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Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108

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Aerial view
Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108

Only a 5 min Walk to Lanikai beach!! No pets firm. As of 7/2022 new high speed Wi-Fi! Welcome to the Viewhouse in Lanikai! We have owned this home since 2003 and we are thrilled to share our piece of paradise with you. Everyone should experience the Hawaiian lifestyle. We have guests from all over the world return year after year. Several guests have returned over 16 times!!! The Viewhouse has the BEST VIEW in the Best neighborhood and is one of the few licensed, LEGAL vacation rentals in Lanikai. The home is situated mountainside overlooking the ocean and is on the main street in Lanikai so it is just a short easy walk to the best beaches on Oahu- Kailua and Lanikai Beach! Up high for a view and street level for easy access. Take advantage of the use of beach chairs, umbrellas, and bikes. The house has been beautifully renovated with Bamboo wood floors and marble countertops. The Viewhouse has the BEST VIEW in the Best neighborhood on the BEST BEACH. Thank you for considering our property. Picking the place that is perfect for a Hawaiian vacation can be difficult. Here are a few things that set us apart from the others.
We have owned, renovated, and carefully maintained this home since 2003. This is more than a business for us. The Viewhouse is a very special piece of paradise that everyone should have the opportunity to experience! Everyone can experience the local Hawaiian lifestyle—in just a week or two. We have guests from all over the world return year after year. And this place is one of the few licensed vacation rentals in Lanikai! The home is situated on the side of a mountain overlooking the ocean and is on the main street in Lanikai. It is just a short easy walk to the best beach on Oahu. Take advantage of the use of beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel gear, and bikes. The house has bamboo wood floors and marble countertops making this tropical oasis the perfect comfortable and upscale place to experience paradise like a local. It is meticulously clean, well maintained, and beautiful. Completely private large lanai (balcony) overlooks the Pacific Ocean and the Mokulua Islands. The lanai has an oversized outdoor sofa undercover for napping or reading and a table for four and a charcoal BBQ grill.
When you arrive at the house there is convenient off-street parking and one flight of steps to get to the Viewhouse level (first floor) of the house. The Viewhouse is private and does not share entryways or bathrooms with the rest of the home. It includes a one-bedroom with a queen bed with an ADDITIONAL second bed a queen murphy bed in the living area (TWO QUEEN BEDS) , one bathroom with shower, the private kitchen includes a full-size fridge, dishwasher, convection plate, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, etc. The entire first floor of this beautiful estate is yours to enjoy. You'll spend most of your time on the spacious covered outdoor lanai. Other amenities include hand-stitched Hawaiian heirloom quilts, elephant bamboo furniture, large flat-screen TV, and wireless Internet. The home is located on the coveted Lanikai loop—a two and a half-mile street that circles around with cut-through streets along each block. It is great for morning walks and the beach is1.5 blocks away.
Charming Kailua town is a bike ride away. I recommend coffee and breakfast at Kalapawai market, Farmer's markets on Thursday night and Sunday mornings, Buzz's steak house, and local shopping!

Property manager

Michelle

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 950 sq ft (88 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number W00530010-01, GE-136-047-8208-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Kailua, HI

What's nearby

  • Lanikai Beach - 5 min walk
  • Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead - 13 min walk
  • Kailua Beach - 18 min walk
  • Kailua Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Bellows Field Beach Park - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 38 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buzz's Original Steak House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Down To Earth - Kailua - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maui Brewing Co Kailua - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108 located?

This family-friendly Kailua vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach. Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead and Kalama Beach Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Viewhouse in Lanikai BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI NUC 90/BB -0108 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing LANIKAI visit
Perfect location for a great beach trip
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

stuart h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and great location
Our stay in the Viewhouse was ideal. The short walk to gorgeous Lanikai Beach was appreciated. Very comfortable stay with many amenities. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely getaway in a peaceful neighborhood
This is my second time staying here with my wife-- this time with our young daughter. Perfect place to get away from the tourist y crowds and just a brief 4-minute walk to the sand. The ocean view on the balcony is lovely and will make you want to stay in to make breakfast everyday stay in for breakfast everyday
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam & Dara C., Plainville, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend’s wedding weekend
Quiet beautiful neighborhood, 5min walk to Lanikai beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chip M., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet in Lanikai
Great being in Lanakai, we’ve wanted to stay down there for some time. The unit itself is a little tired. Sliding screen door requires finesse, towel rack in bathroom falling off, etc. Kitchen is sparsely stocked - no salad spinner, cheese grater and the knives seem not to have been sharpened for some time. View from the bottom level is now more overgrown since the pictures were taken, very limited view from the deck. While it’s true there are bikes, they are in disrepair. We did manage to find two that we could make work, and then discovered there was no bike lock. The owner acknowledged that she needs to buy one and replace the bikes. (We ended up buying a lock at Target so we could use the bikes, and left it there for future guests.) Finally, if the space above you is rented, be prepared to hear every footstep they take. Nice as Lanakai is, I can’t recommend this unit and wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Do Yeon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome to be back in Lanikai
Calm quiet relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for Mom/Sisters trip
We really enjoyed the Viewhouse and all it had to offer! The balcony views were unreal and we spent lots of time there. It was great to have access to beach items and laundry as we used both several times! The location to the beach was really lovely and restaurants/stores were a quick 10-15 minute drive away. Would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and home!
We had a great stay in Lanikai! House was comfortable and the location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Lovely view, quiet place, but it is dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bekah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views in a perfect location
Easy walk to the beach, beautiful views especially from the living room! This rental included everything we needed for a great beach getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arun S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Loved our stay at this quiet residential neighborhood with close access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of paradise
Second stay and plan to go again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C., Longmont

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter in Paradise
The property was lovely and sunrises were wonderful. It was very cold during our stay so we didn't get to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
View House Lanikai
Had a fabulous time. Close walk to the beach. Wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view!
Great place! Lovely view, easy walk to the beach, and lots of beach equipment/toys to use during the stay. Heads up if you have little kids - there are quite a lot of stairs to get up to the house, we were doing a lot of carrying. The view from up top was totally worth it, though! Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet clean and picturesque close to beach
My hubby and I stayed in Lanikai for the first half of our trip to Oahu. The location exactly met our needs and expectations. The second half we stayed at a famous resort on the other side of the island. The Viewhouse at Lanikai was much better! We loved the Viewhouse, the beach, the locals, the town, etc. Highly recommend is you have a vehicle and want to stay in a low key, relaxing, and friendly area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, can’t beat it!
Great location in Kailua on Lanikai beach. Clean, easy check in/check out process. Host was great! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

louis m.

Liked: Cleanliness
No
Great place next to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Helen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lanikai
Everything was great, including getting to meet the owners, they are lovely. It was just a bit pricey for us. I would have been more satisfied with the splurge if things were consistently ‘upscale’ as described but … some of the appliances and fixtures are older and not in great shape. We also felt a bit of a lack of privacy with a window that doesn’t have a shutter that faces the staircase that is the access for both upstairs rentals. Our first night we had the upstairs guests come up the stairs at night and they waved at us while we were sitting inside lol. Anyway, I was hesitant to mention this, but felt kinda like for the price point and description of the rental as ‘upscale’ it was somewhat of a disappointment. If it wasn’t priced as it is none of those things would have mattered to me at all. It didn’t bother us too much, but others might benefit from knowing that the unit is not air conditioned. It does have good ceiling fans, but was consistently around 82f/28C inside at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views, walkable distance from the beach, beach chairs and umbrellas provided. Definitively a great choice if you want to be away from the noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lanikai stay
Perfect. Could not have been better. Great easy walk to the beach and very clean. We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A special house
This was a unique and wonderful place to stay. Lava stone wall, bamboo floor, beautiful staircase through lush plants up to the flat, amazing view, and short walk to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches. We had a wonderful time and felt well taken care of; communication was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023