5-Min Walk to Tunnels Beach! | Mountain Views

Haena, Kauai, Hawaii
$827 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

At the quiet end of Kauai's north shore road, you'll be just a 5-minute lovely walk from Tunnels Beach which offers some of the best snorkeling in all of Hawaii. Mornings start with coffee on the lanai as horses, donkeys, and cows sometimes wander the pasture below the mountains. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor shower + jetted tub surrounded by nature. Inside, the 3BR home has AC + floor-to-ceiling glass windows, just 2 miles from the Kalalau trailhead.

3 well-appointed bedrooms:
⎯▹ Bedroom 1 (Primary): 1 King bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed
⎯▹ +Pullout Futon Bed
Fresh bedding + towels provided
2 bathrooms
⎯▹ Primary: outdoor shower + jetted tub
Quality bath essentials provided
Fully equipped kitchen
⎯▹ Cookware, condiments, coffee maker
Open living room w/ cathedral ceilings
60 SmartTV + TV in primary suite
Covered lanai w/ dining + BBQ
Washer + dryer downstairs
Beach gear room downstairs
Covered parking for 3 cars
Section 4: Experience Overview

Here's an overview of what makes our home special...

EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW ~

5-min walk to Tunnels Beach
Air conditioning in every room
High-speed WiFi
Outdoor slate shower + jetted tub
Covered lanai w/ mountain views
Horses, donkeys + cows out back
Fully stocked beach gear room
Beach wagon, chairs, snorkel gear
60 SmartTV + DVD library
BBQ grill on the lanai
Kids' toys, games + travel crib
Outdoor rinse shower downstairs

The back lanai faces open pasture and the mountains of the Napali range — most mornings you'll have coffee with the birds, and if you're lucky, a donkey or two will wander by the fence line.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS ~

Tunnels (Makua) Beach → 5-min walk
Haena Beach Park → 1 mile
Maniniholo Dry Cave → 1 mile
Limahuli Garden & Preserve → 2 miles
Haena State Park + Ke'e Beach → 2 miles
Kalalau Trailhead (Napali) → 2 miles
Hanalei Town → 7 miles
Hanalei Bay + Pier → 7 miles
Princeville → 11 miles

OUR FAVORITE DINING ~

Gaia Kauai (Island Fresh) → 1.5 miles
Bar Acuda (Tapas) → 7 miles
Tahiti Nui (Hawaiian, Live Music) → 7 miles
The Hanalei Dolphin (Seafood/Sushi) → 7 miles
Kalypso (Island Bar & Grill) → 7 miles
Cafe Turmeric (Indian) → 7 miles
Wishing Well Shave Ice → 7 miles
JoJo's Shave Ice → 7 miles
Pink's Ice Cream Shop → 7 miles

COFFEE SHOPS & CAFÉS ~

The Haven (Coffee) → 2 miles
Wishing Well Coffee & Tea → 7 miles
Hanalei Bread Company → 7 miles
Outpost Coffee → 7 miles

GROCERIES ~

Wainiha Country Market → 2 miles
Big Save Market (Hanalei) → 7 miles
Hanalei Market (Organic) → 7 miles

We recommend a big grocery stop at Costco or Safeway near the airport on your way in — then Wainiha Country Market and Hanalei have you covered for everything else.

THINGS TO DO ~

Snorkel Tunnels Beach at sunrise
Hike the Kalalau Trail
Sunset at Haena Beach Park
Kayak the Hanalei River
Napali Coast boat + helicopter tours
Hanalei farmers market (Saturdays)
Stargaze from the front lawn

Guest access
✓ Full access to the entire home, lanai, and beach gear room
✓ Self check-in with keyless entry
✓ Covered parking for 3 cars beneath the house

Other things to note
✓ The home is in a designated tsunami zone; the evacuation plan is posted inside the front door and attached to your rental agreement
✓ Wild roosters roam all of Kauai and crow early - light sleepers should pack earplugs
✓ The primary suite's shower and jetted tub are outdoors on the private deck
✓ Reserve Haena State Park / Kalalau Trailhead entry and parking in advance
✓ No events or parties
✓ Registered with the County of Kauai

ACTVR 1344 , TAT 000-961-1264-01

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1300 Sq Ft (121 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Outdoor Shower Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Water Sports Equipment Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jay J.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    Excellent location for our plans - walk to Tunnels. Amenities provided were excellent- kitchen well stocked with things we forgot.Highly recommend this house. We had some rain therefore waterfalls. We love Kauai ; spent time on Westside - Poipu yet mostly North Shore. This was our 18th trip to Kauai and the best so far.Jones Family Lakeland FL

  • Joey S.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2026

    Stayed May 9, 2026

    This was our 4th time to stay at Judy's house, and we love it every time! The house is always clean and the kitchen has everything you need for a stay. We love the quick walk down to the beach, the covered back patio, and the quiet nights out in the Kauai North country. Looking forward to our next trip out to Haena!

  • Timothy S.

    Submitted May 16, 2026

    Stayed May 4, 2026

    Our whole Kauai experience was spectacular! This home, the Kalalau trail, the beaches, sunsets, the Slow-Yourself-Down one-lane bridges vibe, and the weather. We felt blessed! Quaint little Hanalei was a sweet spot for our 18 year old daughter. Ahh, and the shave ice!! We loved reading everyone's reviews for this home during the year we waited for this dream trip to come true. Found everything just as described, very comfortable and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed for a long, long time! Thankyou for sharing your home!

  • David J.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2026

    Stayed Apr 15, 2026

    Wonderful stay, beautiful house, walking distance to Tunnels beach for great snorkeling (conditions permitting), pretty quiet most of the time, especially in the evenings, clean, kitchen well stocked with cookware and condiments, nice big screen tv, and...best of all, air conditioning that works! and can be adjusted to taste per room. Highly recommend.

  • Marc G.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2026

    Stayed Mar 31, 2026

    Great spot. Easy beach access and animal friends visit.

  • Jeff B.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2026

    Stayed Mar 14, 2026

    The best home rental our family has ever had. The home had everything we could need. The fact that it was clean, cozy, and in a great area was icing on the cake.

  • Emily H.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2026

    Stayed Mar 7, 2026

    We had a hiccup with our check in, but Beaux came to our rescue. We loved our stay at this house. It was just what we were looking for with walkable beaches and a beautiful view in the backyard. It was very clean and had everything we needed. We would stay here again.

  • Kristen B.

    Submitted Feb 28, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Oh, how we loved this place! The house is beautiful and has everything you need and more. We spent most of our time at home on the back deck watching and listening to birds. The outdoor tub and shower were a nice bonus too. Proximity to a wonderful beach and great snorkeling makes this place ideal. Judy was very responsive when the power went out the first morning. The next door neighbor is super nice and friendly and you may have donkeys and cows wander by the back yard. Don’t hesitate to book! Only downside is mosquitoes!!!

  • Tom K.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2026

    Stayed Jan 25, 2026

    Clean home, great AC, easy walk to beach

  • Sandy C.

    Submitted Jan 29, 2026

    Stayed Jan 21, 2026

    My husband and I love Haena and Tunnels Beaches. This house was on our list to try because it was within walking distance to Tunnels. It did not disappoint! The house was clean and had everything we needed for our visit. I loved sitting on the deck hearing the beautiful bird sounds. The neighborhood was quiet and relaxing. I absolutely loved the outdoor shower. Judie's place is stunning and the only mistake we made was not booking a longer stay! I want to go back next year. I'd rate this higher than five stars if i could. Thank you Judie!

  • Kristin H.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2026

    Stayed Jan 11, 2026

    The communication was prompt, friendly, and helpful. Easy instructions to follow. Beautiful home, apart from the great location feeling removed from the business but accessible to Hanalei, we really loved the back patio. It was a great place for a morning coffee and we even saw chickens, cows, and donkey grazing at the edge of the tree! Would recommend to anyone looking to visit this side of the island.

  • Stacy M.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2026

    Stayed Dec 30, 2025

    The house is perfect. I traveled with four teenagers between 15-19 and every single one of us loved the house. It is spotless clean, packed with anything you could possibly need in terms of kitchen and beach supplies, and the outdoor shower and bathtub bring even the most stressed out person down to a place of peace. We had mostly rain over our 8 days which led to great cooked dinners at the house, lots of cards and wet yet beautiful walks down Hā’ena beach and Tunnels. The personal touches are everywhere in this home. We will be back….tomorrow if we could swing it.

  • Jue C.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 18, 2025

    Judy was very warm, welcoming, and responsive. The house exceeded our expectations. It is beautifully decorated, very clean, loaded with beach gear and cooking utensils. We enjoyed every aspect of it.

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 8, 2025

    This home is always welcoming, comfortable and well appointed! Thank you!

  • Janey K.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    Wonderful location. Lots of beach toys, boogie boards, floaties available to take to the beach. Great neighborhood, clean with great amenities. Will go back

  • Kevin G.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2025

    Stayed Oct 25, 2025

    The whole experience was amazing. Location was great as was our host. We will return.

  • Kurt B.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    Nice to be surrounded by green / nature in the backyard.

  • Jeffrey N.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    It was our third stay at this property and it was wonderful as usual.

  • Lindsey D.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Fabulous house that is super kid friendly and a gorgeous house & property! Mahalo nui loa for sharing this slice of paradise!

  • Will V.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    First, the positives. . .well stocked kitchen, clean unit, plenty of beach equipment/ snorkel gear/ chairs/ beach towels.Negatives. . .1. Location , location, location; this house is more “than a short walk” to the beach when you factor in walking to the part of Tunnels Beach with the good snorkeling and shaded beach area. It took well over 20 minutes to get there on a narrow, busy street. So if your idea of going to Kauai is to enjoy the beach, just know that this does not have convenient beach access.2. The house is old and needs a remodel / painting / TLC. For example, the outside deck is worn (looks like Ipe deck—but not well maintained) with rusting table/ chairs. Based on the cost of the unit, I would expected the inside of the house to look less dated. The entire inside needs to be freshened up to 2025.3. The outside shower. I don’t get the previous reviews that glow about this outside shower. Think childhood camp experience. It’s a cheap unit with a PVC pipe at the bottom, a cheap shower bottom and a flimsy curtain separating you from the your neighbors. It’s an overall cheap renovation solution to get a full 2nd bath (toilet is inside and shower/tub are outside on the deck). It could’ve been so much better executed.4. The washer and dryer. The washer and dryer are separate from the main facilities at the ground floor (in a storage closet) with the beach supplies and water heater. Not very convenient.

  • Joshua W.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Awesome property, great management, amazing location! Stayed a week with four adults and three children. Plenty of room with three separate bedrooms and a huge back patio. Internet worked great and our Verizon phones still had a signal. We’ve been to the island before and stayed in a beautiful resort. This was our first time renting a vacation house. It will definitely be the new standard. Don’t miss out on this amazing property. If you’re not familiar with Kauai, this property is the area you want to stay! Secluded, walking distance to the best snorkeling, and surrounded by nature. Solid 5 Stars.

  • Toni C.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    This home was perfect and exactly as pictured. So well appointed- everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great walkable location to the beach and a short drive from Hanalei. Simply perfect.

  • Hannah H.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    The location can’t be beat, and the house is so comfortable and welcoming. Everything you need has been anticipated and stocked. The mattresses are so comfy. The back deck is peaceful and lush.

  • Nerissa G.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Wonderful experience!

  • Rachelle F.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Perfect for our family of 6. The house was clean and comfortable with a great view. We loved being able to walk to Tunnels beach and appreciated all the beach equipment available

  • Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    My family and I had a relaxing stay! Loved hearing all the birds in the morning on the back porch! Even got to visit with a neighborhood horse, donkey and cow! House had everything we needed especially for the beach! Nice walk and close!

  • Joyce B.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    Sublime! We stayed for 3 nights at this wonderful place and miss it already! We were a multigenerational group of 5 and there was something for everyone. We loved the sound of the rain on the roof, 2 outdoor showers and an outdoor jacuzzi bath. The lanai looks out onto a neighbor’s fenced property with horses, donkey and even a baby donkey. They came out to greet us. We saw single and double rainbows daily. If you don’t like the weather, just wait 10 minutes. Tunnels is our favorite beach for sunsets, but if you go the other way, there is a great beach for snorkeling. You can’t miss! Both are walkable or you can walk. The hosts were very generous with early and late checkout. The dvd collection and beach toys, chairs, snorkels, and even a wagon were really nice pluses. The kitchen is well stocked with appliances, utensils, dishes and cooking gear, as well as condiments, and things you only need a bit of and hate to buy. We had such a great time!! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!

  • Amanda L.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Everything was great. Had a wonderful time!

  • Michael K.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Beautiful home, perfect for our family. Only a short walk from Tunnels beach, with everything you could want at the home or to take the beach. We loved the outside shower and bathtub and the views from the balcony. Sad to be leaving! We will definitely stay again when we come back to Kauai.

  • Eva H.

    Submitted Mar 6, 2025

    Stayed Feb 24, 2025

    This is the third time we have stayed here. I love this house. Everything works and there are plenty of things for the beach and all of it is in good working order. It is on the north end and in such a lovely quiet neighborhood. The beach is close by, but there is also a beautiful view of the mountains from the deck. The outside shower is a lovely addition.

  • Andrea N.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 11, 2025

    Our day was absolutely amazing. The house is gorgeous. We enjoyed the wildlife in the backyard and a short walk to the beach. We will definitely be back.

  • Katrina O.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2025

    Stayed Feb 2, 2025

    This was our 2nd stay at this wonderful property. We love the location - yes if you want to go anywhere it can be a drive but what a beautiful drive it is! We love that it is very spacious, a very short walk to the ocean/beach and only about 1 1/2 mile from the end of the road and the Napali coastline. The back of the property has wonderful views of the magnificient cliffs. The owner is so kind and provides anything a person could want for the beach including a wagon if you have too much to carry! We hope for a third stay here again in a couple years!!

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Jan 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    This home is always so clean and comfortable! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

  • Timothy V.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 18, 2024

    Awesome expereince!! Had 7 people, 3 couples and one 10 year old. The house is perfect, very comfortable with incredible views of the mountains. Also, seeing the chickens, donkeys, horses and cows roam behind the house was special. The highlight is the outside shower which has a great view of the mountains.We love the north side of Kauai and this house highlights the beauty of this area.Thank you!!

  • Michaela W.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 21, 2024

    My family of 8 had a wonderful time in this house! It was in a secluded part of the island, which we loved! We are from the country and this was perfect for us! The outdoor showers and jacuzzi tub were so amazing! The house had air conditioning, which was so nice after a long hot day at the beach! The kitchen had all we needed to prepare meals and the property manager was so helpful in letting us know what the home already had so we didn’t buy items that were not needed. We also appreciated and used all the beach gear including the 8 beach chairs, boogie boards, coolers, snorkeling gear and towels! The washing machine and dryer were so convenient as well! The washing machine had an issue and Beau was very prompt in getting the issue resolved so we could enjoy our stay! The satellite tv was so nice as well as WiFi connection. We enjoyed the back porch and used the barbecue grill during our stay as well! The animals out back were an added bonus! We would definitely stay here again!

  • Susan P.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 31, 2024

    Wonderful peaceful property, great view, kitchen well stocked. Highly recommend!

  • Jaime W.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    We loved everything about this house. It felt like home. This is the best appointed rental we have ever stayed at. Not just beach, equipment and toys, but plenty of towels sown lotion, aloe curling, iron blow dryer…. Now let’s talk about the kitchen, This kitchen was so fully stocked had pretty much everything that we needed, including oil, seasonings water bottles, and so much more too much to list. It was fantastic The air conditioner worked amazing The cows and the donkeys in the backyard were such a joy. Tunnels Beach a truck but well worth it. I would say about a 15 minute walk you have to do exploring to find the beach and the path to get there. There is a closer beach about five minutes away. Absolutely loved this house and would definitely stay here again.

  • Vann A.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    Great home, location and easy process

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