Enjoy beautiful sunrises from the almost private beach in your back yard.
Location: Kailua, East Oahu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA (30 minutes from Airport & Waikiki) View Map
Accommodations: Home - Part of Tri-Plex, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
The Kailua Ocean Front Hideaway is about as close as you can stay to the ocean in Kailua.
We have 2 separate rentals available. A 2 bedroom / 2 bath Ocean Side rental, and a 2 bedroom / 1 bath Mountain Side rental for $100 less per night. VRBO #65436
In our Ocean Side rental, both Bedrooms, the Kitchen, and the Living Room face out to an incredible ocean view of beautiful Kailua Bay.
In our Mountain Side rental the Master Bedroom has a view of beautiful Kailua Bay and the other rooms have a mountain view.
On wavy days you can feel the light ocean spray as soon as you step outside of either rental. Both rentals share the back yard/beach area so everyone can enjoy the same Ocean View from the yard and beach.
The sandy beach area in back has a "private feel" because it is not a swimming beach (waves are too large and it is rocky) so we don't get the constant traffic of people, dogs, and parties at night, etc... It is very rare to see anything other than the beautiful view and it is always very quiet.
You can soak up the sun on your "almost private beach" and relax with a drink while you watch the waves roll in.
Swimming is available at beautiful Kailua Beach & Lanikai Beach which are both within 10 minutes of the Hideaway. Lanikai Beach was the #1 Beach in America according to Dr. Beach in 1996, and Kailua Beach won the same honor in 1998.
Two other very popular beaches 1/2 hour away include Hanauma Bay which won the #1 Beach in America in 2004, and Ko Olina, which is the nicest resort beach on the island.
Be sure to also visit Turtle Cove which is a small sheltered cove 2 blocks away. This area is not really known except to local residents and there is always a bunch of Sea Turtles swimming around in the shallows. You can snorkel here or just wade in to watch the turtles. The water depth is usually from 1 foot to 4 feet.
At night the stress melts away while you listen to the gentle sounds of the waves. A nice breeze is almost always blowing to cool the Hideaway. All bedrooms have window Air Conditioners to make sure you are always cool and comfortable. In the morning wake up to a spectacular sunrise (see photos) as the sun pops up from the oceans horizon.
The Hideaway is at the end of a cul-de-sac, so there are no traffic sounds. Nestled between the Ocean on one side and the cul-de-sac on the other side means the Hideaway is one of the most quiet and peaceful places to stay in Kailua.
The Ocean Side features:
2 upstairs Ocean View bedrooms with Air Conditioning.
One bedroom has a comfortable Queen Bed.
2nd bedroom has two comfortable Twin Beds (can be pushed together to create a King Bed)
A comfortable Queen Futon is downstairs also with an Ocean View.
A Twin fold out mattress to sleep comfortably on the floor for additional guests.
2 full baths (one upstairs, one downstairs)
The Mountain Side features:
2 upstairs bedrooms with Queen Beds and Air Conditioning.
One bedroom has a partial Ocean View.
Living Room/Dining Room Area is also Air Conditioned.
A comfortable Queen Futon in the living room area.
A Twin fold out mattress to sleep comfortably on the floor for additional guests.
1 full bath
Both include:
High Speed Wireless Internet connection including Wide Screen Laptop computer.
Full Size Refrigerator, Full Size Gas Stove, Microwave, Toaster, Full selection of Pots and Dishes, George Forman Grill, Coffee Maker, complimentary selection of Coffee and Tea.
TV with Cable, DVD, VCR in the living room area. Includes several DVD's about Oahu and Hawaii for your enjoyment.
Gas BBQ (shared)
Full size Washer and Dryer located in the Garage (shared).
Plenty of Regular Towels & Beach Towels are provided.
Beach Chairs, Boogie Boards, Beach Umbrellas, Bikes, Beach Mats, Snorkel Equipment, Coolers, Kids Beach Toys, etc...
The Hideaway is part of a Triplex. It has a separate entry area for the vacation rentals and everything is separated. Another section of the Triplex is lived in by the owners, Bryn & Ellen Kaufman. Because you are located with the owners you can be assured you will be staying in a quiet, comfortable environment.
Be sure to visit our personal Website by clicking on the section below called "Links to more information:".
On our personal Website you will find the following:
* A calendar of available dates
* Full screen large photos with voice descriptions
* Links to high resolution videos
* Detailed Google Map with our exact location noted and also many of the attractions on the Island mapped out.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Window AC in each bedroom
- Washer: Shared Full Size Washer
- Dryer: Shared Full Size Gas Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage: BBQ, Beach Chairs, Snorkel Equipment, Bikes, Boogie Boards and more are stored here. Room for surfboards or other equipment too.
- Off Street Parking: 1 parking in front of unit and plenty of on street parking for additional cars
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed: Queen Size Futon
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- High Speed Wireless Internet, Desktop Computer, Widescreen Notebook Computer, Air Conditioning in both Bedrooms, Boogie Boards, Beach Chairs, Snorkel Equipment, Bikes
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$299 per night. During the Christmas and New Years Holiday the rate
is $399 per night, but during slower months and time slots that are still
available we will give you a rate
that meets your budget, so please visit the calendar at our Website to
check availability and then contact us to get your rate.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
As Close to the Ocean as You Can Get in Kailua
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Kailua
We actually rented this home before buying it in 2003. We love the quiet neighborhood, the convenience to stores and other parts of the island, and our location right near the ocean. We especially like that our ocean view is almost always without other people. We recognize that if we were on a swimming beach we would have a constant parade of people and dogs in our back yard.
The Unique Benefits at this Home - Part of Tri-Plex
You are very close to Kailua and Lanikai Beach, two of the nicest beaches on the island. Lanikai beach is considered to be the best beach in Hawaii, out of all the islands. Turtle cove is very special as you can always see Turtles in the shallow waters. We enjoy our time at Kailua Beach, and snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. I also enjoy windsurfing at Kailua Beach.
You can always see Turtles in the shallow and protected waters here just a couple blocks away.
Owner's Map of Kailua
Bryn and Ellen Kaufman are your hosts. We also live in the same property so if any questions arise we can provide immediate answers. I am from New Jersey and Ellen is from the Philippines. Even though we are far from our families we love the lifestyle, people, weather, and activities available here in Hawaii.
Property Photos
- Enjoy beautiful sunrises from the almost private beach in your back yard. - Kailua, Oahu, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - Oceanfront Home on the Beach!
- View larger photos from our Website using the Link to more info section. - Kailua, Oahu, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - Oceanfront Home on the Beach!
- Kitchen with Full Size Stove & Fridge and all the accessories. Queen Futon - Kailua, Oahu, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - Oceanfront Home on the Beach!
- 1st Bedroom View with spectacular Ocean View & comforable queen sized bed.
- Located in a very quiet residential neighborhood at the end of a Cul-de-sac
- So close to the ocean you feel like you are on a boat - without the rocking.
- The sun shimmering on the water.
- Sunset at the Hideaway
- A full moon lights up the evening sky.
- Kailua beach is only minutes away and is one of the nicest beaches on the island
- Relax out back while you are cooled by the light ocean spray.
- The 2nd bedroom has two twin beds and a fantastic ocean view.
- Turtle Cove is 2 blocks away is one of the highlights of many vacations.
- A view of the Kailua Ocean Front Hideaway from the beach.
- Lanikai Beach is just minutes away and just incredibly beautiful.
- Lanikai is rated the #1 Hawaiian Beach by the Travel Channel.
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Positive Rating
Thanks Bryn this was a great place to stay it was clean and perfect for us. We love it here and whish our stay on the island was all in this spot. We are on to Kauai today. Thanks again and we recommend this home to anyone.
Positive Rating
I just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for our stay in Kailua. We absolutely loved your place and the surrounding area. The view from your house was incredible! My only complaint is that I wish we could have stayed longer but we still had to more islands to visit and only 2 weeks to do it.
Positive Rating
Our family enjoyed most of all the quiet ambience of the rental and the magnificent view of the ocean. The unit was clean, and we also enjoyed the small computer room and the computer access. The rental arrangements and the directions were excellent. Our older daughter was on crutches with a recently repaired broken leg, and the downstairs fold-out sofa was perfect. The wonderful ocean breezes and the great view were marvelous. We want to return for a longer time in the future.
Positive Rating
We had a wonderful stay in Kailua - everything was exactly as we had hoped it would be. Hideaway Mountain Side Unit was excellent basic beachside accommodation in a beautiful quiet residential area - it was well equipped with everything we needed, right down to lovell soft beach towels - and we grarefully enjoyed the air-conditioning. The unit is right on the shore, so that we could sit out of an evening and catch our breath. Swimming with the turtles at the local Turtle Cove was really special - particularly after the hurly burly of our one trip to Waikiki - and the availability of boogie boards and extra snorkells was great - allowed us to really make the most of our trips to the wonderful beaches of Oahu. A day-trip to Big Island and its volcano was a day not to be forgotten, as was the trip to The Arizona at Pearl Harbour; and Hanauma Bay was fun, although there are some other equally lovely beaches around the Island and several areas of good snorkelling. Many thanks to Bryn and Ellen for the book of ideas, routes, etc - we still managed to get lost, but had fun doing so - and the people of Oahu are very friendly and helpful. Its a long trip from UK, but worth it!
Positive Rating
The unit was clean, well appointed, and the location is very good, a residential neighbourhood, quiet, little trafic, safe and the best part is the close proximity to the beach. Our baby grandaughter loved playing in the yard and the small tidal pools. We had a great time. Thank you.
Positive Rating
This was a very nice stay, right on the beach, away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. We would recommend staying in a house rental for any future travel...Much better than a Hotel.
Positive Rating
The accommodations were very nice lots of towels and beach equipment available. Every morning we walked to Turtle Cove and watched the turtles swim around. Also, it was nice to sit on the beach drink our coffee and watch the sun rise. We really enjoyed staying on this windward side of the island and all of the peace and quiet. It was definately a wonderful peaceful vacation and Kailua beach is so beautiful.
Positive Rating
The part of my trip I would definitely recommend to others is Turtle Cove. I wish we had gone when we first got to the rental.
Positive Rating
Thank you so much for the use of the Hideaway. It was very well stocked. We made use of the boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, washer & dryer, and grill. Of course we enjoyed the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. Many times we went to Turtle Cove & got to see Turtles. The DVD's and books about Hawaii helped make our decisions on what to do, since we had no prior plan. We are Air Force retired and were totally blessed when we found out the Marine Base was so close. Again our stay here we comfortable and very relaxing. We hope someday to return. Again, thank you very much. PS. Computer use was great also!!
Positive Rating
Very good location. a little smaller than I had anticipated but with the small computer room attached to the living room that more than accomodated for the size. The neighborhood was very nice and quiet with shops/restaurants very close.