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Guide to South Padre Island
GUIDE TO SOUTH PADRE ISLAND


A Guide to Condo Rentals on South Padre Island

Finding places to stay on South Padre is easy. The island has thousands of condominiums available for all types of vacation activities. The most common are the beachfront condos with private access to the beach and balconies overlooking gulf. But the majority of the less expensive places are situated toward the center of the island and do not have direct access to the beach or the bay. Fortunately the city maintains beach access points every three or four blocks so public access is always within walking distance.

Many of the places on the beach will be in multi-story and high-rise complexes with nice views of the ocean and beach; many have gated parking and elevators.

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MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The most people who can stay in a unit is determined by its size number of bedrooms and bathrooms. Most two-bedroom condos will sleep four to six peoples comfortably. Most one-bedroom condos can sleep four. Three bedroom condos sleep eight. For more than eight people you will need to rent a bigger beach house.

ELEVATORS: Most of the condominium complexes that are only two or three floors will not have elevators. These are usually the gulf side inner island condos and there are many in rental. I don't know of any building on the island that is over three stories that does not have an elevator. So if you can't do steps then make sure that the place you're staying has an elevator. Typically the higher up you are the more spectacular the views.

LINENS: Most condo rentals will supply a limited number of towels and washcloths adequate for bathing. However it never seems to be enough considering the beach and other activities that you will be using towels and taking showers. Pack or plan to buy extra towels and possibly some extra linen if you have small children.

RENTAL COMPANIES: Typically the established rental and property management companies will offer much better service and be better equipped to handle emergencies and repairs and have alternative places to stay incase something happens that makes it unavailable. It's common for a water leak to take four units out of a rental pool for up to six months.
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RENTAL COMPANIES

FURCRON PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO.
We pride ourselves in having the cleanest and best maintained rental units on the island. All of our units have cable TV and fully equipped kitchens with microwave and dish- washer. Most of our units have phones and most are non- smoking units. Many of the units have a second TV and washer/dryer. Some of our units also have high speed internet service. Check out our weekly rates and get one or two free days! Call and we will do all we can to make your stay on South Padre the best it can be.
(956) 761-6961 * (956) 761-6966 (FAX) * 1-800 TX COAST (892-6278)
www.Furcron.com

MY PADRE
My Padre is a leader on South Padre Island Texas in the area of condo sales and rentals. Our years of experience with resort rental vacations and beach home sales affords our customers the advantage of excellent service for fun and pleasure on the beautiful South Padre beach by the Gulf of Mexico. (956) 761-2649 or Fax (956) 761-4251
www.MyPadre.com

LATITUDE 26
South Padre Island Vacation Rentals Latitude26.com, South Padre Island's premiere vacation & condominium rental website, has the answer to all of your condo and beach house rental needs on the Island. Our office can help you find the perfect rental for business or for a relaxing vacation to this tropical island paradise. These properties will make you feel at home while you visit the island.
(956) 761-9926
www.Laitude26.com

BEACH HOUSE VACATION RENTALS INC.
Looking for a place to call home for your next stay on South Padre Island? Enjoy the simplicity and charm of a South Padre Island beach house vacation rental.Family-style accommodations, (pets welcome!) to fit a variety of budgets. If you're visiting our beautiful Gulf of Mexico coast for the tropical weather, to do a little fishing, shopping, Schlitterbahn's, windsurfing, golf, kiteboarding, or any of our many area attractions (inlcuding just to put your toes in the sand), we have the place for you to stay. Spring Breakers welcome.
(956) 761-8750
www.PadreBeachHouses.com

SERVICE24
Beach House & Condominium Rentals of South Padre Island, Texas Open 7 days a week. 9AM till 6PM. Your call will be welcome.
(956) 761-1487
www.service24.com

Vacation In Padre Rentals & Real Estate
Come to South Padre Island and let us treat you like a VIP, VIP Rentals gives you the opportunity to rent or buy a new home or condominium.
1 (866) 657-7368
www.viprentalsatspi.com

Tres Palmas
Affordable, charming, fully equipped with a gulf view, and a short distance from the beach. The Beach Condos at Tres Palmas are now under new ownership! We enjoyed the sun, sand and surf of beautiful South Padre Island so much that we purchased this great condo for rent to those who deserve a truly unforgettable beach get-away!
1 (800) 761-5607
www.spibeachhouses.com




AREA RESOURCES & INFORMATION
GULF SHRIMP
Enjoy the world’s finest "gulf shrimp" caught in the clean, warm, deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico.



Enjoy fresh seafood and drinks while watching the sunset at this great bayside bar and restaurant.
www.SteamersSPI.com

Buy Fishing Licenses, Tackle, Bait, Fuel, Coffee, Lotto Tickets, Groceries, Sodas & Snacks
IslandMarketSPI.com

GRAPEVINE CAFE
The only family café on the island serving breakfast. 100 E Swordfish St, and Padre Blvd. (956) 761-8463

GOURMET
MARKET & CAFE
Zeste - Great dishes, gourmet & specialty groceries, Boutique wine and imported beer. Catering services. Located at 3508 Padre Blvd.

You find a good selection of comfortable home style meals that everyone will like, plus a full bar. Opens at 11am 7 Days a Week Happy Hour 3 - 6pm Everyday
www.TexasMoonSPI.com

Is an award winning restaurant located on the water in the heart of beautiful South Padre Island, Texas. Join us for lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch or a sunset cocktail.
Amberjacks-SPI.com