Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!
Steps To The Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!
Aloha-We bet that because you’re reading this you’ve looked at the descriptions of many vacation rentals on Kauai. Likely all of them gave glowing descriptions of how wonderful they are – and no doubt many indeed are. Here is why our condo should be at the top of your list!
Location! Lae Nani, appropriately named, meaning “beautiful face” in Hawaiian, is a gathering of approximately 80 condominium units on the east side of the island, known as the Coconut Coast. Lae Nani exudes an old Hawaii charm. It is situated on the coast of Wailua Bay, one of the most sacred places on the island and the ancestral home to the Hawaiian Royals. In fact, the stone remains of a sacred temple, known as a "Heiau”, sit on the edge of this property and it is still visited and used by local Hawaiians today. In addition to the Heiau, the property features five acres of showcase tropical foliage, including palm and banyan trees and a wide variety of flowering plants. Lae Nani is located in the quaint town of Kapa’a, midway between the verdant north shore and many of the attractions found to the south. It is only minutes from the airport in Lihue. In addition, it is conveniently close to shopping and restaurants, many of which are within easy walking distance, yet it is peacefully secluded behind its gated entrance.
Our apartment is located on the second floor in building 5 (#526) and is steps from the beach and the waves of the Pacific Ocean. Swimming and snorkeling are of course favorite activities, as is sunbathing on the sandy beach. There’s even a lava-rock-enclosed “Keiki” pool that is shallow enough for little kids and timid oldsters to enjoy. Views from the lanai, over Wailua Bay, are panoramic and unforgettable. Unlike many other possibilities you may have read about, our apartment does not abut the parking lot but rather has a quiet winding sidewalk through lush flowering trees and bushes. As an end unit, our apartment has three sides with windows, making it bright and open.
There are two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with two extra-long twin-size beds. *Note: The twin beds do not convert to a king. The kitchen is well stocked, and it faces the ocean allowing the cook to be part of the fun. The two fully-equipped ensuite bathrooms have walk-in showers. The lanai has chaise lounges and a bar-height table that allows guests an unobstructed view of the bay, where you’ll see expert surfers, kiteboarders, and the occasional dolphin or whale. The condo is equipped with internet, cable, boogie boards, beach towels, and beach chairs. To keep the ‘feel’ of old Hawaii, we have opted not to install air conditioning. During the midsummer months, when nights can be warm, as well as during the infrequent times that trade wind breezes aren’t present, multiple fans, including ceiling and free-standing, are available to help keep you cool. The decision not to install AC allows windows to be left open day and night so you can enjoy the sound of the waves, the sweet smell of plumeria, and the soft cooing of the endangered shearwater bird.
The property amenities include a large saltwater swimming pool that is heated during the winter months, plenty of poolside lounge chairs, private parking, gas barbeques, and a tennis court for your use. Lastly, there’s an on-site manager and a friendly staff with an aloha spirit. Everything is well-maintained, clean, and accessible. A YouTube video of the condo can be viewed by clicking the link located under the "Video" tab on this site.
Lastly, Dan, Kara, Jim, Cathy, Meg, Bill, and Ruth Brown own our Lae Nani home. We have owned and loved our condo for over 10 years. We recently decided to self-manage the property on VRBO when our long-time on-island manager retired. We will continue to manage the property until we find a small personal management company that fits the needs of our family. If you are unable to find dates that fit your holiday agenda, please, look at Dan and Kara’s property in building 3 - It too is a (2) Bedroom (2) Bath - Unit #322 VRBO Listing #2270005.
We hope that you consider coming to visit Kauai. And whether you stay with us or not, we think it will be one of the most enjoyable vacations of your lifetime. The maximum occupancy is 4 persons No children under the age of 13 We provide: -Stocked kitchen with everything you need to prepare food at your island home - Comfortable living room with HD TV - (Front Bedroom) Ensuite w/king bed - (Back bedroom) Ensuite w/ 2 extra-long twin beds (The beds cannot be retrofitted to make a king) - Oceanview Lanai - High-Speed Internet and Cable - Free parking in a gated Lot - Tennis Court, Swimming Pool, Beautiful Beach, and Lush Tropical Grounds - Boogie Boards, Beach Chairs, Beach Towels - Hair Dryer
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Property Registration Number 430020100077, TA-164-809-7280-01, GE-164-809-7280-01
About the area
Kapaa
Located on the beach, this condo is in Waipouli, a neighbourhood in Kapaa. Kela's Glass Gallery and Kamokila Hawaiian Village are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coconut Marketplace and Kapaa Shopping Center. Smith's Tropical Paradise and Lydgate Beach are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Kapaʻa, HI
What's nearby
Lae Nani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Coconut Marketplace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Wailua Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Smith's Tropical Paradise - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Lihue, HI (LIH) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Lava Lava Beach Club - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
The Garden Grille at The Hilton Garden Inn Kauai - 3 min drive
JoJo’s Shave Ice - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located! on 24 June 2026 start from AU$694, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Waipouli condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Lae Nani Beach, Wailua Beach and Coconut Marketplace. Lydgate Beach and Holoholoku Heiau are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Great place. The view from the balkony is to die for. The place was well equipped, clean and cozy. We like this close location to Coconut Market. We did not have any problems with the place and we enjoyed it a lot.
Beautiful views on a beautiful property. We made use of the pool and the grills. Evenings were spent relaxing on the lanai. We really enjoyed this location as we felt we were in the middle of the island and had equal access to both the north and south.
Beautiful location. Wonderful grounds, pool, an beach. Perfectly clean. Walkable restaurants and shops. Excellent location for trips all over the island. Very friendly hosts. Would recommend to anyone!
Property was as listed. In a great location and had everything we needed including coolers and beach chairs. No AC as listed . This made it s little warm, but manageable.
Beautiful condo in Lae Nani with everything you need to make your Kauai vacation special. Location is terrific, and the condo spotlessly clean and comfortable. Didn’t want to leave!
This property is amazing and is better than the pictures! We enjoyed how close it was to the beach and easy walk to shopping and many different eating options.
Hope to be back soon!
Excellent place for a week vacation.
Location is probably the best in the complex. The condo was stocked with everything you need. The beach was secluded and swimming was fun.
I would definitely recommend to book this place.
Loved the property and amenities. Such a perfect location and beautiful view.
My only complaint is that is was hot (we knew no ac) and more fans are needed!
Everything was lovely. The condo has a wonderful view of lush gardens, the ocean and wonderful sunrises! The laundry machine and dryer were most appreciated We have already shared our stay location with another family and highly recommend this property.
We had an excellent stay at this property. The condo was very clean, comfortable and well appointed. The ocean view was beyond compare. Pool and beach was excellent. The property manager was very easy to communicate with and helped make this visit an awesome experience for us. Thank you!
Lovely property with awesome view of the bay surf. End unit was wonderfully private with little foot traffic nearby. Also close to restaurants and shops. We had a wonderful week of much needed escape from the snow. Would definitely love to come back.
Kara’s place was great! Organization of everything in the kitchen, laundry room, beach equipment, etc., was impeccable. Communication with Kara was super easy, she was very responsive and offered quick solutions for a couple minor things that came up. Would 100% stay here again!
“Steps To The Beach” is perfect. Our host and her team have done a wonderful job on this unit. From sunrise to after sunset, the views and sounds of the ocean are mesmerizing. The decor and furnishings are first class, the kitchen fully stocked, and the beach gear plentiful. We will be back. And soon! Thank you for sharing your bit of paradise with us.
Everything was beautiful, clean, well organized and well furnished with everything you need. The location was wonderful, right on the ocean on the end of the property with great access to the ocean and only a short walk to the pool. It was the highlight of our trip to Kauai!
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful and top maintained condominium with - indeed - a five star view. On top of that Kara is a great host: very friendly, responsive and flexible.From the furnishings and equipment to the cleanliness and the impression of the entire apartment complex, we have nothing but good things to say. What we have to say is “Dankeschön, mahalo and thanks!”100% recommendation from us.
Stefan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Kara Brown
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests