Paradise TCRU349B

We were very pleased and satisfied with this rental for our family vacation of a lifetime. Our two sons met us there. We viewed the 2024 solar eclipse and my oldest son proposed to his girlfriend! it was a surprise to all of us. We had a wonderful week eating out, enjoying the beach, Visiting the aquarium and USS Lexington. We plan to make this a yearly family reunion., The beach house was very nice clean and was what we expected. Everyone enjoyed great fishing off the back deck and lounging in the chairs. The hot tub was also great to relax at night.

- Mark O. from Fairview, Posted: 04/16/2024

Wow! Thank you for sharing this awesome review! What a special memory made during your stay with Padre Escapes. Congratulations to your son. We look forward to hosting many more memorable stays! See you soon.

- Padre Escapes staff, Posted:

Nice place but the place could use an exterminator (roaches) and upgrade of furniture that is old & rusted. Didn’t seem like the property was walked through prior to our visit. Outside patio was not clean . Dust on tables bird droppings on floor. Large throw carpet in master bedroom dirty. Attic door in master-bedroom balcony was open.

- Anonymous , Posted: 04/04/2024

July 2023

Nice place good location 

- Skyler , Posted: 09/11/2023

June 2023

Beautiful place, 3 miles away from the beach and 30 min to the aquarium, beautiful view, clean home, very responsive, would highly recommend. Our kids had fun!!! 

- Irma , Posted: 09/11/2023

June 2023

Great place! We caught a bunch of keeper fish also just off the back porch…host lives next door…he was very friendly and accommodating…can’t wait to come back. 

- Peter , Posted: 09/11/2023

May 2023

Great spot for a getaway and Mark was an awesome host. Looking forward to doing another trip out that way. 

Response from Mark 

YOU'VE BEEN WARNED! ** DO NOT RENT UNLESS YOU WANT TO HAVE A GREAT GET AWAY ** 

- Arnal , Posted: 09/11/2023

May 2023

Great stay, great hosts! Will definitely be back. 

Response from Mark 

Beware! This Property Can Be Addictive! 

- Chad , Posted: 09/11/2023

September 2022

This is the best place to stay on the island. It has fishing, easy access to the bay and ocean and a dock to tie up and be ready to go at a moment’s notice. The view from the back deck is fantastic as well as a great place to sit and enjoy a drink. It is truly Paradise. 

- Samuel , Posted: 09/11/2023

July 2022

Awesome host! 

- Jacqueline , Posted: 09/11/2023

July 2022

Comfortable stay Mark is very responsive to any needs. 

- Kiran , Posted: 09/11/2023

July 2022

Had such an incredible stay at this beautiful condo. Mark was very quick with responses, helpful for all of our requests, and such a friendly guy to meet! He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best beach vacation. 10/10 recommend! 

- Hunter , Posted: 09/11/2023

July 2022

Our family had a great time at this quaint beach house. It had everything we needed and was conveniently located close to the beach. The host was accessible and very accommodating. We can’t wait to go back! 

- Deb , Posted: 09/11/2023

May 2022

Great location! Great home! Great host!! Absolutely a must stay!! 

- Stephanie , Posted: 09/11/2023

May 2022

I don’t want to tell anybody about how fantastic the location is right on the canal. Nor do I want to let anybody know how great the fishing is. And definitely don’t want anybody to know how wonderful the host is. I want to keep this hidden gem to myself because this place is fantastic if you need a beautiful place that is perfect for fishing right off of the dock, docking your boat and going directly to the best inshore fishing, or just sitting on one of the decks and enjoying island time. Whether you’re in the hot tub or just having a glass of wine and enjoying the view, it’s all perfect. Plenty of parking in the long wide driveway, plenty of room in the house with four bedrooms and pullout couches, and conveniently close to all things Padre Island. This is the perfect place but please don’t let anybody know the secret. 

- Samuel , Posted: 09/11/2023

May 2022

Great stay thanks so much! 

- Dustin , Posted: 09/11/2023

June 2021

Really nice place to stay for a nice family reunion trip. The fishing is amazing out back on the deck. We were able to catch a lot of fish every night. We loved how close we were to the beach as well. 

- Kayla , Posted: 09/11/2023

June 2021

It is a very cozy house, it has many things to have fun, it is in a good area, and Mark responds quickly to any needs you have.

- Celina , Posted: 09/11/2023

June 2021

The best thing I can say about my stay was the host. 10/10 would highly recommend. 

- Omar , Posted: 09/11/2023

April 2021

We celebrated my 50th birthday and the house was perfect for me and my family, Mark was an awesome host. 

- Amelia , Posted: 09/11/2023

April 2021

We expected to rent a beach house and go to the beach for the weekend, but the house was so comfortable, with so many amenities, we never left! 5-star vacation. 

- Jonathan , Posted: 09/11/2023

February 2021

Great place with beautiful views! lots of space for large families. 

- Danielle , Posted: 09/11/2023

January 2021 Love! Love! Love!

Both my family and I really enjoyed our time at the house. The neighborhood is quiet so sitting outside on the patio in the evenings was beautiful and super relaxing. The weather was cool, so the hot tub was perfect for warming up and relaxing. The bedrooms were all comfy and had all the amenities you want. The satellite TV was easy to find stuff to watch, and with multiple TVs around the house everyone can find a space to watch what they want. 

The new grocery store on the island is within walking distance. The main road to the National seashore is right around the corner so it was a quick drive. 

This house is great for all types of groups or even just a couple that wants to spread out. 

I definitely plan on going back with friends and family!! 

- Joanna , Posted: 09/11/2023

December 2020

THIS PLACE IS FANTASTIC!!! IT WAS A GREAT PLACE THAT MY ENTIRE FAMILY ENJOYED! THE HOST AND HOSTESS WERE VERY ACCOMODATING 

- Shelley , Posted: 09/11/2023

March 2016

We had an amazing time. Mark and his wife were so nice and accommodating. We were less than a mile from the beach but spent most of our time at their fabulous home. Hot tub fishing and swimming all from the back porch?! A paradise of a vacation. Highly recommend for families or big groups. 

- Paul , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/25/2023 Great place! 5/5 Stayed Jul 2023 -VRBO

Excellent place that fit our large group of 9. We enjoyed fishing off the back dock and unwinding in the hot tub, and it’s just a short drive to the beach! Very clean and comfortable place. Mark was very helpful and accommodating! 

- Amber P. , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/23/2023 Great experience 5/5 Stayed Jul 2023 - VRBO

What a great trip. The house was fabulous, and the property owners were amazing and so accommodating. There were tons of beach stuff in the garage for us to use at our disposal and the back deck was such a great space. Will definitely book with them again! 

- Kristie C. , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/31/2023 Airbnb Review #947210938937668135

Nice place good location 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

08/03/2022 Great Location

Close to the beach and loved being right on the water! Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 

- Courtney R. , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/26/2022 Family fun

Very nice Condo, in a convenient location. The condo was very clean and had a very large deck with a nice water view. The host was very accommodating and quick to answer questions. Would stay here again! Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 

- Jennifer H. , Posted: 09/11/2023

08/18/2021 Great Vacation

Great house for a family vacation. Plenty to keep the grandkids busy when not at the beach. Plenty of room for the entire family. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 

- Robert B. , Posted: 09/11/2023

06/14/2021 New Review

Fun in the Sun Location and neighborhood is family friendly. Less than 3 minutes to the beach. Enjoyed fishing from the deck every morning and evening. Outdoor living space is great. House is roomy and comfortable. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 

- Karen P. , Posted: 09/11/2023

Great weekend get away!

We had a wonderful time staying here! The house is well stocked (even had a crockpot we could use!). Mark is extremely responsive and very nice to work with. He even came to the house to show us how to use everything, which was very helpful. It is a little dated in decor, but very clean and very spacious. Overall, we are very happy we stayed here and hope to be back again! Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 

- Allie S. , Posted: 09/11/2023

10/03/2020 Port A Vaca

Really enjoyed the deck, we had some nice breezy mornings, the house had plenty of room and Mark is great! Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 

- Sonja A. , Posted: 09/11/2023

06/26/2020 Awesome outdoor space!

We stayed here for the outdoor space, and it was definitely worth it. 5 boys 4 adults and we had a lot of fun. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020 

- Candace S. , Posted: 09/11/2023

04/04/2016 Great times with great friends at a great property!

We spent 4 days at the property and had an incredible time. There were 4 couples and there was plenty of room for all of us. We did spend most of the time enjoying the amazing deck. Grilling, fishing, hanging out in the hot tub. There was definitely plenty to do. Caught a few crabs with the crab trap but didn't have much luck this time fishing off the deck. Mark made us feel very welcome and we will try to stay here again when we can make i back down. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016 

- David G. , Posted: 09/11/2023

06/28/2023 Airbnb Review #917497790405694429

Great place! We caught a bunch of keepers fish. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

06/25/2023 Airbnb Review #921115332284060238

Beautiful place, minutes away from the beach and 30 min to the aquarium, beautiful view, clean home, very responsive, would highly recommend. Our kids had fun!!! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

05/22/2023 Airbnb Review #896458462674709446

Great spot for a getaway and Mark was an awesome host. Looking forward to doing another trip out that way. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

05/09/2023 Airbnb Review #886317983164751814

Great stay, great hosts! Will definitely be back. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

09/14/2022 Airbnb Review #713800384384947457

This is the best place to stay on the island. It has fishing, easy access to the bay and ocean and a dock to tie up and be ready to go at a moment’s notice. The view from the back deck is fantastic as well as a great place to sit and enjoy a drink. It is truly Paradise. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/27/2022 Airbnb Review #679049830217130372

Awesome host! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/23/2022 Airbnb Review #675324958577893868

Comfortable stay Mark is very responsive to any needs. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/06/2022 Airbnb Review #661631329843968335

Our family had a great time at this quaint beach house. It had everything we needed and was conveniently located close to the beach. The host was accessible and very accommodating. We can’t wait to go back! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/11/2023

07/06/2022 Airbnb Review #663729561010462370

Had such an incredible stay at this beautiful condo. Mark was very quick with responses, helpful for all of our requests, and such a friendly guy to meet! He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best beach vacation. 10/10 recommend! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

06/01/2022 Airbnb Review #637734679622484416

Great location! Great home! Great host!! Absolutely a must stay!! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

05/23/2022 Airbnb Review #632644200034151350

I don’t want to tell anybody about how fantastic the location is right on the canal. Nor do I want to let anybody know how great the fishing is. And definitely don’t want anybody to know how wonderful the host is. I want to keep this hidden gem to myself because this place is fantastic if you need a beautiful place that is perfect for fishing right off the dock, docking your boat and going directly to the best inshore fishing, or just sitting on one of the decks and enjoying island time. Whether you’re in the hot tub or just having a glass of wine and enjoying the view, it’s all perfect. Plenty of parking in the long wide driveway, plenty of room in the house with four bedrooms and pullout couches, and conveniently close to all things Padre Island. This is the perfect place but please don’t let anybody know the secret. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

05/02/2022 Airbnb Review #617430351959850274

Great stay thanks so much! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

02/02/2016 New Review

First of all, super friendly host. Nice house in perfect location with awesome outside porch - you gonna love it. It is not so far to the beach, or you can enjoy in the hot tub. It is perfect for 2 families with 5 kids. Definitely follow Mark´s recommendations what´s around. Try the German bakery that's also not far away. 

- Andy , Posted: 09/06/2023

02/13/2016 A spectacular vacation enjoyed by all!

The owner was present upon arrival for a personal tour of the home. He was very kind and accommodating. The property is a luxury home as pictured. It is well kept and very clean. We enjoyed every aspect of the spacious rental. The home is large and open enough for family gatherings yet offers plenty of privacy from the neighbors. The location on the canal was perfect for fishing from the wonderful deck. There is a corner store close by and the expansive Padre Island beach is a must see. There is a water park, aquarium and naval ship tour also in the area. The bi-level deck was everyone's favorite. Something was available for everyone, from the grill, deck, sound system, to the hot tub where we enjoyed wonderful sunsets. Tables, chairs and towels were also plentiful. The home also has a washer and dryer. We plan on staying again next year! 

- Crispells , Posted: 09/06/2023

02/27/2016 This property is an amazing location.

This property is in an amazing location. Directly on the water and just a few minutes from some pretty amazing beaches. Mark was a great host and has a gem in this coastal property. He went above and beyond with his hospitality by meeting us at the house and walking us through how to operate everything on that fantastic deck. The home was extremely well stocked with towels and basic toiletries, a concept that most homeowners forget when they list their properties. The bedrooms were great, comfy beds and linens. Plenty of space to stretch out. Cable and internet were a great addition, we watched a few movies and was able to get some work done. The fishing off the back deck was awesome, caught Black Drum, Crabs and Red Fish like crazy. The fire pit gives a great ambiance for those not interested in fishing and the music and the outdoor grill is the perfect touch. The hot tub was great and got some use as well. We will certainly be visiting Mark again in the future, we had an amazing time! Response from Mark: Wow! Thanks so much Nikki. You folks were great. Please come back soon. 

- Nikki , Posted: 09/06/2023

03/19/2016 We had an amazing time.

We had an amazing time. Mark and his wife were so nice and accommodating. We were less than a mile from the beach but spent most of our time at their fabulous home. Hot tub fishing and swimming in the canal all from the back porch! A paradise of a vacation. Highly recommend for families or big groups. 

- Paul , Posted: 09/06/2023

03/23/2016 Great times with great friends at a great place

There were 4 couples and there was plenty of room for all of us. We did spend most of the time enjoying the amazing deck. Grilling, fishing, hanging out in the hot tub, there was definitely plenty to do. Caught a few crabs with the crab trap but didn't have much luck this time fishing off the deck. Mark made us feel very welcome and we will try to stay here again when we can make it back down. 

- David G , Posted: 09/06/2023

07/04/2017 Awesome place for a family vacation

Awesome place for a family vacation, fishing from the deck, relaxing in the hot tub, the shaded deck keeps the sun off. Super clean and well maintained, and owners instantly respond to any questions. Beautiful landscaping. 1 to 5 minutes from multiple beaches. My kids want to live there now! 

- Charles , Posted: 09/06/2023

05/18/2020 This place has everything.

This place has everything you’re looking for, for a place at the beach. Hot Tub and fishing off the dock, what more could you ask for. Pet friendly was perfect for our chocolate lab puppy Beesly. Everything was enclosed and locked, which made us feel safe with a dog there. We will be back! 

- Matt C , Posted: 09/06/2023

07/28/2021 Airbnb Review #411604573408174180

We had a great mini vacation, enjoyed the hot tub! Great fishing and just down the street from the beach

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

06/26/2021 Airbnb Review #392762409426804144

Excellent, spacious home for our family to enjoy! The deck was our absolute favorite part and where we spent the majority of our trip just swimming in the canal or in the hot tub or fishing. The kitchen was stocked well for us to cook our meals, the beds were extremely comfortable, and it was very clean. Nice, quiet neighborhood and very close commute to the beach or any stores/restaurants. Mark is very communicative and easy to get ahold of for any questions that might arise. We had a wonderful time, thanks again Mark! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

06/22/2021 Airbnb Review #389036908834821429

Really nice place to stay for a nice family reunion trip. The fishing is amazing out back on the deck. We were able to catch a lot of fish every night. We loved how close we were to the beach as well. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

06/16/2021 Airbnb Review #386192587995989127

It is a very cozy house. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

06/12/2021 Airbnb Review #767219731

The best thing I can say about my stay was the host. 10/10 would highly recommend. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

04/26/2021 Airbnb Review #752396339

We celebrated my 50th birthday and the house was perfect for me and my family , Mark was an awesome host 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

04/04/2021 Airbnb Review #745570996

We expected to rent a beach house and go to the beach for the weekend, but the house was so comfortable, with so many amenities, we never left! 5-star vacation 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

03/22/2021 Airbnb Review #740582189

The house was great. The best part was the hot tub!!! The deck had amazing sunsets and a great place to relax and listen to some music. Mark was very responsive and helpful during our stay and before. You can fish off the deck and it’s close to Whitecap beach. Wonderful family trip. 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

03/18/2021 Airbnb Review #737235719

We had a wonderful stay at Mark's place! The hot tub was so nice for hanging around the house and the incredible deck. We did some fishing and caught a few catches. The house is well stocked, we had everything we needed for a great weekend at the beach. Would definitely stay again! 

- Airbnb Guest , Posted: 09/06/2023

04/22/2016 The property is awesome.

The property is awesome, and Mark met us at the house to ensure we were all dialed in for our stay. The house was very nice, super clean and well equipped for any length of stay. The highlight is the whole outdoor deck/porch area where we spent most of our time. Not only did I have my boat at the dock right at the deck, but we had an outdoor Stereo, Hot Tub, BBQ at our leisure! Mark made sure that we were taken care of and the way they care for their property is second to none. All the linens, rooms, areas were very clean and everything in the house we used worked! We will definitely come back for a long-term stay. Thanks Mark! Response from Mark: You are so welcome and thank you for your kind words. Great guest and would be perfect for any host. 

- Cory , Posted: 09/06/2023