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Hale Pulelehu'a (The Butterfly House) from Front Yard
Living Room + Kitchen
Main House | Living Room
Kitchen
Main House | Kitchen + Dining Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Place, Kepuhi Point Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Makua Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Haena Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Detached Unit

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Common area

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach

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A classic Hawaiian style home, this Haena Beach House, known as Hale Pulelehu'a (The Butterfly House), is a wonderful place for your family & friends to experience the island lifestyle on the North Shore of Kauai. Immaculately cared for, Island art & historic photographs help create a serene environment that ensures a memorable experience.
Hale Pulelehu'a (The Butterfly House) is lovingly cared for and provides easy access to all of the activities of Kauai's North Shore. A scenic ten minute drive past historic Hanalei town and only one mile from the end of the road at Ke'e Beach and the start of the breathtaking famed Napali Coast. Fifty steps from Hale Pulelehu'a is one of the most beautiful private sandy beaches on the North Shore. World famous Tunnel's Beach, which is one of the finest seasonal snorkel and surf locations is a spectacular 5-10 minute beach stroll away. Right down the road on the ocean you can dine at the Opakapaka Grill and Bar or visit the Napali Art Gallery and Coffee House with some of the best coffee on the island.

You will also be able to enjoy historic Hanalei Town, where you will find restaurants offering sushi, burgers, vegan dining, fresh fish, Pacific Rim, pizza, Brazilian, and tapas. Several restaurants have been featured in Food and Wine and Gourmet Magazine. Also, don't miss the Hawaiian Shave Ice and Hanalei's wonderful assortment of food trucks.
Hanalei has a variety of charming boutiques and services, including yoga and massage, as well as shops to rent kayaks, snorkel gear, or bikes. You can fish and kayak at the Hanalei pier and river. There is seasonal world class surfing as well.

Princeville is 15 minutes from the house and offers golf, zip-lining tours, horseback riding, jungle waterfall kayak trips, shopping, and more.

Features of Hale Pulelehu'a:

-Air conditioning
-One Bedroom Suite with king bed and private bathroom
-Two Guest Bedrooms with queen beds
-One Guest Bedroom with two twin beds
-A wide-open floor plan with vaulted ceilings that is great for family or gracious entertaining.
-The large, well appointed kitchen can accommodate the entire family and has a large island/bar with seating for meals
-The great room includes a dining room and living room that open to the lanai
-Fiber Internet w/ Wifi 6 and backup batteries for power outages providing an optimal work remote location
-Other amenities include: Outdoor shower, barbeque grill, quality linens, beach chairs, umbrella, and beach towels.

One bedroom Guest House- $195/night plus taxes and $175 clean fee.

24 hour on island contact- Megan Wong 808-346-0188
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Note: Property is located in the tsunami zone. Evacuation route instructions are located next to the front door.



Keywords: Tunnels, Walkable to Tunnels, Haena, Near Hanaeli, North Shore Kauai, Kauai, North Shore, Na Pali Coast, Golf, Kite Boarding, Yoga, Surfing, Hiking, Snorkeling, Hale Pulelehu'a

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No private events.
After the booking, we will verify all reservation details by phone and/or email within 24 hours.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-007-695-5648-01, TA-007-695-5648-01, 580090400000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hanalei

Located in Hanalei, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Limahuli Garden and Reserve and Island Sails. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hanalei, HI

What's nearby

  • Kepuhi Point Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Makua Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Haena Beach Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Maniniholo Dry Cave - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Canon's Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hanalei Bread Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach on 2 May 2026 start from AU$993, 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 Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Haena Home - Walkable to Tunnels Beach! 50 Steps to Private Beach located?

This family-friendly Hanalei holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Kepuhi Point Beach and Makua Beach. Haena Beach Park and Canon's Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Darin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our family vacation. Tunnels beach is our favorite so it was nice to be able to walk there! And having the beach only a few steps away was incredible. The home was clean, beautiful, and had everything we needed. The pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Mahalo for your review. We're so glad you had a wonderful stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to stay in one of the most beautiful locations on the planet. Our family of 6 was more than comfortable in the space. It was very clean and had anything you would need. We ran into some weather related concerns due to heavy rain and the property manager was more than accommodating. We hope to be back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review. We hope to welcome you back again in the future! Mahalo.
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10/10 Excellent

Tandy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dishwasher and dryer a little worn.
Beach 40 steps from home.
View from deck
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2026
Thanks for your review, Tandy. We have addressed the dryer and are currently working on also replacing the dishwasher. We greatly value this feedback. We hope you had a wonderful stay based on your 5-star review. Mahalo.
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10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in our favorite neighborhood on the north shore. Perfect for a group of friends or for a family. In a quiet and tranquil neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home! Perfect location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Richard was a fabulous guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is absolutely wonderful! An amazing location with a short walking path right across the street that leads directly onto the beach. Beautiful and secluded area. The house has literally everything you need, from kitchen items to games to beach chairs and toys. It's more spacious than the photos, and we had plenty of room for our family trip. If you're thinking of staying here, I strongly suggest doing it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thanks so much for your review, Michael! We're so glad you had such a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Pulelehu’a is incredible. The house was so clean and inviting. It was the perfect size for our multi-generational group. The kitchen was big enough to allow many people to work on meals and was stocked with every tool we needed. And the beach is not only just a few steps away, but is gorgeous and uncrowded. We were there in the summer and the swimming and snorkeling were perfect. All of us would love to return and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Hale Pulelehu'a! Mahalo for your kind review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Family trip to Kauai

Perfect location and a great house for a big family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great Location Great Property Great Host

A great week spent with 6 adults and 2 toddlers at super location and superb property. Bill and Megan where fantastic hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Better than pictured!

We absolutely loved our stay here! Literally steps from a super quiet beach, outdoor shower for sandy feet; overall perfect spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

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

wonderful!

right across the street from the beach! the neighbors and neighborhood is exactly what we wanted.....away from all the hustle & bustle. The north side of Kauai is wild hawaii! we loved it. the house also has snorkel gear if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joern K.

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

We had a wonderful time

The property is as described and the location is perfect. Just across the road is a path to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Fabulous walking distance to the beach

The house as perfect. Clean with a greet location in proximity to one of the most beautiful beaches. Would return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Just perfect in every way!

Don't hesitate to book here for your large group! We were so comfortable with all necessities and plenty of extras. Bill was very communicative, prompt and kind. An exemplary stay for our Father's 80th Birthday celebration!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your review, Rachel! We enjoyed hosting your group and are so glad you had such a wonderful time.
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10/10 Excellent

PETER B.

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

Loved it

Clean, classic style, great yard/outdoor space, fantastic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Collin H.

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

A wonderful week

An absolutely perfect place! We enjoyed every bit of our vacation and the location of this home was a big part of that. Steps from a stunning beach and a short drive to some of Kauai's best sights. Easily the most well appointed rental home (kitchen, towels, beach supplies) we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Wonderful family vaxation

This home and cottage were perfect for our group of 10. Our grown children their spouses and teenagers 16 & 19 and they each brought a friend. The beach just across the street was great for snorkeling,, they saw many fish and turtles. a little rough to just swim. We visited a lot of different beaches , ate some nice restaurants and cafes. The house is very well maintained and stocked with the necessities !
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

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

Wonderful

The house is beautiful and kitchen and bathrooms large and functional. Just a minute walk to the beach and great patio for wet swim suits, towels. Has everything you need for the beach- towels, boogie boards, umbrella, chairs. Owner and property manager easy to contact, helpful. Would definitely stay here again! House is in an amazing location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george b.

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

Perfect North Shore property

My wife and I and our two older teen daughters have rented several other Haena properties in the past and highly recommend Hale Pulelehu’a! One of the cleanest properties we’ve ever rented, equipped with absolutely everything from kitchen equipment to beach chairs, toys, and snorkeling gear, a lovely backyard, great outdoor shower, and access to a secluded beach was just steps away. At this price you will not find a finer property on the North Shore of Kauai.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

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

Fabulous home/great location

Adult children and spouses all gathered together. The home had everything we needed and more. We give it our highest recommendation
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest L.

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

Fantastic House

House is great. Very wide and open design. Nice views of trees from house. Very peaceful and relaxing. Beach is across the street. However, the beach is not for kids as there are large rocks in the water and the surf can get pretty rough. It is a nice beach to sit out and relax on. Location is quiet and about 15 minutes away from any stores/restaurant. The house is the star of the show and a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! The beach in front of the house varies greatly by time of year and swells. Winter months can find larger swells and summer months the water can be like a lake...it's so fun how every month of the year brings something different! We're glad you enjoyed the magical, private beach walkable from the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Heaven

We absolutely loved our stay and will remember it for years to come. It was so suitable for two families with space and accommodation for all. The house is just lovely and we so appreciated the thoughtfulness put into every detail. We have the best photo from our first day of the kids running down the path across the street from the house full of wonder and excitement. And, the amazement I had on the rainy day as I hit the beach at the end of that path to see the sky clearing with the most incredible sunset.We loved our stay-many thanksThe
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
We're so glad you had such a lovely stay! Thanks for staying at Hale Pulelehu'a. We hope to have you back!
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10/10 Excellent

Guillaume D.

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

Fantastic

We will come back !
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Luke P.

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

Amazing Stay

The stay at Hale Pulelehu’a was a special experience for our family. The property was perfect for our family of five. Rooms and outdoor areas are spacious, everything well cared for, and we immediately felt at home. Being steps away from the beach allowed everyone to conveniently swim, snorkel, and relax. The natural beauty of the surrounding area is picture perfect. Every day felt like being in paradise. Thank you Hale Pulelehu’a for the one of a kind memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Great Location

Our family had a wonderful experience! The location is perfect…….nearby the beach, located on a quiet near hood street & an easy walk to a nearby coffee shop. Another plus was the abundant “extras” provided at the house such as kitchen seasonings & beach gear. The house is very comfortable & has a beautiful view. Our toddler grandchildren are already talking about wanting to go back again. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill Morgan

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Why they chose this property

I have been returning to Kauai since first living here in 1975. Hale Pulelehu'a is located on the best beach on the entire island of Kauai. We designed Hale Pulelehu'a to appeal to our multi-generational family. The house is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the North Shore and is close to so many great activities. There are so many spectacular things to do within walking distance of the house that you may not even want to get in your car!

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