Title: Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6046797&destination=South+Padre+Island%2C+Texas%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=29633768&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard ## Photo gallery for Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard ![Terrace/patio - Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard (South Padre Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633768/bcb9f6ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard (South Padre Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633768/6c3d5115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard (South Padre Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633768/9169dba8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard (South Padre Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633768/67eabda2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard (South Padre Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29640000/29633800/29633768/865cfdaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to South Padre Island Beach, Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard Condo close to the bay and within walking distance from the beach. Condo has excellent sunset views from the pier. Amenities you deserve at leasing rates you will love, equipped with private lighted pier, boat dock area, new appliances--refrigerator, stove, and microwave. Dishes, Cutlery, Cable TV, and Central A/C and Heating, and WIFI. Facility has clothes washer and dryer. Avid fisherman the boat slip is available at no cost. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Fenced private pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94344500/94344436/adecbd21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Digs: Walk to Restaurants, Bars & Ocean South Padre Island - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews £171 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=94344436&PinnedHotelID=94344436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21657600/21657512/3fe06be3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quirky beach home with rooftop patio - 1/2 block to beach South Padre Island - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 132 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=21657512&PinnedHotelID=21657512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77850000/77841900/77841828/0cb58ae2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulfview II #408 South Padre Island - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £262 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=77841828&PinnedHotelID=77841828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117070000/117066200/117066169/e7f03716.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront by South Padre Resort Rentals South Padre Island - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=117066169&PinnedHotelID=117066169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio | Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34292300/34292215/c354692c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandcastle 201b Minium Studio Bedroom Condo by RedAwning South Padre Island - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=34292215&PinnedHotelID=34292215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93580000/93575700/93575625/81ecbd5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rio Hondo Studio w/ Fishing Dock on Arroyo River! 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Condo owners have a boat slip priority. Guest not guaranteed the use of a boat slip. Condo has a loft, however, the loft is not setup for traveler use ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 Home Away Home Sit Back Relax Beach Bay are Your Back Yard Home Away Home Sit Back Relax Beach Bay are Your Back Yard ## About the area Located in South Padre Island, this apartment is near a water park and on the waterfront. South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Sea Turtle Inc and Beach Waterpark are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby. [Visit our South Padre Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Padre-Island.dx6046797) [View more Apartments in South Padre Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Padre-Island-Apartments.d6046797-aaApartments.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%7C26.10672%2C-97.16995&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BAfgnHJH0KXo7SXxeD0Vvrlhe_0=) South Padre Island, TX ### What's nearby - ![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 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark](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 5 min drive \- 2.6 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 6 min drive \- 3.1 miles - Gravity Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - South Padre Island Community Center 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Whataburger 7 min walk - Longboard 15 min walk - Tom And Jerry's 3 min walk - Blackbeards' Restaurant 15 min walk - Louie's Backyard 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard have a pool? ### Is Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard? ### What time is check-in at Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard? ### What time is check-out at Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard? ### Where is Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Home Away from Home, Sit Back, Relax, The Beach and Bay are in Your Back Yard 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 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mary B. 11 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beauty on the Bay Nice place to stay. Could use a little more lightning. Great location for watching sunsets. Close to entertainment district, which was a plus. Great "neighbors". ##### Mary B. Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy L. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and quiet Nice and quiet as advertised. Communication with manager was fast and informative. ##### Jeremy L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas C. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great host, awesome location. Walking distance to Gravity park and restaurants. ##### Thomas C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marvin M. 1 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Everything went very well people at the condo were very friendly and we made a lot of new friends.Host was nice to work with. Thanks ##### Marvin M. Stayed 44 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### matthew R. 17 Oct 2018 #### Very nice and Clean Condo with all new Full size Appliances, Very impressed and will be back. Great location...Very Clean and quiet Location. Easy walking to all the restaurants and bars in the Gravity Park area like Louie's and Jim's pier. ##### matthew R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ---