Beachfront Views without the Beachfront Prices!
About this house rental
Located in Galveston Island, this charming house for £219 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. This recently refurbished family friendly beach house is just a hop, skip and a jump from a magnificent stretch of beautiful beach - that is not crowded. That would be about a 7 iron for an average golfer, in case you're wondering. Not a golfer? How about the distance from home plate to centerfield or a little over the length of a football field? Pretty darn close in other words! Once you arrive you can drop anchor, relax, unwind and start enjoying beautiful sunsets and sunrises at your leisure. Who needs a noisemaker when you can watch and hear the waves from almost everywhere in the house? There are vacant lots on both sides of the property so you don't have to worry about neighbors that are too close for comfort. There are no uncomfortable sofa beds here, even the little ones get big beds in this house! The ginormous kid friendly bunk room upstairs sleeps 6 comfortable with two twin bunk beds and one full over full bunk bed. There is a bathroom with a shower on this upstairs level. The upstairs also has a walk out deck for ocean and star gazing. The downstairs has 2 bedrooms. The guest room sleeps 4 with a queen bed and a set of twin bunk beds. The master bedroom is private with a king bed and an ocean view. Open doors to the dining room and eat al fresco- looking at the ocean! The kitchen has a large pantry, coffee maker and Keurig along with all the other necessities. The kitchen is well stocked to prepare and eat comfortably every meal during your stay. Wifi enabled Smart TVs in living area and bedrooms allow you to log in to your favorite streaming service. Please note: Internet access can be spotty at times due to the location on the island. The downstairs space has a charcoal grill for the catch of the day! There is a 3rd full bathroom on the ground for a shower after a fun day at the beach. This shower is very special in that it has hot water too! There is a communal pool and access to paddle boat, kayak launch a couple of blocks toward bay for bay side activities. The pavilion in Terramar is also known for its amazing sunsets!! We are starting off the season with some boogie boards, noodles, little person life vests, pool toys, and beach toys. We hope that they will be around and usable for your visit but cannot guarantee it. Equipment may get left at the beach or broken. This special beach house is located on the West End of Galveston Island. Get groceries on your way in or have your Shipt delivered. You are about 15-20 minutes out of town but definitely worth the quiet beaches and calm island vibe. Historic Galveston, the Strand, shopping and dining along the seawall, along with a variety of outdoor activities are available for you to enjoy. Galveston also has Moody Gardens, a Golf Course and Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston is also rich in naval history, museums and monuments. Head east to ride the ferry to eat at Stingaree's, and see Bolivar and/or Crystal Beach. Please message owner for any questions or inquiries about your stay. Our default minimum night stay is set to 4 year round. If you have a special circumstance you would like us to consider please message us. We are here to make your beach vacation carefree and memorable.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Map of Galveston Island, TX
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(38 Reviews)
5.0
Great vacation home! It was so close to the beach, which was clean and quiet. House was more spacious than the photos show. Our family of 7 was very comfortable staying here. We would definitely book this house again.
5.0
This house was more than we expected! The property manager was super helpful and provided us with all the necessary information before, during, and after our trip. Great for kids!! My husband, 3 kids, and I went and we had more than enough room! The house sits in a very quiet neighborhood, on a corner lot, which makes it even quieter! The location is perfect if you don't want to be in the middle of the busy part of the beach. Will definitely stay again!!
5.0
We had a great stay at this house. The house was better than advertised and at a great location.
5.0
Just a hop, skip and jump away from the beach, Drop Anchor's top floor was an excellent space for the teenagers to hang out when we weren't by the pool, beach, or visiting the sights in Galveston. The main living space was comfortable, and we were able to stock the kitchen for our stay and conveniently cook all our meals. The living area allowed for fun family nights of games and movies. This was our second stay and we plan to visit again.
5.0
It is hard to find a place for our family of teenagers where everyone sleeps comfortably that is also affordable. This was one of our best homes away from home to date. The location is great, far from the packed beach on the north end, we just strolled across the road, set up, and spent hours relaxing as a family. The hosts are very communicative, the house lacked nothing.
5.0
Our stay was awesome our family enjoyed everyday that we were there , the house was clean had everything that we needed short walk to the beach we will definitely go back again
5.0
Great location! Quiet end of Galveston, easy walk to ocean. Home had great selection of beach toys, and a wagon to tote everything to the beach! House is just as described. Beds were super comfy, great for a large family/group. Loved the open loft area, and the double deck! Great communication with host. Great neighborhood, with great community pool. Would definitely recommend!
5.0
Great house and great location. Lots of space for relaxing and only a short walk to the beach.
5.0
The beach house fit our families needs for our 2 week stay. We enjoyed the location, far enough away from the crowds in Galveston but yet close enough to enjoy a few meals in town along with some souvenir shopping.
5.0
I have two kids in college, and one going to high school next year! I wanted a family vacation, but knew it would be hard to pull the older two from their friends this summer (both back from college)! We found this house, and I loved the fact that the upstairs loft had three sets of bunk beds that could fit all of the kids (with their friends), while my husband and I slept downstairs! House was adorable, clean, and a good size for our party!!! I appreciate all of the kitchen supplies, beach accessories, and nice bottom floor for us to play corn hole, and BBQ. Walking distance to the beach (that wasn't packed with people)! We will stay here again!!!
5.0
It was a great location and the house was just right size! Beach just across the road and views were awesome! I would recommend the house to anyone.
5.0
Property was great, but the Galveston weather didn’t cooperate for part of our trip but overall had a great stay!
5.0
Me and my kids spent spring break- the beach was an amazing place to relax. It was about 45 minutes to seawall but that was fine because we came to enjoy the beach and the house was clean and plenty of room for me and my kids. Will definitely come again.
5.0
This place was perfect! Close enough to town but still secluded. Great location, and very clean. The view was amazing. They even sent videos about the house and operating appliances, door, ect. Very helpful! The host answered every question in a timely manner. We had and awesome time.
5.0
Our stay with my family and my sisters was a great beach get away. Convenient access to the beach and views of the ocean. Plenty of room for everyone.
5.0
The location and easy walk to the beach was great. Beach was private and great for families. House worked great and provided everything we needed. Communication with the owner was the best I've had in the years going to Galveston for a family get away.
5.0
Perfect for our family. Location felt secluded and is directly across the street from beach access.
5.0
Perfect!
Awesome home! Perfect location and beach access! We will definitely be staying there again. Owners were fantastic to work with! Definitely an Anchor for the soul!
5.0
Peaceful and Stunning!
This home is beautiful, spacious and at the end of a quiet street! The location is fantastic - loved being directly across from the beach which is not over crowded like most beaches. The owners are absolutely fantastic! I would highly recommend this to anyone in the future! Thank you so much for our amazing stay!
5.0
Awesome beach house
Drop Anchor was an awesome property. Hosts were very responsive. Only negative had nothing to do with property. Community pool is closed on Tuesday's. Seems like it should not need to be closed for an entire day for cleaning.
5.0
Great Location!
We really enjoyed our stay at the Anchor Beach house! The views were great and there's almost instant access to the beach. The location was perfect for our family as the distance was equal to the shops on the Strand and our favorite fishing spots. Loved the privacy as well, it's perfect if you're bringing a boat. The community pool was also a plus for us and the owners were more than accommodating.
5.0
This house fit our family of 11 very well. The upstairs bedroom was amazing especially if you like to sleep in a cool bedroom. The mini split a/c unit does it’s job well! Lots of beach toys for the kids along with chairs and boogie boards. We would stay here again.
5.0
Perfect
Everything was as pictured, including the great view. Beds were comfortable, place was clean, and our stay was enjoyable. Loved just sitting on the front deck, enjoying the view and the breeze.
5.0
Great place to stay
This house fit our family of 11 very well. The upstairs bedroom was amazing especially if you like to sleep in a cool bedroom. The mini split a/c unit does it’s job well! Lots of beach toys for the kids along with chairs and boogie boards. We would stay here again.
4.0
The renting of it was great and it was a cute house. Only would recommend that you put more toilet paper out especially when there is only a little bit on a roll. And a extra roll of paper towels or let the renters know to stop and get toilet paper before they get there.
4.0
Great time and fun 2022
The renting of it was great and it was a cute house. Only would recommend that you put more toilet paper out especially when there is only a little bit on a roll. And a extra roll of paper towels or let the renters know to stop and get toilet paper before they get there.
5.0
Lovely home close to the beach
The home is very nice and cozy with everything you would need for a comfortable stay. One of the best things for the rental is the communication with the owners who were extremely helpful and quick with replies to any questions. The beach is also a short walk across the road and very convenient! All in all a great stay and I would recommend the home for anyone!
5.0
The house and the hosts are amazing! Traveled with family of all ages and had a great time. The house is super clean and super close to the beach, the neighbors were friendly and the host gave us all the information we needed. We had a great stay!
5.0
Great hosts, great house, great vacation!
The house and the hosts are amazing! Traveled with family of all ages and had a great time. The house is super clean and super close to the beach, the neighbors were friendly and the host gave us all the information we needed. We had a great stay!
5.0
Great house & location & virtually private beach! We also loved the neighborhood pool & all beach toys!
5.0
Great House & Location
Great house & location & virtually private beach! We also loved the neighborhood pool & all beach toys!
5.0
We had a great time. The house is nice and well stocked. A nice surprise was an air fryer. The beach is a short walk across the street.
Communication with property owners was great.
5.0
We rented this with friends of ours. There were 4 adults and 5 kids, ages 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10. The house was perfect for us! The owners of the property were wonderful with communication and making sure we knew everything we needed to know to get in and around. The beach was quiet and calm, without crowds. The beds were comfy. The home was beautifully decorated and clean.
5.0
This was a fantastic beach experience. House was large enough to hold our 12 family members in comfort. Property manager was great to deal with upon arrival. Quiet area so it felt like we had the beach to ourselves at times. Enjoyed the pool as well. I would stay again.
5.0
Beach-Tastic!
This was a fantastic beach experience. House was large enough to hold our 12 family members in comfort. Property manager was great to deal with upon arrival. Quiet area so it felt like we had the beach to ourselves at times. Enjoyed the pool as well. I would stay again.
5.0
Very nice place.
We had a great time. The house is nice and well stocked. A nice surprise was an air fryer. The beach is a short walk across the street.
Communication with property owners was great.
5.0
Great, Family Friendly
We rented this with friends of ours. There were 4 adults and 5 kids, ages 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10. The house was perfect for us! The owners of the property were wonderful with communication and making sure we knew everything we needed to know to get in and around. The beach was quiet and calm, without crowds. The beds were comfy. The home was beautifully decorated and clean.
5.0
Drop Anchor was perfect for the 8 of us! (Our “kids” are adult size) It will easily accommodate families with many kids. Can’t say enough about this location. We felt like we were alone on the beach sometimes and it was great! It’s a little outside Galveston but close enough to be able to trek into town to be tourists. The house was the cutest. It was quite possibly the best stocked kitchen we’ve ever been in. The owners thought of everything! The full bathroom/shower downstairs was great for rinsing and helping keep the house clean. Tony and Shana are very responsive to any questions! You’ll feel right at home here!
5.0
Relaxing and perfect!
Drop Anchor was perfect for the 8 of us! (Our “kids” are adult size) It will easily accommodate families with many kids. Can’t say enough about this location. We felt like we were alone on the beach sometimes and it was great! It’s a little outside Galveston but close enough to be able to trek into town to be tourists. The house was the cutest. It was quite possibly the best stocked kitchen we’ve ever been in. The owners thought of everything! The full bathroom/shower downstairs was great for rinsing and helping keep the house clean. Tony and Shana are very responsive to any questions! You’ll feel right at home here!
5.0
We really liked our stay at at the Anchor House. Everyone had their own very comfy bed. It was bright and cute. We enjoyed the well stocked led kitchen and beach stuff. Location from the beach was great. We had to cross the road to get to the beach, but it never felt dangerous or anything. The kids loved the loft, it was a little warm up there, but between the AC and fans, they were fine. They want to come back again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Galveston Island?
The average price for a rental in Galveston Island is £165 per night. This rental is £54 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beachfront Views without the Beachfront Prices!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beachfront Views without the Beachfront Prices!. Enjoy the water!
Is Beachfront Views without the Beachfront Prices! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beachfront Views without the Beachfront Prices!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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