Happy Valley

Happy Valley was first known as Wong Nai Chung Valley named from the river collecting waters from Wong Nai Chung Gap and surroundings.

It was full of rice paddies and basically swampy until they constructed the racecourse in 1846. The area became home to 6 cemeteries and then became known as Happy Valley, a common euphemism for cemeteries. In 1922 the Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital opened in Happy Valley.

Happy Valley is also home to the HK Jockey Club headquarters and clubhouse and the Hong Kong Racing Museum. Nowadays, in addition to the racing track the centre of the course is filled with sports fields for rugby and football and it is home to the Happy Valley Athletic Association. The parks are also well used by schools and local clubs and the track round the racecourse is popular with local runners.



Residential Blocks

The residential area is located behind the racecourse, and has a cosmopolitan mix of residents. There are new high-rise towers coming up, such as The Altitude but the majority of accommodation is mid-size and mid-rise. One of the best known modern developments is The Leighton Hill, with views across the racetrack to Central. There are several serviced apartment blocks, including The Ellipsis and the low-rise Eaton House. A spacious block that has been newly refurbished is The Winfield, offering larger family homes.

Attractions

Happy Valley is home to The Football Club, Craigengower Cricket Club and The Hong Kong Jockey Club. The racecourse around is open to the public, with a jogging track and a play area. Be advised that traffic gets very congested, with roads re-routed on racedays (most Wednesdays in the racing season and alternate Saturdays). Happy Valley is also close to some great walks such as the Country Park of Jardine?s Lookout Hill behind, and the well-known Bowen Road walking/jogging trail off Stubbs Road roundabout.



Schools

The French International School and the Hong Kong Japanese School are located behind Happy Valley and there are numerous kindergartens in the area.

Shopping and Facilities

In ?the village? as it is sometimes known, there are a range of shops and supermarkets such as Wellcome & Park'N'Shop International catering to the expats, plus a three storey local market with fresh produce and a couple of renowned ?dai pai dong? local restaurants. Specialty shops such as Pacific Gourmet and Bel Paese balance the options! There are also some very good restaurants and bars. The Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital is also located in Happy Valley.

Transportation

Transportation is plentiful, with the no.1 bus going regularly all the way through Central to Kennedy Town, no.19 from Shau Kei Wan and no.8S from Siu Sai Wan. There are also the cross harbor tunnel buses no.117 and 102R. This area is also served by the tram, which goes to Central and North Point and minibuses are plenty. It is just a 15 minute walk to Causeway Bay MTR, the nearest access being at Times Square.



KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

Near Happy Valley racecourse



Home to six cemeteries



New high-rise tower developments



French and Japanese International schools



Nice restaurants and bars nearby



Property for Rent in Happy Valley

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29 Sing Woo Road
Happy Valley

Ref#: 133124
A great opportunity to rent a newly renovated apartment in the heart of Happy ...
  1 Bedroom
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 26-May-2022
Rental:
HK$19,000
For rent
HK$19,000
SA: 502
SA 502 GA: 850
GA 850
Yuk Sing Building
Happy Valley

Ref#: 132622

  1 Bedroom
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 31-Dec-2022
Rental:
HK$22,000
For rent
HK$22,000
SA: 577
SA 577 GA: 654
GA 654
Full View Court - Happy Valley
Happy Valley

Ref#: 132297

  3 Bedrooms
  2 Bathrooms
Updated on: 12-Apr-2023
Rental:
HK$40,000
For rent
HK$40,000
SA: 1,043
SA 1,043 GA: 1,600
GA 1,600
Pioneer Court
Happy Valley

Ref#: 132066
*Spacious 2 bedroom apartment is located in the heart of Happy Valley. It has ...
  2 Bedrooms
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 31-Dec-2022
Rental:
HK$22,000
For rent
HK$22,000
SA: 459
SA 459 GA: 591
GA 591
The Leighton Hill
Happy Valley

Ref#: 105484
* A good sized 2 bed 2 bath apartment with full Happy Valley view. ...
  2 Bedrooms
  2 Bathrooms
Updated on: 17-Dec-2022
Rental:
HK$55,000
For rent
HK$55,000
SA: 924
SA 924 GA: 1,206
GA 1,206
Village Garden
Happy Valley

Ref#: 131056

  3 Bedrooms
  2 Bathrooms
Updated on: 17-Jan-2023
Sale:
HK$14,800,000
Rental:
HK$28,000
For sale
HK$14,800,000 For rent
HK$28,000
SA: 592
SA 592 GA: 837
GA 837
Nam Wing Building
Happy Valley

Ref#: 130315

  2 Bedrooms
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 07-Oct-2022
Sale:
HK$5,000,000
Rental:
HK$12,000
For sale
HK$5,000,000 For rent
HK$12,000
SA: 372
SA 372 GA: 450
GA 450
The Ellipsis
Happy Valley

Ref#: 128607
A fully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 study and 1 bathroom serviced apartment located in ...
  1 Bedroom
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 31-Dec-2022
Rental:
HK$38,200
For rent
HK$38,200
SA: 544
SA 544 GA: 686
GA 686
The Ellipsis
Happy Valley

Ref#: 128605
Photos are from another similar unit ...
  1 Bedroom
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 30-Aug-2022
Rental:
HK$40,500
For rent
HK$40,500
SA: 541
SA 541 GA: 674
GA 674
The Ellipsis
Happy Valley

Ref#: 128596
A newly renovated and spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom serviced apartment located in the ...
  2 Bedrooms
  1 Bathroom
Updated on: 17-Jan-2023
Rental:
HK$58,500
For rent
HK$58,500
SA: 720
SA 720 GA: 990
GA 990

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