Get away from typical tourist rentals and stay in this renovated and fully restored mid-century ranch-style Hawaiian home that harkens back to another era. Originally built in 1948, this home is situated at the base of the Aina Haina valley, a neighborhood that has been coveted for generations by local families for its location, safety and convenience. Our little valley is just 20 minutes from the airport, and once you’re here, all of Honolulu and East Oahu are yours to explore. From our doorstep you’re less than 10 minutes to Diamond Head. A 15 minute drive gets to you to Waikiki, and less than 20 minutes to historic chinatown. In our home you can enjoy the best of both worlds: exploring all the sun, surf and outdoor activities of Hawaii during the day, and all the cultural and culinary experiences afforded you by being so close to the center of Honolulu.
But that is only half the story! In the other direction we are just minutes away from Hawaii Kai, where you can stop for a shave ice on your way home from visiting Koko Head, or snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Explore just a little further down the road and you can drive the dramatic Ka’iwi coast: home to great hiking trails and some of the most striking Hawaii coastline. East Oahu is also famous for some of the most beautiful beaches on Oahu including: Eternity beach, Sandy’s, Makapu’u, and Waimanalo beach park.
But the best part of your day (when you’re done hiking, swimming or exploring) is the time you will spend with friends and family away from the crowds in your own urban oasis. While the home is near a busy street, you will find that the property is totally enclosed and very private, surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Step inside and enjoy the gracious indoor and outdoor spaces that allow the cooling trade winds to flow through its open ranch style design. Relax on the lanai, or sit by the pool and watch the clouds float over the Ko’olau mountains in the back of the valley.
The home has been owned by the same local family for four generations and has recently undergone a top to bottom renovation, completed in December 2019.
It includes the addition of an architecturally designed pool house and saltwater pool with its own sleeping area, separate bathroom and outdoor kitchen as well as a new front lanai, a custom designed Henrybuilt kitchen and bar area with SubZero and Wolf appliances and custom Heath Ceramics tile in every bathroom. The back patio accommodates outdoor dining for 8.
We're an eco-conscious home and 100% of the electricity comes from solar power (with a net-zero carbon footprint). The home renovations were designed to allow for maximum air flow, natural cooling and conscious power consumption.
The pool house and master bedroom of the main house are air conditioned and while the rest of the main house does not have AC, the open design and overhead fans keep the house cool, allowing the ocean air, Tahitian gardenia, and night blooming jasmine to waft through the home.
Our COVID-19 cleaning protocols include professional cleaning and disinfection.
Please contact us for off-season or long term stay pricing options.
***IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES
Please note that your booking is not confirmed until we have received a signed rental agreement and guest registration.
-In accordance with City and County of Honolulu, this property is a legally established rental accommodation ...
Registration Number: 000001336610, GE-010-603-8272-02, TA-010-603-8272-01
Michael G.
Jun 24, 2024
Pictures and words don't do this property justice. I highly recommend that any families looking for a great house book this place immediately.
The owner and property manager were botb amazing before and during the stay.
There were 8 of us staying here, but the house is so spacious and accommodating that we never felt on top of each other.
The location is perfect for making day trips, close to multiple shopping centers, and easy to access.
We've come to Oahu multiple times, stayed at resorts on the beach but this was by far the best place we've stayed at!
A hui hou!
Kristin G.
Mar 01, 2024
other than the washer and dryer having issues, the property was AMAZING! excellent location, close to everything one needs during their stay and with a short walk you're on the beach. Just an incredible find.
Matt M.
Jan 29, 2024
My family and I loved everything about this property and location and the hosts couldn't have been more helpful along the way. Great kitchen appliances to cook our own meals and a convenient location for nearby shops and to go downtown for dinners. Friendly neighborhood as well as it was easy to go for runs nearby each morning. Thanks again for the hospitality.
Tatia B.
Jan 11, 2024
Fabulous house with everything you need or want in a vacation home! Charming mid century home designed exquisitely. Great hangout space for all of us, on the patio, around the pool, we all felt very comfortable.
An added bonus was the well equipped kitchen, and top of the line appliances.
Nicole and Brittany were very welcoming and responsive to any questions we had, and offered us many recommendations for dining and best beaches. Book your stay now!!!
YiLin Z.
Dec 23, 2023
Do not hesitate to book this as your vacation home away from home. This house has all the amenities. An indoor kitchen, an outdoor kitchen, and wet bar. This is one of the most well appointed homes I've booked. The kitchen had everything we needed to really feel like we could settle into the house. I'm talking about so many kitchen appliances, utensils, seasoning and spices.
Considering how tight space is in Hawaii. This house is a real gem. The number of bedrooms, bathrooms, inside and outside seating space, the pool, and surrounding greenery combined in one property are rare. The rooms are all a good size. You could easily have 8 people in the house and not feel on top of each other.
There is a valid point that this house is right off of a major street and you can hear the traffic noises but you have to keep in mind that this house has unparalleled amenities, space, and is in a pretty central and convenient area of Oahu. It's all about location. The landscaping blocks the street view and while there you feel like you're in your own oasis.
The owner and property manager are friendly, caring, and accessible. They consistently check in with you to see how the stay is going and if there is anything that you need.
There were 7 of us who came from different countries and places in the U.S. ages ranging from 20 to 70 years old. We stayed for 10 nights. Everyone loved the house and enjoyed their stay here. This house is so worth it
Jodie R.
Nov 21, 2023
We had the best time in Hawaii, largely in part because of how amazing this house was. Because we traveled with a 3 month old + 3 year old, having a home that could accommodate the needs of our family was super important. Having the grass for my 3 year old to run around on, the separate kitchen to make bottles in the night, and pool house for space/a break was so incredibly helpful! Nicole and her house manager, Britt, were so responsive and genuinely cared that we were comfortable and having a great time. Everything was so clean and tidy + the house was just beautiful beyond words. Can’t wait to stay again!
Jodie R.
Nov 19, 2023
We had the best time in Hawaii, largely in part because of how amazing this house was. Because we traveled with a 3 month old + 3 year old, having a home that could accommodate the needs of our family was super important. Having the grass for my 3 year old to run around on, the separate kitchen to make bottles in the night, and pool house for space/a break was so incredibly helpful! Nicole and her house manager, Britt, were so responsive and genuinely cared that we were comfortable and having a great time. Everything was so clean and tidy + the house was just beautiful beyond words. Can’t wait to stay again!
Mary P.
Sep 16, 2023
This was one of our top 10 vacations, and it had to do with this beautiful house. This home is beautifully designed and decorated. We had five adults in our party and the way the home is set up there was plenty of privacy for all of us. There were lots of places to gather to talk and play games. The pool is refreshing . We used it every day. Only two of the bedrooms are air-conditioned but with plenty of fans we found the house very comfortable. The only place where the house got overheated was in the main kitchen. Above the kitchen island is a skylight that tended to concentrate the heat. The host was prompt with any of our questions, and after we left, we continued to talk about the history of the house, and the beautiful workmanship and art on the walls. It was an easy walk to the grocery store, and the home is in a clean, safe neighborhood. We will definitely rent again when we come back!
Mary P.
Sep 16, 2023
This was one of our top 10 vacations, and it had to do with this beautiful house. This home is beautifully designed and decorated. We had five adults in our party and the way the home is set up there was plenty of privacy for all of us. There were lots of places to gather to talk and play games. The pool is refreshing . We used it every day. Only two of the bedrooms are air-conditioned but with plenty of fans we found the house very comfortable. The only place where the house got overheated was in the main kitchen. Above the kitchen island is a skylight that tended to concentrate the heat. The host was prompt with any of our questions, and after we left, we continued to talk about the history of the house, and the beautiful workmanship and art on the walls. It was an easy walk to the grocery store, and the home is in a clean, safe neighborhood. We will definitely rent again when we come back!
Alexander B.
Aug 27, 2023
This place is perfect when you need a bit of space (work, exercise ecc). It has a very nice manicured garden and a great swimming pool. The house has literally everything you need. Well placed to drive to great beaches or to Honolulu for a drink or dinner.
The host and the young couple taking care of the house are exceptional and super helpful.
The only downside for us was the proximity to a multi lane road next to the house. Not a big problem unless there are police or ambulance siren sounds.
We will come back for sure.
Alexander B.
Aug 27, 2023
This place is perfect when you need a bit of space (work, exercise ecc). It has a very nice manicured garden and a great swimming pool. The house has literally everything you need. Well placed to drive to great beaches or to Honolulu for a drink or dinner.
The host and the young couple taking care of the house are exceptional and super helpful.
The only downside for us was the proximity to a multi lane road next to the house. Not a big problem unless there are police or ambulance siren sounds.
We will come back for sure.
Sophia C.
Jul 11, 2023
Beautifully decorated house with all the essentials, art works, beach gear, and more. We were pleasantly surprised with the snacks, bottle of wine, and all the fresh fruit that we enjoyed during our stay. Very thoughtful. There was some road noise since it’s next to a major street but we quickly got used to it. We spent every meal outside on the patio. Would love to come back!
Sophia C.
Jul 11, 2023
Beautifully decorated house with all the essentials, art works, beach gear, and more. We were pleasantly surprised with the snacks, bottle of wine, and all the fresh fruit that we enjoyed during our stay. Very thoughtful. There was some road noise since it’s next to a major street but we quickly got used to it. We spent every meal outside on the patio. Would love to come back!
Alice C.
Feb 01, 2023
The photos do not do this place justice!! We were all amazed and in shock by the beauty of Nicole’s home. Everything was very clean, tidy, and well equipped. Toa showed us around and was nothing but amazing and very friendly when going through the home walkthrough with us. Nicole and Brittney were very quick to answer any of my questions. We rented this place for our wedding and they were very accommodating to our requests and even offered us a late check out time! There is also ample parking and the neighborhood is very nice, quiet, and convenient (close to Waikiki and the airport). I would highly recommend staying here!!
Alice C.
Jan 31, 2023
The photos do not do this place justice!! We were all amazed and in shock by the beauty of Nicole’s home. Everything was very clean, tidy, and well equipped. Toa showed us around and was nothing but amazing and very friendly when going through the home walkthrough with us. Nicole and Brittney were very quick to answer any of my questions. We rented this place for our wedding and they were very accommodating to our requests and even offered us a late check out time! There is also ample parking and the neighborhood is very nice, quiet, and convenient (close to Waikiki and the airport). I would highly recommend staying here!!
