Review of #3 at Oleander Beach Lodge
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9 reviews
1 helpful vote
My 3 kids ages 17-25 and I stayed 4 nights at the Oleander in late December. It was clean, great price, and had all the basics we needed. Perfect place with a relaxing bohemian feel. Chas was super and responded quickly to any question or concern we had. We also received our refund back in full in a very timely manner. Enjoyed the walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants on south padre island. We also enjoyed the delicious food at Port Isabel's family owned restaurant Rincon Veracruz and the islands Louie's Backyard on the bay. We plan on booking at the Oleander again. We loved it!!
13 reviews
3 hotel reviews
3 helpful votes
This would be awesome place for young people who just need a place to crash after running all day. The pool was kept clean and the landlord was very nice.
However, for a couple of older folks it was less than perfect. The bungalow is in need up updates, especially on furniture. There really isn't a comfortable spot to sit and watch TV or read a book. We had our 8 year old with us and he slept on the top bunkbed. It was fine as was the master bedroom. The bottom bunk bed leans and has a horrible mattress on it. The refrigerator is rusted but works fine. There is only one TV which can be a problem when you have young children. Also no DVD player.
It is about a block to the beach which was very nice as we spent time there daily.
Appears to be a decent neighborhood though we did have one night where the couple next door were fighting in front parking lot using vulgarity. There is a laundry area. Drying is free but washing is $2.
The price was very reasonable. We got what we paid for.
1 review Went here for a end of summer vaca with some friends and we had a blast. Property is as described and clean. Pool and yard in the back. Drive or bike ride to the beach and claytons at the end of the island. Definitely recommend this place and will be staying again :-)
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3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
1 helpful vote
I read the description and reviews so I knew exactly what to expect. The pool was small & warm, but it was a nice break from the beach. Chas was very nice. Everything was clean. The table on the deck was cool.
Beach was so close! There were two grills, we used one. The one in the backyard wasn't in the best shape, but it didn't really matter.
I will say that it is on a dirt road & Oleander St. is a bit hard to spot from the main road, so keep an eye out. Would be really nice if that road was paved since cars driving by stir up a lot of dust.
My only actual complaint is that the WIFI wasn't fast enough to stream the UFC fights so we had to go to a bar instead.
But hey, I'd definitely stay here again!
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We have replaced the rickety grill and are looking into why the internet speed is only 2.5 Mbs. We do have to apologize for the condition of the road. TXDot is in the process of upgrading it, and promised that by October we will have a paved road again, and with improved drainage and sidewalks!
Thanks, Chas Hofmeister
1 review The place was nice very clean the pool was well maintained, and it's pet friendly,we'll be staying here again soon.
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2 reviews Nice little beach house! It is conveniently located, everything was as advertised, and Chuck was helpful and friendly.
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Clean and provided all necessities for the beach. Pool warm-suggest fountain to cool warm. Neighbors were quiet and nice.
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