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Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096

Cottage near Hanalei Bay in Hanalei

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, stereo
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Place, Hanalei Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanalei Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanalei Bay
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hanalei

On river.Within a 5-minute walk of this Hanalei cottage, you'll find Hanalei Pier and Hanalei River. Hanalei Beach and Black Pot Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hanalei Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hanalei Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Hideaways Beach - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 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.

Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096

Mana Kauai Island Vacations present the charming Umetsu Cottage!
Welcome to our idyllic one bedroom, one and a half bath cottage at the Hanalei Bay. This remodeled beach cottage reflects the era of Old Hawaii. Located steps from the iconic Hanalei Bay and a short stroll to the center of Hanalei Town, Umetsu cottage is completely private from other homes and offers a California King bed and Air conditioning,
Experience the Hanalei mountain views while dining outdoors. After a day at the beach, hiking, or playing in the rivers you will enjoy the hot outdoor shower followed by a relaxing hangout on one of the two covered outdoor lanais.
This cottage hails to simpler times of a bygone era. Most of our guests return year after year.

This is a Mana Kaua'i Island Vacations home and we follow many practices that support regenerative tourism. We do the work so you don't have to.

This transient vacation rental is located in the tsunami evacuation zone.
Please review our rental agreement for our terms, conditions, and policies.
A rental agreement will be emailed to you. We do require that to be signed and returned.
The Administrative Fee is subject to change based on the number of nights booked and dates of travel.
For reservations 14 or more nights a mid-stay clean is required every 14 nights and the fee will be added to all reservations.

As required by the law of Kauai County here is our 24-Hour Contact, Kauai Island Vacations, Inc. (808) 826-1111.
TVNC-5096, TA-181-706-5472-01, GET-181-706-5472-01

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number TA-181-706-5472-01, GE-181-706-5472-01, 550010450000

Property is also known as

Charming Historic Cottage at Hanalei Bay With A/c!
Tropical Bungalow/cold A/C Private Beach Access Tvnc 5096

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 to the airport?

This cottage is 31 mi (52-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 to the beach?

This cottage is a short 4-minute walk from Hanalei Beach and 4-minute walk from Black Pot Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 have a spa?

This cottage doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 to downtown Hanalei?

This cottage is 0.5 mi away from Hanalei.

Charming Hanalei Bungalow, Walk to Town and Hanalei Bay Beach! TVNC-5096 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

katie g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cottage right by the most beautiful beach on the island. The reviews are true. Great Lanai complete with table, chairs and a reading/napping bed:) Loved the outdoor shower. Grateful for the A/C. Private and comfortable. Walked to the beach (yes 3 min) and to town. We hope to be back soon!!! Oh, and do not miss Holy Grail donuts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rowena B., Walnut Creek, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Umetso cottage. Exactly as advertised. Very central. Walk to the beach in 5mins and to town in 10mins. Would highly recommend for a couple looking for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flawless check-in, and perfect little kitchen.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Paradise

It was perfectly perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy, Happy Hanalei!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

The house and location are absolutely spectacular and it was our pleasure to stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hanalei cottage

Excellent in all respects.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William R., LA, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Lovely property for a couple. Clean, comfortable, and an easy walk into town. Beach access is much closer. We would book it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

shanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

True Hawaiian

Amazing, relaxing, beautiful....Everything you want in a true Hawaiian experience. The bungalow surpassed our expectations. Clean, walking distance to pier and village. Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous beach house for a couple

Really enjoyed walk-in to the beach from the house and being near enough to walk to shops and restaurants. Town has everything needed for a stay. Having air conditioning and fans was a bonus. Property well supplied with towels. Basic condiments helped. Fridge had water dispenser. Basic toiletries and hairdryer also available.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin and Kristin D., Incline Village NV

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

We had a lot of rain but the Lanai was heaven and access to the beach was close. The cottage could not have been any cuter. The kitchen counter space is limited but it just was a matter of getting used to. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hanelai beauty

Quiet and beautiful. Just what we needed. My only complaint would be about the "presents" the neighbors dog left us right where we parked.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Home/ Location

You can’t ask for anything better. Hawaiian cottage steps from the best beach on Kauai & Hanalei - non tourist town. Laid back - friendly - 5 Stars
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F., Saint George, UT

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back!

We will be back!! Outstanding location!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katya T., London

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Hanalei cottage

This was our 7th trip to Kauai and the 4th time we’ve stayed in Hanalei - and Umetsu was definitely the best! Great location - just a short walk to the ocean, in a very quiet neighbourhood and on a large plot; very spacious for the two of us and very well appointed. The AC (which we only used in the bedroom at night) was also so welcome, and the house is so well laid out, it was never needed in the lounge and kitchen with the doors open at both ends; loved the huge deck as well
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Lanai on the Bay

Hard to even put into words how great the Umetsu Cottage is. Perfect location and old Hawai’i charm, with the best Lanai on the bay.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage in Hanalei

Great location, great cottage with indoor & outdoor space. We loved staying at Umetsu.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Hanalei "home"

This house is perfect for two people! The location is perfect-walking distance to the beach and into town. We stay here anytime we come to Kauai! Wish we could live there! Many happy memories each time we stay! Looking forward to coming back here soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guerric S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on the bay

The property is spacious, quiet, and really suited us while we vacationed on the bay. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Hanalei home for 2

The location of the cottage is perfect, with easy beach access and town access.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dinesh L.

Liked: Cleanliness

amazing place !

loved the cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cottage, great location

We really enjoyed our time here. 10 minute walk from the shops, 3 minutes from the beach. Cottage was clean, well equipped, and spacious for 2 people. Loved the front porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness

While staying at the property was excellent

Although we stayed there many times it seems like this time the property behind us there is excessive noise which seem to be some type of working facility
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margianne E., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness

No trouble in Paradise

The property could not have been more wonderful! We loved the out door shower and the rooster alarm clock. Generous in space, quiet, you can see and hear the ocean from the fabulous porch. Nothing was wanting!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Max N., Milan, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect

I cannot think of any negatives of our stay. The cottage was fabulous in every detail, the location, the house it self was meticulously furnished, the huge garden with the barbecue, the outside shower, the easy access to the beach and Hanalei centre, the view... just perfect. It might be a bit pricey, but when you get there you forget it!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019