South Padre Island Info
Real Estate on South Padre Island is booming.
There are many condos, homes, vacation homes, lots and golf homes,
villas, townhomes and lots at the South Padre Island Golf Club for
sale. As well many Baby Boomers are looking at investment property to
later use as their retirement home. Real Estate is for sale on the
Island and along with new developments. If you want to see what type
of property is for sale, just click on the property search, register
and search by condos, homes, lots, and select your vacation home.
Rachel Krypel can answer all your real estate questions on South Padre Island. Feel free to call or email her. South Padre Island condos for sale are her specialty. For more information on South Padre Island check out the hyperlinks for city information.
South Padre Island, a town with style...a folksy, warm, inviting style that welcomes visitors from all walks of life is locaated on the tropical tip of Texas just 25 miles north of the Mexican border and is THE premiere resort in Texas.
This 34 mile long stretch of white sand is bordered to the east by the Gulf of Mexico and to the west by the Laguna Madre bay. The conveniences and attractions of a modern resort coupled with miles of pristine island terrain is what draws thousands of visitors to the area each year, and has brought many back to live.
The natural beauty of its beaches, its vibrant business climate and the friendly people that call the Island home matches South Padre's rich history. The white, sandy beaches of South Padre are known throughout the United States (ranked as one of America's top 10 beaches), with the emerald water of the Gulf of Mexico serving as the perfect backdrop for spectacular sunsets.
From sunrise to sunset, the island is the perfect playground for sailing, fishing, windsurfing, dolphin watching, horseback riding, shopping and golf, just to mention a few. As the day winds down with spectacular sunsets over the bay, the evenings come alive with dining, dancing and music. Large selections of fine restaurants are available for your choosing, and many will even cook your catch.
While its many amenities make South Padre the premiere vacation spot in the state, the location of the Island also makes it one of the premiere spots in the state to observe wildlife in its natural state, and to find that allusive bird to add to your list. One of the best spots in the United States to see all of the regularly occurring rails, South Padre has over 300 recorded species to date, and the list continues to grow, as do the bird watchers.
With year round moderate temperatures, South Padre is the ideal vacation spot for everyone. Whether you are a family looking for a week long get away, a winter visitor looking for a warm spot during the cold months in the northern states, or a college student looking for the best spot to relax during Spring Break, South Padre island is your choice. Welcome to the Tropical Tip of Texas!
Imagine a beautiful tropicfal island with miles and miles of unspoiled beaches. It lies in the sun beside the sparkling Gulf of Mexico. It is a place where sparkling beaches, warm water, friendly hospitality and relaxing activities come together. It's not your imagination, it's the ideal vacation paradise, it's South Padre Island.
Located on the tropical tip of Texas, getting here is easy. Whether you drive, fly or arrive by boat, the island is easily accessible. If traveling in by air, vacationers can fly into one of three airports in the Rio Grande Valley. Ground transportation is available at all three airports along with most major car rental companies and taxi service. If traveling by car, the scenic route to the Island is made easy by well maintained four-lane highways. If arriving by boat, the Intercoastal channel provides assess to all boats, from the smallest to the largest.
Beach Recreation and Aquatic Sports. South Padre Island is a dream come true for those that love to play in the water or soar through the sky. There are several places on the Island to rent just about anything you can think of that will propel you through the water or allow you to soar with the birds. Jet skis, waverunners, kayaks, and hobby cats can be rented for a s little as one-half hour to whatever your heart desires. Windsurfing and kitesurfing are also popular water sports on the Island. There is also a wide array of opportunities to tour the island by land or water. From amphibious vehicles to catamarans - pick your favorites and make a day of it. A romantic horseback ride on the beach at sunset is one of several great ways to end a perfect day in the tropics. Don't forget to try your hand at soaring like a bird by parasailing or ski diving. South Padre island is the perfect spot to try those water sports that you have only seen on television or in books and always made the comment - I want to try that someday. Someday is here - South Padre Island.
