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Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari!

Vacation home in Corpus Christi with kitchen and balcony

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Beach nearby
Children's area
A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
At Smugglers Cove, discover a two-bedroom haven that sleeps up to 10 people in comfort. With jungle décor and a Tiki Hut for the kids, this Surfari townhome is perfect for families or groups of friends. Enjoy the pool with splash-pad and pirate ship themed playground just steps away.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101254 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari!

Surfari at Smugglers Cove – Tropical Retreat with Pool & Pirate Playground

Why Guests Love This Property
Surfari at Smugglers Cove offers the perfect blend of tropical style and coastal comfort for families and couples. Just a short 5-minute walk from the beach, this vibrant townhome features an open-concept living area, private fenced patio, and resort-style amenities including a heated pool and splash pad. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the pirate ship playground, making it an ideal home base for creating lasting memories on North Padre Island.

Highlights
5-minute walk to the beach for effortless Gulf access
Sleeps up to 10—perfect for families or friends
Heated pool and splash pad, fun for all ages
Pirate ship playground right outside your door
Pet-friendly for up to 2 dogs (fees apply)
Open-concept kitchen and living area with modern finishes
Private fenced patio for outdoor relaxation

Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom (1st Floor): King bed
Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): Queen bed
Loft (2nd Floor): Two twin-over-twin bunk beds
Living Area (1st Floor): Queen 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
2nd Floor – Tub/shower combo

Kitchen & Dining
The kitchen is fully equipped for home-cooked meals, featuring stainless steel appliances, cookware, and a 12-cup coffee maker. Gather at the dining table with seating for nine, or enjoy casual meals and snacks in the open living area for easy together time.

Community Amenities
Guests at Smugglers Cove enjoy a heated swimming pool (up to 85°F in winter), splash pad, and pirate ship playground. Poolside loungers, tiki huts, picnic tables, and charcoal grills make it easy to relax or host a casual meal outdoors. Reserved parking for two vehicles is included, with additional guest spaces throughout the community.

Guest FAQs
Q. Is this property dog-friendly?
A. Yes! Up to two dogs are welcome with no weight restrictions. Pet fees apply.
Q. How close is the beach?
A. Just a 5-minute walk—no car needed to enjoy the Gulf.
Q. Are linens and towels provided?
A. Yes. All linens, towels, and washcloths are professionally laundered before each stay. Starter supplies like soap, paper products, and dish soap are provided.
Q. Is Wi-Fi and laundry available?
A. Yes, free private Wi-Fi and an 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
Dog-friendly (max 2 dogs, no weight limit)
$100 per pet fee (≤7 nights), $200 (8–29 nights), $300 (30+ nights)
Pet cleaning fee applies per stay
No boats or trailers allowed in the complex; street parking only when attached to a vehicle

STR Permit #: 307840

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
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 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 sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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

  • Unit size: 1,254 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

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

1691-258846

About the neighborhood

Map
Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Whitecap Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Packery Channel - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Padre Balli Park - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • North Padre Island Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 27 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 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 Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari!?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari! on Dec 21, 2025 start from $105.0, 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 Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari! 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 Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari! located?

Located in Padre Island, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Whitecap Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Padre Balli Park and North Padre Island Beach. Bob Hall Pier is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Reviews

Experience the Best of Jungle Vibes and Coastal Tides at Surfari! Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Cotulla, TX

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: We really enjoyed our recent stay. The facilities were clean and our kids loved the safari theme throughout the house. Great location to the beach access and the pool is a big hit for everyone.
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10/10 Excellent

jade r.

Great Family Vacation Spot

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! The location was perfect and very family friendly!

10/10 Excellent

Mac M.

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

Great location with pool and pirate ship

Grandson loved the safari inside focus. Love Tiki room under stairs. Only negative is that the Bunk beds are hard along with the pillows. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ramona S.

Visiting family together

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 wonderful experience! The kids loved the decor, the location was great. The pool was also a hit, we would definitely stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie E.

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: This was the perfect vacation spo with our little family. We have a 4 & 1yr old & this place had everything to keep them entertained! The house we so cute & so clean! No complaints! It was super close to the beach which was great! Would definetly stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

It's a Jungle of Fun at Surfari!

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: Our grandchildren loved the Surfari rental so much last summer that we booked it for our summer vacation this summer! Our top reasons for recommending this rental:1. Clean! 2. Awesome pool and pirate ship playground3. Clean!4. Easy walking distance to the beach5. Close to the National Seashore
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2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth S.

Rodent droppings

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great until we found rodent droppings around the sink where our children were brushing their teeth.
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10/10 Excellent

Dalton M.

New, Clean, 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: We had a great time at this rental. It was very clean and super close to whitecap beach where we could just walk to it. If I were to be picky, I would say adding a door to the bunk room would be beneficial as well as adding lots more drying hooks! But other than those things I would highly recommend this rental as well as the company to rent it through.
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8/10 Good

Cassie H.

End of summer trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It rained for most of our trip but we still had lots of fun running back and forth to the beach when the sun would come out. Shopping and eating close by. The mosquitoes were horrible around the property when we went in early September but could have been because of the rain. The kids loved the themed jungle room, and both play areas. Definitely will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Wonderful for families

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 Safari condo was wonderful ! We let it be a surprise for the kids, and the kids and they absolutely loved it. The pool was perfect for them too. The only negative thing we could say is you have to pretty much think of everything to bring, or purchase from the store. Such as Body wash, shampoo conditioner, salt and pepper, beach towels etc. Be sure to come prepared.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Wonderful 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: The Surfari was amazing! The kids couldn't get enough of the tiki hut. The location was perfect, the beds were comfortable and the house was very clean! My only complaint was a few of the bedroom plugs were not working but that would not stop me from giving this place 5 stars! The area was great and easy walking distant to the beach. It was perfect for our weekend getaway with the family. Honestly can not say enough good things. We will definitely be back! Thank you for having us ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Amazing Rental!

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 blast at this rental! It was perfect for the kids. They especially enjoyed having their own hidden room under the stairs. The decor was awesome. The location was perfect - right across the street from the beach and near the public parking/beach access point. We also could have easily walked to the beach if we wanted to. The pool area and playground were AMAZING and the neighbors/other visitors were so friendly. The maintenance staff was very quick to replace the smoke detector batteries when they started beeping after hours. We absolutely loved staying here and can’t wait to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024