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Haena Kai

3 BR
2 BA
Sleeps 7

Area/town

  • Haena
Age 18 and under.
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Description

Kauai's North Shore has been a frequent backdrop for countless movies due to its incredibly lush beauty and phenomenal beaches. Nestled within this gorgeous, pristine expanse, lies Haena Kai. Set back just thirty paces from a soft, deserted, coral sand beach, this three-bedroom, two-bath, elevated home awaits your family retreat. If you want to escape the crowds and let the soothing surf wash your cares away, welcome to your piece of paradise. We are pleased to announce that Haena Kai is now solar-powered with battery back-up in case of power outage. When staying at our home, have peace of mind knowing your environmental footprint is smaller.

Surrounded for privacy by a lava rock wall, towering coconut palms, and lush landscaping, Ha'ena Kai’s elevated position, wall of windows, and wraparound lanai capture superlative views of the reef and fringing mountains. With the newly added split unit air-conditioning system in all rooms, you are sure to stay cool after a day of adventure! The home’s open architectural design creates an inviting gathering space while also allowing for breezy trade winds to cool the sanctuary naturally. Additional ceiling fans are strategically located throughout the structure to ensure your comfort yet retain that Old Hawaiian feel. Best of all, Haena Kai has recently undergone a dramatic and purposeful renovation to make your visit a respite of pure pleasure and renewal.

The home’s interior has been tastefully yet charmingly transformed to meet your every need in style. A new gourmet grill on the lanai and a kitchen filled with state-of-the-art, stainless steel appliances beckon you to prepare that special meal you’ve always wanted to enjoy in a tropical setting. But if you don’t feel like cooking, no worries! One of Kauai’s top-rated restaurants is but a hundred-yard walk down the beach. The main living area has been appointed with invitingly comfortable furniture and should you desire some visual entertainment, the new 65-inch 4K UHD television set awaits. The main living area is also equipped with a workstation and high-speed wireless internet access for those who must touch bases with the outside world. When the day is done, three thoughtfully appointed, soothing bedrooms stand ready to comfort and recharge your soul and the 1000-count Egyptian cotton sheets ensure your slumbers will be sound and satisfying. For your comfort, all the bedrooms are now fully air-conditioned.
Our home is professionally managed by a team that strives to make your visit immensely enjoyable, carefree, and memorable. Remember, when it comes to your vacation, nothing less than paradise will do.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

**THIS HOME IS LOCATED IN A TSUNAMI ZONE**
TVNC 1019 TA-003-859-4560-01
TMK-580080430000

Amenities

Living

  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linens
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Ironing Board
  • IPod Docking station
  • Large Flat Screen TV
  • WiFi
  • Free WiFi
  • 1 King 2 Queen
  • TV
  • Full size sofa sleeper
  • Split A.C in bedrooms and living

Outdoor

  • Deck
  • Gas Grill
  • Outdoor Shower

Convenience

  • Nearby Grocery
  • 10 minute drive to Hanalei Bay
  • 1 minute walk to beach

Geographic

  • Near Beach
  • 8 miles from Hanalei town
  • 2 miles to Ke'e Beach
  • 2 miles from the start of NaPali
  • 60 minutes from Lihue airport

Business

  • Nearby ATM
  • Nearby Post Office
  • Nearby FedEx
  • Nearby Bank
  • TVNC 1019
  • TA-003-859-4560-01

Kitchen

  • Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • Ice Maker
  • Built in Wet Bar
  • Dining for 4 & Bar Stools for 2

Entertainment

  • Cable TV
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Beach Chairs
  • Beach Towels
  • Beach Umbrellas

General

  • Air Conditioning
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi

Location Type

  • Beach
  • Beach View
  • Beachfront
  • Near The Ocean
  • Ocean View
  • Oceanfront

Availability

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Rates

DatesNightlyWeeklyMonthly
12/19/2024 - 01/03/2025$1,100$7,700
01/04/2025 - 04/10/2025$925$6,475$27,750

Reviews

Great house

Reviewed on 2024-11-25 by Unknown of Burr Ridge, IL Unknown
Updated on 2024-11-25
Review of stay from 2024-11-11 to 2024-11-22
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Beautiful house with a lot of Windows with beautiful views. I can see ocean. I love large deck around all house where we had morning coffee or dinner. Kitchen has everything what we needed. Just two minutes to walk to the beach. Very good quiet neighborhood. My master bed was very comfortable and my bedroom had separate doors to go outside or to deck. Manager was very easy to communicate with. Definitely we will come back.

Magical Home

Reviewed on 2024-08-25 by Emily G. of Norwalk, CT US
Updated on 2024-08-25
Review of stay from 2024-08-10 to 2024-08-17
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This is the second time we were lucky enough to stay in this amazing home. Everything about this home is special and welcoming. It’s modern, breezy, has every appliance you could need in the kitchen, comfy sheets on the incredibly comfy beds, plenty of bath and beach towels, a yoga mat. You can walk around the amazing porch, that looks out at both the gorgeous tropical mountains and the gorgeous beach! You can watch the sunrise every morning by walking down the simple pathway. I mean, it’s just the best rental we have ever been to. We feel blessed to have been back again and would be honored to be able to stay again in the future.

Heaven in Haena

Reviewed on 2024-03-08 by Unknown of Lansing, IA US
Updated on 2024-03-08
Review of stay from 2024-02-27 to 2024-03-07
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Beautiful setting with 360 degree views. Private beach just steps away. Home was very spacious, clean and well equipped. Everything you need and more. A little piece of heaven, if you can stay here I would. We would definitely return! Lu, our host, was wonderful. Very informative and responsive. 5-stars!!

Great location with beautiful morning sunrises

Reviewed on 2024-05-12 by Mark R. of Steamboat Springs, CO US
Updated on 2024-05-12
Review of stay from 2024-04-21 to 2024-04-27
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Lovely home situated near a
Quiet beach. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets

Beautiful home in a lovely location

Reviewed on 2024-06-29 by Jen S. of Oviedo, FL United States
Updated on 2024-07-08
Review of stay from 2024-06-07 to 2024-06-08
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This Haena home was absolutely lovely. The house is comfortably furnished and is just a 2 minute walk to an empty reef beach. Unfortunately for us the HVAC system broke just a few days before we arrived in two of the bedrooms. The master was perfectly fine so we tried to tough it out but it was just too hot for the kiddos, so our amazing Hawai’i Life hosts worked with us to transfer to a different property. Everyone was so kind and helpful- so much aloha! We’d be honored to stay there again. Had it been any other season of the year, the A/C would not have even been an issue for us. I would recommend both the home and the hosts without any hesitation.
Manager response on 2024-07-08 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha, We extend our apologies that the air conditioning issue coincided with your stay at Haena Kai. Rest assured, we endeavor to maintain everything in proper working order. Haena Kai is in a remote location on an island and getting certain issues resolved puts us at the mercy of getting someone out to the home, properly diagnosing the problem, shipping the necessary parts and replacements from the mainland, and scheduling the work to be least disruptive to our guests. These factors are often beyond our control and we appreciate your understanding of such obstacles. The malfunctioning air conditioning units have been replaced and the home is once again comfortably cool throughout. Overall, we are glad you enjoyed your trip, come back soon. Mahalo!

Peaceful Paradise

Reviewed on 2023-04-05 by Greg D. of Lincoln, CA US
Updated on 2023-05-03
Review of stay from 2023-03-28 to 2023-04-02
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So many things we can say about our vacation. First is that the pictures do not do the home justice. Much nicer in person and bigger! Great layout and perfect location. You walk out the property and right there is a path to a very secluded beach. We had lots of rain so we probably spent more time in the home then we had expected, but it was perfect! We are already booking again!

Wonderful vacation in Haena!

Reviewed on 2023-04-15 by Neil A. of Brooklyn, NY United States
Updated on 2023-05-30
Review of stay from 2023-04-06 to 2023-04-13
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We had a wonderful time for an April week in Haena. The property is one of the most amazing vacation rentals we have stayed at, both in terms of amenities available in the house and proximity to paradise! We hope to come back soon!

We loved our stay in Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2023-03-27 by Craig M. of La Habra Heights, CA US
Updated on 2023-05-03
Review of stay from 2023-03-17 to 2023-03-25
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We just returned from a wonderful family vacation with our group of seven and loved our week staying at Haena Kai. The home was modern and gave us so much space to enjoy each other in the great room with cooking, eating, and hanging out on the couch. The outside patio that wrapped around the home gave us plenty of privacy, lots of shady spots, and views of the ocean. The location of the home to the beach was amazing. Within a few minutes, we could have our feet in the sand on a very quiet and clean beach. This was our favorite beach to snorkle at on the North shore as we were able to see so many fish while feeling safe. Swimming with our local turtle was also a bonus. We would definately love to come back and stay in this quiet neighborhood and house again soon. One final note was that our host (Lu) was so fabulous and was so attentive and kind when we had questions about the home. She was such a joy to correspond with and such a great asset to an amazing accommodation in this wonderful pocket of paradise. Thank you for allowing our family to be guests in your home. The Martin family - March 2023

Excellent comfort, location, and interactions

Reviewed on 2023-04-25 by Unknown of Steamboat Springs, CO United States
Updated on 2023-04-25
Review of stay from 2023-04-15 to 2023-04-22
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Our family of four was very comfortable here and this home has one of the best-stocked kitchens of the homes we’ve stayed in. It is literally a handful of steps to the beach-access trail, a short walk to Tunnels (awesome snorkeling!), and 12-15 minutes to either Haena (get your permit 30 days ahead!) or Hanalei. It’s a lovely, quiet neighborhood and area of the island.

The managers were quickly responsive and helpful! I would bring my family here again, without a doubt.

Wonderful stay on Kauai

Reviewed on 2023-06-12 by Unknown of Lincoln, MA US
Updated on 2023-06-28
Review of stay from 2023-05-19 to 2023-05-26
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Perfect house. Nice layout, clean, amazing views of Kauai's north coast on one side and sea on the other. Steps from a hidden beach with great snorkeling.

Perfect Getaway

Reviewed on 2023-12-30 by Mike S. of Lakeway, TX US
Updated on 2023-12-30
Review of stay from 2023-12-22 to 2023-12-29
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Great time, great house, great location. Perfect amenities for our family. Recommend highly. Lacking nothing.

amazing!!

Reviewed on 2023-08-07 by misty m. of San Anselmo, CA US
Updated on 2023-08-29
Review of stay from 2023-07-17 to 2023-07-22
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wonderful quiet place to stay

Amazing house.

Reviewed on 2023-09-07 by Unknown of Temecula, CA US
Updated on 2023-09-29
Review of stay from 2023-08-28 to 2023-09-03
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We stayed for a week at the end of Aug. beginning of Sept. with our son and his wife. There is plenty of room to spread out and have privacy. The master suite is at the opposite end of the great room or living space from the other two bedrooms and bath. The house is absolutely gorgeous, the pictures do not do it justice. I couldn’t believe how huge the wrap around deck was and the gas bbq works great! The kitchen has everything you need and then some. Unfortunately there was a problem with the dishwasher during our stay,but we were ok with hand washing. The week we were there the beach out front was a little windy/choppy so not great for swimming or snorkeling, however it’s a relatively short walk to Haena/Tunnels where there is some protection from the wind. There is a restaurant (Opakapaka) right next door at the Colony about a 3 minute walk away. Generous drink pours, so-so food, beautiful views.
If you’re looking for privacy and luxury this is the place.

Just a few notes:
The A/C works great
There are beach chairs, an umbrella, cooler and fins at the house
If you take night walks wear bug spray
Everything is clean and sparkling - I almost walked through a sliding glass door :D
Be sure to walk out on the beach at night, the stargazing is to die for.

Magic Haena

Reviewed on 2019-07-19 by Richard M. of Auckland, AUK New Zealand
Updated on 2019-07-22
Review of stay from 2019-07-07 to 2019-07-15
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Well equiped and well situated house perfect for a family holiday. The facilities are well considered and the house super clean. Cannot recommend highly enough. Very special part of the island.
Manager response on 2019-07-22 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Haena is a beautiful area to stay and visit.

Family Vacation

Reviewed on 2019-07-24 by Diane K. of Canton, OH US
Updated on 2019-07-29
Review of stay from 2019-06-29 to 2019-07-06
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A wonderful family holiday with our adult children who live in different cities than my husband and I. A fabulous venue for this cherished family time. High quality furnishings! We all had a blast!!!
Manager response on 2019-07-29 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Diane, We are very pleased you had a great vacation and enjoyed our home. We greatly appreciate your review as well! Mahalo

Paradise

Reviewed on 2020-03-22 by Unknown of Iowa City, IA United States
Updated on 2020-03-24
Review of stay from 2020-03-14 to 2020-03-18
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We had a wonderful stay at Haena Kai despite the rainy weather. The house is immaculately clean and tastefully updated. The kitchen has everything you need if you are inclined to cook and is stocked with many spices and even olive oil. The view from the upper deck and master bedroom is beautiful and the house is only steps from the beach where you can swim and snorkel. Our property manager Lu went above and beyond in securing us other accommodations when the rain necessitated an emergency evacuation due to possible closure of the Hanalei bridge. Would love to return! This is a special part of the island - very quiet, lush and pleasantly isolated.
Manager response on 2020-03-24 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed our home and the fantastic views! We greatly appreciate your 5 star review as well!

It’s perfect. Book it already.

Reviewed on 2019-12-24 by Stephanie K. of View Park, CA United States
Updated on 2019-12-30
Review of stay from 2019-12-02 to 2019-12-08
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We visited Kauai for the second time and knew we wanted to stay somewhere on the North Shore this trip. We found this home and couldn’t have had a better experience. The house is remodeled and stylistically well-designed. The house was perfectly outfitted with everything we needed from cooking supplies in the kitchen to beach chairs. It was steps from the beach and we were even able to walk to tunnels beach known for incredible snorkeling and Haena beach. There was also a coffee shop and restaurant nearby. We cooked breakfast at the house. While there was also a grill available too, we did the short drive to Hanalei on a regular basis for dinner. We were there in December so the weather was pleasant and we slept with the windows open and listened to the sound of the ocean every night. The lanai deck was huge! We could see the ocean from the master bed and one of the guest bedrooms and the mountains from the other side of the house. The floor to ceiling windows were great to take in all the sites surrounding us. While we didn’t need them, we noticed, there were air conditioning units in every room. We loved this place and I’m already trying to plan a family trip here. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay.
Manager response on 2019-12-30 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the convience and design of our home for your stay! We greatly appreciate your review as well.  

A Seven Day Stay

Reviewed on 2020-01-28 by Peter V. of Fairfield, CA United States
Updated on 2020-02-02
Review of stay from 2020-01-19 to 2020-01-26
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Our group of 4 adults were very satisfied. The house was as advertised. We loved the area for it’s low key lifestyle, away from the throngs of Hawaiian visitors.

Our property manager was very responsive when needed. The house is well appointed.

We were mesmerized by the high surf all week from the bedroom views.

The only negatives were the house construction next door and what I feel is a high cleaning fee of $445.00. We were expecting some bar soap in the bathrooms
but only liquid hand soap was stocked.
I will recommend a stay here to all our friends looking for a quiet Hawaiian vacation.
Manager response on 2020-02-02 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay, and enjoyed the homes views and location ! We hope to see you again in the near future. We greatly appreciate your review as well.  

Heaven in Haena

Reviewed on 2021-05-20 by Susan H. of Columbia, MO United States
Updated on 2021-05-20
Review of stay from 2021-05-11 to 2021-05-18
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Our family spent eight days in Haena Kai and could not have had a better experience. The home is beautiful and is a perfect location for a relaxing vacation. The beach is about two minutes away and the views of the mountains are spectacular. We saw a rainbow most mornings. The decor is tastefully done, comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. The beds are so comfortable. Nothing disappointed. Our property manager, Lu, was amazing and was always ready to help if we needed anything or had questions.. Hawaii Life really worked to make this vacation happen for us as we had to cancel due to COVID in 2020. We loved every minute.

Beautiful Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2021-07-23 by Charlotte R. of Richardson, TX United States
Updated on 2021-07-27
Review of stay from 2021-07-10 to 2021-07-17
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After honeymooning in Kauai 35 years ago, my husband and I returned and stayed at beautiful Haena Kai with our grown children. One of the first things you notice when walking in the house are the breathtaking views of the mountains and ocean from the magnificent windows! The home is designed so well and flows wonderfully. There is a table on the lanai to enjoy meals outdoors, as well as two lounge chairs. The kitchen is well equipped with all needed equipment, serveware, etc. It was a delight to cook meals while enjoying the great views. The bedrooms and baths are lovely. Lu, the property manager left us a welcome note, but we never felt the need to bother her with a question. The beach is steps away down a little beach access path and several other beaches are close by. Hanalei is about 15 min. away. The road closures really did not impact our stay - just plan accordingly for whatever activities you have planned. We hated to leave and are already planning a return visit. Haena Kai is truly magical! Mahalo for a wonderful week!
Manager response on 2021-07-27 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation! We are also glad that your Home Host was helpful to you! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Loving life at Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2020-12-03 by Joey M. of El cerrito, CA US
Updated on 2020-12-03
Review of stay from 2020-11-24 to 2020-12-01
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We had a wonderful stay in Haena Kai. The first thing we needed to know was, how close is the beach? Well, it is super close -- maybe 150 steps -- and the beach did not disappoint one bit. The home itself is luxurious, clean and modern, with lots of nice little touches. At the time of this review, their music playback (sound system) was under repair, leaving us with no way to play music, but the main event is not hanging in the house but rather being in Kauai -- go get outside!

Our concierge/host was Lu -- and she was fantastic, always quick to reply to a question. She even delivered us fresh basil and lemons on two separate occasions.

Overall, we loved it and cannot wait to return.

Amazing home in Kauai

Reviewed on 2021-03-31 by Laura B. of New York, NY US
Updated on 2021-03-31
Review of stay from 2021-03-07 to 2021-03-09
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We loved our stay at this modern, luxurious home. Such a great place. Will definitely return again.

perfect for our family

Reviewed on 2021-06-15 by Stacy G. of La Cañada Flintridge, CA United States
Updated on 2021-06-25
Review of stay from 2021-06-06 to 2021-06-13
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Haena Kai is a gorgeous, well-appointed home steps from the beach in a remote area of Kauai. If you want a secluded island paradise with modern amenities (broadband, A/C), this is it! Lu, the Haena Kai host, and Meghan, the housekeeper, are amazing - incredibly responsive, attentive to detail, and hard-working. The house is white-glove clean upon arrival, but more importantly, they work overtime to ensure that your experience is stress-free when things come up during your stay (even if they're not related to the house itself). Truly amazing client service!

Be aware that it takes 1.5-2 hours to drive from Haena Kai to the South Side of the island, which is where many of Kauai's featured attractions are (virtually all scuba diving, Waimea canyon, Wailua falls, Poipu, etc.), and that the Hanalei hill landslide (spring/summer 2021) means that careful scheduling is required if you want to do anything on the other 90% of the island. On a weekday, for instance, you can't travel between the two sides between the hours of 7:45a-1p, 2:30-5:30p, or 11p-5:30a. Even during open hours, be prepared for long waits to get across. It also means that things take longer to service; one of the A/C units broke before we arrived and wasn't going to be fixed until well after we left. This is just a fact of life on this part of the island; if it's something that's going to bother you, don't stay here.

Hanalei, Tunnels, Napali/Kalalau, Ha'ena State Park, and Ke'e are all very close and absolutely beautiful, as well as less busy than their South Shore counterparts (NB: as of 5/2021, non-residents need reservations to enter Ha'ena State Park/Ke'e Beach/Kalalau).

Manager response on 2021-06-25 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are hopeful the road work will be complete in the Fall but we trust everyone coming will enjoy the precious tranquility in the meantime. We appreciate this feedback. Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation! We are also glad that your Home Host was helpful to you! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Perfect 5 Star Vacation!!!

Reviewed on 2021-08-16 by Tyler C. of Des Peres, MO US
Updated on 2021-08-17
Review of stay from 2021-08-07 to 2021-08-14
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This is one of the nicest vacation homes we have ever stayed in, and was perfect for our family of five. Pictures do not do it justice. Well stocked kitchen with anything you need, open floor plan, HUGE wrap around deck where we ate most meals. A/C throughout the house which was helpful on warm afternoons. Location is literally 40 steps to an uncrowded beach, where we snorkeled everyday. We could not have been more pleased with the stay and will definitely be back. HIGHLY recommend the concierge service as well - they were extremely helpful with provisioning groceries in advance, etc.
Manager response on 2021-08-17 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation as this is truly such a beautiful home in a great location! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Haena Kai- our home away from home

Reviewed on 2021-07-27 by Unknown of Los Angeles, CA United States
Updated on 2021-07-27
Review of stay from 2021-07-18 to 2021-07-25
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This was our third stay in this house. We love the home and the staff of Hawaii Life were once again excellent at accommodating all our requests. Our familiarity with the property enabled us to notice the upgrades the owners have made over the past few years. We have chosen to continue to return to this home because of its ideal location, the layout and amenities of the home, the fantastic location and friendly neighbors.
We had only one issue on this trip. The sink in the two bedroom wing was not draining. The staff at Hawaii Life promptly came by to drano the sink, but it did not work. We did not request for the sink to be snaked, but it would have been ideal if the sinks were checked before hand. This is a small complaint for an otherwise perfect stay.
Thank you to the owners and Hawaii Life for the great experience. We will definitely be back!
Manager response on 2021-07-27 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Thanks for being such a great guest we are so glad you love to return. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation! We are also glad that your Home Host was helpful to you, we will let them know of the sink problem and will have this fixed! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Great stay at Haena Kai House

Reviewed on 2021-11-22 by Julie J. of ALDEN, NY US
Updated on 2021-11-24
Review of stay from 2021-11-14 to 2021-11-20
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Wonderful Stay!
Manager response on 2021-11-24 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Paradise

Reviewed on 2022-01-17 by Jill G. of Scottsdale, AZ US
Updated on 2022-01-21
Review of stay from 2022-01-05 to 2022-01-15
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If you are looking at this house to rent DO IT
Perfect in every way
Location, views, comfort and joy
Best place ever
We will be back because I know we’ll never find anything better
Easy walk to a quiet beach. Isolated but a quick trip to Hanelai
We were lucky to have perfect weather
Manager response on 2022-01-21 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

A really great property

Reviewed on 2022-02-26 by Jonathan F. of toronto , ON Canada
Updated on 2022-03-21
Review of stay from 2022-01-30 to 2022-02-08
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The house was even nicer then the pictures. It was wonderful. I was concerned about the drive given past reviews but found it an easy and peaceful. A great stay and well equipped house
Manager response on 2022-03-21 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Mahalo for the great review! We are glad you had a wonderful vacation! We hope to host you again. Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

Incredible North Shore Experience

Reviewed on 2022-12-02 by Tim M. of Los Angeles, CA Unknown
Updated on 2022-12-28
Review of stay from 2022-11-10 to 2022-11-16
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A truly remarkable experience and our favorite trip to Hawaii ever. Very responsive and helpful property managers. Just a one minute walk to a quiet beach with incredible snorkeling. My kids had names for all the local turtles by the end of the trip. The house was also completely updated and dialed in. It’s like staying in a luxury home in a rainforest. If you like to be off the beaten path and the opposite of Wikiki - this is the house for you. 10/10
Manager response on 2022-12-28 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We are so glad to have hosted you on your vacation and that you enjoyed your stay! Mahalo for your review, this truly appreciate your feedback! Mahalo Nui Loa, Hawaii Life Vacations.

The 1010 Property review

Reviewed on 2015-01-04 by Richard Z. of Chicopee, MA United States
Updated on 2015-01-05
Review of stay from 2014-12-27 to 2015-01-02
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The stay at our property was great. The property was in pristine condition after a considerable renovation. I would consider our rental to have been excellent. There was a great view that is better than the pictures capture.The neighborhood was quiet, although quite a few people park just outside our front wall to access the beach.
Here are my collective thoughts:
1. The TV was great but required frequent pushing of the button on the cable input to get get the remote to function. A write up for this would help non savy elctronic users.
2. The internet was superb and fast.
3. The coffee maker is new and I suspect defective as the 8 o'clock hour on the digital LED display is non functional. Had to steep coffee. A back-up tea strainer would help.
4. The gas grill is brand new and clean.
5. Hope more spices accumulate as the house continues to rent.
5. The large box as the table stand could be an unsafe hazard for child suffocation and should be fastened shut.
6.Large white counter is in excellent condition but suspect it may ultimately receive tough stains. Need to look at the best non-abrasive cleaner.
7. A 6 person hot tub on the non beach side deck would be a great add-on for the house.
8. A shoe tray might be in order inside the door to catch sand if people don't want shoes wet left outside from heavy rain.
Kitchen utensils is nothing but spectacular.
9.If it were my property,I would secure extra cleaning supplies in garage, while leaving god accessibility to surfboard which got a lot of good use by my son.
10. The entrance roads have potholes and would think that somehow the neighborhood works together to continuously improve the surface.
11. Would label trash cans for recycling if that is system that is used.
Manager response on 2015-01-05 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Richard, thanks so much for sharing such detailed feedback. It is important for us to receive this information so that we can continue to better our homes. We hope to host you again on your next vacation to Kauai! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Great house on Kauai

Reviewed on 2015-07-28 by Barbara C. of Portland, OR United States
Updated on 2015-08-11
Review of stay from 2015-07-18 to 2015-07-25
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We had a wonderful time in this well appointed and beautiful house
Manager response on 2015-08-11 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Barbara, We are so pleased that your trip was a success and that Haena Kai met all your expectations. We hope to host you again soon! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Nice and newly remodeled beach house

Reviewed on 2015-03-12 by Unknown of El Cerrito, CA United States
Updated on 2015-03-27
Review of stay from 2015-02-17 to 2015-02-24
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My family and I (wife, two kids, parents, in-laws) really enjoyed our recent stay at this beautifully remodeled house near the beach. Despite our large party, the house felt VERY spacious and comfortable. The beds were marvelous and we all slept well - listening to the sounds of the ocean all night. The location was remote (15 min outside of Hanalei) and quiet. A small path led to the peaceful beach, located a half mile east of Tunnels with a decent surf break (past the reef). The kids were able to swim due to the large reef (waves were a couple hundred yards off shore), a notable consideration in the winter months (i.e., high surf). We enjoyed close access to the 'end of the road' (hiking, Ke'e beach), a short two mile drive and at least one restaurant nearby. Beach accessories were provided (chairs, umbrella, boogie boards). I highly recommend this house if you have a large travel party.
Manager response on 2015-03-27 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Thomas, It sounds like you had a great trip and took full advantage of Haena Kai's great amenities. Come back soon! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Great Home

Reviewed on 2015-04-22 by Libby H. of New York, NY US
Updated on 2015-05-27
Review of stay from 2015-03-29 to 2015-04-08
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My family of 5 loved staying Haena Kai. This private home is spotless, bright and airy. We loved the close proximity to the beach path and the easy flow of the house. The managers were extremely attentive and available for anything we needed. We will definitely be back.
Manager response on 2015-05-27 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Libby, Thanks for the great feedback. We love to hear when we do our job well. We look forward to hosting you again in the future! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Fabulous house!

Reviewed on 2015-06-08 by Miriam Z. of Takoma Park, MD USA
Updated on 2015-08-12
Review of stay from 2015-05-29 to 2015-06-05
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This is a very beautiful and comfortable house, thoughtfully designed and outfitted. Everything was clean and in working order, even seemed new! We liked the location at nearly the end of the North Shore road within walking distance to beautiful Tunnels beach where we swam every day. Lovely views from the lanai. Management was super responsive when we couldn't figure out TV settings. (A printed guide left for guests would be the only improvement we'd recommend.) Very satisfied and recommend highly.
Manager response on 2015-08-12 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Miriam, Thank you so much for your lovely review. Glad to hear that your trip was a success! Please think of us again on your next visit. Kindly, Hawaii Life

Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2015-08-16 by Su C. of Alexandria, VA United States
Updated on 2015-08-19
Review of stay from 2015-08-05 to 2015-08-10
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The house was gorgeous. Views of the ocean to our right and of the mountains to the left as you stand in the kitchen - breathtaking. The house was beautifully furnished and decorated and I will never forget the amazing lanai that wraps around half the house.
Manager response on 2015-08-19 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha, We are so happy that your stay at Haena Kai was so pleasurable. Can't beat those views! Please think of us again on your next trip to the islands! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Fantastic House on North Shore

Reviewed on 2015-09-29 by Eric L. of Oakland, CA United States
Updated on 2015-10-01
Review of stay from 2015-08-10 to 2015-08-17
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Haena Kai is an amazing house, about 200 steps from the beach. Loved the open floor plan and the kitchen was perfect for family meals. Location was amazing, especially as we would rather be away from the hustle and bustle (relatively speaking) of Hanalei.

We were there in August and it was very hot but there are 3 or 4 portable air conditioning units. Along with the fans we could cool the house down in the evenings. Didn't matter much as we mostly lounged out on the lanai looking at the stars and listening to the ocean. The kids got their first view of the Milky Way!

Perhaps hard to believe but it's even better than the pictures. The Hawaii Life mobile app was a great touch and made everything very easy. In short, one of the best vacation rentals we've ever used. Would highly recommend.
Manager response on 2015-10-01 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Eric, Thanks so much for your feedback. It sounds like you and the family had a great stay. So glad to hear that the app was useful to you! We hope to host you again in the future! Kindly, Hawaii Life

Paradise!!

Reviewed on 2015-08-24 by Unknown of Los Alamitos, CA United States
Updated on 2015-09-10
Review of stay from 2015-08-17 to 2015-08-20
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Haena Kai offers gorgeous views, open/airy floor plan and quaint decor! We loved the location and close proximity of beach access. Enjoyed the beautiful sunrise & sunsets! Was the perfect place to "wrap up" our family vacation in Kauai. We will always treasure our time here, and hope to visit again!
Manager response on 2015-09-10 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Granger, Sounds like you had a great stay! We hope to host you on your return visit to the islands. Kindly, Hawaii Life

Fantastic home

Reviewed on 2016-04-24 by Libby H. of New York, NY US
Updated on 2016-04-25
Review of stay from 2016-04-06 to 2016-04-07
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The only thing this house is missing is an outside shower! We love this home!
Manager response on 2016-04-25 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Libby! So glad that Haena Kai was a hit and that you loved the home. Please think of us again upon your return to the islands!

Modern beach house

Reviewed on 2015-11-29 by Unknown of , United States
Updated on 2015-12-01
Review of stay from 2015-11-19 to 2015-11-27
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Great location comfortable house. My only complaint was a strange smell of fragrance everywhere. Someone sprayed either fragrance or something else. It would be wise to use a steamer instead of spaying scented air freshioner for the sensitive people out there.This house has great bathrooms and one comfortable bed. The other two beds need pillow tops the beds are hard. If someone wants a hard bed they can just take off the pillow top. Overall nice house with nice views of mountain and ocean.
Manager response on 2015-12-01 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Heather, We are so glad that you were pleased with Haena Kai and found it both comfortable and ideally located. We will certainly look further into the fragrance issue, thanks for sharing your feedback. In regards to the beds, we would like to mention that all 3 beds in the home are identically outfitted with same top-of-the-line mattresses and pillow tops. We hope to host you again on your next visit to Kauai. Kindly, Hawaii Life

Awesome Place on Rugged North Shore

Reviewed on 2016-03-22 by Unknown of Toronto, IA United States
Updated on 2016-04-11
Review of stay from 2016-03-11 to 2016-03-18
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Fantastic spot on the rugged north shore. Very clean and recently completely renovated (2 years ago). Great family living area (kitchen, dining and couches) to hang out and enjoy. Very short (1 minute) walk to one of the best beaches and views on island. The north coast is rainy but so green, rugged and beautiful. 10 min drive to the state park and best hikes on island. A great location for an active family!
Manager response on 2016-04-11 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Kayvon! Happy that you enjoyed your stay at Haena Kai, come back soon!

Haena Heaven

Reviewed on 2016-04-25 by David B. of Lexington, MA United States
Updated on 2016-04-25
Review of stay from 2016-04-16 to 2016-04-23
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My family thoroughly enjoyed a week at Haena Kai this April. Despite more rain than anticipated, it was heavenly. The rental is beautiful, impeccably decorated and clean, located in a quiet nook just feet from the ocean. Views to the ocean and to Makana are stunning. I challenge anybody to stay there and not dream of staying forever.
Manager response on 2016-04-25 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha David! We love your challenge! We also love that you enjoyed so much your stay at Haena Kai. You may not be able to stay forever but you can come back for a visit and we look forward to seeing you then!

Beautiful house and space.

Reviewed on 2017-01-09 by Kyla B. of Toronto, ON Canada
Updated on 2017-01-23
Review of stay from 2016-12-25 to 2017-01-07
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We loved being in the lush northern part of the island. The snorkelling right does the path from the house and the walks along the beach were stunning and perfect.
The house itself is perfectly laid out. Loved the kitchen and all the windows and screened doors to get a breeze or enter and exit from. Beds were very comfortable.
Manager response on 2017-01-23 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Love all your great feedback about Hanea Kai!

A great house in a perfect place

Reviewed on 2016-08-22 by Gregory O. of Plan les Ouates, XX Switzerland
Updated on 2016-08-29
Review of stay from 2016-07-30 to 2016-08-04
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Hana Kai is a beautifully decorated and recently renovated house, located 50 meters from a beautiful beach, great for snorkeling. The house has a great living space with beautifully equipped kitchen, with plenty of tableware and silverware, great for cooking lovers. The master bedroom is well separated from the other 2 bedrooms, which is nice, with excellent linen and relaxing decoration in all rooms

The house has a large Lanai (although not fully covered, so it takes a bit of luck with the occasional showers) with a nice view of the sea. It has all sorts of snorkeling equipment available, BBQ, Laundry.

The house is on a very quiet gravel road, very silent, with just the remote sound of the waves. It is a short 5-10 minutes walk from the 2 other Tunnels Beach bays by the road, or you can enjoy a fantastic 15-20 walk to Tunnels to enjoy sunset, see the Hawaii Seals, swim with turtles and tropical fish all along the way.

We found this place wonderful and would go ANY TIME AGAIN.
Manager response on 2016-08-29 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Gregory! We would gladly host you again anytime. Come back soon!

A lovely retreat

Reviewed on 2016-10-01 by Sharon C. of Santa Barbara, CA United States
Updated on 2016-10-03
Review of stay from 2016-09-20 to 2016-09-28
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My family loved the house, nearby beach, and all the fun events that you can experience from this north shore location. I usually snorkel at Tunnels beach but didn't feel the need to leave our neighborhood beach. There were turtles and schools of beautiful fish just a few steps away, The neighbors were very friendly and the neighborhood was very welcoming. We will probably return to this property. Just as a side note...the screen on one of the sliding doors in the back bedroom has a small tear and the screen door on one of the living room sliders doesn't stay in the track as it has a bit of rust which impedes with the wheels. These were not an issue...just something that should probably be addressed. Thanks--
Manager response on 2016-10-03 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha Sharon! Thanks for all the great feedback. We appreciate it!

A wonderful stay!

Reviewed on 2017-09-04 by Julie C. of Los Angeles, CA United States
Updated on 2017-10-19
Review of stay from 2017-08-13 to 2017-08-19
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We had an amazing time! The house was perfect for our needs and steps away from the beach.
Manager response on 2017-10-19 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! We are so glad to hear that you had an amazing time with us and you had everything you needed for a great stay! It is such a treat to be so near to the beach and it sounds like you were able to make use of this home's location. We hope you were able to make some lasting memories! Thank you so much for your excellent review and recommendation, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

The Life

Reviewed on 2017-01-21 by David B. of , United States
Updated on 2017-01-21
Review of stay from 2017-01-15 to 2017-01-19
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The rental couldn't have been more perfect! I have stayed at dozens of VRBO's and this place by far exceeded my expectations. It has every amenity you could think of and beyond. Plenty of beach towels, amazing location, updated, clean and serene. The kitchen was stocked with appropriate pots and pans, and kitchen essentials. The pictures are great- but they don't do it justice.
The only thing that got to me is the dog next door barking for an hour every morning at 630 and the lack of condiments that surely are left behind in the fridge that aren't left for the next guest.
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Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2017-05-29 by Margaret F. of Saint Louis, MO United States
Updated on 2017-05-30
Review of stay from 2017-05-16 to 2017-05-24
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This house was designed to be the perfect beach home. ALl the furnishings were first class. The only down side, it did get a bit warm during the day As long as we would turn on the AC units in the bedrooms and close the doors, we were fine. Awesome location, unreal island!
Manager response on 2017-05-30 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! Thank you for the great review and for being such great guests! We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and were able to utilize the air conditioning in the bedrooms during the warmer days! We hope to see you again soon on your next visit!

Perfect getaway house in the North

Reviewed on 2017-02-19 by Katherine G. of Baltimore, MD United States
Updated on 2017-05-15
Review of stay from 2017-02-11 to 2017-02-15
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We had an incredible time. This house is tucked away on a beautiful local beach, so you feel like you are away from it all but are within a 15 minute drive of the main town and close by to great hiking spots. The house is comfortable, with plenty of space, and it was well-equipped with everything we needed. We can't wait to come back!
Manager response on 2017-05-15 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
We totally agree and very much appreciate your feedback, Katherine! The home's location is the perfect distance from civilization and so wrapped in natural beauty. Please do stay with us again!

AMAZING

Reviewed on 2017-02-22 by Megan M. of Hermosa Beach, CA United States
Updated on 2017-05-15
Review of stay from 2017-02-16 to 2017-02-20
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This house exceeded our expectations from the moment we arrived. The location is unreal - step outside the driveway and the beach access is right there. The house is unbelievable and has everything you need to feel at peace and relaxed in Kauai. We will be back - most likely at this same house. we LOVED it.
Manager response on 2017-05-15 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo! We are thrilled you so enjoyed your stay. We hope to provide you an equally enjoyable sojourn in the future.

Paradise Perfection

Reviewed on 2017-03-31 by Ian P. of houston, TX United States
Updated on 2017-05-15
Review of stay from 2017-03-08 to 2017-03-15
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This place was simply perfect. We wanted to be on the North shore in a quiet area very near the beach. We got all that plus Haena Kia was luxurious, clean, and well equipped. We had 3 adults and 3 kids in our party and everyone was very happy with this house. The beach chairs and toys were very much appreciated as well. The Greek restaurant and coffee shop in the neighboring development were conveniently close, and Hanalei was a scenic 20 minute drive away. If I had to pick a favorite aspect of the house it was being able to sleep with the windows open, and screens shut in order to hear the ocean as we fell asleep and woke up. Thanks
Manager response on 2017-05-15 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Mahalo, Ian, for your kind observations. Listening to the gentle hush of the breaking waves and wind rustling in the palms makes sleeping at Haena Kai most blissful. May you enjoy the experience again and soon!

2nd time at Haena Kai

Reviewed on 2017-08-02 by Debra S. of Alpharetta, GA US
Updated on 2017-09-05
Review of stay from 2017-07-08 to 2017-07-17
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This is a truly special place. My family and I rented this home last summer and fell in love with this part of Kauai. The home is maintained beautifully and the location is amazing. The beds are super comfortable and the kitchen is fully equipped. It is walking distance to my favorite beach of all time...Tunnels. I'm already dreaming of returning.
Manager response on 2017-09-05 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! We are so happy to have you back again at Haena Kai! It's great you were able to make use of this home's close proximity to Tunnels, it's one of our favorite beaches too! Mahalo for being such a pleasant guest and for your great review. We look forward to seeing you and your family again on your next trip to Kauai!

Excellent Location/House

Reviewed on 2017-05-08 by Unknown of Portsmouth, NH United States
Updated on 2017-05-09
Review of stay from 2017-04-29 to 2017-05-06
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Stayed here with 2 other couples. House was perfect for us and in a great location. Would highly recommend and likely be back some day.
Manager response on 2017-05-09 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! We are very happy to hear your group enjoyed this home and it met all of your needs! Mahalo for being such great guests and we hope to see you again soon!

Haena Kai rental

Reviewed on 2018-03-25 by Unknown of Toronto, ON Canada
Updated on 2018-03-28
Review of stay from 2018-03-12 to 2018-03-23
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House is nicely appointed, ideal for 4 people (king bed and 2 doubles, with a cot in the king bedroom... not very comfortable). The house functions well, but the main living area is extremely hot ( no air conditioning). The house is located near the beach (approximately 2 minute walk).
Manager response on 2018-03-28 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! Thank you for sharing your experience with us and bringing some of your concerns to our attention. We hope you were able to enjoy your time despite the temperatures and rain storms and enjoy this home's ideal beach location! With the highly unusual and frustrating conditions caused by the inclement weather in Kauai the last few weeks, we apologize that your experience was not as exceptional as it could have been. We appreciate you being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again!

Wonderful Home on the Beach!

Reviewed on 2017-10-20 by Indiana B. of New York, NY United States
Updated on 2017-11-09
Review of stay from 2017-10-09 to 2017-10-13
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My family had a wonderful stay at Haena Kai. It is in a quiet and residential part of the island, steps from the beach and really a magical spot. The rooms are VERY comfortable, it's clean, well appointed, and a great gathering spot!! We absolutely loved the home.

However, it's important to know two things:
1. We had read on the reviews that the main living room/kitchen/hang out area in the house was hot, but I don’t think we realized just how hot it was... my family really couldn’t spend time together inside during the day or late afternoon because the space was so warm. This also made it challenging to cook and when we hosted guests for a bbq they had to leave early because it was too warm. We tend to be very outdoorsy and easy going so we didn’t pay much mind to those reviews when booking the house. We've gotta say just to warn guests, it really did impact our experience when we were home! The good news is that we spent a lot of time outside on the beach during the day and the bedrooms are air-conditioned so sleep was easy. The brokers responded to our feedback and said "Yes, the heat has been an issue in this house and we have been having trouble finding a solar company that wants to take on this project of switching over some of the fans to manual a/c power. We are aware of this issue and are actively trying to remedy it. Bailey is planning to put more fans in addition to the two that are already there to help with more air movement. We have also been in communication with a new solar company to see if they have any ideas for the heat problem in the living room." So they know the problem!
2. When there is a heavy rain, the bridges close in the area often. We luckily didn't miss our flight, but it was a close call as our cab driver said that they were going to close any minute due to flooding! Important to keep in mind that this may impact your trip to the airport if it rains a good amount.
Manager response on 2017-11-09 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! Thank you for your review and recommendation! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed this home’s location and were able to experience a lot of the surrounding beaches and sites. We apologize that you were uncomfortable with the temperature in the home, we have been experiencing high humidity levels with low trade winds, which does add more heat. As you mentioned in your review, the home does at least have air conditioned bedrooms which is a nice luxury in Kauai. The living room, which seems to be the warmest room, has multiple sliding doors on both sides as well as windows along the bottom of the whole house which does help with airflow. The living room also has 4 fans, two overhead and two towers to help. The fans that have trouble working are the solar powered fans that are in each bathroom that stop working just in the evening because there is not enough power from the panels, and we are working to be able to manually switch them over to ac power. We greatly appreciate your feedback and Mahalo to you and your group for being such pleasant guests. We look forward to seeing you again on your next trip!

Paradise really does exist!!

Reviewed on 2017-08-18 by Rebecca V. of Denver, CO United States
Updated on 2017-09-18
Review of stay from 2017-07-29 to 2017-08-02
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We really couldn't say enough good things to describe what an amazing place this true gem is. I almost hesitated to review it wanting to keep this selfishly our own little secret! You feel like you are staying in someone's home, not just a rental. It is nothing like the large planned very populated development of Princeville, it's a quant quiet neighborhood. Immaculate place, stylishly designed, kitchen with every thought of tool to whip up whatever you want. The house does get very hot during the day, but that didn't bother us one bit, why would you want to be inside when you have the most amazing outside settings?!?! The heat forces you outside to the most incredible wrap around deck that you can find plenty of shade and nice seating areas any time of day. There are air conditioning units in each of the bedrooms so night time is very comfortable. More highlights: clean, modern, a stones throw walk to an unpopulated beach, amazing sunsets, close to "the end of the road", so you can be the first one to get parking when hiking Kalalau, quiet, close enough to Hanalei if you want to get into a "town". We all wish we could stay longer and get back soon. We spent a few days in Poipu after being at Haena Kai it and almost felt like a disappointing step down. The management contact was extremely responsive and very easy to work with. Counting the days til we can return.........
Manager response on 2017-09-18 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! Thank you so much for the amazing review and recommendation! We are so glad you were comfortable and were able to make yourself at home at Haena Kai. Although it can become warm during the day, we are very happy to hear that didn't take away your from enjoyment and allowed you to experience more time outside! It sounds like you were able to make good use of the location and have fun at all of the surrounding attractions. Mahalo for being such great guests and we look forward to seeing you again!

A week in Paradise

Reviewed on 2017-10-02 by Laurie Gerber . of Salinas, CA United States
Updated on 2017-11-08
Review of stay from 2017-09-09 to 2017-09-16
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The house was perfect. We especially enjoyed the deck - watching the sunset and sunrise, morning coffee, and evening dinners. We loved the beach which was a two minute stroll away.
Manager response on 2017-11-08 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your "week in Paradise!" Watching the sunset and enjoying meals on the deck sounds amazing and it seems like you were able to make use of this home's close proximity to the beach! We hope you had everything you needed for a pleasant experience and we would love to have you return on your next trip. Mahalo for the great review and recommendation!

Stunning Home and Amazing Location

Reviewed on 2017-12-27 by Unknown of Boise, ID United States
Updated on 2018-02-08
Review of stay from 2017-12-10 to 2017-12-19
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The home was expertly designed and decorated and a joy to be in. We enjoyed all parts of the wrap around deck and the grounds, particularly while playing hide and go seek with our preschooler. The 2 minute walk to the fantastic beach was so easy. We have already talked about returning.
Manager response on 2018-02-08 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed this home and location! The wrap around deck is such a special feature and playing hide and go seek with your child sounds so fun! The close proximity to the beach is so rewarding and we are glad to know you were able to experience a lot of what this home has to offer. Mahalo for the great review and recommendation! We appreciate you being such wonderful guests and we look forward to seeing you again on your next trip.

Great house in Haena

Reviewed on 2018-04-10 by Unknown of Princeton , NJ United States
Updated on 2018-04-17
Review of stay from 2018-03-29 to 2018-04-03
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Great house, great location, 360 decks/360 views. 100 yard walk to great beach for snorkeling, not as great for pure swimming but Tunnels is a 1 mile drive or walk. Opakapaka restaurant next door has great Ahi. Modern house with clean lines and lots of light, and still comfortable. Only “issue” as mentioned by others is the heat in the main living area given all day sun over house and high ceilings. Keeping lower shutter windows open the whole stay helps but owners could easily fix the problem by adding a window AC unit in place of one of the shutter windows.
Manager response on 2018-04-17 - Response from Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
Aloha! Thank you so much for your review and recommendation! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed this home and had everything you needed for a wonderful stay. We agree, the nearby location to snorkeling beaches is definitely a special feature of this home and we are thrilled to hear you were able to explore the surrounding areas. We appreciate you sharing you experience with the heat in the living room, but we are glad to know this did not take too much away from your experience. Due to the suggestion recent guests have made requesting air conditioning in the main living area, we’re adding cooling units to the main room to ensure optimal comfort. We are planning to complete the installation in May. Mahalo for being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit!

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