A North Shore Oahu beach looking toward Haleiwa: golden sand, turquoise water, palm trees and white clouds

Aloha from Sunset Beach · North Shore, Oahu

The Sunset Beach House

4 Bedrooms
3 Baths
Beachfront Jacuzzi
Private Volleyball Court
Sleeps 8
7-Night Minimum

The living room looking through tall A-frame windows toward the beach and ocean — Our View From The Living Room Looking Towards The Beach And Ocean. Our Beach Is Practically Unused Because There Is No Public Access To It.

Welcome

Your own quiet stretch of Sunset Beach

About this property

PLEASE BE ASSURED THAT OUR HOME IS DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Just walk off the deck, take a few steps and you will be standing on the pristine sands of Sunset Beach. Thats why my home is named The Sunset Beach House:)

Please Note: We are also one of the very few Legally Licensed Vacation Homes by the State of Hawaii as a Vacation Rental that can rent from 1 day up to a year at a time.
Our State Of Hawaii License Is: 1990/NUC-2088

NOW ONTO THE FUN PART OF DESCRIBING MY WONDERFUL HOME

ALOHA FROM THE SUNSET BEACH HOUSE!!

Perfect for 2 to 8 people, this fabulous BEACHFRONT property is located ON THE SAND of Sunset Beach (on the main island of Oahu). This exotic, Polynesian-style house is one of the best values for a relaxing, exciting vacation in one of the most beautiful, natural settings the islands have to offer. The home has 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, and sleeps up to 8 persons with comfort & ease.

My home is located right on the sand at Sunset Beach, on the main island of Oahu, about 1000 feet down from Pipeline, one of the world's most famous surfing spots. The beach in front of my house is gorgeous and is hardly used as there is no public access to it close to my home. The home has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. There is a Jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the beach and my own private volleyball/badminton court is right along side of the house, as you can see in the aerial photo on my website.

The house is less than ten minutes from the historic whaling town of Haleiwa, which is the main town on the north shore of Oahu. It has lots of restaurants, shopping, a marina (in case you would like to go deep sea fishing), and live entertainment nightly in some of the restaurants. The Turtle Bay Resort is about five miles away from the house in the other direction, and they feature two championship GOLF courses, horseback riding, and more.

For your viewing pleasure the living room has a 55” Samsung Smart TV featuring all the movie channels with stereo sound, and there are 32" Samsung Smart TVs in all the bedrooms.
The home also has digital security and an electronic safe for your valuables.

In addition to the 3 inside baths there is a hot and cold double headed shower at the bottom of the deck which is hidden by foliage, and is everybody's favorite place to shower and refresh after coming off the beach or after a long soak in the spa.

The kitchen is custom crafted in local island Koa hardwood and of course there is a Telephone, Cable, Wireless Internet (WiFi), iron, and all the other items you would commonly find in your own home.

*OUR BARBECUES* Also, outside on the deck facing the ocean we have not one, but two barbecues. One is the standard charcoal grill and the other is a George Foreman Electric Grill. So whether you are looking to eat a little healthier or just enjoy a great grilled steak we've got you covered!

There is a wonderful Foodland Supermarket about a half mile from the house which also sports a Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (formerly Starbucks). All the Island activities, from hangliding to scuba diving, from polo matches to jet-skis are all just minutes away from my tropical retreat. The water is crystal clear and the snorkeling is great. SCUBA diving is also a major attraction on the north shore with both boat and shore dives available. Waimea Falls is only a mile away, and hiking at Waimea Valley and visiting the falls is an unforgettable experience.

There are 4 Air Conditioned bedrooms, and sleeps a maximum of 8 people.
Bedroom 1 - 1 King
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 - 2 Twins (can be made into a king upon request)
Bedroom 4 - 2 Twins (can be made into a king upon request)
Each bedroom is like a master bedroom. The master king bedroom upstairs looks out to the beach and ocean. The downstairs queen master bedroom looks out to the volleyball court and beach and ocean. Both of the other bedrooms feature views of the lush greenery and mountains behind the home. The jungle like foliage comes down from the mountains and surrounds the home creating a unique feeling of privacy while looking out at the spectacular vistas of Sunset Beach, which is one of the most famous and romantic beaches on Oahu, and certainly in all of Hawaii.

AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that our bedrooms are all fully air conditioned. Each bedroom has its own individual ductless mini-split system. Additionally, being located on the beach, you'll enjoy the trade winds that blow through our home and provide all the air flow we need for perfect temperatures all through the year.

The house is my own personal residence and is beautifully furnished in rattan and antiques. You'll see pictures on the walls of stars like Suzanne Somers and David Carradine who have stayed and relaxed here.

Lush foliage surrounds the house and the sound of the wind and the waves will remain in your memories for years to come.

GUEST SERVICES: Our main endeavor to you is to make sure your stay with us is the best it can possibly be. Our property manager is always on call for you and lives nearby.

All we want are Happy Guests, so if there Is Any Problem at all in the house upon your arrival please call us IMMEDIATELY so we can fix it for you.

Also, We are always looking for more ways to live sustainably, with Solar Water Heating, all LED Lighting inside and out and Low Flo shower heads.

We will happily provide you with any information or help that you need with securing any outside reservations or services that you may desire such as tours or activities, whale watching or snorkeling, etc.
If you have a special request, just call us and we will do everything in our power to see that you have everything that you need;

YOU WON'T HAVE TO bring anything except your Swimsuit and a Smile to have a GREAT TIME!
(Because We Provide The Beach Towels!!!........:)

Aloha from Your Owner!
Michel Rubini
PS: We are also one of the few Legally Licensed Vacation Homes by the State of Hawaii as a Vacation Rental that can rent from 1 day up to a year at a time.
State Of Hawaii License: 1990/NUC-2088

*A Note about Cancellations and Refunds:
As the owner I always recommend to all of my guests that they buy trip insurance. I always buy it myself and is very inexpensive and will take care of any and all expenses you might incur if you had to cancel your trip. VRBO can sell it to you or you can buy it online, and you should also check with your credit card company because you may already have it as one of the perks that some credit cards give you when you take out their credit cards.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Spacious living room overlooking the beach and gardens

The House

4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

A king master suite upstairs, three bedrooms downstairs, and living spaces that open to the beach and gardens.

Upstairs
King Master Suite
King-size master suite with adjoining bathroom.
Downstairs
Queen & Twin Rooms
A queen-size bedroom plus two bedrooms, each with two twin beds, and two bathrooms.
Kitchen
Hand-Crafted Koa Kitchen
Customized kitchen hand-crafted in local Koa hardwood and fully equipped.
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Room for the whole group to gather after a day on the beach.
Living
Spacious Living Room
Overlooking the beach and gardens, with a 55" flatscreen HDTV.
Outdoors
Patio & Gardens
View of the patio from the back of the beach house.

Amenities

Everything you'd have at home, plus the Pacific

Jacuzzi spa on the deck — Jacuzzi on the Deck
A large spa on the deck, overlooking the ocean.

Aerial view showing the private volleyball court beside the house — Private Volleyball / Badminton Court
Right alongside the house.

Green sea turtle swimming in clear Oahu water — Whale-Watching Binoculars
Whales migrate as close as 100 yards offshore. Dolphins and giant sea turtles cruise and play right in front of the house.

Private tanning area on the deck facing the ocean — Private Outdoor Shower
Totally private, with hot & cold running water and two shower heads.

55" flatscreen HDTV with DVD in the living room
Private flatscreen TV/DVD in every bedroom
Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) and telephone with free long distance
Washer/dryer and iron
Koa wood kitchen, fully equipped
Digital security system and electronic safe
Furnished in rattan and antiques

Cable HDTV is provided by Oceanic Cable with almost every movie channel. Every TV is a Smart TV so you can watch your favorite movies and shows in the living room or the privacy of your own bedrooms.

Gallery

Life at Sunset Beach

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The North Shore

Steps from legendary surf

On Sunset Beach on Oahu's North Shore. Crystal-clear water and great snorkeling out front; restaurants, shopping, and the marina in historic Haleiwa (deep-sea fishing, windsurfing); two golf courses and horseback riding at Turtle Bay.

1000 ftto Pipeline
7–8 mindrive to Haleiwa town
~5 mito Turtle Bay
½ mileto Foodland supermarket
~1 mileto Waimea Falls

Rates

A flat nightly rate

Nightly

$1,850 / night

Flat rate, before tax and cleaning fee
7-night minimum stay
Add 18.712% Hawaii GET & TAT tax
50% to confirm; balance due 60 days before arrival
Cleaning fee: $375.00 per stay

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The beach location was perfect with direct access to the beautiful Sunset Beach and stunning sunsets. (42 reviews)
The property's location on Sunset Beach offers a perfect blend of tranquility, stunning sunsets, and easy access to nearby restaurants, shops, and beaches. (24 reviews)
The property offers breathtaking sunsets with stunning views from the deck, a truly unforgettable experience. (24 reviews)

These are all 2026 VRBO Verified reviews. They can be seen in my listing on VRBO at:
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10/10 Excellent

The Sunset Beach House has a wonderful island vibe. My girlfriends and I were there to celebrate my birthday and it didn’t disappoint. It took a lot of energy for us to leave the place because it was the perfect spot to hang out. However, we did manage to visit Ted’s Bakery, Turtle Bay Beach House restaurant, Shark’s Cove and shop and eat in Hale’iwa. Of course walking the beach and watching the waves was a given. Thanks Michel it was awesome!

Julie G. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026 Traveled with group
10/10 Excellent

I cannot say enough good things about this home, location and host! We had such an amazing time! We have stayed in several other homes on North Shore and this home is hands down our favorite!!! Thank you, Michael, you are a wonderful host!

Lori W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

Master King bed was very comfortable and clean. All of the bedrooms had A/C units and comfortable bedding. The house and groundskeeper, Damon, was fantastic and always quick to respond whenever we needed anything.The location was absolutely beautiful. We loved waking up every morning and enjoying the oceanfront view from the deck. The home and its amenities had everything our family needed and helped make our Hawaii vacation truly perfect.We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a comfortable, relaxing place to enjoy Hawaii!

Chandler P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

Our favorite vacation stay ever!! The house was a dream, had everything we needed or wanted! The host was so friendly and responsive. You will not regret this stay!!!! Book now!!!

Nicole W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

I decided to take the family to Hawaii for our 25th wedding anniversary and we decided on this place. No regrets whatsoever. There was 7 of us, and this place fit us comfortably. Location was awesome. Less than a mile to go for snorkeling at Shark Cove, about a mile away from the famous Waimea Bay, an incredible Luau less then 2 miles away, Waimea Falls 5 minutes away, and a grocery store right in town, The family had multiple volleyball and badminton matches that were a blast as well. The place fit our needs wellMichel also was very good at quickly responding to any questions we had. He's an excellent host. All in all, an incredible vacation where lifetime memories were made. Mission accomplished.

S S. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay at this home on Sunset Beach on Oahu’s North Shore. The views are absolutely incredible, and the location couldn’t be better. There’s excellent snorkeling just up the road, and the whole area has a fun, laid-back island vibe that made it easy to relax and enjoy our vacation. The house is well-equipped with just about everything you need for a comfortable stay. The only thing to note is that you’ll want to bring your own blow dryer, as one isn’t provided. Overall, this is a fantastic place to stay if you’re looking for beautiful scenery, easy access to the beach and snorkeling, and an authentic North Shore experience. We’d definitely stay here again!

Connie B. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

Everyone had a great time.

MARC B. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

We had an amazing vacation and really enjoyed our stay. The view was top notch.

Kimberly A. Stayed 14 nights in May 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

Wonderful and beautiful home on the beach. We had such a great time. Owners is great to work with and very accommodating and a nice person. Very much recommended. Great spot.

William C. Stayed 5 nights in May 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

Angie W. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent

Beach view was unobstructed from the home’s main level. Host was excellent. Would rent again if the opportunity presented itself. Fantastic location. March -2026

Cristina R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

This was our third stay at Mr Rubini’s wonderful home & though I wouldn’t have changed a thing about our previous visits, this was the best yet! How does PERFECT get even better?!? Michel is the most welcoming and generous host and THE Sunset Beachouse is absolutely Heavenly! It is rustic, homey and pure paradise! All amenities were as described and beyond! On top of that, the location is everything!! It’s your very own little piece of the North Shore! All yours!! You just have to see it to believe it. Communication with Mr Rubini is always prompt and productive. It’s like chatting with a good friend. There is nowhere in the world we would rather be!! Cheers!

Susan E. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

Yes, the host was welcoming and the amenities were in place.

joan h. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026 Traveled with family
10/10 Excellent

We would give this property a 5 rating and the owner a 5 rating. The location of this house is superb and totally captures the vibe of the North Shore. The decor, amenities and comfort was excellent for our family. All was as described in the property details. We were able to enjoy the beach, hot tub, local food trucks, a Pipeline competition and so much more. The owner of this property chevked in every few days to make sure we were having a good time and he continued to make suggestions for places to check out. Highly recommend this house. You will leave refreshed and full of Aloha energy. Thank you Michel for sharing your special place with us.

Pam B. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location! Great house, very comfortable! Saw tons of whales from the deck! Lovely host, what more could you ask for!

Leslie W. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

Our host Michel was wonderful. Very helpful and communicative from the time of booking and answered endless questions before our arrival. The house was awesome - true representation from photos. Casual, beachfront home that screamed "relax" with the most amazing views of the ocean and sunset cannot be missed from the deck.

Sarah B. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent

Great place! Loved it. Aloha!

Matthew A. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 Traveled with family and young children
10/10 Excellent

This property is nearly 3000 SF but has a terrific feel of a cabin getaway, it's the last home before

erick d. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

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What people have been saying

"Michel, Well . . . the "Sunset House" on "Sunset Beach" lived up to its name, by playing audience to several spectacular sunsets! This has by far been our best trip to the islands; and it sure beats those 5-star hotels. The Sunset House, and all of the things it offered, really made this a very special vacation. Although we are saddened to leave this tropical paradise; we know we will see the Sunset House next year, with an entirely different set of sunsets and good times."

The Ostrosky FamilyOrange, CaliforniaThe Amaro FamilyHuntington Beach, California
"Michel, Great weather, perfect waves, whales, the green spark at sunset. Warm ground and cool waters everyday. Four or five extra pounds, all those books we've been trying to read for months, Primo Beer . . . I'm sure we have a life back on the mainland; work children, etc., and if we don't leave now, we may not be able to make the transition back to real life. See you in the fall."

Ken and Louise Bowers
"Michel, We had a tremendous time here in Sunset Beach. It is truly the only paradise I have actually experienced. Amy and I had a great wedding and honeymoon on the Island. This place is really beautiful! Your house was great. (Great loft for a honeymoon). It is too bad we could only spend a week. Next time it will definitely be longer. When we are back at our house on the Oconee River in Athens, Georgia, we will be thinking of this place often. Until next time!"

Gary and Amy Clark"Honey, can't we stay just one more day?"
"The Sunset Beach House has been our home for almost a month and we all could stay longer. Scott and I came by ourselves for the first two weeks and then our 5 children and 2 friends flew over to join us for the remainder of our stay. The sunsets are beautiful and we got to see moon rays during the a.m. hours of the full moon. We've seen sea turtles and lots and lots of tropical fish. We loved the outdoor shower, especially during an afternoon rain. The many birds have been a true delight and our children coveted the feeding job. Scott and I enjoyed the solitude and the sparsely populated beach; having such privacy spoiled us."

Mahalo and Aloha, The Hamon Family and Friends
"Our third stay at Sunset Beach House. When one finds their sacred place why go anywhere else?! Weather turned cool after we got here and the water was wonderful. In short, we had another wonderful stay! We'll have to bring the kids next time . . . . NAH ! ! !"

Burt and Joan PowersArizona
"Michel, Well, you certainly didn't exaggerate the house and the beach behind it. We had a truly wonderful time . . . and for all others who read this go to Jamesons in Haleiwa for dinner; ask for Gerald's table and tell him we recommended him. Be sure to order the Opakapaka, Panko style with macadamia nuts (AWESOME) and Gerald will treat you extra good. We have already started our dream fund so we can come back and buy our next home, here on Sunset Beach."

Aloha, Dennis and Vicki Fitzgerald

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Refund: 100% if more than 60 days out, 50% if more than 30 days out, nothing within 30 days.

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About the host

Michel Rubini, owner and host of The Sunset Beach House

Hosted by Michel Rubini

Hi, I'm Michel Rubini, the very happy owner of The Sunset Beach House. I am a musician by trade, and I have been playing piano since I was 3 years old.

I came to Hawaii with my father for the first time when I was 18 and have had a mad love affair with the islands ever since. I told my father at the time, 'Dad, one day I am going to live here', and he answered with a little chuckle, 'Yes son, of course you will'.

He didn't believe me at the time and thought it was just a young man's fantasy so he humored me because he was a great dad, but several years later when I was a little more grown up, I came back and bought my wonderful home on Sunset Beach and I have been coming to the islands ever since.

To be able to sit on my deck and view the beach and ocean, listen to the sound of the birds and waves is a wonderfully relaxing experience that I look forward to every morning that I am here.

I am very happy to be able to share my little piece of Heaven with you. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Aloha, Michel

PS: My autobiography entitled "LIFE IN THE KEY OF RUBINI - A Hollywood Child Prodigy and His Wild Adventures in Crime, Music, Sex, Sinatra and Wonder Woman" is now out and for sale in both Kindle and Softcover editions, so look it up and read a little more and get to know me a lot better!!

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Why I chose this property

When I was first looking for a home to buy in Hawaii I was not familiar with the islands, so I decided to travel to all of them to learn about them and to see what each of them offered.

I discovered after visiting the outer islands that Oahu was the very best of all of them. The best part of course was that I found the best beach in all of the islands, Sunset Beach, which was the best kept secret in all the islands. Nobody knew it existed there on the North Shore except for the local islanders, and they were not telling anybody.

I was taken there by a very friendly local, and when I saw the beautiful, white pearly sand beach in front of my house and the exotic, secluded location, and also being only 1 mile from the biggest waterfall on the island, Waimea Falls, I fell in love immediately.

What makes this property unique

My home has the unique advantage of being the very last home on a frontage road, and because of that I have only one neighboring house on my left side, which is hidden from view by a 30' hedge of island vegetation. On the right side of my home I have my private volleyball and badminton court, and then there is just state land for about 300 yards before the start of the next frontage road.

For that reason, my home has a great feeling of privacy and tranquility with unsurpassed views of the beach and ocean. I never feel 'boxed in' like the other beach houses.

I found out that I could be just as secluded as I wanted on the most beautiful beach in all of Hawaii, or I could enjoy a bounty of cultural and ethnic delights not found anywhere else in the islands. It was just up to me to decide what I would do on any given day, be a sun worshiper on the beach, or join in the party that is always going on around the rest of the island.

The Ancient Hawaiians considered this location to be a spiritual spot on the island and held many ceremonies here on the beach, and also carved hieroglyphics into the beach rocks (which you can see at certain times of the year when the tide is low). It is considered to be a location of considerable archaeological significance and is also believed to be a very spiritual place by the Hawaiians.

Oahu is as beautiful and varied as any of the other islands, but also has the advantage of being able to go to wonderful restaurants, movies, nightclubs and concerts.

The main history of Hawaii plays out on Oahu, and the Bishop Museum, the USS Arizona Memorial, the 'Iolani Palace, which is the only true royal palace in the United States and the last official residence of the kings and queens who ruled Hawaii, King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani, are all must sees during your visit here to Oahu.

The Sunset Beach House

Your own quiet stretch of Sunset Beach

About this property

4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

King Master Suite

Queen & Twin Rooms

Hand-Crafted Koa Kitchen

Formal Dining Room

Spacious Living Room

Patio & Gardens