Surfside 204: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub and Oceanfront View

Surfside I, Unit 204 puts you 75 yards from the beach at 108 E Morningside Drive — a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo with a private patio overlooking the complex’s fenced courtyard, heated hot tub, and seasonally heated pool. Up to 6 guests, in-unit washer and dryer, open-concept kitchen, and a rare ground-floor garage for beach gear.
Surfside I is an Island original — not a brand-new build — but it is set up well, professionally cleaned, and priced to reflect exactly what it is.

At roughly 850 square feet, this condo is laid out well for a small group. The kitchen flows open into the dining area and living room, with a glass door leading out to the patio — you move through the space naturally rather than feeling like you’re navigating rooms. The fenced courtyard below is a real bonus for families; it gives kids a contained, safe space to run around while the adults unwind after the beach.

While this condo does require stairs being on the 2nd floor, it is not hard to navigate and affords a better pool view.

The kitchen comes stocked with coffee, filters, creamer, sweetener, tea, non-stick cooking spray, and salt and pepper — enough to get started, but not restocked during your stay, so plan to grab more if you are cooking seriously throughout your trip. Fresh towels and linens are provided on every bed.

FIVE REASON TO BOOK:

That ground-floor garage is a genuinely rare amenity on this island — stow your beach chairs, wagons, paddleboards, and all your gear without hauling it upstairs. A golf cart fits in there too. Most condos on South Padre give you nowhere to put any of that.

The master bedroom is set up for privacy: a queen bed, a smart TV, and an en suite half bath so guests never need to cross the common areas at night. A small walk-thru closet connects directly to the full bathroom for showering.

The guest bedroom has a full sized bed with a pull-out trundle that is a twin sized bed underneath — perfect for families with young kids or a couple who wants a little extra sleeping flexibility.

The living room does have a full sized sleeper sofa & we do provide the “just in case” airbed & pump. Please bring extra bedding if youd like to use the sleeper sofa or airbed, the rest of the beds are all ready to go with linens and bedding.

The kitchen is fully equipped for real home cooking — pots, pans, dishes, all of it — and the eat-in counter doubles as a work-from-laptop spot with included WiFi. A dining table and chairs give the group a second place to gather, and the living room has a sleeper sofa, a side chair, and a large flat screen smart TV for movie nights and board games.

Step outside to the private patio, pour a morning coffee or an evening margarita, and settle into the patio furniture — the view of the courtyard below takes care of the rest. The in-unit stackable washer and dryer means you pack lighter for longer stays, and all-tile floors throughout make post-beach cleanup easy.

Walk out the front and Kelly’s Irish Pub is one block away — with late night eats, the famous Reuben sandwich, and many beers on tap. Two blocks gets you to the Rockin Cigar bar. Three blocks is Captain’s Cove, the new fine dining spot from the owners of Yummies and Viva on the water. Coral Reef Bar for nightly karaoke is four blocks. Head down the beach 400 yards and you hit Clayton’s Beach Bar and Bar Louie.

Walkable for most families about 1 mile away is Sea Turtle Inc, the not to be missed attraction for kids at the largest sea turtle rehabilitation project in the US

A starter supply of soaps and trash bags is included but not resupplied. Beach towels are not provided — bring your own. A bonus queen-sized airbed with an electric pump is also in the unit; bring your own bedding if you plan to use it.

NO PETS

SLEEPING (Up to 6 Guests)
Master bedroom: King bed, smart TV, en suite half bath with sink and toilet, walk-thru closet connecting to the full bathroom. Guest bedroom: Queen bed with pull-out trundle, smart TV, adjacent to the full bathroom with tub and shower. Living room: sleeper sofa (small full bed). Bonus queen airbed with electric pump — bring your own bedding for either. The 6-guest maximum is a hard HOA cap that includes infants and children.

PARKING
Free off-street parking is included — unlike hotels on the island that charge for every car. Fits two small vehicles or one full-size SUV. A golf cart counts as a vehicle toward the two-car limit. No additional guest parking is available at the complex. The ground-floor garage fits a golf cart and all your beach gear but is not sized for a standard vehicle.

A NOTE ON STAIRS
Unit 204 is on the second floor — two flights of stairs, no elevator. If managing stairs is a concern for anyone in your group, please reach out before booking and we will point you toward a better-suited option.

Please note we have multiple units and can rent you more than one. Inquire — we would love to help you out!

High-speed WiFi is included throughout the condo; please note that Spectrum service can be spotty at times, so come prepared with a hotspot on your phone if you have must-do work as it can go down.

DISCOUNTS — JUST ASK
Reduced rates for off-season stays (September 15 – December 15), veterans and active military, and current Texas tackle football coaches (our sons play for Lake Travis in Austin — Go Cavs!). Send a message and ask.

POLICIES
Primary guest must be 23 or older. Guests under 23 require prior approval before booking and a substantial additional refundable damage deposit, if approved at all. A signed digital rental agreement and valid photo ID are required before check-in. You must read and agree to all house rules prior to booking — we are happy to answer any questions before you arrive. Strict cancellation policy applies. No smoking, no parties, no loud music at any time. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 9 AM. The property is security patrolled at night.

SELF CHECK-IN & MANAGEMENT
Professionally managed by South Padre Trips — the #1 reviewed vacation rental company on South Padre Island, with 24/7 phone support. Office at 2600 Padre Blvd, open 7 days a week.

Door codes are sent by text by 3 PM on your arrival day. If an earlier check-in matters to you, contact our office around 1 PM on arrival day and we will check for you — not guaranteed, but we will do our best.

We PRO-clean between each reservation and stay — not a quick cleanup, done right every time. We have staff on 24 hours a day, a real bonus you cannot find with a mom-and-pop host.

Starter toiletries and cleaning supplies are provided but not replenished. For stays of 3 nights or more, complimentary linen and towel exchange is available at the South Padre Trips office at 2600 Padre Blvd — the best property manager on South Padre Island.

Thank you so much for reading all of this. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions before you book.

City STR license on file, in good standing, and available upon request.

Surfside I, Unit 204 | 108 E Morningside Dr | South Padre Island, TX 78597

During your stay, you will have exclusive use of our second floor condo, complete with a private patio and an in unit washer and dryer. You are encouraged to enjoy the shared recreational spaces at the Surfside I complex, which include a fenced courtyard, a seasonally heated swimming pool, and a hot tub. We provide a private ground floor garage for your exclusive use, offering ample space to store your beach equipment safely. Please be aware that accessing the condo requires climbing two flights of stairs, as the property does not have an elevator.

You will love the unbeatable location of this condo, situated just seventy-five yards from the pristine sands of South Padre Island. The neighborhood is vibrant and incredibly walkable, making it easy to enjoy the best of the island without needing a car. A one-block stroll leads you to Kellys Irish Pub for a classic Reuben sandwich and local brews. For those looking for entertainment, the Rockin Cigar bar is just two blocks away, while a four-block walk brings you to the Coral Reef Bar for nightly karaoke. If you are in the mood for a scenic meal, Captains Cove is only three blocks away, offering fine dining right on the water. Families will appreciate being just a one-mile walk from Sea Turtle Incorporated, the premier sea turtle rehabilitation project in the United States. For a casual day on the sand, Clayton Beach Bar and Bar Louie are conveniently located just four hundred yards down the beach.

Getting around South Padre Island is a breeze from our centrally located condo. You will find that our neighborhood is incredibly walkable, allowing you to reach popular local spots, dining, and the beach in just a few minutes on foot. For those arriving by car, we provide two dedicated off street parking spaces, which is a rare amenity on the island. Please note that a golf cart is considered a vehicle toward this limit. If you have additional vehicles, free public parking is conveniently available at the island intermodal bus station or near the local post office. While we are located about forty minutes from the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, we recommend arranging a shuttle or rental car for your arrival as public transit options are limited once you reach the island.

Important information for your stay. Check in time is 3 pm and check out time is 11 am. The primary guest must be at least 23 years old and provide a valid photo ID along with a signed rental agreement prior to arrival. Please note that this unit is located on the second floor and requires climbing two flights of stairs as there is no elevator. We provide a starter supply of soaps, paper towels, and trash bags, but these are not replenished during your stay. Beach towels are not provided, so please bring your own. We offer free parking for up to two small vehicles or one full size SUV, with golf carts counting as a vehicle. Smoking, parties, and loud noise are strictly prohibited, and quiet hours are enforced from 10 pm to 9 am. For stays during March, guests between 10 and 35 years of age are required to purchase a security wristband from the homeowners association. Please follow the departure instructions including setting the thermostat to 78 degrees, starting the dishwasher with dirty dishes, and taking trash to the dumpster to avoid an additional cleaning fee.

Your comfort is our top priority. This property is professionally managed by South Padre Trips, the premier vacation rental company on the island. We provide 24/7 phone support to ensure you have assistance whenever you need it. Our local office, located at 2600 Padre Boulevard, is open seven days a week from 9 am to 5 pm to address any concerns. For all communication, please use the messaging platform provided by your booking site to ensure your requests are handled promptly by our dedicated team.

- An electronic key code is provided they day of check in by 3 pm, generally not before to the phone number on file - An e-sign rental agreement we do email to you must be completed to prior to arrival along with attaching a picture of your photo ID. This is NOT optional and required to maintain our STR Rental License with the City. - Minimum age of primary tenant is 25 years unless you contact us prior to arrival. If under 25, additional damage deposit is required You MUST inquire if not 25 The maximum amount of guests indicated is the absolute maximum. We count infants (children under 2) as guests. In other words infants count on your total amount of guests allowed, no exceptions. The primary guest must check in and accompany guests. Subletting is strictly prohibited. - One of the beds counted is an airbed we provide with pump as well as potentially a sleeper sofa coach. Please bring bedding if you plan on using Property is professionally managed locally by South Padre Island Trips at 2600 padre Blvd 78597 - our office is open 9 am to 5 pm seven days a week of you should need anything. No Smoking * No Parties * No Exceptions Loud noises are NEVER permitted including music. Complex quiet time is 10 pm to 9 am. Pool is open 8 am to 9:00 pm including outdoor hot tubs (if applicable) BBQing on property is not allowed unless otherwise noted Check in is 3 pm. Check out is 11 a.m. Our rental includes a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, soaps and dishwasher pods - it is not unlimited nor replenished. For stays more than 2 nights you may want to bring more we do not re supply. For our 1 bedroom condos, max is 1 car. For two & 3 bedrooms, 2 cars for parking though some properties may have less please check the description carefully. Additional free parking is available at the inter Modal bus station or at the post office on the Island as well as along Gulf Blvd. A golf cart is considered a vehicle FYI Generally NO PETS unless listing description indicates otherwise - if you do not disclose you will be evicted :( The pet fee for pet friendly properties is $75 plus 17% occupancy tax PER PET. If the property IS pet friendly, pets may not be left alone to bark, allowed on furniture, & all pet droppings must be picked up & properly disposed of. Pets are never allowed in or by pool areas nor are they allowed to be off lease on property Unauthorized / non registered guests are NOT allowed. Get togethers NOT allowed nor unregistered guests in pool area. At check out, you must turn the thermostat to 78 degrees, put all dirty dishes in dishwasher and turn on, and take all trash in unit out to dumpster. Failure to do so results in an excessive cleaning fee of $150 billed to the credit card on file Please message us prior to booking if you have any questions we are here to help :) Finally, whew! Thank you so much for getting thru all this. We want your stay to be awesome and no disappointments is all.
In month of March those between 10 and 35 years of age I required to purchase a condo security wristband fee price of $25 per person +17% tax. This is not the fee of us as the property owner is from the homeowners association.

We do pre-collect for this fee as a courtesy
Otherwise, you must arrive between 9 AM and 5 PM and go to the HOA office and purchased them for all cash. They will not accept a credit card and they only sell them during these times.
Kindly plan accordingly, as security will not allow entry to the property or building for anyone without a wristband.