[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Arcade/Newly Remodeled! Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73260000/73250500/73250421/cf7c9e32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73260000/73250500/73250421/d6c17e88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73260000/73250500/73250421/ee91cf58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73260000/73250500/73250421/c90b5502.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73260000/73250500/73250421/ef7ca99a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Galveston's desirable West End, Anchor for the Soul is a beautiful beach-side townhome with modern and coastal touches. Enjoy gulf views from covered decks, relax on the beach just steps away via a cleared path, or unwind in the living area with seating for 7 and an electric fireplace. With amenities like strong Wi-Fi of 300Mbps, picnic table, bench swing lawn games including corn hole boards and ping pong table you'll have everything needed to create lasting memories. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81314 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Billiards/pool table - 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 - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,314 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20180000/20178200/20178147/4d42051f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanview! 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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 Located in West End, a neighborhood in Galveston, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Some of the area's popular attractions include Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Traveling with kids? Consider Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. [Visit our Galveston travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston.dx1341) [View more Vacation homes in Galveston](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Private-Vacation-Homes.d1341-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.17433%2C-94.98632&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rO7tGduGMemxbsvxCwqHxmnUnDY=) Galveston, TX ### What's nearby - Jamaica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Indian Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Broadway - 6 min drive - 5.6 km - Sea Isle Beach - 7 min drive - 7.8 km - Moody Gardens - 23 min drive - 24.0 km ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬18 min walk - ‪Venados Cantina - ‬2 min drive - ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬7 min drive - ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬6 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!? > Check-out 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 vacation 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 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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