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.
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
Property Registration Number 550040390000, GE-076-395-9296-01, TA-076-395-9296-01
About the area
Hanalei
Located in Hanalei, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Hanalei Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Hanalei River - 2 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
Hanalei Bread Company - 20 min walk
Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
As of 7 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms on 29 Apr, 2026 start from S$428, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms located?
Located in the heart of Hanalei, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hanalei Beach and Hanalei Bay. Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House and Hanalei Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2026
Wow!! It sounds like you really took advantage of a lot of our local favorites – – paddle boarding the Hanalei River and hiking Napali Coast.
Please stay with us again soon at any of our 10 Kauai vacation rentals. Love the pictures!
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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2026
Aloha,
Thanks for your feedback, the Host has upgraded the internet service to increase speed.
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
Clean and cozy. Everything was well labeled and easy to use. Would stay here again!
Marco L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2025
Grateful for your 5-Star review; we hope your family will visit one of our 10 Kaua'i rentals again soon- keep in mind you can have up to 6 people where you stayed at Aunty Lydia's 'Ohana this time.
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.
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.
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!
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.
My family absolutely loved our stay at Aunt Lydia’s! The location is in the heart of Hanalei and surrounded by Kauais beauty. The house was extremely clean and well maintained. We will recommend to all our friends and family visiting the increíble island. Thank you!
GREAT location. Hanalei Bay is awesome. Great body boarding for us in December. The little town of Hanalei is perfect. Not too touristy. Teenage kids liked having their own rooms. Loved everything about this house and location.
A wonderful Hawaiian experience. Fabulous location, incredible view from the front window and a true Ohana home. Nicely supplied kitchen and the luxury of outdoor showers (sublime!). A magical time.
This house was perfect for our family. So close to the beach, had EVERYTHING that you need and in walking distance to downtown Hanalei. Stunning views from the living room large window. We will definitely be back.
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.
We loved our stay at Aunt Lydia’s Ohana! It was great to be able to walk to the beach and be so close to Hanalei town and the shopping center. Even driving to Tunnels or Anini were short drives from the house. With two teens the outdoor showers were a great amenity. The view from the carport was wonderful. This was a great home to unwind in, and enjoy meals we picked up in town. Owners were responsive and helpful.
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
About the host
Hosted by Suzanne Kobayashi
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests