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Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach

Waterfront vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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Relax in the warm South Texas sun at Aruba Bay Resort - Shell Yeah TABG013. This two-story townhome features a private WIFI network, flat-screen TV, and washer and dryer for ultimate comfort. Unwind on the back patio overlooking the pool or take a short 5-minute walk to the beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
The current price is ￥25,248
￥98,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach

Aruba Bay Resort - Shell Yeah TABG013: Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach

Why Guests Love This Property
Shell Yeah offers the perfect mix of space, comfort, and coastal charm for families or groups. Pet-friendly and just a short stroll from the beach, this two-story townhome has everything you need for a relaxing North Padre Island getaway, from a fully equipped kitchen to private patios and stunning pool views.

Highlights
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with modern décor
Pet-friendly property accommodating up to two dogs
Private patio and balcony overlooking the pool and canal
First floor includes master bedroom; bedrooms upstairs for privacy
Family-friendly sleeping arrangements including bunk beds and sleeper sofa
Access to two heated resort-style pools and splash pad
Resort amenities: clubhouse, game room, pickleball, charcoal grills, and more

Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom (first floor): Queen size bed
Second bedroom (second floor): King size bed, private bathroom with walk-in shower
Third bedroom (second floor): Queen size bed
Fourth bedroom (second floor): Two sets of twin over full bunk beds
Living area: 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.

Kitchen & Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances
Seating for ten
Keurig and 12-cup coffee maker

Community Amenities
Resort-style heated pool with slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Poolside loungers, chairs, tables, Tiki huts
Clubhouse and game room
Pickleball court
Two-level canal-view deck
Charcoal grills and picnic tables
Boat slip rentals and fish cleaning station

Guest FAQs

Q: Is this property pet-friendly?
A: Yes, up to two dogs are allowed with applicable fees.

Q: How far is the beach?
A: A 15-minute walk.

Q: Are linens and towels provided?
A: Yes, all linens and towels are provided and professionally laundered after each stay.

Q: Is parking available?
A: Yes, two reserved spots plus additional guest parking throughout the complex.

Q: Are boats allowed?
A: No, boat/trailers are not authorized on the property; street-side parking attached to a vehicle only.

Location
Beach: 15-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
Two-night minimum stay required
Signed rental agreement required; contracting guest must be 25+ with valid ID
Dog Friendly: Maximum of two dogs.
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)

STR Permit #: 307850

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

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 an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving 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: 1,613 square feet

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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 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

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

Property is also known as

1691-258970

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Corpus Christi

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Padre Balli Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Packery Channel - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Palma - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach on Dec 16, 2025 start from ￥25,248, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach located?

This family-friendly Corpus Christi vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Whitecap Beach and Padre Balli Park. Texas Sealife Center and North Padre Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Pet-Friendly Family Retreat with Pools & Steps to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Condo was ready and perfect for our family. The host was always available and responsive to our questions and needs. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry H.

Aruba Shell Yeah-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: Awesome place. Everything’s in the rental!! 2 great pools for the kids !! Close to the beach. Definitely stay their again!!

10/10 Excellent

rodolfo c.

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

SEMANA SANTA CANTU REYES

First time as a family (14 people , 8 adults and 6 kids) to visit NPI and we love it; condo very nice and clean, swimming pool beatiful, beach very clean, everybody enjoy it, for sure we will be back and add 4 more people to the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco L.

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

Great place for family

The place was spacious and clean. We like the spot as it was close to the pool. The location was 4 minutes away from the beach driven. Will definitely save the location for next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Marion, TX

Family Beach Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a beautiful time in this beach home. Access to the pools were so helpful and we had enough space for our big family to enjoy everything. My two babies had a lot of fun in the backyard as well! The only couple things we may have needed was blankets and a broom so we could sweep up the sand that trickled in from our beach visits. Everything else was perfect and we had such a great time!
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Good Location

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: It was a great stay. A lot to offer in the close proximity to the location (fishing, swimming, and beach).

10/10 Excellent

Jayne F.

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

Great place for our family!

We, a family of 5 (kids 2-8) and grandparents, stayed here for 5 nights and had a blast! The place was very clean and felt new and nice. The kitchen had tons of dishes for everyone and plenty of things to prepare meals with. The little backyard was actually great, good size to sit in the Adirondack chairs and for kids to play catch in. Location was great- a couple minute drive to the beach and easy to get to a grocery store or restaurant. Nice having one bedroom on the ground floor for someone who doesn’t do well with steps. The pool area was great and our kids had a blast on the slides. We’d definitely recommend this place and would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Myriam B.

Review

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: It was a great expreience
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10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Very Clean and Great Location

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 nice and clean condo. Tons of room, great location. We had zero issues. I would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

seth r.

Very Nice 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: Property was really set up well. It had a great location and pool was very kid friendly. The house cookware was top notch. I’d definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Clean property

The property was very clean. It is more than a 8 min walk to the beach. I would recommend taking your car or renting a golf cart.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Great location leaky ceiling

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: I really liked the location. The problem was the ceiling was leaking from the second floor to the first floor. Plaster falling to the ground. I am 68 years old and slipped on the floor where the ceiling was leaking and almost did the splits.

6/10 Okay

Leah S.

The condo was clean and in overall good condition however the ac stayed 10 degrees hotter downstairs (even over night with no-one going in and out of the condo) when maintenance showed up 8 hours after contacting them their only suggestion was to close the vents off upstairs so it would blow harder downstairs.. the dryer did not work and the fridge took 24 hours to cool as if it had been shut off prior to our stay. The trash cans around the grilling area located right outside of the condo were over flowing when we checked in and smelled awful. When we called maintenance to have them change it out they said they had already been informed by other guests but still took 24 hours before emptying them. The pools were nice and clean and the fishing docs were easily accessible. Nice place but for the price i expected it to be better maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025