Perched just 75 steps from Anini Beach, Hale La'Au Pohaku offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy ocean views and tropical landscapes from the private lanais or explore the beach with paddle boards, snorkel gear, and coolers provided.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean
Hale La'Au Pohaku TVNC 4255
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**Please note this Vacation Home is located in the tsunami evacuation zone.
As one of the more spacious homes on Anini Beach, ’Hale La'Au Pohaku' (House of Wood and Rock) offers 2,300 square feet of indoor floor space, plus 500 square feet of two covered lanais. This home sits just 75 steps from the ocean with a private path to the beach right out the front door. The large open great room comes with Koa wood floors, doors, and cabinets, as well as a 24-foot-high, custom Hawaiian wood, cathedral ceiling with skylights, plus marble and granite finishes.
Each bedroom has a therapeutic mattress, high-quality linens, and pillow options. With ceiling fans in every room, you’ll fall asleep to the ocean breeze with ease. Custom lighting throughout the home contributes to amazing vacation pictures. The front and rear lanais have beautiful, partial ocean and mountain views while the landscaping features an abundance of tropical plants and flowers that attract birds and wildlife. The large master suite has a king-size bed and a marble bathroom with twin vanities and a luxurious shower. Each of the two over-sized bedrooms has direct access to separate lanais through screened doors. Each includes a queen-size bed and a daybed with an additional twin mattress, and they share a large marble bathroom and shower.
The large, fully-equipped kitchen has Koa wood cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counter-tops, and top amenities for intimate meal prepping and cooking. With a six-seat bar and eight-seat dining table, there is ample dining room inside. On the front lanai, you can dine and feel the ocean breeze while watching the palm trees and ocean waves or enjoy a private lanai in the back.
Whether a group of couples, friends or a larger family group, this home provides all the amenities after a long day at the beach or exploring. As you venture out, feel free to use the home’s coolers, beach towels, beach wagon, paddle boards, or snorkel gear on the calm waters of Anini beach, the only swimmable beach year-round. An outdoor shower, multiple spots to rinse, and free laundry make it easy to keep clean. The home is fully-equipped with on-premise parking, bamboo linens, beach towels, barbecue, games, sightseeing and other books, DVD players and select videos, cable TVs and free WiFi allows for AppleTV, Netflix, or Hulu downloads for late night movies.
This rental is managed by Vacasa Vacation Rentals of Hawaii, LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Private hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Netflix
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the sea
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,300 square feet
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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
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-150-286-9504-01, GE-150-286-9504-01, 530040200000
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.
About the area
Located in Kilauea, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Christ Memorial Episcopal Church and Kilauea Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kauai Mini Golf and Princeville Botanical Gardens. Island Sails and Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Kilauea travel guide
Is Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean located?
Situated in Kilauea, this beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Anini Beach and Ka Lae o Kowali. Wyllie's Beach and Robert Trent Jones Jr. Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Spacious tropical getaway with lanais - just steps from the ocean Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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.
Our family spent a lovely week staying at this property. Absolutely loved the super short walk to the beach. Anini beach was great. Shallow and warm, good snorkeling and we watched lots of sea turtles. Home is a dated—fun to daydream and discuss possible updates.
Jill B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
John H.
19 Jun 2024
Beautiful location.
Great location. Beautiful. Downside was no a/c made the house very muggy. The two queen beds are not comfortable at all. Property is mosquito heaven. Please spray
The property is stunning inside and out. The rooms are sizable, particularly the master. Each of the two smaller rooms has a day bed, so three people could sleep in each of those rooms. The living/dining/kitchen area is huge and well appointed. The kitchen is equipped for cooking and baking. The living room has a large couch and two comfy arm chairs. There are games and DVDs in the cupboards below the tv. The basement storage room has beach gear galore! Snorkeling masks, beach chairs, umbrellas, floating devices, and sand castle building supplies. On top of that, the location is outstanding! Our trip to the beach entailed a walk across the street. Anini Beach is a great snorkeling spot. Plus, you may be lucky enough to catch the paragliders on a day when the wind is right. Princeville, Hanalei and Kilauea are a quick drive to access great food, grocery stores, shops, and activities. So you get both the quiet of a seaside house combined with cities just a hop, skip and a jump away.Perfection!
Sarah M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JENIFER F.
20 Jul 2023
Anini Heaven!
This house is in the perfect location for Anini Beach snorkeling and swimming.
JENIFER F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DONNA B.
23 Dec 2023
Pohaku stay
Loved the spaciousness. 3 bedrooms were nice. The Kitchen was perfect.
DONNA B.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
ANNE LACEY S.
26 Jan 2023
Paradise
This spacious three bedroom house was perfect for a family vacation, right across the street from Anini beach. Quiet neighborhood yet convenient to Princeville Foodland and easy drive to Hanalei
The house was great. Had everything we needed. Was super comfortable. Lots of beach equipment which was great for paddle boarding snorkeling floating etc
The property was beautiful and the beach location perfect for our family get together. We had a great time.
The only thing that wasn't as advertised was the hot tub didn’t work. It would have felt good after a day of kayaking and hiking.
I would rebook this property again.
RICHARD R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jordan T.
16 Feb 2023
Amazing place for our large family vacation
This place was perfect. The house was well stocked with everything we needed to relax and make meals. We had a party of 7 and there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Great outdoor sitting areas and the kids loved the jacuzzi. Just across the street from Anini beach, where even the locals were jealous of the house's proximity! This is "the beach" to go to according to the locals if you have kids, want to snorkel or paddleboard or just relax on the beach. The kids went snorkeling every morning to see sea turtles and fish. Also, very close to Hanalei and Princeville for market and restaurant options. The north part of the island gets you away from the big resorts and "commercial" feel of Hawaii. I will try and book this property again next time we come back.
Jordan T.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
M CATHERINE B.
13 Jan 2023
Superior location and floor plan
Upon arrival I was disturbed by the grounds being so cluttered. There had been a storm, but it seem to be worse than that. It was cleaned up within two days. We found the bathrooms and the kitchen to be very clean, although the carpeting, the sectional, and the pillows all need a thorough cleaning. We washed pillow covers because they were disgusting.
M CATHERINE B.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
April P.
17 May 2017
If Heaven Had a Zip Code
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:
I wish someone had told us sooner that Anini Beach is far and away the best beach in Hawaii, that the water is Caribbean calm, that you can snorkel and see exotic fish starting the second you dip your goggles in. We spent the first week of our honeymoon at a slightly more rustic spot on the Wailua River and once we arrived here, we kicked ourselves because we instantly felt like THIS is what a honeymoon is supposed to feel like. The house is gorgeously appointed - and as newlyweds we learned our first traveling lesson together, as adventurous and easy-going as we are, it turns out we like fancy. Turns out "fancy" is a lot more romantic... This place has everything, it all feels brand new and once we arrived, we cooked every meal there because we didn't want to leave again. And once we return we know exactly where we'll be staying.
Absolutely stunning home! Great location! The check-in process was a little rough from the start. We were not in receipt of the check in instructions on how to actually access the property itself. It took close to an hour going through Vrbo to reach someone to get the instructions sent to us via email. Once we got to the home the home was absolutely stunning. It was late in the evening, but the morning sun rise, highlighted exactly what the property was all about and we could’ve been any happier. Woke up to the ocean and roosters :)
Jennifer B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DAVE N.
5 Sept 2022
Beautiful Family Vacation!
Location is perfect! We walked across the street to ‘our beach’ and daily location under a huge tree. We watched the sunset each night with a glass of wine and then went back to a very warm house. That was the one drawback. We realize we are in Kauai and AC is not the norm but it was so warm even with fans everywhere- ceiling and floor. You will need and use all the fans. We did have some days where the temperature and trade winds cooled the house. The nights were good for sleeping as it would cool down. The front lanai was our favorite spot to gather after dinner. Beds were very comfortable. Snorkeling equipment and paddle board were great to have! A few small suggestions- only found 2 kitchen towels, need more! My daughter rented a few baby items for our 4 month old grandson which is a great service available if traveling with an infant including a pack and play- THERE WAS ONE IN THE MASTER BEDROOM CLOSET! I even called Vacasa to find out if there were any baby items in the home. Please add to you list of items for this house!!
Also there were 3 empty propane tanks for the BBQ so we had to cook chicken inside Friday evening. Called to request tanks and they were delivered on Sunday.
Anini Beach is such a beautiful spot! Hope to return!!
This home is spacious, comfortable, well equipped, thoughtfully decorated and incredibly located. So many spaces for lounging - both a front deck and a back one - as well as a large family room with comfy furniture. The beds too were amazing.
There was tons of beach equipment provided - everything you could want or need! The home sits directly across the street from one of the beach accesses to Anini - a gem of a beach and an ideal place for snorkeling or playing in the sand with little ones or relaxing.
I highly recomment this home and hope to stay there again!
Our family enjoyed every moment of our time in this beautiful house! It was perfect for our family of 6 to enjoy the beach, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and hiking.
This was an amazing location for our family. Three children under the age of 7, a teenager, and my wife and I. We thoroughly enjoyed the home and being so close to the water. It was easy to set up a spot on the beach in the morning and go back and forth between house and beach all day. Water was great. Anini is some of the calmest water and most protected beach in Kauai. Great place for paddleboarding, seeing sea turtles, snorkeling, playing with the kids, etc. Highly recommend this home. There is an option to rent the small cottage behind the home. Would recommend that too.
Perfect spot just steps away from the beach. Convenient location to Hanalei or Kilauea. Lots of amenities, would stay here again
Michelle K.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shawna M.
21 Apr 2022
Fantastic location with quirks
Walking across the street to the beach was amazing, especially since the beach is pretty secluded and we always found a shady spot to hang out. The house was beautiful and spacious, just had several quirks. Would have been nice to be told of these ahead of time instead of trial and error. Washer and dryer only worked on certain settings, no cold water at kitchen sink, screen door doesn’t close properly (mosquitoes everywhere) and bathtub jets don’t work. We also had a few other issues that were resolved, but communication was difficult since you have to go through Vacasa and not the local team. Also just a heads up there is limited to no cell phone service depending on your carrier. Wifi worked great though and we really enjoyed all the amenities the house had to offer. Vitamix, rice cooker, SUP and surf board, tons of beach chairs and snorkel gear. We were lucky to have courteous renters in the house directly behind this one so noise was not an issue. For the price, we expected a more flawless experience but that being said, we’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
Loved the Location. Cars on road
In front of property a distraction.. Not enough hot water to fill the tub. Access to beach outstanding
Robert P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sophie G.
29 Nov 2021
Fantastic location but no dishwasher…
The house has a fantastic location: steps from the beach!! 2 great lanais. Inside, everything you need. It is very Spacious. One problem we encountered was with the dishwasher: first time we use it, the dishes aren’t cleaned. I contact Vacasa team: very professional and I’m told someone will be there the next day and to expect a call or text message. Well nobody came, called or ever texted. So no dishwasher for us for the whole week. Upon leaving, we talked to cleaning crew who told us we would get some kind of refund, but we havent received any news of that. So bottom line, be prepared to be on your own on this one. Once again the place is super well located, is very nice, well appointed but if you have a problem, good luck. Be aware, there is no a/c. It did not really cause a problem, we were there in late October.
Sophie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa T.
16 Nov 2021
Anini Perfection
Awesome house. Perfect location. We had a wonderful time!
Lisa T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rick R.
1 Nov 2021
A Great Place To Stay and Kick Back
The house is beautiful and really well kept. There's lots of space and they have well appointed amenities. The jacuzzi tub wasn't working when we were there and that would have been a great extra benefit. However, everything else there was terrific.