At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Wainiha Beach Park and within 20 minutes of Lumahai Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, an iron/ironing board and a phone are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Near this Hanalei holiday home, you'll find Hanalei Bay.
Princeville Makai Golf Club - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
Hideaways Beach - 21 min drive - 16.7 km
Getting around
Lihue, HI (LIH) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Hanalei Poke - 12 min drive
Wishing Well Shave Ice - 12 min drive
Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - 12 min drive
Tahiti Nui - 11 min drive
Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore
This spacious, renovated home is nestled on the lush, tropical north shore of the "Garden Island" of Kauai. Wainiha Palms is down a long driveway, surrounded by a big lawn with many mature fruit trees on more than 3/4 acre of land. Enjoy this peaceful, secluded setting with just you and your special someone, or bring family and friends to share the wonder of this special part of paradise.
Two large lanai, one open and one covered, offer plenty of space to enjoy the great outdoors. Youngsters will love the big, open space for running around and playing outdoor games.
Your kitchen is fully equipped with more than just the essentials making it easy to dine at home. You will probably want to make good use of your BBQ for grilling your favorite foods including fresh, island fish. Be sure to visit at least one of Kauai's Sunshine Markets (farmer's markets) that take place in a different town each weekday. You'll find lots of fresh, local produce to complement other ingredients for tasty, culinary treats.
When you feel like eating out, there are a number of wonderful cafes and restaurants within a 10-minute drive and even more just a few minutes further in Princeville.
Activities nearby include touring Limahuli Gardens (a National Tropical Botanical Garden), hiking, biking, seasonal swimming, snorkeling, wind-surfing, surfing, boat tours, fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, and more.
*** Cancellation Policy *** Cancellations require at least a 30 day written or email notice prior to your check-in date for a full refund of your deposit. Notice at least 14 days prior to check in will receive a 50% refund. If less than 14 day notice, the rent, excise tax and reservation processing fee are forfeited. ***
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6
Has Ceiling Fans
No Air Conditioning
No Smoking
TVNCU# 1220 ... 24/7 On-Island contact: Kauai Vacation Rentals Property located in Tsunami Evacuation Zone TA-106-046-6688-01
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)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,584 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property Registration Number TA-106-046-6688-01, GE-106-046-6688-01, 580060170001
Property is also known as
2757-197975
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore?
Yep, Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore is a short 16-minute walk from Lumahai Beach.
Fun beach activities include snorkelling and swimming.
Does Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore?
No, Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore?
No, pets are not allowed.
Wainiha Palms, Nestled on the tropical north shore Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Donald S.
11 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home but location on VRBO in inaccurate.
Nice roomy home in secluded lot. Very comfortable. The location was not close to where VRBO shows walking distance from beach. House is located in area that requires driving to beach. A bit disappointing. That being said it is a fun, comfortable house.
Donald S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
21 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Kauai Anniversary Trip
We loved the location, the spaciousness of the house and property, fully-equipped kitchen, water crock, and lots of sliding glass doors for enjoying the breezes. We appreciated all the beach gear amenities. Walking to the Wainiha store and The Haven for coffee was so much fun! Our host was kind and responsive and we have been considering another visit next year to Wainiha Palms with our sons.
Margaret S.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jordan A.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical House On Stilts in Jungle
Mmy wife and two kids eight and 12 stayed in this magical house on stilts in the jungle. It's on the North Shore and though it is close to the road. It is definitely remote with all the screens closed and the windows open. You can hear the sounds of birds and bullfrogs and rain. this is the perfect place to retreat after days in the sun, watching TV eating ice cream playing board games. It has a beautiful lanai (screened in patio )for outdoor dinner and drinks. The only downside is that the beach across the road is barred from public access., We were told by local people that it is too dangerous to swim and it is Hawaiian land. Which means that if you want to swim in the ocean, you're going to need to get in a car no walking to the beach from this property.
Jordan A.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
richard c.
5 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Island hideaway
Great location and private hideaway…still close to hanalei bay surf breaks…we will be back!
richard c.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wainiha Palms
Kauai Vacation Rentals did an excellent job. Their staff was always helpful and went above and beyond for us. They made this an amazing stay in beautiful Kauai. The house was very inviting, and the grounds were very beautiful.
Scott B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Lauren T.
28 Sept 2023
Remote but could use a deep clean
Beautiful location, beautiful layout. Helpful to have laundry and kitchen on site.
We realized we were booking a house in a remote area of Kauai. We actually welcome geckos on walls (they're cute, eat bugs, and make cool sounds). We would have preferred that their poop be cleaned off the walls regularly.
The refrigerator seal was so badly broken that it was impossible to close the refrigerator 80% of the time (you had to tuck the seal in just right). My husband fixed it, but shouldn't have had to on his vacation.
There was no address marker at all. Not on the road near the highway, not on the house.
The house is "rustic" (which is fine!) but could also use a deep clean, especially the floors. Again, bugs and geckos are to be expected when you're smack in the jungle but it really seemed as if the house hadn't been deep cleaned (gecko poop all over bathroom, kitchen walls; tons of dirt/dust/grossness behind washer and dryer).
To be fair, we did not inform the management company of the address/refrigerator issue until the day we left, but it was pretty clear that the refrigerator seal had been an ongoing issue as it had been glued (and failed) multiple times.
Lauren T.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Joelle M.
3 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, isolated, hot
House is private, spacious, has a large kitchen. Bathrooms and laundry were clean. There are beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels.
Agency was v helpful. We shipped a package, they stayed late at the office so we could pick it up. The trash wasn't collected, but when we called, someone came and got it.
They linked us a co that rents kid’s eqpt, and that was easy. We avoided bringing a crib, stroller, beach toys, and a beach tent!
Flaws with staying here:
One review said house has air conditioning. It does have 2 a/c units. They are not installed, and do not have the accordions to seal the doors. My husband set them up and filled the gaps with pillows. While they blew cold air, was not enough to chill the main room. The last few days we set one up in the bedroom, then we didn't want to spend any time in the rest of the house - might as well have gotten a hotel room. Listing does not mention A/C, so we shouldn't have expected it. It was still a primary reason why we chose this rental and we were disappointed.
The windows need to be locked because of the risk of break-ins, but it is v hot when you get back. My dad had heat exhaustion after a hike and we didn't bring him back to the house because he would just get hotter. We spent the rest of the day driving around with the AC on.
There is a microwave, but none of the dishes are microwave safe. Two people burned their hands taking plates out of it.
We ran out of TP, paper towels, trash bags, and dish detergent.
The road to Hanalei is closed most of the day on weekdays because of a landslide, and you will wait in line to get through. I'm not sure when this will be resolved, but you should check before you book. Completely out of anyone’s control and it means the beaches are pretty quiet during the week!
Some work needed to be done - they consulted with us when we checked-in. Would've been nice to finish before we got there. There were aluminum shavings on the lanai which we found on my DD’s feet for the rest of the trip. Debris filled up the trash cans. Since the work is done, shouldn't be a problem!
Re other reviews:
Yes, there are mosquitos. This is the jungle and you will get bit. We didn't see any other bugs - the house was spotless. Close the screens and the house and lanai are safe.
The house is private but not isolated. There are neighbors through the trees. We didn't see anyone, but we could hear people, cars, dogs. No one else was "staying" on the property.
Joelle M.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2021
2/10 Terrible
Joann B.
28 Apr 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nightmare
This property was dirty.
We were covered in bites.
Someone living on the property.
We left early.
They should refund us for our time.
Joann B.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Courtney V.
2 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place on the north shore.
Great home, all amenities as listed, a/c units provided which helped, most homes in Kauai do not have a/c. Wonderful place to stay!
Courtney V.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten Y.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Wainiha Palms
We had the stay we hoped for, immersed in nature yet comfortable in our beautiful home with great beds, a fantastic kitchen and perfect sun decks.
Kirsten Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Eva T.
25 Mar 2018
Relaxation in jungle surroundings
Incredible
Eva T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sylvie D.
30 Jan 2018
Incredible!
Wow! This house is in nature and we loved it! I miss the view and the smell of the flowers and the song's birds! Congratulations to the owner, it's a fantastic place!
Sylvie D.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
10/10 Excellent
Rita S.
16 Dec 2017
Beautiful home in lovely private setting
We loved staying in this beautiful home. The yard is large with trees and bushes creating a quiet private oasis.
Mahalo
Rita S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
8/10 Good
Elizabeth B., San Francisco Bay Area
12 Aug 2017
Wonderful setting in rural wainiha
Spacious, comfortable house with beautiful hill views. Thank you!
The only improvements I would suggest are air conditioning thoroughout the house and some garden work in the back. (The fans and windows work well, but upon returning each evening after locking up the house per instructions, it was very hot.)