queen sized beds, a deck, plus a full bath.
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- Have fun swimming in the condo pool.Coin laundry(clean) is adjacent to pool.
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- Condo pool
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- Out back at boat dock,cleaning table & BBQ. Fish from the pier or lights @ night
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- View of our condos from below the causeway.
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- Enjoy the Gulf of Mexico beach (3 miles away). A bike ride away!
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- Packery Jetties channel to Gulf of Mexico(3 miles). Excellent walk-able fishing
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- Fishing and duck hunting can be very good in the Laguna Madre.
Traveler Reviews (16)
great location and condo
Guest: tina
(austin)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
The size of the condo was perfect...big enough for 2 couples and 4 kids. The view from the deck was awesome (both morning and sunset) and It is in a great location to everything....i would highly recommend staying here. Louis and his wife were very nice and helpful and seem to be very honest in their description of this rental.
Owner response:Thanks for the nice review Christine!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Location
Guest: happytraveler
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/17/11
Review Submitted: 08/30/11
The condo is clean and has a great location. We had a great time! The owner was great to work with! Somethings that you may want to know before you go are that the washer and dryer are in a hot room by the pool. The tempeture in the condo was ok for me. I had two men who like it cooler and they were a little warm. If you sleep with the door open we found it to be cooler in the bedrooms. I would recomend this condo to someone who doesnt run on the hot side. I enjoyed my time. Be sure to look out the balcony you can see the fish swimming in the water! Bring your fishing pole! Place to fish right off the back of the condo!
Owner response:No doubt about it, this August was as hot as it's ever been in south Texas. The HVAC is brand spanking new and working at peak performance, but the condo was built in 1974. Normally it's cool enough.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect getaway
Guest: Lorrie
(Taylor)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11
Review Submitted: 06/16/11
We stayed at this condo from 6/8/11-6/12/11 for our annual fishing trip. It was absolutely perfect. The kitchen is well equipped for those that enjoy cooking and the deck overlooking the bay was very nice. It was very convenient being able to dock our boat right outside the room at the pier. Thanks for a great place. Lorrie - Taylor, TX
Owner response:Thank you for the kind response Lorrie. We're always happy when guests have a goodtime at the condo. I hope you have an opportunity to come back soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Great Stay Even in the Heat
Guest: Matt
(Fort Worth)
Date of Stay: 08/02/10
Review Submitted: 08/08/10
My family's stay at the condo couldn't have gone better. The condo is exactly like you describe it. The sunsets alone are worth it. The condo is within 5 minutes of just about any amenity you would want while staying near the ocean. The rooms were comfortable, the view is wonderful, and even the fishing was good just off the docks behind the condo. My family couldn't have been happier during our vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Very Comfortable Condo! Great Location!
Guest: Sara
(Rogers, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/26/10
Review Submitted: 08/06/10
Mr. Rogers, thanks so much for letting us use your condo. Everything we needed was there, including trash bags, toilet paper, hand and dish soap, etc. (unlike other places we have stayed!). It was very comfortable--felt like home--and in a terrific location. I also liked the second bedroom's accommodations. It was easy to get my two young children to sleep. We look forward to contacting you again next summer!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect for fishermen
Guest: Hook 'Em
(Karnes Co, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/15/10
Review Submitted: 08/04/10
If you have 3-6 fishermen and want to leave your boat on the water on the ULM, I can't imagine a better set-up. We fished early morning and late afternoon and didn't have to mess with trailering the boat. Dock and cleaning table right out back. Ample parking. Boat ride to eat under the JFK bridge. Awesome sunsets. Well-stocked kitchen. Follow directions for AC unit and everything works great. Owner very friendly and accomodating. Will be a frequent user.
Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beach Vacation
Guest: SDB
(Fort Worth, Texas )
Date of Stay: 08/12/09
Review Submitted: 08/04/10
My family and I had a great get-away. The accomadations were very clean and comfortable. We loved the balcony that looks out to Laguna Madre. The only thing we found a bit uncomfortable was that it was a bit hot in the condo in the evening and at night.
Owner response:We replaced the old unit outside this month (June 2011). It's still an older building, so it won't ever be ice cold with exterior doors opening and the sun setting in the west....but its comfortable. I still think it best to keep the thermostat on the AC above 78 degrees during the afternoon hours of July and August...but you can lower the temp to 70 during the evening and morning for better sleeping comfort (we also have ceiling fans in all rooms including the kitchen, dining, living, and bedrooms). High traffic in and out (like kids will do) can compound the issue. These buildings were built in the 1970's so they just aren't efficient. We do have solar screens on the windows plus indoor wood shutters facing the sunset to relieve some of the dead-on heat factor. It is just hot in south Texas during these months. Spring and fall are recommended for milder temps and breezy evenings with the windows open.
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juky stay at condo
Guest: danny
(seguin,tx united states)
Date of Stay: 07/08/10
Review Submitted: 08/04/10
view was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! location was also great put us near alot of things to do it was like we where at home the intire time we stayed fishing was great under the light behind the condo's caught alot of sand trout and some keeper specs couldnt of stayed at a better place for vacation it is a must if you are visiting corpus for the weekend
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Darwin
(-)
Date of Stay: 05/25/10
Review Submitted: 05/28/10
I wanted to extend my gratitude for allowing me to stay at your condo Tuesday and Wednesday, it was very comfortable and we had a great time. I will contact you in late summer to see about doing it again. Thanks,
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Guest: G
(-)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 05/27/10
Hey Louis, Condo was great. Perfect actually. Thanks for asking. I left AC on 78 and it was great! turned it up to 80 when we left. I used the DVR, that worked out nicely.
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