1 bedroom
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1 bed
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1.5 bathrooms
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4 guests
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New
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1000 sq. ft.
Operated by a Wander partner
Trusted operators, vetted by Wander
Welcome to Little Launch, a bright waterfront cottage tucked into the gated Long Island Village resort near Port Isabel. Watch the water from your covered deck, catch SpaceX launches lighting up the sky across the bay, and cook easy meals in the full kitchen before heading to the resort pools, golf, and tennis. A queen bedroom and living-room sofa bed sleep four, and South Padre Island beaches are a short drive over the causeway. Coastal calm with a front-row view of the future.
Little Launch is a cheerful single-level waterfront cottage on a quiet canal inside Long Island Village, a gated resort community on the Laguna Madre near Port Isabel. Water fills the view from nearly every window, and the covered deck is built for slow mornings with coffee, sunset dinners off the grill, and watching SpaceX launches rise across the bay. Inside, an open layout keeps the kitchen, dining, and living space connected and easy for a couple or a small family.
Key Features
• Sleeps up to 4 guests
• 1 bedroom | 1.5 bathrooms
• Bright single-level waterfront cottage in a gated resort
• Covered deck with water views and outdoor dining
• Queen bedroom plus a living-room sofa bed
• Full kitchen with wraparound water views
• In-unit washer and dryer
• SpaceX launch views across the bay
• Resort pools, hot tub, golf, tennis, and pickleball
• Minutes to South Padre Island beaches
Sleeping Arrangements
Total occupancy: 4 guests
Total beds: 2
• Primary Bedroom: queen bed for a restful retreat
• Living Room: sofa bed sleeps two more guests
Bathrooms
Little Launch offers 1.5 bathrooms. The full bath has a walk-in shower and vanity, and a convenient half bath serves guests and the living areas. Fresh towels and bath essentials are provided.
Living Areas
The open living room sits just off the deck, with comfortable seating, a TV, and water views through the sliding doors. It flows easily into the dining and kitchen areas, making the cottage feel bright and connected.
Kitchen & Dining
The full kitchen is stocked for cooking in, with a coffee maker, cookware, and everyday essentials. The dining table sits beside wraparound windows, so meals come with a water view and plenty of natural light.
Outdoor Space
The covered waterfront deck is the heart of the cottage. Fire up the BBQ grill, dine al fresco, and settle in for sunsets over the canal. It is also a prime spot to watch SpaceX launches climb across the bay.
Long Island Village Resort
Your stay includes access to all of Long Island Village's amenities. Pick up your gate card and wristbands at the Welcome Center on arrival, then enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, shared hot tubs, the 18-hole golf course, tennis, pickleball, sand volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, and mini golf. Indoors you will find a fitness center, billiard room, and a game room with foosball and table tennis, plus a rec hall, library, and on-site Signature Grill. The community marina and fishing pier round out a true resort setting on the water.
Surrounding Areas
Nearby favorites include:
• SpaceX Starbase launches visible across the bay
• South Padre Island beaches over the Queen Isabella Causeway
• Bay fishing, kayaking, and dolphin-watching tours
• Port Isabel Lighthouse and historic downtown
• Local seafood restaurants and shops
• Birding and nature trails along the Laguna Madre
★☆Locally Rooted, Elevated Hospitality☆★
We are Third Coast Elevated Stays, a locally rooted team caring for homes and guests along the Texas Gulf Coast. We believe a stay should be more than a place to sleep. It should feel personal, seamless, and connected to the easy rhythm of life on the water. From booking to departure, we are here with thoughtful support, clear communication, and trusted local guidance so you can settle in, feel cared for, and make lasting memories on the coast.
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Port Isabel, Texas 78578, US
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Free cancellation up to 30 days before check-in. 50% refund up to 7 days before. No refund after that.
Pets allowed with fee
No smoking - fees will apply
Events not allowed
Check-in after 4:00 pm
Check-out before 10:00 am
4 guests maximum
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| Jul 24, 2026 | $110 | Not Available |
| Jul 25, 2026 | $116 | Not Available |
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| Jul 31, 2026 | $113 | Not Available |
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| Aug 2, 2026 | $110 | Not Available |
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| Aug 5, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 6, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 7, 2026 | $113 | Available |
| Aug 8, 2026 | $113 | Available |
| Aug 9, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 10, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 11, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 12, 2026 | $110 | Available |
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| Aug 14, 2026 | $111 | Available |
| Aug 15, 2026 | $112 | Available |
| Aug 16, 2026 | $112 | Available |
| Aug 17, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 18, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 19, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 20, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 21, 2026 | $127 | Available |
| Aug 22, 2026 | $125 | Available |
| Aug 23, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 24, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 25, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 26, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 27, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 28, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Aug 29, 2026 | $117 | Available |
| Aug 30, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 1, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 2, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 3, 2026 | $112 | Available |
| Sep 4, 2026 | $126 | Available |
| Sep 5, 2026 | $128 | Available |
| Sep 6, 2026 | $122 | Available |
| Sep 7, 2026 | $112 | Available |
| Sep 8, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 9, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 10, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 11, 2026 | $118 | Available |
| Sep 12, 2026 | $120 | Available |
| Sep 13, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 14, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 15, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 16, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 17, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 18, 2026 | $117 | Available |
| Sep 19, 2026 | $119 | Available |
| Sep 20, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 21, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 22, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 23, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 24, 2026 | $115 | Available |
| Sep 25, 2026 | $131 | Available |
| Sep 26, 2026 | $133 | Available |
| Sep 27, 2026 | $117 | Available |
| Sep 28, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $115 | Available |
| Sep 30, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 1, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 2, 2026 | $130 | Available |
| Oct 3, 2026 | $131 | Available |
| Oct 4, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 5, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 6, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 7, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 8, 2026 | $114 | Available |
| Oct 9, 2026 | $128 | Available |
| Oct 10, 2026 | $130 | Available |
| Oct 11, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 12, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 13, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 14, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 15, 2026 | $116 | Available |
| Oct 16, 2026 | $128 | Available |
| Oct 17, 2026 | $129 | Available |
| Oct 18, 2026 | $115 | Available |
| Oct 19, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 20, 2026 | $120 | Available |
| Oct 21, 2026 | $110 | Available |
| Oct 22, 2026 | $114 | Available |