A water park, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61117 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK
Solare Garden Villa 220
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Enjoy the Gulf-front lifestyle in elegance and comfort at this stylish South Padre Island condo! Offering a modern interior, an updated kitchen, and a private patio that faces the Gulf of Mexico, this condo will place you within steps of a beautiful beach. You'll even come home each day to shared swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, and a gym!
What's nearby: This garden-level retreat is part of the Solare Condos, a gated, Gulf-front community with private access to the beach. When you're not indulging in the resort's many amenities, you can book an off-shore fishing excursion, try a variety of water sports, or explore nearby hiking and biking trails. South Padre Island, which is renowned for its nightlife, also boasts more than 50 bars, restaurants, and clubs.
Things to know: No Elevator Free WiFi Full kitchen One dog up to 35 lbs. is welcome
Only guests listed on the reservation will have access to the property Babies and infants count toward the total occupancy. Unfortunately, guests will be denied access if they exceed the maximum occupancy. Guests must pay $5.00 at the gate at check-in for each wrist band per guest.
*Construction work is being done on the premises* We do not have clear information regarding this*
**** Please note, Texas weather brings pesky insects, and while we strive to ensure your stay is as pleasurable as possible, we are not able to control the elements that attract insects to the outdoor/indoor areas. All properties do utilize pest control maintenance regularly, BUT this does not guarantee pests or bugs will not be visible. ** The host does not always guarantee stable wifi services during your stay. This may also affect television streaming services.
NO PARTY POLICY: This home maintains a strict no-party and no-spring break policy. Our local South Padre Island team monitors compliance with our rental policies and responds promptly to any complaints from neighbors. If any guests are found to violate these rental policies, it will result in eviction without a refund. If you have any questions or concerns about your compliance, please contact us right away so we can ensure you have a safe and happy vacation.
We’re excited to inform you that this unit utilizes a comfortable style of bed-making known as Triple Sheeting. Triple Sheeting is proven to be more hygienic and is used by five-star hotels around the world. It consists of a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, a blanket, and finally a decorative top sheet. Due to this change, the pictures for this home may not accurately represent the bedding that will appear during your stay. This has not affected any other amenities or the amount of beds available.
City/town permit number107969
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 1.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 35 lbs each.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
This property accepts cash
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.
About the area
Located on the beach, this condo is in North End, a neighbourhood in South Padre Island. Whaling Wall and Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our South Padre Island travel guide
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
43 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger
4 min drive
Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill
6 min walk
Tom And Jerry's
4 min drive
Bar Louie
1 min walk
Laguna Bob
5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf-front condo w/ patio & pools, hot tubs, tennis, gym - 1 small dog OK located?
Nestled on the beach, this North End condo building is within a 10-minute walk of South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and South Padre Island Beach. Andy Bowie Park and Sea Turtle Inc are also within 5 minutes.
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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.
My family loved the beautiful area of the swimming pool and hot tub, the lawn was perfectly manicured. The condo was very cute and comfortable. We could have used some spices and condiments for enjoying meals at the condo. The only thing I would address is that the drapes on the sliding door be laundered.
Candy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Jim R.
26 Mar 2024
220 Solare
Had to have dryer vent unplugged. Washer quit spinning and had to deal with sopping wet clothes. Refrigerator froze fresh oranges and grapefruit. Broken shower door tracks. Needs serious uodate furniture and appliances. .Friendly help at 800 but "so sorry" was only compensation for our loss of relaxation. Great location.
Jim R.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Debbie L.
16 Feb 2023
Beach condo at Salare
Loved the cleanliness and view along with being on the ground floor. Very comfortable bed! Paper products were inferior, really cheap. The condo needs glassware as there wasn’t any.
Debbie L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jeannette C.
12 Jul 2023
Great experience, minor inconveniences
Everything perfectly placed and tidily cleaned, broken knob of the backyard and lack of trash bags were a minor inconvenience, otherwise we had a great experience, highly recommend.
Jeannette C.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Shaun B.
9 Jan 2023
Close to the beach..other than that..not nice.
Washer did not work, sinks did not...
Close to the beach..other than that..not nice.
Washer did not work, sinks did not drain, roaches and holes in the wall.
Shaun B.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Julie M.
16 Apr 2019
Spring Break trip
I was a bit disappointed with the condo. Dishwasher didn’t work and was full of smelly water. Took three phone calls and 2 days to get someone to come remove the smelly water. Had no dishwasher for our 10 day stay! Location was beach front but patio furniture rusty and dirty—one usable chair. I will say the security on duty were very friendly ; felt very safe.
Julie M.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Sarah L.
5 Jan 2023
Very basic condo but great location.
The location is great and the tents Solare has available are fantastic. It looks directly out to the ocean. However, the condo was very disappointing. The locks were very difficult to work - when they did work. None of the drains worked and there was a hole in the wall by the sliding doors. The beds and bedding were low quality. It was totally basic (aka Walmart, Days Inn). The towels, the utensils, appliances and the pots/pans were very basic. Perhaps I expected to much based on the photos.
Everything is rusted
Washing machine broken
No glassware
No mixing bowls
No measuring spoons / cups
Marks on furniture and walls
Sliding door lock inoperable
The list of probs are too many to mention
It is not VRBO issue …,
It is a VACASA issue
Jay W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Michelle P.
26 Dec 2021
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Family time 2021
Loved the location. Perfect for our family from 78 year old to 20 year old. The sunrise sitting on the chairs on the porch priceless!
When we got there and had issues with the lock box, and a missing coffee pot. It was dealt with right away. We were comfortable and had good family time on the beach.
We would recommend better cook wear inventory and make sure everything is in working order. Needed a fry pan, a cooking sheet. It has an ice maker but did not work so used ice trays. The clear plastic dinning room chairs not appropriate for a grown man to sit in. All of these things could be upgraded even through garage sales. Leave more towels and wash clothes and kitchen towels.
Also day two we had ants in the kitchen on the counter. The cleaning fee is in the higher side and could have been much cleaner.
For the price and location we would definitely be back. But would love to see a few corrections.
Michelle P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Itzhak M.
3 Jul 2023
Nice enough for a comfortable stay.
I will start off with what I loved about our stay. The grounds are beautiful, the beach is right out the door and there are 2 pools in case one gets closed for whatever reason, which happened while we stayed there. The water pressure in the shower was great, the fridge so cold it would make slushies out of your sodas. The view was breathtaking and the beds and sofa were very comfortable and having a private washer dryer is very convenient. Now the bad, the drawers and doors of the kitchen cabinets were a little dirty. One of the burners on the stove didn't work and the racks in the oven were absolutely disgusting. There wasn't a mop anywhere in the condo, which you will need as the floor gets slippery when you come in wet from the beach or the pool. There is a chair in the living room that is very wobbly, someone will eventually fall off it, they should throw it out. Most of the drawers in the dressers and nightstands are broken. The door to the master bathroom does not close all the way, just knock before you go in. Last but not least, the doors in the master shower/tub are just hanging off the top rail, they not only slide from side to side but also from front to back, bottom rail is just a decoration. I hope they fix that soon.
There were several issues: Broken kitchen faucet which they replaced, bathroom faucet was loose but they adjusted it, missing outlet cover which they replaced, missing dryer lint catcher which they replaced 2 weeks later. I was never reimbursed for the 2 loads of clothes we dried with the public dryer. FYI Washing a load of clothes takes 2 hours because you can’t wash while something is drying but the dryer doesn’t work efficiently because the venting is blocked and we were told that is a COA repair. This unit needs a new washer, dryer and venting. The tv screen is so dark you can’t see faces, we even tried adjusting it, so this too needs to be replaced. The standing fans need cleaning. There is no coffee table so we had to buy one, the glass top coffee table in the ad is not in the unit. There were bugs: pantry bugs, little ants, german roaches and tree roaches. I bought several types of poisons and it cleared up after a while but this place needs regular spraying and i was never reimbursed for the supplies that i bought. Lastly, the toilet smells, we cleaned it but I think it the wax ring seal or something needs replacing.
Positives: the view is very nice, they have very few nicknacks cluttering the place which is really nice for placing your own stuff, i made some excellent meals here and the complex is mostly quiet. Two beds are comfortable but the one in the 2nd bedroom near the door has a drip in the center, it needs replacing.
I would not stay here again.
Michele B.
Stayed 62 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melinda W.
7 Apr 2020
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great location- but not decorated like the picture
This was a great location for our family of 6 plus dog. We loved listening to the waves from the patio. It was a 1 minute walk to the beach. Being on the ground floor was perfect for letting our dog out. There were some disappointments with the property. We walked in and the unit smelled like mildew. It might have been just in the entrance/long entry hallway. There was no disinfectant spray or cleaning solutions provided, we had to buy our own (which was difficult to do due to the Coronavirus- luckily we had brought some from home). There was also no laundry detergent provided. The furniture was not arranged how it is shown in the picture and virtual tour. There were fewer throw pillows and no pictures on the wall. I had bought ingredients for smoothies but there was no blender. :( The furnishings were adequate but very minimal. The glass coffee table was dangerous and unsafe. The glass top was not fastened to the legs. It was bumped very slightly and the glass tipped off the legs and crashed, spreading glass everywhere. Not very children/dog friendly. :( Maintenance was very responsive and came right out to clean up the mess. Thankfully no one was hurt. We were some of the few people who braved the Coronavirus and honored our reservation; it was disappointing that the pool, hot tub, and gym were closed during our stay- we would have liked to have known that ahead of time. I would recommend this property and would book it again. You will have to bring your own beach chairs, cleaning supplies, and maybe a few extra blankets for sleeping at night, and your own blender if you want to make smoothies!! :)
Melinda W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Matthew P.
18 Dec 2022
Good Location but maintenance lacking and bugs
Nice water views
Matthew P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robert C.
23 Nov 2022
Inside more than we wanted
The location of this unit is great and has good space for our family of four.
Roomy condo. Perfect location. Even though condos are old the grounds are perfect. Boardwalk/deck with patio furniture was better than perfect. Fabulous for anyone with mobility issues. Feel like you are on the beach but don’t have to be. Needs clothes washer fixed. Needs more dishes especially cups and decent wine glasses ( plastic or not). Needs ants in kitchen and pantry taken care of. Not visible until food in closet. Otherwise great.
Although door pad lock was not properly working, and there being ants everywhere the location was great and beds were comfy.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shawn C.
13 Sept 2022
Great getaway
We loved this rental and the location was perfect. Walking distance to Claytons and the beach deck gave us the perfect view to fireworks Friday and Saturday evenings. Accommodations were great! We would definitely rent this unit again.
Shawn C.
Verified
4/10 Poor
cyndi W.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Needs to be updated
E-lock is difficult to use. Need better instructions prior to arrival. Location is excellent…close to pool and beach. Bedrooms are dark. Beds in front bedroom need to be replaced. Condo and furniture needs to be updated. Washing machine was not working. Bathroom sinks were clogged and maintenance didn’t come fix until late afternoon the day before we departed. Light out in n lamp and no one ever came to replace it. Wouldn’t recommend staying here even though the location is great.
cyndi W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany L.
5 Aug 2022
Great views and location
The location was really unmatched as far as convenience. Great to get in front door from parking lot and to the shore from the inside. Views were great! The area was well kept. I took my grandfather who is 60years old and it ways perfect! My kids loved it. Security was superb! You see the firework show every night it shows. The staff on the site is amazing! I can go on and on. Still close to all the restaurants etc. Everything was just like the pictures.
Tiffany L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Placido A.
27 Jul 2022
Great Condo.
Very spacious. Clean. Ocean view was perfect . Great access to the beach. Pool was close by. Beds were comfortable.
Great, secured location. The location is near everything and has beach access with security at the entrances. Felt very safe and secure. Unfortunately, there was construction happening during our stay, in the condo above us and beside us. We also had no internet for a full day but those are minor things. If we go back to SPI will definitely stay there again.