Beach Front. Dolphin House. Hanalei Bay, Kauai.

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10632 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hanalei, HI

Hanalei Beach
4 min walk
Hanalei Beach Park
8 min walk
Hanalei Pier
14 min walk
Princeville, HI (HPV)
10 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Enjoy the trade winds, sunshine & panoramic ocean views from your private lanai.

Sea view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Renovated and expanded in July 2011 to include 7 bedrooms! Hanalei's classic property sits on over one acre of land. The largest oceanfront rental property in Hanalei Bay!

The residence and guesthouse have been upgraded throughout. New finishes include cherry floors, full granite slab baths, first rate appliances, and numerous floorplan enhancements. Sliding glass doors in guest cottage, master bedroom, upstairs and downstairs en suite bedrooms, living room and dining room encourages indoor/outdoor living in paradise. The property now features cutting edge aspects such as security, A/C, entry gate, and WiFi. Large HD flatscreen TVs in every bedroom. Bluetooth connectable speakers in both the kitchen and the living room.

The ultimate location and sprawling acreage with manicured landscaping and lawns down to the beach is unique to Hawaii. 'The Dolphin House' is the jewel of the north shore and offers a vacation dreams are made of! Simply the best in Hanalei.

Note: No weddings permitted on the property.
No more than 12 persons (gatherings) permitted on the property at any time.

Notification to all renters: this transient vacation rental is located within the tsunami evacuation zone.

TVR Registration Number: 5107

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Hanalei Beach. Enjoy features like concierge services. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a jetted tub.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 6 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Services include a concierge
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Just a 4-minute walk from Hanalei Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House

As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

mark & carlee thorrington

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach
Beach towels

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car not required

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Ice maker
Coffee grinder

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

6 bathrooms
Shower
Jetted
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Soap

Living spaces

Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

Smart TV
Pool or billiards table
DVD player
Stereo
Music library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Fenced garden
Barbecue
Garden

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Concierge services
Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

Near the ocean
Near the sea
On the waterfront
In the mountains
Near a health or beauty spa
Near the bay

Things to do

Sailing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 6800 sq ft (632 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property Registration Number 550030150000, TA-113-676-0832-01, GE-113-676-0832-01

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Beach Front. Dolphin House. Hanalei Bay Kauai

Beach Front. Dolphin House. Hanalei Bay Kauai.

Beach Front. Dolphin House. Hanalei Bay, Kauai. Hanalei

Beach Front. Dolphin House. Hanalei Bay, Kauai. Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Hillary G. M.

4 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible stay

We could not have loved our experience at the Dolphin House, more. It was truly a dream come true with the oceanfront and walk-to-town location. We had a large group with a nanny, couples without kids, grandparents and little kids. Across the board everyone felt they had their own space and privacy thanks to the thoughtful layout. Lastly, the property manager was so helpful at check-in and throughout the process. We will absolutely be returning!

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular

Amazing location, huge green lawn to play games, great beach location, and walking distance from downtown. Something for everyone. We loved this property and hope to return.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

14 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

No

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dori K.

6 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Hanalei Bay Home

The home is lovely and spacious. The location is unbeatable. The owner and property manager were very gracious and attentive to our needs. We enjoyed so much wonderful family time here. AC is only in the bedrooms but we quickly adjusted to the fans throughout the common areas.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

17 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Dolphin House

Every single element of our stay at the Dolphin House was perfect for us. We were a group of eight, six adults and two young children. The home had ample room for all of us easily. The large, sweeping backyard lawn provided endless area for getting outdoors with the littles and romping around. Easy beach and town access, all easily walkable. The inside living area also was wonderfully large with loads of room for us all. We used a wagon for our 2 granddaughters to walk into town. We've been visiting Kauai for 35 years. Staying at the Dolphin House was one of the best experiences we've had visiting Kauai.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elliott G.

9 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place to spend time with family

Hanalei Bay is one of the most beautiful places on earth and this house is ideally located on it. We had a wonderful week with my family of 8 at the house. We swam every day and loved the ease of walking down the manicured lawn to the beach. Also the landscaping in general is top notch. The landscaping lighting at night is gorgeous. We played frisbee on the huge lawn, grilled steaks, ate on the patio, etc. A wonderful place and you'd be lucky to stay here. Jennifer, the property manager, was very helpful and accommodating to our schedule that got thrown off by winter travel craziness.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Bonnie G.

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Updates needed

I stayed here 10 years ago and nothing really has changed. Love the house and location but it’s time for some new towels and bedding. The outdoor patio chairs were uncomfortable. The owner was very attentive and quick to respond to a problem with the freezer door handle and very helpful leading up to and throughout our stay. Jessica put us in touch with Chef Christophe who came to the house and made a couple amazing meals for our group. Overall, was great experience, house just needs a few updates.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

PETER B.

18 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

The location on the bay, views, and gardens/landscaping make this property very special. It was an unforgettable family trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

26 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house on the beach

We had a wonderful time at Kai Nani. Great location, space for everyone, gorgeous surroundings and impeccable landscaping. Our only complaint was musty air conditioning in a couple rooms.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laith S.

25 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Dolphin House NEVER disappoints

We stayed here 7 years ago and again this last June. There simply are no words to describe how magical this property is. The location is unbeatable and the pictures do it no justice. Staning on the lawn with the ocean waves breaking in front of you and turning around to see the lush mountians of Kauai with 12 cascading waterfalls! It's as if you stepped into Fantasy Island. Mark is a gracious owner and we can't thank him enough for opening his home to our family and friends for our stay. Just try to find a better alternative on Kauai, it's IMPOSSIBLE! So, if you can afford it, don't even think about waiting to book! Get that reservation going pronto or you will be out of luck next time you check the VRBO calendar. Thank you Mark!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

27 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

fabulous home

Wonderful well appointed home - terrific for a large family to gather. Close to everything. Air conditioned bedrooms are a huge plus!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey E., Atlanta, Georgia

24 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Locations don’t get better

The house is absolutely phenomenal! We all absolutely loved staying there. The walk into Hanalei is super easy and the setting is unbelievably picturesque. We would go back in a heartbeat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe F., Solvang

10 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for multi-generational families

We have stayed at the Dolphin house 4 times over the last 10 years. The house is huge, and it is has a lot of sleeping options for big families. There are ground floor rooms for the grandparents, and a separate guest house for young families with babies. The house is ideally situated-- you just walk out the back door, and you are on the beach. You can also walk to town in less than 5 minutes for your morning coffee. The house is maintained impeccably, and it looks the same today as it did 10 years ago. There is no better spot to stay in Kauai!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

26 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Elegant and Perfect for a Beach House

The Dolphin house was immaculate! Everyone in our party was comfortable and in awe of the living, sleeping and outdoor space. Jessica was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. Words do not describe the yard that leads to the beach. The grounds are very manicured and make it lovely to sit outside and enjoy the natural beauty all around. The kitchen was great for cooking a big breakfast and eating the at table on the lanai ...wow... Thank you Mark and Carlee and Jessica. It was a perfect family vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

sara D.

12 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

The best!

We had the best multi-generational stay at the Dolphin house. The location is magic - waterfalls, rainbows, mountains, ocean, stars and sunsets. The house is spacious, comfortable and so much fun with a great kitchen, pool table, card table, sound system, etc. We can't wait to go back!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

17 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

What a superb property!! By far the best on Hanalei beach!!!! We have rented a few and this is at the top of our list! Perfect location (on the beach and close to town) great size house for 10, functional kitchen, location is actually magical (mountains in the background and beach). No other property at this price comes close to this one! Our beach was also very quiet, far from the public access. If I had to add a suggestion, I would ask for extra outdoor furniture (for cocktail hour maybe a couch/coffee table). Also, it was great that there was lots of beach chairs/umbrellas to use. And The grounds are so manicured! What a treat to spend our 2 weeks here!! We will for sure be back!!!!!!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

24 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Our little group of 5 had more than enough room in this large house and guest house!! Beautiful views from everywhere and easy location for going into town! Look forward to our next trip!!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zachary S.

21 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location and plenty of space for the whole family

We loved our stay at Kai Nani. The location was perfect with views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. The kitchen was very well supplied with all the pots and pans and cooking utensils needed which made meal preparation easy but the knives were quite which was frustrating at times. The house and grounds were great for kids and the manager helped us coordinate a crib and stroller for our infant son which was very helpful.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B., Salt Lake City, USA

20 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Holiday Ever

I can not tell you how great this property is. It checks every box! The location couldn't have been better, close to town and shopping, steps from the ocean. The home is perfectly laid out with plenty of space for everyone. Everything we needed was there, beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, snorkeling gear etc. There were plenty of puzzles and games. The kitchen was stocked with everything we could have needed. The whole package was top notch. Thank you so much for opening your home to us. It was unforgettable !

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

8 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, and spaciousness!

Gorgeous location. Big spacious house. Well-appointed kitchen. What made this house and experience outstanding and what I haven't experienced elsewhere when renting was the property manager. Her attention was exemplary and I couldn't have asked for anything else. She went far above and beyond, communication was excellent, and she made all the difference in this experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark P., Boise, ID USA

24 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem in Hanalei

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Dolphin House "Kai Nani" in Hanalei. The home and property were spectacular. Access to the beach was a dream. Hanalei and the north shore of Kauai are a special treat due to the quiet, slow pace and Hawaiian hospitality.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

13 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation place.

Great. Close to food, shopping and on the beach. Perfect home for our family. Host, and owner were great to work with. I can not say enough good things about this property. Would love to come again and stay longer.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alena C.

3 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house in the BEST location

We had a lovely time in this house. Had a couple of glitches in the beginning of our stay but Jessica, the property manager, was very responsive. We wish that the master bedroom had AC as it did when we stayed here previously. Overall, we would definitely stay here again as the location cannot be beat and the house and grounds are otherwise perfect!

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

16 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Hanalei Property

We loved our stay at The Dolphin House. The location on the beach, the spacious and impeccably maintained grounds and walking proximity to town, cannot be beat. The house accommodates two families comfortably. The kitchen is well-appointed with all necessary equipment and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. We will be back for sure.

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2020