Shark Studio - Walk to Cruises, Strand, UTMB!

Welcome to the quietest nook in Galveston. Centrally located minutes between the downtown Strand District, cruise terminals, UTMB, and the Seawall. Enjoy the timeless East End Historic District with a shark-themed twist in our spacious studio. Prepare your favorite meal in our fully stocked kitchen and fall asleep in a comfortable memory foam bed. Equipped with a smart TV, free access to popular streaming services, phone chargers, outdoor security lights, and plenty of free snacks! Starting from the street, you’ll see the beautiful historic blue and yellow building I call home: The Trident. We have sidewalks leading you around the side of the home along with security lighting to illuminate your path at night. After climbing a short staircase, you’ll arrive at the patio and entrance to the shark studio. Take a load off on the comfy patio chairs or head inside to be greeted by a refreshing blast of the 20th century’s greatest gift: air conditioning. Upon entering the Shark Studio, you’ll find yourself in the spacious living/bedroom. You’ll first notice the gorgeous teal and gold color pattern on the neatly folded bedding. At the foot of the bed, you’ll find a matching bedroom bench for your use and abuse—preferably without the abuse. If you take a peak under the bed, you’ll notice that we pay our monster exterminator handsomely. You’ll also find two large white storage bins for your belongings. Looking to your left you’ll see a pristine coffee table and futon. Some believe that this studio only fits two people. But our futon has some choice words for them. The swivel-mounted smart TV allows you to watch your favorite streaming service from the bed or the couch. We provide free access to our guest Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN accounts during your stay! If something compels you to turn the TV off, we have a deck of cards on the coffee table you’re welcome to deal. And before you ask, yes they’re shark-themed. Fancy a snack? Head to the next room to experience the largest kitchen cabinet to apartment square footage ratio in Galveston, TX. The cabinets were expertly painted a deep blue by two amateur painters: my wife and me. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, and utensils. Feel free to use the new stainless steel oven or dishwasher during your stay. We’ve also stocked the kitchen with a Keurig coffee machine, various flavors of coffee pods, and tea supplies for your crippling caffeine addiction. It’s okay, I’m not judging. Inside of the fridge you’ll find a water filter full of refreshingly cool water. Tiptoe by the window to see a clean kitchen table with seating for three. I knew that futon was on to something. The final room in the Shark Studio is the bathroom. We were tired of forgetting toiletries when traveling, so we made sure to stock the bathroom vanity with as many amenities as we could think of: feminine care products, individually wrapped toothbrushes and toothpaste, mouthwash, face wash, q-tips, and more. Our shower has two heads providing a rainfall effect while allowing you to remove the other head for spot cleaning. Please note that the shower is a tight fit. Let’s not forget the porcelain throne. When you sit down, you’ll notice real bonsai tree on a rustic stool in front of you. Just above that is a massive teal and gold painting to tie the place together. Welcome to the Shark Studio. You’ll have full access to the entire studio day and night. Feel free to watch your favorite streaming services on our smart TV, cook yourself a delicious meal in the kitchen, or shower off after a long sandy day at the beach! Although we don't live nearby, we are just one airbnb message or phone call away! And depending on the time of day, housekeeping may be able to come to your rescue. Not all heroes wear capes. Feel free to reach out if you need a restock on anything while you’re here. The East End Historic District is one of the quietest neighborhoods in Galveston. It’s also merely minutes away from the downtown Strand District, UTMB and even the Seawall/Pleasure Pier. You’ll have no trouble getting a good night’s rest while also seeing the sights! The Shark Studio is less than one mile from the Strand, Cruise Terminals 1, 2, and Royal Caribbean, and UTMB. That’s between a 10-15 minute walk to your favorite downtown locations! Want to hit the beach? No worries, we’re just a 5-minute car ride to the Seawall, Pleasure Pier, and Galveston's best restaurants!