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Local style 3B/1.5BA on Hanalei Bay 6 houses from Northshore Oceanfrnt
Hanalei, HI

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10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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Perfect
Great stay at Aunties, will be back. Great location and cozy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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family get together
Perfect place for my Mom (91). Sis and myself . We were able to walk to the beach and to town and were just blocks from my daughters and their families. It was clean and beds were comfortable. I would suggest some minor upgrades ( bathroom needs some updating ). A place to sit in the yard would also be a nice addition. Overall, a good stay and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N., Mountlake Terrace, Washington, USA

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Perfect Hanalei getaway
Aunty Lydia’s was the perfect combination of location and affordability. We had room for my husband and two kids and mother in law from out of state. The property is a 2 minute walk to Hanalei beach and a bit further for downtown Hanalei. The views of the mountains and waterfalls from the living room were sublime. We couldn’t ask for anything more. The outdoor showers were very handy for post beach clean up and although it took us a couple days to find, the second toilet adjacent to the carport came in handy more than once! We will definitely be coming back!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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Great spot in Hanalei
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanoane R.

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Wonderful Place to stay in Moderate Weather
Pros: 3 blocks from the Ocean/ beach 0.5 miles from downtown Hanalei Great view of Mountains from Living Room Great selection of cookware and dishes 2 Outdoor showers and one outdoor toilet Laundry- Washer and dryer Homey comfortable feel to the place Beach chairs/cooler/ and umbrella provide by the property. Cons: Full bed in NOT a queen and is very uncomfortable. It is a valley bed, the person who is the heaviest ends up in the bottom and other other person sleeps on a slant. Black mold at the head of the king-sized bed. The front door sticks and is an accident waiting to happen. Every one got stuck outside/inside a few times and could not open the door. When it would suddenly open people would barely catch themselves from falling down the stairs. Do not recommend staying when it it above 80 degrees. The heat inside becomes oppressive. The main living areas have plenty of fans but it isn't enough to counter the heat. The AC in the bedrooms barely keeps up with the heat.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2024
Chanoane, Thanks for your feedback Chanoane. It really helps us keep on top of potential issues. We are investigating the issues now. 3/15/24 Update; Arrangements have been made with the owner to remedy the above issues. Thanks again for your feedback. We are grateful that despite your concerns, you still gave your experience with us on Kaua'i a 5 star review. 3/28/24 Update; The queen mattress in the queen bedroom advertised was replaced- FYI the previous mattress was a queen, not a full. None of the beds have headboards, so we checked the walls near the alleged "mold on headboards" in case that is what you meant and found none. The door knob has been replaced and the sticky door has been planed down to accommodate for occasional wood swell in Kaua'i's often-humid North Shore climate. Thanks for your visit and helping us potentially improve the experience for future guests.

10/10 Excellent

Allyson C., Denver CO

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Perfect for us!
We loved our Aunty Lydia’s Ohana stay! Very simple and down to earth - not for those Hanalei visitors looking for “bougy” or fancy - but absolutely perfect for us. We loved cooking at home, walking to the beach morning and evening, wandering into town, hanging out with the cats who visited daily, and feeling at home in this great homestay. Plenty of space, all the kitchen gear you could need, washer/dryer, and awesome outdoor showers. Loved the chairs and towels - again the basics are totally provided! Mahalo for a beautiful Hanalei visit. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary K., Kansas City

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Wow
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

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Aunt Lydia’s House
The house was perfect for us. Loved the location so near beach access. Loved the AC in the bedroom. Had two outside showers and a half bath located near laundry room. The only negative I would say is that it is dark inside with dark wood walls. The house was built in the 1950’s and has that old charm. We would there stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna D.

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Loved it!
An overwhelming feeling of hospitality from the hosts and through all communication and directions. We felt welcomed, wanted, and made to feel at home during our stay in Aunty Lydia’s Ohana. AC units in the bedrooms were really nice. Outdoor showers were convenient and especially enjoyable on the days when it was more humid inside the house. The outdoor toilet was super handy, though a bit of a tight space.) We found just about everything we needed for cooking in the kitchen, and bought some charcoal to enjoy the bbq out back. Beach chairs were super handy. Towels and rags, etc. were in abundance (which was nice). Washer and dryer were also really nice to have (there was a small jar of laundry detergent available). We felt that this home was a very fitting setting for our stay, and we appreciated all the little touches that made it feel like a home. The home was well described by the other reviewers and are thankful for the opportunity to come to this beautiful island and have a “home” away from home here. Oh! One review complained about the distance to the beach. This house is not on the beach. It is on the highway. If highway noise bothers you, this may not be a good choice. But as for the walk to the beach, it felt very short to us, and we loved the convenience of being able to walk to the beach (short 2.5 blocks), walk to town(maybe a mile?), or even be able to walk to Hanalei Pier (1.2 miles) in the mornings!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Guerneville,CA

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Inexpensive for Hanalei
Inexpensive for Hanalei, this house is in An amazing location and staying in Hanalei was one of the great highlights of RR Vacation. That said, it is an old house With limited insulation at all of the bedrooms have Eric conditioner is the living room does not and it can become quite uninhabitable during the late afternoon. On the plus side the backyard is absolutely gorgeous and we just hung out there when it was too hot to be in the house. If you were looking for high end accommodations this is not for you.Butif you want to feel like the local’s lived in 1960 I say this is the place for you.It is literally around the corner from Hanalei Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti D.

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What a place!
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.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

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Best family vacation home! So clean!!
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!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malissa V., Petaluma

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Amazing
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B., Alameda, CA

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Enjoyable stay at Aunty Lydia’s
Charming 1950’s bungalow with a comfortable layout and helpful amenities like beach chairs and boogie boards. Truly felt like we were guests in their family home. Not fancy but felt authentically Hawaiian, complete with chairs and outdoor couch in the carport/breezeway! We enjoyed the island breeze, mountain views, and easy walk to the beach. Wifi was a little spotty, but hey, it’s vacation. Also enjoyed the outdoor shower and “secret” outdoor toilet. Genius.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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Home away from home.
It felt like staying at the beach houses growing up. We love the location and the whole vibe.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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Great location and home
Short walk to beach and kids loved the surf. We enjoyed the bbqing in back. Location is perfect for north shore adventuring, central to everything. House was perfect for family meals and memories. The management company went out of their way to help us out with an extra request.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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Lydia’s Ohana Magical Bliss
Ohana means family in Hawaiian. But it also means a deep shared connection that is inclusive of all who are invited to share in deep family tradition. Lydia’s Ohana provides a feeling that 1.8 million dollars cannot buy. Priceless joy, love, abundance, and aloha are alive and well in this home. The moment you walk in the door you are greeted with a huge welcome that stays with you forever. May you be blessed by such a special experience as this Ohana provides.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

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Great house in a great location. AC in the bedrooms was key.
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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Relaxing, Comfortable Stay near the Beach
The house was thoughtfully furnished, well-equipped, and neatly organized. There were also beach chairs and other beach supplies in the carport for our use. We walked to Hanalei Beach twice a day most days, except when we explored other nearby beaches. The outdoor shower was perfect for washing off sand. We spent plenty of time in the house playing board games at the table and cooking family meals. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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Hanalei 2022
We enjoyed our vacation at Aunty Lydia’s Obama. It had everything we needed and more. It was very close to the beach. It was warm during the day but very pleasant in the evening. The A/C in the bedrooms was wonderful. We had a great time. My daughter renewed her vows so we had a lot of family on the island and they all wanting to hangout at our place.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dwayne T.

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Great place for us
Location couldn’t be better, felt like home, had everything we needed. The living room got warm but the fans helped. All the bedrooms had AC units. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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Aunty Lydia’s Obama was perfect
This home was the perfect property to accommodate my family’s 5-day trip to Hanalei.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tessa R.

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Great Classic Ohana
We loved our stay at Aunty Lydias and can't get over how at home we felt. The style in funky Hawaiian vintage and it suited us perfectly! The bedrooms are air conditioned and there was a large selection of cooking equipment and a BBQ so we could rest and cook comfortably all week. The walls have photos of the family and it made us feel love and aloha from them. We would love to come back and hope this place brings many others joy.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Richard A.

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Good value some issues
Positive: spacious, very comfortable beds, very well equipped kitchen, plenty of linens/towels, walk to a good beach, short drive to other better beaches, good value. Fabulous view of the mountain and its waterfalls, ever-changing and beautiful to watch. Great original mid-century decor. Cons: No comfortable outdoor space to hang out, except carport. Some road noise from the highway. Right next to an inn whose outdoor hangout was directly behind the home. There was a cottage in the back which was not rented. I did not see its existence mentioned in the original description. If it had been rented, it would have impacted our enjoyment.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2023
Glad these folks liked the place in general. Yes, beautiful Hanalei Bay & beach are a short walk away and lots of other great beaches a short car drive away. The gorgeous waterfall views mentioned can be enjoyed from the carport as well as the front lawn. Some of our guests move chairs from the carport to the front lawn and some just don't put the car in the carport so they can enjoy the mountain view, dine alfresco and BBQ there. There is a cottage in back. It is not a vacation rental and is seldom used by the owners. There is a covered area where guests who stay at the Hanalei Inn next door can eat outside or socialize. If there is a congenial crew of guests there, laughter and conversation can be heard from the 2 of the bedrooms if the AC is not on but it is quiet from 10 PM on. You can hear cars going 25 - 30 MPH and occasionally their music. You can also hear birds during the day and surf at night. I think these guests are right, it is a great value.

8/10 Good

Barry M., Seattle

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Comfortable and convenient
We have a young family and this spot suited us great. The location is unbeatable as a short walk to the funnest part of Hanalei bay beach and surf breaks. The house is old, but has everything you need including a well stocked kitchen for cooking. Outdoor shower is awesome. It's an ideal home base for the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andi B.

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Perfect walk to the beach!
This was a great spot right in the middle of Hanalei - 2 minute walk from the beach and 5 minute walk to all the shops/restaurants. Not brand new/updated, but lots of character and can't beat the location! We had a perfect week staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

April B.

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A piece of Heaven in Hanalei
Aunty Lydia’s Ohana is a gem on the North Shore! So close to a gorgeous beach… walked with our coffee every sunrise! House was very clean, super comfy beds, lots of extra pillows and blankets, a/c in the bedrooms but we didn’t need it much! Kitchen has everything you need, we used the BBQ and cooked almost everyday. Waking distance to lots of fun shops, restaurants, food trucks! Amazing view out of the living room windows, you can rent bikes cheap for an easy way to get around! Easy to find and easy check in, attentive management. Our stay was wonderful we fell in love and can’t wait to come back! You feel like one of the locals staying in this neighborhood by the beach. The outdoor shower was the best!!! Lots of rough surf but super fun for swimming and boogie boarding and there is a life guard so we felt safe. Just watch what the locals are doing in the water! You can walk or drive to the pier and that has more gentle waves and another amazing view! We give this 10 stars!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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Great spot
This was a great find for our family of four. The location in Hanalei was perfect; it’s a short easy walk to paradise. The house was as described — clean, well appropriated and has a nice yard for the kids to run around. The owners were very responsive; one of the AC’s broke during our stay and they had a new one installed the next day. Will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krysta H.

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Great location and cozy home!
Property is located in a great location! Just a 2 min walk to the beach and walking distance to local restaurants, shops and food mart. Stayed with friends and was very spacious. Had some beach accessories and toys. It was such a cute and homely place for our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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Adorable house in an epic location
Fantastic stay at a beautiful house just a five minute walk to the beach. Everything we needed was there. Clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bri D.

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So cute and charming and amazing location!
Loved staying at this property and I have no complaints whatsoever. It was a spacious house and had everything we needed. The location was incredible and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

brett c.

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Loved our stay.
Great location. Easy walk to the beach. Just as advertised. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler A.

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Auntie Lydia’s
The kids walked to the beach every morning. Perfect location for us. You feel the energy of all the backyard parties held here. Very clean, very local. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Quazzie B.

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Good family home w/ BEST north shore location
Overall, our family (husband + 2yo + grandparents) had a pleasant stay in this home. The biggest pro of the home is the location - 5 min walk to a beach in Hanalei Bay!! Beautiful beach and wasn’t very crowded. Close to many attractions - local shops, farmers market, food trucks, restaurants, and grocery stores on the north shore. The location was very convenient for us and allowed us to do all that we wanted to see without having to drive far. Other good things to note, the home was stocked with essentials in the kitchen and bathroom - totally appreciated the abundance of towels ;). Beds were comfortable and rooms were spacious. The carport was convenient for the rainy days. There were beach chairs and toys available for use that came in handy. Outdoor shower was a big plus to help us stay clean after our beach trips. The grounds were also nice enough for my kid to explore and hang out. Lastly, the view of the mountains from the living room window was a very nice bonus!! A few things to mention, it does get pretty hot during the day (11a - 3pm) in the central living room due to no window unit but we knew this from reading the reviews. We didn’t plan to be in the house during the day so didn’t think it’d be an issue but we ended up having to stay in on some days. There were plenty of fans which helped circulate some airflow and if it rained it wasn’t bad either. The house is also pretty dated but it gives the home character and brings a family environment. Check-in was seamless and I appreciated the detail provided regarding the directions to the home. Check-out requirements were minimal which was so easy on us. Our family was very satisfied with our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cameron K.

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Amazing experience
We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristine k., Seattle, WA/Tahoe

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charming- affordable-great location
perfect for family of 5 (w/teens). rustic feel - old family pics on wall. functional kitchen - ate in most of the time. walking distance to hanalei beach and town. close hiking. (drive to trailheads). be sure to reserve parking for Napali Coast parking, shuttle, etc. Can’t get in w/out reservations/$ - period. lots of other beaches and hiking nearby, tho. we all loved this ohana - great home base! would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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Perfect Beach House/Location
We had a great stay at Aunty Lydia's Ohana. The location was perfect, loved that there was A/C in the rooms, and enjoyed the story behind the home. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristine T.

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Auntie Lydia's
Great location and comfortable house.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Layne L.

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Real old style Hawaiian house
This isn't your typical absentee owner generic condo. The place was great. My mom never wanted to leave the chair looking out the picture window at the back valley rain and waterfalls. We skipped the bathroom shower and only used the outdoor one. Louvered windows for air all had to be open as well as running the fans to keep the main living area from being too hot. AC was in the bedrooms so you could nap in the day if you needed it. Down sides: Because all the windows were always open the road noise from Kuhio Highway was more than I would like. While not far and a pleasant walk, 6 houses from the beach sounds a lot closer than the 2.5 blocks that it actually is. You don't just run back and forth from the house to the beach. Again, we loved our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Emily G.

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Chill little spot in Hanalei
We had a great little stay at Auntie Lydia’s. Nice view of the mountains from the living room and fun old Hawaiian feel to the place. Kitchen was well outfitted for cooking dinner one night. If coming jetlagged, beware of roosters outside that think sunrise is 3am 😳.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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Great location
The house is a bit rustic, but it was exactly what we wanted. The old school charm and family history were great. It was a short walk to the beach or to town. The living did get a bit hot in the afternoon, but it wasn’t too bad and we were usually at the beach anyway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany F.

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Wonderful home base
The property was homey and convenient. Just around the corner from a beautiful beach and a decent walking distance to restaurants and bars in Hanalei. The provided beach chairs and boogie boards were a great bonus. Hot water, comfortable beds, and a very convenient additional outdoor toilet and shower. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

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Finally Made A Stay in Hanalei !
I've always wanted to stay close to Hanalei Bay, and this house provided us the opportunity at a great price for 6 people! Honestly, it reminded me of my great-grandparent's home in South Texas. We were within walking distance of Hanalei bay, about 1.5 blocks away, so we could walk to the beach at any time without difficulty. There were beach umbrellas, chairs, a boogie board and plenty of towels ! 1 Bathroom was a little bit challenging, but having an outdoor enclosed shower for washing off after a trip to the beach made a huge difference. While there was no AC in the kitchen and living room, each of the 3 rooms had a window unit which worked well in cooling during the day if needed. There were plenty of fans and windows that open to help circulate air in the morning and evening. Kitchen had what we needed for cooking and making meals. Washing machine and dryer out back in a closet (also like my great-grandparent's house) It's not a fancy hotel, but that isn't what you are paying for. And, a fancy hotel doesn't get this close to Hanalei Bay. Also, with the current state of the road closures (we were there June 21-28) that only allow traffic through between Princeville and Hanalei 3 times a day, it was awesome to not have our schedule tied to the road's opening/closing. Wouldn't mind coming back to this little house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

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House is in a great location. Easy walk to beach or Hanalei town. Backyard was perfect for our BBQ.
Excellent place to stay in Hanalei... the house is a walk down memory lane to the 60s. Loved it! Thanks for the memories. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2023
So glad you enjoyed Aunty Lydia's and took the time to let others know. Much aloha to you and your 'ohana.

8/10 Good

Matt T.

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Rustic but nice
Very charming...This house was built in the 50's and has had few updates. one block from the beach and very convenient for that.....No garbage disposal, dishwasher. AC in the bedrooms but the rest of the house is extremely hot in the afternoon, we couldn't be in there from 1-5pm. Other than that, very well stocked and fun place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., San Francisco

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A real home in Hanalei
It's not the Ritz. That's not the point. But we were a month in Kaua and this is the only time where I felt like I was staying in the home . Made me feel little bit more a part of the community and connected to Hanalei. It's a one block walk to the beach . When it's smaller out there it's a good beginning break. I took to driving my daughter a lot to the pier , which is only about five minutes away. Google said it was a 25 minute walk to downtown but it really took about 10 . The house is clean and these were the first and only sharp kitchen knives that we found during our trip. Which is to say that whomever put the kitchen together did so for people to actually cook in there. There's a lot of reviews that tells you that it gets hot in the late afternoon. It gets hot in the late afternoon. Open up all the windows and blow the fans or just spend time at the beach or outside. I didn't think it was that big of a deal. You do hear the noise from the road, but there are so few cars driving after 8 o'clock but it really doesn't matter. The property manager was lovely and responsive. I'd stay here again. Again, if you're looking for golf courses and pampered luxury this is not for you. If you're looking for proximity, convenience , and a slice of old Kauai at a great value this is a good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verity C., Gold Coast, Australia

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Great family home in Hanalei
Aunty Lydia's Ohana is a real home away from home and has everything you need for a great holiday. We were especially impressed with how well stocked the kitchen is with all the utensils, pots and pans, baking dishes and appliances you need to be truly self-sufficient. The outdoor toilet and shower took the strain off of the single bathroom. The beds and living room furniture are comfortable and there are plenty of blankets, towels, pillows etc. It rained almost every day while we were there and it was great to be able to park undercover and have access to the house without getting wet. We did have a water leak in the roof after a night of especially hard rain but it was fixed quickly. As others have said, the house does get really hot in the daytime if it's sunny, and it's quite dark inside but that wouldn't stop us from staying there again. Yes, there are ants in the kitchen but lots of airtight containers are provided to keep your food safe. The only other thing is there is some traffic noise, being right on the highway, but it's not too bad. Overall it's a great place close to town and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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Great place to stay.
I would highly recommend anyone stay at Aunty Lydia’s. Super great place for couples or families. House has just about everything you need. If not you can find it in Hanalei town. The location is just awesome, you have to experience it. We’d wake up in the morning and look at the waterfalls from the front window before we’d leave to explore. Just go there, you’ll see.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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Nice little home in a great location.
This is a quaint little home in one of the best little towns in the world. We were able to wake up every morning and walk to the beach. Overall, it has everything you could need. The house can get HOT, which is noted in many reviews. Honestly, it's only in the early evening that it can get rough, and it's mostly sequestered to the living room. We just strolled on the beach or found a great happy hour. Little ACs were installed in the bedrooms, so it was very easy to sleep at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jesse K.

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Good, quiet location in Hanalei
Renting was easy and communication was good. Great location very near the beach and a nice stroll to the shops/restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019