Gorgeous sparkling pool to enjoy after a long day on the beach!
Gorgeous sparkling pool to enjoy after a long day on the beach!
Welcome to Carolyn by the Sea!
Spacious 2nd Floor Living Area
Just minutes away from the beach!
Featuring beautiful soft white sand and sparkling water, South Padre's beach is exquisite!
Fenced in patio located on the ground level is perfect to enjoy the island climate
120 E. Carolyn
Carolyn by the Sea
Outdoor patio area located on the 2nd Floor
2nd Floor main entrance
Fenced in Patio Area
1st Floor Patio Area
Mosaic Art!
Living Area located on the 2nd Floor!
Open concept Living and Dining Area
Large Flat Screen TV is perfect for family night!
Open concept kitchen and dining area
Fully equipped kitchen to prepare your home cooked meals!
Kitchen
Kitchen Area
Dining Table sits up to 6
Dining Table
Dining Table
Master Bedroom located on the 2nd Floor
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom features a walk in shower!
Guest Bedroom features a King bed located on the 1st Floor
Guest Bedroom located on the ground level
Shared Guest Bathroom located on the ground level
Guest Bedroom located on the 2nd Floor features a Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom
Guest Bedroom
Game closet located in guest bedroom! Tons of DVD's, board games, and more!
Game closet located in guest bedroom! Tons of DVD's, board games, and more!
Guest Bathroom
Downstairs Living Area
Living Area located on the ground level
Living Area features a Queen Murphy bed
Ground level living area
Aerial view of the property!
Soaking up the night in your private sparking pool
Backyard is beautifully decorated to enjoy your evening under the stars!
Backyard fireplace!
Poolside seating available!
Soak up the sun and island climate in your backyard!
Aerial view of the property just minutes from the beach!
Aerial view of the property
Front exterior of the property
New public pickleball courts installed by the city of South Padre! Open to everyone!
New public pickleball courts installed by the city of South Padre! Open to everyone!
A typical summer day on the water! (Make sure to stay up date with current beach and surf conditions.)
Queen Isabella Causeway, the gateway to your beach vacation!
The area is home to several large pods of dolphins. Dolphin watch tours are just one of the island's many memorable activities!
Fishing is another popular activity offered on the island.
To end your day, you can watch fireworks reflect off the Laguna Madre or the Gulf of Mexico! Firework shows typically happen Memorial Day through Labor Day. These events are NOT guaranteed by SPI Rentals.
Aerial view of SPI’s entertainment district, consisting of several popular bars frequented by locals and visitors alike.

120 E. Carolyn (Carolyn by the Sea)

  • 3 Bedrooms |
  • 3 Baths |
  • 8 Guests
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Gorgeous sparkling pool to enjoy after a long day on the beach!
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Welcome to Carolyn by the Sea!
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Spacious 2nd Floor Living Area
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Just minutes away from the beach!
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Featuring beautiful soft white sand and sparkling water, South Padre's beach is exquisite!
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Fenced in patio located on the ground level is perfect to enjoy the island climate
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Carolyn by the Sea
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Outdoor patio area located on the 2nd Floor
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2nd Floor main entrance
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Fenced in Patio Area
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1st Floor Patio Area
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Mosaic Art!
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Living Area located on the 2nd Floor!
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Open concept Living and Dining Area
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Large Flat Screen TV is perfect for family night!
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Open concept kitchen and dining area
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Fully equipped kitchen to prepare your home cooked meals!
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Kitchen
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Kitchen Area
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Dining Table sits up to 6
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Dining Table
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Dining Table
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Master Bedroom located on the 2nd Floor
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Master Bedroom
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Master Bedroom
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Master Bathroom features a walk in shower!
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Guest Bedroom features a King bed located on the 1st Floor
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Guest Bedroom located on the ground level
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Shared Guest Bathroom located on the ground level
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Guest Bedroom located on the 2nd Floor features a Queen Bed
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Guest Bedroom
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Guest Bedroom
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Game closet located in guest bedroom! Tons of DVD's, board games, and more!
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Game closet located in guest bedroom! Tons of DVD's, board games, and more!
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Guest Bathroom
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Downstairs Living Area
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Living Area located on the ground level
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Living Area features a Queen Murphy bed
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Ground level living area
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Aerial view of the property!
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Soaking up the night in your private sparking pool
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Backyard is beautifully decorated to enjoy your evening under the stars!
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Backyard fireplace!
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Poolside seating available!
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Soak up the sun and island climate in your backyard!
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Aerial view of the property just minutes from the beach!
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Aerial view of the property
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Front exterior of the property
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New public pickleball courts installed by the city of South Padre! Open to everyone!
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New public pickleball courts installed by the city of South Padre! Open to everyone!
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A typical summer day on the water! (Make sure to stay up date with current beach and surf conditions.)
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Queen Isabella Causeway, the gateway to your beach vacation!
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The area is home to several large pods of dolphins. Dolphin watch tours are just one of the island's many memorable activities!
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Fishing is another popular activity offered on the island.
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To end your day, you can watch fireworks reflect off the Laguna Madre or the Gulf of Mexico! Firework shows typically happen Memorial Day through Labor Day. These events are NOT guaranteed by SPI Rentals.
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Aerial view of SPI’s entertainment district, consisting of several popular bars frequented by locals and visitors alike.

120 E. Carolyn (Carolyn by the Sea)

STR PERMIT #2023-1553

Standard Occupancy (Sleeps): 8 guests (includes infants or children)
Maximum Occupancy: 8 guests (includes infants or children)
Vehicle Maximum: 4 vehicles (includes golf carts, boat trailers, or any other recreational vehicles)
Pet Restrictions: Well behaved dogs are welcome, Call for more information (Cats and other animals are NOT permitted.)
WRISTBANDS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL GUESTS DURING MARCH & HOLY/EASTER WEEK.
WRISTBANDS ARE $25+TAX/PERSON

Come visit "Carolyn by the Sea", a pristine, dog-friendly island home powered by 100% green energy.

This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2-living room, resort-style home with a private pool comfortably sleeps 6-8 people with 4 Queen or King beds and has ample private parking for up to 4 cars. New in 2025, the 475 square foot garage has been converted into an insulated gameroom. Rainy days, no worries. Challenge your friends or kids to a spirited game of ping pong, darts, foosball or PacMan in the renovated space.

"Carolyn by the Sea" has been meticulously remodeled and decorated and features custom art, hand-painted surfboards, and mosaics throughout the house. Roomy and comfortable, the upstairs features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and large ceiling fans. Want adults in one living room and the kids in another? That's possible with two separate living areas; one upstairs and one downstairs, giving everyone ample room to enjoy different venues, games, and activities. Each living area has comfortable large couches and recliners for your group, along with large TVs equipped with Rokus and Spectrum Cable TV. Bring your Nintendo Switch and game on with the wall-mounted docks hooked up to the TVs. (You need to bring your own Switch). The downstairs area even has its own mini fridge and bar area. Dance, sing, or simply enjoy listening to your favorite tunes in the upstairs living room, backyard, front porch, and master bedroom with a Bluetooth-enabled sound system.

You might decide to take a break from eating at all the wonderful restaurants on the island and decide to eat-in on some nights. This kitchen is such a joy to cook in, gorgeous and functional. Not only is it fully stocked with all the basics - pots, pans, utensils, microwave, dishwasher, and stainless steel appliances, you'll also find wonderful extras such as an InstaPot, Vitamix blender, air fryer and Keurig coffee machine. The lovely quartz countertops and large island are beautifully framed by brilliant teal blue glass tiles. The dining area features a custom-made table with comfortable seating for 6 with two additional barstools at the kitchen bar counter. Gorgeous! 

Outdoors you'll find a private oasis filled with palms, floral tropical plants, and a private chilled heated pool surrounded by a stamped concrete patio. Sit back and relax on the new high-end Berlin Garden lounge chairs or cozy up by the propane fire pit. While grilling, enjoy playing Cornhole along the back of the house or play fetch with your pup. This poolside outdoor dining area is just waiting for you to enjoy a meal prepared on the propane grill. Sip a cocktail or enjoy a meal as you watch the sunsets and listen to your tunes on the large, beautifully decorated, upstairs covered front porch. If you need to get away for some peaceful quiet time to relax or read, take a seat in the comfortable Adirondack chairs in the quaint, quiet, and fully shaded sitting area downstairs. Lush plants, painted surfboard art, and custom mosaic tiles embedded into the flooring add to the tranquil atmosphere.

If the weather turns bad or you need a break from sun outdoors, you'll never be bored with so many choices for inside fun. There is enough room to be all together in one of the living areas, or for each person to hide away in their own quiet space. In addition to the large game room and unique to any other homes on the island, you will find the upstairs “Game Closet” which holds, 60+ family games and puzzles, books to read, 200+ movies, karaoke machine, and a popcorn maker to keep the party going. For those that want to enjoy some personal screen time, high-speed Spectrum Wi-Fi internet has you covered. If you need a big screen, in addition to the two large TVs in the living rooms, each bedroom has its own 43 inch Samsung smart TV that is loaded with the Spectrum app --- Perfect for days or nights when you just want to stay inside.

At the end of the day it's time to relax and rest in one of the three beautifully decorated bedrooms. The upstairs primary bedroom features a private bath with shower, a luxurious comfy queen bed and a romantic electric fireplace. There is even a work desk with extra USB plugs and surge-protected power for those that choose to "work from anywhere". The second upstairs bedroom with a queen bed overlooks the backyard pool and shares a bathroom with a shower with the open kitchen/living area. The downstairs bedroom boasts a king-sized bed and has a private entrance to the bathroom shared with the downstairs living space. This bathroom is fitted with a shower as well. Please note that there are no tubs in the bathrooms. If you need more sleeping space, there is a hidden gem in the downstairs living area. The furniture under the wall-mounted TV is actually a Cabinet Murphy bed that folds out to reveal a queen-size memory foam bed.  This surprisingly comfortable bed will accommodate two more people. There is a total of four very comfortable beds for up to 8 guests in total.

“Carolyn by the Sea” is located on a quiet, peaceful street with friendly neighbors that add to the quaintness and tranquility of the home. For your comfort and convenience, you will find a washer and dryer in the garage available for your use. Being dog lovers ourselves, we welcome well-behaved dogs. For additional reassurance as you select your next vacation spot, read the many 5-star reviews from our past guests.

All this, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach access #21, a 7 minute walk to Wanna Wanna, one of the most popular dog friendly beach bar and grills on the island, and a 2 minute walk to the neighborhood convenience store and local liquor store, and the 5200 block of specialty shops including Art*Sea, Karma Coffee, Ship Shape and Charmed.

Kick back, relax and create a life-long memory at "Carolyn by the Sea"! 

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Amenities

Home Amenities
VayKLife Beach Gear
Private Pool
Private Heated Pool
Free WiFi
Toiletries (Starter Kit Only)
Washer & Dryer
Game Room
Ping Pong Table
Arcade 1UP Pac-Man
Foosball Table
Dart Board
Corn Hole
Propane Grill
Patio
Fenced-in Yard
Iron & Ironing Board
Outdoor Fire Pit
Large Front Balcony
< 3 minute walk to beach
Outdoor Dining Table
(4) Berlin Gardens Pool Chaise Lounge Chairs
Walk-In closets in each bedroom
2 separate living rooms
Solar Panels
Private Electric Fireplace in Master
(6) Large Screen TV'S
Private Parking for 4+ vehicles
(3) Walk In Showers
Game Closet - 60+ Games/Puzzles, 200+ Movies, 50+ Books
Karaoke Machine
Nintendo Switch Docks
Kitchen
Cookware & Dinnerware
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Oven
Stove
Microwave
Blender
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Essentials (Starter Kit Only)
Air Fryer
InstaPot
Crock Pot
Ice Cream Maker
Vitamix Blender
Popcorn Maker
Island Amenities & Local Attractions
America's Top 10 Beaches
Waterpark at Isla Blanca
Public Beach Access Areas
Birding & Nature Center
Sea Turtle, Inc.
Island Airport Shuttle
Free Public Transportation
Jet Skiing
Waterfront Dining
Parasailing
Windsurfing
Live Music
Kiteboarding
Entertainment District
Bay Fishing
Sky Diving
Deep Sea Fishing
Fireworks Over the Bay
Isla Blanca Park
Sand Castle Lessons
Banana Boat Rides
Horseback Riding on Beach
Black Dragon Pirate Cruise
Pickleball
Public Boat Ramps
Dolphin Watch
Private Charter Cruises
SpaceX Launch Site
Laguna Madre Nature Trail
Golf Course
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge
Golf Cart, Dune Buggy & Jeep Rentals
MobiChair, Paratransit & Handicap Beach Accesses
Louie's Backyard - Bayside Dining & Entertainment
Clayton's - Biggest Beach Bar in Texas
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120 E. Carolyn (Carolyn by the Sea)

  • 3 Bedrooms |
  • 3 Baths |
  • 8 Guests

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  • Sleeps: 8
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Pets: 2