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Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind

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On the beach
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Kahuku, HI
  • Turtle Bay
  • Turtle Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kahuku

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kawela Bay Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Turtle Bay with a stay here. Kawela Bay Beach Park and Waialee Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kawela Bay Beach Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Turtle Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Waialee Beach - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Banzai Pipeline - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Giovanni's Shrimp Truck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ted's Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kahuku Shrimp & Thai Food Truck - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Shrimp Truck - ‬9 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.

Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind

LEGAL SHORT-TERM RENTAL! CERTIFICATE:1990/NUC-2056 LICENSE# 90/TVU-0003 TAX MAP KEY: 1-5-7-005:006This home is not affected by the new Honolulu County ban on vacation homes. Make sure when booking your vacation home the property that you are reserving has a Short-Term Rental License or TVU#

FAR FROM THE MADDENING CROWDS, RELAX IN THIS VINTAGE, CHARMING UPDATED TWO-BEDROOM BEACHFRONT COTTAGE. ONE OF FOUR BEACHFRONT HOMES IDEAL FOR FAMILY REUNIONS OR SMALL WEDDINGS.*


This home features a master bedroom (Queen), second bedroom (2 Twins), full bath with tub/shower, full kitchen and living room / dining area opening onto a large covered lanai. Air conditioning units in both bedrooms and living room. Sit and dine on the shady deck and feel the tropical island breezes. This home includes an outside Hot/Cold shower, free WI-FI Internet access, cable sports channels and HI-Def Flat Screen TV.

Fire up the grill and sip your evening drink as you view spectacular sunsets from your outdoor dining area. Step down from your deck to a generous lawn area overlooking the beach.


Take stairs down to the small sandy beach with reef and tide pools to explore; walk east 100 yards to the right and find a swimming area protected by a barrier reef; continue walking east another 100 yards to the west end of beautiful Kawela Bay.

You won’t forget your experience on the North Shore with stunning ocean views; watching whales and giant surf in the winter, swimming and snorkeling in the summer, and soaking in beautiful sunsets year-round.

Conveniently located. A short drive to the east; Kawela Bay (swimming, walking trails), Turtle Bay Resort (golf, restaurants, eco tours, swimming, walking trails), Kahuku Town (9 hole beachfront public golf course, Food Trucks), Malaekahana Bay (swimming, shoreline walk, surfing), Polynesian Cultural Center and to the west; Velzyland, Ted’s Bakery, Sunset-Pipeline (surfing), Shark's Cove & Three Tables (snorkeling, Food Trucks), Waimea Bay (swim, dive rock, giant surf), Waimea Valley Falls Cultural Park and historic Haleiwa Town.

Click on rates and availability tab for a quote for your stay. Minimum stay of 5 nights; last minute shorter stays possible, inquire for details;

CANCELLATION AND CHANGES POLICY:
Cancellations and requests for changes must be submitted in writing to Team Real Estate, Inc.
Full Refund if cancelled at least 60 days prior to arrival date. Within 30 days prior to arrival: Full or Partial refund if scheduled days are rebooked.


*Events: Additional fees charged and contract required for events. Headcount limit: 9 additional people per house booked. Contact office for more details.

Property manager

Team Real Estate, Inc.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

Property Registration Number 570050060002, GE-169-572-9664-01, TA-169-572-9664-01

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.7 mi (72-min drive) away from the Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind to downtown Kahuku?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Kawela Bay.

Kawela Kai 495:North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 170 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay

Was very clean. Was grateful for the washer and dryer. The view was amazing. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great location on the North Shore. We loved visiting all the food trucks, Kualoa Ranch, Polynesian Cultural Center, Turtle Bay golf resort, and the Town of Hale’iwa. The view was stunning and being able to lounge in the backyard while we watched the sunset and listened to the waves was perfect. We wish the beach was more usable for swimming, but that’s okay. We saw a seal on two separate occasions hanging out on the rocks on the beach. The house was as described. It’s not fancy and the beds could be more comfortable, but for the money and location, it is a great deal! Check-in and check-out procedure was very simple. We’d stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and great location

we absolutely LOVED it!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect North Shore Getaway

beautiful spot, way different feel than the city if that's what you're after. We loved sitting on the beach, the back deck, and being away from the hustle and bustle!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H., Shell Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is everything

Directly on the beach..Sat and watched sunsets every night. Tide pools and a beach you could take a short walk on and a Lani we ate on most nights. Our favorite North Shore beaches just minutes away. Only suggestions would be a little updating..but for the price point, nothing unexpected. Roosters could be re-homed…lol. but typical for North shore. We lived on Oahu years back…so we know where to stay..and this is the place if you are focused on beachfront and North Shore. Mahalo.
Backyard view of house
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

Quaint cottage with the right balance of modern convenience without losing its original 1940’s charm. Situated right on the ocean, I could slip down the stairs in my PJ’s, coffee in hand and dip my toes in the ocean. The grassy lawn was the perfect spot for my teens to tan, while I relaxed in the shade with a book. Ted’s bakery just down the street became a family favorite and Kawela Beach just 1 minute down the road felt like our little secret. I will definitely return here without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break getaway

Had an amazing time at the property - our teens and us loved the location, the outdoor space, the house itself, the beautiful views. It was a fantastic home base to explore the North Shore with its countless beautiful beaches and amazing food trucks. The chicken and cats only added to the experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Issac V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay, unwind and explore the island.

The property was clean, easy to find and having amenities available. The beach was easy to access via stairs down to the ocean with amazing views from the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in HI

We had a wonderful stay in HI. This was a great location, not far from popular destinations (and a grocery store) but still private and quiet. The entrance can be tricky to spot, so I might recommend more signage. The home was very clean and stocked with essentials to get us through the first day or so. Communication with the property manager was helpful and efficient. It was great having our own access to the beach. Note, the washer/dryer are located outside which was unusual for us. They worked just fine but we had an initial concern as the units were rusted on the outside. However, we understand the space limitations inside and were grateful to be able to do laundry as we were there for a week! Would recommend this location to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexis Y.

Great beach front access

The house could definitely use some TLC. The shower needs a deep cleaning and the windows should honestly be replaced as they have tape holding them together. They should also note there is a window above the shower that is always open so the house is definitely not sound proof. Overall a good stay had easy communication with property management. Loved having the lawn chairs and beach chair option.Great location on the north shore!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G., Iowa City, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!!

We stayed at Kawela Kai beach house for a week from 1-15-25 and were very pleased with the house. It was clean and everything that we had expected. Sarah was great in fulfilling a couple of requests we had and followed up with them promptly. The location was ideal for us being close to the area shrimp trucks and points of interest. If we return to the North Shore we hope this house will be available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Shore Cottage

Felt relaxed and right at home in the North Shore Cottage only a few minutes drive from Kahuku in one direction and Pupukea and Sharks Cove in the other. Hale’iwa was only 20min- half hour drive away depending on traffic. Turtle Bay and the hikes, beaches, beach and pool bar, that it offers is right around the corner. Don’t miss out on this hidden gem if u like remote feeling of yourself on a beach go to Kawela Bay (Small waves even in November- good for families) and there was a great remote hike out to the pillbox and to the Kahuku point… all in the Turtle Bay grounds. I can’t forget that sunset beach, banzai pipeline and Ted’s Bakery are also a short drive away. The cottage was well equipped, two beach chairs and snorkel gear and body boards. There were beach towels, outdoor laundry worked very well. Air conditioners were in the place but the fans in every room and the ocean breeze through the windows kept the place cool. Beds were comfy and we slept well. We also had a rooster (Rocky) chickens, two feral cats (Ernie and Bert) that visited daily. Loved the porch for viewing the ocean in the hot sun or rain. The kitchen, flooring and overall upkeep was good, the place was clean on arrival. Landscapers come midweek for the grounds. Lots of food truck and shopping options in Kahuku, including Giovanni’s… don’t miss out on the Paniolo at Seven Brothers. Take advantage of the beer garden when u order your food Seven Brothers will walk it over to u there.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness

North shore property

Absolutely loved the house and location on the beach. Only suggestion is lighting at turn in to the property. Difficult to find in the dark. Otherwise, we loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

An Oceanfront Gem

Our family had a wonderful stay at Kawela Kai and cannot recommend it enough. This is one of the few remaining properties you can find to rent for less than a month outside the tourist hot spots of Waikiki and Turtle Bay, and what a find it is! The property is beautiful, just far enough from the road to eliminate noise and right on a small but beautiful stretch of sandy beach. The backyard is nicely landscaped and equipped with lounge chairs to take in the view, while the large back porch has a table to enjoy meals outside. The building itself is old but well maintained, and the interior is nicely appointed and clean. It has what appear to be brand new appliances in the well stocked kitchen, AC throughout, and a good security system. The location can't be beat; right on the North Shore, less than 15min to Waimea and good snorkeling beaches to the west and the Polynesian Cultural Center and gorgeous Windward shore to the east. In short, if the idea of staying in a cookie cutter condo in Waikiki does not appeal, this is the place for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloriani W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Everything about this spot was a dream. It felt like being at home but in paradise. We hope to come back💞 Our fav thing to do was bbq and watch the sunset from the back yard. Amazing food and snorkeling nearby as well as fun shopping a few miles down the way 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Loved our little beach house. Beautiful view, quiet, my kids loved seeing the little baby chicks, hearing the roosters, and the kitties that live on the property. The beach was conveniently right there and never crowded since its only accessed by the homes along it. I wanted our stay to be relaxing and away from all the crowds. I am so happy we stayed here and we will be back. In regard to the house itself. It's a cute little house. The beds were comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked as far as cooking pots and pans and had a toaster, a blender, coffee pot, etc. We had plenty of towels, blankets, and the little AC's in each room worked great. My husband said he had great sleep the entire time we were there. There's also a washer and dryer outside and an outside shower to rinse off after the beach. I do wish the outside shower was enclosed. It was a little awkward trying to rinse sand out of my bathing suit and the other house has windows facing the shower. If you are considering where to stay for your vacation I highly recommend one of the properties this owner has. You will not regret it. We will be back and hopefully next time renting one of the bigger houses because we'll have more family with us next time. Thank you to the owners for making the house comfortable for your guests. ❤️ I
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

I can’t say enough! This place is exactly how it is pictured and just gorgeous. Top notch alarm system. They have sand toys so don’t buy any! Perfect place for lounging, we barely wanted to leave but with Haleiwa town 10 mins away and all of the best snorkel spots right next door, we left a few times. Incredible.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Airlea T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

I loved everything about the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waterfront Paradise

This little house is clean, well-appointed, and the location is absolutely stunning. We loved walking in the flat rocks of the Long Beach. It’s not ideal for swimming, but it’s wild and wonderful. We even saw humpbacks breaching in the distance. Each room has an adequate air conditioning unit. We did have a little trouble with accessing Netflix and prime. The Rooster seems to crow on its own schedule, but he and the hen watch over the property, along with the little family of cats. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

June M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven

This beach house was such a treat. Being oceanfront with the sand, only a few steps away, whale watching every morning while drinking coffee, and the grass area for playing ball and sunny lounge chairs made it an extra wonderful. Be sure to bring your headlamps for night time tide pool exploring, we saw an eel! Thank you for the wonderful retreat. WE WILL BE BACK!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

LOCATION: Amazing! You can't beat the location. True beachfront. It's on a quieter stretch of the main highway, but close to the busy Sunset Beach/Waimea area. Other reviewers mentioned traffic noise, but we weren't bothered. Stunning views, especially at sunrise and sunset. At night we enjoyed listening to the crashing waves. There is a nice stretch of sand for relaxing and beachcombing. As other reviewers noted, the area immediately in front of the stairs is not ideal for swimming due to rocks, but there are several nearby swimming areas. MANAGEMENT: By coincidence, the owners were vacationing on the property for the majority of our stay. They were welcoming and kind. The management company was friendly and quick to respond to any questions. Guest manual was full of helpful information. HOME: Perfect set-up for our family of 4. Clean and organized. Comfortable beds and well-equipped kitchen. HUGE covered deck. Extra towels & linens. Beach chairs, beach towels, and gear provided. Outdoor shower was nice. It was a bonus having a washer & dryer and extra fridge. TIP: As mentioned above, there are three other larger rental homes on the property - great if you're vacationing with multiple families or hosting an event. However, if you are a solo renter and craving a quieter experience, you may want to check if the other houses are booked by one group. On our final night, a large party rented out the other houses and kind of took over the whole property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

The location was great, view priceless, service was amazing. Only thing is the furniture could be updated to more comfortable seating. I will stay again. Memories made
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful property

The house is definitely older—probably from the 1940s, and in need of some TLC. Would be nice to have had some basic toiletries, laundry soap, scissors. Did have plenty of towels for the beach and even 2 chairs which is nice. Outside area is beautiful and right on the beach. I would definitely recommend it for a stay. Can also rent the houses next door if you have a big group and the yards connect. Close to Foodland, Ken’s Fish, food trucks. Also close to Turtle bay which my kids enjoyed because the beach is calmer there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Beach Home

We loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alan I., Sacramento, CA, USA

Poor value / Good Marketing

found the nearby highway loud all hours of day and night; especially, when the in-room A/C unit is off. It is best to leave on for white noise. Living area: We found the wicker furniture uncomfortable and stained. We used the wi-fi without issues and with speeds to allow our Apple TV to stream movies and sports. The standing lamp in the corner to light the room has an electrical short. Bathroom: We were disappointed that there was no shampoo or soap for use in the bathroom. We found the shower curtain stained pink with mold. We found and used many new body and beach towels, but no step cloth when exiting the stained shower. Outdoors: We enjoyed the covered deck. We experienced crowing rosters, barking dogs, and crying feral cats. The annoying feral cats overran the outside patio's deck begging for food to the point we discontinued eating outside because the cats insisted on being on our laps and tabletop. We were disappointed to learn the washer and dryer is shared with others on property and found our laundry placed in the outside sink and wet from rain. We were surprised our lawn furniture was used when we were away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023