Summary:
Welcome to Driftwood Den, a bright single-level cottage inside Long Island Village, a gated resort community on the Texas coast. Spread out with a king suite, a queen bedroom, and a full sleeper sofa for up to six guests, then step out to your covered deck and charcoal grill. Your stay unlocks the village pools, hot tubs, golf, tennis, pickleball, marina, and more, with the bay and South Padre Island just minutes away.
The Space:
Driftwood Den is a comfortable single-level cottage tucked inside Long Island Village, a gated waterfront resort community in Port Isabel. With an open, light-filled living space, a full kitchen, and a covered deck out back, it is an easy, relaxed home base for a family or small group on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Inside, the living, kitchen, and dining areas flow together under a vaulted ceiling, so the group can cook, gather, and unwind in one bright, connected space. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms give everyone room to spread out, and a full sleeper sofa adds flexible sleeping for up to six.
Best of all, your stay comes with full access to everything Long Island Village offers, from indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs to an 18-hole golf course, tennis, pickleball, a marina, and the bay just beyond the gates. Whether you are here to fish, golf, hit the island, or simply slow down, Driftwood Den puts it all within reach.
Key Features
• Sleeps 6 guests comfortably
• 2 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
• Bright, open single-level layout with vaulted ceiling
• Full kitchen with bar seating and dining for six
• Covered back deck with charcoal grill and outdoor dining
• King suite, queen bedroom, and full sleeper sofa
• In-unit washer and dryer
• Self check-in with an electronic door lock
• Resort access: pools, hot tubs, golf, tennis, pickleball, marina
• Located in Long Island Village, Port Isabel, minutes from South Padre Island
Sleeping Arrangements
Total occupancy: 6 guests
Total beds: 3
• Primary Bedroom: king bed with a TV
• Second Bedroom: queen bed
• Living Room: full-size sleeper sofa
Bathrooms
Driftwood Den has two full bathrooms, each with a walk-in shower, giving your group flexibility for busy mornings and after-beach rinse-offs. Fresh towels and bath essentials are provided.
Living Areas
The heart of the home is the open living space, where a comfortable sofa and recliners gather around the TV beneath a vaulted ceiling. Big windows keep it bright all day, and the full sleeper sofa means there is always room for two more. It flows right into the kitchen and dining area, so no one is ever far from the conversation.
Kitchen & Dining
The full kitchen is ready for everything from quick breakfasts to group dinners, with full-size appliances, a dishwasher, ample counter space, and bar seating. The dining table seats six, making it easy to bring everyone together at the end of the day.
Outdoor Space
Out back, a covered deck is built for slow Gulf Coast mornings and easy evenings, with an outdoor dining set and a charcoal grill for cookouts. It is a shaded, breezy spot to relax between trips to the pool, the marina, or the island.
Resort Amenities
Your stay includes full access to the amenities at Long Island Village, a gated resort community on the water. Cool off in the outdoor pool or swim laps in the indoor pool, soak in the community hot tubs, or play a round on the 18-hole golf course. There are tennis and pickleball courts, sand volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, mini golf, a fitness center, a billiard room, a game room, and a marina with fishing on site. Gate cards and wristbands are provided at the Welcome Center when you arrive.
Surrounding Areas
Driftwood Den sits in Port Isabel, a relaxed coastal town at the gateway to South Padre Island. The beaches, restaurants, and attractions of the island are just over the causeway, with fishing, birding, and bay adventures all around.
Nearby favorites include:
• South Padre Island beaches, dining, and water sports just over the causeway
• Deep-sea and bay fishing charters from the local marinas
• Port Isabel Lighthouse and historic downtown shops
• Laguna Madre for kayaking, paddleboarding, and birding
• Dolphin watching and sunset cruises from the bay
• Easy day trips to Brownsville and the wildlife refuges
★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★
We are Third Coast Elevated Stays, a locally rooted team caring for homes and guests along the Texas Gulf Coast. We believe a stay should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the easy rhythm of the coast.
From booking to checkout, we are here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance so you can settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories on the Texas coast.
Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire cottage, including the living areas, kitchen, both bedrooms, both bathrooms, the in-unit washer and dryer, and the covered back deck.
• Self check-in is available through an electronic door lock, so arrival is simple and flexible
• Parking is available on site for up to 2 vehicles
• Long Island Village has limited parking and vehicle-size restrictions, so large trucks, vans, or RVs may not fit; please reach out before arrival if you are bringing an oversized vehicle
• Your stay includes access to all Long Island Village amenities; pick up your gate card and wristbands at the Welcome Center on arrival
This is a single-level home with no interior stairs.
The Neighborhood:
Driftwood Den is located in Long Island Village, a gated waterfront resort community in Port Isabel on the Texas Gulf Coast. The community offers indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball, a marina, and more, all just minutes from South Padre Island and the Laguna Madre.
Getting Around:
A vehicle is recommended for getting around Port Isabel and over the causeway to South Padre Island. Free parking is available on site for up to two vehicles. The island beaches, restaurants, and attractions are a short drive away, and the local marinas put fishing and bay tours within easy reach.
Other Things to Note:
• Due to ongoing construction and occasional water line repairs in the community, temporary water outages may occur during your stay. Most are restored within an hour, though some may last longer.
• Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM
• Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM in consideration of our neighbors
• Dogs are welcome with weight restrictions and a pet fee; cats are not permitted
• Please do not allow pets on the golf course
• Maximum occupancy is 6 guests; only registered guests are permitted
• Long Island Village is a gated community; please follow posted community rules
• Please take trash to the community compactor near the tennis courts on your way out
• Every reservation includes accidental damage protection for added peace of mind
• Additional fees and taxes may apply to your reservation total
• No smoking, parties, or events
