Reviews for Anini Beach Vacation Rental - VRBO 211544ha - 2 BR North Shore House in HI, Anini Beach House: Luxury, Private, Oceanfront with Sandy Beach

Perfect

Guest Will B.
Date of stay 04/20/13
Review Submitted 05/09/13

I will keep this short, as I will only end up repeating the other glowing reviews. We spent a week here in April and we couldn't have asked for more. The house was clean, comfortable and had all appliances and utensils you could ask for. Location is great, as long as the sun is shining you wouldn't need to go anywhere else.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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One of the best on Anini Beach!

Guest SOLDonKauai
Date of stay 01/09/13
Review Submitted 01/19/13

I'll keep this short as my reviews go with the other super positive reviews here. First impressions when you walk int he house is wow. You will not be disappointed. Full wrap around lanai with full ocean views. This house is elevated, so it looks over the passing by cars taking a look at Anini Beach (and lots of people slowly drive by checking it out. And they do generally drive slow which is good because this is located where the roads pavement ends and thus pot hols slow everyone down... this is a good thing). Some of the houses on Anini are not elevated, and in many places public parking sits right in front of their houses, thus they then have a blocked view. Not at this house... no worries there However, with the elevation comes the view through the street's power lines as you look out to the ocean, but no biggie. Below the house is a closet filled with everything you will need for the beach (everything), a nice propane BBQ grill (with an extra propane bottle), a cooler, a walking umbrella (needing in the mornings this time of year) and a privacy area to change clothes if need be. I liked that there was lots of places to rinse our feet off. Anini can be a bit humid (very light) in the evening this time of year as it is the rainy season. This can make the couches, your bedding and your pillows a bit damp feeling. Just something to be aware of, but was totally livable. This time of year, the sun will not hit the beach until about 10am. At first I was saddened by this, but then I came to like it as it gave me and my family time to slow down, wake up, make some breakfast, possibly go for a walk before starting our day at the beach. Snorkeling in Anini has never been amazing (only done it on 2 different trips, 2 different times of year), but spotting a sea turtle about 150-200 yards out (on a stand up paddle board or snorkling) is easy to do. Lovely place if you want to be away from the hustle and bustle of tourist shops, etc... Very relaxing!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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PERFECT HOUSE...PERFECT LOCATION

Guest Chris H.
Date of stay 10/17/12
Review Submitted 11/02/12

I drove myself crazy trying to decide whether to stay on the north or south shore of the island and which house to stay in. It doesn't happen to me often but I hit a home run with every decision on this trip. My family traveled the entire island and I have no doubt that we picked the best spot to stay. The beach out front is totally private and with a short walk down the road you can be around people at Anini Beach Park if that's your thing. We drove to Poipu Beach a couple times and that was cool but honestly my kids loved it at Hanalei just a few miles north. In my opinion, after driving the whole island, this house is located in the ideal spot. Don't bother searching the internet when you get there for things to do (surf lessons, restaurants, best beaches, etc.). Just go to the shop in Princeville called "Live A Little" and buy a shirt or something from Bobby (the owner) and pick his brain. Great guy and gave us all kinds of ideas. he even got on the phone and hooked us up with surf lessons in Hanalei. Anyway, we stayed at Lee's house with two boys (12 and 16) and never heard "I'm bored" once. Thanks Lee, we'll be back!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Everything You could ask for.....And more!

Guest Butch and "The Crew"
Date of stay 07/14/12
Review Submitted 08/02/12

My wife & I along with another couple stayed at the Anini Beach house for two weeks and enjoyed every single minute we were there. The house is incredible, well built & meticulously maintained. The landscaped yard is just fantastic and the beach in front of the house is always available for sunning - absolutely no crowds. If privacy is high on your priority list, this is the place! The furnishings are comfortable and cozy, the kitchen and bar area were spacious and well stocked with everything you would need to eat, drink and have fun! I found myself on the lanai most mornings with a cup of coffee watching the sun come up just marveling at the peace and quiet. Lee, the owner, was most accomodating. He returned all of my calls, answered all of my emails and provided me with good information about the island to make our stay most enjoyable. He really put us at ease with the entire rental experience. We all loved the house, the area and our entire vacation on Kauai!!!!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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So much more than we could have imagined

Guest CaveCreeker
Date of stay 05/20/12
Review Submitted 08/05/12

This was our first time using vrbo and to say we were pleased with the Anini Beach House - would be a gross misundertatement. We were blown away with everything. The location, the setting, the accomodations A++++. I hesitate going on as I'll be creating competition for our next visit and for sure that will happen. The beach house if perfect for either two couples or a small family with children. The water and beach were just perfect for my 4 year old grandson. The water was incredibly calm and serene, the beach great for tidepooling and exploring. The house is totally equipped. From boogie boards to an extra propane tank for the newly near Weber grill. We didn't cook as much as we thought we would but everything is there if you decide to do that. Having breakfast and coffee on the front porch overlooking the incredible scene - my mind wandered off to the Anini Beach House for weeks and weeks. The grounds are impecable - a waterfall outside the rear master bedroom window that flows down alongside the house under a wooden bridge that leads to the properties beautifully landscaped gardens. The only thing between your front steps and the beach is a small, very rarely traveled "dirt" road - the beach in front of the house is almost private. I do recommend bringing earplugs though as the crowing of roosters at dawn and the ribbeting of frogs at nightfall does take some getting used to. To some it up - Lee's property on Anini Beach is Incredible - you will not find better. And...I can't wait to go back.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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AAAAAHHH ANINI BEACH HOUSE

Guest MARY h.
Date of stay 09/21/11
Review Submitted 10/25/11

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL HOME AND SETTING...THE WRAPAROUND LANAI WITH OCEAN VIEWS WAS SPECTACULAR BUT WE ESPECIALLY LOVED HOW THE HOUSE IS SET WITH THE BEDROOM VIEWS OF THE NATURAL FOLIAGE..WE LOVE THE NORTH SHORE OF KAUAI WITH THE LAIDBACK FEEL...EVERY MORNING WE WOULD HEAD OVER TO HANALEI TO THE DOLPHIN FISH MARKET TO PICK AMONG THE FRESH CATCHES OF THE DAY..OPA..AHI..MONCHONG..MAHI MAHI AND LOOK FORWARD TO OUR FISH DINNER ON THE LANAI...THE KITCHEN HAS EVERYTHING WE NEEDED AND THE WEBER BBQ WAS PUT TO GOOD USE...THE BEACH IS VERY SECLUDED AND A GREAT PLACE TO TRY PADDLEBOARDING (RENTALS FROM HANALEI)..THE OWNER HAS REALLY THOUGHT OF EVERYTHING FROM THE OUTDOOR SHOWER TO BOOGIE BOARDS..SNORKLE EQUIPMENT..EVEN A SMALL TV IN THE KITCHEN WHEN WE WOULD GET THE MORNING NEWS WHILE WE MADE OUR COFFEE...WE WOULD RECOMMEND THIS LOVELY HOME TO OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND HOPE TO BE BACK AGAIN SOON

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Ned and Diane San Diego stayed from 9-9-2011 to 9-19-2011

Guest Diane
Date of stay 09/09/11
Review Submitted 10/18/11

Our home away from home. What a beautiful home with all the amenities you would ever need. The views of the sunrise and sunset were spectacular. To be steps away from the beach with such calm waves. The reef made is perfect for snorkeling. We would never stay anywhere else. We would have our morning coffee on the lanai every morning listening to the birds. Very private and secluded. Only 10 minutes away from stores and restaurants. Anini Beach has always been a favorite. Thank you for making our stay so comfortable and memorable. We will be back soon. Mahalo for sharing your beautiful home. We will carry the aloha spirit with us forever.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Hidden Gem

Guest Natalie
Date of stay 08/28/11
Review Submitted 09/19/11

I almost didn't want to post a review because I don't want the secret of how amazing this place is to get out. My husband and I wanted to take a special trip for our first anniversary, so, after a bit of research, I found the Anini Beach House. Although the pictures online are beautiful, they don't remotely do this house justice. From the perfect location, right on the calm sandy (and usually empty) beach, to all of the great amenities, this house has it all. I don't think I can count how many hours we spent on the Lanai reading, having coffee/drinks/dinner, and just doing a whole lot of nothing. The beach is perfectly clam, the snorkeling is great (all the gear is at the house), and the outdoor shower (which I'm surprised nobody else has mentioned) was a perfect place to rinse off after swimming or laying on the beach. The house is very well situated, very private, but also only about a 10 minute drive from Kilauea (you have to check out the Fish Market there) and Princeville, and about 15 minutes from Hanalei (great shops and restaurants). Although we had a few meals out, we usually stopped into the Hanalei Dolphin Fish market to see what they caught that day and would bring it home and cook ourselves a wonderful dinner. If you are looking for privacy and seclusion, yet a place close enough to fun little beach towns, this house is definitely for you. Just don't tell anybody else.....

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Kauai Vacation

Guest Bob & Cindy and the Girls
Date of stay 07/13/11
Review Submitted 07/26/11

To say this home is a perfect place to stay while visiting Kauai would be an understatement. The home is beautiful in many ways. It is in perfect condition, it is meticulously maintained, the furniture comfy and in wonderful condition. For a too short of week, we felt beautifully at home in Kauai. The kitchen was well equipped and inviting so we had 5 nights of family dinners at the house with fish from the Hanalei Dolphin Fish Market in Hanalei. We aren't cheap, we just fell in love with the wonderful open kitchen area and environment at the home. Take home the unbelievable sushi rolls for $9 to start off your home cooked meal or just a snack. There are some wonderful cookbooks: Sam Choy's "Island Flavors", also the "Terrific Pacific" and the "New Wave Luau". If you can't make a great family meal with wonderful Polynesian flavors here at this house, keep watching the Food Network. The cookbooks are now on order at the local bookstore to enjoy at home. The beach, a short toss of a rock to the water away, was enjoyable, uncrowded, and the snorkeling was enjoyable out on the reef exploring the many holes and passages through the reef. We rented a couple stand up Paddle Surf Boards for several days and these were great to take out in the bay to explore the reef. The calm morning water was clear and wind light. The house has reef boots, masks, and snorkels for everyone. At the end of a busy day of hiking, kayaking, exploring, or dinner out, this Anini Beach home was wonderful to return to. I think I love the North Shore of Kauai for the rural, laid back attitude, and Aloha spirit. This home certainly meshes with anyone's search for this type of vacation. We enjoyed all of our time at this home and despite all the wonderful things to see and do on this wonderful north shore, we even spent and entire day just at this home enjoying the sun, water, the beach, and the beautiful views from the decks of the house. Princeville is 10 minutes away, with shops, cafes, and Foodland for grocerys. Hanalei is about 20 minutes away with great restaurants, shops, and activities. Our favorite eatery was the sushi bar at the Hanalei Dolphin restaurant. Ok, I'll admit it: We loved staying at this home. I feel anyone looking for a great vacation residence will agree with me and our family. Aloha

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Stunning!

Guest M&D
Date of stay 07/05/11
Review Submitted 07/20/11

WOW…What an absolutely stunning home in the perfect location! We truly enjoyed our stay, which was spent mainly on the spacious Lanai watching the sunset. The home is incredible and has everything we could think of and need with a fully stocked kitchen and laundry room to books, games, internet, tv and water-fun gear. The floor to ceiling windows and sliding doors brought the sights and sounds of Anini Beach right to us. Its location made it very simple for us to travel and see the sights of Kauai but our favourites will remain the ones right outside the front door on Anini. We will definitely be coming back!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Spectacular!

Guest Paul
Date of stay 06/19/11
Review Submitted 06/27/11

This is an incredible place to spend a vacation. Firstly, it's a great location. The beach is 5 yards from the front of the house, with a huge calm pond due to the reef. Snorkeling is OK, great place to Kayak, very quiet even on the busiest days (the throngs stays at the beach park) and incredibly safe for kids. The house itself however is the thing to write about. It is fully equipped in every way with a huge attention to detail. Every kitchen implement you ever need, really tasteful decor, beach toys and furniture. I could go on. All you need to bring is what you eat, and there is no better dinner location than the deck with some food grilled on the nearly new Weber. You don't do much but sleep in the house as the deck is the place to be from the millpond in the morning to the sunset each evening. It was incredibly clean when we arrived and you can tell regular maintenance is performed to keep it looking it's best. The sound of the lapping water combined with the birds in the foliage behind the house will stick with you. 5 minutes from the grocery store, Hanaliei and the highway if you do need to get around. I've been to many vacation rentals over the years and this is the best by a large margin. We'll be back

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Even better than the photos!

Guest Dave
Date of stay 03/21/11
Review Submitted 03/31/11

Our tenth visit to the islands, and clearly our very best. We arrived at the Anini Beach House at 9:30pm and it was very dark. It was not until the next morning that we could first appreciate the spectacular setting and view. We woke up in paradise. The home is located on Anini Beach Road which dead ends about 5 houses beyond the Beach House, so it couldn't be more private. Located on a small bay, it is protected from the wind. The water is no more than waist deep for the first 30 or 40 yards out from the beach. Perfect for our grandkids. The house comes with air mattresses, boogie boards, noodles, flippers, etc. Everything you would need to immediately begin enjoying the water. The house is immaculate and very tastefully appointed. The kitchen had every appliance and gadget we needed. Same for dishes and stemware. Pillows were both feather and foam. Beds were very comfortable. Even the small touches, like providing a Scrabble board, are taken care of. The entire front of the house is sliding glass doors or windows. The beautiful ocean is always in view. There are two sets of outdoor tables and chairs, and we ate most of our meals out on the large deck, which wraps the front side of the house. The rear of the house backs up to lush, natural vegetation. Even a Bird of Paradise was growing wild, and in bloom. You have no neighbors to the rear. The current owner designed and built the home, and his personal pride is very evident. We spoke to him twice while we were there to learn more about the history of the home, and for some recommendations for dining in the area. Lee welcomed our calls. You are about 5 minutes from the Westin and an adjacent shopping center with a real sized grocery store, Food Land, which carried everything a Safeway would have. The only Starbucks on the north side of the island is in the Westin. We have AT&T cell phones, and the coverage was iffy in the house, but 2 bars on the deck. Conversely there is a WiFi router in the Beach House with terrific bandwidth. While we did spend one day going back south and seeing the spectacular Waimea Canyon, we found we most enjoyed our time on the north side in Hanalei, and taking the highway north until it stopped. The foliage just got more lush and dense the farther north you go. The Anini Beach House is just one of those "great finds". The actual house is even better than the photos. It exceeded our expectations in every way and we definitely plan to return

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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Paradise Found

Guest Awesome 3
Date of stay 08/25/10
Review Submitted 01/26/11

Our family of three spent three wonderful days at this incredible house. We could not ask for more (except time!) With our own beach to frolic on all day (beautiful sunrises and sunsets included), and all the beach chairs and toys you would need, it was difficult to leave each day to explore the rest of the island. If we were not at the beach, we were lounging on the lanai overlooking the beach. It was lovely. The decor was pleasing and comfortable with nothing lacking. It felt like home. We love to cook and had everything we needed to cook a delicious Walu on the grill. Towels and sheets were top notch and the soaking tub was the perfect ending to each day. Thanks so much for a wonderful time. Next time, we won't procrastinate and miss out on a longer stay.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Perfect in Every way

Guest Patricia
Date of stay 06/15/10
Review Submitted 07/07/10

My husband and I stayed at the beautiful Anini Beach House. It has everything you need, right down to the plastic water bottle for your walk on the beach. This is the only place to stay in Kauai as far as we are concerned. The beach house is gorgeous, beautifully furnished, unbelievable sunsets, quiet, great swimming and snorkeling. You really can't ask for more.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 12/19/09
Review Submitted 12/19/09

Our family of four spent ten days in this extremely well-stocked and upscale home. We will definitely be back! If you are a stickler for creature comforts and cleanliness, you will be content at the Anini Beach House. Everything you need is provided from little things like t.p., paper towels, coffee, soaps, and shampoo, to big things like water socks in all sizes for the whole family, boogie boards, sand chairs, ice-chests, umbrellas, sand toys, rafts, and beach towels. The kitchen is also outfitted with everything the cook of the family needs to create the perfect meal to enjoy out on the deck overlooking the ocean. The beach out front is pretty close to being private with a gorgeous view and fabulous calm water for swimming and snorkeling. We loved having our kids and their bathroom at one side of the house, and our room and bathroom at the other. We could put the kids to bed in a quiet area and stay up without waking them. There are lots of other surprises to discover at this wonderful home. (Try the extra key in the downstairs door!!)We have already recommended this slice of vacation heaven to our friends.

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Traveler Reviews (15)

Perfect

Perfect

One of the best on Anini Beach!

One of the best on Anini Beach!

PERFECT HOUSE...PERFECT LOCATION

PERFECT HOUSE...PERFECT LOCATION

Everything You could ask for.....And more!

Everything You could ask for.....And more!

So much more than we could have imagined

So much more than we could have imagined

AAAAAHHH ANINI BEACH HOUSE

AAAAAHHH ANINI BEACH HOUSE

Ned and Diane San Diego stayed from 9-9-2011 to 9-19-2011

Ned and Diane San Diego stayed from 9-9-2011 to 9-19-2011

Hidden Gem

Hidden Gem

Kauai Vacation

Kauai Vacation

Stunning!

Stunning!

Spectacular!

Spectacular!

Even better than the photos!

Even better than the photos!

Paradise Found

Paradise Found

Perfect in Every way

Perfect in Every way