Kai Aniani – Beachfront on Oahu's North Shore

Kai Aniani or "Sea of Glass" is a modern beachfront vacation rental on Oahu's North Shore, offering architectural elegance, sweeping ocean views, and direct beach access. This fully renovated A-frame home features 5 bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, expansive great room, and outdoor living spaces that overlook 70 feet of sandy shoreline. Highlights include a private studio suite, media lounge with 110" projector, luxury appliances, and a gated setting — perfect for upscale island living and unforgettable coastal escapes.

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$2,412/night
9.6/10 12 reviews
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Property Description

Sea of Glass is an architecturally stunning beachfront home on the North Shore of Oahu, completely remodeled in 2018. The A-frame design is accentuated by windows that face Mount Ka’ala, the tallest mountain peak on the island to the south, and wall-to-wall sliding doors along the entire north-facing oceanfront with 70 feet of sandy beach. This gated property on a cul de sac street offers privacy and security with passcode protected locks and a Ring security system.

The main floor of the house is situated on an elevated platform, enhancing infinite ocean views from every window. As you ascend the front steps and open the double front doors, you are greeted with wall-to-wall ocean views through the sliding doors and clerestory windows along the back of the great room. The great room has an open floor plan consisting of the kitchen, dining area and two living room seating areas and a 55 foot covered deck. The chef’s kitchen includes Wolf/Sub Zero appliances, a breakfast bar and a 10 foot waterfall island with seating for 4. The dining table sits 12. The living room is divided into two sections: a sectional sofa and seating for watching TV and across from this another couch and chairs for conversation or games. Outside on the deck is an outdoor living room with lounge chairs.

There are four bedrooms in each corner on the main level, each with its own bathroom, plus a small loft with a full size mattress. The Sky Guest Suite has views of the mountain and a queen size bed and attached bathroom. The second bedroom is the Ocean Master Suite with a king size poster bed, soaking tub, two person shower, double vanity and water closet. This room faces the ocean with wall-to-wall sliding doors covered lanai. The third guest room is the Aqua Master Suite with a king size poster bed, large shower, and separate his/her sinks. This room also faces the ocean with wall-to-wall sliding doors and covered lanai. The fourth bedroom is the Marine Guest Bedroom which faces the mountains and has two twin beds with a whimsical nautical theme. Above this room and accessed by ladder in the hall is the sleeping loft. The fourth bathroom for the Marine Guest Suite is accessible through the hallway as well.

The Seaside Studio Suite is a studio apartment on the ground floor that is completely independent from the main house on the second level. It has a cal King bed and en suite bathroom. There is also a full size high end kitchen and adjacent seating area. Folding patio doors from the seating area lead out to the lower level lanai and grassy backyard.

The media lounge is an open living room on the ground level. There is a U-shaped RH cloud sectional facing the 110” projector screen for watching movies or your favorite team play. Behind the sofa is bar height seating for 6. Stacking patio doors lead out to the lower level lanai, bbq, grassy yard and beach access.

The lower level also includes a laundry room and storage for the bikes, boards, snorkeling, and kayak, available for our guests.

This property has over 50 reviews and can be rented without the studio apartment as well. See VRBO listing #1424227

Registration Number: TA-103-545-7024-01 · GE-103-545-7024-01

$ 2,412

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ℹ️ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Waialua (postal 96791) Hawaii

Nearby highlights:

  • Location: Waialua, HI (North Shore), United States
  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

How many guests can it sleep?

Sleeps up to 10 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Private vacation home
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • WiFi available
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Massages
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai / balcony
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Popular: A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Crib
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Heater
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Space
  • Toys
  • Tv
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check-in starts at 3:30 PM
  • Check-out before before 10:00 am
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

House rules:

  • Pets not allowed, This property welcomes adults only., Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Oahu?
  • Kayak on site

Popular Oahu Activities include luaus, snorkeling, Pearl Harbor tours, and catamaran cruises.

Do I need a rental car on Oahu?
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Car is recommended for most of Oahu outside Waikiki/Honolulu – book a rental car if you plan to explore.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a home rental.


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