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Riverfront Gardens Paddle to the Beach, Rejuvenation Peace & Quiet!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6141.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hanalei, HI
- Hanalei Bay
- Makua Beach4 min drive
- Hideaways Beach18 min drive
- Lihue, HI (LIH)70 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Riverfront Gardens Paddle to the Beach, Rejuvenation Peace & Quiet!
The Riverhouse at River Estate is a warm and inviting three-bedroom, two-bathroom sanctuary thoughtfully designed to blend timeless Hawaiian charm with modern comforts—perfect for families seeking both relaxation and adventure on Kauai’s North Shore. Inside, the spacious master suite offers a serene retreat with a Roku TV and a full bathroom, while the second bathroom features a stylish glass-enclosed tub and shower. Throughout the home, split system air conditioning and ceiling fans ensure a cool, comfortable atmosphere no matter the season.
The gourmet kitchen, with granite countertops and full appliances, invites you to prepare fresh island meals that can be enjoyed riverside on the screened main lanai, complete with a BBQ grill. Each bedroom boasts quality Persian rugs and vintage hardwood furniture from the 1930s and ’40s, alongside authentic vintage Hawaiian artwork that adds soul and character to the space. Rich cherry hardwood floors flow through the living areas, while textured Chinese tile graces the kitchen and bathrooms, creating a beautiful blend of elegance and island style.
The living room features a premium Tommy Bahama bamboo set and is equipped with high-speed internet, a Roku TV, books, games, and a wifi speaker to keep everyone entertained and connected. Thoughtful touches like liquid soaps, Kauai coffee, local cookies, and granola welcome guests and set the tone for a truly special stay. Outside, each bedroom opens to its own covered lanai furnished with comfortable chairs, perfect for morning coffee or quiet reflection. The home provides all the essentials for beach days—chairs, towels, boogie boards, umbrellas, and a cooler—so you can fully embrace the island lifestyle.
Covered parking and entry add convenience, while the peaceful setting on nearly two private riverfront acres beside offer a tranquil backdrop of tropical gardens and gentle river sounds. Here, you will find a perfect balance of elegance, comfort, and authentic island spirit—creating a memorable Kauai experience that feels like home from the moment you arrive.
The property is removed and very private, yet it's close to everything with quick and easy access to all the north shore of Kauai is famous for. When you leave on your daily adventures you’ll have quick and easy access to everything from the town of Hanalei to Ke’e beach which is the prime area that Kauai is world famous for. When you return you'll enter your own private world where everything else will disappear
Adventure awaits you at the house as well. if you choose to explore the area via the river it will take you only 10 minutes to paddle easily to a secluded beach thats pristine and crowd-free anytime you want.
Check out the video of paddling to the beach and back from the property - https://youtu.be/xJjcMznMNSI
Your Accommodations Include…
Split System Air Conditioning Throughout
Three Bedrooms with Two Well Appointed Bathrooms
Large Master Suite with a Roku TV and Full Bathroom
Bathroom 2 has a glass enclosed Tub/Shower
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Countertops
Washer and Dryer with Laundry Soap
Ceiling Fans in all Bedrooms and Living Room
Roku TV, High Speed Internet, Books and Games and Wifi Speaker
Liquid Soaps, Shampoo, Rinse, Kauai Coffee, Kauai Cookies or Anahola Granola
Quality Persian Rugs in Each Bedroom and Dining Room
Premium Bamboo Tommy Bahama Living Room Set
Fine 30’s and 40’s Vintage Hardwood Bedroom Furniture
Authentic 1930’s to 50’s Vintage Hawaiian Art
Quality Mattresses, Bedding and Towels
Solid Cherry Hardwood Floors in Living areas
Chinese Textured Tile Floors in Kitchen and Bathrooms
Dimmable Soffit, Recessed and and Ceiling Lighting
Riverside dining on the Screened Main Lanai with BBQ
Separate Covered Lanais For Each Bedroom With Chairs
Beach Chairs and Towels, Boogie Boards, Beach Umbrella, Cooler
Covered Parking
Keywords: Hanalei, Kauai, North Shore, Family, House, 3 bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Sleeps 6, Riverfront, Waterfront, Secluded, Private, Beach, Paddle, Garden, Nature, Retreat, Secluded, Peaceful, Comfortable, Air-conditioned, Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, WiFi, Parking, Instant Booking.
*TVR Registration #TVNC 1279*
*State Tax ID 052-031-4880-01*
*This property is located in a Tsunami Evacuation Area*
*Evacuation procedures provided in the house with a map*
The gourmet kitchen, with granite countertops and full appliances, invites you to prepare fresh island meals that can be enjoyed riverside on the screened main lanai, complete with a BBQ grill. Each bedroom boasts quality Persian rugs and vintage hardwood furniture from the 1930s and ’40s, alongside authentic vintage Hawaiian artwork that adds soul and character to the space. Rich cherry hardwood floors flow through the living areas, while textured Chinese tile graces the kitchen and bathrooms, creating a beautiful blend of elegance and island style.
The living room features a premium Tommy Bahama bamboo set and is equipped with high-speed internet, a Roku TV, books, games, and a wifi speaker to keep everyone entertained and connected. Thoughtful touches like liquid soaps, Kauai coffee, local cookies, and granola welcome guests and set the tone for a truly special stay. Outside, each bedroom opens to its own covered lanai furnished with comfortable chairs, perfect for morning coffee or quiet reflection. The home provides all the essentials for beach days—chairs, towels, boogie boards, umbrellas, and a cooler—so you can fully embrace the island lifestyle.
Covered parking and entry add convenience, while the peaceful setting on nearly two private riverfront acres beside offer a tranquil backdrop of tropical gardens and gentle river sounds. Here, you will find a perfect balance of elegance, comfort, and authentic island spirit—creating a memorable Kauai experience that feels like home from the moment you arrive.
The property is removed and very private, yet it's close to everything with quick and easy access to all the north shore of Kauai is famous for. When you leave on your daily adventures you’ll have quick and easy access to everything from the town of Hanalei to Ke’e beach which is the prime area that Kauai is world famous for. When you return you'll enter your own private world where everything else will disappear
Adventure awaits you at the house as well. if you choose to explore the area via the river it will take you only 10 minutes to paddle easily to a secluded beach thats pristine and crowd-free anytime you want.
Check out the video of paddling to the beach and back from the property - https://youtu.be/xJjcMznMNSI
Your Accommodations Include…
Split System Air Conditioning Throughout
Three Bedrooms with Two Well Appointed Bathrooms
Large Master Suite with a Roku TV and Full Bathroom
Bathroom 2 has a glass enclosed Tub/Shower
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Countertops
Washer and Dryer with Laundry Soap
Ceiling Fans in all Bedrooms and Living Room
Roku TV, High Speed Internet, Books and Games and Wifi Speaker
Liquid Soaps, Shampoo, Rinse, Kauai Coffee, Kauai Cookies or Anahola Granola
Quality Persian Rugs in Each Bedroom and Dining Room
Premium Bamboo Tommy Bahama Living Room Set
Fine 30’s and 40’s Vintage Hardwood Bedroom Furniture
Authentic 1930’s to 50’s Vintage Hawaiian Art
Quality Mattresses, Bedding and Towels
Solid Cherry Hardwood Floors in Living areas
Chinese Textured Tile Floors in Kitchen and Bathrooms
Dimmable Soffit, Recessed and and Ceiling Lighting
Riverside dining on the Screened Main Lanai with BBQ
Separate Covered Lanais For Each Bedroom With Chairs
Beach Chairs and Towels, Boogie Boards, Beach Umbrella, Cooler
Covered Parking
Keywords: Hanalei, Kauai, North Shore, Family, House, 3 bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Sleeps 6, Riverfront, Waterfront, Secluded, Private, Beach, Paddle, Garden, Nature, Retreat, Secluded, Peaceful, Comfortable, Air-conditioned, Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, WiFi, Parking, Instant Booking.
*TVR Registration #TVNC 1279*
*State Tax ID 052-031-4880-01*
*This property is located in a Tsunami Evacuation Area*
*Evacuation procedures provided in the house with a map*
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please read the house rules before arrival.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 580060110002, W30347586-02
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Hanalei
Located in Hanalei, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Limahuli Garden and Reserve and Island Sails. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hanalei, HI
What's nearby
- Makua Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- Ke'e Beach - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
- Princeville Makai Golf Club - 18 min drive - 9.7 km
- Hideaways Beach - 18 min drive - 9.7 km
- Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 18 min drive - 9.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hanalei Poke - 12 min drive
- Tahiti Nui - 12 min drive
- Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
- Hanalei Bread Company - 12 min drive
- aloha juice bar - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by MARK BARBANELL
Gratitude changes everything. From taking life's circumstance for granted to appreciating every precious heart beat is a blessing. Every day becomes a time to savor and embrace. These are the thoughts I have immediately when I see an image of my home turf. I arrived on Kauai shortly after my April 2nd birthday in 1970 on a surf trip and basically never left. Serendipity has followed me my entire life. Without it who knows where I'd be or what I'd be doing now. Living here has taught me many things that can only be learned here in a small community populated by many Hawaiians. Work hard, be humble and helping others are some of them. Respect for the land is paramount here. We are stewards of these lands when you understand the meaning the land has to the Hawaiians. The state motto is "The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness" A very apt motto which speaks to the value the Hawaiians place on the "aina". That has always come naturally to me and was very helpful in fitting into my community here. I believe it is why I'm still here. Hawaii and Kauai in particular is a very sacred and spiritual place in the world. I have heard many of my guests tell me that they felt the spiritual energy strongly here. A rejuvenating feeling is palpable as well. My job is to share my Kuleana ( A uniquely Hawaiian value and practice which is loosely translated to mean "responsibility." The word kuleana refers to a reciprocal relationship between the person who is responsible, and the thing which they are responsible for.) with my guests and allow them to experience the true natural Hawaiian environment which is still the same in my neighborhood as it was 52 years ago. My life has been filled with many serendipitous moments. The trick is to recognize them in the moment and make the correct decision. I'm one luck buggah who knows that and values every heartbeat I'm blessed with now and am grateful for my world and the friends I make along the way doing the jobs I love. Aloha...
Why they chose this property
I think you might say that the River Estate property chose me. I did not choose it. When I first came to Kauai in 1970 with two of my friends on the surf trip, the island in general was much different. We had shipped a car over and spent the first two or three months camping around the island. There were no laws about camping and there were hardly any tourists here. When I first saw the valley where River Estate is located I immediately was drawn to it. A friend of mine told me about a piece of property he was not going to purchase that was in the area, I liked so much. He was going to buy it for $2000 but he told me that the person that was gonna sell it to him was told by the man who had sold the other part of the property that was divided by the stream to that that property for $2000 was the same piece of property just divided by the stream. My friend told me that the person that was selling it was Larry Ching a notorious mafioso type who was basically renting the town of Hanalei and had the only market and gas station in town. He had a bad reputation.So I went to Larry Ching had told him I was interested in buying that piece of property that incidentally had no legal easement to and yes, I had heard bad things about him, but I was not going to base my opinion of him by what other people said. I also had lived in a house on the east side of the island and my landlord there was the most influential attorney on the whole island and Larry Ching's business partner. I had come into contact with two of the most powerful men on the island. Larry Ching told me he'd sell me the property for $7500, $2500 down and $1000 per year for five years no interest. I took a chance and bought it. I went to the tax office and got the names of the people who owned the lots that I could get through to my lot and wrote letters. One woman who was living in Tahiti offered me easement through her property for free. This serendipitous moment changed my life forever with many more to come.
What makes this property unique
River Estate offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and an immersive natural setting that creates an unforgettable experience. Tucked away along a tranquil river, this secluded retreat is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, allowing guests to fully embrace the beauty of Kauai’s North Shore. Unlike large resorts, River Estate provides an intimate, home-like atmosphere with elegant, well-appointed accommodations that blend seamlessly with nature. Guests can float from the property to the beach and back, listen to the soothing sounds of the river, or simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the riverfront gardens that surround you . The personalized hospitality, serene ambiance, and central prime location on Kauai's North Shore make River Estate a one-of-a-kind sanctuary for relaxation and adventure.
The primary benefits of River Estate are the seclusion and privacy of the expansive botanical gardens and its special location in the scheme of things here on the north shore of Kauai. It's very close to all the world famous beaches north Kauai is noted for and central between Hanalei and the end of the road at Ke'e Beach yet its very private and secluded. You'll relax and rejuvenate your spirit here. The fact you can use the river to access the beach from the house and ocean is not offered by any other vacation rental on Kauai. The privacy and natural setting allow our guests to experience a truly relaxing and rewarding time away from their normal lives and leaves a lasting impression of what some consider to be true paradise. Not many rental homes are kept in the condition that the Guest House is kept in and our guests reflect that in their reviews. We're proud of that. It's our stock in trade so to speak. The property proximity to the spectacular natural attractions of North Kauai and its quiet natural setting help it to stand out among the other rental properties in the area. Come see for yourself. You will not be disappointed.
The primary benefits of River Estate are the seclusion and privacy of the expansive botanical gardens and its special location in the scheme of things here on the north shore of Kauai. It's very close to all the world famous beaches north Kauai is noted for and central between Hanalei and the end of the road at Ke'e Beach yet its very private and secluded. You'll relax and rejuvenate your spirit here. The fact you can use the river to access the beach from the house and ocean is not offered by any other vacation rental on Kauai. The privacy and natural setting allow our guests to experience a truly relaxing and rewarding time away from their normal lives and leaves a lasting impression of what some consider to be true paradise. Not many rental homes are kept in the condition that the Guest House is kept in and our guests reflect that in their reviews. We're proud of that. It's our stock in trade so to speak. The property proximity to the spectacular natural attractions of North Kauai and its quiet natural setting help it to stand out among the other rental properties in the area. Come see for yourself. You will not be disappointed.
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