I stayed here in December 2008 with a friend - we had intended to trek the Kalalau Trail but were…read morerained out and the trail was closed! Lily Pad cottage was intended to be our "treat" after the hike - and we were nonetheless happy to be there after a week of rain and fighting off the sniffles from a crowded flight. The cottage was just gorgeous - well outfitted, elegant and very comfortable. We enjoyed the chatter of gekko lizards fighting each other on the ceiling at night and the shy curiosity of a stray kitten on the deck. I look forward to staying here again and cannot recommend it highly enough - lovely setting, fantastic cottage and darling hosts.

This is one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the world. A lovely cottage 40 ft away…read morefrom one of the safest beaches on the Garden Island Kaua'i (the famous Anini Beach, protected by a coral reef) in a neighborhood full of incredible multi million dollar properties, some of which owned by the rich and famous of today (like Sylvester Stallone, Pierce Brosnan, etc), located next to a small river that flows into the ocean, and a pond with lilies and goldfish... surrounded by coconut trees and blooming flowers... Yes, this is one of the last pristine pieces of paradise. Unspoiled (as of yet) by us, humans (As Agent Smith from the Matrix said, we are a disease or parasite that eats and destroys everything around us, wherever we go) Anyway... I have the distinct pleasure to share this info with you today. If you ever decided to visit Kaua'i, don't book a large hotel. These hotels look like apartment buildings, they are always the same. And they are so expensive. Rent a cottage like this one- the most relaxing and romantic way to enjoy fully your stay here. The owners, Steve and Caren Farrell, who live not too far from there, have provided a full set of amenities. An orthopedic firm queen size bed with great linens, a full kitchen with plates and utensils for 2 (plus up to 2 guests), a large gas stove/oven inside + gas/coal BBQ grill outside on the huge wood patio (with comfortable seating available for 4 persons); large refrigerator; dinning area with table & 4 chairs; living room area with Hawaiian style comfortable sofa & armchair, CD player with huge speakers for optimal hi-fi sound; TV with DVD player; patio seating for 4; a fully equipped comfortable bathroom with all the necessary towels, shampoo, body lotion etc.; wardrobe area with iron & board; beach towels, mats, sunbrella; washer & dryer on back of the house... I can continue listing more- but you get the picture. So much better value than the nasty stinky hotel rooms. In addition, a wireless internet is available for free, but you may need to request the modem/router from Steve. One thing you should know: book the cottage months in advance. It is very popular, and may be very hard to get a reservation. Also, you will save a lot of money if you book the airline tickets many months ahead of the vacation. AVOID UNITED BY ALL MEANS- they were SO HORRIBLE during our recent trip. I just returned from Kauai 2 days ago, and I must tell you: I will never travel with United anymore. Please check out my United Airlines review on Yelp (from the beginning of May 2007).

This cottage is a perfect vacation rental if you like to feel the unique qualities of the community…read moreyou're visiting. HMBC's openness lets you enjoy the warmth, the wetness, and the beauty of Hanalei Bay in a low-key way that lets you feel like you really live there. Maybe I am reacting to our trip to the Princeville St. Regis hotel for sunset cocktails. That beautiful resort felt like placeless luxury. The views were Hawaiian, but the grand style of the rooms, plentiful central air conditioning, upper-class airs, and property layout were suitable for anywhere from the Caribbean to Mexico to wherever... My preference is to stay where the local touch is celebrated. So..., HMBC is not endlessly elegant, it's a beach cottage. But, it is definitely my type of place! HMBC's front lawn leads directly to a very swimmable, less crowded area of Hanalei Bay. We walked 4 miles roundtrip on the Bay every morning, crossing the two local rivers coming into the sea at different places each day as the sands shifted. We took our first swim of the day on our pre-brekfast treks, and decided that the placement of the cottage was enough to ensure a wonderful vacation. The building is smartly designed with a large picture window in the living room. You can sit on the couch or one of the two reclining chairs, and watch the water, surfers, and swimmers go by. Moreover, the furniture and decorations feel well-designed, thought-out, sturdy and in excellent shape. Nothing is beachy, sticky, or falling apart. Suzanne, the owner, knows how to add touches to the property let us feel even more comfortable and able to relax. The building is well maintained and clean, which is not unique but noteworthy because those basic qualities are not universal in Hanalei! There are also nice, if somewhat common extras like a reasonable selection of pots and pans, microwave, toaster-oven, a charcoal BBQ, wide-screen TVs, full-size new refrigerator, comfortable chairs, washing soap, beach towels, extra towels of all types, and other reassuring amenities. We also liked the lock-box on the porch. That arrangement was new to us, but it let us lock up, swim, and not worry about losing the key on the beach. The books, games, and beach-gazing telescope in the living room were truly above-and-beyond treats. So was assortment of beach toys and mats and chairs that were in excellent shape and felt clean. We even appreciated the unique photographs on the walls and the other artwork that was unique and felt just right. We traveled with friends who rented a cottage across the grass from us. Their place is owned by a different member of the extended family that owns 5 adjacent waterfront units (and more elsewhere in the country). We felt lucky to have chosen HMBC because our owners seemed to understand what boosts a vacation. Our cottage had a gas stove, which I much prefer over the electric one our friends had. Adding gas must be costly, but it let us enjoy cooking more. Plus, there is a washing machine and gas clothes drier at the cottage which was both handy and free ... our friends had to pay several dollars to dry their clothes at an underpowered electric drier. (Come on owners of the other cottages... you're charging $400+ a night and then you make your guests put in quarters to wash and dry their clothes?? I am sure glad HMBC's washing and drying were not nickel and dime annoying extras. I mean, do you want to carry a bag full of quarters from the mainland in case you need to do laundry? Geeze!) Another special at HMBC is its lovely, hot-water plumbed, outdoor shower. We also appreciated that our kitchen was stocked with matches (our friends had none) and lighter fluid (again, they had none). Our friends even had to ask the housekeepers cleaning other cottages for more toilet paper. You're given the owner's telephone number is case of any problems. We had an incident: the clothes drier started smoking with an electrical smell as soon as we turned it on one morning. Suzanne had someone check the problem that afternoon and, when it turned out the motor had burned out, had a new drier installed the next morning. She was very, very responsive, came out herself to make sure we were okay, and ensured that the minor problem was solved. That visit, by the way, is when we discovered how delightful and friendly Suzanne is! Overall, in our opinion HMBC is excellently laid out, well taken care of, and, well..., as good as it gets.

Fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing out in Hanalei Bay? Walk to town for coffee and…read morebreakfast (or drinks and dinner at night; no need for a designated driver here!)? Views of Bali Hai from your front lawn? If you want the quintessential Hawaii experience, then stay here! The Moon Beach cottage is on the rustic side (think gecko visitors)--but that's part of its charm. Do yourself a favor and use the outside shower as your primary one (it's amazing to look up at Bali Hai as you lather up). The bed is a lot more comfortable than it looks, which is a big plus in my book. One night it got a bit noisy as some kids were partying on the beach--but everyone else we ran into was nice and respectful (and quiet). Sitting in the living room on the rattan furniture with the windows open and watching the surfers and the waves is pure heaven! It's one of the lesser-expensive places in Hanalei, but at $1,950 for the week it might be above some people's price range. But you are right on Weke road (multi-million-dollar real estate)--in walking distance to town and with direct ocean views. Also, the house sits on a big lot. There's even a neighborhood cat and dog who come by from time to time to say hello--just welcoming you to the neighborhood with that ol' Aloha spirit. Skip Poipu. Stay here. (You can thank me later...)

Everything! Beautiful view, comfortable beds and furniture. The hosts were immediately responsive…read moreto any and all questions.

Excellent condos spacious and inviting Clean and inviting…read moredecor Fabulous location only minutes away from a snorkeling beach. Very private beach.

My wife and I rented a small house on Anini Beach at the north end of Kauai. The place was clean,…read morewith a well-equipped kitchen and within a stone's throw of the water. If you're looking for a getaway place away from tourist traffic, but with paved road access to the main routes, this is the place for you. The constant but soft sound of the surf, and the incredible sky at night when there are no clouds -- the only drawback is that you'll hate to leave this place.

My brother and his wife rented a home on Anini Beach in Kauai and used Serenity Vacation Rentals…read more My husband and I rented a home a few doors down but used Kauai Vacation Rentals. I am writing this review because the service both my brother and I received from Therese at Serenity was awesome! My brothers home rental was clean, well stocked, great location and priced right! The property manager was extremely helpful and friendly and went out of her way to make sure that our family had everything they needed for a great stay. My husband and I had rented a much more expensive home through Kauai Vacation Rentals. To contrast, our rental was not cleaned, the yard was overgrown, no beach chairs, umbrellas or beach toys were available. There were not enough towels, electricity was turned off in one of the master bedrooms and it was clear when we arrived that they were not expecting us even though we had booked the place 9 months earlier! I would return to Anini Beach in a minute, but I would only use Serenity Vacation Homes to book our home rental. You will love the location, the setting and the amenities offered! You will also appreciate the service you receive from Serenity.

We stay in another nearby unit. Very nice location to engoy Kauai without paying much higher…read moreprices at others. Great kitchens to make meals with large dinning area. STAIRS..to upper level, one step in lower level. Always check about stairs at any unit here in Kauai!!! NO AC - Another item to ask about. Tradewins here make these condos much cooler than many. The pool is small but nice and hardly used. Parking much better than many condos. Right out the front door of Westin Hotel and their ocean views. While here enjoy the 5 star St Regis hotel...valet park for free with just a tip. We drove a short ways to enjoy Hanalai Beach most times. Foodland a bit higher than Costco but local and friendly. Aloha!

My mother and I rented this unit for a week while I did field work in Kauai. The unit is located in…read morea quiet area of Princeville and is within a quick walk to a stunning beach. The accommodations were great with very nice beds and bedding, nice kitchen appliances and Satellite TV and Wifi. Since this was a work trip for me, I found the amenities very useful as well as the ample space. We made use of the local grocery stores and cooked-in most nights and the kitchen was very well stocked. I also very much appreciate the prompt response from Blair Pruitt. He was able to fit us in and we couldn't beat the price anywhere. Thanks again for a wonderful stay and I will be recommending the condo to future Kauai travelers. Mahalo

The beach was great. A little hard to get directions on line but once found . Thanks to a post on…read moreyelp

My family and I stayed at the Dali Hale Estate for 7 days to celebrate my parents 50th anniversary…read more It was an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience. The property was amazing with 8 bedrooms (4 upstairs and 4 downstairs), a huge kitchen, a family room, sitting room and media room there was plenty of room for everyone. It was beautifully kept and was stocked with towels, toys, and sports equipment. The house manager was readily available to answer any questions. The walk down to Secret Beach has 360 steep stairs so it was a workout getting back up but the beach is breaking and very quiet although you may see a little bit of nude bathing. The house offers the most amazing views of the ocean, sand and lighthouse. I would highly recommend!

This was our first visit to Kauai and Hanalei Bay, and we couldn't have picked a better place to…read morestay. The Hanalei River Cottages are in such an ideal location for a family with young children, being close to the restaurants, the lovely Hanalei Pier and Black Pot Beach, the markets, kayak rentals, the Hanalei River itself, and more. Waking up with the sun was so enjoyable - I highly recommend it. The sunrises and views in all directions were gorgeous. Really lovely. Finally, I was impressed by how spacious, impeccably crafted and extremely well-stocked the cottages were - we were not wanting for anything while staying there! Laundry machines, fully functional kitchen, comfortable beds, A/C, bikes to ride, paddle boards, etc. Absolutely perfect setup for our family trip.

Just left my birthday celebration spent at a rented condo on this property. We rented through VRBO…read moreand the process was smooth as silk. These are all individually owned and our unit was super clean, up to date and comfortable. The property sits on the cliff over Hide Away Beach and next to Hide Away Pizza Pub. They have one or two pools but just spent our time in the ocean. There is a private, paved path that leads to the beach and the snorkeling is excellent here. Very rocky beach but very swimmable. Stunning sunset views from the beach and cliffs. This is 60......

Fabulous location on the water with stellar sunset views #207 is remodeled and beautifully done…read more What an incredible spot!