You can look forward to a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities at Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River
Grant-Valkaria, FL · Waterfront 3BR · Private Dock & Kayaks · 5.4 mi by boat to the Sebastian Inlet sandbar · Dog-Friendly Wake up to the sun coming up over the Indian River Lagoon from a private dock that is yours for the whole stay. Sunrise on the River is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home of about 1,800 sq ft in Grant-Valkaria, halfway between Melbourne and Vero Beach on Florida's Space Coast. It sleeps 8 across 5 beds, and the kitchen and living room look straight out at the water. ON THE WATER A private dock with roughly 50 feet of frontage and its own mooring. It comfortably takes a 30' boat, and larger boats are often fine — just ask us first (our own 26-footer ties up with no trouble; confirm your length and draft with us before arrival). Kayaks, paddleboards, paddles and life vests are included. It is 5.4 miles by water to the Sebastian Inlet sandbar and out to the Atlantic. Christenson's Landing public boat ramp is 2.3 miles away and a second public ramp is under 2 miles, with driveway parking for your boat trailer. The dock has rod holders and a bench. Dolphins and manatees pass by most mornings. OUTSIDE Gazebo, wood-burning fire pit, charcoal grill, Adirondack chairs, hammocks and a wide open waterfront lawn. Fishing gear is not provided — bring your own rods and tackle. Unobstructed northern view across the lagoon — SpaceX and Kennedy Space Center launches are visible from the dock. INSIDE 1,800 sq ft, open plan with panoramic water views. Full kitchen equipped for real cooking, 5 mini-split A/C units (individual climate control room by room — no central air) plus 6 ceiling fans, fiber WiFi, full-size washer and dryer, Smart TV in every bedroom, streaming included. SLEEPING (5 beds · sleeps 8) - Bedroom 1 (primary): 1 King, en-suite bathroom - Bedroom 2: 1 Queen - Bedroom 3: 2 twin bunk beds (4 twins) DOGS WELCOME Up to two dogs, no size or breed restriction. Pre-approval at booking; pet fee applies. Dogs are not allowed on furniture or beds. GOOD TO KNOW You book the entire house, the yard, the gazebo, the fire pit and the private dock. There is a separate efficiency unit on the property that is not rented out — it is kept for the owners' own use. The owners may occasionally come by, always with advance notice, to use that unit or their boat. It has its own entrance and parking, and your stay is never disturbed. THE AREA - Grocery store — 1 mile - Christenson's Landing boat ramp — 2.3 miles - Barefoot Bay — 3 miles - Sebastian Inlet State Park — about 11 miles by road - Atlantic beaches — about 10 miles - Melbourne Orlando International (MLB) — 30 minutes - Orlando International (MCO) — about 1 hour 20 minutes Live inlet conditions, tide charts, boat ramps and a full area guide: sunriseontheriver.com
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 99 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Single level property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 99 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Grant-Valkaria, this holiday home is on the waterfront. St Sebastian River Preserve State Park and Environmental Learning Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kiteboard Sebastian and Riverview Park. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Grant-Valkaria travel guide
Is Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Urca de Lima Underwater Archaeological Preserve, Bimini Beach, and St Sebastian River Preserve State Park. Kiteboard Sebastian and Riverview Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Sunrise on the River — Waterfront Home with Private Dock, Sunrise on the River Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We enjoyed this property very much. Exactly as described, clean, well appointed, spacious and wonderful back yard. Great water views. Enjoyed the stay very much. Will try and book if we come there again.
So worth it! Was in town for our granddaughters 1st birthday, had a great time. Plenty of room for all that stayed or stopped by to say hi. Great back yard with lots of room to run around with the kids and dock across the street where we watched dolphins on a couple of occasions. If back in the area in the future we'd definitely stay again.!
Our family had such a wonderful time! Our dog was in heaven and he felt like this vacation was for him! So many comfy cozy places to sit and hangout with friends or family! The view was AMAZING! I grew up in the Sebastian area and it just felt like home. The kids loved the kayak and paddle boards on the property and the dock was top notch! We definitely will be back!
We have stayed at this property a few times!
Can’t say enough how awesome it is for a fairly inexpensive family vacation!
We are from Savanah and we spend a lot of time on the water.
It’s a great option for the boat and having water time!
It gots our lifestyle and always enjoy the convenience of being near the tourist area but, not all the expensive costs to go along with it!
We will certainly be back again!
It’s worth it!
Our family had a perfect long weekend celebration for our Dad's 80th birthday. So many cozy spaces to comnect and relax, we brought our boat and fishing gear, cooked great meals and got to bring the pups along so we didn't have to stress about their care - checked all the boxes!! You'll want to wake early to catch the sunrises. You'll be glad you did!
Host was very informative and quickly responded to our questions.
US-1 can be a busy road but we did not have a problem waiting for a break in traffic to cross.
The dock is well lit and in good condition.
This was a very peaceful and sweet spot! Smiles and good times were abundant!
FROM THE MOMENT YOU WALK IN THE HOUSE YOU ARE HOME..COMFY, PLENTY OF ROOM AND AN ABSOLUTE BEAUTIFUL BACKYARD SET UP FOR A CROWD. SO FUN STAYING AT THIS LOCATION AND WE WILL BE BACK SOON.
Villa was spacious, very clean and modern. Having the 3 bedrooms was great. Owners were very friendly and accommodating. The dock was immaculate and Boat accessible. Fire pit was icing on the cake. Will definitely book again!
We have stayed at this property 4 times now. It is a great location and perfect for families that enjoy being close to the beach and water.However, our stay this time had many issues from water, to broken items, to lack of basic items and lack of upkeep over the years. Host was attentive and tried to be as accommodating as possible.We always stayed a week… this time it was for 9 days. We eventually worked through all the issues and enjoyed what was left of our stay. Would come back again, and would preplan to bring more everyday essentials with us. As a host myself of a VRBO my standards are set very high.I am certain to many it would be just fine. I just recommend that you plan for any extras to take with you as there is ONLY the BARE minimum in the property. (Linens especially)I would come back again as I love the area and the location.It’s a good value for what it is. Because we had some major water issues is the only reason we gave it a 3 /4 star experience this trip.In past trips we rated it a 5 star.
The home was clean and as described. Its on a busy highway and near a small airport. The pier is across the highway. The backyard is large, but not fenced in for pets as the side gate was collapsed and on the ground. About 2 hours prior to our arrival, the owner sent check in info which included instructions NOT to flush toilet paper and to put it in the garbage. This was not sanitary in our opinion. After discussing with the owner, we were permitted to flush toilet paper as long as it was septic approved and in reasonable amounts. I do wish we had known this prior to booking this property. If the next guest doesn't discuss their concerns, they could end up not flushing toilet paper for their entire stay.
Total nightmare.
Raw sewage backed up into the showers 8 days into our 18 day stay. Without a place to stay we had to return home which caused our 76 yr old mom to miss scheduled medical appointments in Florida. The management would not even refund the cleaning fee as asked! Unbelievable really.
The final gift was our 4 month old puppy bringing home fleas from their backyard!
The location is horrible - the busy road in front yard prevented any walking or biking from the home.
Window units in the bedrooms. Horrible experience overall.