Place, Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House
5 min walk
Hanalei Beach Park
Place, Hanalei Beach Park
15 min walk
Lihue, HI (LIH)
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
54 min drive
Room options
About the area
Hanalei
This holiday home places you in the centre of Hanalei, within a short 5-minute stroll of Hanalei Beach and Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features a lanai, a living room and a private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Hanalei holiday home include Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park.
Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Hanalei Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Hanalei River - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Hanalei Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Lihue, HI (LIH) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Hanalei Poke - 19 min walk
Wishing Well Shave Ice - 2 min drive
Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - 2 min drive
Tahiti Nui - 19 min walk
Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - 18 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.
Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms
If you want a taste of old Hanalei when days were slower and a good catch fishing and the best vegetables were the talk of the town, this home will fill the order. This property has been lovingly maintained since it was built. It is our family's privilege to share Aunty Lydia's homestead with folks from around the world. Aunty Lydia's Ohana is a 3-bedroom 1.5 bath with carport. Inside you will find photos of this Hanalei family over the years. This home is only 6 houses from the beach (a very short stroll) and well located to reach all the North Shore's best beaches easily. This house is right off Kuhio Highway so you can see the surfers and North Shore life coming and going. It is about 3 blocks into "downtown" Hanalei. There is a great carport with a charcoal BBQ, eating al fresco & enjoying the mountains and waterfall views.
Aunty Lydia's Ohana is a relaxed Hawaiian style home a minute's walk from the center of Hanalei Bay & is probably one of the best values in Hanalei Beach Houses. Surrounded by tropical plants, with a grassy yard surrounding the house on 3 sides.
There is a very functional kitchen enhanced with lovingly stenciled foliage for preparing some of our farmer's market produce and fresh fish from the sea. This room has a pass through to the living room.
The wash house with a washer & dryer is just outside as well as an outside toilet room and a hot & cold shower in the yard.
The house sleeps 6. There is a king bed in the largest bedroom at the back of the house. A queen in the front bedroom and two twins in third bedroom. All bedrooms have their own air conditioners.
Hanalei is famous for its ever-changing mountains; sometimes veiled in thin mist, sometimes obscured in thick clouds, sometimes full of waterfalls, sometimes so sun drenched so that every detail stands out.
Aunty Lydia's is a great place to enjoy the mountains both from the living room windows and from the carport/lanai. Since there is plenty of room to park in front of the house in the yard, many choose this area as the eating & hang out spot. There is an outside table and chairs for al fresco meals.
Not long after our family set this house up as a vacation rental, some of Aunty Lydia's family from the mainland came to Hanalei & were tickled to be able to stay in their Aunty Lydia's house.
While being on Kuhio Highway, (highway in Hanalei meaning 1 lane in each direction with a 25-mile speed limit) the home has a beautiful hedge of tropical foliage separating you from the road. A parking area & the beginning of the yard are in front of the house.
Wai'oli Beach Park is a thin strip of park which is located between the bay front homes and the sand. There are BBQs, tables, shade trees, a bathroom and usually volleyball. This is where you encounter the bay, a minute or so from Aunty Lydia's. When you come home from the beach, there is a hot & cold outside shower to enjoy a freshwater rinse or shower under the stars.
Please be aware that when you book this house or any accommodations by the ocean in Hawaii, not on a bluff, you are booking in a tsunami evacuation zone. Evacuation instructions will be in the house and notice of the tsunami evacuation zone will be part of your contract. Also please know that we cannot accommodate charging of electric vehicles at this property.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,008 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number 550040390000, GE-076-395-9296-01, TA-076-395-9296-01
Property is also known as
3080-256232
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
Yep, Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms is a short 3-minute walk from Hanalei Beach.
Does Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
No, Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
No, pets are not allowed.
Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Timothy B.
21 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Timothy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
6/10 Okay
Benna G.
14 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and the kitchen was well-equipped. Location and proximity to town and beach is nice. Unfortunately the WiFi barely worked and there were a lot of rules about where you are allowed to plug in your devices that didn’t really make sense and were rather inconvenient. The host was nice and responsive when we called about an issue with the lights in one of the bathrooms. The stay was a mixed experience overall. The house would be fine if you’re really just using it as a home base and not planning to hang out there a lot.
Benna G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Theresa S.
6 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable Very close to beautiful beach Laundry facilities were appreciated
Theresa S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Erica G.
7 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Location was perfect for us and our 12 year olds to walk to town and to the beach multiple times a day - the backyard and grill were a great hangout to cook fish we bought from the awesome local fish market. We paddle boarded the river to the ocean and hiked the Napali and drove to other locations on the island for other day trips and adventures! We really enjoyed our stay!!
Erica G.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Ted S.
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a well stocked house and everything worked well (except for the TV which was fixed after we reported it)- there was also a lot of noisy sidewalk construction going on outside the house and noise from the street, but the location was good with a short walk to the beach park
Ted S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phil V.
24 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family.
Phil V.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
josh p.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Ideal for families. Plain but comfortable, really touching story about the history of the home and the family who lived there. Very authentic Hawai’i experience, as someone who lives here in the islands.
josh p.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marco L.
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy. Everything was well labeled and easy to use. Would stay here again!
Marco L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg P.
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It's 2 blocks from the beach, can't beat it. Having beach chairs etc was so nice. Old skool Hawaii!
Greg P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
John P.
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
4th year in a row we've vacationed on the north side of Kauai. Love Hanalei for its sleepy beach town vibe. Booked Aunty Lydia's for 11 nights a year in advance.1st two nights were horrific. There was street repaving directly in front of the house. 1st night from 12am - 2am. 2nd night from 9pm- 2am. I was livid. Property manager offered earplugs and nothing else. No partial refund or relocation offered. House was shaking and windows rattling from the steamroller for hours. I take vacation to get away from my stressful job so I decided I needed to get in a better headspace and not arguing with the property manager over this was a conscious decision on my part.Luckily, the next 9 nights were great. No more construction directly in front of the house, although you should be warned the southbound lane of Kuhio directly in front of the house hasn't been repaved and the construction was stopped at the end of the property line. There will be more construction.Pros: Morning views of the mountains, short walk to the beach, AC in bedrooms, very close to Hanalei shops and restaurants, friendly local cat, outdoor showers.Cons: street noise, AC is only in bedrooms.I would book this property again, but probably not any time within the next 2 years. It would've been a 5 star rating had there been no street construction. 4 stars if property manager had offered more than earplugs.Note to property manager: Call Terminex - there are termite droppings in multiple areas of the house.Mahalo
John P.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debra F.
10 Aug 2025
Debra F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Michelle M.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great old school Hawaii
The property is like a time capsule, in a good way. It feels like a Hawaiian home rather than a modern rental. We loved that part of it. The negatives were the heat and surprise to us road construction out front. The management company addressed the construction well once we brought it up with them. Unfortunately it meant we couldn’t open the windows up at night to cool it off and had to run ACs in bedrooms (and the ACs were really noisy and made the walls vibrate/drone). The place gets really hot during the day so would not recommend during for anyone who struggles with heat exposure. Overall, a nice space, great yard, views of Bali Hai are awesome from living room, and location for walk to Hanalei beach is great. Rating for our specific stay and timing relative to construction drove the overall rating lower, I’d typically expect more like a 4 in July heat, possibly higher not during summer.
Michelle M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda M.
3 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amanda M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joann C.
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Stay in Hanalei
Aunty Lydia’s Local was absolutely perfect for our family group - my husband and I and our two adult children and partner. We loved the space, location, and authentic old-school Hawaiian cottage feel. If you want to live like a local in Hanalei, this property is a great choice. We would book again without hesitation.
Joann C.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica V.
3 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and layout for family
The location and layout were great for my family to relax in a comfortable house. The kitchen and living room were large enough to lounge in between going to the beach (5 min walk) and downtown Hanalei (12 min walk). The outdoor space was well utilized with 2 outdoor showers (very useful!) and lots of room for gear under the covered parking. Would definitely stay again!
Jessica V.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel V.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our little family
Cute, clean house with rich history. Super nice that it has beach chairs, body boards you can borrow.
Rachel V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
John Paul A.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
John Paul A.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Anne T.
7 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and great location
Fun spot, nice location, comfortable beds!
Anne T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
joseph f.
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
hanalei stay
convenient, close to the beach
joseph f.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
This property was as listed, had what we needed including beach chairs, umbrella, and coolers. It was in a great location close to the beach and a 10 minute walk to town. The bedroom AC units were wonderful. It was fairly hot in the main part of the house in the afternoon, but we were out and about most days anyways!
It definitely has a “family vacation home” vibe, as listed- it was well loved and had the wear and tear that comes along with years of use. And ants (only in the kitchen)- they were there when we showed up, and they hung with us until we left. For us these weren’t not a negative thing (especially considering the price point for three bedrooms, and ability to stay in hanalei bay so close to the beach) but if you are wanting more of an “upscale” experience, you may want to head up the road to Princeville….. which would be fine by us since we hope to return again someday (less competition😉).
Sarah D.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Lori C.
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
The location of the home was wonderful, very easy access to both beach and shops. Car port area was a fun place to hang out when it rained as it was nice & cool. Drawback, the house overall was extremely hot, even with all of the fans provided, keeping curtains closed during the day etc. Had to sit in bedrooms with ac on to get relief.
Lori C.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H., -
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful special place!!
We absolutely loved staying at Auntie Lydia's Ohana. The home itself is simple and laid out really well - it felt so comfortable and easy to be in for our family of 4. The location itself is a five (or less?) minute walk from a stunning beach - one of us loved running on beach in morning, then taking an outdoor shower when he returned! We also rented bikes so we could easily cruise to town. It was all exceptional, we had an amazing time and hope to return again some day. Thank you!
Sarah H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annalisa T.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Best on the Island
We love aunty Lydia’s Ohana. This was our second stay and we just love the location and charm of this perfect spot. Kauai will always be our most favorite.
Annalisa T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ken S.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We were all really happy here
This home had everything we needed. It felt like we were staying in a real family home. The very short walk to the beach is a huge, huge plus. The setting and scenery are lovely. We really appreciated that the house came with beach chairs, a small beach umbrella, a few beach towels, a small, soft cooler bag, and a very large cooler. The outdoor showers are truly wonderful. The back yard is nice, and the car port with table and chairs is a great staging area, and would be a good place to sit to wait out any rain. We could feel the family history in this house. It was a good vibe. The house is on the darker side inside, but this writer at least found it cozy, and we weren’t inside during the days. And no doubt it’s a bit cooler for not being all windows. The beds were comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again. (And as of this writing, there is a friendly black cat who comes around. I expect he’s food motivated. He’s good at what he does.)