Title: Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access Family-friendly condo with water park and fitness centre ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375916/fdaf57cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375916/107f6260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375916/0c402166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375916/3eb6d53a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375916/5cebb03e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Aruba Bay Resort D205, an ideal beach-inspired condo getaway on North Padre Island. With a private WIFI network and fully-equipped kitchen, you'll feel right at home in this modern beach cottage-style retreat with beautiful views of the wetlands. Spend your days lounging by the swimming pool or exploring nearby attractions like Mustang Island State Park and Padre Island National Seashore. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5495 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Dryer - Gym - Air conditioning - Washer £197 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access Aruba Bay Resort D205 – Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access Why Guests Love This Property This bright, coastal retreat on North Padre Island is ideal for families and pet owners. Guests enjoy open-concept living, wetland views, and comfortable sleeping for up to five guests. With access to two heated pools, waterslides, and boat slips across the street, plus a short walk to the beach, it’s perfect for both relaxation and adventure. Highlights Short walk to the beach for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports Two heated pools, including a kid-friendly splash area and pool with slides King bed in the master bedroom, bunk beds for kids, and twin sleeper sofa Flat-screen TV, private WiFi, and in-unit washer and dryer Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space Access to Kokomo Yacht Club amenities: waterslides, pool, pickleball, and boat slips Second floor location, no elevator Pet-friendly for up to two dogs under 25 lbs (fees apply) Sleeping Arrangements Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed Hallway Nook (2nd Floor): Twin bunk beds Living Area (2nd Floor): Twin sleeper sofa Bathroom: 2nd Floor – Walk-in shower Kitchen & Dining Fully equipped kitchen with 12-cup coffee maker Dining for three Starter pack provided for your convenience, including dish soap, paper towels, and trash bags (these items are not replenished during your stay) Community Amenities Heated pool and kid-friendly splash pad on-site Resort-style pool with slides across the street Clubhouse, game room, and two-level canal deck Pickleball court, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station Poolside loungers, tables, Tiki huts, charcoal grills, and picnic areas Guest FAQs Q. Can I bring my dog? A. Yes! Up to two dogs under 25 lbs are welcome. Pet fees and cleaning fees apply based on length of stay. Q. Is this condo good for a quick weekend getaway? A. Absolutely! With a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, and resort amenities, it’s perfect for a last-minute escape. Q. Are water activities nearby? A. Yes, you can swim, surf, fish, or rent a boat at nearby slips on Lake Padre or Corpus Christi Bay. Q. Is the condo safe and secure? A. Yes, the property includes an electronic coded door lock and is professionally inspected before every stay. Location Mustang Island State Park – 7 miles Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles USS Lexington & Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles Short walk to the beach Policies & Details Two-night minimum stay required Guests must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation Signed rental agreement required prior to check-in Pet-friendly for up to two dogs under 25 lbs, fees apply $100 per pet fee (7 days or less), $200 (8-29 days), $300 (30+ days). $50 pet cleaning fee (7 days or less), $75 (8-29 days), $100 (30+ days) STR Permit #: 307916 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling 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: 495 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 ### Pets Pets are 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1691-258864 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.60613%2C-97.21232&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XbgKJg0VfnOAcd17X8YoNmMzBWo=) Corpus Christi, TX #### What's nearby - Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Padre Balli Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles - North Padre Island Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Packery Channel - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - Port Aransas Beach - 26 min drive - 24.2 miles #### Getting around - Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sonic - ‬6 min drive - ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬5 min drive - ‪La Palma - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access? > As of 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access on 30 Nov 2025 start from £197.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corpus-Christi-Hotels-Aruba-Bay-Resort-D205.h101375916.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access located? > This family-friendly Corpus Christi condo building is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitecap Beach, Texas Sealife Center and Padre Balli Park. North Padre Island Beach and Bob Hall Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pet-Friendly Waterfront Escape with Pools & Beach Access Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### A guest from Hallettsville, TX 23 Jul 2024 #### Nice Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice Stay Clean and well kept ##### A guest from Hallettsville, TX This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl M. 12 Jun 2025 #### Great Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very cute perfect for my little family, the pools and dock were great. Close to the beach. Bring your own toiletries and no dishwasher. But overall clean and safe for kiddos! ##### Cheryl M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Krystal G. 4 Aug 2025 #### Bad mattress and loud AC unit in living room Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve stayed multiple times- but a different unit each time. This one isn’t worth he back ache with the older mattress. The ac unit in the living room has a hum that doesn’t stop. The sofa needs a clean as well. Seems to have sand in the fabric. ##### Krystal G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca D. 1 Jul 2025 #### Great location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time and everything was very clean. ##### Rebecca D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debora A. 21 Oct 2024 #### Great location and great size for a small family! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were in town for a wedding and everyone was staying at Aruba Bay as well so it was a very convenient location! I was able to walk back and forth from the bridal suite. We did a one bed one bath option because it was just my husband, our toddler and I and it was the perfect size. My only complaint was there was not enough towels for us for our two night stay. Overall a great experience! ##### Debora A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam S. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay! The property was exactly as described, the area was beautiful very close to the beach we were provided with all the necessities for our stay. I highly recommend this stay! ##### Adam S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Matt C. 13 Mar 2024 #### Pictures of rental were misleading Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pictures showed this rental to be way bigger than what it actually was. The air condition unit in the living room was so loud you couldn’t hear the tv over it. Other than that nice stay but send someone out to check that ac unit. ##### Matt C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa W. 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First family beach trip The host was amazing at giving us pointers for our 17 month old daughter for her first beach trip. The condo was the perfect size for a family of 3-5. Everything was super clean. The kitchen had everything we needed - even a pizza cutter! Haha. The pools were perfect for our daughter. My husbands favorite was the fishing docks. It was the best place and we are already planning our trip for next year. ##### Melissa W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather L. 8 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! It rained a lot but having all of the streaming channels available helped tremendously. The place was spotless, all the bedding was comfortable, nice fluffy towels, providing dark makeup removing wash cloths made me feel like I had a special connection with the owners of this unit! Bathroom was huge with nice walk-in shower. I would only recommend that an outside rinsing station be installed for getting all of the beach sand off so it does not get tracked into the unit. Has everything you need - we will rent this unit again next year! 100% recommendation this place to any one with a small family. ##### Heather L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan E. 28 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway Nice getaway close to the beach. Kids enjoyed the slides and the pool. Easy process to book and very nice property. ##### Jonathan E. 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