Title: Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 home # Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach Waterfront holiday home with water park and fitness centre ## Photo gallery for Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach ![A heated pool - Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401500/101401447/73c21b39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401500/101401447/dd30fb68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football - Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401500/101401447/6ccd9c4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401500/101401447/fa9b277e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401500/101401447/b2f2c446.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Relax in the warm South Texas sun at Aruba Bay Resort - Shell Yeah TABG013\. This two-story townhome features a private WIFI network, flat-screen TV, and washer and dryer for ultimate comfort. Unwind on the back patio overlooking the pool or take a short 5-minute walk to the beach. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 131613 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Gym - Dryer - Pool - Washer £477 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach Aruba Bay Resort - Shell Yeah TABG013: Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach Why Guests Love This Property Shell Yeah offers the perfect mix of space, comfort, and coastal charm for families or groups. Pet-friendly and just a short stroll from the beach, this two-story townhome has everything you need for a relaxing North Padre Island getaway, from a fully equipped kitchen to private patios and stunning pool views. Highlights Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with modern décor Pet-friendly property accommodating up to two dogs Private patio and balcony overlooking the pool and canal First floor includes master bedroom; bedrooms upstairs for privacy Family-friendly sleeping arrangements including bunk beds and sleeper sofa Access to two heated resort-style pools and splash pad Resort amenities: clubhouse, game room, pickleball, charcoal grills, and more Sleeping Arrangements Master bedroom (first floor): Queen size bed Second bedroom (second floor): King size bed, private bathroom with walk-in shower Third bedroom (second floor): Queen size bed Fourth bedroom (second floor): Two sets of twin over full bunk beds Living area: Queen size sleeper sofa Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards. Kitchen & Dining Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances Seating for ten Keurig and 12-cup coffee maker Community Amenities Resort-style heated pool with slides Heated pool and splash pad across the street Poolside loungers, chairs, tables, Tiki huts Clubhouse and game room Pickleball court Two-level canal-view deck Charcoal grills and picnic tables Boat slip rentals and fish cleaning station Guest FAQs Q: Is this property pet-friendly? A: Yes, up to two dogs are allowed with applicable fees. Q: How far is the beach? A: A 15-minute walk. Q: Are linens and towels provided? A: Yes, all linens and towels are provided and professionally laundered after each stay. Q: Is parking available? A: Yes, two reserved spots plus additional guest parking throughout the complex. Q: Are boats allowed? A: No, boat/trailers are not authorized on the property; street-side parking attached to a vehicle only. Location Beach: 15-minute walk Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles USS Lexington: 26 miles Texas State Aquarium: 26 miles Policies & Details Two-night minimum stay required Signed rental agreement required; contracting guest must be 25+ with valid ID Dog Friendly: Maximum of two dogs. Pet fees: $100 (7 days or less), $200 (8-29 days), $300 (30+ days) Pet cleaning fees: $50 (7 days or less), $75 (8-29 days), $100 (30+ days) STR Permit #: 307850 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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 marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### 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 - Scuba diving 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 - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,613 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99430000/99430000/99429985/73c4f520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reel Life Dreams by AvantStay | Pool + Near Beach! 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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 1691-258970 ## 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%7C27.60537%2C-97.21273&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4hdarc1NybEqPOsW6jyi7jbzFMY=) 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 - Bob Hall Pier \- 6 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Packery Channel \- 6 min drive \- 3.3 miles #### Getting around - Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sonic - ‬6 min drive - ‪La Palma - ‬4 min drive - ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach? ### Is Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach? ### What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach? ### What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach? ### Where is Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach located? ## Have a question? 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