Large-Group Galveston Rentals
Beach houses built for everyone under one roof: family reunions, friend trips and multi-family stays sleeping 12 to 17, right at Grand Beach.
Karas Vacation Rentals has large-group Galveston beach houses at Grand Beach that sleep 16: Grand Beach Retreat (sleeps 16) and Sandy Sea-cret (sleeps 16), plus Sunrise on the Beach (sleeps 17), our largest. All are full first-row beach houses in the gated Grand Beach community near Stewart Beach, ideal for family reunions and group trips. Booking direct saves up to 15% versus the Airbnb guest service fee on the same home and dates.
Written by Anna Karas, Galveston host · Updated July 2026
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Grand Beach Retreat
Grand Beach Retreat is a 6-bedroom, 6.5-bath first-row beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 16,...
Dorado Grande
Dorado Grande is a 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 13, with its own...
Fishwife
Fishwife is a 5-bedroom, 5-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 14, in the gated Grand Beach...
Alma de Mar
Alma de Mar is a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath beach house in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 12, in the gated Preserve at Grand...
Sunrise on the Beach
Sunrise on the Beach is a 5-bedroom, 3-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps up to 17, in the...
The Grand View
The Grand View is a 5-bedroom, 4-bath oceanfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 13, in the gated Grand...
Sandy Sea-cret
Sandy Sea-cret is a 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 16, in the gated...
Teresa's Beach House
Teresa's Beach House is a 4-bedroom vacation home in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 13, in the gated Grand Beach...
Large-Group Galveston Rentals
Getting everyone together is the whole point, and that needs a house big enough to hold the group without anyone feeling crammed in. Our large-group homes are full beach houses at Grand Beach, near Stewart Beach, with the bedrooms, bathrooms, and big kitchens and decks that make a reunion or a friends' trip actually work. Several sleep 13 to 17 under one roof.
We're Anna and Tetiana, and we manage every one of these homes ourselves, so a big booking still means a real person who knows the house. Book direct instead of Airbnb or VRBO and you skip the guest service fee, which on a large group stay can add up fast, saving up to 15 percent on the same dates.
- Up to 15% off vs Airbnb - no guest service fee, ever.
- 5-Star Superhost - homes we know and stand behind.
- Real people, mom & daughter run - reach a host, not a call center.
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What guests say
Verified 5-star reviews from guests who stayed in these homes
“Such a perfect vacation! Brought our 4 young kids, parents and siblings and had the most wonderful time here. You cannot ask for a better location or house! We love staying near East Beach, the Pier and being close to downtown. This location was our favorite yet as it was literally right next to the beach access ramp. The house is beautiful with bedrooms all having attached bathrooms, the kids bunk room has toys, the kitchen had high-end appliances, and the balconies had plenty of seating. Anna is amazing and so responsive. Will definitely come back!”
“This marked our third stay at Fishwife beach house on the East End of Galveston Island. Working with Anna allows for an easy check in and host communication. The home is neat and clean and located on a larger, more spacious beachfront lot than most other homes. The open kitchen is appointed well and allows for fun community time. We walk the beach first thing in the morning, with beautiful sunrises. We've been visiting Galveston for 40 years; for the last 12 we've chosen the East End for the easy access to downtown.”
“We had a wonderful stay at this beach house! It was very clean, well-maintained, and had the perfect number of bedrooms and bathrooms for our family. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach access, which made our trip so convenient. Anna was incredibly kind, responsive, and helpful throughout our stay, making everything easy from check-in to checkout. We will definitely be staying here again. Highly recommend!”
Why booking direct is cheaper
It's the same home and the same dates either way. The difference is the platform's guest service fee - which you skip when you book straight through us.
| Book direct (Karas) | Airbnb / VRBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Guest service fee | $0 - none, ever | ~10-15% added at checkout |
| Same home, same dates | Up to 15% less | List price + platform fee |
| Who you talk to | The host directly (Anna & her mom) | Platform support / call center |
| Questions & changes | Handled by us, one-to-one | Routed through the platform |
| Local Galveston tips | From the family who lives it | Generic listing info |
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Large-Group Galveston Rentals: common questions
What is your largest Galveston rental?
Sunrise on the Beach sleeps up to 17, our largest. Grand Beach Retreat and Sandy Sea-cret each sleep 16, and several others sleep 12 to 14, all full beach houses at Grand Beach.
Are your large rentals good for family reunions?
Yes. These are full houses built for groups under one roof, with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, big kitchens, and large decks, plus beach access at Grand Beach near Stewart Beach.
Can I rent more than one home for a really big group?
Often, yes. If your group is larger than one house, message us and we'll see whether we can pair two nearby homes at Grand Beach for the same dates.
Is it cheaper to book a large group rental direct?
Yes, and it matters more on big stays. Booking direct skips the Airbnb and VRBO guest service fee, so a large group saves up to 15 percent on the same home and dates.