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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8122.1 sq m
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Galveston, TX
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Futon
Bunk Room
2 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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
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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Children
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Smoking
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Important information
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GVR08749
About the area
Galveston
Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and popular attractions include Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Travelling 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.

Galveston, TX
Getting around
Restaurants
- Waterman's Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Galveston Country Club - 7 min drive
- The West End And Sand Bar - 8 min drive
- Pariah Coffee - 18 min walk
- Way West Grill And Pizzeria - 20 min walk
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Reviews
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11 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Danny S.
30 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danny S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tyler B.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tyler B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Madison T.
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madison T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good
lavender d.
19 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lavender d.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jesus C.
16 October 2025
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Jesus C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mary T.
31 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jawny S.
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Jawny S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Karla P.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach Vaca
Karla P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher R.
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christopher R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Kathleen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christina H.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful retreat!
Christina H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Scott D.
17 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and stay
Scott D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Kirill M.
2 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house
Kirill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kayla C.
11 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break Getaway
Kayla C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good
Thomas J.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coastal visit
Thomas J.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Holly T.
20 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Holly T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elissa C.
22 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect For a Getaway
Elissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Bobby A.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Party Sucess
Bobby A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brenda W.
13 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at a beautiful property!
Brenda W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Ivy T.
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!
Ivy T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Kevin W.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay
Kevin W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Rob R.
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Rob R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
3 August 2022
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Sarah N.
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About the host
Hosted by Layne and Kallie
Why they chose this property
We love the great views, private beach, and location of this property!
What makes this property unique
Beautiful beach views; enjoy the sound of the waves while enjoying time on the covered decks! Great beach walks; private beach with beautiful sand- excellent for long walks and watching sunrise/sunsets.
Languages:
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