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Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188

Holiday home in Kekaha with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to Hale Lehua
Dining and relaxing in the privacy of your tropical oasis
Covered rear lanai with HOT TUB
New Hot Tub
Enjoy a soothing hot tub after a day of hiking

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Kekaha, HI
  • Place, Barking Sands Beach
  • Place, Kekaha Beach Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188

County of Kauai License #TVNC 1188 - State of Hawaii Business Registration #s GE-143-222-7840-01 & TA-143-222-7840-01 - 24 hour guest contact: Keenan Driver @ 808-639-0772 (guest emergencies only) Please do not call this # to book reservations

Be advised: This transient vacation rental property is located in a tsunami Evacuation Zone. Evacuation procedures are detailed in the rental agreement, as well as posted inside the house.

Enjoy unparalleled luxury in this amazing restored local style home in historic West Kauai. Here you will find a quiet walk back into time, with the best weather on the island. Less than 15 inches of rain, and sunny almost everyday, you can walk for miles on uncrowded white sand beaches. Glorious sunsets are seen all year round from only this part of Kauai.

Located at the foot of the Waimea Canyon, there is easy access to the many natural sights that has been called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Spectacular waterfalls cascade over vermillion cliffs into the Waimea River below. Explore the many sounds and sights, that nature has to offer, on countless trails for hiking. In less than 20 minutes, you can be up to the top of the mountains, where many of the hikes begin.

This wonderful, and upscale house was originally built in a bygone era. It was restored to the highest level of quality workmanship and design. It features hardwood floors, detailed trim, custom tiled baths, and a gourmet kitchen. Everything is new, with an emphasis on maintaining the integrity of the original design, including all custom made furntiure. A large covered rear lanai provides a sanctuary of quiet and calm, with lush plantings to provide privacy, and a genuine tropical feel. Here, you can dine alfresco in the shade of the late afternoon and evening. A new HOT TUB has been added for enjoyment and renewal, after a day of hiking and sightseeing. You will never want to leave your island home!

Inside you will find custom amenities rarely found in this price range. The furniture was custom made for comfort and island design. Every piece was selected by one of the island's famous interior designers to create the ultimate ambiance. The kitchen is a full size chef's delight, with everything you need, and could want, to create the perfect meal at home.
The bathrooms are fully tiled with walk in showers and pedestal sinks. The bedrooms feature comfortable beds with the highest quality linens. Thick thirsty towels await you after your shower.

There is cable TV, and high speed wireless internet, should you need to stay in touch with home or work. There is even a separate office/den, with a generous desk and work area.

The West Side of Kauai has the sunniest and warmest weather year round, and is characterized by it's unspoiled and uncrowded beaches. THIS IS NOT A RESORT AREA, but an opportunity to step back in time, into another era, in a sleepy town by the beach. People visit year, after year, once they discover the quiet and natural beauty.
The historic town of Waimea is only 3 miles away, providing grocery stores, restaurants, and even a restored cinema featuring current films.

Why spend your vacation taking a chance on rainy weather, which is often found on the north and east parts of the island. Come to Kekaha, where it is said: the West is BEST!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number GE-143-222-7840-01, TA-143-222-7840-01, 130080310000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kekaha

Located in Kekaha, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Waimea State Recreational Pier and Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talk Story Bookstore and Catamaran Kahanu. Kauai Coffee Company and Kokee Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kekaha, HI

What's nearby

  • Kekaha Beach Park - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Waimea Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Pacific Missile Range Facility - 9 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Menehune Food Mart - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jo Jo's Shave Ice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - PMRF - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Waimea - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Restored Historical Home...A/C...HOT TUB...Walk to BEACH - TVNCU #1188 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Major's Bay and Kekaha Beach Park. Barking Sands Beach and Faye Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My spouse and I stayed here in early June to celebrate 20 years together. The house was beautiful, comfortable, and relaxing. We explored pretty much all of Kaua’i but also made sure to enjoy this house as well, which felt just like our private little oasis.Location is great: easy drives to SaltPond Beach, Poipu Beach (sea turtles) and even all the way north to Limahuli Garden and Preserve (a definite MUST SEE).We walked Kekaha Beach every evening to watch the sunset. The hot tub was amazing — we spent evenings in it, watching the stars and relaxing. We loved staying here and had an absolutely magical week on Kaua’i.
Sunset while walking Kekaha Beach, a very short walk from the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

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

So great we stayed here again

Can’t leave a better review than the fact we stayed here for 2 more weeks a couple years later. Really a great place, best property management team on the island (we’ve stayed in properties managed by them 5? times now), and for the beach and the mountain this is a spectacular location.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Living like a local

This home is restored beautifully and well maintained. Excellent communication and less than 5 minute walk to the beach. You are in the more rustic part of the island but if you want to get away and relax like a local this is it. Great restaurants and friendly people close by. 30-45 min drive to other beaches and resorts if you want to get a different view. The front porch and Lanai are also incredible.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk-Jan d.

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

Great location and fantastic house on Kauai near beaches and Waimea Canyon

Overall excellent accommodation on Kauai. Fabulous home big open lanai and private backyard. Nice jacuzzi and lovely bedrooms. Good kitchen facilities and great outdoor BBQ. If you're looking for a really good accommodation on Kauai. This is it. Perfect for you're family or friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

lsglod16@gmail.com g.

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

Our little cottage

Cute cottage with nice accommodations. Perfect location near Waimea Canyon and great for hikers. Quiet neighborhood. It was a little farther out of the way for us but still doable. We were disappointed that the gas grill propane tank was empty but we worked that out as well. Easy communication with proprietor. We enjoyed our stay. Mahalo
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tina A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is duplicative of feed back previously submitted...We enjoyed our stay at your lovely home and thank you for the opportunity. As a seasoned homeaway/vrbo customer, please allow me to humbly offer a few suggestions that would have made the stay great....1. There was an intensely offensive odor that permeated the home, strongest in the first two bedrooms. The closest I can come in describing the odor is concentrated urine. The deodorizers we purchased at the local market somewhat helped mask the odor but did not eliminate it.2. You may wish to have your cleaning staff address the areas behind the night stands in the back bedroom. I needed access to the outlet and when I moved the nightstand forward to access it, I was met with dust and trash. 3. I understand the need for continuous maintenance but please have your staff announce themselves and also not block the driveway. It was quite jarring when they came barging into the back yard.4. You may wish to remove damaged beach supplies from the outdoor storage.Wishing you and yours heath and happiness.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Perfect house to get away from it all

The property is the best shape of any VRBO I’ve stayed in anywhere. It is remote, but if you’re going to the last town on the road, that’s what you want. Stock up before you get there, just stay and relax. The hot tub was fabulous and the peace and quiet was serene. The traffic to get back into/out of Lihue can get bottled up at a couple of choke points but the seclusion of Kekaha is worth it. The house was well maintained, extremely clean and everything you need is there. The on site mgr is responsive as is the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia & Mardest W.

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

Perfect home in Kauai

This place was equipped with everything to make you feel at home. The cutest, coziest cottage that was absolutely perfect in every way. Pictures don’t do this place justice! Very tasteful style and furnishings inside and out. Our family enjoyed the home so much, it was difficult to get them to leave the house most days. Our mornings were spent enjoying coffee on the front porch and our evenings either on the back patio or in the relaxing hot tub admiring the lush landscape. You will not find a more beautiful place in Kauai! A side note: There was a small issue when we first arrived and Scott, the property manager, resolved it very quickly and professionally. He was more than fair with accommodating our family! We were so pleased with our stay and can’t wait to return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Clean. Close to beach and other landmarks. Check in and out was easy and simple. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean house with fully equiped kitchen. The backyard with the spa and its lanei are so relaxing after a day exploring the island.Perfect location if you are looking to be away from all the tourists yet not too far for shopping.Cooler was very useful! Mahalo!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful historic condo , very peaceful neighborhood. Loved the lanai.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house, well equipped, clean, quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Stress-free experience

Our family of four had a a great stay here. The house was clean, beds comfortable and kitchen set up to enable cooking as often as we chose. Quiet neighborhood, private backyard, close to Waimea for local grocery store and restaurants. Easy location to make day trips to Kōloa, Poipu, Lihue, Wailua, Hanalei, etc. The Kekaha beach had the best waves for boogie boarding and it’s a 2 minute drive! Best spot for access to Waimea Canyon.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

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

A quiet little oasis

We (me, my wife and 16yr old daughter) stayed here for 5 nights on our first trip to the Hawaiian Islands and we loved it! Now, it should be stated that this house is a good 30-40 minutes from Lihue so be prepared to spend some time in the car. But the trade off is getting away from all the busy touristy areas and just finding a quiet spot to relax. The whole property is very nicely updated. Both bedrooms and bathrooms well outfitted. The mini split A/C worked very well and was much appreciated. We like to cook and the kitchen gave us everything we needed to grab some fresh seafood, whip up a great dinner and sit on the back lanai to eat.And since I mentioned the back lanai, let me just say it was our go to hangout spot. Morning coffee, chilling in the afternoon between activities, dinner and drinks in the evening, whatever! That’s where we spent the majority of our stay. The backyard is completely private and secluded. We even had a couple neighborhood cats that would stroll through daily. They kept to themselves and so did we. And on one occasion, a fresh mango fell from the neighbor’s tree into our yard. Tasty!Again, if you don’t mind being a little ways from the action and are seeking quiet, this is a great option. Kaua’i is very chill and laid back and this property fits that vibe perfectly.
Backyard 1
Backyard 2
Backyard 3
Beautiful palm tree in the front yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Perfect Spot!

We had a lovely time! Loved being able to walk right across to the beach. Rooms were so comfy and we definitely used the hot tub every night. Thanks so much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla R.

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

Amazing plantation home

Just got home today, spent 10 days at this beautiful home. Beds were comfy, lots of space, back lanai was adorable and hot tub was a bonus. Didn’t really use the hot tub or the lanai as we were hardly there, only to sleep. Kitchen is well stocked. Showers are nice. Yard is so nice. Lawn chairs and umbrellas and towels are always appreciated. The cooler was a bonus and the shop vac to get all the sand out of our rental car, outside shower was a good idea too. We hope to stay here again. There’s a nice little trail across the street that takes you to the beach, you can’t really sit in sand on this beach but can walk not far to sandy areas. stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

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

The Best

I've stayed in many Air ***s and VRBOs, and this was the best. We didn't want to stay in the Poipu or Princeville areas, had no desire to stay again in a condo. This house is in a small town, easy access to beaches and the canyon. The back yard is lovely. The house was amazingly fitted and clean with everything we needed. Would stay again in a heartbeat! If youre looking for crowds and nightlife, then it's not for you. If not, its perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Beautiful home

This is a delightfully restored home, was very clean and comfortable, and we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Second time renting

We have been in this home before, and looked no further when returning to Kaua’i. It was very clean and comfortable for us. I really like being able to park in our own driveway so close to the door. If we would be so blessed to return to Kaua’i in the future, this is where we would hope to stay. Aloha
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

Beautiful, comfortable home!

The house worked great for our family of 4 (2 kids - 20 and 18). It is very nicely decorated, clean, and the beds super comfortable. It has all amenities you could need for cooking and for the beach including beach chairs and towels. Loved having a hot tub to use after our hiking adventures. The back porch was the perfect setting for our breakfasts. Kekaha is a little more remote and not as touristy as other parts of the island (which is why we selected this VRBO). It is really close to Waimea Canyon which is a bonus. Note, the beach adjacent to the house is not swimmable due to rocks/waves. When we were there in the summer, the water was right up to the rocks (so you can’t swim or walk on the beach). But you could hear the waves from the house which was a bonus. A really nice neighbor gave us a couple of mangoes when we were walking one morning. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Off the beaten path

Quiet, serene, virtually tourist free area. Easy, back road access to Waimea Canyon. A far cry from the hordes of Poipu and Koloa and the north shore. Went to Salt Pond beach every day for a swim after hiking. Kids loved the bigger but still manageable waves. Beds very comfortable, back yard and lanai lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

A Week in Paradise

This was our first trip to Kauai and on our last trip to Oahu we stayed in a VRBO and loved it, so thought we would try that here. We were not sure where the best location was to stay on the island, but decided on Kekaha and this property. Wow, what an excellent choice! This property is a great location if you want to stay away from the crowded east side of the island. We drove to Ha'ena State Park one day and it was so crowed and touristy feeling on that side of the island and we could not wait to get back to our quiet side! This property is an older restored house as the description states, but it was so nice! The back yard is like having your own Disney resort! We spent every evening on the back lanai just relaxing and enjoying the breeze and hot tub! There is a mango tree on the neighbors property, but it would drop 3 or 4 mangos a day in our yard and we would eat them every evening...so fresh and juicy! Then, the little lady next door even brought us some in a bag, but we could not eat them all! The neighborhood is kind of a mixed bag. Some houses are kind of in disrepair and others have been restored and are beautiful. We enjoyed the mix of people and would stay here again in a heartbeat! The ocean is just a block away and we would walk there to watch the sunset almost every evening. A beach to swim in is just a short drive down the road. The Kekaha beach was never very crowded and we enjoyed it more that some of the other big tourist beaches.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralf O.

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

PERFECT !!!

Wonderful ! Everything was perfect !
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Quiet and Cute Oasis

We had sucha good time here! This was our first time in Kauai and we r happy we chose this sunny and quiet location. The house is super cute and they just updated their air conditioning. The hot tub was perfection. We liked to start our day as the sun was coming up with a good soak. The back yard is so perfect. The covered lanai makes it a perfect place to hang rain or shine, and the privacy was awesome. We loved the neighborhood. We felt safe, it was quiet and the people around us were friendly. The beach is a short walk away and there r a couple of little convenience stores just a few blocks away as well. We met Scott after a day or two of settling in and he was so kind and made sure we had everything we needed. We appreciated his communication throughout our stay whenever we had a question. We loved Allen, our groundskeeper- whatta sweet man he is and we loved chatting with him. If we could have made one suggestion that would have made our stay even better- it would be to have had a couple of gravity chairs for suntannig in the back yard that can be tucked away when we r not using them. We will definitely be back! Mahalo Nui Loa 🌿
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H., Rocklin, Ca

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

Great house

Wonderfully cozy house! Super clean and quiet. The hot tube was stellar after a long day of hikes! Highly recommend this one- if you are interested in the south coast!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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