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Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Corpus Christi with a water park

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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool
Experience beach-inspired living at Reelin' It Inn, perfectly situated for a memorable North Padre Island getaway. With a five-minute walk to the beach and nearby surfing, fishing, and water sports opportunities abound. Unwind with your group in this spacious townhome featuring private WiFi network, washer/dryer combo & fully-equipped kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 666 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach

Reelin’ It Inn at Smugglers Cove – Pet-Friendly Beachside Retreat with Pool

Why Guests Love This Property
Reelin’ It Inn is a charming, beach-inspired townhome just a five-minute walk from the Gulf of Mexico. Perfect for couples, small families, or travelers bringing pets, this bright and open retreat combines coastal style with comfort. Relax in the spacious living area, enjoy a freshly prepared meal in the modern kitchen, or let the kids explore the pirate ship playground while adults unwind by the heated pool. With convenient parking and a prime location near local attractions, it’s an ideal base for your North Padre Island getaway.

Highlights
Pet-friendly with room for up to two dogs
Steps from the beach for swimming, surfing, and sun-soaked days
Heated resort-style pool and splash pad for kids and adults
Pirate ship playground for endless family fun
Open-concept living with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi
Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and 12-cup coffee maker
Private, fenced patio for morning coffee or evening relaxation

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom (1st Floor): King bed
Hallway Nook: Twin-over-twin bunk bed
Living Area (1st Floor): Queen-size sleeper sofa
Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards.

Bathrooms:
1st Floor – Walk-in shower

Kitchen & Dining
The kitchen includes all cookware and utensils needed for meal prep, plus a 12-cup coffee maker. Seating for ten makes it easy for everyone to enjoy meals together.

Community Amenities
Guests enjoy full access to Smugglers Cove’s heated pool, splash pad, pirate ship playground, tiki huts, poolside loungers, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Reserved parking for two vehicles plus additional unmarked guest parking is available.

Guest FAQs
Q. Can I bring my dog?
A. Yes! Up to two dogs are welcome, with standard pet and cleaning fees.
Q. How far is the beach?
A. Only a 5-minute walk from the front door.
Q. Are linens and towels provided?
A. Yes. Padre Escapes’ Clean Bed Promise ensures every sheet, towel, and comforter is professionally laundered after each stay.
Q. Is Wi-Fi and laundry available?
A. Yes. Free Wi-Fi and in-home washer and dryer are included.

Location
Beach Access – 5-minute walk
Mustang Island State Park – 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles
USS Lexington – 26 miles
Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles

Policies & Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Guests must be 25+ with valid ID matching reservation name
Signed rental agreement required prior to check-in
Pet-friendly: Maximum of two dogs, no weight restriction
Pet fees: $100 (7 days or less), $200 (8–29 days), $300 (30+ days)
Pet cleaning fees: $50 (7 days or less), $75 (8–29 days), $100 (30+ days)
No boats or trailers in the complex; street parking only when attached to a vehicle

STR Permit #: 307866

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 714 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

1691-258942

About the area

Map
Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Packery Channel - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Padre Balli Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 27 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Palma - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach located?

This family-friendly Corpus Christi holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whitecap Beach, Padre Balli Park and North Padre Island Beach. Bob Hall Pier is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Paws Aboard! Dog-Friendly Paradise Just a Stroll from the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

Lovely condo in a Nice Comples

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The room was comfortable and very clean. Easy beach access and pet friendly so our pup was able to join us. The pool was great too. Kids will love.Padre Escapes, the management company, was so easy to work with. Will book through them again.
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10/10 Excellent

T H.

Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Place was amazing this was the first time we went through Padre Escapes, the people were great, had answers to all our questions, This stay is close to everything you could need while you are there. The video game was a blast when it rained....
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

October getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Was the first time we stayed there and had a great time. The cottage was very nice and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Great Property!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very pleasant, clean, well maintained, and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Dannielle H.

Perfect place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything about our stay was great. Very kid friendly and great location from the beach. We will definitely be renting again!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from San Antonio, TX

Perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My stay was great! Definitely will book again!

10/10 Excellent

rob g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Funtastic

From the start the booking process was seamless and uneventful. The stay was amazingly accommodating, felt like home...except a pool outside our front door...and an ocean in our backyard. Ya we loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Ideal beach getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed here with our family of 4 and couldn’t have been happier. Walked on the beach every morning, enjoyed the pool in the evenings (even in December), watched football on the nice living room TV, cooked steaks on the numerous outdoor grills, and the kids loved the old school arcade game. We’ll definitely be staying here again! Thank you for another wonderful stay Padre Escapes!
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Charming space

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful experience in a charming atmosphere just a walk from the beach. Love the area, love the decoration and nice amenities of the apartment. Quite spacious even for just one bedroom. Our family of four were satisfied with this experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Wonderful!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful place, walking distance to the public beach and a short drive to Mustang Island state park and the National Seashore. Very new building in great shape, very quiet even with families next door. Nice, new, full sized appliances and a giant TV, clean pool with a splashpad. We'll rent here again on our next trip to the beach!
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10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Amazing Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We visited with our family of 4 for 5 nights. We have an 8 year old and 2 year old. It was very clean, Everything you could think of to cook with, utensils, pots and pans, air fryer. Kids loved the added pac man arcade game and loved the bunk beds! The pool was perfect for families and it is only a 5 minutes walk or so to the beach. Would definitely come back and stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Best Spot for Families with Young Kids!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit was amazing! It had absolutely everything we needed and was such a perfect space to relax and cook after all the fun in the sun. The spray hose at the front of the unit was genius and allowed us to spray off sand from our kiddos and items before heading inside. As for sleeping, king bed was super comfy and my son even enjoyed sleeping on the pull-out couch bed. The location was perfect with just a few steps across to the pirate ship playground/pool and a short walk with our wagon down to the beach. We all voted to definitely come back and stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Great property for 2, location is close to beach and restaurants.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Smugglers Cove! Was visiting for a vow renewal ceremony and our friends and family rented cottages in the samecomplex. It was nice that they had multiple options to choose from to accommodate their family size. The cottages are spacious and bright, very comfortable. Have to remember to bring your own coffee, etc since there is nothing in the unit when you arrive. Would highly recommend! We rented golf carts from Salty Dolphin down the street. Beach is walking distance and lots of restaurant options nearby.
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2/10 Terrible

Jaran & Maranda F.

Ruined my vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Padre escapes ruined my family’s vacation. Ac broke was unable to fix it. it was 84-88 degrees in the house. Brought a portable and a box fan and offered me a discount to stay. Wouldn’t tell me what kind of discount. Sink was clogged. We found popsicle Trash in the beds and next to sofa. They have some ridiculous policy where they don’t make top bunks so I got to climb up there when the house was 85 degrees and try and make it for my son. We had a total of 7 maintenance people in and out all day long. They offered for me to get a TOTAL refund and check out and try and find somewhere else. They said they looked and they had no other properties to move us into. I found somewhere, checked out 3 nights early. Next day after we left I only got 597$ back out of my 1100$ paid and fought with them the rest of my vacation. Remember how they said they have no more units available to put us in? I was on Facebook and padre escapes post a unit saying last one left for this weekend call now! So they lied to us too. Padre escapes lied to me 2x, made my vacation cost 600$ more than budgeted for and basically said to bad. Yelp and Google have similar reviews to mine. BEWARE!