TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena

See all properties

Entire home

Living Room, as seen from house entrance.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Haena, HI

Makua Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Hanalei Bay
‪14 min drive‬
Princeville Golf Club Prince Course
‪26 min drive‬
Princeville, HI (HPV)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

On Kauai's North Shore located in Ha'ena. As with all properties from Hanalei to the end of the road at Ke'e Beach, this property is in a tsunami evacuation zone This all redwood home designed by world class yacht racer and sailing enthusiast, Peggy Slater, is a non smoking. pet free home. It reflects the builders' passion for the sea and all things Hawaiian. It is a vintage, unique dwelling featuring vaulted ceilings throughout, it surrounds you with both nautical and Hawaiian themes to enhance your sense of a tropical paradise experience. If you are searching for a modern, cookie cutter "off the shelf" type experience, this may not be the best choice for you. There are many other places on the northshore that might be a better fit for you.

The Mermaid House is located on a quiet side road just a seven minute walk to famous snorkeling destination, Tunnels Beach. In the living room, banks of sliding windows open in multiple combinations to take advantage of the trade winds and tropical breezes. A short 90 second walk brings you to the beach at Naue Point and as you turn to the west you view spectacular Makana (Bali Hai) and the Na'Pali coast.

One and a half miles further finds you at Ha'ena State Park and renouned Ke'e Beach renowned for it's spectacular sunsets. This is the end of the road on the north shore Retrace your way across seven one lane bridges to quaint Hanalei town and a gourmet meal, shave ice, or a glimpse of local color at a Farmers' Market featuring tropical fruits and flowers of all descriptions.
Please be advised that as of the reopening of Hwy 560 on June 17, 2019, visitors to Ha'ena State Park, Ke'e Beach and the Kalalau Trail must obtain reservations starting 30 days in advance. Go to : gohaena.com for more detail about reservations, entry and the shuttle service.
The Mermaid House is completely owner operated. It has a Kaua'i County vacation rental certificate: TVNC # 1162 NOTE: the base rate is based on 2 guests. additional guests are charged $12.50 per person per night. Large parties for extended bookings will incurr an additional cleaning deposit which will be refunded if the outclean charges do not exceed the base $220 cleaning fee.

Keywords: beach house

Additional Guest Fee: $12.50 - Per guest per night - For each guest after 2

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

Hanalei Vista - from garden looking towards house

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

Property Registration Number TA-060-300-6976-01, 580090220000, GE-060-300-6976-01

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. Limahuli Garden and Reserve and Island Sails are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

View more Holiday homes in Hanalei

Haena, HI

What's nearby

Makua Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Ke'e Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
Hanalei Bay - 14 min drive - 7.1 km
Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 26 min drive - 15.2 km
Hideaways Beach - 27 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

Lihue, HI (LIH) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬18 min drive
‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
‪Tahiti Nui - ‬17 min drive
‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kepuhi Point Beach and Makua Beach. Wainiha Beach Park and Haena Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

25 March 2025

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

Hidden Gem

Having never been to Kauai (or Hawaii at all) we happened upon this hidden gem. Jane, the owner, was lovely to interact with before and after booking. This home is perfect for a family. It is exactly as described. We visited in March and with the easterly winds, AC was unnecessary. We realized after arriving how lucky we were to be so far north. The beaches were virtually empty all times of day. I watched the sunrise on the beach without another soul. Sunset was shared with 7 total people on the whole beach as far as I could see. It's one of the most private-feeling public beaches I've ever been to. The home isn't too far from good coffee shops, shopping and shaved ice in Hanelei if that's your scene. The daybeds in the living room are larger than they appear in the pictures. One bathroom is off of the main living space and the other is a jack-and-jill between one of the king bedrooms and the full size bed. We chose to keep the door locked to the full size bedroom for privacy. The other king size bedroom is very specacious but is open along the ceiling to the main living area, and is therefore slighly less private. You can't beat this for a larger family vacation. We had 3 adults, 1 pre teen and 2 adolescents. Could easy have been 2 couples the kids and would have been very comfortable. Laundry machine was clean, kitchen was spacious and well equipped. We will absolutely stay here again when we return to Kauai. Thank you Jane!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

20 March 2025

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

Perfect!!!

This home is in a beautiful place. It is just steps away from a secluded beach that we mostly had to ourselves. The house is a very authentic beach house with original wood features throughout. Very well done. We will be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

3 February 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary F.

7 January 2025

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

Beautiful spot!

We loved the location of this house, and its rustic/authentic Hawaiian feel. It is perfect for a family group, away from the crowds and touristy areas, and close to quiet beaches. The house has a spacious, open living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and plenty of sleeping areas. My only disappointment was prior to our stay: we had researched well, and settled on this property based on its description and the price that VRBO quoted us for the selected dates. Apparently, however,VRBO did not update the site to reflect "prices over the Holidays period" , so we received an unexpected extra cost request after we had already made our decision to stay here. At that point, it was too late to change, so we agreed to pay the extra. We were not at all disappointed with our stay at the Mermaid House, but wish that VRBO had been clearer with its original quote.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

21 November 2024

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

character & charm

The mermaid house was just as advertised, we loved our comfortable stay there, we were just sad that wave height was too high for snorkeling at tunnels while we were there.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert W.

12 November 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John R.

3 September 2024

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

Wonderful place.

Lovely house in a nice setting. We were reluctant to leave. Would like to come back. Thank you. Thank

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie M.

31 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retro-tropics feel and character

We found the Mermaid House to be full of character, unique furnishings and art, and a sense of what visiting the tropics must have once been like before condo-world. Happily, it has modern appliances, plenty of hot water, etc. My husband and I stayed for a week in August. At first, we were dismayed by the heat & humidity. We knew there was no AC, but weren't prepared for the mid-day heat. Ceiling fans move the air around, but the floor fan helped more. Breezes were erratic, so privacy was sacrificed, as keeping the window blinds open was imperative to catch whatever air came through. That was a good thing, as several of the blinds don't work. Luckily, the house is mostly surrounded by hedges, so that wasn't a big problem for us. We ended up very glad we stayed there. A few minor tweaks would make a great place even better: A new lockbox by the door - the current one is pretty old, and the cover fell off a few times. Some new window blinds. Better directions to the house and to Tunnels Beach - the street sign is hidden by foliage, and we had to ask around to find the way to Tunnels. All in all, we're very happy to have had the Mermaid House experience. It felt "real," and adding AC would somehow lessen its island atmosphere. We enjoyed the many interesting books and appreciated the snorkeling equipment.We even loved the chickens! Mahalo to Jane for keeping this rare place intact.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

5 August 2024

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

North Shore Gem

We have been coming to Kauai for a decade with the family and to be walking distance to the amazing beaches of the north shore was outstanding. A great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J.

20 July 2024

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

Special spot

We loved our short stay at the charming Mermaid house. The house was an ample size for our family of five and it was a short walk to a beautiful beach nestled in a divine location. It was the cherry on top of our wonderful Kauai vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 July 2024

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

Heaven

This a a beautiful house on a quiet street next to an amazing beach in the best part of Kauai. Just perfect. The house is full of Hawaiian charm, comfortable bed, great kitchen with everything you need and lots of places to lie around reading. The lovely beach is a short 1 minute walk down an access path and just another 5 minute walk on the sand to tunnels beach. Jane was a perfect host and the home was presented spotlessly clean. Just the best week in heaven.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

27 April 2024

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

Wonderful week at Mermaid House

We really liked the setup of the Mermaid House. Very comfortable, wanting for nothing. Having three bedrooms was nice. Beach chairs and towels were especially nice. Maybe the quietest Bosch dishwasher ever.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George G.

11 March 2024

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

Lovely beach side house

The Mermaid House was perfect for our group. We appreciated the older and unique styling of the house. Also, it had a fully applianced equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. The location is great - very private and a short walk down an inviting path to a beautiful beach.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess M., West Linn

7 March 2024

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

Mermaid HouseMH

MH was such an experience! The house itself is unique. Lots of treasures to notice gathered over the years, I presume. The beach is just a couple of minutes to walk to and explore for shells. The historic town of Hanelei is a short distance away. Besides shopping and eating there are 2 markets to enjoy. Jane, answered all our questions VERY quickly. A joy to be here and experience MH. J & J

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

9 January 2024

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

Great house close to beaches

Great house, nice beaches close by. Great communication with owner. Only downside, was it was a little farther than most of our activities. I knew this going in. Wanted to be closer to Tunnels and Kee beaches, but waves didn’t cooperate for snorkeling. Would stay here again even though it’s a little farther from activities.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

5 January 2024

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

A Special Gem!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Mermaid House! This was a trip that I have been wanting to do with my family for years. It was the perfect location, we walked to the beach every day and saw both Sea Turtles and Seals! Thank you, Jane for sharing your special home. We are already talking about when we can come back and stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Topher T.

6 November 2023

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

Beautiful place in a great location

We had no issues at all. Its a beautiful house and set in a great location. Theres a small flight of steps to get inside and very spacious interior.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

15 August 2023

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

Just as expected

Great stay. We love the area, and this place provides a great opportunity for us to experience haena. We will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary K.

1 July 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

North shore experience

The beaches in the area are beautiful. We have stayed in Kauai several times in the past. We very much wanted to stay in Hanalei and this property was misrepresented as in Hanalai until we received the final information which in light of driving times, etc., Haena is a ways away. I understand the enthusiasm in the reviews about the location We very much enjoyed ourselves, but the place is rustic and I think people need to understand that. It’s also in need of a deep cleaning. The sills, the floors, the grout, etc. We had the opportunity to renew our wedding vows together as couples on the beach next to where we were staying. That was a wonderful blessing, and we so appreciated that.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika S.

16 June 2023

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

Magical

This is an absolutely magical place in paradise! The house is beautifully furnished, comfortable but not fussy, and very well equipped. The location could not be better ~ a lovely beach is literally across the street down a small path and Tunnels, the best snorkeling beach around, is a short walk. The mountains are spectacular and the beauty is everywhere. Jane was a wonderful hostess. We hope to return to this little piece of heaven.

Stayed 15 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl D., Willits, CA

21 May 2023

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

Comfortable Hawaiian Home In A Quiet Neighborhood

My sister and I stayed at the Mermaid House for four nights. The home is located in a quiet beach house neighborhood. Neighboring homes are close by, but the vegetation surrounding the house provides ample privacy. We found the home and grounds tidy and clean and supplied with everything you need for cooking and dining at home and going to the beach. You can walk to the beach in about 1-2 minutes! And, Tunnels Beach is just down the road! We are looking forward to staying at Mermaid House again and again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

18 May 2023

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

Magical!

Everything was just as promised. A wonderful place to stay in a truly delightful setting. Quick walk to a secluded beach, lovely home to relax in afterwards— we were only 2, but plenty of room for more! Kitchen was extremely well stocked and a pleasure to use. Host was very responsive. Looking forward to a return trip!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Corona

21 March 2023

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

Pristine Location, incredible Hawaiian home

Such a wonderful place to stay, proximity of the ocean is literally steps away, house is perfectly laid out, comfortable and has anything you could ask for. We enjoyed everything this property had to offer including contact with the Owner. Such a delightful place, why would you want to stay in a condo when you have this incredible Hawaiian home? We are a little picky when it comes to places to stay and we had absolutely no complaints... a dream! I can't stress enough how perfect the location was. We will be back... again and again and again!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

20 March 2023

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

Jane’s Mermaid House

The perfect getaway for our party of 8. We loved everything about the Mermaid House- comfortable and clean with lots of space for the 4 children , sleeping to the sound of the ocean, the short walk to a beautiful beach with the stunning sunrises & sunsets. The cottage itself is charming with something interesting everywhere you look. It is obvious that Jane has taken great care and love to preserve the history of her special home. Jane was approachable , easy to communicate with and answered my questions quickly . The Mermaid House is a peaceful and restorative haven and we will definitely be back. Thank you Jane. With Aloha, the Reid and Demers family

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Your host

Languages:

English

Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

houses Stewart Island

beach rentals in Snells Beach

TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena

Photo gallery for TVNC #1162 Steps Away from Pristine Beach with Na'Pali Coast Views in Ha'ena

Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property