Beachtastic vs Anchors Away

The Short Answer

Beachtastic · Unit 502 and Anchors Away · Unit 503 are next-door condos in the same building with the same floor plan, bedroom setup, and access to the pool, boardwalk, and amenities. Neither is the "better" condo in a meaningful way—the real decision is availability on your dates, which set of photos appeals to your group, and whether the view angle matters to you.

If only one unit is open for your dates, that's your answer. If both are available, use the photo galleries and 360 tours to pick the interior that feels right.

Side-by-Side Comparison

What Both Units Share

The building amenities are the same regardless of which unit you book. Here's what guests get with either condo:

• Private boardwalk to the beach. Approximately 120 yards from the condos to the sand, including about 100 yards on the private boardwalk across and over the dunes — no road crossing or parking lot.
• Shared heated community pool, open year-round. The pool is a practical backup for early morning dips, rest days, or trips with young kids who want water time without beach setup.
• Game room and laundry. Pool table, air hockey, and table tennis, with a shared laundry facility near the rec room and pool.
• Community charcoal grills and playground. Good for groups cooking out or families with young children.
• Free parking. Two spaces per unit, included with the reservation.
• Television and internet. Each condo has one 65-inch Roku Smart TV in the living room with Spectrum cable, plus its own high-speed Spectrum Wi-Fi connection.
• Covered balconies. Each private balcony has seating for at least four.
• Full kitchens. Both include a dishwasher, ice trays, toaster, drip coffeemaker, and Keurig; neither has an ice maker.

How to Decide

Here's a simple way to work through it:

Check availability first. If your dates only work for one unit, that narrows it immediately. Open both listings on Port A Escapes and compare the calendar.

Compare photos and the 360 tours. The interior decor and balcony views do differ. Spend a few minutes with the galleries and virtual tours before committing — that's usually enough to land on a preference.

Consider the view. If a strong gulf view from the balcony is a priority for your group, Beachhead 503 is the one to prioritize. If views are secondary and you're mainly there for beach access, either unit will deliver.

Traveling with another group? Book both. Adjacent units, each sleeping 6, shared pool and beach access.

Which Unit Should I Book?

For most guests: book the unit that is available on your dates and feels better in the photos. The sleeping setup, stairs, parking, pool, boardwalk, and beach logistics are effectively the same.

For view-first guests: start with 503. It is the clearer recommendation when balcony view is the thing your group will talk about later.

For groups comparing price or calendar gaps: open both Port A Escapes listings before deciding. Rates and open nights can move separately, so the best answer may be the unit with cleaner dates or fewer awkward gaps for your stay.

For extended family or friends: check whether both units are open. Booking both keeps everyone next door while preserving separate kitchens, bathrooms, and quiet space.

Frequently Asked Questions