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OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand!

Beachfront vacation home near Galveston Island Beaches

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A spacious living area with a fireplace, a dining table, and a large window overlooking the city.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a residential neighborhood.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A beach with a long stretch of sand, a few people, and a clear sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8122 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this West End vacation home, you'll find Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Kahala Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indian Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 33 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Port of Galveston - 42 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Way West Grill And Pizzeria - ‬20 min walk

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!

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

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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

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
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR08749

Frequently asked questions

How close is OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! to the airport?

This vacation home is 45.8 mi (58-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 14.5 mi away from Galveston.

OCEAN VIEWS! Steps away from the sand! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were great and place was nice roomy and clean with easy beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes our kids loved the bunk beds, and we loved our ocean view from the dining room!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The townhouse was very clean and in a great location. We loved our stay there and will definitely come back! The check-in/check-out process was easy. I wish I was still there!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet neighborhood, easy beach access, cute accommodations and great renters/owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable decor! A very short walk through backyard to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, quite, and a short stroll down to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location! Enjoyed our stay and will stay here again in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the fourth time our family has stayed at Ocean Views. What we like most is how close it is to the beach and having a wonderful sea view from multiple places in the property. We like the beachy/nautical decor, the well-stocked kitchen, and how clean and organized everything is. They also have a shed with beach chairs, bodyboards, beach toys, and a wagon to transport everything! Even though we don't need these anymore, I can appreciate the baby items they have available (i.e., pack 'n play, step stool, feeding chair). There are thoughtful details spread throughout, such as nightlights everywhere, board games, and extra blankets. Every time we've stayed in this property, the hosts have been very accommodating and responsive. This is truly a home away from home for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt safe and cozy to stay at. Loved getting to walk right up to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was perfect for our outing. The 3 full bathrooms, which is unheard of, made it comfortable for everyone!Kitchen was well equipped, clean,….perfectly clean fridge, and great view from the prep - sink area.The property grounds were very well kept and the boardwalk to the beach really was just feet away.But I must say my favorite place was the deck off the living area for both coffee and cocktails.Hosts were great! Thanks for a relaxing “home base” for our weekend in Galveston!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the proximity to the beach! Space was maximised to allow family to spread around without crowding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome host. Beautiful view. Very clean. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

The location is great. Steps from a private beach. Thank you for a nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts and stay

Great location to the gulf. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen had everything we needed. Balcony has a beautiful view.
View from balcony
Kitchen table
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a peaceful retreat!

Our Family truly enjoyed our time at this property! It was the perfect retreat
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect For a Getaway

The house is exactly like the pictures and not too far of a walk or a very quick drive to the beach. Great for a getaway weekend for friends or family! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach Vaca

Nice clean home with a short distance to the private beach. 150 yards from the public beach access. Traveled over the 4th and watched lots of fireworks from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at a beautiful property!

This property was really wonderful! It was very clean; well stocked with all dishes and pots and pans; lots of linen and paper products. Owners checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

This is an adorable condo just steps from the beach. Well decorated and plenty of games for the kids. We hope to be back fairly soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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