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Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa.

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Pool
Pool
Master Shower
Master Bathroom with Jacuzzi right outside
Pool Sitting Area with TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kailua Bay Beach
  • Place, Kailua Beach
  • Place, Lanikai Beach
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Second Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa.

Perfect Kailua Home on 18,000 square feet of land all your own!! Lots of room to spread out!! We have a gorgeous newly tiled Swimming Pool and spa! You are invited to rest and relax in “Ka Hale Lai” , Kailua’s House of Serenity, 5 minutes to the beach, and a short drive to the heart of Kailua town. This is a Legal, licensed vacation rentalNUC#90/BB0034. You will feel like you are visiting old Hawaii in this classic home. Enjoy modern conveniences like AC in every room and new kitchen and bathrooms.
We invite you to experience the beauty of Kailua!!
We are located in a quiet Kailua neighborhood called Kaimalino—a short walk away from Turtle Beach. We are walking distance from a grocery store and restaurants but away from the busier Kailua town. We are close to the H-3 on ramp which can get you to the airport in 25 minutes. Sand bar and fishing charters available for additional fee if available.

The State of Hawaii is welcoming visitors with negative COVID tests and allowing legal vacation rentals starting this week! We are so excited to welcome you back to Ka Hale Lai!!
Sorry no discounts or extended term rates!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please turn off A/C units when not at house. . Please make sure A/C units are all off before checking out and all doors and windows are locked.
No diving allowed in pool.
No children allowed in pool without adult supervision. No children under 12 years allowed for safety reasons.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-027-765-7600-01, 1990/NUC-1839, 440250210000, GE-027-765-7600-01

About the area

Kailua

Located in Kailua, this holiday home is near the beach. Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Honolulu Zoo and Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden.
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Kailua, HI

What's nearby

  • Kailua Bay Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kaneohe Bay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kailua Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Lanikai Beach - 11 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 31 min drive
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kahuna Lanai - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kizuna Kailua - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Charleys Philly Steaks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Kailua Vacation at Ka Hale Lai-House of Serenity-pool and spa. located?

This family-friendly Kailua holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kailua Bay Beach and Kaneohe Bay. Kalama Beach Park and Kailua Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous vacay

The house and the grounds more than lived up to the pictures. The location was close to everything. The house was stocked with everything we needed and more. I wouldn’t give it just 5 stars but 100 if I could.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Loacation on a Beautiful Island

Pool was so refreshing after a long day on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Quiet Place

My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The pool and jacuzzi were a hit with the kids and the patio area was a nice place to hang out and play games for the adults. The backyard had plenty of space for my son and I to play catch.We appreciated the quietness of the area and being a bit off the traditionally beaten path. You aren't so far away from stuff that getting anywhere on the island didn't feel like a real trek.The best beach we visited in our week long stay was the one just down the road from the house. If you're anything like me or my family, you like not having all the chaos of Wikiki and having your own little oasis beach with limited numbers of people.The lone compliant we had about the house was that the walls are pretty thin, so if you're a light sleeper, anticipate a little bit of noise from your other housemates. All in all, we absolutely loved our stay and already miss the home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great place for our group of 7 adults ranging 24 to 80 years of age. Very close to other services as well
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large family home in Kailua

Our family of seven enjoyed our weeklong stay at this beautiful home in a residential area of Kailua. Beds were comfy. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. Safeway market was walking distance for supplies. The backyard has a lively pool and spa. There’s a beautiful beach a 20 minute walk from the house and the town of Kailua is a short drive. Beach towels & chairs were provided too. Highly recommend staying at this wonderful home..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

R&R

Loved everything about the house, location, amenities, cleanliness and accessibility. We would stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice property, quiet safe neighborhood. "Hot" tub did not go above room temperature; it was just a tub...disappointing after spending the day hiking. BBQ grill was gross, and we were not in the mood to clean it. Beverage cooler was also disgusting. Lights under the patio umbrella did not work. Smoke detectors were missing from the ceiling mounts in the living room and master suite. No indoor fireplace but there was an outdoor fire pit, no coffee grinder and the fridge ice maker also didn't work. Minor inconveniences but if it is listed on the profile, it should be provided. Paid the asking price but did not get all the listed amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lani D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true gem!

Wonderful property, such a great spot to really relax and walking distance from the beach and lots of other amenities. Pool and hot tub and whole backyard was such a plus. Loved the outdoor living area too! Highly recommend ☺️☺️☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Reunion

This was a wonderful space for my family to reunite for a celebration of life. Cousins, aunties and uncles from all over were able to join us for an evening in a beautiful and comfortable space. We enjoyed quiet time with our adult children on the lanai and by the pool on a surprisingly quiet street. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The pictures are accurate. There's a large pool, and a hot tub on the property, with a large yard for playing games in - with privacy from the road / neighbors. There's an outdoor seating area to play games and watch TV. The master suite is separate from the 'main' house - which is also nice. 4 spacious bedrooms, and a nice kitchen. The location is nice as well, you're pretty close to a bunch of restaurants, Target, Safeway, etc. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for our first Hawaiian visit

House is as advertised, in a very nice residential neighborhood. Amenities were very close by. Chris and Sara were wonderful hosts, answered our questions promptly prior to booking and made themselves available if we had issues (we didn't). If I had to mention anything, the second shower in the house was a little small but we had two other bathrooms so not a deal breaker by any means. If I'm ever in Oahu I will definitely try to book this property again! Thanks Chris & Sara for your hospitality!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We stayed with our 4 kids (6-12 years) & my parents. We appreciated the pool & hot tub, backyard with avocado & plumeria trees, space to spread out or gather. Nice neighborhood & location, away from the busy of Honolulu. Kitchen well-stocked. Host responsive when sheets didn’t fit correctly. Downsides - some beds/bedding could be updated. Pool very cold (kids braved it, but hard for adults) - though admittedly we were there in December. Overall, great stay. Lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

debra b., bellevue , washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

We had 5 adults and two children (2 and 3) stay in this beautiful home for a week. The house is very spacious with lots of room for everyone to spread out and feel comfortable. The outside yard and pool area were great, lots of space for the kids to run around. They have a nice covered patio with comfortable seating and a tv that we use every night while the kids were inside sleeping. The house was well stocked, very clean and a great location for us. The "primary" suite has its own entrance of the pool area which was nice privacy for us grandparents to use. Owners were quick to respond with any questions we had. The only downfall of the place was that the pool was not heated. This would probably not be a problem in better weather but we happened to be in Hawaii for unusual rainy, cloudy and windy weather for this time of year. Although the air was warm, the water was too cold to really take advantage of. Just something to be aware of. However, the hot tub area was used a lot!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A 4.5 rating

We have been visiting Oahu since 1994 and have stayed at many houses. The pros: lovely and quiet neighborhood. Great kitchen-well stocked, individual AC in each room, beds were comfortable, pool, hot tub and yard (although the pool has no hand rail to help older people step in and out). 5 minute drive to great beaches and easy access to other areas of Oahu. The walkable beach (Turtle Beach) is rocky and covered at high tide so not really useable. Beach chairs and umbrella available. New master suite was great. Needs attention: BBQ was filthy and had not been cleaned for a bit. One of the queen bedrooms had a lot of noise from the outside (maybe AC) which made it very hard to sleep in. Small bathroom shower is almost unusable due to the shower head…perhaps look at changing. Kitchen table only has 4 chairs. With 4 rooms and occupancy of 8, there should be 8 chairs. There was only 1 hair dryer for all 3 bathrooms, at least that we could find. All and all, we had a very nice 11 night stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A REALLY Nice Vacation Property

We stayed for about a week. Were on Oahu for a daughter's wedding. Visited Maui multiple previous times (loved it!!!), first time staying on Oahu. We loved, loved the property and it's location (southeast side of Oahu). That area of the island is beautiful and the "vibe" was perfect! Couldn't ask for a better place to stay. The house was clean and well maintained. Lots of individual A/C units to help cool each room and space. Really nice kitchen with high-end appliances. Lots of "elbow" room and plenty of cabinet/storage space. Our only critique of the the kitchen was the selection of tableware/dishes. The dishes (plates and bowls), could probably use a modest upgrade. Nice clothes washer and dryer. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all well-appointed with decent linens and plenty of towels. Everyone said their beds were pretty comfortable. Closet space was somewhat limited in a couple of the bedrooms, but plentiful in the other bedrooms. The backyard area is HUGE. Great area to hang out in. Only used the pool a little (due to our schedule), but it is a beautiful, well-maintained pool. There is a separate spa/jacuzzi, but we did not have an opportunity to use it, though it looked really nice. The house is great for a large family. The surrounding neighborhood is quiet and pretty peaceful. The location is central to a lot of things to do (at least on that side of the island). A small shopping center with a Safeway and several places to eat is 3-minute drive away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamiee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was nothing short of perfect for our family. The home is beautifully designed and filled with thoughtful touches that make it feel warm and welcoming. The backyard and pool were absolute highlights — our kids spent hours splashing and playing while we relaxed, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. The layout of the house made it easy for everyone to have their own space while still feeling connected. Everything was comfortable and well stocked — from kitchen essentials to pool and beach toys. It truly felt like a home away from home, only in paradise. We’re so grateful for the memories we made here and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

経保 田.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
問題なし
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful home. It's located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood and is incredibly convenient—super close to grocery stores and restaurants, and just a short walk to the beach. We encountered a couple of minor issues during our stay, and the host was wonderfully responsive and addressed them immediately. Our family had a great time, and we would happily recommend this home to anyone looking for a perfect spot in the Kailua area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax with many options for small or large gatherings. The kitchen was great for cooking and we enjoyed the outdoor dining table for dinner with friends. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect home away from home! This house has everything needed for a great vacation, just bring your bathing suit! The pool and hot tub are sublime! Plenty of room for a large group. Quiet location close to beautiful beaches and great restaurants! The local Kailua Farmer’s Market is soooooo good!! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Property was nice and exactly as advertised. We really liked the location and the pool was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nadine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property was conveniently located. Kailua is a great town with beautiful beaches and things to do daily. Driving to Waikiki, Kahlua Ranch, and Diamond Head was easy. For military families this property is conveniently located adjacent to the Marine base.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful house, beautiful pool. Washer was helpful and worked well. Only two kid challenges were that the lava rock edges on the pool were a little rough for the kids, and one of the bedrooms is only accessible via the backyard/pool area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house

What a great place to stay! If you are thinking about staying in the Kailua area, this is a perfect house. Great layout, super clean, nice neighborhood and close to the beach! This was our third time staying in Kailua and this house was easily the best. We'd definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody Camila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility Redefined

Beautifully maintained property with so many thoughtful touches and amenities. Sara and Chris are very responsive and helpful on so many levels, I only wish this was a permanent vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

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