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Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS!

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A bathroom with a white vanity, a sink, and a mirror. There is a door leading to a balcony with a palm tree and a view of the ocean.
A room with a wooden sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small rug, and a framed picture on the wall.
A covered outdoor area with a view of a pool and greenery.
A spacious living area with a wooden bench, a dining table with blue cushions, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and two framed pictures of sea turtles.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Waimanalo Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Waimanalo, HI
  • Place, Waimanalo Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiona Beach Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Life Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Waimanalo

Located in Waimanalo Beach, a neighbourhood in Waimanalo, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. International Market Place and Waikiki Beach Walk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Hanauma Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stan Sheriff Center or Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Waimanalo, HI

What's nearby

  • Waimanalo Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaiona Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sea Life Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kaupo Bay - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 32 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Island Brew Coffeehouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! ?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! on 25 Apr 2027 start from AU$13,130, 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.

How much is parking at Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Honu Cottage: Quiet, Oceanfront Comfort + EPIC VIEWS! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waimanalo Beach cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Waimanalo Beach and Kaiona Beach Park. Kaupo Bay and Makapuu Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Quiet beachfront cottage

what a lovely little beachfront cottage. quiet, cozy, comfortable & well-maintained property with million dollar views. we were able to check-in few hours early & owner was very responsive. after spending 4 nights in Maui, this cute place was a perfect way to end our vacation in Oahu.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Tracy was a perfect guest to host. It would be great to to host her again! Until then, safe travels and be well! Aloha, Kalia Kalama Property Manager Beachfront Villas Hawaii
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great sunrise from under a highway: quiet 11pm-5pm

a construction zone under a highway - bathroom a joke loving aloha spirit everywhere, Monica and Karen great along with Mike, Brian, Richard, Brian, the girlfriends et al
Stayed 57 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gorgeous

Overall it was a great stay! The location is so beautiful and the place is cute. There were plenty of towels, bedding, snorkel gear, BBQ. The kitchen was well appointed but the quality wasn't great. I like to cook on vaca so I would have appreciated better knives and more up to date appliances for the price. The bed was comfy and the futon was fine. The place was clean on the surface but the house is old and could use deep clean. For the price I think they could have fluffed it up a but more, I think mostly we are paying for the location. Just know its a beach cottage built in the 60s or 70s. The host was very nice and responsive and let us have a late check out which I appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was great to host Rose and her family a Honu Cottage. A fun loving family alway respectful of the property. They are alway welcome back to visit us a gain. I have noted the house items and will make changes for the future. Until their return, be well and have a great year. Aloha, Kalia Kalama Property Manager Beachfront Villas Hawaii
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

We rented the small Honu Cottage for 5 days, 2 Adults one 12 year old and it was perfect for us. Everything is new and clean as it has been remodeled. The view from the cottage, yard, and pier are spectacular. We enjoyed the views, outdoor shower, swings, swimming, snorkeling, hanging out on the pier, and on the small beach. We were fortunate to take a ride on the catamaran with the owner and his dog which was a highlight of our trip. The Owner and Property Manager are both responsive and laid back. The rides into town for shops and restaurants to Kailua or Waikiki are simple and quick 25 - 35 minutes and about 15 minutes to Hawaii Kai. One of our favorite beaches on the island, Waimanalo Beach Park, is a few minutes drive away for larger waves, boogie boarding, swimming and soaking up the sun. We actually didn't even go this time, just stopped for a few minutes after checking out, because we loved hanging at the cottage grounds. This property is perfect for parties of 3, possibly 4. It is relaxing and gorgeous. Thank you for allowing us a little slice of aloha! Definitely recommend; I LOVED the constant beauty! Thank you Mike & Kalia for your aloha spirit and making our trip so memorable!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was such a great pleasure to host Antoinette and her family. It was a special homecoming for her father. They were fun, happy go lucky, and truly enjoyed all the beauty and amenities available for their use. It would be terrific to welcome them back again. Until their next trip, be well, happy and enjoy life! Blessings to you and yours! Kalia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

So Happy we chose Waimanalo Honu Cottage

Our family, (2 adults, 2 kids) just recently returned from our trip to Oahu. There were several times when we thanked our VRBO stars that we chose the Waimanalo Honu Cottage. It was exactly as described, situated beautifully on the eastern Oahu Shores. Beautiful views of the near bye mountains and islands and a fun semi-private beach for us to swim in. WE saw lots of gekkos and salamanders and even Whales surfacing in the distance. The drive to and from was beautiful in and of itself with many roadside turnoffs with spectacular views of the ocean and shore. The town of Waimanalo was also fun with a great roadside eatery Ono Stakehouse (as recommended by the property) and an ice cream shop (Dave's) that the kids enjoyed returning to frequenty. The people in the area were very friendly and the gift shops much more reasonable than downtown Honolulu. We did enjoy driving to Waikiki as well and were glad to make a day trip out of it, but it was nice to retire away from the hub-bub of the main hotel touristy areas. The cottage was in a great location. An easy day trip up to the Polynesian center for Luau and show, near Hanuau Bay (sp?) and Eastern Honolulu and the Kona Brewing company restaurant which was a nice hangout. The cottage itself was cozy for four but even the downstairs pullout bed was comfortable. Great that they had a big bin full of recreational equipment we could use for the beach. Kids enjoyed the hammock as did I on late moonlit nights. Saved big money preparing our own breakfasts and a couple of dinners in the kitchen which was also appreciated. Would stay there again if and when we return to Hawaii. Thank you for letting us share in your cottage. Hawaii and Hawaiians were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Aloha Bryan (sp), its is always a great opportunity to host such enjoyable guest such as you and your family. We would be thrilled to have you return anytime you like. Until then, be well, have a safe journey and keep smilin! Aloha and Mahalo Nui Loa.....Kalia Kalama, Property Manager
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Perfect time, so nice to be that close to the beach
Stayed 44 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waterfront Waimanalo

Everything we needed for a happy month in Hawaii. First, the view - breathtakingly beautiful. We spent so much time just enjoying it - from our lanai, the beach, the pier - we couldn't get enough. The accommodations were exactly what we needed with a comfy king-sized bed, well equipped kitchen, bathroom with outside access, washer/dryer, fast Wi-Fi, and beach toys galore. Kalama was easy to work with and very helpful. Beautiful Waimanalo beach is close enough for a walk, and there are restaurants and Shimas Grocery store nearby. The lighthouse hike is also a short drive away. Very happy! Mahalo!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really Peaceful

Enjoy my stay in Oahu is this one bedroom loft. Very comfy. This location was perfect for getting around and maintaining a peaceful environment amoung all the tourists. The only thing I would request is a bench or hammock for the loft. Thank you and I will visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views & Super Clean!

Visiting Hawaii with my daughter during a major shutdown, we were elated to find this cozy cottage with an incredible view! The hosts were friendly and very responsive. We look forward to staying here again during our next visit to the islands.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sunrise

Excellent stay, great location, beautiful beaches and amazing sunrises. Also sailing with Mike was wonderful. Highly recommend this property. We are coming back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time with minor issues

Kitchen has an ant problem. Leave any kind of food out on the counter and it is inundated with hundreds of tiny ants. Also TV remote needs new batteries and the cable box doesn’t seem to do anything. Otherwise it was a fabulous stay. Very good place by the beach and Mike is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Close but not quite

With homeless encampments and burned out cars very close by makes one a bit nervous leaving valuables around when away. There were instructions for garage door, but there was no opener and when inquired of same was indicated to just leave it open. huh? There is a new concrete driveway which is great, but the security gate was open entire stay. What is the point of giving instructions for codes etc. when they are not in use? Same for front door- described a different lock set to one actually in use; fishing poles- rods, reels, but line and lures would help so too would a cleaned up garage and washer/dryer area.. After sweeping the floor, emptying trash bags and moving some stuff as to park it made due. Functional kitchen, small bathroom, postage stamp shower. It all works tho and with the futon turned around so one can at least see the small tv for a late night flick is workable, but you don't stay here for the tube. Morning coffee watching the sunrise on the ocean view is:) Suggestions: Update house binder with relevant and current information- it's not 2015! Clean out and reorganize the sand/surf toy box- musty and dirty and get some chairs to use at beach. Clean cupboards better (bugs) and definitely ac vents ugh! Figure out how guests should park- Escalade views in the mornings are no good. Tall folk-watch your head- like I said it is tight. Overall- decent place to crash out if super tired otherwise the highway noise might wake you. Aloha
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not at work is always good!

Overall, enjoyed staying here. The place is a bit rustic. Stove, kitchen in general, could use an update. Very comfortable bed, but if you are on the ocean side, watch your head as the roofline is quite low. Slightly disappointed that the windows in the bedroom were pretty dirty, would have been nice to wake up to that amazing view, and it is pretty amazing. We didnt swim or snorkel, but if we did we would have used our own gear. There is an old cooler on the porch filled with items, either people left them behind or they are the owners, but they smelled musty and werent in great shape. Huge palm frond in the outside shower, which we also didnt use. If we are ever in that part of Ohau again, we would be more than happy to stay there.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Hawaiian Style Home

I highly recommend this beautiful home on the beach with a million dollar ocean view of Rabbit Island. The sunrise is amazing and the full moon was breathtaking. You can swim and snorkel in the back yard! Mike and Patrick have the aloha spirit and made us feel at home. They took us on a boat ride that was so much fun!!! We also purchase beautiful art and books by Patrick Ching that he signed for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

My family of four never left the property one they arrived. Everything is Right outside your front door: snorkeling, beach, paddle boarding. The views of rabbit island are spectacular. One of the highlights of our trip was a ride on Michael’s sailing canoe. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Stunning

Beautiful place to stay. You can even snorkel right outside the private beach. Can't get enough of this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views and setting

Quaint older but clean cottage below the road and between the ocean and the cliffs. Good location for travel to different areas of the island. I think the photos and amenities need to be updated as we had no dishwasher (which for us was fine) and the washer/dryer was in the garage amongst a lot of boxes, tools and clothes. This may be just temporary as there’s some landscaping going on. The front gate was open and we had no clicker to close the garage so lock your vehicle. Friendly people and quick to respond with questions or concerns. Overall we enjoyed our stay. 11/30-12/4
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable views

The location cannot be beat. Unbelievable views, private beach, beautiful mountains, and cliffs. Watching the lightning storms over the ocean was one of the prettiest things I’ve seen. This is the place you imagine when you dream of going to Hawaii. The check-in process was really easy, the house was easy to find, and the house was very clean. They had a pack n play waiting in the house for us. There’s a hammock, swings, a hot tub, basically everything you could want from a Hawaiian stay. Mike was really nice and took us out on his boat! I wish we could stay forever. Thank you for the wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Private beach with spectacular views, boat ride with Mike was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

From start to finish, our stay at this lovely cottage was easy and very enjoyable. Great location. Great people. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach front

We loved all the beach toys! Snorkel gear, boards, shoes, toys. Water was clean, warm, sandy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

simply beautiful

Honus Cottage was just perfect for our ohana, Patrick Ching and Mike were great hosts. The best stay we've had and then some waking up to the sun rising breath taking.. Thank you Mike and Patrick
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Well located but noisy

Well located to visit the East and North coast. Yet next to the road (even if you do not see it), so it's quite noisy. The pictures depicting the site describe well what you see there. However the interior of the house is quite worn out, hense not attractive at all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RIGHT ON THE BEACH, BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, GREAT NEIGHBORS

This is our second time staying at Mike's property. Each time has been great. You're right on the beach. There is a pier you can fish on and catch all sorts of fun little fish. My little son loved to go snorkeling each morning and fish in in the afternoon. The cottage is cozy and comfortable, it is very conveniently located and was easy to get around all the beautiful beaches and famous scenic locations. It was an awesome 7 days!!!! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views!

We stayed in Waikiki before staying here and are so happy when we finally got to leave the busy city! This cottage is everything I wanted. Simple interior with everything you need and amazing views! The host, Mike, was so friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend giving a donation and going out on his sailboat. This place and Mike made our trip perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
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