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Aunty Lydia's Ohana

Name: Aunty Lydia's Ohana
Brand: Beach and Bluff Realty
SKU: 3080-256232
Rating: 4.8 (72 reviews)

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 1 full, 1 ½-bath

Sleeps: 6

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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 (Standard & Maximum Occupancy is 6). 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 mountain 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, it's Standard and Maximum Occupancy. 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.

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Accommodations

Private entrance

Amenity

combination tub/shower

king

outdoor shower

queen

shower

toilet

tub

twin/ single

Arrival Day

flexible

Attractions

arboretum

bay/sound

botanical garden

caves

churches

duty free shops

festivals

forests

library

live theater

museums

pond

rain forests

recreation center

reefs

restaurants

ruins

waterfalls

Car

not necessary

recommended

Dining

Dining Area

Dining Checkbox

Dining

Entertainment

Books

DVD Player

Games

Satellite / Cable

Smart TV

Television

General

Air Conditioning

Clothes Dryer

Free Wifi

Hair Dryer

Internet

Iron & Board

Linens Provided

Living Room

Parking

Telephone

Towels Provided

Washing Machine

Wifi

Health And Safety

Clean with disinfectant

Enhanced cleaning practices

High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant

Minimum time between stays

No-contact check-in and check-out

Kitchen

Coffee Maker

Dining Table

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Microwave

Oven

Pantry Items

Refrigerator

Stove

Toaster

Leisure Activities

antiquing

beachcombing

bird watching

eco tourism

horseback riding

luaus

paddle boating

photography

scenic drives

sight seeing

walking

whale watching

Local Services And Businesses

ATM/bank

Babysitter

fitness center

groceries

hospital

laundromat

massage therapist

medical services

Location Type

Beach

Downtown

Lakefront

Monument View

Mountain View

Near The Ocean

River

Town

Village

Onsite Services

Staff

Outside

Deck / Patio

Lawn / Garden

Outdoor Grill

Outdoor Play Area

Room Subtype

bedroom

full

other

shower

Rt Search

Air Conditioning

Beach

Safety

Deadbolt lock on entryway

Fire extinguisher

Outdoor lighting

Smoke detectors

Sports And Adventure Activities

basketball court

cycling

deepsea fishing

fishing

fly fishing

freshwater fishing

golf

hiking

hunting

jet skiing

mountain biking

mountain climbing

mountaineering

paragliding

pier fishing

rafting

sailing

scuba diving or snorkeling

snorkeling

sound/bay fishing

spelunking

surf fishing

surfing

swimming

tennis

water tubing

wind-surfing

Suitability

children welcome

non smoking only

pets not allowed

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Minimum Age Limit for Renters

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The views of the mountains and waterfalls from the living room were sublime.

Vacation Date: March 31, 2024

"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. 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!!!

Reviewed By: Gretchen
Hometown: Mountlake Terrace, Washington

Owners were responsive and helpful.

Vacation Date: March 19, 2024

"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. The view from the carport was wonderful. This was a great home to unwind in, and enjoy meals we picked up in town. With two teens the outdoor showers were a great amenity.

Reviewed By: Kelley
Hometown: North Little Rock, Arkansas

feeling at home in this great homestay

Vacation Date: December 26, 2023

"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 . 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!

Reviewed By: Allyson from Denver, Colorado
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

Not too touristy

Vacation Date: December 13, 2023

"GREAT location. Hanalei Bay is awesome. Great body boarding for us in December. The little town of Hanalei is perfect. Teenage kids liked having their own rooms. Loved everything about this house and location.

Reviewed By: Gary from Goddard, Kansas
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

We felt welcomed, wanted, and made to feel at home during our stay in Aunty Lydia’s Ohana.

Vacation Date: October 24, 2023

"An overwhelming feeling of hospitality from the hosts and through all communication and directions. AC units in the bedrooms were really nice. Outdoor showers were convenient and especially enjoyable on the days when it was more humid inside the house. The outdoor toilet was super handy, though a bit of a tight space.) We found just about everything we needed for cooking in the kitchen, and bought some charcoal to enjoy the bbq out back. Beach chairs were super handy. Towels and rags, etc. were in abundance (which was nice). Washer and dryer were also really nice to have (there was a small jar of laundry detergent available). We felt that this home was a very fitting setting for our stay, and we appreciated all the little touches that made it feel like a home. The home was well described by the other reviewers and are thankful for the opportunity to come to this beautiful island and have a “home” away from home here. Oh! One review complained about the distance to the beach. This house is not on the beach. It is on the highway. If highway noise bothers you, this may not be a good choice. But as for the walk to the beach, it felt very short to us, and we loved the convenience of being able to walk to the beach (short 2.5 blocks), walk to town(maybe a mile?), or even be able to walk to Hanalei Pier (1.2 miles) in the mornings!

Reviewed By: Joanna
Hometown: Dalton Gardens, Idaho

Loved the AC in the bedroom.

Vacation Date: November 2, 2023

"The house was perfect for us. Loved the location so near beach access. 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.

Reviewed By: Marsha
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

If you want to feel like the local’s lived in 1960 I say this is the place for you.

Vacation Date: September 30, 2023

"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.It is literally around the corner from Hanalei Beach.

Reviewed By: Susan
Hometown: Guerneville, California

A wonderful Hawaiian experience.

Vacation Date: June 1, 2023

"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.

Reviewed By: Patti
Hometown: Modesto, California

The location is in the heart of Hanalei and surrounded by Kauais beauty.

Vacation Date: May 3, 2023

"My family absolutely loved our stay at Aunt Lydia’s! The house was extremely clean and well maintained. We will recommend to all our friends and family visiting the incredible island. Thank you!

Reviewed By: Taylor
Hometown: Kamas, Utah

Stunning views from the living room large window.

Vacation Date: March 26, 2023

"This house was perfect for our family. So close to the beach, had EVERYTHING that you need and in walking distance to downtown Hanalei. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed By: Malissa
Hometown: Petaluma, California

We enjoyed the island breeze, mountain views, and easy walk to the beach.

Vacation Date: February 18, 2023

"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! Wifi was a little spotty, but hey, it’s vacation. Also enjoyed the outdoor shower and “secret” outdoor toilet. Genius.

Reviewed By: Danielle
Hometown: Alameda, California

Awesome place to stay!

Vacation Date: January 14, 2023

"This traditional Hawaiian home was wonderfully located two blocks from the beach in Hanalei Bay. We enjoyed Long Beach walks every day, and Hanalei Bay is magical. The house is very homey and clean. We enjoyed grilling (charcoal) several times, and the views from the front of the property are spectacular. Beach and Bluff realty was professional and easy to work with. We will be back!

Reviewed By: Peter T
Hometown: Discovery Bay, CA

We love the location and the whole vibe

Vacation Date: February 1, 2023

"It felt like staying at the beach houses growing up.

Reviewed By: Jordan
Hometown: Ridgewood, New York

Location is perfect for north shore adventuring, central to everything.

Vacation Date: November 9, 2022

"Short walk to beach and kids loved the surf. We enjoyed the BBQing in back. House was perfect for family meals and memories. The management company went out of their way to help us out with an extra request.

Reviewed By: Angela
Hometown: Haleiwa, Hawai'i

Ohana means family in Hawaiian

Vacation Date: October 31, 2022

"But it also means a deep shared connection that is inclusive of all who are invited to share in deep family traditions. Lydia’s Ohana provides a feeling that 1.8 million dollars cannot buy. Priceless joy, love, abundance, and aloha are alive and well in this home. The moment you walk in the door you are greeted with a huge welcome that stays with you forever. May you be blessed by such a special experience as this Ohana provides.

Reviewed By: Amy
Hometown: Santa Cruz, California

AC in the bedrooms was key.

Vacation Date: September 17, 2022

"Great house in a great location. Great experience

Reviewed By: Gary
Hometown: Agoura, California

Relaxing, Comfortable Stay near the Beach

Vacation Date: September 7, 2022

"The house was thoughtfully furnished, well-equipped, and neatly organized. There were also beach chairs and other beach supplies in the carport for our use. We walked to Hanalei Beach twice a day most days, except when we explored other nearby beaches. The outdoor shower was perfect for washing off sand. We spent plenty of time in the house playing board games at the table and cooking family meals. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly.

Reviewed By: Julie
Hometown: Freemont, California

Nettes Wohnhaus im original Stil.

Vacation Date: August 19, 2022

"Nettes Wohnhaus im original Stil. Natürlich ist es in den Wohräumen hawaiianisch temperiert. In den Schlafräumen gibt es Klimaanlagen. Typisch für Hanalei darf natürlich der Hahn in naher Umgebung nicht fehlen. Die Nähe zum Strand ist Top. Essen und Bars sind zu Fuß zu erreichen.

Reviewed By: Marcus
Hometown: Bavaria, Germany

Good value some issues

Vacation Date: April 19, 2022

"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.

Reviewed By: Richard
Hometown: San Francisco, California

Comfortable and convenient

Vacation Date: April 10, 2022

"We have a young family and this spot suited us great. The location is unbeatable as a short walk to the funnest part of Hanalei bay beach and surf breaks. The house is old, but has everything you need including a well stocked kitchen for cooking. Outdoor shower is awesome. It's an ideal home base for the area.

Reviewed By: Barry
Hometown: USA

Perfect walk to the beach!

Vacation Date: March 12, 2022

"This was a great spot right in the middle of Hanalei - 2 minute walk from the beach and 5 minute walk to all the shops/restaurants. Not brand new/updated, but lots of character and can't beat the location! We had a perfect week staying here.

Reviewed By: Andi
Hometown: USA

A piece of Heaven in Hanalei

Vacation Date: March 2, 2022

"Aunty Lydia’s Ohana is a gem on the North Shore! So close to a gorgeous beach… walked with our coffee every sunrise! House was very clean, super comfy beds, lots of extra pillows and blankets, a/c in the bedrooms but we didn’t need it much! Kitchen has everything you need, we used the BBQ and cooked almost everyday. Waking distance to lots of fun shops, restaurants, food trucks! Amazing view out of the living room windows, you can rent bikes cheap for an easy way to get around! Easy to find and easy check in, attentive management. Our stay was wonderful we fell in love and can’t wait to come back! You feel like one of the locals staying in this neighborhood by the beach. The outdoor shower was the best!!! Lots of rough surf but super fun for swimming and boogie boarding and there is a life guard so we felt safe. Just watch what the locals are doing in the water! You can walk or drive to the pier and that has more gentle waves and another amazing view! We give this 10 stars!

Reviewed By: April
Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota

Great spot This was a great find for our family of four.

Vacation Date: February 17, 2022

"The location in Hanalei was perfect; it’s a short easy walk to paradise. The house was as described — clean, well appropriated and has a nice yard for the kids to run around. The owners were very responsive; one of the AC’s broke during our stay and they had a new one installed the next day. Will definitely return!

Reviewed By: Matthew
Hometown: Novato, California

Great location and cozy home!

Vacation Date: February 9, 2022

"Property is located in a great location! Just a 2 min walk to the beach and walking distance to local restaurants, shops and food mart. Stayed with friends and was very spacious. Had some beach accessories and toys. It was such a cute and homely place for our trip.

Reviewed By: Krysta
Hometown: Laguna Niguel, California

Adorable house in an epic location

Vacation Date: February 2, 2022

"Fantastic stay at a beautiful house just a five minute walk to the beach. Everything we needed was there. Clean and cozy!

Reviewed By: Frank
Hometown: San Rafael, California

So cute and charming and amazing location!

Vacation Date: January 27, 2022

"Loved staying at this property and I have no complaints whatsoever. It was a spacious house and had everything we needed. The location was incredible and I would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed By: Bri
Hometown: Los Angeles, California

Loved our stay.

Vacation Date: December 30, 2021

"Great location. Easy walk to the beach. Just as advertised. We would definitely come again.

Reviewed By: Brett
Hometown: Cardiff, California

Very clean, very local.

Vacation Date: December 22, 2021

"Auntie Lydia’s-The kids walked to the beach every morning. Perfect location for us. You feel the energy of all the backyard parties held here. Very clean, very local. Loved it!

Reviewed By: Tyler
Hometown: Weiser, Idaho

Amazing experience

Vacation Date: November 18, 2021

"We will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed By: Cameron
Hometown: San Francisco

charming- affordable-great location

Vacation Date: November 9, 2021

"perfect for family of 5 (w/teens). rustic feel - old family pics on wall. functional kitchen - ate in most of the time. walking distance to Hanalei beach and town. close hiking. (drive to trailheads). be sure to reserve parking for Napali Coast parking, shuttle, etc. Can’t get in w/out reservations/$ - period. lots of other beaches and hiking nearby, tho. we all loved this ohana - great home base! would rent again.

Reviewed By: Kristine
Hometown: Seattle, Washington

Perfect Beach House/Location

Vacation Date: October 24, 2021

"We had a great stay at Aunty Lydia's Ohana. The location was perfect, loved that there was A/C in the rooms, and enjoyed the story behind the home. Would stay again!

Reviewed By: Julia
Hometown: San Diego, California

Auntie Lydia’s!

Vacation Date: October 12, 2021

"Great location and comfortable house.

Reviewed By: Kristine
Hometown: Monterey, California

Chill little spot in Hanalei

Vacation Date: September 25, 2021

"We had a great little stay at Auntie Lydia’s. Nice view of the mountains from the living room and fun old Hawaiian feel to the place. Kitchen was well outfitted for cooking dinner one night. If coming jet lagged, beware of roosters outside that think sunrise is 3am 😳.

Reviewed By: Emily
Hometown: New York, New York

Wonderful home base The property was homey and convenient.

Vacation Date: July 21, 2021

"Just around the corner from a beautiful beach and a decent walking distance to restaurants and bars in Hanalei. The provided beach chairs and boogie boards were a great bonus. Hot water, comfortable beds, and a very convenient additional outdoor toilet and shower. Thanks for a lovely stay!

Reviewed By: Brittany
Hometown: New Haven, Connecticut

Great location

Vacation Date: July 14, 2021

"The house is a bit rustic, but it was exactly what we wanted. The old school charm and family history were great. It was a short walk to the beach or to town. The living did get a bit hot in the afternoon, but it wasn’t too bad and we were usually at the beach anyway.

Reviewed By: Brian
Hometown: Wichita, Kansas

Great price for 6 people!

Vacation Date: June 21, 2021

"Finally Made A Stay in Hanalei ! I've always wanted to stay close to Hanalei Bay, and this house provided us the opportunity at a great price for 6 people! Honestly, it reminded me of my great-grandparent's home in South Texas. We were within walking distance of Hanalei bay, about 1.5 blocks away, so we could walk to the beach at any time without difficulty. There were beach umbrellas, chairs, a boogie board and plenty of towels ! 1 Bathroom was a little bit challenging, but having an outdoor enclosed shower for washing off after a trip to the beach made a huge difference. While there was no AC in the kitchen and living room, each of the 3 rooms had a window unit which worked well in cooling during the day if needed. There were plenty of fans and windows that open to help circulate air in the morning and evening. Kitchen had what we needed for cooking and making meals. Washing machine and dryer out back in a closet (also like my great-grandparent's house) It's not a fancy hotel, but that isn't what you are paying for. And, a fancy hotel doesn't get this close to Hanalei Bay. Also, with the current state of the road closures (we were there June 21-28) that only allow traffic through between Princeville and Hanalei 3 times a day, it was awesome to not have our schedule tied to the road's opening/closing. Wouldn't mind coming back to this little house again!

Reviewed By: Jill
Hometown: Rancho Cordova, California

Good family home w/ BEST north shore location

Vacation Date: November 23, 2021

"Overall, our family (husband + 2yo + grandparents) had a pleasant stay in this home. The biggest pro of the home is the location - 5 min walk to a beach in Hanalei Bay!! Beautiful beach and wasn’t very crowded. Close to many attractions - local shops, farmers market, food trucks, restaurants, and grocery stores on the north shore. The location was very convenient for us and allowed us to do all that we wanted to see without having to drive far. Other good things to note, the home was stocked with essentials in the kitchen and bathroom - totally appreciated the abundance of towels ;). Beds were comfortable and rooms were spacious. The carport was convenient for the rainy days. There were beach chairs and toys available for use that came in handy. Outdoor shower was a big plus to help us stay clean after our beach trips. The grounds were also nice enough for my kid to explore and hang out. Lastly, the view of the mountains from the living room window was a very nice bonus!! A few things to mention, it does get pretty hot during the day (11a - 3pm) in the central living room due to no window unit but we knew this from reading the reviews. We didn’t plan to be in the house during the day so didn’t think it’d be an issue but we ended up having to stay in on some days. There were plenty of fans which helped circulate some airflow and if it rained it wasn’t bad either. The house is also pretty dated but it gives the home character and brings a family environment. Check-in was seamless and I appreciated the detail provided regarding the directions to the home. Check-out requirements were minimal which was so easy on us. Our family was very satisfied with our stay!

Reviewed By: Quazzie
Hometown: USA

Backyard was perfect for our BBQ.

Vacation Date: May 24, 2021

"House is in a great location. Easy walk to beach or Hanalei town. Excellent place to stay in Hanalei... the house is a walk down memory lane to the 60s. Loved it! Thanks for the memories. Will be back!

Reviewed By: Jonathan
Hometown: Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i

Rustic but nice Very charming…

Vacation Date: April 22, 2021

"This house was built in the 50's and has had few updates. one block from the beach and very convenient for that.....No garbage disposal, dishwasher. AC in the bedrooms but the rest of the house is extremely hot in the afternoon, we couldn't be in there from 1-5pm. Other than that, very well stocked and fun place.

Reviewed By: Matt
Hometown: Zephyr Cove, Nevada

Hanalei 2022

Vacation Date: August 14, 2022

"We enjoyed our vacation at Aunty Lydia’s Ohana. It had everything we needed and more. It was very close to the beach. It was warm during the day but very pleasant in the evening. The A/C in the bedrooms was wonderful. We had a great time. My daughter renewed her vows so we had a lot of family on the island and they all wanted to hang out at our place!

Reviewed By: Wendy
Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona

Great Classic Ohana

Vacation Date: May 21, 2022

"We loved our stay at Aunty Lydias and can't get over how at home we felt. The style is Hawaiian vintage and it suited us perfectly! The bedrooms are air-conditioned and there was a large selection of cooking equipment and a BBQ so we could rest and cook comfortably all week. The walls have photos of the family and it made us feel love and aloha from them. We would love to come back and hope this place brings many others joy.

Reviewed By: Tessa
Hometown: Snohomish, Washington

Aunty Lydia’s Ohana was perfect

Vacation Date: June 15, 2022

"This home was the perfect property to accommodate my family’s 5-day trip to Hanalei.

Reviewed By: Jeff
Hometown: Pacific Palisades, CA

Great place for us

Vacation Date: July 10, 2022

"Location couldn’t be better, felt like home, had everything we needed. The living room got warm but the fans helped. All the bedrooms had AC units. We’d definitely stay here again.

Reviewed By: Dwayne
Hometown: Hanford, CA

Sehr gute Lage, charmantes Haus

Vacation Date: July 16, 2022

"Wir haben uns hier wohl gefühlt. Der Strand von Hanalei ist zu Fuß in wenigen Minuten erreicht, ebenso die Shops. Das Auto steht sogar überdacht im Carport. Das Haus selbst ist sehr geräumig, gemütlich und die Betten sind bequem. Aus der Dusche schaut man auf einen Wasserfall, wunderbar!

Reviewed By: Daniela
Hometown: Pulheim, Germany

A real home in Hanalei

Vacation Date: November 2, 2020

A real home in Hanalei

It's not the Ritz. That's not the point. But we were a month in Kaua and this is the only time where I felt like I was staying in the home . Made me feel little bit more a part of the community and connected to Hanalei. It's a one block walk to the beach . When it's smaller out there it's a good beginning break. I took to driving my daughter a lot to the pier , which is only about five minutes away. Google said it was a 25 minute walk to downtown but it really took about 10 . The house is clean and these were the first and only sharp kitchen knives that we found during our trip. Which is to say that whomever put the kitchen together did so for people to actually cook in there. There's a lot of reviews that tells you that it gets hot in the late afternoon. It gets hot in the late afternoon. Open up all the windows and blow the fans or just spend time at the beach or outside. I didn't think it was that big of a deal. You do hear the noise from the road, but there are so few cars driving after 8 o'clock but it really doesn't matter. The property manager was lovely and responsive. I'd stay here again. Again, if you're looking for golf courses and pampered luxury this is not for you. If you're looking for proximity, convenience , and a slice of old Kauai at a great value this is a good stay.

Reviewed By: Michael K.
Hometown: San Francisco, CA

Road noise but good deal for the price.

Vacation Date: March 28, 2015

"My daughters had trouble sleeping in due to the rooster alarms, but a very nice place for the price. The mountain view is spectacular and this is the perfect place to just chill for a while. Well located except for being right on the main road. Not fancy but good family hang out. Could use a new supply of sheets and towels. 04/11/2015 at 3:18 PM

Reviewed By: Larry G.
Hometown: -

excellent if you have clear expectations as to what you are renting

Vacation Date: April 13, 2013

"This is our second stay at Aunt Lydia's. We are on a budget when traveling and Aunt Lydia's fits the bill. Possibly the least expensive rental for it's size and even for two bedroom units. It is on the highway but traffic is minimal and you are still two blocks from the beach. Nice yard for the kids to run around and plenty of room to have friends over for dinner, etc. Great views up at the mountains. We are out and about when in Hanalei so we don't put a huge premium on our rental being luxurious. That said, Lydia's has everything we need. 04/27/2015 at 8:22 PM

Reviewed By: Laurie K.
Hometown: -

Aunt Lydia`s Ohana, Hanalei, Kauai

Vacation Date: February 6, 2016

"Very clean spacious home. Extremely well stocked kitchen, along with bath and beach towels which were plentiful. Beach chairs, toys, cooler. Fans in every room plus air conditioning in one room. Pretty much all you need for a good visit. Beach is about a five minute walk. I don`t really have any complaints at all. It is on the highway but the highway also ends not long after so the traffic dies after supper. This did not seem to b an issue. A short walk to town, about 10 minutes. My kids and I walked to supper most nights. Excellent grocery store about a five minute drive down the road. Overall wonderful experience. 02/26/2016 at 1:25 AM

Reviewed By: Colleen B.
Hometown: -

Hanalei spring break visit

Vacation Date: March 22, 2016

"We have been to Kauai several times, but had never stayed on the North shore. I found this very well priced home, read the past reviews and booked it for the first few days of our spring break. Aunty Lydia's was the perfect place to stay! The location is within a few minutes walk to a beautiful beach on Hanalei Bay. Beach chairs, boogie boards, cooler, beach mats were all provided. The house is well within walking distance to the town, but since it is located right off of Kuhio Highway, there are not any sidewalks and walking at night can be tricky. The house is one block off of Weke Road, the other main road through the area, so that is an option. The north beaches, which end at Ke'e Beach and the Kapalau Trail are within a 10 minute drive. Views from the yard are spectacular! We were not bothered at all by road noise. There was an unusual weather pattern coming through during our stay, and we had heavy rain, thunder and lightning, which caused the road into/out of Hanalei to flood and close. If it does happen, there are people who cannot get into town and therefore, some businesses may not keep regular hours because staff cannot get to work. This is something to be aware of in case you will be visiting other parts of Kauai during a trip, but it did not cause us any problems. Roosters, chickens, chicks and other wildlife, lizards, etc. are abundant all over the island, not just here. So if you are not wanting to be bothered by the crowing at all times of the day or sometimes night, or the tropical animals, Kauai may not be for you. We loved the house - funky and fully equipped, with the exception of a dishwasher or A/C, which we were aware of. Plenty of fans provided to keep things breezy. The outdoor shower with the mountain views was something we all loved and it was convenient to have for after the beach and to use to keep the inside bathroom from getting too muggy. We are already trying to plan for a return trip and will definitely stay at Aunty Lydia's again! 04/05/2016 at 2:37 PM

Reviewed By: Janet D.
Hometown: Barnesville, Maryland

A sweet slice of mid-century Hawaii in Hanalei

Vacation Date: May 17, 2016

"After searching online for an affordable rental in Hanalei, I was delighted when I found Aunty Lydia's. It's not upscale or posh, but it is a spotless, homey, roomy, and well-equipped place for a terrific stay in a convenient location. As someone who vacationed with my family in modest beach cottages on Cape Cod as a kid, the paneled walls and 50s-era ambiance evoked nostalgia. Who cares if some of the fixtures are a tiny bit worn in this misty, green, lush tropical paradise? My husband and I slept well in the back bedroom in the comfy king-size bed and didn't bother with A/C, and since we travel with a white-noise app for the iPad, road noise/rooster serenade didn’t trouble us. (Note: LOTS of plugs to charge devices.) I loved lounging in the cute bamboo-and-palm-themed living room and gazing out the double windows at the lavish vegetation and amazing mountain views (we saw two waterfalls!). An easy stroll to the beach and just a bit further to town on Weke Road (or Kuhio Hway if you don't mind no sidewalk). Our excursions included Limahuli Garden, Ke'e Beach, Mediterranean Gourmet, and Anini Beach. Just a relaxing and easy-going stay, with great service from the friendly and trusting management company. Would definitely re-book this welcoming family home if we ever return to Hanalei. 05/26/2016 at 11:33 PM

Reviewed By: Kathleen P.
Hometown: Bronx, New York

Amazing Hanalei Ohana

Vacation Date: June 12, 2016

"We loved Auntie Lydia's. My family stayed for a week in June. 3 adults/2 kids. It was stocked with everything we needed. Clean and "old school Hawaiian" charm. Very close to town and Pine Trees beach. You are right off the main highway and in the day the traffic can be noisy, but there are hedges to keep you feeling private. Front room looks out toward the mountain and all of the water falls. The most amazing part of the house is the outside shower. It was magical standing under the warm water, in the rain, and seeing the beautiful mountain and waterfalls. The carport was great for barbecuing and visiting. It was raining quite a bit while we were there and we had friends over and ate all our dinners out there. They had a cooler, a couple of boogie boards, and beach chairs to use. Each room has fans and we were very comfortable. One of the rooms has air conditioning if you need that. Washer and dryer on site. And even though it says one bathroom, they have a little room with a toilet outside, which is convenient when traveling with kids and grandma!! We loved seeing the pics that are around the home of Auntie Lydia and her family. Hanalei is such a sweet little town and being able to stay in a home, and not a condo, was such a wonderful way to visit. Thank you for sharing your sweet Hanalei Ohana. We will defiantly be staying with you again. Aloha 06/29/2016 at 1:39 PM

Reviewed By: Jennifer T.
Hometown: Bronx, New York

Aunty Lydia’s Ohana in Hanalei Kauai

Vacation Date: August 21, 2018

"My family and I stayed at Aunty Lydia's at the end of August. You can't really go wrong when you are going to Hanalei for a vacation. This house is really nice for a large group or family. There were 6 of us and we felt like there was more than enough room for everyone to be comfortable. We really enjoyed the outdoor shower and the extra toilet outside. We were nervous about having one bathroom for 6 people, however, we were pleasantly surprised with the extra bathroom facilities. I haven't been somewhere, where I can wash my hair and look at mountains and waterfalls...So pretty. We didn't realize that we came during "El Nino" season so the humidity was a bit of a shock to our system. The house has an AC unit for one bedroom but it is only meant for use in that specific bedroom. If you have a hard time sleeping in humidity and heat, and require AC, I suggest researching the cooler times to go if you plan on staying here. It is a great house and it is still a great time but sleep is a challenge if your body is not used to the elements. his house had everything that we needed for a fun family experience. 09/05/2016 at 10:40 PM

Reviewed By: Scarlett B.
Hometown: Bronx, New York

Hanalei Rest & Relaxation

Vacation Date: September 12, 2016

"My husband and I stayed at this wonderful home for two weeks. It was spacious and very close to the beach and town- easy access to everything. It was wonderful to have an outdoor shower to wash off after the beach and to have a large kitchen to cook in. We enjoyed the living room with the views of the mountains in the distance and the tropical front yard. Old hawaiian decor and a bit mid century in the living room, Also, the house is set back enough from the highway, you don't really hear too much and it is very clean.The management was very helpful when needed. The only reason I am giving this place four stars is because it was dark inside and hot- very hot & hard to cool down inside the house. I may be more partial to lighter spaces, so if you are okay with dark, then it would probably be great for you. Also, I'm not sure if we were having a bit of a heat wave, it was in the 90's, but the house held the heat. Overall, we had a nice stay. 10/02/2016 at 10:44 PM

Reviewed By: Heidi P.
Hometown: Bronx, New York

Charming Hanalei

Vacation Date: November 11, 2016

"We loved our time staying in Aunty Lydia's Ohana, a lovely very-well appointed and well-located former family home. It's a short walk to the beach and to the shops and restaurants in the town. Lots to do in the area: the beach, surf lessons, hiking on the Na Pali Coat, visit Limahuli Garden, mooch around the town. Hanalie is very beautiful and was the highlight of our ten days in Hawaii - our only regret was leaving, we could easilly have stayed another 3 or 4 days. 11/21/2016 at 12:17 AM

Reviewed By: Simon T.
Hometown: Bronx, New York

Great comfortable house in Hanalei

Vacation Date: April 2, 2018

"My family had a great time staying at Aunty Lydia's. The location is very close to everything we wanted to do - Hanalei beaches, downtown Hanalei, Haena beaches, etc. Easy walking to Pine Trees. We were very comfortable in the house, felt like home. We cooked food multiple nights, used the outdoor shower every day, and used the covered carport for drying off our swimsuits. Lots of fans in the house to keep cool at night, and one room has AC. Roosters like all over Kauai, but not as bad as our stay in Poipu - and it helps you get up to do all the activities! Suzanne and Cynthia were very pleasant and helpful. We definitely recommend staying, and would love to stay again in the future! Thanks Suzanne and Cynthia! 04/18/2018 at 7:05 PM

Reviewed By: Mike C.
Hometown: Santa Cruz, California

Perfect for my wedding

Vacation Date: April 28, 2018

"Was in an amazing location and the house was cozy and quaint. Will use them again in the future 05/10/2018 at 5:19 AM

Reviewed By: Daniel C.
Hometown: San Diego, California

Great place.

Vacation Date: May 7, 2018

"It's terrific. Very homey with personal touches that we appreciated but not overdone. Everything others have said: close to beach, big kitchen, lots of room. 05/16/2018 at 10:53 PM

Reviewed By: Marcus Y.
Hometown: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Great Ohana compound

Vacation Date: June 26, 2018

"Well maintained Ohana house with lots of history and character. Close walking distance from the bay. Unfortunately, couldn’t get to the end of the road. Aloha and mahalo

Reviewed By: Jeff T.
Hometown: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Fantastic Stay at Aunt Lydia’s Ohana

Vacation Date: July 30, 2018

"We have just returned home from our wonderful stay in Hanalei where our home base was Aunt Lydia's. It was homey and perfect in every way. We loved the photos of Aunt Lydia and also using the outside showers after our beach days. The location is superb as it is just around the corner from the best part of Hanalei Bay where all the locals hang. It was just lovely! Mahalo Kobayashi Family We will see you next time! xo 08/13/2018 at 10:22 PM

Reviewed By: Maryclaire B.
Hometown: Venice, California

Perfect!

Vacation Date: August 20, 2018

"Most amazing stay in Hawaii so far. 08/26/2018 at 8:52 PM

Reviewed By: Suzanne S.
Hometown: Venice, California

Comfortable home in a central location.

Vacation Date: September 1, 2018

"The house was beautifully cleaned and maintained. We were able to host some family over for a BBQ outdoors and had plenty of space. The rooms/beds were comfortable and cool after a long day at the beach. Will be returning soon. Thank you! 09/09/2018 at 2:11 PM

Reviewed By: Catrina H.
Hometown: Venice, California

Best location for the price, beach, grocery & charming town within walking distance.

Vacation Date: January 28, 2019

"Yes, we agree with reviewers this is like staying at grandma’s ‘60s house, it’s a comfortable, well-worn interior. Bring a booklight if you’re a reader, some rainy days brought us inside. Good view of mountains. Abundant kitchen utensils, pots & pans, yet rustic space. Water from tap tastes good. We felt safe. Tiniest bathroom ever. Management attentive, non-intrusive; on our 2nd day they emailed asking if anything needed. A window was askew, they came to fix it. Daybreak rooster crows are not as loud as we’re use to. The calm, warm zen-like island vibe smooths the rough home space. We enjoyed romantic new Ama restaurant for wonderful Asian noodles. We will remember Hanalei fondly. 02/05/2019 at 6:18 PM

Reviewed By: Sandra G.
Hometown: Venice, California

Amazing!!!

Vacation Date: March 19, 2019

"What an amazing stay we had at Aunt Lydia's Ohana! The rental process was so easy and Suzanne and Cynthia were quick to respond, professional and always kept us updated. The location was perfect. We could walk to the beach and downtown Hanalei in minutes. The views of the mountains from the front windows were stunning. The house was clean and well equipped with everything we could possible need. The outdoor shower was an added bonus and used a lot! Our 3 small children (ages 2, 4 & 6) loved the yard and could play safely outside by themselves. They loved all of the baby chickens running around! We cooked in most of the time and had everything we needed in the kitchen. The outdoor space (carport/lanai) was great too. We enjoyed our meals outside most of the time. The bedrooms were wonderful as well. We didn't need the AC, but the fans were a nice amenity to have. All in all we loved our stay and can't wait to go back. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!! 04/06/2019 at 5:11 PM

Reviewed By: Anonymous
Hometown: Venice, California

It felt like home

Vacation Date: May 20, 2019

"This house is lovely in its simplicity. There is everything you might need, but it is not fancy (and I mean that it in a good way). It is close to the most wonderful beach, and, although it is on the main road through town, it feels private and quiet. A lovely, lovely place for a quiet vacation with the family! 05/30/2019 at 2:43 AM

Reviewed By: Louis H.
Hometown: Venice, California

Great location. Very hot house.

Vacation Date: June 1, 2019

"We had a great time in Hanalei. The house is very big and has everything we needed. It was nice having 3 bedrooms and an outdoor shower. The best part is the 1 block walk to the beach. We happily walked to town, the pier, everywhere in town. I wanted to live in Hanalei and got the chance. Unfortunately for us the house gets 0 air flow so we were hot at night, and very hot from 2-5 pm daily. We had to leave the house. One room has an air conditioner. In the room there’s a note that says don’t try to cool the whole house with this air conditioner because that’s ridiculous and when it’s hot take a shower or jump in the ocean. There are 8 floor fans that move the hot air. Many houses aren’t airconditioned but they have air flow. This house doesn’t. I think people should know this because an elderly person would be miserable. My kids were miserable at times. If the owners fixed this problem I’m sure people would pay more to be comfortable. 06/06/2019 at 11:52 PM

Reviewed By: Susie V.
Hometown: Venice, California

Nice, but there are better

Vacation Date: July 23, 2019

"This being our fifth time staying in Hanalei area, this was the worse house experience. Location not ideal...walk to town is just a bit too long to do several times a day. Plus, ants destroyed half of the food we brought on night one. Didn’t see any warning from property manager...and their follow up communication wasn’t very empathetic to the situation. House is pretty cheap compared to all other properties, but there is a cost. I wouldn’t stay here again personally. 08/08/2019 at 3:17 PM

Reviewed By: Thomas M
Hometown: Venice, California

Relaxing, welcoming beach home.

Vacation Date: July 27, 2019

"We really enjoyed our time in this home just a block or two from Hanalei Bay. The a/c in each bedroom was a big help to beat the afternoon heat. An older home, with lots of old school charm. Well maintained and very clean. 08/02/2019 at 10:57 PM

Reviewed By: Dave E.
Hometown: Venice, California

Good, quiet location in Hanalei

Vacation Date: August 12, 2019

"Renting was easy and communication was good. Great location very near the beach and a nice stroll to the shops/restaurants. 08/19/2019 at 1:24 AM

Reviewed By: Jesse K.
Hometown: Venice, California

Nice little home in a great location.

Vacation Date: August 28, 2019

"This is a quaint little home in one of the best little towns in the world. We were able to wake up every morning and walk to the beach. Overall, it has everything you could need. The house can get HOT, which is noted in many reviews. Honestly, it's only in the early evening that it can get rough, and it's mostly sequestered to the living room. We just strolled on the beach or found a great happy hour. Little ACs were installed in the bedrooms, so it was very easy to sleep at night. 09/13/2019 at 9:40 PM

Reviewed By: Suzanne D.
Hometown: Venice, California

Okay home, great location

Vacation Date: November 1, 2014

"We stayed at this home for 6 nights in November. We loved the Hanalei area and the home was very close to the beach, which was so convenient. The home could use some upgrading though, and for that reason we would not stay here in the future. Some things that could use an update are the coffee maker (need larger size), the kitchen really needs a dishwasher (with new people staying each week, it would be nice to properly sanitize the dishes), and an A/C (we were sweating all day and night, and we visited during a cooler season, I couldn't imagine if we would have gone during summer!). I know everyone says Hawaii has such perfect weather that no one in their right mind needs A/C, we that simply isn't true. It would not cost much for the owner to put in an A/C system for the comfort of the guests. Good things though were location on the island, close to the beach, outdoor shower was a nice feature. 01/23/2015 at 1:40 PM

Reviewed By: Chelsea R.
Hometown: USA

Great great place to stay!

Vacation Date: March 13, 2014

"I cannot say enough about Aunty Lydia's. The location is unbelievably close to the beach-also walking distance to town and market on Saturdays. The front yard has awesome view of waterfalls-- we saw 6 one day! We were a bit surprised that the neighbors share a lot but they were sooo nice and unobtrusive. All the beach stuff you need! Loved having the chairs. We love cooking, so if you do too, bring any spices and what not bc there was only S & P there. I will definitely stay again. And again! Feels like home the minute you walk through the door. 04/03/2014 at 4:15 AM

Reviewed By: Molly H.
Hometown: USA

Great place to stay.

Vacation Date: October 12, 2019

"I would highly recommend anyone stay at Aunty Lydia’s. Super great place for couples or families. House has just about everything you need. If not you can find it in Hanalei town. The location is just awesome, you have to experience it. We’d wake up in the morning and look at the waterfalls from the front window before we’d leave to explore. Just go there, you’ll see. 10/23/2019 at 11:12 AM

Reviewed By: Frank R.
Hometown: Venice, California