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Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront

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ALO living - Charming old Hawai'ian-style decor
Northshore Hanalei Bay Pier Mountain View 2 - Northshore Hanalei Bay Pier Mountain View 2
AlO living - Living room with lots of rich landscaping to enjoy.
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ALO living - Mountain view from Livingroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 693.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Hanalei Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hanalei Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Princeville, HI (HPV)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront

If you want a taste of old Hanalei when days were slower and a good catch fishing and the best vegetables were the talk of the town, this home will fill the order. This property has been lovingly maintained since it was built. It is our family's privilege to share Aunty Lydia's homestead with folks from around the world. Aunty Lydia's Ohana is a 3-bedroom 1.5 bath with carport. Inside you will find photos of this Hanalei family over the years. This home is only 6 houses from the beach (a very short stroll) and well located to reach all the North Shore's best beaches easily. This house is right off Kuhio Highway so you can see the surfers and North Shore life coming and going. It is about 3 blocks into "downtown" Hanalei. There is a great carport with a charcoal BBQ, eating al fresco & enjoying the mountains and waterfall views.

Aunty Lydia's Ohana is a relaxed Hawaiian style home a minute's walk from the center of Hanalei Bay & is probably one of the best values in Hanalei Beach Houses. Surrounded by tropical plants, with a grassy yard surrounding the house on 3 sides.

There is a very functional kitchen enhanced with lovingly stenciled foliage for preparing some of our farmer's market produce and fresh fish from the sea. This room has a pass through to the living room.

The wash house with a washer & dryer is just outside as well as an outside toilet room and a hot & cold shower in the yard.

The house sleeps 6. There is a king bed in the largest bedroom at the back of the house. A queen in the front bedroom and two twins in third bedroom. All bedrooms have their own air conditioners.

Hanalei is famous for its ever-changing mountains; sometimes veiled in thin mist, sometimes obscured in thick clouds, sometimes full of waterfalls, sometimes so sun drenched so that every detail stands out.

Aunty Lydia's is a great place to enjoy the mountains both from the living room windows and from the carport/lanai. Since there is plenty of room to park in front of the house in the yard, many choose this area as the eating & hang out spot. There is an outside table and chairs for al fresco meals.

Not long after our family set this house up as a vacation rental, some of Aunty Lydia's family from the mainland came to Hanalei & were tickled to be able to stay in their Aunty Lydia's house.

While being on Kuhio Highway, (highway in Hanalei meaning 1 lane in each direction with a 25-mile speed limit) the home has a beautiful hedge of tropical foliage separating you from the road. A parking area & the beginning of the yard are in front of the house.

Wai'oli Beach Park is a thin strip of park which is located between the bay front homes and the sand. There are BBQs, tables, shade trees, a bathroom and usually volleyball. This is where you encounter the bay, a minute or so from Aunty Lydia's. When you come home from the beach, there is a hot & cold outside shower to enjoy a freshwater rinse or shower under the stars.

Please be aware that when you book this house or any accommodations by the ocean in Hawaii, not on a bluff, you are booking in a tsunami evacuation zone. Evacuation instructions will be in the house and notice of the tsunami evacuation zone will be part of your contract. Also please know that we cannot accommodate charging of electric vehicles at this property.

(Licensed Kauai Vacation Rental TVNC 1197) TMK # 550040390000

Property manager

Suzanne Kobayashi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 550040390000, GE-076-395-9296-01, TA-076-395-9296-01

About the area

Hanalei

Located in Hanalei, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Hanalei, HI

What's nearby

  • Hanalei Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hanalei Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hanalei Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aunty Lydia's Local 3B/1.5BA by Hanalei Bay, walk 2 Northshore Oceanfront located?

Located in the heart of Hanalei, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hanalei Beach and Hanalei Bay. Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House and Hanalei Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anne T.

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

Fun and great location

Fun spot, nice location, comfortable beds!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

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

Perfect for our little family

Cute, clean house with rich history. Super nice that it has beach chairs, body boards you can borrow.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Great location and layout for family

The location and layout were great for my family to relax in a comfortable house. The kitchen and living room were large enough to lounge in between going to the beach (5 min walk) and downtown Hanalei (12 min walk). The outdoor space was well utilized with 2 outdoor showers (very useful!) and lots of room for gear under the covered parking. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

joseph f.

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

hanalei stay

convenient, close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great place!

Fun place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa T.

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

Best on the Island

We love aunty Lydia’s Ohana. This was our second stay and we just love the location and charm of this perfect spot. Kauai will always be our most favorite.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Perfect

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

8/10 Good

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pleasant stay

The location of the home was wonderful, very easy access to both beach and shops. Car port area was a fun place to hang out when it rained as it was nice & cool. Drawback, the house overall was extremely hot, even with all of the fans provided, keeping curtains closed during the day etc. Had to sit in bedrooms with ac on to get relief.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Wonderful special place!!

We absolutely loved staying at Auntie Lydia's Ohana. The home itself is simple and laid out really well - it felt so comfortable and easy to be in for our family of 4. The location itself is a five (or less?) minute walk from a stunning beach - one of us loved running on beach in morning, then taking an outdoor shower when he returned! We also rented bikes so we could easily cruise to town. It was all exceptional, we had an amazing time and hope to return again some day. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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

Home away from home.

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

10/10 Excellent

brett c.

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

Loved our stay.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary K., Kansas City

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

Wow

GREAT location. Hanalei Bay is awesome. Great body boarding for us in December. The little town of Hanalei is perfect. Not too touristy. Teenage kids liked having their own rooms. Loved everything about this house and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great spot in Hanalei

We loved our stay at Aunt Lydia’s Ohana! It was great to be able to walk to the beach and be so close to Hanalei town and the shopping center. Even driving to Tunnels or Anini were short drives from the house. With two teens the outdoor showers were a great amenity. The view from the carport was wonderful. This was a great home to unwind in, and enjoy meals we picked up in town. Owners were responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

family get together

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

10/10 Excellent

Patti D.

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

What a place!

A wonderful Hawaiian experience. Fabulous location, incredible view from the front window and a true Ohana home. Nicely supplied kitchen and the luxury of outdoor showers (sublime!). A magical time.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

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

Best family vacation home! So clean!!

My family absolutely loved our stay at Aunt Lydia’s! The location is in the heart of Hanalei and surrounded by Kauais beauty. The house was extremely clean and well maintained. We will recommend to all our friends and family visiting the increíble island. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Location!

This property was as listed, had what we needed including beach chairs, umbrella, and coolers. It was in a great location close to the beach and a 10 minute walk to town. The bedroom AC units were wonderful. It was fairly hot in the main part of the house in the afternoon, but we were out and about most days anyways! It definitely has a “family vacation home” vibe, as listed- it was well loved and had the wear and tear that comes along with years of use. And ants (only in the kitchen)- they were there when we showed up, and they hung with us until we left. For us these weren’t not a negative thing (especially considering the price point for three bedrooms, and ability to stay in hanalei bay so close to the beach) but if you are wanting more of an “upscale” experience, you may want to head up the road to Princeville….. which would be fine by us since we hope to return again someday (less competition😉).
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malissa V., Petaluma

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

Amazing

This house was perfect for our family. So close to the beach, had EVERYTHING that you need and in walking distance to downtown Hanalei. Stunning views from the living room large window. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N.

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

Perfect Hanalei getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

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

Aunt Lydia’s House

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

10/10 Excellent

Allyson C., Denver CO

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

Perfect for us!

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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B., Alameda, CA

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

Enjoyable stay at Aunty Lydia’s

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

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

We were all really happy here

This home had everything we needed. It felt like we were staying in a real family home. The very short walk to the beach is a huge, huge plus. The setting and scenery are lovely. We really appreciated that the house came with beach chairs, a small beach umbrella, a few beach towels, a small, soft cooler bag, and a very large cooler. The outdoor showers are truly wonderful. The back yard is nice, and the car port with table and chairs is a great staging area, and would be a good place to sit to wait out any rain. We could feel the family history in this house. It was a good vibe. The house is on the darker side inside, but this writer at least found it cozy, and we weren’t inside during the days. And no doubt it’s a bit cooler for not being all windows. The beds were comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again. (And as of this writing, there is a friendly black cat who comes around. I expect he’s food motivated. He’s good at what he does.)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Guerneville,CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Inexpensive for Hanalei

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

8/10 Good

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good value some issues

Positive: spacious, very comfortable beds, very well equipped kitchen, plenty of linens/towels, walk to a good beach, short drive to other better beaches, good value. Fabulous view of the mountain and its waterfalls, ever-changing and beautiful to watch. Great original mid-century decor. Cons: No comfortable outdoor space to hang out, except carport. Some road noise from the highway. Right next to an inn whose outdoor hangout was directly behind the home. There was a cottage in the back which was not rented. I did not see its existence mentioned in the original description. If it had been rented, it would have impacted our enjoyment.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

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