Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
40 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Queen Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach
Excited to bring all of your friends and family together in one beach location? The Whale House can accommodate a large group. Our unique home has two separate private living quarters for the early risers and the night owls. Gather at the private heated pool and hot tub and game room. South Padre's incredible beach is located a short walk away. Close to shopping, grocery stores, and waterfront dining. The Whale House is a perfect getaway that can accommodate everyone.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
South Padre Island
Located in South Padre Island, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Whaling Wall and Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
South Padre Island Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Louie's Backyard - 16 min walk
Blackbeards' Restaurant - 9 min walk
Tequila Sunset - 15 min walk
Laguna Bob - 15 min walk
Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Whale House Private Pool close to the Beach located?
This family-friendly South Padre Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. Gravity Park and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Great stay!!! Property was perfect to accommodate everyone in our group. Very clean & pool was great to cool down in.
Alfredo G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Crystal
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the pool and hot tub. Enjoyed that o cpuld walk to alot of shops and rental places to get a golf cart. Close to the beach. I really enjoyed the stay. My family loved the place
Good location, nice neighborhood and spacious accommodations.Unfortunately, needs some minor maintenance and the carpet is very dirty, which is the first thing you see when you get in.
We really enjoyed having a beautiful private pool/spa. The beds were comfortable. The host responded quickly to questions. The Whale House had plenty of space for 8 adults/1 toddler.
It was a great house everyone had their own bedroom and 4bathrooms made getting ready so much easier. We had the best time and the hosts took great care of us.
The house had everything to accommodate the whole family. It provided things to make our stay very enjoyable. We will definitely try to go there again.
Our family had a wonderful time at this unexpecting home. The decore is a little off other than that, the space was clean, spacious and well worth the stay. There were plenty of bedrooms that had very comfortable beds. There were also plenty of bathrooms, although the hallway bathroom shower did not have much water pressure as the others. What I loved most about this home were the 2 kitchens. It was so helpful when preparing a meal for a big family. Overall, we had a wonderful time, thank you for the opportunity to stay at your home.
Property worked great for our multi-family vacation. Plenty of room and separate game space for teens. Pool and hottub was just what we wanted. Lots of local food choices close by.
Great location and amenities. Was perfect for meeting the guide at Jim's Pier, shopping IGA and HEB and SPICG was within 20 minutes. Plenty of room for 4 of us seniors.
We absolutely enjoyed the Whale House! It was exceptionally clean, the pool was just the right size, and there was plenty of space. I would recommend to any large group or family.
This was the perfect place for our family to stay over Christmas. We used the pool and hot tub almost daily and we did a lot of cooking. We had great space with the two kitchens, but there was room for all of us to eat together upstairs. Nichole was very responsive to any questions or issues that we had. Overall, we had a great time there!
The Whale House was relaxing and inviting. The house was clean and the pool was a great place to pass the time after a day at the beach. Communication with Nichole was excellent and she was always available to help.
The home is located less than a mile from all of the main bars/restaurants. We rented golf carts to get around for the weekend and it was perfect. Had a couple small issues but the hosts were very responsive if needed and offered to help any way they could. Would stay again
Please be aware of this property! Immediately after walking in the house, you were hit with a strong mold smell . The smell was in the upstairs living area. We found that all the upstairs vents had what looked like mold around them. We took pictures and sent it to the owners. They told us it was AC condensation and sent cleaners out in the middle of us cooking dinner. The house immediately smelled like strong bleach. Once the cleaning products wore off, the mold smell returned. I reached out again to the owners and no response. We paid so much money and drove 8 hours for my daughters cheer competition just to have our weekend stay ruined. 4 people in our party are sick. We had a party of 9 people. The only positive was the outdoor pool area and we stayed outside most of the time because it was horrible. We couldn’t believe that someone who was asking for a review not want to make this right. Anyways, this is an honest review from an honest loving family!
This is a very pretty home with beautiful decorating. The pool was fabulous with a shade sail over it. (That was perfect for those very hot, humid days.) A 10 min. walk to the beach. Two kitchens were nice,. But didn't have enough big pots to cook seasi or life for the pots and plans.
We were a group of 10 and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the whale house. The house was very clean and nicely furnished for our stay. The pool and hot tub were very clean, we enjoyed both of them during our stay. The switch outside for the lights in the pool and backyard as well as the hot tub were not working, We called the property manager and immediately he was able to turn them on remotely. He told us whenever we want to use the hot tub, just text him and he will turn it on.
The kitchen was fully furnished, we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The beds were super comfortable and the a/c worked great!
We would definitely stay at the house during our trip next year.
Overall, had a great time at the house. I would definitely rebook provided the opportunity to visit SPI again. Going forward, I would just recommend that visitors verify the hot tub is operational prior to their stay. Other than that, I have no other significant complaints.
Kent W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Nichole Vidmar
We are Colorado natives. What could be better Mountains and a Beach? We are excited to share our home with you and your family.
Why they chose this property
The Whale House is unique with 2 separate living quarters. Perfect for multiple families to enjoy. This home has 5 bedroom 4 bath 2 living rooms and 2 kitchens. Game room, heated pool and spa. Beach equipment available for use during your stay.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests