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Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok

Vacation home near Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal in Galveston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

City center stay.Your stay at this East End vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marmo Bistro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪MOD Coffeehouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok

Located in the East End Historic District and built in 1892 The Happy House has been fully refurbished. A central location full of historic charm appointed with all the modern amenities to make your stay something to remember! Kids and adults love this fun and beautifully decorated home. The white picket fence, original louvered shutters, copper New Orleans gas lanterns and hand gilded house numbers accentuate this homes charm. Walk to top restaurants and shopping. Gorgeous brick paved courtyard with market lights and gorgeous custom copper lanterns. A perfect retreat for a weekend getaway to shop on the Strand or soak up the sun on the beach. Also available for or those needing a longer stay in Galveston we are available for month or longer bookings. So pack your bags and if you want to bring your pup bring their crate and have a very happy stay at The Happy House.

All guests and pets must be listed at time of booking so that we can prepare the home with enough supplies for your stay. $100 Pet fee is mandatory with exception of service animals.

*2 bedrooms, 3 beds total, 1 bathroom
*brick paved outdoor eating area with seating for 6
*lush landscaping and market lights, gas lanterns in patio space
*6 blocks to the Historic Galveston Strand and Post Office Street- great shopping, dining and entertainment.
*dedicated work space with AT&T fiber internet.
*pet treats/bags/bowls available for pups
*Walking distance to parks and 2 of Galveston's favorite eateries - Sunflower Bakery & Cafe (breakfast/lunch) and Mosquito Cafe (breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner).
*10 minute bike ride to Stewart beach and the Historic Galveston Pleasure Pier.
*Near Cruise Terminal
*beach gear and towels
*full size washer/dryer
*pack-n-play available upon request
*A few blocks from Moody Mansion and Bishop's Palace and short drive to Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn.

You'll love the old hardwood floors, large historic windows and tall ceilings. The home has curtains and shades for privacy, high-speed internet, and central air/heat. A fully stocked kitchen is available in the event you would like to stay in and dine. We offer a Keurig hot/iced coffee maker along with coffee and teas. Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ are available for your enjoyment. The 55" LG TV and 43" Roku TV provides access to other popular apps available with your own login credentials.
**Pet fee is $100 for 1 dog. This covers the additional preparation of the home for your pet and the additional cleaning. A portion is donated to Galveston Humane Society.
**Cleaning fee includes bed linens and towels for every guest, as well as additional sanitizing protocols. Essential toiletries are provided as well as laundry items in case you would like to go home with clean clothes. All quilts/duvets/comforters are washed after EVERY guest!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
You can put full trash bags in large bin labeled 611 16th under the house or in the alley.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please remove shoes in entry. The wood floors are 130 years old.
This neighborhood has homes very close to each other. Please respect the neighbors and NO loud music outside/no parties without permission from host.
All overnight guest are required to be register with host. There is a $50 fee for unauthorized late checkout.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: All pets must be added to the booking.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR08779

Frequently asked questions

How close is Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.9 mi (60-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi (14-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches and 0.8 mi (4-min drive) from Seawall Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Galveston.