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OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8122 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled!

Anchor for the Soul is a beautiful beach-side updated 3rd row townhome, just a 3 minute walk to the sand. You are just steps away on a cleared path to a no vehicle beach! Located in Galveston's desirable West End, just past Jamaica Beach. Completely updated 2 bedroom/3 full bathroom townhome with incredible gulf views from both covered decks. No detail was spared; this townhome is full of modern and coastal themed touches.

1st Floor: Entering on the lower level you will find 2 large bedrooms; each equipped with their own full bath with shower/tub combos. A full sized washer/dryer is tucked away in a hall closet for guest convenience. Master Bedroom includes a King size bed/full en-suite bathroom; wake up to beautiful gulf views and enjoy your coffee outside on the deck that can be accessed by both bedrooms. The bunkroom features 2 twin-over twin bunk beds; perfect for kids and features a multi-game table (foosball, hockey, billiards) and smart screen TV!

2nd Floor: Walk up to a fully open floor plan with a large living, dining and kitchen area. Walk out to a covered deck with GREAT VIEWS of the gulf. Spacious seating in the living area for 7, large flat screen TV mounted above the electric fireplace and desk area for a dedicated work space. Gather around the dining table which seats 6, also 6 available stools around the bar along the kitchen counters for extra seating. Eat dinner or play games while taking in the view from the dining room! The kitchen is fully stocked for guest use including; pots, pans, utensils, Keurig, toaster, blender, and much more! (Full bathroom on second floor for use while common area is being used)

Looking for a place to escape and work remote? The living area features a dedicated work space with a desk and chair- strong Wi-Fi- of 300Mbps; strong enough to attend video meetings while others can be watching movies/shows!

Ground level amenities include; picnic table, bench swing, lawn area to play yard games:
-Corn hole boards
-Ping Pong table
-Charcoal grill

Shed contains all you will need to load up and head to the beach!
-Beach chairs
-Sand toys
-Beach wagon

The townhome is walking distance to Nate's Seafood Restaurant and Seven Seas Grocery. The Karankawa 2 Townhomes subdivision is a private beach community with no public access to the beach. Guest access to the beach is steps away on a pathway about 500 feet away and 30 seconds to the access area. No vehicle traffic is allowed on the beach- kids will be safe to run around!

Anchor for the Soul has a fully paved driveway and car port that will hold up to 4 cars. Parking only allowed in designated spaces.

Check in any time after 4:00PM, check out time is 11:00 AM.

House Rules:
-No animals are allowed
-No smoking
-Guest booking the home must be at least 25 years old

Anchor for the Soul uses a professional cleaning team that is following CDC guidelines for disinfecting buildings and facilities between every guest stay.

Note: Outdoor security cameras are installed for additional guest safety; located near the shed and front door.

Full Room Details:
1st bedroom: King bed with en suite; sink, toilet and tub/shower combo
2nd bedroom: Two twin-over twin bunk beds with en suite; sink, toilet and tub/shower combo
Upstairs bath; sink, toilet, tub/shower combo, dual sink counters.
Living room: Queen sleeper sofa

Registration #: GVR08749

Property manager

Layne and Kallie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,314 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Registration Number GVR08749

About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Indian Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sea Isle Beach - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Broadway - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Moody Gardens - 18 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza Pirates Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled! located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Kahala Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a peaceful retreat!
Our Family truly enjoyed our time at this property! It was the perfect retreat
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Was a perfect little get away with my daughter & granddaughter. Nice grocery store next door & easy walk to private beach. I haven’t had a host that responds so fast & makes check in very easy. Oh.. & my granddaughter loved the arcade game so much she asked for it for Christmas 😂
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
Great location and beautiful renovated house. Very family and kids friendly. We enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

C P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vibes
This townhouse marks off all the must haves for beach vacation:1. quick, scenic walk to beach with great views 2. fun beach vibes decor with added bonus of arcade games 3. clean, 4. clear quick communication with hosts. 5. Location: quiet beach away from the crowds yet still near the action 6. Well equipped kitchen with all items for meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M., Round Rock, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach retreat
We wanted to slow down after the busy holidays and this property was perfect. It was clean, comfortable beds, and full kitchen. The beach was visible and only 50 yards away, and with no cars on the beach it was a very peaceful place to walk along. We appreciated the host allowing use of their beach chairs and other items. It was a great stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place and easy walk to beach
Nice and updated condo. Able to park right by entry. The view of the beach was great and very easy walk to the beach. The evenings were colder and the fireplace was great! We like the puzzles and games as well. There are a few stairs but very manageable. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forgot the day of the week by the end of the first day
Great place in a fabulous and quiet location. Super easy to get to the beach and perfect views of the ocean. Plenty of supplies provided. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Family Favorite!
We go to Galveston every fall for a family vacation, and this is our new favorite spot! Our kids LOVED all of the fun extras at this house, and I loved all of the beach toys/wagon that were ready to go for us. It made packing so much easier! The house was adorable, clean, and perfect walking distance to the beach. We would love to come back next year. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We had a great time. The home was a convenient location to the beach and the kids loved the arcade game and foosball table!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at the beach
We came to Galveston to celebrate our daughters birthday! The house is beautiful, clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were very responsive. The location is perfect. The beach wasn’t crowded and just close enough to go into Galveston for food/entertainment without all the hustle and bustle. Thank you for a great weekend at the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Melinda
Easy rental with good communication. Clean and easy walk to the beach. We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The home was awesome. 3 minute walk to the beach and supplied all of the beach necessities! Having the board/card games was a very nice touch. All in all if we head back to Galveston again we will definitely be staying here. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beckley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
This house was perfect for our girls trip! We had 6 adults and there was plenty of room for us all. Beds were comfortable (even with grown adults on the bunch beds), house was very clean, AC was amazing in the heat/humidity, and a very short trek to the beach — literally a 2 minute walk! Plenty of beach chairs, towels, and toys. Very few others on the beach so no matter what time or area we went to, there was plenty of space! Loved staying here and would love to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It was a much needed vacation that was mabe easy by you. Thank you for the great getaway we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star
An excellent quiet place to stay. Spacious and well maintained condo style residence. Very roomy and had everything e needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday
We celebrated our grandsons 18th birthday. He loved the place said he would love to live in it. The place was just as described and immaculate It was easy to access entrance and short walk to beach. We would definitely stay again and the host was great with a quick response to my questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts and stay
Great location to the gulf. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay
Property was just as listed and very clean. Property manager was quick to respond and very helpful. The location and neighborhood were great. Overall this was a fantastic place to stay for our family of six.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Day D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Great home with lots of space and easy access to the beach. Walking distance to the store to get all the stuff you need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend getaway
We loved staying at this property! It was an easy walk to the beach and they had all of the best beach toys already stocked in the wagon! I barely had to pack anything for the beach. The kids loved the pool table and we had a lovely movie night together as a family in the beautiful upstairs living room. Perfect, kids rated it a 10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway!
We had such a wonderful stay. My son wants to live in this house. We had every thing we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizzette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Spring Brrrr-eak!
House is great. Easy beach access and all we needed. Arcade and other games were a treat for the cold, rainy days in Galveston this week.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
This property is amazing and had everything you need for a beach getaway. Our kids loved the games within their bunk room. All of the extra beach gear and outdoor games made family time awesome. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
This was our first experience staying with a Vrbo. Layne and Kallie's description of their place was spot on. While searching for a destination for our families first trip to the ocean, I kept coming back to this property. Having four children (ages 18, 15, 11, and 5) with us, I new it was important to have safe and easy access to the beach. The walk to the beach took only a few minutes. We were so thankful for the shed of beach supplies. We were able to take the wagon of sand toys and chairs to the beach with us and we didn't need to worry about packing them with us from Nebraska. The private beach was also a huge plus! The townhouse was the perfect distance from the ocean- not too close to worry about our youngest, and not too far away where we couldn't see or hear it! It was extremely important to find a place that we could wake up, walk out on the balcony and hear the ocean waves. The large windows and two balconies provided outstanding views of the gorgeous ocean. This townhouse location was a little drive from the Seawall-which ended up being perfect! The area felt safe and private but not too far to go back and forth a couple times a day. Besides the view, cleanliness, and safe feeling our children loved the game table, board games, and puzzles! Everything about this property was perfect! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suresh K.

Liked: Cleanliness
If it is Galveston, this is the place to stay!
Overall, it’s an amazing experience at Galveston and this property have added color to it. It’s very welcoming and awesome place to stay. It has great view to the Gulf and walkable to the beach. Kids had plenty of games to play! Great kitchen and well maintained property. I should say, cleanliness is at the top notch for this property. Besides all this, we accidentally left iWatch and the property manager helped us to ship it. This tells all about the owners! I highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022