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Happy House, minutes to the Beach!

Galveston vacation home in West End area

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Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Terramar Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Half Moon Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

West End stay.With a stay at this West End vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Terramar Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Sea Isle Beach. Half Moon Beach and San Luis Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sea Isle Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Terramar Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Half Moon Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jamaica Beach - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 42 min drive - 21.1 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Way West Grill And Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Happy House, minutes to the Beach!

Happy House is just what it says. Walk right in and you are in a happy place. Located a few blocks from the beach, in the very friendly subdivision of Terramar.
Ground Level: large sitting area and hammock to enjoy all parts of the day. Grill available( charcoal provided by guests). Extra picnic table for dining downstairs. Outdoor shower, perfect for after the beach. No garage access. Driveway parking can accommodate 2 to 3 vehicles.

Main level: another intimate sitting area. Perfect for sunset cocktails and coffee sunrises.

The key to the house is in a supra(key box) on the garage door knob. The morning of your check-in the supra code will be texted to your phone.

Once in the door, you will not be disappointed. Living area with oversized couch and additional seating. Extra large smart tv. Kitchen has been fully renovated. Extra charging station in the countertop. 4 barstools at the counter. Kitchen is fully stocked. Adjacent is the breakfast area. Seats up to 8 people, with a large food pantry.

Bedroom one has a king bed with smart tv. Large closet and attached, renovated bathroom.
Bedroom two and three also have smart TVs and large closets.
Shared bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Lots of storage space.

Amnesties in the neighborhood are plenty. Seasonal community pool, marina with boat ramp and fishing area for guests and a disc golf course.
Close dining areas, West End Marina will not disappoint.

Happy House is not renting for Parties or Large Gatherings.
If you are bringing your furry friend, please let me know and picking up after Fido is a must :)

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please no dogs sitting on the outdoor furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR13909

Frequently asked questions

How close is Happy House, minutes to the Beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 51.5 mi (67-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Happy House, minutes to the Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Happy House, minutes to the Beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Terramar Beach and 3.7 mi (7-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Happy House, minutes to the Beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Happy House, minutes to the Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Happy House, minutes to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Happy House, minutes to the Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Happy House, minutes to the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Happy House, minutes to the Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Happy House, minutes to the Beach! to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Terramar Beach.

Happy House, minutes to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen A S S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the neighborhood, community beach and pool. The beach house was clean and roomy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

Everything was clean and we had everything we needed. It was in a great location, and the kids loved the east access to the beach and pool. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day

We stayed at the Happy House over Memorial Day and it was awesome. The area is great, close proximity to the beach and far away from the crowds. Plenty of things to do and the house has all the amenities our family needed. The stay was great and the house was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My family enjoyed our time at the Happy House.

Laurie is a great host easy to communicate with. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Stay at Happy House

We had a great time! The house was very comfortable and clean. Loved the 2 sitting areas outside! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying in this place. Laurie was very kind and answered every question we had. I would definitely consider staying here next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janet e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean beach house!

This was a last minute booking and did not disappoint. Beautiful and clean property, very convenient beach access just across the street. Great and responsive host.we hop to be back in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo An S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family beach vacation

Convenient to beach, community pool. Cute beach house, comfortable. Kitchen had all the essentials. Host was very accommodating. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashley m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, clean, & cozy!

My family had such a wonderful stay at the Happy House. It was spotless and beautifully decorated. We were super comfortable and it was exactly what we wanted for a relaxing vacation. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach Stay

This was our first trip to Galveston, but we absolutely loved our time at the Happy House. The decor was beautiful and the home had all the amenities we could ask for. Laurie was extremely responsive and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

The home was beautiful, clean, spacious. The patio areas up and downstairs had comfortable sofas. We enjoyed sitting outside and bbq.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Tillmans

Everything about the property was nice and upgraded The hostess was very responsive quickly and eager to answer all and any questions within 24 hours. You don’t want to miss out on a lovely, beautiful home it was everything and more than we could ever want on this trip. It was a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pinkcash38

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was incredibly clean. The kitchen was well equipped with Keurig, large refrigerator, ice maker,Large dish washer and a washer & dryer.I love all the ceiling fans to keep the house cool without blasting the ac. The beds were really comfy, no sinks in the mattresses. The patio, and downstairs was really nice with seating. All my questions were answered up front as well. Best part, easy beach access via 10 minute walk across the street. Or, 1 mile drive with rocked parking lot access over boardwalk. I was very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You will be Happy at Happy House

Our stay at Happy Home was just what we needed. The folks who own this property are amazing! A couple of minutes by car and you are on the beach. Kitchen fully stocked with all of the pots, pans, bowls, plates, silverware and cleanup products you will need. Large table in the dinning room. Bath-Plenty of quality towels that smell really good. No musty smells in the house like in some rentals I have visited.. very clean and well organized. Two areas out side to relax at. This home truly was a home away from home. The decorations in the home are perfect. I felt like we were staying at high end place. Over all, great place to stay, and getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute gem!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Happy House! It was even more beautiful than the pictures- everything is brand new and the decor is gorgeous! The setup was perfect for my family and we enjoyed meals at the big table, the beautiful string lights on the outside, the lovely coffee pot with coffee provided (and milk frother that made me feel spoiled), the beautiful and comfy couch to have morning coffee on on the porch, the big screen tv in the family room, the huge fan with remote control in the master, the outdoor shower and hose to rinse off from the beach, etc. etc.! The price was incredible and this was one of the best places we've ever stayed in Galveston! We rented a golf cart (they deliver it to the house) and it was so fun to ride back and forth from the close-by beach, to watch the sunset, and to hang out at other friends/family homes. We will definitely be back to this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House - Happy!

Our family greatly enjoyed our 4 night stay at Happy House over the 4th of July. We appreciated the location - a small ways out from the heart of Galveston and its crowds but close enough to drive in for whatever needed (we visited the aquarium at Moody Gardens). We mostly enjoyed the house, community pool (unfortunately the water was too warm to enjoy and it was very hot during the heat of the day; we didn't use it morning or night), and beach...all within short walking distance. The king bed was super comfy and walk-in shower was nice. Really enjoyed the common area - big L shaped couch and great kitchen to cook in. We made frequent use of the seating on the upper deck and enjoyed the hammock and breeze in the lower area. We encountered an issue which needed prompt attention and I can't speak highly enough about the owners and their quick response, great communication, and problem solved. I love renting homes from owners such as these! We'd love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great and relaxing stay

We really enjoyed our stay, far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the main part of the island but close enough to still go grab dinner and enjoy the island. The home is well stocked and very well decorated!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was great.

Overall enjoyed the time out there. Had a couple of set backs but trip ended well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and comfortable house.

Checking in was easy, every day the property was just right for my family !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Beach House

The Happy House met all of our expectations and was just what we needed for our family vacation. The owners are great and always respond promptly. From the moment we opened the door to the house we knew we made the right choice. The house was very clean, beautifully decorated, furniture was is in great condition, and it was fully stocked with everything we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms. Both outdoor lounge areas, upstairs and downstairs, were very comfortable and relaxing. The neighbors also made us feel welcomed. The beach is only a few minutes from the house which was very convenient. There is also a swimming pool for this community located just a block away. I recommend the Happy House for anyone visiting the area and we definitely plan on booking here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Beach House Ever!!!!

This house was so beautiful!! We loved spending our family vacation here. Laurie was the best host. She was very quick to respond to messages. The beach is literally 2 minutes away from the house and so convenient. We will definitely be booking again on our next family vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022