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Primary bedroom with blackout shades and drapes.
Relax and enjoy your time at the cutest cottage in Galveston.
Living area
Living area
Dedicated workspace with high-speed WiFi if you need to plug back into work

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas Medical Branch
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
All pets must be added to the booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to 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.
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.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that 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 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
Property Registration Number GVR08779

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok?

As of 4 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok on 10 May, 2026 start from S$199, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of East End Historic District Beach Gear+BBQ+Patio+Bikes+Pets ok located?

Located in East End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

wylie m.

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

Great stay

Great stay, very comfortable and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We know that you had many options for vacation homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us. Wishing you many happy travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jelaina R.

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

Soccer tourney weekend stay

Cute small house located in a nice neighborhood. Easy access to beach and downtown Galveston. Nice outdoor seating area to relax after a long day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and owner was kind enough to let me arrive a little early. Owner has house well supplied and thought of everything. Loved this house so much that I found myself shopping for a little “shotgun” floorplan of my own. It was just me but this would be a great house for a family. I stayed at the Galvez hotel the week before but “Happy House” was 100 times better IMO!!! I am a picky guest… so a 5 star is hard to get from me. My only issue was a little stale odor at first but we gotta keep in mind this is 130 year old house!!! It wasn’t noticeable after the first day. Love this house and will definitely be back!!!
Owner thought of EVERYTHING!!!!
Owner has towels for “messy use”… make up, Mardi Gras Glitter, etc.
All dressed up for Mardi Gras!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Excellent Galveston Retreat

The most charming place to stay! Would book again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
Thank you for choosing our home for your stay in Galveston. We can’t wait for you to visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Miller M.

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

Winter Vacation

My family enjoyed our stay over Christmas. The home was beautifully decorated and conveniently located to the Strand and Pleasure Pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We know you had many options for homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

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

Cute house.

Nice little property and enjoyed it! Would stay again! Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed the house and I hope y’all had a great time on the island. We know you had many options for VRBO’s on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheri C.

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

Cute and very clean

We would stay here again. The outdoor area is very sunny even with the umbrella but nicely appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

holly d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property and the delightful host was amazing and super responsive to any questions we had. I slept in the green room bed and it was so nice and not a hard mattress! It’s located at a great spot if you want to shoot to the seawall and go to the beach or shoot the opposite way and head to the strand! Thank you for the wonderful stay and all the attentive features! The little touches all around the house are so cute and well thought of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

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

Fantastic property

We loved our stay at the Happy House. It is meticulously maintained, has everything you would need for your stay even down to toys and popsicles for the kids. Sara was extremely helpful and attentive. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
Thank you for the kind words and we are so has everyone enjoyed themselves. We know you had many options for vacation homes in the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us. Wishing you many happy travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Perfect Vacation Home

This is such a cute home in a nice historic neighborhood, perfect for our family. We enjoyed everything about it, enjoyed a drink on the patio after a long day on the beach. Close to everything. It has everything you need, we loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you had a great time at The Happy House and Galveston. Thanks for taking such great care of our little house and we hope you visit us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan V.

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

Beautiful home, excellent outdoor space

We really enjoyed this property, close to cruise terminals, clean, safe, and fun! We were celebrating a birthday and they had a banner and hats laid out waiting for us, really made our day!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
I’m so glad everyone had a great time and I hope it was an excellent birthday celebration. We love helping make memories for our guests. We know you had many options for vacation homes in the island an appreciate you choosing to stay with us. Wishing you safe and happy travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Loved the Happy House!

We were very impressed with The Happy House. It was very clean and so well appointed. So comfortable and in everyway! And Sara was a excellent host. We will definitely stay there again when visiting Galveston.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you had fun. We hope you come back and stay a little longer. ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA S.

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

Weekend getaway

The house was absolutely adorable with lots of cute and charming touches. Very clean and super comfortable! Loved the courtyard! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Can’t wait to have you visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Cozy and hospitable

The location and the house were great! Sara was very responsive to any questions and we had no issues.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad that you and your pups enjoyed your stay. We know that you had many options for VRBO homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

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

Cute, historic cottage!

Great little house in the old part of Galveston. We loved the little courtyard. Walkable to the Strand and the Beach. The cottage is small, but we'll laid out, so plenty of room for my wife and me and our two teenagers!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2023
So glad that you all had a great time at our little cottage and on the island. We know you had many options for vacation homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Historic East End Charmer

Comfortable cottage with great walkability to all conveniences. Cozy, clean accommodations and well outfitted kitchen. Communication and access was flawless. Hope to be back next year !
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We Know that you had many options for homes to stay at here in Galveston and we appreciate you choosing us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Great birthday getaway

The Happy House is a terrific. It is in the historic area of Galveston which makes it even more charming . The furnishings and beds are comfy, and the kitchen and bathroom are stocked with the essentials. It was a perfect house for a weekend birthday celebration. I definitely would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We know that you have many options for vacation homes on the island and we appreciate you choosing us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Cozy and convenient!

Our first visit to Galveston!! Loved our stay at the happy house. Everything was impeccable. Convenient to everything. Sara was an amazing host. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you chose to stay with us. We look forward to having you visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne E.

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

Beautiful home in a quiet area

We enjoyed our stay at Happy House. Sara communicated well and was great recommendations. There were extra toiletries and towels in the bathroom. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We appreciate you choosing our home for your weekend getaway. Thank you for taking such great care of our home and would love to have you stay again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Excellent family getaway

Stayed at the happy house with my husband and two young children. We all had a fantastic time, and the house has everything we could’ve needed! Even being so hot, the outdoor space was such an added bonus. The home is in a beautiful neighborhood close to so much that Galveston has to offer, and we can’t wait to get back and explore even more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you chose The Happy House for your place to star in Galveston. We hope to have you visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Had an amazing time at happy house

Everything was perfect. The house was set up very welcoming and warm heartedly They thought of everything in case you forgot something it was there for you we had an amazing time and will return again in the future visits to Galveston Island
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2023
We are so happy that everyone enjoyed themselves and that we all the extras you might need. We know that you had many options for vacation homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert P.

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

Perfect location

From beginning to end, property owner was always in contact with us making the whole process extremely easy. The house upon arrival was clean and just a perfect little house for me, the wife and 2 teenage daughters. Location was just a perfect as it took us 10 minutes or less to get anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad that everyone enjoyed our cottage. We know you had many options for vacation homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us for your “work-cation”. Wishing you many happy travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

Relaxing Stay in Galveston

The house instructions were great. Upon arriving the home was nicer in person than in pictures which says a lot. It is gorgeous inside and out. We have stayed at quite a few homes over the years and this one was the BEST stocked home by far. Comfortable and clean, we can't wait to make staying here a summer family tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2023
We are so glad that you all GAD a great time and enjoyed the home. We know you had many options for vacation homes on the island and appreciate you choosing to stay with us. Wishing you many happy travels
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tara h.

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

October

I stayed during Halloween week and was surprised to arrive and find the house decorated for the holiday. Instant smile and definitely set the mood for the rest of the stay. The place is exactly as descried and the beds are super comfortable. The outdoor area is a plus. This is a sweet gem hidden in the historic area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
We are so glad that you all enjoyed your stay with us. We know you had many options here on the island and we appreciate you choosing us. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Short but Enjoyable Stay

We enjoyed our recent stay. This is a cute cottage and quite well done. Cleanliness on our arrival was very good. Communications with the owner were easy and very responsive. We found the beds to be quite comfortable and the neighborhood quiet. Enjoyed using the outdoor courtyard. Comfortable and nicely landscaped. The only downside is the cottage is a bit small and living room and kitchen seating was tight for 4 adults.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for your review and feedback it is always appreciated. We have added new seating to our dining area based on your feedback. We are so glad that you all enjoyed your stay with us. We know you had many options here on the island and we appreciate you choosing us. We hope to host you again soon.

About the host

Hosted by Sara Roberts

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Hi, my name is Sara and I just love hosting friends and family so I decided to take that passion and apply it to hosting guest at our little renovated Victorian home.
As a real estate agent I love old homes and architecture. My passion is highlighting the details of a home and all its potential.
I'm also a food lover and am always on the look out for local favorite spots. Galveston has many of them.

Why they chose this property

We welcome you to what has been dubbed has the Happy House. Why the Happy House? Because it is just the cutest little Victorian home on Galveston Island that makes you immediately smile when you get there. The Happy House has the perfect location for those who want to be in the middle and explore the downtown scene or the sunny beach.
My family and I have visited Galveston my entire life and finally decided to have a little place where we can be on "island time" and relax.
Galveston has everything from surfing to antique shopping. A booming food scene will make sure no one goes home hungry. We love riding our bikes around the island to soak up as much sun and sea breeze as possible.

What makes this property unique

Built in 1892 as an accessory building to the larger main home. Original exterior architectural elements remain including her original shutters and windows. This property has survived the 1900 Storm and Located in a National Historic Designated, the Historic East End District. You are centrally spaced between The Strand, Post Office Street, Market Street and the Seawall/Beach.
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