The Gingerbread House sleeps 10 & Kahala Beach is just across the street
About this house rental
The Historic Gingerbread House is a secure and gated residence directly across the street from Kahala beach. The neighborhood is between Diamond Head, the Kahala Hotel and the Waialae Country Club where the world renowned Sony Open is held. Our professional kitchen boasts top of the line appliances, television, separate ice maker, bar seating and is perfect for family cooking. The formal dining room is just off the kitchen and seats eight. Cathedral ceilings in the living room provide a feeling of space with a wide expanse of french doors that open into the private backyard with salt water pool, jacuzzi, two outdoor dining tables, BBQ, poolside cabana, lounges and pool seating. All rooms are air-conditioned with individual climate controls and all four bedrooms have their own televisions. The upstairs master suite has a queen-size bed, private bath with views of Diamond Head and a large walk in closet. The Garden Suite is on the ground floor with french doors that open to the backyard and hosts it's own private entries, separate bath, queen bed and a queen sofa bed. Another queen size bedroom has its own outdoor lanai that looks into the backyard and another bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a king size bed. We're far enough from the crowded beaches of Waikiki to welcome serenity, yet Waikiki and many other island attractions are only minutes away. Upon your arrival you'll find a selection of island fruits, treats, beverages and several bottles of wine for your enjoyment. A perfect family vacation is yours at The Historic Gingerbread House and we look forward to welcoming you with our own brand of Hawaiian hospitality. The 'Gingerbread House' is on the National Register of Historic Places and was designed by J. Alvin Shadinger. It is a Tudor-French Norman cottage completed in 1931 during the times he was designing similar cottages in the Diamond Head area and was Mr. Shadinger's personal home for many years. The house has been a location for several movies and television series. It has recently been remodeled and is located just across the street from Kahala Beach. The beautifully landscaped back yard gives you complete privacy and features a salt water pool, black tiled spa, covered lanai and a separate gazebo to make this a great home away from home in Hawaii. Outdoor BBQ, two outdoor dining tables and a variety of seating for lounging in the sun or out of the sun. in the roofed Lanai or Gazebo. Just minutes away from Kahala Mall, Hanauma Bay, Ala Moana Shopping Center, and fine dining. Complimentary wireless internet service. Deposit is required upon acceptance of reservation with remainder paid 60 days prior to arrival, along with a refundable $3,000 security deposit. Reservations made less than 60 days before arrival will require a shorter payment schedule, which will be detailed in your reservation agreement. To be in compliance with local zoning laws, no more than one rental per 30 days.. Rates subject to change at any time. Hawaii General Excise Tax ID GE-019-756-4416-01 Hawaii Transient Accommodation Tax ID TA-019-756-4416-01 Keywords: Historic, pool, jacuzzi, king bed, beach, South Oahu
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
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Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(45 Reviews)
5.0
We were fortunate to spend several weeks at this beautiful property. Booking, check-in and communication was very easy. The property was beauriful, well maintained and exactly as described. Thanks to Veronica and Sandy for making it such a great trip for us.
5.0
Grilled every meal in the back yard by the pool we used constantly. GreT location.
5.0
We loved our stay at the gingerbread house. The backyard was absolutely amazing and the kids loved the pool. The house has plenty of space and bedrooms for everyone. We would love to stay here again.
10.0
We loved our stay at the gingerbread house. The backyard was absolutely amazing and the kids loved the pool. The house has plenty of space and bedrooms for everyone. We would love to stay here again.
5.0
A unique historical house located just across from the beach in Kahala. Easy driving to restaurants, beaches, Diamond Head, and Waikiki. It is easy to get to the other sides of Oahu from this location. The pool and the lanai was perfect for those days where you just wanted to lounge around. Sandy the house manager is wonderful and very responsive to text and calls. The house was a perfect size for my Hawaii 50 birthday with family and friends. We can’t wait to come back.
10.0
A unique historical house located just across from the beach in Kahala. Easy driving to restaurants, beaches, Diamond Head, and Waikiki. It is easy to get to the other sides of Oahu from this location. The pool and the lanai was perfect for those days where you just wanted to lounge around. Sandy the house manager is wonderful and very responsive to text and calls. The house was a perfect size for my Hawaii 50 birthday with family and friends. We can’t wait to come back.
5.0
Everything about this property was great for our family. Plenty of room inside and out. The outdoor lanai and pool area was a great oasis when the beach wasn't on the agenda. Super special time with family. Would certainly recommend and stay here again!
5.0
Wonderful historic Kahala family reunion
Everything about this property was great for our family. Plenty of room inside and out. The outdoor lanai and pool area was a great oasis when the beach wasn't on the agenda. Super special time with family. Would certainly recommend and stay here again!
5.0
Thanksgiving in Hawaii
This lovely, vintage house worked perfectly for our extended family. Everyone’s personal space plus an abundance of inside and outside spaces for entertaining. Thank you for preserving this gem.
5.0
Very nice stay
We had a great time at The Gingerbread House. The backyard is beautiful and the location across from the beach was very convenient. The pool fence was super helpful for my small kids (1 & 3). Sandy was very attentive and we enjoyed our stay.
4.0
Beautiful Backyard
We enjoyed our stay! The only complaint was all the stairs which was never mentioned in the description or seen in the pictures. If we had known that I would not have booked this house because my 91-year-old grandma was with us. Other than that, it was a nice house in a excellent location. The host Is sweet as pie! The next-door neighbors are complainers so be sure to follow the quiet hours. We felt like we basically couldn’t go outside until 9 AM unless we planned to not talk.
5.0
We loved the uniqueness of the property. Great location across from white sandy private beach. Amazing back yard and pool and jacuzzi
Spacious and great kitchen with all the amenities
Thank you Veronica and Sandy
5.0
We loved the Ginger Bread House
We loved the uniqueness of the property. Great location across from white sandy private beach. Amazing back yard and pool and jacuzzi
Spacious and great kitchen with all the amenities
Thank you Veronica and Sandy
5.0
An amazingly beautiful classic!
Warm hospitality and mesmerizing beauty (not fully captured in photographs) await you at the Gingerbread House! The house is well equipped to handle anything you may need for your next family vacation. Our two children (2 and 4 yrs) immediately felt at home and thoroughly enjoyed the pool and spa (with the heat off of course)! Conveniently nestled in a beautiful neighborhood near Waikiki (several dinners spent as a couple and with the kids), Diamondhead, Kahala Mall (daily gelato, Whole Foods, Starbucks) and the Kahala Resort (Dolphins, breakfast at Plumeria Beach House, and dinner at Hoku’s). A great deal of time was spent swimming in the salt water pool, eating mangos as they fell from the tree, and grilling on the Lanai. It truly felt as if we were living in a Hollywood film. Can’t wait to book it again next year!
5.0
Excellent fit for our stay. Three generations enjoyed the Gingerbread House. There were 6 adults, 1 teen and 2 youths - bedrooms and baths to keep everyone happy.
We enjoyed the salt water pool and hot tub. The property had a well equipped kitchen, linen and pool gear.
Highly recommend this conveniently located property.
5.0
Well equipped property with gracious host
Excellent fit for our stay. Three generations enjoyed the Gingerbread House. There were 6 adults, 1 teen and 2 youths - bedrooms and baths to keep everyone happy.
We enjoyed the salt water pool and hot tub. The property had a well equipped kitchen, linen and pool gear.
Highly recommend this conveniently located property.
5.0
Amazing stay at the Gingerbread House!
We just came back from a week's stay at the house and it was simply perfect! The house has everything you need and it is exquisitely charming. The back yard, is the shining star. You could live in the back yard and never leave. Just an awesome time! Thank you Veronica and Sandy!
5.0
The Gingerbread House
The Gingerbread House was outstanding
5.0
We had a fantastic family holiday at the Gingerbread House. Sandy was there to check us in and she was so nice and the house had everything you could want. The kitchen was well-stocked with appliances, utensils, and crockery, there was ample linen and the beds were super comfortable, the pool and hot tub were amazing, there was so much space inside and out for the 8 of us and the location was perfect. We didn't bother with a car-we just ubered/taxied everywhere.
Thank you Veronica and Sandy for making this much-anticipated birthday trip as wonderful as I had hoped for. We didn't want to leave.
5.0
We had a fantastic family holiday at the Gingerbread House. Sandy was there to check us in and she was so nice and the house had everything you could want. The kitchen was well-stocked with appliances, utensils, and crockery, there was ample linen and the beds were super comfortable, the pool and hot tub were amazing, there was so much space inside and out for the 8 of us and the location was perfect. We didn't bother with a car-we just ubered/taxied everywhere. Thank you Veronica and Sandy for making this much-anticipated birthday trip as wonderful as I had hoped for. We didn't want to leave.
5.0
The best time!
We had a fantastic family holiday at the Gingerbread House. Sandy was there to check us in and she was so nice and the house had everything you could want. The kitchen was well-stocked with appliances, utensils, and crockery, there was ample linen and the beds were super comfortable, the pool and hot tub were amazing, there was so much space inside and out for the 8 of us and the location was perfect. We didn't bother with a car-we just ubered/taxied everywhere.
Thank you Veronica and Sandy for making this much-anticipated birthday trip as wonderful as I had hoped for. We didn't want to leave.
5.0
Perfect for families
Our families were all together for the week of my wedding and it was just a lovely house to stay in the entire time we were in Oahu.
The house has all the essentials you would need and it has a nice, tranquil vibe in the neighborhood. It's not too far from Waikiki and the closest mall and grocery store is just 5 minutes away. The beach is across the street down a path -- a frequent spot that my family visited every morning during our week there.
Sandy, the property manager, was a pleasant and wonderful to have around when we needed her! We had some issues with the hot tub and she had someone come by to fix it the next day.
I highly recommend staying here if you want a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the city. My families are already talking about renting the Gingerbread House again for upcoming wedding anniversaries!
5.0
Our family had an amazing week at the Gingerbread House!
It exceeded expectations with a beautiful pool, hot tub and outdoor living area to grill and dine; beautifully stocked kitchen (we ended up eating in much more than I expected), and lots of private areas for our two children who had babies with them. Plenty of amenities including pool toys and towels. Sandy, the manager, was very accommodating and helpful. I’ve been to Hawaii three times and this was by far the best way to go!
5.0
Perfect location and fabulous tropical backyard oasis that accommodates multi-generational family
Our family was celebrating my California daughter's graduation from University of Hawaii. Veronica and Sandy were wonderful, the house is unique, and the backyard is spectacular (complete with a Koi/lily fountain and a very giving Mango tree)! We BBQ'd, walked the beach to the Kahala Hotel to watch the dolphin and walked to Waikiki while shaded by Diamond Head! I speak for the 8 of us who had the pleasure of enjoying this historic property, "We will be back!" This was one of our best family vacations.
Mahalo Gingerbread House Crew
5.0
Fabulous Home in Beautiful location
Spent eight nights in this exquisite historic home in Kahala
Fabulous location and set up for a large family group of various ages
Great outdoor area, swimming pool and close proximity to all attractions
Veronica and Sandy the Manager were absolutely fabulous responding to all of our needs
Would thoroughly recommend !!
5.0
This was our second stay at the Gingerbread and the only thing not to like is the fact that we had to eventually leave. The house is nice and has all the amenities you need but you could almost forget that because we spent most of our time in the spectacular garden. We never had a meal indoors - we enjoyed breakfast lunch and dinner outdoors on one of the two spacious outdoor tables. The neighborhood is quiet with everything you need - Whole Foods or the regular Times Supermarket just a short drive away. And of course the Pacific Ocean is across the street for morning and afternoon strolls. Thanks to Sandy for taking such good care of her guests. See you again soon!
5.0
A little piece of Paradise
This was our second stay at the Gingerbread and the only thing not to like is the fact that we had to eventually leave. The house is nice and has all the amenities you need but you could almost forget that because we spent most of our time in the spectacular garden. We never had a meal indoors - we enjoyed breakfast lunch and dinner outdoors on one of the two spacious outdoor tables. The neighborhood is quiet with everything you need - Whole Foods or the regular Times Supermarket just a short drive away. And of course the Pacific Ocean is across the street for morning and afternoon strolls. Thanks to Sandy for taking such good care of her guests. See you again soon!
2.0
Gingerbread House, Kahala: A Mixed Experience
We had a very mixed experience during our stay at The Gingerbread House. We have family in Honolulu and are regular visitors to the islands. We have admired this house for many years and looked forward to our gathering our family there. Although it is an attractive property, very well located on Kahala Avenue across from the beach access, we found the owner very difficult and confrontational. Upon arrival, she presented us with "House Rules" that contradicted the lease. She insisted we sign a second contract of "House Rules" and followed up with some very aggressively worded emails which was a very unpleasant start to our family holiday. The house itself is of historic significance, and as such, the French Norman/Tudor architecture makes the interior quite dark. The kitchen and dining room are not open to the living space, so this house does not lend itself to informal living. I would also add that some of the bedrooms are quite noisy if the air conditioning is not running. The highlight of this property was the outdoor space- the spacious lanai, the pool, and nicely landscaped garden are lovely for relaxation and family gatherings. I would advise future visitors to review the lease and discuss the house rules in advance to avoid having to deal with the antagonistic behaviour of the owner.
5.0
gorgeous house in a gorgeous location
This is a true gem of a house in the best neighborhood in Oahu... we have 9 people from a big family joining the vacation (including three kids) and everyone had a blast. Lots of time we just hanged around at the pool and jacuzzi since it's so relaxing, with a few very colorful birds and an occasional frog stopping by. The rooms upstairs are of good size and very comfortable, although the basement room is a bit of a squeeze. The kitchen is excellent (did i mention the wine storage area?) and has everything we need to cook (just about all the dinners) during our 8 day stay. The manager (Sandy) was super responsive when I had some questions about the grill.
Thank you Veronica for sharing your great house with us -- we look forward to coming back!
5.0
Absolute perfection
A truly fabulous house and very accommodating owner and manager. We were a group of 7: 3 young children, parents and grandparents. Plenty of room for all of us. The beds were incredibly comfortable - our daughter called it her princess bed. The kitchen was well equipped and suited our needs. Wonderful pool and spa with water toys for the kids.
Can't recommend this house more highly. We'll definitely be back.
5.0
We didn't want to leave!
We rented this home for a family reunion/vacation. The house was very comfortable and the outdoor areas were perfect for relaxing with the family. The neighborhood is excellent. I would suggest visitors rent a car while staying there. We rented one and were able to drive to several beaches on the island and could make several runs to the Safeway for groceries. Also, it was good to be able to drive into Waikiki some evenings for dinner/walking around. While there is a bus stop in front of the house, the limited schedule can impact your planning. Whole Foods is about a 30 min walk from the house. The store has great food but is expensive for basics.
Would highly recommend this property to visitors. We would love to return to this house.
5.0
Perfect Kahala Historic Home for Family Stay!
Our extended family of 10 stayed in this beautifully kept historic home in Kahala, Oahu. Close to all amenities, beach, and town, we felt that it was the perfect location to stay in during our vacation. The owner, Veronica, and property manager, Sandy, welcomed us in grand style with fresh flowers and Hawaiian treats. Sandy was quickly responsive to our inquiries during our stay. Truly a lovely place to create wonderful family vacation memories.
5.0
The Gingerbread House was the perfect house for our family.
My husband and I had kept our family vacation rental a secret. When we arrived at the Gingerbread House, our children and grandchildren were amazed. As we walked in, we were speechless. This was the perfect house for us. Each family had their own space and the common areas gave us a place to come together. Enjoying morning coffee on the patio, watching the many birds, and the view of the mist over the mountains....what a way to start the day! With the beach just a short walk away and the pool and hot tub at the house, we were not without choices. The location was only a short distance from shopping and sightseeing. Sandy was so helpful and available if needed. I could go on and on. In short...this was the perfect house for our family's memories of a lifetime. Thank you Veronica, Sandy, and the Gingerbread House.
5.0
Fantastic property with all of the comforts.
I want to compliment the owner, Veronica Worth, and her property manager, Sandy. It is obvious they both take a lot of pride in providing their clients a very good experience while staying at The Gingerbread House. Both Veronica and Sandy are responsive and behave professionally. It was a pleasure dealing with both of them. This property is in excellent condition and provides all of the comforts of home. The house is well appointed and the kitchen is fully stocked with every item a family needs. The backyard is fantastic, as it has a great pool, nice outdoor furniture, and is meticulously landscaped. The pictures are accurate. The house is on famous Kahala Drive and is close to Kahala Mall, where there is a Whole Foods. It is just minutes from The Kahala Hotel. Great location. My ONLY criticism is the downstairs bedroom and bathroom. That bedroom and bathroom are more like a beach bungalow and are not as nice as the other three bedrooms and bathrooms. It's adequate for a few small children (or teenagers) that don't care about 'nice'. (The other bedrooms and bathrooms are 'nice', as they are fully updated.) I challenge the claim that this house can sleep 10. In my opinion, that's a stretch, as the only way it can sleep 10 is if you put 2 people in every queen (or double bed). There are no twin beds. That being said, the property worked PERFECTLY for my family of 5. We had plenty of room, as every adult child had their own bedroom and bath, and my wife and I had ours. This property is a solid 5 Star property and we look forward to staying there again.
5.0
Lovely home
Our family of five had a wonderful one-week stay at the Gingerbread House. The house is unique in design and well cared for. Everything functioned well and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed. The layout of the rooms was ideal for us. And the pool and garden area were simply fantastic! Veronica and Sandy were very thoughtful and helpful with answering our enquiries. We can highly recommend this property! If anything I would suggest a freshening up of the garden cushions and furniture. We cooked at home most evenings as there aren't many restaurants within walking distance. Otherwise the house is centrally located for venturing out for sight-seeing on either side of the island and away from the hubbub of overrated Waikiki.
5.0
Great property!
We had an amazing time at the Gingerbread House. The house was spacious, well-equipped, well-decorated and clean. The outdoor area was magical--we loved using the covered lanai, pool and especially the garden (we feasted on the mangos!). The property location was terrific. Many thanks to Veronica and Sandy for a spectacular experience from beginning to end!
5.0
Fantastic Place!
We had such an amazing experience at the Gingerbread House. It truly is spectacular, and the pictures do not do the property justice. Our family of 6 adults and 1 child, made many memories at the house, in particular the incredible backyard, which included a completely covered lanai with seating area, eating area and bbq area. Every meal was eaten outside. The spacious kitchen was fully stocked with anything we needed to prepare our meals. The swimming pool was put to lots of use, whether to swim laps, float around or horse around. It was big enough for us all. There were lots of pool toys and beach toys for us to use. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms were tastefully decorated. Sandy and Veronica were extremely welcoming. Thank you for your hospitality and welcome gifts. The location of the property is very convenient. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone. You will not be disappointed. I hope to be back to stay there again.
5.0
my family and i loved this house, soo much character. the backyard and pool/spa spaces were amazing. close to the kahala shopping centre and the beach is right across the front road. we used public transit to get around mostly and the stop was right on the corner to get to waikiki beach and hanauma bay. 15 minutes either way. i would recommend this place to anybody of any age.
thank you so much for letting us use your home for our vacation!!!
5.0
My family and I spent a week at this property and had a fabulous time. Wife, two daughters and one fiancé with myself enjoyed everything about the place. Great location, very, very relaxing yard and fully functional house with all the goodies needed for a stay away from home.
Sandy was very, very helpful but after the first day there was no need for help as the house has everything and everything works just like it should. We have stayed in many vacation rental homes and condos in Hawaii, the mainland USA and Europe. The Gingerbread House is as good as it gets.
Nobody should be disappointed renting this home in this neighborhood at anytime.
Great value for what you get!
5.0
The Gingerbread House provided a great vacation for my family.
The house, yard and pool were fabulous! We had a relaxed time in the hot tub.
We enjoyed being close to Whole Foods, the Mall, and restaurants.
Mango trees provide a very delicious mango, we ate it every morning.
Special thanks to Veronica and Sandy.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Honolulu?
The average price for a rental in Honolulu is R 3,850 per night. This rental is R 11,346 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Gingerbread House sleeps 10 & Kahala Beach is just across the street . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Gingerbread House sleeps 10 & Kahala Beach is just across the street . Enjoy the water!
Is The Gingerbread House sleeps 10 & Kahala Beach is just across the street pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Gingerbread House sleeps 10 & Kahala Beach is just across the street ?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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