5805 Gulf Blvd (Turtle House)
In Business Since 2012
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5805 Gulf Blvd (Turtle House)
5805 Gulf Blvd (Turtle House)
We invite you to stay with us in a one of a kind historic home here on beautiful South Padre Island, 5805 Gulf Blvd! The Turtle House was formerly owned by Ila Fox Loetscher, founder of the well known non-profit organization and tourist attraction, Sea Tu
Vacation Home in South Padre Island Texas
| Bedrooms: | 4 Bedrooms • Sleeps 12 |
| Bathrooms: | 3 Full Bathrooms |
| Location Setting: | Waterfront - Nearby |
| Beach Access: | Near a Beach |
| Internet: | Internet Access |
| Television: | Cable/Dish TV |
| Washer/Dryer: | Yes |
Rates & Availability
(Displayed in USD)
- Daily Rates from $169 to $629 per night
- Monthly Rates from $3,200 to $3,400 per month
| Season | Nightly | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
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Thanksgiving 2020
Nov 24, 2020 - Nov 29, 2020 |
$249 | n/a | n/a |
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Early Winter 2020
Nov 30, 2020 - Dec 22, 2020 |
$169 | n/a | n/a |
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Christmas 2020 New Years 2021
Dec 23, 2020 - Jan 02, 2021 |
$249 | n/a | n/a |
|
Winter 2021
Jan 03, 2021 - Jan 31, 2021 |
$239 | n/a | $3,200 |
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Late Winter 2021
Feb 01, 2021 - Mar 03, 2021 |
$239 | n/a | $3,400 |
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Early Spring Break 2021
Mar 04, 2021 - Mar 14, 2021 |
$379 | n/a | n/a |
Property Description
We invite you to stay with us in a one of a kind historic home here on beautiful South Padre Island, 5805 Gulf Blvd! The Turtle House was formerly owned by Ila Fox Loetscher "The Turtle Lady of South Padre", founder of the well known non-profit organization and tourist attraction, Sea Turtle Inc. Before starting Sea Turtle, Inc. Ila served as the first female pilot to be licensed in Iowa and Illinois and was a correspondent of Amelia Earhart. The former pilot fell in love with sea turtles after caring for them as a volunteer in Mexico in 1965 and brought her love for them back to South Padre Island where she continued to care for her beloved sea turtles from her home, 5805 Gulf Blvd!
Ila's home was recently purchased and renovated by South Padre Island locals, and fans of Ila and her work. The home was renovated in 2020 to restore its coastal charm and showcases many relics of Ila's extraordinary life. The 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom private home sits directly across from the beach on Gulf Blvd and can accommodate up to 12 guests. The ground floor features two bedrooms, each with a Queen size bed and flat-screen TV. Each bedroom has an attached private bathroom with a shower. The ground floor also entails an entertainment space/game room with a foosball table and two additional twin beds for guests! Upstairs you'll find the main level of the home, a very spacious open concept kitchen, living and dining room that is bright and inviting. The kitchen is fully stocked with cook and dishware needed to make delicious home-cooked meals and features a gorgeous center island bar that expands the width of the kitchen. Guests have ample seating around the flat-screen TV in the living room and between the dining table and bar seating. Step outside on the private beach facing balcony and enjoy views of the ocean while you drink your morning coffee and evening cocktails, or just to enjoy the sea breeze!
Upstairs, you will also find the 3rd and 4th guest bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms features a Full-size bed and a loft with Twin size bed. A guest bathroom with a combination bathtub and shower is shared between the bedrooms and common areas on the second floor. There is also a balcony just off the kitchen equipped with a BBQ grill. When you're ready to hit the beach, you'll find a beach access just a few steps from your front door!
Activities and Special Interests
This property provides access to the following activities and special interests:
Featured Amenities
Entertainment
Property Features
Other Property Amenities
- Starter Kit of Essentials & Toiletries
- Patio
- America's Top 10 Beaches
- Public Beach Access Areas
- MobiChair, Paratransit and Handicap Beach Accesses
- Island Airport Shuttle
- The Wave Free Public Transportation
- Jet Skiing
- Parasailing
- Windsurfing
- Kiteboarding
- Deep Sea Off Shore Fishing
- Bay Fishing
- Sand Castle Lessons
- Horseback Riding on Beach
- Sky Diving
- Banana Boat Rides
- Public Boat Ramps
- Golf Cart/Dune Buggy/Jeep Rentals
- Waterpark at Isla Blanca (Formerly Schlitterbahn)
- South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
- Sea Turtle, Inc.
- Port Isabel Lighthouse Museum
- Ocean Front Dining
- Bay Front Dining and Entainment District
- Louie's Backyard & Bay Front Entertainment
- Fireworks Over the Bay
- The Black Dragon Pirate Cruise
- Dolphin Watch and Eco-Cruise
- Isla Blanca Park
- South Padre Island Golf Course
- Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge
- Fully Stocked (Cookware/Dishware)
- Toaster - 2 Slice
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Related Tags
- 4 bedroom
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