Title: Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33564448&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms Riverfront vacation home with kitchen, near Hanalei Bay ## Photo gallery for Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms ![Beach nearby - Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms (Hanalei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564500/33564448/73f6e399.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms (Hanalei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564500/33564448/7c6c3f4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms (Hanalei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564500/33564448/e40627d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms (Hanalei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564500/33564448/04e8747f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms (Hanalei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564500/33564448/a60ec476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the essence of old Hanalei at Aunty Lydia's Ohana, a 3-bedroom Hawaiian-style home just 6 houses from the beach. Stroll into downtown Hanalei or enjoy mountain and waterfall views from the carport with charcoal BBQ and al fresco dining area. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61008 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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 mountain 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. The State of Hawaii requires a rental agreement. The rental agreement has different cancellation policies than VRBO. 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. (Licensed Kauai Vacation Rental TVNC 1197) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Lanai - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Climate control - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,008 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83448700/83448613/82da06f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two-story condo in central Poipu with lanai, pool & W/D - walk to Baby Beach Poipu - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=83448613&PinnedHotelID=83448613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33558200/33558135/5549c96b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minutes Walk to Hanalei Bay, beach, & town w/AC in bed rooms Hanalei - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 133 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=33558135&PinnedHotelID=33558135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101962800/101962761/d88b927b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### OCEANFRONT RESORT, 2BDRM, fresh towel changes, WIFI, wshr/dryr, pool, bar&grill Poipu - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=101962761&PinnedHotelID=101962761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823500/22823473/c351c4a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEST LOCATION - Spectacular OCEANFRONT Views from EVERY Room - No Stairs Princeville - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 215 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=22823473&PinnedHotelID=22823473&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549300/33549298/777b4dc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Old Style beach house on Hanalei Bay;stunning mountain view, ocean breezes Hanalei - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 90 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=33549298&PinnedHotelID=33549298&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91880000/91871700/91871637/dc94b172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kauai Beach Villas, Access Kauai Beach Resort pools, Walk to beach, FREE PARKING Lihue - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=91871637&PinnedHotelID=91871637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87270000/87268700/87268641/0d807743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical oasis on Kauai's north shore – perfect for couples and families! 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A/C, FREE Surf,Sup,Bike.etc Hanalei - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 58 reviews CA $753 CA $1,739 total includes taxes & fees Feb 26 - Feb 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=73356564&PinnedHotelID=73356564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=33564448&PinnedHotelID=33564448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=33564448,83448613,33558135,101962761,22823473) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events 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 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 550040390000, GE-076-395-9296-01, TA-076-395-9296-01 ### Property is also known as 3080-256232 ## About the area Located in Hanalei, this vacation home is in the city center 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 cycling and mountain climbing. [Visit our Hanalei travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanalei.dx5929) [View more Vacation homes in Hanalei](https://www.expedia.ca/Hanalei-Private-Vacation-Homes.d5929-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C22.20098%2C-159.50478&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yjP5F9ch9UJMVVg6qgB19bcXXlI=) Hanalei, HI ### What's nearby - ![Hanalei Beach in Kauai, Hawaii. The view on the ocean waves. The empty sandy beach during covid 19 pandemic. The mountains with lush palm tree forest in the background. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/809691927704231936/6b7a3873-8d52-480f-8dcc-b6e1299b406a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hanalei Beach 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House featuring heritage elements and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533113444/40bdf37d-6163-4210-b503-922aca41de91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![E2973M Surf boards on the beach at Hanalei Bay in Kauai, the Garden Isle of Hawaii](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288501/59a6f29d-4c10-4061-9b7f-0bedab074923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hanalei Beach Park 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Rising sun illuminates the peaks of Na Pali mountains over the calm bay and Hanalei Pier in long exposure photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222161/ae200fcd-b2de-4cca-a3ae-d62b61f46c47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hanalei Pier 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Hanalei River 2 min drive \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Lihue Airport (LIH) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Hanalei Poke 19 min walk - Wishing Well Shave Ice 2 min drive - Wishing Well Coffee & Tea 2 min drive - Tahiti Nui 19 min walk - Hanalei Bread Company 20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms? ### What time is check-out at Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms? ### Where is Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Short walk 2 Hanalei Bay, beach and town, w/AC in bed rooms Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 92 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Anne T. Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun and great location Fun spot, nice location, comfortable beds! ##### Anne T. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel V. Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for our little family Cute, clean house with rich history. Super nice that it has beach chairs, body boards you can borrow. ##### Rachel V. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joann C. May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Stay in Hanalei 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. ##### Joann C. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica V. Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and layout for family 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! ##### Jessica V. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason R. May 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Great stay at Aunties, will be back. Great location and cozy! ##### Jason R. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annalisa T. Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best on the Island 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. ##### Annalisa T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary K., Kansas City Dec 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Gary K. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lori C. Oct 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Pleasant stay 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. ##### Lori C. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful special place!! 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly S. Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Kelly S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna P. May 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Donna P. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsha S. Nov 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Marsha S. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allyson C., Denver CO Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Allyson C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen N. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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!!! ##### Gretchen N. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah D. Oct 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location! This property was as listed, had what we needed including beach chairs, umbrella, and coolers. It was in a great location close to the beach and a 10 minute walk to town. The bedroom AC units were wonderful. It was fairly hot in the main part of the house in the afternoon, but we were out and about most days anyways! It definitely has a “family vacation home” vibe, as listed- it was well loved and had the wear and tear that comes along with years of use. And ants (only in the kitchen)- they were there when we showed up, and they hung with us until we left. For us these weren’t not a negative thing (especially considering the price point for three bedrooms, and ability to stay in hanalei bay so close to the beach) but if you are wanting more of an “upscale” experience, you may want to head up the road to Princeville….. which would be fine by us since we hope to return again someday (less competition😉). ##### Sarah D. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### John P. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 4th year in a row we've vacationed on the north side of Kauai. Love Hanalei for its sleepy beach town vibe. Booked Aunty Lydia's for 11 nights a year in advance.1st two nights were horrific. There was street repaving directly in front of the house. 1st night from 12am - 2am. 2nd night from 9pm- 2am. I was livid. Property manager offered earplugs and nothing else. No partial refund or relocation offered. House was shaking and windows rattling from the steamroller for hours. I take vacation to get away from my stressful job so I decided I needed to get in a better headspace and not arguing with the property manager over this was a conscious decision on my part.Luckily, the next 9 nights were great. No more construction directly in front of the house, although you should be warned the southbound lane of Kuhio directly in front of the house hasn't been repaved and the construction was stopped at the end of the property line. There will be more construction.Pros: Morning views of the mountains, short walk to the beach, AC in bedrooms, very close to Hanalei shops and restaurants, friendly local cat, outdoor showers.Cons: street noise, AC is only in bedrooms.I would book this property again, but probably not any time within the next 2 years. It would've been a 5 star rating had there been no street construction. 4 stars if property manager had offered more than earplugs.Note to property manager: Call Terminex - there are termite droppings in multiple areas of the house.Mahalo ##### John P. Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan P., Guerneville,CA Oct 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### 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. ##### Susan P. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken S. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We were all really happy here This home had everything we needed. It felt like we were staying in a real family home. The very short walk to the beach is a huge, huge plus. The setting and scenery are lovely. We really appreciated that the house came with beach chairs, a small beach umbrella, a few beach towels, a small, soft cooler bag, and a very large cooler. The outdoor showers are truly wonderful. The back yard is nice, and the car port with table and chairs is a great staging area, and would be a good place to sit to wait out any rain. We could feel the family history in this house. It was a good vibe. The house is on the darker side inside, but this writer at least found it cozy, and we weren’t inside during the days. And no doubt it’s a bit cooler for not being all windows. The beds were comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again. (And as of this writing, there is a friendly black cat who comes around. I expect he’s food motivated. He’s good at what he does.) ##### Ken S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chanoane R. Mar 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Chanoane R. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna D. Oct 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Joanna D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### josh p. Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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. ##### josh p. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kristen P. Oct 19, 2024 #### Hawaiian Family Home Cuteness Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My friend and I enjoyed Aunt Lydia's very much. It was like staying at a family home. Not luxury in any way, but cozy, comfortable and clean. Location is great, right by the beach and about a 10-15 minute walk into town. It is not super private though for those seeking real privacy. For the price, I do think they could update the beds a bit more and the electrical while keeping the old charm of the home. We had a great time though and I would recommend. ##### Kristen P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darcy N. Jul 21, 2024 #### Loved our stay at Auntie Lydia's Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this location in Hanalei and the house was perfect. It's quaint and reminiscent of a time gone by, but in a good way. The a/c in the bedrooms is a game changer and the outdoor shower is the best. Rent bikes and ride around town or just walk to the beach. We loved this stay. ##### Darcy N. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### brenda l. Jun 17, 2024 #### Family style home. Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Mostly an excellent experience! The location is good - an easy walk to both the beach and town. It is right on the highway but that quiets right down in the evening. Lots of space for the 5 of us with comfortable beds and linens. The kitchen is very well stocked. We cooked all sorts of meals and had everything we needed - even a sharp knife!! The downside was the heat.. Thankfully the bedrooms have A/C but the rest of the house was intolerably hot during the day - even with the multitude of fans so thoughtfully provided. Also, the only outdoor place to sit was the carport off the highway which honestly is not very pleasant. We found we spent our time in the bedrooms to escape the heat. We certainly could not sit at the table and play a game or watch the television. The back yard was lovely - it there was a sitting area there in the shade it would have made a huge difference as it was usually cooler outside than in. The carpet could use a cleaning but everything else was fine. No dishwasher. Really appreciated that sufficient soap, TP and paper towels were provided for our stay. Manager responded promptly to my one question. Check in a breeze. ##### brenda l. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla L. May 12, 2024 #### Great Ohana for a family vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 6 spent almost 2 weeks here and it worked perfectly. The location is great, just a short walk to the beach and town. Having the 2 outdoor showers and outdoor toilet were key. The bedrooms are air-conditioned which is a nice touch. ##### Kayla L. 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