Summary:
Welcome to Little Launch, a bright waterfront cottage tucked into the gated Long Island Village resort near Port Isabel. Watch the water from your covered deck, catch SpaceX launches lighting up the sky across the bay, and cook easy meals in the full kitchen before heading to the resort pools, golf, and tennis. A queen bedroom and living-room sofa bed sleep four, and South Padre Island beaches are a short drive over the causeway. Coastal calm with a front-row view of the future.
The Space:
Little Launch is a cheerful single-level waterfront cottage on a quiet canal inside Long Island Village, a gated resort community on the Laguna Madre near Port Isabel. Water fills the view from nearly every window, and the covered deck is built for slow mornings with coffee, sunset dinners off the grill, and watching SpaceX launches rise across the bay. Inside, an open layout keeps the kitchen, dining, and living space connected and easy for a couple or a small family.
Key Features
• Sleeps up to 4 guests
• 1 bedroom | 1.5 bathrooms
• Bright single-level waterfront cottage in a gated resort
• Covered deck with water views and outdoor dining
• Queen bedroom plus a living-room sofa bed
• Full kitchen with wraparound water views
• In-unit washer and dryer
• SpaceX launch views across the bay
• Resort pools, hot tub, golf, tennis, and pickleball
• Minutes to South Padre Island beaches
Sleeping Arrangements
Total occupancy: 4 guests
Total beds: 2
• Primary Bedroom: queen bed for a restful retreat
• Living Room: sofa bed sleeps two more guests
Bathrooms
Little Launch offers 1.5 bathrooms. The full bath has a walk-in shower and vanity, and a convenient half bath serves guests and the living areas. Fresh towels and bath essentials are provided.
Living Areas
The open living room sits just off the deck, with comfortable seating, a TV, and water views through the sliding doors. It flows easily into the dining and kitchen areas, making the cottage feel bright and connected.
Kitchen & Dining
The full kitchen is stocked for cooking in, with a coffee maker, cookware, and everyday essentials. The dining table sits beside wraparound windows, so meals come with a water view and plenty of natural light.
Outdoor Space
The covered waterfront deck is the heart of the cottage. Fire up the BBQ grill, dine al fresco, and settle in for sunsets over the canal. It is also a prime spot to watch SpaceX launches climb across the bay.
Long Island Village Resort
Your stay includes access to all of Long Island Village's amenities. Pick up your gate card and wristbands at the Welcome Center on arrival, then enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, shared hot tubs, the 18-hole golf course, tennis, pickleball, sand volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, and mini golf. Indoors you will find a fitness center, billiard room, and a game room with foosball and table tennis, plus a rec hall, library, and on-site Signature Grill. The community marina and fishing pier round out a true resort setting on the water.
Surrounding Areas
Nearby favorites include:
• SpaceX Starbase launches visible across the bay
• South Padre Island beaches over the Queen Isabella Causeway
• Bay fishing, kayaking, and dolphin-watching tours
• Port Isabel Lighthouse and historic downtown
• Local seafood restaurants and shops
• Birding and nature trails along the Laguna Madre
★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★
We are Third Coast Elevated Stays, a locally rooted team caring for homes and guests along the Texas Gulf Coast. We believe a stay should be more than a place to sleep. It should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the easy rhythm of life on the water. From booking to departure, we are here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance so you can settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories on the coast.
Guest Access:
• Guests have full access to the entire cottage, the covered waterfront deck, and the in-unit washer and dryer
• Self check-in via lockbox with a door code for a simple, flexible arrival
• Your reservation includes access to all Long Island Village resort amenities; pick up your gate card and wristbands at the Welcome Center
• Parking is limited within Long Island Village and there are vehicle size restrictions; most lots fit one standard vehicle
• A dumpster and trash compactor are located by the tennis courts on your way out of the community
The Neighborhood:
Little Launch sits inside Long Island Village, a gated waterfront resort community on the Laguna Madre near Port Isabel. The setting is quiet and residential, with canals, resort amenities, and easy access to the Queen Isabella Causeway and South Padre Island just across the water.
Getting Around:
• Highway 100 connects the community to Port Isabel and the Queen Isabella Causeway
• South Padre Island beaches are a short drive over the causeway
• Brownsville airport is roughly 30 minutes and Harlingen about 45 minutes away
• The resort is golf-cart friendly for getting around the village
Other Things to Note:
• Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM
• Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM in consideration of our neighbors
• Maximum occupancy is 4 guests; only registered guests are permitted
• Minimum age to book is 25
• Pets are not permitted
• This is a single-level cottage; there are exterior steps up to the entry and deck
• A gate card and wristbands are required for community amenities and are provided at the Welcome Center
• Every reservation includes accidental damage protection for added peace of mind
• Additional fees and taxes may apply to your reservation total
• No smoking, parties, or events