We had a great time. Clean and a great floor plan.

We had a wonderful stay!

All was as advertised including the donkey and cow making an appearance.

This wonderful house was the best place we’ve ever stayed on the Islands. The location was awesome; less than a half-mile walk to Tunnels Beach, with the “backyard” abutting a protected nature area so, while sitting on the spacious deck, we could enjoy the diverse bird life and watch cows, donkeys, and horses wander by below. The house itself was amazingly well-appointed—the owner obviously put a lot of loving care into this living space. The air conditioning—a bonus that very few Island VRBO rentals offer—is the modern split-room type, so you can choose which room you want to cool down. We used it only in the living-room area during the afternoons and the bedroom at night to sleep cool. The kitchen was well-stocked with all necessary cookware and condiments. The house was so comfortable, we ended up cooking our own dinners almost every night, eating on the deck at the outdoor dining table, enjoying the birdsong and the Trade-Wind breezes. We rarely used the big-screen TV, opting instead for the peace and quiet, the sounds of Nature, and the view out back. The neighbors were, for the most part, quiet and respectful, their dog barking only occasionally, but never at night. The traffic noise from Kuhio Highway was hardly noticeable, thanks to double-pane windows and the house being set well back from the road. Most of all, we hugely appreciated the responsiveness and generosity of both the owner and the local caretaker—genuinely good people who made our stay even more perfect.

Place was everything we had hoped for and more! Loaded with amenities (beach items, kitchen, bathrooms, etc) with special extras like the outdoor shower and bath and huge outdoor balcony for viewing (and petting) of the mules, donkeys, horses, and cows that routinely roamed about. Location proximity to tunnels and Haena state beach afforded nightly epic sunsets shared with only a few others. So close to Hanalei yet so far away, a place to truly melt your troubles away. Thank you Judy and Beaux for making everything so easy from start to finish. If there was an option for six stars this would get it!

This home was perfect for my family of 5. The beds and pillows were all comfortable and the home was well stocked (kitchen, linens, towels, beach gear, movies, games, etc). The AC and fans exceeded my expectations for keeping the home a comfortable temperature. All laundry and major kitchen appliances were in great working order. Our family immensely enjoyed the outdoor shower. What a simple thing that can really elevate your Hawaiian experience! The property manager was very accessible and friendly. This is a quiet area and we appreciated the quietness and respect for the natural beauty. Thanks for a memorable stay!

We have been to Kauai 6 times now and stayed in the Haena area 4 of the 6 times. This house is our favorite house for all of the reasons people have mentioned. I would highly recommend renting bikes so you can make the short ride to the beach and thus be able to ride if back to the house to eat lunch. Perfect location, plenty of room and the best area on the island if you like to chill.

Amazing house! Loved the outdoor shower, the horses and cows visits! It was clean and well stocked. The dryer didn’t work but was just the belt and was fixed for next guest. Totally relaxing stay!

Our family of 4 with elementary-aged children thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay. Agree with all the previous reviewers. House was clean and well stocked. We particularly enjoyed the back lanai view of the mountains (and cows, horses, donkeys), grilling on the lanai, the outdoor shower, and short walk/drive to Tunnels. We were looking for a quiet place on the north shore close to a less-crowded child-friendly beach and away from a town but still within 30min drive of restaurants/markets, and Judy’s place hit all the marks. We’ll definitely come back.

Enjoyed our stay. House well supplied with beach gear, bicycles, etc. Short walk to Tunnels Beach. Great snorkeling.

Judy and Beaux were so easy and made our stay uncomplicated and relaxing. The house had everything we needed and it was so peaceful. We truly enjoyed our stay.

If you’re looking for a getaway this is it. Remote location at the end of the island, beautiful tunnels Beach across the street and an easy walk. Wild horses chickens and cows in the backyard. But everything you need was in the house. We had a small issue with the air conditioner when we got there and one of the toilets stopped flushing, but the property manager took care of them within the day that I reported it and was very attentive. My family had a fabulous time here and wished we would’ve spent a second week. Hope to be back Someday. Highly recommend if you are truly looking to get away from everything.

My wife and I came to Kauai for our honeymoon 20 years ago and have always wanted to come back. We finally were able to along with our 2 daughters. We loved the house. The back deck is beautiful with the Mountain views. It was a treat to see the cows, horses and donkeys walking by every day. Lots of birds singing all day too. It feels like a tropical oasis. Tunnels beach is about a 10 minute walk. One time we drove the car and unloaded everyone and I came back and rode a bike to the beach. There are 4 bikes. Parking at the beach is not easy. But there is a beach wagon to haul everything to the beach and we walked it that way a few times too. There are a lot of beach accessories available to bring and we appreciated the umbrellas and chairs. Tunnels beach has great snorkeling. The house is also a short drive to Hanalei, which is great for shopping. Last time we came we stayed in a big hotel in Poipu and this is much better. The North Shore beauty can’t be matched. We did have a few hiccups with the property while we were here, but they were all fixed quickly and communication was great. We’d definitely come back again if we could.

This is our second time staying here b/c we love it so much. The house has everything we need, including beach stuff, and is always clean. The back lanai overlooks a pasture where some animals roam. It sits on a quiet street and is a nice area for walks. It's really close to the beach and Hanalei if you need anything. We hope to come back next year. Thanks!

Truly paradise. Great location - 10 minute walk to Tunnels.

Judy's house was as advertised. We stayed Feb 2023. The scenery is absolutely beautiful.The home is very private. Five minute walk to Tunnels Beach and five minute drive to the Kalalau Trail Head. We saw donkeys, horses, cows, and of course, chickens in the woods from the back Lani in back of the home. Short drive to Hanalei. Judy was an exceptional host. We visited her home at the end of the Kona Low storm. I had a lot of questions concerning if it was safe to visit during the storm; which it was. Judy answered all of my questions the same day. I highly recommend Judy's home and will definitely be visiting again.

Well organized and set up..easy walk to tunnels

Exactly as advertised…wonderful secluded location in beautiful remote Haena. House was super clean, fantastic location right by tunnels. Extremely friendly neighbors, and my personal fave was the outdoor shower. Can’t say enough great things about this property. Would definitely like to return again this summer!!

Wonderful property and our family had a great time. Outdoor shower is a real treat. Thank you for sharing your property with us.

Our family of 5 had the perfect north shore vacation! Tunnels was gorgeous with huge swells some of the days and then snorkel friendly on others. Hana lei is under 15 minutes away for shopping and shave ice. The house was perfect with the master bedroom on one side secluded from the other bedrooms. We shopped at Costco and ate most of our meals at the house in between beach trips. Hope to be back again!

Great property with excellent location. We’ll be back.

A quick ten minute walk to a secluded beach. I would set expectations as renting a spacious beach home rather than a five star resort. The showering facilities are a bit rustic, but the rest of the home is clean and well appointed. I appreciated all the beach supplies that are provided. The owner is very responsive to any needs or challenges. If you plan to cook, stop at Safeway in Kapaa before you come out. Need to purchase cooking oil and other staples. Thank you for sharing your home!

What a great place to stay and the location couldn't have been better. The short walks to Tunnel beach in the evenings & mornings were fabulous. A well stocked kitchen was a must for us as we purchased fish from the local fish market and enjoyed meals together at "home". Thank you for sharing your home with our family.

Exceeded my expectations. Best part was the master shower outside on the patio deck with views of the mountains. Never showered outside in the jungle. Very liberating and primal. Next best thing was the little extras…Mon bikes, elf shoes, snorkel gear, boogie boards, beach chairs, and beach umbrellas. Made our stay so easy and enjoyable. Beau, the property care taker, was so friendly and accommodating. Loved her! Location in the north shore close to Tunnels beach couldn’t have been more perfect for our family.

Very well stocked, great price, quiet location, would stay there again.

This is the second time I have stayed here. I love this place. It isn't too expensive, but has all the things you need. It was very comfortable for my husband and me plus our two kiddos who are 8 and 11. I love the back covered porch which looks to the mountains and that it is a very short walk to two different beaches. I also really enjoy the outdoor shower. It feels very tropical and fun.

Not only is Kauai the Garden Island; this home is in the heart of this Garden Island. Great home in a surreal location! We truly got to experience the Island's Best, staying here and being able to WALK to Tunnels Beach and other Island Scenery! Our Host, Judy, thought of everything and Beau, her mgr. is an island gem; so helpful! Gave the Aloha Spirit every single day of our stay!

We loved the location of this property. I’m a local from Oahu and loved the vibe and being in the country. Close walk to the beach and hiking. I love the secluded feeling I got while staying here. Comfortable home with a great set up for groups. We only ate out once and used the kitchen and BBQ while here. Definitely hit up Costco or a grocery store by airport before heading up. House is fully stocked. My only recommendation would be to have some tupperware, foil and ziplock bags for guests to use. Other than that kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Thanks!!

The property is well cared for and the location is perfect for walking to Tunnels beach. Everything worked (which is often not the case at rentals). There was even an extra propane tank for the grill which was great for cooking dinner on those hot nights. The outdoor bathtub was a treat (as was the outdoor shower). Even the beds we’re comfortable.

What an incredible home! The location was perfect for walking to Tunnels beach and is very close to Hanalei for dining, groceries, etc. The area was quiet and even though there are neighbors on both sides we felt secluded. The shower and bathtub on the deck were the perfect end to every day and the horses, donkeys, and cows that passed behind the house daily were an awesome surprise. I did not want to leave this beautiful home and can’t wait to come back. The house also has everything you need for a day at the beach. Chairs, umbrellas, coolers and snorkeling gear were available for use.

This was our second visit to Judy’s house and we had another great experience! House was fully stocked for all our grilling adventures and light cooking inside. We also had plenty of snorkeling equipment, beach towels, chairs and umbrellas. Location also is very close to Tunnels which was our favorite beach.

We barely hung out at the house but it was the perfect place to lay our head down at night. We had everything we needed.