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Highlights
Cook, dine, and unwind
Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Lanikai Beach
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
On beach
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Kailua, HI
Lanikai Beach
Place, Lanikai Beach
3 min walk
Kailua Beach
Place, Kailua Beach
8 min walk
Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead
Place, Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead
8 min walk
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
39 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757
This property is professionally-managed by Private Homes Hawaii, LLC and is licensed as a short term vacation rental, Non-Conforming Use Permit Number 1990/NUC-1757. It is compliant with Hawaii State Legislation (HB2078) for vacation rental accommodations, Lic#TA-043-470-0288-01. TMK.
Welcome to Walker's Lanikai Beach House. John Walker, was a Scotsman who made his way to Hawaii as a young man in the 1870's to become a contractor of choice to Queen Liliuokalani, and erect such notable buildings as the Bishop Museum and Honolulu Hale (City Hall).
Mr. Walker's inviting presence is felt in the structure of this, his favorite hideaway on Lanikai Beach. Built in 1934, this enchanting environment transports you back to an era of graceful living, where the worries of the world are lost in the luxury of sea, sand and restful surroundings. Following recent renovations, the house contains just the right combination of added comforts in its updated kitchen, guest quarters and “boat house”, with elements of charm carefully preserved from a richly felt past.
One of the first homes to take advantage of Lanikai’s heavenly reef-protected waters and natural stretch of white sand beach, John Walker’s Beach House set the standard by which the surrounding community grew…a standard which has been nurtured by his family through the years for you to enjoy. Although only with us in spirit, John Walker’s love of Lanikai is preserved by one of his most revered places in the world.
The main house features 3 bedrooms, kitchen and large "great room" with spacious guest rooms. Steps away is the white soft sands of Lanikai Beach with access to the water provided from the front lawn. With a separate entry, the 'guest cottage' located off the entry courtyard features a queen-bedded room and a small parlor with kitchenette (sleeps up to 4). Another private entry "boathouse" sits above the garage - complete with its own living room, kitchen, bathroom and lanai. The "boathouse" also has a loft area with double bed that may be suitable for young children (sleeps 2-4). This is the classic Lanikai Beach House - for those looking for a casual, relaxing getaway on the shores of one of the worlds' best beaches!
Bedroom configurations: Main House Primary - King Bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, split a/c, smart TV Main House Guest Room (Ocean) - Queen Bed, shared bathroom in hall with shower & bathtub, split a/c Main House Guest Room (Courtyard) - Queen Bed, shared bathroom in hall with shower & bathtub, split a/c
Cottage Guest Room One - Queen Bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, split a/c, Smart TV Cottage Guest Room Two - Full Bed
Boat House Lanai - Queen Bed, shared bathroom with shower, split a/c Boat House Loft - Full Bed, shared bathroom with shower
Note; this property is for quiet residential vacation accommodations only. Parties, weddings, receptions, Luaus, events and gatherings of any kind are prohibited. Please inquire further with our agents. Note: Limit of 3 vehicles.
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Newly REMODELED AND the best access to sandy Lanikai Beach! NUC # 90/TVU-0031
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Newly REMODELED AND the best access to sandy Lanikai Beach! NUC # 90/TVU-0031
Property Registration Number 430080930000, TA-043-470-0288-01, GE-043-470-0288-01
Property # 6989vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Kailua
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Lanikai, a neighbourhood in Kailua. 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 Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach. Honolulu Zoo and Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 36 min drive
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Paia Fish Market Kailua - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Maui Brewing Company Kailua - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757?
As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757 on 3 Oct 2026 start from AU$25,078, 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 Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walker Beach House - Lanikai Ocean Front Lic.#1990/NUC-1757 located?
Nestled on the beach, this Lanikai holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach. Kailua Bay Beach and Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The Walker house in Lanakai was amazing. It was everything and more than we expected. Pictures do not do the view of the ocean justice. The house was equipped with everything we needed. I would repeat this vacation over and over. The property management communication was easy and timely. I'd love to keep it our little secret.
Everything was perfect! From easy check-in to the most beautiful location. The house had more than bough room for our family and kitchen was fully equipped with all cooking essentials.
Kevin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
5 Apr 2026
Wonderful Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful home, wonderful hosts. Would love to come and stay again.
Michael H.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Thank you so much - would love to accommodate that!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Heather O.
21 May 2026
Amazing Family Vacation Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We brought our 5 grown children, significant others and one grandchild to the historic Walker Beach Home. Everything about the home and grounds was perfect for our stay - we loved the home - plenty of room for all of us, a beautiful view, multiple sitting areas outside, convenient beach access. Steven was helpful and responsive.
Heather O.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for your review and glad to hear you all enjoyed. Would love to have you back so please let us know if/when we can help again. Mahalo!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brenda C.
20 July 2026
Wonderful unique historic property in a beautiful setting
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family group of 6 adults and 2 children had a wonderful stay at this property. It was in an ideal location with gorgeous views. The main kitchen was very well equipped with high quality appliances and plenty of plates, glasses, silverware etc. There was lots of room to gather as a group or spread out separately. The property manager was helpful and responsive when needed. We loved a guided kayak tour to Popoia Island with Kailua Beach Adventures, and a hike up to Lanikai Pillbox. We saw numerous sea turtles in the ocean in front of the property. One minor drawback was that when we checked in on a Friday afternoon, both large garbage bins and both large recycling bins were completely full, and recycling bins are only emptied once every two weeks, so we had to store our recyclable items in bags for a week. Otherwise 100% fabulous experience!
Brenda C.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your nice review - we apologize about the bins as we had a tight turn that week. Will review with the team and make sure we have a plan in place to remove full bins even before the trucks are scheduled. Hope to have you back soon.
This is just what our family needed - refreshing, relaxing and restful!
A great area and the beachfront was beautiful.
Don K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Mar 2026
Most amazing place to stay! We loved sitting out back watching th
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Most amazing place to stay! We loved sitting out back watching the water in the sunshine—it was so peaceful and relaxing. The kitchen is awesome and had everything we needed. Everything was super clean, and the grounds are absolutely beautiful. We feel very thankful and blessed to have stayed there. We can’t wait until the next time we can come back. Thank you so much!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2026
Thank you so much - we appreciate the nice review and hope to have you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Phillip L.
19 Sept 2025
Walker home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It is always great to be back and stay at this home
Phillip L.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
so nice to have you with us again - we appreciate your continued business and hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy L.
1 Dec 2025
Loved it
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Walker’s beach house was a wonderful experience. Plenty of space for all, used the grill one night and the welcome basket was a nice surprise! We watched the sunrise every morning loved seeing the turtles enjoying the reef.
Dorothy L.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2025
Thank you for your reveiw and glad you enjoyed the Walker Beach House. Let us know if we may assist with your next visit!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shannon M.
16 Jan 2026
Lovely house and location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Despite the rain, we had a wonderful time at our stay at Walker's Lanikai beach house. The view was still beautiful and it was easy to walk a house down the road to the beach access. The house has everything you could think of needing in the kitchen and otherwise. It was great to have space for our family especially with the off and on rain keeping us inside sometimes. We would absolutely stay again and hope to soon!
Shannon M.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2026
Thank you and glad you enjoyed despite the rainy whether - you did hit a bad week unfortunately but sounds like you made the best of it!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I EXPECTED THIS 100 YEAR OLD PROPERTY TO BE A BIT WORN DOWN BUT FOUND THIS LARGE, CLASSIC HAWAIIAN, BUNGALOW IN EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION.I FOUND THE PROPERTY DESCRIPTION OF THE BEDROOMS CONFUSING. THERE ARE 5, THREE IN THE MAIN HOUSE, ONE IN THE COTTAGE AND ONE IN THE BOATHOUSE. ALL ARE VERY COMFORTABLE. THREE HAVE THEIR OWN BATH. TWO (IN THE MAIN HOUSE) SHARE A BATH. (BTW, THE GARAGE HAS A CODE THAT IS DIFFERENT FROM THAT FOR THE MAIN HOUSE BUT IT APPEARS NOWHERE IN THE NOTEBOOK OF INSTRUCTIONS)ONE IN OUR GROUP OF SEVEN SAID THE PICTURES IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIPTION DO NOT DO JUSTICE TO THE BEAUTY OF THIS SITE, AND I AGREE. IN THE PICTURES YOU DON’T GET THAT THE WHITE PICKET FENCE IS LITERALLY ON THE WATER. AT HIGH TIDE, WATER SPLASHES UP OVER THAT FENCE - THAT’S HOW CLOSE YOU ARE. IT’S WONDERFUL!THE FRONT, MAIN ROOM HAS MANY WINDOWS THAT OPEN TO INVITE THE TRADE WINDS IN, WHICH ARE DELIGHTFUL.STEVEN JACOBS, OUR HOST, WAS EXCEPTIONALLY RESPONSIVE AND HELPFUL. ONE LAST THING: WE HAD A PRIVATE CHEF HANDLE THREE DINNERS AND SHE WAS FABULOUS: ALINE STEINER,, . I highly recommend it.
Harry H.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for the comments, and in particular, your note about the codes - we will correct that immediately. The property is on the Historic Register which may scare some people, but thank you for recognizing and appreciating the condition because the owners and our team have put much effort into the restoration of the home and grounds. Glad to hear you enjoyed and appreciate the 5 stars!
The property was amazing. The home had massive windows to enjoy the ocean views and the breezes along with great ameneties like ceiling fans and fully equipped kitchen. The location was perfect as well as the family could snorkle just off the deck and also go for hike close by. The management team was extremely responsive and flexible.
Anna K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rand C.
15 Nov 2023
Lanikai Beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Terrific home, wonderful location, great property management
Rand C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you your review and glad to hear you enjoyed your stay in Lanikai. We appreciate the business and hope to have you back soon.
This beautiful home went above and beyond. We were all blown away with this home. There were 14 of us, 4 different families and with the layout of the main house and the boat and cottage house, it could not have worked out any better. Checkin was a breeze---and any immediate questions we had were answered right away. The kitchen was better stocked than my own and so much fun to work in. It was also nice to have so many beach toys and items available. If we are ever lucky enough to get back, this rental would be at the top of our list.
The house and property were amazing!
They pay great attention to detail.
The property is set up ( Main House, Boat House and Cottage) our family's could have their own space
They offer many extras from life jackets to boogie boards
to beach towels. We had a perfect family vacation!
We would definitely recommend
Darcie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn R.
15 Nov 2023
awesome lani kai
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
awesome
Carolyn R.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review - Lanikai is a special place so we can't agree with you more! Let us know when we may assist you again with your future travel.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca R.
11 Mar 2026
Walker's Lanikai Beach House
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Best house we've ever stayed in! It is beautiful and charming, very well stocked, clean, comfortable, and well taken care of. There was plenty of room for the 7 of us. We used 3 bedrooms in the main house and 1 bedroom in the guest house. Loved the many outside showers with entrance right into bathrooms, so helpful with keeping sand out of the house. Public access to the beach is one house away. The 2 washers and 2 dryers in the garage were very helpful, with plenty of laundry detergent and dryer sheets.There was a lovely welcome basket when we checked in. The house manual binder was very helpful with info about the house and things to do and local restaurants and stores, etc. Communication with Private Homes Hawaii was very friendly and efficient. They made everything very easy for us and always responded quickly. We will be back!
Rebecca R.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2026
Thank you for your review and for being so detailed - very helpful in our communications to the owner. We look forward to your return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
19 May 2025
Perfect Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Walker House was the perfect place to bring our growing family. We had ages 8 months to 81 years old in our group and it served us all well. The views are incredible and 100 year old house is a great blend of traditional Hawaiian with updated amenities. Everything worked as expected and promised.
Robert B.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Glad to hear and appreciate your business. Thanks for leaving a great review.
Property is beautiful and perfect. A lot of space and everything a family needs for a vacation house. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook as much as we wanted, there were plenty of beach chairs, toys, and coolers --- truly everything you need! And the house was so comfortable and spacious! LOVED IT!
Mark S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
carla c.
15 Jan 2025
Great location, Great house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Walker House was perfect for our group of 11 although all beds regardless of size are advertised double occupancy. Not ideal for adult kids that don't want to share a double bed.The house is beautiful, well appointed, updated and great location.
carla c.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2025
Thank you and glad you enjoyed the Walker House. Will be sure to double check our wording on the listing to make sure future guests understand the bed configuration.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth A.
17 Jan 2023
Wonderful family vacation in a great house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stayed a week at Walker's Lanikai beach with my family. It was wonderful. You feel like you are on the beach from inside the house and outside area is great. Beautiful setting and plenty of room for multi-generation family trip.
Elizabeth A.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you for you nice review and glad you enjoyed. Hope to have you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
29 Nov 2020
Lanikai Beach House
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family thoroughly enjoyed this home. It provided us with terrific common areas to enjoy together with all the privacy we needed to sleep well. Steven was a gracious host and provided us with all that we could need. It was a fantastic visit.
Jim S.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you Jim. It was a pleasure having your family with us. Glad you found some respite for this crazy time! Come back and see us again soon. Steven & Jeremy.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sara D.
5 Oct 2023
Wonderful!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved everything about this house and location! Sea turtles in the backyard was a highlight! The house has such character and a view that can’t be beat.
Sara D.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you kindly for your review. Based on your description and the "5" ratings, we will assume that you did not mean "no" in recommending to others? We appreciate the review and hope to have you back soon!
This property is even better than the pictures show.
The location is excellent and the home is very well provisioned with all the necessary items and then some.
The live orchids were a special touch enjoyed by many of us.
The separate spaces worked well for our family of 9, including two infant grandchildren.
The rental agent and property manager were very helpful and communicative.
We had no issues during our rental.
Jim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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