Title: The Birder's Retreat -38 Val Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=184007&destination=Port+Isabel%2C+Texas%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=78501195&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Birder's Retreat -38 Val ## Photo gallery for The Birder's Retreat -38 Val ![TV, books, printers - The Birder's Retreat -38 Val (Laguna Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78510000/78501200/78501195/8b8b9ce7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Birder's Retreat -38 Val (Laguna Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78510000/78501200/78501195/cb2fa904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Birder's Retreat -38 Val (Laguna Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78510000/78501200/78501195/1625589a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - The Birder's Retreat -38 Val (Laguna Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78510000/78501200/78501195/6b8f3a49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Birder's Retreat -38 Val (Laguna Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78510000/78501200/78501195/84685765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the tranquil Laguna Atascosa wildlife refuge at this beautiful three-bedroom home. Unwind on the large screened porch, taking in remarkable sunsets and enjoying access to two swimming pools, a professional PGA Golf Course, Pickle ball courts, Tennis Court and Fitness Room. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym ## 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. ### The Birder's Retreat -38 Val Open floor plan with a large living room and kitchen area. Large screened in porch faces the pond and beautiful sunsets adjacent to Laguna Atascosa wildlife. This single-family house is a 3 bedroom, 2 baths. Fast internet and Cable through the entire house. Living room area has a 70" Smart TV. Master bedroom has a King size bed and a 50 " Smart TV. 2nd bedroom has a Queen bed with a 44 " Smart TV 3rd bedroom has a single over double bunk. There is a gas grill is under a pergola no need to worry about filling it up with propane it's also included. As a guest you will have access to two swimming pools, professional PGA Golf Course (with fee access), Pickle ball courts, Tennis Court and Fitness Room. Activities nearby – beach, Gulf of Mexico, fabulous restaurants, museums, shopping, dolphin watching, fishing, parasailing, shelling, bird watching, horseback riding, and wildlife preserve. No Pets Allowed / No Smoking/ Laguna Vista is 5 miles from Port Isabel and 12 miles from the Beach and 25 miles from Mexico INTERACTION WITH GUEST- South Padre Island Golf Club Rentals make it a mission to make your vacation easy for you. Every property has been vetted and verified so you can book with ease. If you have any questions prior or during your trip, we are always here 24/7 to help you solve any issues that may arise. Location- We are located in Laguna Vista at the south most tip of Texas, across the beautiful Laguna Madre Bay from South Padre Island. The nearest major airports are in Brownsville and Harlingen. Please NO SMOKING and NO PETS ALLOWED / Laguna Vista is 5 miles from Port Isabel and 12 miles from the Beach. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77850000/77841800/77841714/4ad28298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bungalow Tarvana-#1 Port Isabel - Ocean view - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=77841714&PinnedHotelID=77841714&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Condo, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living room | 51-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, video game console](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8990000/8986900/8986837/7c258618.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Los Cabos III Condominiums by Cheap Getaway South Padre Island - 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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 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 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 517490 ## About the area Located in Port Isabel, this villa is near the beach. Port Isabel Historical Museum and Treasures of the Gulf Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Beach Waterpark. Bobz World and Gravity Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Port Isabel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Isabel.dx184007) [View more Villas in Port Isabel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Isabel-Villas.d184007-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C26.10505%2C-97.31312&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xRVTiwX4YsYpuxtsefUq_W0as-A=) Laguna Vista, TX ### What's nearby - ![Beach Park at Isla Blanca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083201/10b958bb-4a77-4c0b-8ae8-63ca2cbba156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beach Park at Isla Blanca 18 min drive \- 13.1 miles - ![South Padre Island beach after high tides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170585/bdac271d-9a9a-4d6b-b0f2-d3e5f349db52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) South Padre Island Beach 18 min drive \- 13.3 miles - ![Public Boardwalk at Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island, Texas USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/630343381163155456/d86cb7a5-e8d5-490b-966b-708acaac42e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Isla Blanca Beach 19 min drive \- 13.5 miles - ![Del Mar Beach, Boca Chica, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234889/b28fc793-8e7f-4e85-8761-076d7f57d2ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boca Chica State Park 49 min drive \- 47.9 miles - South Padre Island Golf Club 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 11 min drive - Whataburger 11 min drive - Starbucks 10 min drive - Leo's Grill, Indian Cuisine 11 min drive - Bay B Boomers 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Birder's Retreat -38 Val pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Birder's Retreat -38 Val? ### What time is check-in at The Birder's Retreat -38 Val? ### What time is check-out at The Birder's Retreat -38 Val? ### Where is The Birder's Retreat -38 Val located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Birder's Retreat -38 Val Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jess M. 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great quiet comfortable place Every room we stayed in was comfortable and it was quiet, which we prefer. Would stay again! ##### Jess M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley H. 15 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Great place, amazing view, over all loved my stay and thank you very much ! ##### Ashley H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great neighborhood. Perfect location for me between the LANWR and town. ##### John K. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ismael 10 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Amazing host. Amazing stay. Everything was just perfect!! ##### Ismael Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah A. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great space for friends Have enough space to chill make memories and spend time together near the island. ##### Noah A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Trip Very peaceful area with a nice pond in back. Close to South Padre Island so not a bad trip to the beaches. 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