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Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e

Vacation home near Hanalei Bay in Hanalei

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Smart TV, books, music library, stereo
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4128 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Place, Wainiha Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lumahai Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Kepuhi Point Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Hanalei

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wainiha Beach Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Lumahai Beach with a stay here. Kepuhi Point Beach and Makua Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Wainiha Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lumahai Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kepuhi Point Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 21 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e

Staying at the Guest House at River Estate feels like stepping into your own private piece of old Hawaii—peaceful, lush, and untouched. The moment you arrive, you're embraced by the surrounding gardens, the gentle sound of the river just outside, and the unmistakable feeling of being far away from the world.

Inside, the home feels curated for deep rest and ease: soft lighting, rich wood finishes, and high-end yet unpretentious furnishings that feel more like a welcoming home than a rental. Guests often say it’s the details that make it special—the plush linens, the cool slate floors after a warm beach day, the flicker of candlelight on the lanai, the scent of plumeria floating through the screens. The air conditioning is quiet and effective, but many prefer to open the windows and let the tradewinds drift through. Whether you're enjoying a glass of wine by the river at dusk or waking to birdsong with coffee in hand, every moment feels designed to help you slow down, breathe deeper, and reconnect—with nature, loved ones, or yourself.

This prime part of the island remains completely untouched, where life still moves at the unhurried pace of Hawaii as it used to be. You will be staying in a pristine natural environment in complete privacy and seclusion. It will be like your own private paradise where you are surrounded by exceptional beauty and peace.

The house feels very secluded and private yet when you leave on your daily adventures you’ll have quick and easy access to everything from the town of Hanalei to Ke’e beach which is the prime area that Kauai is world famous for.

When you return you'll enter your own private world where everything else will disappear and you can disconnect to reconnect with what is truly important to you in a natural healing environment. The spiritual energy is palpable.

There is also a secluded beach 2 blocks downriver that's empty most of the time that you can easily paddle to from the property. It's a wonderful adventure to enjoy during your stay.

Check out the video of paddling to the beach and back from the property here - https://youtu.be/xJjcMznMNSI

You will be provided with lots of local information when you book to help you save time and money and then be provided with complimentary concierge services until you check out.

Your Accommodations:
Split System Air Conditioning Throughout
Two Bedrooms and Two Well Appointed Bathrooms 

Large Master Suite with a Roku TV and Full Bathroom
Bathroom 2 has a Porcelain Sink and Custom Tile Shower
Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Countertops
Washer and Dryer with Laundry Soap
Ceiling Fans in the Bedrooms and Living Room
Roku TV, High Speed Internet, Books and Games and Wifi Speaker
Liquid Soaps, Shampoo, Rinse, Kauai Coffee, Kauai Cookies or Anahola Granola
Custom Balinese Teak Furniture and Local and Balinese Art
Quality Mattresses, Bedding and Towels

Solid Cherry Hardwood Floors in Living Areas
Chinese Slate Floors in Kitchen and Bathrooms
Dimmable Under and Over Kitchen Cabinet Lighting
Riverside dining on the Main Lanai with BBQ
Beach Chairs and Towels, Boogie Boards, Beach Umbrella, Cooler
Covered Parking

Keywords: Hanalei, Kauai, North Shore, Guesthouse, House, 2 bedroom, Sleeps 4, Riverfront, Waterfront, Secluded, Private, Romantic, Family, Beach, Paddle, Garden, Nature, Retreat, Cottage, Peaceful, Cozy, Air-conditioned, Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, WiFi, Parking, Quiet, Instant Booking.

*TVR Registration #TVNC 5132 *
*State Tax ID 052-031-4880-01*
*This property is located in a Tsunami Evacuation Area*
*Evacuation procedures provided in the house with a map*

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (38 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: no smoking zone here...

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,375 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The home is rented to the people who are listed on the booking. Entertaining non guests is prohibited. No overnight guests other than those listed.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking zone here...

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number W30347586-02, 580060580000

Frequently asked questions

How close is Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.3 mi (69-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Wainiha Beach Park and 12.2 mi (38-min drive) from Anini Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e to downtown Hanalei?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Wainiha.

Paddle to the Beach from a Secluded Riverfront Eden-A/C-Central to Hanalei&Ke'e Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, magical location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful. It is clean and well maintained. It is very peaceful. For those who like to cook, the kitchen was well equipped, better than most time shares and rentals. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication with the owner. Perhaps the best location we stayed in Hawaii. The house is in a beautiful spot; the river is ideal just as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Phenomenal beauty on the North Shore and close to the most beautiful beaches on Kauai. Host was super responsive and helpful. Everything we needed was there for us. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the fact that this home was very clean and loved being by the river. Hope to be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a magical stay. Wish I could wake up to the river every morning!
Night heron visits daily.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake V.

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

First time to Hawaii

Great place to stay - will definitely try to visit again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark was a great host. Always available and cheerful. The house was special. Tucked away in a well groomed, tropical enclave right next to a running beautiful small river. The place is immaculate. I can't speak highly enough of this. You have to be patient to get there because you're going on one way roads at times. but it was well worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ismael O.

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

This is a beautiful and private piece of property.

I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Amazing location, beautiful home, great host!

Mark’s guest house is a beautiful, well cared for home in an amazing location off the beaten path. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huette M.

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

Rest and Relax

Perfect stay. Stunning garden views and quiet.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolf M.

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

Great vacation

Perfect place to relax
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It is in a rural area and we enjoyed all the tropical sounds of birds, rain, chickens (yes, dogs but that didn't bother us) and of course the lovely little river behind the house. The property was very clean, well stocked with soft linens and comfortable beds. The owner Mark was just terrific, very responsive and helpful! Looking forward to a return visit :-).
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the stay was incredible, from before check-in to after check-out. Mark, the host, shared a wealth of knowledge and was quick to respond to any questions. While we did not use the service, he offered tons of help and coordination around activities/things to do and shared a list of recommendations from restaurants to activities to history. The house was even more spectacular in person than the pictures and waking up to the serenity of the house really put a cherry on top of the cake. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jahanara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Enjoyed stay but listing price was not accurate

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

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

Perfect relaxing get away

The house was in a beautiful location. It had every amenity we needed and was quite comfortable. We will definitely want to come back to this one!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! It's an authentic Hawaiian-style home tucked away intona lush garden with amazing varieties of ginger. The property sits right along the river, and you can paddleboard, we kayaked, straight out to a sandbar and a quiet beach that made for the perfect picnic spot.The two-bedroom house was spacious, clean, and nicely-decorated. We made great use of the washer and dryer, and the open kitchen/dining/living area made it easy to spread out and relax. The wraparound lanai gave us beautiful views of the gardens and river. Covered parking was a plus, with plenty of room for kayaks, paddle boards, bikes - whatever you bring, buy, or rent!Mark was fantasic - always available, generous with beach gear, and full of genuinely helpful information that made our trip even better. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Great to place

A very special place in a very special location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared N.

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

Wonderful and Private!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property! Mark was an excellent host arranging kayaks and setting up a reservation for us for dinner. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

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

Being next to the river provided great sound and view. Enjoyed the fruit from trees that Mark gave u

Great experience
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Complete magic

The River Estate couldn’t have been a more wonderful Experience. It was a beautiful comfortable gracious place to stay while in Hanalei.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

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

Clean, peaceful and beautiful!

This was such a unique property in a cool location. Just minutes from Hanalei, this secluded property was super clean, stocked with everything we needed, and Mark was very helpful! I wish we could have stayed longer! We will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

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

Blissful

We had a blissful stay here - a lovely house in a beautiful setting, sparkling clean and well-appointed. Very quiet - we loved listening to the river and the birds. Comfortable beds, great bathrooms. Short drive to great beaches and wonderful food and shopping. We'd love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

An extraordinary stay in the most beautiful place

Our family had an all-time great experience staying in Mark’s house. The property is gorgeous, the house is perfect, and you couldn’t ask for a better location. Mark is the consummate host, making wonderful suggestions and arranging bike rentals and boat tours. We had an amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Fantastic stay

My husband and I stayed with two friends for a week at the property. The place was immaculate! Nicely appointed, comfy beds, huge lanai, everything we needed. The location was exactly what we were looking for - a little off the beaten track (but easy to get to Hanalei), very close to a sparsely populated beach, and next to a creek for some nice birdwatching.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022