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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Makua Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hanalei Bay
  • Ke'e Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)

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About the area

Hanalei

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Makua Beach and Kepuhi Point Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden, barbecues and a lift. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Hanalei holiday home include Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Makua Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Haena Beach Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Canon's Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ke'e Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 25 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Hanalei Bread Company - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach

TVNCU #1146 - A gated entrance leads you through a 6 foot lava rock wall toward the rear, ground level peaceful house. Privately tucked away, on the Mauka (mountain) side of the road, behind a front house (where the housekeepers live), the rental house sits. Capture unobstructed mountain and waterfall views behind the rear yards lush private conservation lands where occasional donkeys, cows, or horses graze while soaking in the outdoor bathdut on the 50' x 10' rear lanai. Step inside the house to enjoy the cedar wood walls and local artwork of the land where hula began. The kitchen is well stocked and beach equipment includes 2 soft top boards, 2 boogie boards, 5 bikes, 4 beach chairs, beach umbrella , 4 mask fins and snorkels, water socks, and hiking poles.The front house is occupied by two local longtime tenants who are the housekeepers as well. Please note that this property is located in a tsunami evacuation zone and there is air conditioning in each bedroom. If you are planning on visiting Ke’e Beach and Kalalau…reservations are now required in advance. Visit gohaena.com

Property manager

Charlie and Lydia

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Start load of wash of bath towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 4580100080000, GE-157-810-5344-01, TA-157-810-5344-01

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach?

Yep, Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach is a short 5-minute walk from Makua Beach.

Does Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach.

Is Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and travel cots, it's no surprise that Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach?

No, Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Traditional Hawaiian House - Walk to Tunnels Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The property and location are perfect. We wanted a quiet, peaceful vacation and that is exactly what we got. The beauty of this property is difficult to put into words. We spent so much time on the lanai just in awe of the beauty. We walked to the beach each day and it was so nice to have chairs, umbrellas, and anything else you can think of! I can only hope we have the opportunity to return one day. I never wanted to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Man M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

The host was especially generous and cooperative with our plans. He went out of his way to work with me and VRBO to get the booking done after technical issues created some barriers. The home is a very nice and quaint set up with everything you need, especially AC. There were plenty of towels!We didn’t walk to the beach nearby because most of our plans were on other parts of the island. The location is fine but for us, it wasn’t ideal since our plans took us back to other parts of the island. So my one recommendation is to be aware of the travel time if you plan on island wide activities. One lovely benefit of the location is how dark it is and the wondrous amount of stars you can see with the naked eye. Amazing! The only disappointment was not seeing any of the animals that are typically on the neighboring property. Overall, wonderful host and home that I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

We’ve stayed here a few times now, and it’s always magical.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Haena location

What a lovely stay! The house is beautiful, comfortable, and deeply peaceful, and we love Haena. We could have stayed forever. So appreciate having such a soulful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

This was our second stay at the home. The environment is serene and peaceful inside and out. The backyard view is the big prize. Trust the photos. If anything they don’t fully capture the magic. The host is amazing. Very responsive and helpful. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds comfortable. Love the house design and soothing color scheme. Enjoyed walking to Tunnels Beach. Also enjoyed the Na Pali Coast hike, the sunset at Ke’e Beach, and exploring Secret Beach. The north side in general is visually stunning. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

The property is even prettier in person than in the photos. Very quiet and very clean as well. The house had everything we needed for our stay. We road the bikes provided to the park and followed the walking map to Tunnels Beach. The outdoor shower and bath were great too. Thank you for the pleasure of staying at your beautiful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

This place was absolute paradise!! It was clean, well stocked, and the back lanai was amazing! We saw the cows and donkeys daily, enjoyed both the sun and rain while relaxing. The deck bathtub is an amazing feature! We will be back for sure! The towns of Wainiha and Hanalei Bay are easy to get to, this location is perfection!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alayna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Views in Special Location

We stayed here to celebrate our anniversary and it was an amazing experience! The house has wonderful charm and is well taken care of. Charles was a great communicator and provides useful info for visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Well-appointed little house, short walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

C R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home

We love the functional kitchen and the a/c’s are really helpful on hot nights
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Shore Sanctuary

This is our third year staying at this property. The traditional, elegant design and well appointed amenities truly make it a home away from home. The location is ideal for all north shore adventures. However, we find the real allure to be the tranquil, quiet and reflective escape this one of a kind space provides. Communication with the owners was very easy. A thorough house “manual” is also provided for analog folks like myself. Thank you for having us, and thank you Kauai- see you next year.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika G., Queen Creek

Liked: Cleanliness

Dreamlike vacation home

This was our second time staying at this house. We are already planning our 3rd trip there. The house is very clean, beds are comfortable, fluffy towels, and a well stocked kitchen. They also have everything you would need for the beach. But the best part is the outside views! We almost never wanted to leave the lanai. The views are dreamlike. From rainbows to waterfalls, and horses walking around the back area it’s spectacular. The outdoor shower and bath are a major perk! We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property

Great mountain views, nice walk to Tunnels or bike to Ke’e. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin d., Owatonna, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Although, not beach front, we loved staying here.

It was comfortable, unique and beautiful scenic view of the mountain with waterfall. Perfect for 2 couples Two private bedrooms with private bathrooms. It was unique taking a warm shower outside or tub bath right on the deck. As an animal lover I enjoyed when the donkeys (I named them Junior and Momma) would stop by the fence for carrot snacks. Various little geckos jumping around the fence and random chickens strolling by. The walk to the beach was easy. The quickest one was turning R and walking down to the other side of the camp. The only bothersome thing was a neighbor that seemed to run his lawnmower 5 min., stop, then do it again. That happened several times, but otherwise a peaceful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tessa i.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Hawaiian home

Such a cute tranquil little spot. It’s what I envisioned when I thought of staying in a traditional Hawaiian home. Green mountains out the back door, farm animals roaming on the other side of the fence, lush gardens all around, cozy lanai. Walking distance to Tunnels was a perk. Loved it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly

From the moment we stepped in the door we felt a zen like peace. Stunning home and view. The photos and descriptions sounded almost too good to be true but if anything the home surpassed expectations. In addition to the overall engaging vibe the home had all the features of a luxury experience. Comfortable beds and furnishings, great bathrooms, well stocked kitchen, ceiling fans so effective we didn’t need the ac, quality bedding, towels, and equipment. We didn’t want to leave. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clair M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best location + amazing home

We absolutely loved this place!!! It was so gorgeous and the outdoor spaces were perfect. Easy walk to the best beaches and quick drive to Hanalei. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Both location and property are exceptional . The perfect holiday .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken Y., Parker, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Tropical paradise

House had all the listed features, was clean, felt very welcoming. View is even better in person. Extra fans were appreciated, loved having the bikes, tons of beach toys/equipment, outdoor shower AND tub. Would certainly book again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

We visit Kauai about every 4 months, but this was our first time staying at Charles and Lydia’s home. It was by far our favorite stay. Charles and Lydia were so very helpful and welcoming. The backyard is our new favorite spot on the island, we loved all of the horse, donkey, and cow visitors. The home makes you feel like you have the island all to yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property for your North Shore Kauai vacation

When you book a place to stay, you hope the reviews and the description give you a good idea of what to expect. I've booked places in the past that say they have something but when you arrive it is broken or they say they are "walking distance" to an attraction, but walking distance is over a mile. HOWEVER - - In this case, you get what they say - - the home is absolutely beautiful, perfectly clean, and very thoughtfully stocked. It is .25 mile walking distance to tunnels and they have all the beach gear (boogie boards, snorkel gear, surf boards) in very good condition with a beach wagon to walk to beach. The wagon was so nice to have! The kitchen was the most well stocked kitchen I've seen in any rental I've had. I really was impressed with how clean the home was - - spotless. The backyard backs up against a conservation land and we had cows, horses, etc come to visit daily. The outdoor tub - - I loved it! The hiking poles saved me on the kalalau trail. Thank you Charlie and Lydia for a perfect stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing North Shore Getaway

Beautiful home, dreamy location. I could have been happy spending all my time at the house. Furnished with warmth and love and decorated to honor Kauai and Hawaiian culture. The live edge wooden table, pebble shower floors, quality cotton linens, hammered copper sinks, iron palm tree screen door. Gorgeous! Comfortable beds, plenty of fans and ac, and blackout curtains made for a good night’s sleep. The kitchen was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed many family meals here. Wonderful location. The lanai is a destination all its own, with a yard of exotic plants and a view of majestic green mountains. Outdoor furnishings to relax and unwind, and plenty of quiet and privacy. Great location for nature and adventure as well. We were able to walk to tunnels beach and ha’ena beach park. The house comes with loads of beach gear and a beach wagon. We rode the complimentary bikes into the state park one day to snorkel, and shuttled in to hike another day. Things felt simpler here and we loved it. Thank you for a memorable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly Haena

Our stay at the traditional Hawaiian cottage in Haena was ultimately the highlight of our vacation. I will admit I was nervous ahead of our stay that the pictures were phony or exaggerated but upon our arrival we were greeted with lush tropical foliage lining the drive and a backyard view that left us speechless. We only saw the other tenant (of the front property) once in passing. A very quiet and private location. The inside space is perfect for a family. We were able to spread out when needed. Kitchen, dishes, bedrooms, baths and linens were all clean and orderly. Stocked with 4 rolls of TP for a family of 4 so we did need to replenish but had trouble locating a package of TP at the local market (just a heads up). We spent more time at the home than anticipated. Tunnels Beach is only a 5-minute stroll down the road and the house is equipped with all the gear you need. The location of this home is so perfect, we wanted to keep it a secret. Easy to get to Haena SP (need reservations), and a 15-minute breathtaking drive to/from Hanalei for restaurants, shopping, snorkeling/Na Pali tour. The window AC units have some gaps, allowing gnats and flying ants in when the lights were on at night. Not a big deal-you are in the tropics! Thankfully, plenty of geckos on the property did a fantastic job keeping the bugs at bay! The morning of our departure we were blessed with a rainbow and ALL of the backyard animals that roam freely. It was a grand send off.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island Magic

This place is quite possibly perfect. The lanai with the daily visit from the farm animals, the nightly bath in the outdoor tub, the outdoor shower after waking to the best beach on the island, and the full kitchen to cook in, not to mention everything you need for the beach and a big hike. All I can say is thank you. Our second stay, we will be back. Hosts are incredible all around.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

So serene

This house has the feel and look of a Hawaiian plantation house. It neighbors a pasture area where cows and horses visit along with birds of all kinds. It was lovely just to sit on the lanai and gaze out at the open area with the mountains as part of the “back yard” that had a constant waterfall to appreciate. Bed was comfortable, showers hot and powerful, everything was operable. If your looking for a place with peace and comfort, this is your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023