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A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden ceiling, white railings, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and a large island with seating.
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.
A lush garden with a pool, a covered seating area, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Haena, HI
  • Place, Kepuhi Point Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Makua Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Haena Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hanalei

Located within a 5-minute walk of Kepuhi Point Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Makua Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a lanai, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Kepuhi Point Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Makua Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wainiha Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Haena Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Canon's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬15 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.

Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach

Haena Modern Beachfront, Hale Elua (Two) is a newly renovated modern beach home with luxurious furnishings. Hale Elua offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, a formal dining room table, casual outdoor dining on the lanai, air conditioning, high-speed internet & hot tub. There are two homes on the property that are available to rent individually and experience a beautiful private escape for your oceanside adventure or you may want to rent them both for a family reunion, small business conference, or group of friends.

General Amenities Include:
Air Conditioning in all bedrooms
Ocean views from living room, kitchen and master bedroom
Beachfront - located on a stunningly beautiful tropical beach with swimming and snorkeling
Spacious raised lanai (covered porch) with full ocean views and BBQ
Lush landscaping, walking paths and garden reading area
Beach chairs, towels, umbrella, mats, children's beach toys
Outdoor shower with hot & cold water for rinsing after the ocean
Hot Tub

Bed, Bath & Kitchen Amenities Include:
Private master suite with ocean views and double vanity
Two king beds, one queen, all with high count cotton sheets
Quartz countertops throughout
Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, oven, convection microwave, dishwasher, toaster, and blender.

Haena Modern Beachfront Hale Elua is located on the lush north shore of Kauai, the Garden Island. Kauai is known as the most naturally beautiful island in the Hawaiian chain, as yet unsullied by modern development. It is the oldest island of Hawaii and has towering mountains, scenic canyons, and spectacular waterfalls. At Hale Elua, you can escape to "old Hawaii" amongst towering kamani and ironwoods trees, swaying palms, and turquoise ocean. Savor the moment of this relaxed tropical paradise while lounging on the lanai and watching the sunset after a glorious day of ocean play.

Haena Modern Beachfront is just minutes from the town of Hanalei and beachfront to Tunnels Beach, the best snorkeling location on the island. The Na Pali Coast Trail and Ke'e Beach are 2 miles from the property and accessed with a permit. Please visit . The 1 Hotel (golf, tennis, spa, and restaurants) is just 20 minutes away. The north shore of Kauai offers a multitude of fine restaurants and daily activities; a list of recommendations will be available to you for your stay.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

VRBO/Hawaii Life bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

*This home is located in a Tsunami Evacuation Zone*
TVNCU #1201
TA-003-356-9280-01
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a lanai, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golfing 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number GE-003-356-9280-01, TA-003-356-9280-01, 580090250002

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Beachfront Haena Vacation Rental

Beachfront at Tunnels Haena Vacation Rental

1536-202845

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Hanalei is within a 10-minute walk of Makua Beach and Kepuhi Point Beach. You'll also find Hanalei Bay and Ke'e Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a hot tub.

Does Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lihue Airport (LIH), which is about 21.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach?

Yes, every house at Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach comes with a lanai.

Modern Beachfront Home by Tunnels Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great house in such a beautiful setting. Recently updated and very comfortable. You will love it all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, well equipped kitchen, local host was very responsive. Gorgeous views and the hot tub was amazing. Wonderful place to slow down and enjoy a bit of island life.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House, in the best location north Kauai island. On the beach. Wonderful Christmas week with family, sure will return someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendall C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Check-in was a breeze, easy internet access, and kitchen is absolutely beautiful and lovely to use. The house is gorgeous, welcoming and very thoughtfully designed. We were in heaven! This is our second time here and we hope to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach house

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house right on the beach. The house has direct access to the beach and it’s a beautiful walk on the beach to the Napali Coast. The house had everything we needed and was very peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

max w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is one of the best vacation rentals ever

This house and property are all you can hope for. The views, the house, the location, the amenities. All are amazing. Without a doubt we are coming back and booking this exact property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacay Dream

Very Well Appointed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

B. Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Stunning setting and home. Total relaxation in a very peaceful setting. Clean, beautifully furnished and comfortable. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Never Disappoints

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: Our second year at this home... Amazing house, amazing location, fantastic service.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Time Beach House

Great house by the beach. House, appliances, and furnishings are excellent. Ocean views while eating breakfast and dinner on the lanai. Fast Internet. Comfortable beds. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

Kauai trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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. Hawaii Life was great to work with, always someone there if you needed anything.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Must

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 and host were wonderful. All of our expectations were exceeded! The house is in immaculate condition and beach access is guaranteed. We'll definitely be back next year!** If you've ever been to Kauai, then you know the North Shore is the place to be. This house is just about as perfect as it gets for the North Shore **
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendall C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular!

We can’t say enough about our stay here. This Haena home has been meticulously and tastefully renovated with attention to every detail. The overall feel is embracing and welcoming. The kitchen is extremely well-outfitted, not to mention beautifully done. We enjoyed dinners on the front deck every night overlooking the ocean and beautifully manicured garden. The large front room is perfect for hanging out, reading, yoga or watching a movie. We all commented how lovely it was to come “home” after days on the beach or adventures - we all felt spoiled! This vacation was a splurge for us, and we felt it exceeded our expectations. We hope to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nanette h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Haena Vacation

This property is amazing!! We found the home bigger and nicer than what it looks like from the pictures. It accommodates 6 adults easily with lots of space. It is right on the beach (not swimmable though) and the grassy/shady lawn is perfect spot. The best part is the lanai-it is large with a table for 6, 2 oversized comfy chairs and a hot tub. The view is amazing! Tunnels beach is just around the corner-a quick 15 minute walk with calmer water to swim and snorkel. Beach is not busy or crowded. Responses from host were quick (the only thing we needed was trash/recycling emptied) and we had no problems during our stay. It is a quiet, remote location that offers solitude. Even though the rental right next door is close, we never heard the visitors and still felt secluded. We hope to come back to this exact rental in the future!
Right in front of the property looking to the right
Right in front of the property looking to the left
Tunnels beach
The view from the lanai
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Second time back!

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 renting Hale Elua and it was just as perfect as we remembered! The house is super well taken care of, it's stocked well with the best of the best, air conditioning and fans in every room, and just gorgeous! Waking up to the sound of the waves and watching the incredible sunrises above the ocean right from the bedroom is a true gift. You have the best beach right in front of the house to begin the gorgeous 15 min walk to tunnels. The hot tub is an amazing edition to relax in the early morning or after a long day of exploring. We already booked our next stay! Can't wait to be back to relax and unwind in this magical place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Beachfront Home

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely home. The location is perfect, right on the beach a short walk from the Tunnels reef. Everything about the newly remodeled property is high end, from the gourmet kitchen (Wolf, Sub-Zero, All-Clad, Cuisinart, etc) to the huge collection of luxurious Pendleton beach towels. We enjoyed the short beautiful drive to Hanelei for fresh Opah from the Dolphin fish market, which we barbecued on the lanai overlooking the turquoise waters of the North Shore, napping and reading in the hammock overlooking the beach, walking up to Tunnels for snorkeling with the sea turtles, Surf lessons at Hanelei bay, hiking in Haena State Park just up the road, fresh pineapple and citrus daiquiris from the Vitamix blender, delicious tapas at Baracuda, amazing ramen at Ama, and super-fresh Poke bowls from Hanalei Poke, and stand-up paddling and kayaking on the Hanalei River --all close by in Hanalei. We highly recommend this home for your North Shore Kauai vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

Beautiful and Private

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 rental home is a wonderful escape from the crowded resort areas. It was very clean, with updated furnishings and appliances. The A/C units worked very well which was needed since it was very hot in July. The views from the patio were gorgeous and the ocean was just a few steps away. There were only 2 issues that could use some attention. 1. The washing machine smelled very strongly of mildew. It needs to be cleaned and serviced. Unfortunately, I think too many renters put sandy towels in there and it wasn't designed to handle that much sand.2. The hot tub was leaking the entire time. I was told the owner is aware of it but I guess they haven't bothered to do anything about it.Other than that, the stay was amazing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just book it! This place is incredible in every way! So clean! Feels brand new and the decor and finishes are so nice! If you want to wake up to the ocean waves and be able to step right out onto the beach, this is the place for you! Everything you need to cook at home if you don't want to drive to town. (Go to Walmart to get your groceries before you head North, food at local stores is expensive) This home does share a lot with another identical home, but those guests were not a problem for us. You will see other people though because of that if the other home is booked, so if you want total seclusion, this is not the place for you. It does take about 10 minutes of driving to get to Hanalei for any restaurants, etc... everything takes a while in Hawaii due to windy slow roads. As far as the beach goes, this is NOT a snorkeling beach. In fact, we couldn't get in the water at all. There are lots of big rocks and big waves since this home faces North. The water is rough in this area, so do not plan to get in the water at this home. Tons of nearby beaches though that are safer for water stuff. Not being able to get in the water was not an issue for us. You have to give up something to have views like this! Would stay here again in a heartbeat! Manager was super responsive when we had an issue. The only thing that I did not like was that the hot tub chemicals were so strong that you could not actually get in and enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Emily E.

Beautiful home in a peaceful location

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second visit to the north shore of Kauai and the location of this home could not have been more perfect. We didn’t mind the gorgeous 15 minute drive into Hanalei Bay and enjoyed the solitude and peace this home offered. We had breakfast each morning on the deck overlooking the ocean, leisurely afternoons in the hammock, and lovely walks on the beach to Tunnels for snorkeling. The home itself was gorgeous and well appointed but left some to be desired. Some of cookware and knives were worn out, it was lacking basic amenities we would be accustomed to for a rental of this quality (tea, coffee, sweetener, spices, propane for the grill, had to request olive oil and shampoo/conditioner which our on-island property manager delivered). The air conditioner splits were helpful for warm afternoons but we felt the mattresses were uncomfortable. We found it off putting how it was mentioned many times that after the starter supply of toilet paper etc. was used, we were on our own. Overall, for the cost vs. value, I don’t feel we would return to this particular property and were a bit surprised by Hawaii Life’s property management.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Basil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is truly amazing, beach views, sunsets. And on our trip we had a wonderful crescent moon, Jupiter rises!Facilities were comfortable and well planned.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Emily E.

Beautiful home in a peaceful location

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second visit to the north shore of Kauai and the location of this home could not have been more perfect. We didn’t mind the gorgeous 15 minute drive into Hanalei Bay and enjoyed the solitude and peace this home offered. We had breakfast each morning on the deck overlooking the ocean, leisurely afternoons in the hammock, and lovely walks on the beach to Tunnels for snorkeling. The home itself was gorgeous and well appointed but left some to be desired. Some of cookware and knives were worn out, it was lacking basic amenities we would be accustomed to for a rental of this quality (tea, coffee, sweetener, spices, propane for the grill, had to request olive oil and shampoo/conditioner which our on-island property manager delivered). The air conditioner splits were helpful for warm afternoons but we felt the mattresses were uncomfortable. We found it off putting how it was mentioned many times that after the starter supply of toilet paper etc. was used, we were on our own. Overall, for the cost vs. value, I don’t feel we would return to this particular property and were a bit surprised by Hawaii Life’s property management.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jenna S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Amazing location but lacking otherwise

The house has been nicely remodeled but isn’t finished. Lots of stuff mentioned that isn’t actually included because of the remodel and a real lack of communication between the property management team and renters. When we expressed our concerns we were ignored or argued with. It really left a bad taste in our mouthes. We didn’t expect them to magically fix everything and would’ve been satisfied if they made us feel heard. First class location with low class service. Go in with lower expectations and you’ll be extremely happy!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

A guest from Fort Collins , CO

Did not delivered what was described in the website

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house did not have the air conditioner and hot tub that were promised in the website and they just told me this when I arrived at the house
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Home

Property was great, perfectly located
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021