Sand Castle on the Bay

Discover the perfect fishing retreat in a secure gated community, complete with a private fishing dock and fish cleaning station. Indulge in amenities such as refreshing pools, a laundry facility, and an on-site office. Our beautifully remodeled ground floor studio offers a separate bedroom area, a cozy living room, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a bathroom stocked with towels, bed linens, beach towels, and chairs. This non-smoking space comfortably accommodates up to four guests, featuring a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen sofa bed in the living room. Experience breathtaking sunsets, vibrant summer fireworks, and a short walk to a variety of restaurants, bars, and live music in the lively entertainment district. Sandcastle 113A is just minutes from the beach and 2.5 miles from Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark, offering a charming backyard, complimentary parking for one vehicle, and free Wi-Fi for your convenience. PLEASE READ ALL OUR REQUIREMENTS IN OUR HOUSE RULES.

IMPORTANT: Upon booking our property, you will receive a request to complete and sign our rental agreement. The principal booker must provide specific information required by our Safely insurance. Please note that a light background check will be conducted by Safely on behalf of our beach real estate investment.

You are booking a private beach home. As much as we like to please your every need, we do not work as hotels do. We are not a 24/7 service. Any overnight requests, other than REAL emergencies, will be look after the next day. If there is an emergency that threatens a persons life, please call 911.

VAYK GEAR is a premier BEACH Equipment Rental Company offering top-of-the-line gear for your perfect beach day. You may receive an email from them regarding a credit from Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals for the rental of your preferred beach equipment. Visit their website to select from a wide range of high-quality beach gear to make the most of your beach getaway.

Only ONE (1 car) allowed to park on premises. The remaining vehicles have to park in the island's public parking. The parking pass provided should be displayed on the dashboard of the car. Please be notified of towing enforced.

The owners of Sand Castle A-113 welcome you to their beach home! While staying here, we ask that you follow a few requests that will make everyone’s stay more enjoyable and keep the property looking good year after year.

1. Parking ~ is limited to 1 vehicle. Vehicles must be licensed, operable and registered to the occupants. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owners’ expense. No boats or trailers allowed in the parking area.

2. Occupancy ~ Maximum capacity per unit is NO MORE than 4 guests. There must be at least one adult 21 years of age or older, registered, present and residing in the unit through the duration of the tenancy.

3. Pets ~ This complex does not allow pets for short term rentals. The knowledge or trace of unauthorized pets will mean a fine of $400.

4. Noise ~ Loud noise of any sort; music, loud talking, boom boxes, etc. is not allowed.

5. Garbage and Tidiness ~ Garbage should all be disposed of in the dumpster located on the east side of the building facing Pompano St. Please DO NOT dispose of cigarette butts, cans, candy wrappers, trash on the ground. We work hard to make certain the property looks good when you check in. Please help us keep it that way by picking up any litter before you leave.

6. Pool ~ Please know that only the booked guests are allowed in the pool area. Wash ALL sand from your body BEFORE entering our pool. The pool equipment cannot handle sand from the beach and causes damage and equipment failure. Please DO NOT leave your children unattended and observe pool hours.

7. BBQ ~ Please note that a BBQ pit is not provided. According to regulations, the SPI Fire Department prohibits the use of charcoal or large gas grills in multi-family residences. Charcoal grills on the grass or on any balconies are prohibited, and
violation is a $250 fine. Charcoal grill are only permitted on the two designated bbq areas on concrete pads , and must be 10 feet away from any combustible construction.

8. Wristbands ~ During certain seasons or holidays, a wrist band policy may be active. Notice of such policy will be presented in advance and owners will be notified through the office.

9. Boats ~ Boat ramp/launch is for owner use only. Short Term renters may reserve boat slip through office, with owners having priority use. The leased lot across from Sand Castle is for owner use and long term rental tenants only. Short term renters must secure trailer parking on their own.

10. Once booked, we will send a custom Rental Agreement for you to complete and send back to us. Without this agreement we will not be able to host you.

Blue Ocean Vacation Rentals provides the disposable amenities necessary to get your vacation off to a comfortable start. These amenities include 1 set of hotel size soaps and shampoos per bathroom, 2 garbage bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 dish soap, 1 dish sponge, 4-6 coffee pods and and a small amount of laundry detergent. We do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is your responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock with whatever else may be needed for the duration of your stay.

Towels and linens must only be used for their intended purpose. Do not stain them with food, grease or any other substance. Do not use towels to clean up any mess. Stained towels/linens will be charged.

Do not hang towels from the balcony or windows. A $100 fine may be applied if you break this rule.

Subletting not allowed.

Note: The owners of this property will allow Spring Breakers under the strict rules of the premises. Break the rules and be evicted without a refund.

Check in is easy and available 24 hours a day with a smart lock on the entrance door.

The smart keypad door code will be provided to the guest about 48-24 hours before arrival.

Hosts will be available for check-in assistance up until 10 pm, we ask that guests arriving late please let us know via text.

Service Animals need to be with the person they service 24/7. Service Animals cannot be left alone in the property. A service animal left alone in the property is not a service animal and will be penalized with a $400 fee.

Child's highchair & pack & play on request at $25/each, billed on a separate invoice.

For special requests outside our scope of work, please message us to get our Concierge's contact.

Date changes might be granted depending on the date of the change for a $100 change fee plus any difference in price.

Cancellations for nightly reservations will receive a 96% refund if they are made more than 30 days before the scheduled arrival date. Please note that a service fee of $25 will also be charged for all cancellations, regardless of the timing. There will be no refund if the cancellation comes is made. This policy does not extend to bookings that are eligible for monthly discounts.

The host will not pay for a hotel, vacation rental, or transportation expenses incurred because of an interruption in water or electrical service. If water or electricity is interrupted for more than 8 hours, guests have the option of canceling their reservation and requesting a refund for the nights not used. Under no circumstances will we refund consumed nights.

Checkout instructions
Gather used towels
Throw trash away
Turn things off
Leave beds unmade.
Wash & dry all dishes & utensils.
Empty refrigerator, clean up spills.
Set AC to 78
Leave property neat with furniture in original order.
Close all blinds, all doors and windows.
Please leave all items we provided. We charge for missing items.
Gather all your belongings, we cannot be responsible for items left behind.
Lock up

If possible, we would appreciate it if you could let us know if you check out earlier than 10am.

A good cohabitation requires common sense, respect for sleep hours, politeness, tidiness, and awareness of the common good. Thanks for helping ensure a great vacation for everyone!

We hope I was able to provide you with the 5 Star Experience you were looking for and will continue to serve you all through your stay with us, so if you need anything, please let us know!

Have a wonderful stay!

-Rod & Rosa