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Galveston Island, Texas

Sunrise on the Beach - Beachfront Galveston House for Big Groups (Sleeps 17, Dog-Friendly)

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5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Sleeps 17 Dog-friendly Beach house

Sunrise on the Beach is a 5-bedroom, 3-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps up to 17, in the gated Grand Beach community near Stewart Beach, about 8 minutes (2.5 miles) from The Strand and 9 minutes (2.3 miles) from the cruise terminal. With beds for up to 17, Sunrise on the Beach is one of the largest-capacity beachfront homes in the collection, sitting directly on the sand on the East End. It is a luxury home in a premium beachfront location, and dog-friendly too, with two dogs welcome and more considered on request.

Sunrise on the Beach is exactly what the name promises: a beachfront home near Stewart Beach in Galveston where the day starts with the sun coming up over the Gulf, right outside your window. Five bedrooms in the gated Grand Beach community, sleeping up to 17, this is a home built for big groups who want everyone under one roof, steps from the sand.

The owners love this home, and they trusted our family to manage it. So you're not booking from a faceless company on the other side of the country - we look after this home as if it were our own.

Inside

Five bedrooms and three bathrooms sleep 17 comfortably, including an extra rollaway we added so even the largest groups have a spot. The open living and kitchen level is made for gathering.

Outside

· Beachfront in a quiet, gated community: sand just steps away

· Wide Gulf-facing decks

· Room to spread out for a group of 17

Perfect for

· Large families and multi-family reunions (sleeps 17)

· Groups who want a true beachfront base, not a block-back compromise

· Dog owners (2 dogs welcome, more by request)

· Anyone who loves an early-morning, coffee-in-hand ocean sunrise

Good to know

Sunrise sits in a real, gated residential neighborhood: quiet streets, permanent neighbors, the calm side of the island. Two dogs are welcome, and we can consider more on request. Minimum age for the primary guest applies and there are no events or parties.

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5 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms · sleeps 17 · beachfront · dog-friendly (2, more on request) · Grand Beach, near Stewart Beach, Galveston

City of Galveston Rental Registration #GVR-06313

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What guests say

5.0 out of 5 · 42 verified reviews from guests who stayed with Karas Vacation Rentals

This was our second time staying here. Love working with Anna. I know I can count on her for a quick response and an answer to anything I might need. The location is perfect for our family of 9 (elderly, adults & teens). The house is cozy, beautifully decorated, and the beach views are amazing! The beach is Clean, quiet, and never crowded. The neighborhood is private, quiet, and safe. Everything we wanted to do or needed was a short drive away. Highly recommend!
Jennifer S · Aug 2026
We really enjoyed our stay! If your looking for a clean, relaxing, enjoyable place to stay while in Galveston this is it. There was enough in this house to accommodate myself and 16 family members. I will definitely book this location again.
Fatimah D · Aug 2026
We had a wonderful stay! The home was absolutely beautiful, spotless, and very well maintained. The beachfront location was perfect, with gorgeous views and a peaceful atmosphere that made it easy to relax and unwind. It was the ideal getaway for a few days. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and tranquil beach retreat, and we’d love to come back!
Julia B · Jul 2026
Anna was great and so was the place. We fit 10 adults easily with room to spare. We would stay here again
Cory P · Jul 2026
We had such a wonderful time at this house. The main floor is easily accessible and easy to get in and out of without having to climb many flights of stairs. House is beautiful, modern, all the amenities, and very spacious. The host was an excellent and quick responder with helpful advice. Great location, steps away from beach. Located on a less crowded area of the beach too. Will return again! Great house and location!
Indya F · Jun 2026
Our family was in Galveston for a wedding. Anna was a fabulous host and the home met all of our needs. We absolutely loved the privacy and the beachfront location as well as the proximity to everything downtown Galveston has to offer. We had an amazing stay and would definitely consider this home in the future!
C M · Jun 2026
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Loved staying here! Beach access was super close and easy to get to, the beach house was clean and was well stocked with dishes, shelves were stocked with books, and the beds were comfortable. We loved sitting on the patio overlooking the ocean! Anna also provided clear gate access codes and sent local events going on during our stay.
Crystal T · Jun 2026
Wonderful spot!
Lisa D · May 2026
We had an amazing stay at “Sunrise on the Beach” The home was beautiful, clean, and very well maintained. It had everything our family/friends needed for a relaxing and fun getaway. The location was perfect, with easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. Anna was a wonderful host. She was friendly, responsive, and made the entire experience smooth from booking to checkout. We really appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the home that made our stay even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this beach house to anyone looking for a peaceful and memorable vacation spot. We would absolutely stay here again!
Elizabeth P · May 2026
We had a really nice time here. Hosts always responded promptly. House was comfortable and had everything you could need. Definitely a nice place to stay!
Nancy C · Apr 2026
The house was beautiful very lovely. Only downside was the outdoor kitchen that was dirty but otherwise amazing home. LOVED THE OUTDOOR SWING!!
Viktoria · Apr 2026
Thanks Anna! We loved our stay.
Garrett T · Mar 2026
Place and location was great for our trip.
George G · Mar 2026
Our family of 14 had a wonderful stay here. The location is perfect - steps from the beach, which always felt quite private even though it wasn't, and close to the Strand and great restaurants. So glad we found this gem!
Rachael P · Mar 2026
Really beautiful place, this is our family's second year staying. Balconies in almost every room, the view to the ocean is incredible-you can see it from the kitchen/living room which is just phenomenal. The host is very sweet and accommodating, very simple instructions and check in and check out is a breeze. Very responsive and friendly. Our whole family enjoys it so much we're trying to make it a yearly thing!
Eva G · Mar 2026
We brought our whole family, 10 adults, 1 toddler, plus dogs. Anna’s house was perfect for us with room to spare! We loved the decks overlooking the beach and the easy access to the beach as well. We appreciated the small touches for the dogs as well. Beds, couch blankets, treats and bowls helped them feel right at home. We will definitely stay here again!
Kristine K · Feb 2026
Best host ever. Proactive and easy and fast replies. Great location right on the beach. Perfect for families especially of you have pets.
Joshua M · Feb 2026
Our family of (11) had a great time together. The house was really cozy and everyone could spread out but be in the same living area. The views are great and the neighborhood is very safe.
Daniel A · Dec 2025
This is our 5th time renting this property; the first time was in 2021. The property was extremely clean this trip and Anna went above and beyond on answering our questions about properties in The Preserve at Grand Beach. Since we discovered The Preserve in 2021, it is the only place we rent on the island. This property is always well-stocked with kitchen and other items. While the outdoor furniture cushions need a refresh, we had a 5-star experience and will return.
George S · Oct 2025
Nice place and easy access to the beach.
Ramesh K · Oct 2025
Anna’s house was the perfect place for a girl’s weekend. It’s spacious, nice, and a short walk to the beach. Anna and her team were very accommodating. We noticed the Keurig was broken upon arrival and a new machine was dropped off within an hour. I highly recommend this stay!
Emma M · Oct 2025
The house and beach were easily accessible and were perfect for a friend filled weekend. The host was excellent and very helpful. I won’t stay anywhere else.
Paula · Oct 2025
What a wonderful “staycation”! My family and a few friends came down for a weekend visit, and this place could not have been more perfect. The house is perfectly situated, and we thoroughly enjoyed the beach, and beautiful views. This home is wonderful, with plenty of room for everyone to spread out, and enjoy their own private space; as well as comfortable, large communal spaces for drinks, cooking, visiting and games. The gated private beach walk is just about 50 feet from the driveway, and easily accessible. All of the bedrooms are comfortable with plenty of pillows and linens. The bathrooms and kitchen, as well as the ground floor bar are all fantastic. The extra downstairs ice machine is a nice thing to have!The views are not to be missed! Second to none. We are all looking forward to a return visit soon! 5 stars
Shawn H · Sep 2025
This property is absolutely wonderful and we will definitely stay here again! The house was very clean, cozy and well maintained. The beds and pillows were comfortable and the bathrooms had soft towels and soap, shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen was well equipped allowing for easy meal prep. The porches overlooking the beach were amazing! It was nice to sit and have coffee in the morning and plan our day and then come back and listen to the waves as we relaxed after a busy day. Access to the beach was just one house away and the boardwalk to it is well maintained. Thank you Anna for allowing us to stay in such a beautiful beach house!
Marie H · Sep 2025
Overall a good stay! Great view and beautiful home.
India F · Sep 2025
This property was perfect for us, our toddler, and the grandparents. It was a very quick walk to the beach, plenty of space, and gorgeous views. The yard was ample and fenced in for our dog, and there was a nice selection of beach chairs and toys, and wagons to haul the stuff, to boot! Anna was a responsive host, we couldn’t ask for any more. We will be back next year!
Crystal N · Aug 2025
Clean home. Comfortable beds/seating. Views of beach are beautiful and wide. Close to the beach as an easy walk. We were there mid-August and the beach and neighborhood were quiet. Nine of us were able to enjoy time together and also find personal space. We loved the fenced in yard so our dog could join us and be safe. Everything we needed was within 5-15 minutes. Being a beach house, there's many stairs. My elderly parents were with me so I had hoped that the master was on the first floor but it's on the second. They needed a private bath and TV, so that's the second floor. We would have enjoyed a TV in each bedroom, but that's the only thing we missed. The shower handle stripped late one night. Anna immediately responded and set a time for her handyman to fix in the morning. He arrived on time, fixed it, and left...easy. Anna is very responsive and helpful. We loved our stay!
Jennifer S · Aug 2025
Our family of 16 fit perfectly in this big, beautiful home. It was very clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed! We loved the open concept living/kitchen area that gave us all a chance to talk and enjoy watching the baseball games while we were preparing meals. The gas grill on the deck outside the kitchen was a bonus for sure! Backyard and patio area on the bottom level was a great place to enjoy evenings visiting and it gave the grand kids plenty space to run around. The walkover to the beach was super close which made it easy to take our chairs and tents over for the day as well as go back and forth for anything we may have needed. Anna was a great host! Sent messages early and often so we knew exactly what the expectations were. We would 100% rent this property again!
Sharon B · Jul 2025
Great location with access to beach! Wish we could have stayed longer. We had an accident in the ocean the first night and Anna was very helpful. Definitely coming back!
Jarrid M · May 2025
Perfect family getaway … place is exactly how it’s described. Plenty of space to cook up a family meal while enjoying the semi private beach snd picturesque views! 5 star experience!
Amber L · May 2025
Great place on the East End. Will likely be back next year.
Alex W · Apr 2025
Everything with our stay was perfect and as described and expected. Very quick response and solution. Anna was a great host! We will be returning
Claire W · Apr 2025
Easy check-in!! We had a fun and exciting stay. The home was lovely with easy access around the island. I would definitely recommend!!!
Kw L · Mar 2025
This was such a lovely place to stay! We always stay in Crystal Beach, but I don't know if we can go back there after staying here! The private beach area was so nice, the gated community made us feel safe leaving our car in the driveway! The house was surprisingly kid proofed, very clean and has lots of fun stuff to do. The views on this house make it stand out, there's a balcony in every bedroom and views of the ocean in several plus the kitchen/living room area. Views are amazing, you can watch the sunrise from the eating area, balconies, and several bedrooms. Absolutely lovely. There are lots of stairs here, so if you're bringing older individuals they may have an issue. However there is a bedroom on the main floor once you get up into the house so they don't have to go up and down often. The owner was very sweet and responsive, Five stars hands down!
Eva G · Mar 2025
Anna, Thank you for being so accommodating. My family and I truly enjoyed our stay! The house is absolutely beautiful! The kitchen is well stocked and had everything we needed.
Kim H · Feb 2025
Great location! Just as described and located on the beach! Would definitely return during summer
Veronica A · Oct 2024
The house was really nice with a beautiful view!! It was clean and well stocked. The host was quick to respond with any questions we had! We will be staying here again!
Tiffany R · Sep 2024
Great location in a small safe neighborhood with private beach! Much closer to stores and restaurants than houses located on the west side of the island. House was clean with plenty of supplies like kitchen supplies, dish soap, trash bags, and toilet paper. The beach chairs that were supplied were in good condition and much appreciated. Walgreens is very nearby for any amenities that you forget or run out of. The living room/dining room/open kitchen area was a little smaller than other houses we’ve stayed at, but still a big open concept and plenty of room for a group of 16. We had a great time!
Ly N · Aug 2024
Anna’s house was very spacious and we had a large gathering of 16 people who were able to spread out and all enjoyed their stay. Proximity of house to beach along with stores, shops and the Strand was very good as well as equipment that she provided for the beach including several beach chairs, wagon for carrying coolers and chairs as well as beach towels. Very safe gated community and Anna is quick to respond and a great communicator. We would definitely stay again at this house!!
Alexander B · Jul 2024
Anna was the perfect host! Always immediately responsive to every query. The house was the ideal situation for a large family gathering. We will stay again!
Barbra B · Jul 2024
Our stay here was wonderful. The location is very convenient and easy to find. Everything was as described in the listing and all basic amenities were in great condition.
Michael K · Jun 2024
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this beach house! This was our first time staying at the East End of Galveston and, just wow, we would never want to stay anywhere else. The location is quite literally unbeatable - its right on the beach but also close to downtown and the Seawall. The beach was not crowded at all and we enjoyed our long walks. We can’t wait to come back to this house for a family vacation! The house is spacious and clean, and the host was very accommodating and responded super quickly to all our questions. We recommend this property!
Tetiana W · Apr 2024

Frequently asked questions

How many guests can Sunrise on the Beach sleep?+

Sunrise on the Beach comfortably sleeps up to 17 guests across 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Is Sunrise on the Beach dog-friendly?+

Yes - up to two small dogs are welcome at Sunrise on the Beach. Just let us know you're bringing them when you book.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sunrise on the Beach?+

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested and is offered whenever the schedule allows - just ask.

Where is Sunrise on the Beach located?+

Sunrise on the Beach is in the Galveston, Texas area on the Gulf Coast - close to the island's beaches and main attractions.

Is it cheaper to book Sunrise on the Beach directly?+

Yes. Book Sunrise on the Beach direct with Karas Vacation Rentals and save up to 15% versus Airbnb - the same home and the same dates, without the platform's guest service fee.

What is the cancellation policy for Sunrise on the Beach?+

Full refund if you cancel more than 30 days before arrival. 50% refund if you cancel 14–30 days before arrival. No refund for cancellations within 14 days of arrival. Free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, provided your arrival is at least 14 days away.

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