Puanani, a beautiful Hawaiian-style home, invites you to experience island living at its finest. Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac near Hanalei Bay and town, this spacious retreat offers comfortable accommodations with open beam ceilings and natural cedar walls. Savor the tropical surroundings from the front and back covered lanais amidst lush gardens with melodic songbirds.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home
Puanani ... TVNCU #1257 Property located in Tsunami Evacuation Zone GE-038-183-9360-01, TA-038-183-9360-01, TMK-550100140000
No Air Conditioning
No Smoking
"Puanani," Hawaiian for beautiful flower, is a Hawaiian-style family home located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac within easy walking distance of Hanalei Bay and town. A large yard with plumeria, hibiscus, night-blooming jasmine and a lush garden with melodic songbirds can be enjoyed from the front and back covered lanais. Decorated with wicker and bamboo furniture and designed with open beam ceilings and natural cedar walls, the house has a spacious, comfortable feeling.
The crescent beach of Hanalei Bay is a short walk away for sunbathing, beach combing, seasonal swimming and spectacular sunsets. Take a stroll down the beach to the historic Hanalei pier to enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls.
Another short walk brings you to the quaint town of Hanalei, where numerous shops and restaurants are located along with a market and post office. While exploring this historic town, sample local favorites, shaved ice and smoothies.
Other north shore activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, windsurfing, hiking, horseback riding, tennis and golf.
*** Cancellation Policy *** Cancellations for bookings require a 30-day written notice for refund of your initial deposit. The $50 reservation fee is non-refundable. If less than 30 days' written notice, the rent & excise tax are forfeited. ***
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-038-183-9360-01, GE-038-183-9360-01, 550100140000
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Hanalei, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. Visit our Hanalei travel guide
Is Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Hanalei Beach Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hanalei Bay. Hanalei Beach and Hoʻopulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill are also within 10 minutes.
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Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home Reviews
Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Perfect location, nice and easy. Everything went great.
jesse m.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy S.
7 Apr 2025
Great home!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved staying here! This was our third time staying in a property managed by KVRE and they have all been well kept well managed. This home was in really good shape, the stove was newer than the photos and it was a really enjoyable home base for our week in Hanalei.
Jeremy S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ashish K.
30 Apr 2024
Great stay at Puanani
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved our 10-dat stay in beautiful and excellently located Puanani. We hope to be back.
Ashish K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sylvia A.
23 Apr 2024
Wonderful stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We returned to Puanani for the 2nd time - and loved it again. House is in great condition, location is very good, rental agency is excellent.
Sylvia A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
thom c.
5 Oct 2023
Puanani
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a wonderful time
thom c.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elyse B.
24 Aug 2024
Perfect Hanalei Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Walking distance to the beach and town means perfect location! We love the outdoor shower! It’s a perfect little cottage for our family of 4. Can’t wait to go back next year.
Elyse B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter H.
30 Jul 2024
Relaxing Spot
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second time at Puanani and it was just as great as the previous stay. The location is hard to beat, easy walk to everything, beach, shops and restaurants. We are already planning next year's trip.
Peter H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Natalia P.
16 Sept 2024
I relocated a rooster!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It's a nice area quite and close to the beach. But noise insolation was bad because of the jalousie type of windows. Overall experience (after the rooster was relocated) was good!!!
Terrific location - just a short, 5-minute walk to the middle of Hanalei Bay beach.Very nice place, with much more character than a condo.Only problem was a rooster who started crowing before midnight and kept it up off and on for the rest of the night. I asked my son to get out of bed, go find it, and make us some rooster fricassee. But he wouldn't.This happened only one night out of 5. No idea why.
Myron M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
2 Apr 2024
Perfect house for our family
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was exactly what we needed. We never used the tv, so didn't have any issues with sound, which it seems like other visitors have had with the neighbors. The neighbor did ask for us to turn off a porch light but she was perfectly nice about it.
Jennifer S.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
William James R.
13 Mar 2024
Great Location - Not a relaxing environment
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house is lovely, in a typical Hawaiian style. It is in a great location in Hanalei - a couple blocks to the shops and the beach and has a very nice garden and deck area. The neighborhood is a bit of a challenge however owing to the complete lack of soundproofing. Quiet time is mentioned but this includes INSIDE the home too. Forget watching TV after dinner for which we were visited, yelled and swore at. I enjoyed a similar experience a couple days later (without the visit) for talking too loudly while doing the dishes at 8 20 in the evening.Bring a good book. Go to bed at 8pm. Talk to no-one for the remainder of the night and you'll be fine. It is a house I would have gladly returned to but NOT in the current environment - nor will I be encouraging friends and family to go.
William James R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ryan J.
20 Nov 2024
Loved it!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house in a great location. Kauai vacation rentals were very responsive.
Ryan J.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lorin P.
29 Apr 2024
Lovely Location Near Beach and Town!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love this place. We’ve been here multipleTimes and sent family here as well. We think that with some indoor and outdoor furniture updates this home will maintain its charm. Hopefully this will happen before we return next year!l
Kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. Very comfortable house in a great location. Loved the outdoor shower. Plenty of screened windows to let cooler air circulate.
Location was amazing. Loved the property. Clean and beautiful, as advertised. We appreciated the extra towels and beach equipment. Only slight downside is low privacy with lots of open windows and nearby neighbors.
This place is cozy, quiet, clean and fully equipped with everything we needed. The beach is a very short walk and the town of Hanalei too. We loved the lanai and yard. We will be back!
Fantastic stay! This home is so charming and has everything you could need. Extremely clean and the beds were comfortable. Note that the house does not have AC. We stayed in September and found we didn't need it, the fans worked well for us. We will stay again if in the area!
Great house and convenient location.Neighbor yelled at us one night because 6 people were talking on the lanai at 8:50 pm.Loved having the extra 1/2 bath & outside shower.Place was cute. Would rent again!
Joslyn S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shane A.
1 Oct 2025
Better Than Expected
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect location, size and amenities for our needs. Easy to find and management was responsive and attentive. Don’t have a single bad thing to say.
We loved this home! Great location to the beach and town. Loved the local restaurants and grocery store. We will be back!
Debbie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erin F.
28 Oct 2025
Comfortable home, ideal location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
An ideal home base for our North Shore vacation, this home allowed us to feel like we lived right in Hanalei. Super easy walk to the beach, even carrying all our gear. Walking to town for meals and shopping is even easier. We loved being on a quiet, residential street where we could get good sleep and have plenty of space all to ourselves. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It felt like home for the time we were lucky enough to stay there. I would definitely stay there again!
Erin F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elyse B.
25 Aug 2024
Perfect Hanalei Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Walking distance to the beach and town means perfect location! We love the outdoor shower! It’s a perfect little cottage for our family of 4. Can’t wait to go back next year.
Elyse B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brooks K.
19 May 2022
Delightful
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Puanani is a wonderful beach house. It's a short walk to the beach, on a super quiet and peaceful side street in the most picturesque town in Hawaii.