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Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball

Family-friendly stay near Whitecap Beach

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A heated pool
Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A long, straight pathway with metal railings leading to the sea under a cloudy sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12127 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Corpus christi, TX
  • Place, Lake Padre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Padre Balli Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Corpus Christi

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Padre Island vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Whitecap Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of North Padre Island Beach. Padre Balli Park and Bob Hall Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Padre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Padre Balli Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 7 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain’s Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brewster Street Icehouse On The Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball

Aruba Bay Resort - Salty and Sweet TABG006: Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides and Pickleball

Why Guests Love This Property
Salty and Sweet combines modern comfort with the fun of a tropical getaway. Families and friends love the spacious, open-concept layout, private patio, and proximity to two heated pools. Just a short stroll from the beach, this townhouse offers the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure for all ages.

Highlights
Pet-friendly property accommodating up to 12 guests
Private, fenced patio with seating for outdoor enjoyment
Two heated pools with slides, plus a splash pad nearby
Open-concept living area with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and seating for 12
On-site amenities including pickleball court, game room, and boat slip rentals
Short walk to the beach and easy access to Lake Padre and Gulf waters

Sleeping Arrangements
Master Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed
Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): Twin-over-twin bunk bed with twin trundle, Twin-over-full bunk bed
Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): Two queen beds
Living Area (1st Floor): Queen sleeper sofa
Bathrooms:
1st Floor – Walk-in shower
2nd Floor – Tub/shower combo for guest and Walk-in shower for primary
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.

Kitchen and Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and ample counter space
Seating for 12, including breakfast bar and dining area
Keurig and 12-cup coffee maker provided

Community Amenities
Heated resort-style pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Pool Update: The pool is open and available for normal use. Due to local Stage 3 water restrictions, decorative features like fountains and splash elements are temporarily unavailable.
Poolside loungers, Tiki huts, and picnic tables
Clubhouse and game room
Pickleball court and two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station

Guest FAQs
Q. Is this property dog-friendly?
A. Yes, up to two dogs are allowed. Fees apply based on stay length, and a cleaning fee is required.

Q. How far is the beach from this property?
A. The beach is about a 15-minute walk from the townhouse.

Q. Are linens and towels provided?
A. Yes, all linens and towels are provided and professionally laundered. Starter amenities are included but not replenished during your stay.

Q. Is parking available for multiple vehicles?
A. Yes, reserved parking for two vehicles and additional unmarked spots for guests are available.

Location
Mustang Island State Park – 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles
USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles

Policies and Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Primary guest must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Signed Rental Agreement is required prior to check-in
Dog Friendly Property: Maximum of Two Dogs/No Weight Restriction
Pet Fees: For stays of 1–29 days, the pet fee is $100 per pet plus a $50 cleaning fee, and for stays of 30+ days, the pet fee is $300 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee

STR Permit #: 307728

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,368 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Whitecap Beach and 2 mi (5-min drive) from North Padre Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball to downtown Corpus Christi?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi away from Corpus Christi.

Family-Friendly Retreat | 2 Heated Pools, Slides & Pickleball Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great location, great property!

Great property in a great location - thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Very clean. Short walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sothearith L.

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

Place super clean

Place is super clean and close to the beach. Really enjoy staying . Will definitely be back in the future
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

We had a wonderful stay with very nice accommodations. Thank you!

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: Rental process was very easy and staff very friendly
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was in a good location and had a few things brought to management that needed attended to and they would took care of it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SAMUEL N.

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

Great time at this location!

We had a wonderful stay at this location, everything was as described in the photos and listing. Good location to the beach. Only suggestions were that the electric sockets in the 2 queen room were hard to get to, maybe bring an extension cord. Also downstairs bathroom door is one of those barn doors, it was hard to lock.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Sweet Stay

Loved this property because of the cleanliness of the bedding. As well as the third shower which was super convenient! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Graduation party

Stayed for a graduation party family get together
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Family Fun at the Beach

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 really enjoyed our stay at Salty and Sweet. It was clean, well maintained and close to the beach which was great. We made good use of the pickleball court and would happily stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Solar Eclipse

We stayed one night ahead of the solar eclipse, we enjoyed the house, there was plenty of room, and the kids loved the bunk beds. Very clean, and lots of room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lucy D.

Cute and comfortable

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 experience at this rental. We went with my inlaws and they loved it. Had everything we needed. We loved the backyard and that it was close to the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Girls’ Weekend

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: Fantastic condo! Stayed here with 8 friends for a girls’ trip and it was fantastic! Great common spaces and even a cute photo op in the backyard. Would definitely book this condo again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Norma Z.

Convenient location, relaxing pool, affordable

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: Sweet and Salty was a great place for the family. The pools are nice and good size to keep an eye on multiple kids. Close to the beach and a nearby Stripes. Space is roomy and clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aimee O.

Great beach escape

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: With access to both pools, all the space in the condo, and the proximity to the beach made for a wonderful family vacation. We needed all these amenities since we were traveling with twin toddlers and 2 teens. Thanks for a great stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

A great 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: We stayed here for a month and a half and had a great experience. The rental was very modern and everything was in working order. Well maintained and quiet property with a short walk to the beach where we enjoyed walking our dog everyday. Will rent again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

A great 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: We stayed here for a month and a half and had a great experience. The rental was very modern and everything was in working order. Well maintained and quiet property with a short walk to the beach where we enjoyed walking our dog everyday. Will rent again.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Rosie S.

Could have been better

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It rained several nights and the rain came in through the vents so there were wet spots all through the house. For the money I would have thought it would be better.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Girls’ Weekend

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: Fantastic condo! Stayed here with 8 friends for a girls’ trip and it was fantastic! Great common spaces and even a cute photo op in the backyard. Would definitely book this condo again!