The Happy House

To my amazing guests,
Most of whom have become friends and family:
It is with a VERY heavy heart that I share the news that I have made the difficult decision to sell our beloved Happy House.
Over the years it has been my TRUE JOY hosting each and every one of you, and I am beyond grateful for the memories we have all created.
While this decision was certainly NOT easy, it is a necessary step in my next real estate investment journey.
Your loyalty, love, and support means the world to me -and I am just as saddened by this transition as you are.
I am a Nelson and I come from a family of real estate investors; one very important thing I was taught by my father and Grandaddy is to know when it’s time to move on to something else.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for choosing to stay at The Happy House time and time again. Thank you for trusting me to give you and your family the best possible Kure Beach experience. You have ALL made The Happy House a home and not just a vacation rental. I will cherish each photo you’ve shared, each review, each guest log, each text, and everything in between!
Even though we are saying goodbye to The Happy House, I assure you that, as my family has for almost 70 years- I am NOT losing my connection to our precious Kure Beach! My connection to this town remains strong and it always will. In the next couple years I plan to invest in another property in Kure. My hope is that we can continue to build memories together! While the future may hold some changes, our bond remains unchanged. My true gratitude and love for you ALL remains unchanged!!
My family’s story in Kure Beach has been strong for almost 7 decades…I will not let it end now, I promise you that!!!
Thank you for keeping the Nelson legacy alive and for being part of our story. As one chapter closes I promise another will start soon.
Thank you all….I adore and love each and every one of you.
Thank you for trusting me!
I will be back before you know it❤️
All of my love and gratitude,
-Kristen Nelson

Thank you, Haxton family for loving The Happy House as much as we do, for treating it like your home and for sharing all of the beautiful photos you took while you were here. We cannot wait for your return!! Have a safe trip home!

P.S. make sure Nellie knows she’s the bestest girl and give her lots of kisses! 🦮🐾🐶

Happy Sunday everyone!

The polar plunge was this weekend and it was CHILLY! Way to go to everyone who participated!!!

It’s not often we see dolphins in Kure Beach but when we do, it’s a big deal!

Ocean View Restaurant is everyone’s favorite place in Kure Beach. The employees are friendly, the ambiance is fantastic and the food???? It’s THE BEST!!!

Even in when it’s raining, it’s an amazing place to be

Look at that amazing Valentine’s Day sunrise!

Good morning from Kure Beach! The Haxton family definitely got quite the sunrise this morning!

The best way to start your day in Kure!!!😋
They open for the season this Thursday!

2024 Menu

Our winter “snowbirds” are making the most of their stay here, stopping in Carolina Beach at Nollie’s Taco Joint and grabbing coffee just a few blocks away from The Happy House at Happy Hippies Java Hut, our FAVORITE coffee spot! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, Joyce Haxton!!!

My amazing snowbirds. Joyce Haxton- wow, just WOW!!!

How it all began….❤️❤️

Thank you to all of my amazing guests..most of whom have become like family..thank you for another beautiful year and for all of your love for The Happy House. Thank you for trusting me to help you make beautiful memories, thank you for sharing your memories with me, thank you for honoring everything this beautiful home stands for…our little hidden gem of an island and our beautiful Happy House!! You keep the magic alive!
From the Nelson family (including those who are no longer with us)-
Happy New Year to all of you!
May 2024 be even more magical❤️
ALL OF MY LOVE,
-Kristen Nelson