Vacation Rentals by Owner

Anahola Vacation Home

Guest: Sun's Free Kevin (Alameda)
Date of Stay: 03/28/12 Review Submitted: 04/30/12

This is an amazing home. Anahola itself is amazing, but after long days at the beach, farmers markets and going on hikes it was so nice to come home to the Anahola house. 1st, everyones takes a warm rinse on the outdoor shower, then maybe a proper shower in the "family shower" to get the kids really clean. 2nd. Everyone gathers around the kitchen/bar/dining room and has a snack , 3rd. fire up the huge grill and cook some fresh Ahi Tuna! There were 8 of us with plenty of room. Games to play, bunk beds for my girls....perfect! We would wake up the next day ad do it all over again. The house has 4 boogie boards and TONS of snorkel gear. Kauai is so exciting, there is so much to do all day. It was really nice to come home and relax. The place is nice, but not so nice that you worry about breaking something of walk on egg shells. You can tell this family has kids and loves living Aloha.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Awesome place

Guest: Ben (San Clemente)
Date of Stay: 02/28/12 Review Submitted: 03/12/12

Very nice place for a very reasonable price. If you've got 3-4 people in your party, you'll live and sleep like kings. If you've got 7-8 people, you'll live and sleep like kings with more people to enjoy the place with. It's about 20 minutes north of Kapaa, and has a great view of the mountains behind you and an easy quick cruise to the ocean. The owner is an awesome guy too. This is the way if you're coming to Kauaii.

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Perfect for our family!

Guest: AKGirlatsea (Ketchikan, AK)
Date of Stay: 01/27/12 Review Submitted: 03/03/12

Our family (three couples and a child) stayed for a week. The location was great for us, making it easy to drive to either North or South, depending on the weather and our interests. The yard and view of the mountains were gorgeous. The house was spacious and airy inside - EXACTLY as pictured and beautifully maintained. There was no air conditioning, but we found it unnecessary with fans and open windows; the house was extremely hot and stuffy when we first arrived (late afternoon), but we opened all the windows and enjoyed the lanai for an hour or so. After that, the house was very comfortable for the rest of our stay. The kitchen is fairly small, but well designed and stocked for great family meals. (A note of warning: in this part of the world, you have to be careful to clean up crumbs, not leave open packages of food out, etc, to avoid being overrun with ants. We had no problems in the kitchen, but we did find a few thousand ants under a towel that was laid on the floor in the bathroom - we didn't do THAT again, and we had no more ants! Overall, considering the location and the lush landscaping so close to the house, the lack of pests indicates that the owners are very proactive.) The washer and dryer were very convenient and worked great (seemed brand new). Hardwood floors throughout the house made it easy to clean as we went. The master bedroom and the nearest other bedroom were exceptionally comfortable. The third bedroom, set up with a queen bed and a twin bunk-bed set, worked really well for a couple and their child, although they found the large bed (an older mattress, starting to break-down/sag) to be less comfortable than in the other rooms and, for some reason, this room got some highway-noise during morning rush hour (not noticeable in the other rooms). Neither issue detracted from our overall love of the house, though! We found many toys, books, games and movies for children and families, as well as some beach gear -- all of which made our stay that much more perfect. The owner, Andy, was very helpful as we planned our trip and encouraged us to call with questions during our stay - we didn't need to, but it was nice to know he was available. All in all, we would certainly return and/or recommend this rental to friends and family. For families, we recommend the mini-golf in Kilauea (1/2 price coupons in books available all over the island). Also HIGHLY recommended is the massage therapist located a few doors down (her card is on the fridge).

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Midwest visitors

Guest: Renee 2 (York, NE)
Date of Stay: 01/15/12 Review Submitted: 01/30/12

This home is delightful. We found it exactly as described in the VRBO listing. It has a "living" fence all the way around the yard so it feels very private and cozy. The house is furnished very thoroughly...ample beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel equipment, cooler...all necessary tools for a great trip to the beach. The outside shower is handy. The kitchen is well equipped and nicely furnished...there is even a booster chair for the young ones! The location on the island is a big plus because there is so much to see and do on Kauai that being central was a big help. Andy is a great guy to deal with during the booking process and his caretaker for the property is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this house!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Anahola Rental

Guest: Texas Mom (Houston, Texas and Bellingham, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11 Review Submitted: 01/14/12

My daughter and I enjoyed this nice large home with front porch views of the Pacific. The kitchen was nice and large and had good pots, pans and utensils for our use. Lots of beach towels were available and plenty of HOT water for showers after a day at the beach. The location is great for accessing many beaches, farmers markets, and the northshore as well as Lihue. The house is very comfortable, although traffic noise is pretty constant. The grounds are maintained beautifully.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Lovely home in Anahola

Guest: shirley b (Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

We enjoyed staying at this beautiful home very much. It is well-appointed and comfortable, and in such a beautiful location with the view of the mountains. Although sited in a residential neighborhood, lovely plantings and gardens insure privacy. As it happened, out favorite beach on Kauai became Anahola Beach Park, just down the road. We enjoyed body surfing there, long walks on the beach, and watching the surfers. On our last afternoon an amazing young woman was out on a standup paddle board for over two hours! The house is exactly as represented: clean, the kitchen well-equipped, the bedrooms comfortable, and with beach chairs, towels, and beach toys. It is an easy drive from the airport, shopping, and restaurants. It is also convenient to beautiful beaches and hiking spots all over the island. The owners have created a great atmosphere for their guests, and were very responsive to our questions. We would rent it again in a heartbeat.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The ideal family setting, to take advantage of all Kaua'i has to offer!

Guest: Cali Ohana (Northern California)
Date of Stay: 10/17/11 Review Submitted: 11/19/11

This beautiful and comfortable home, was just what we needed, to escape the pace of everyday life and decompress- island style! We were welcomed by a gorgeous and spacious landscaped yard, breathtaking views of Kong and the surrounding mountains, and all of the comforts and amenities of home. The layout of the home is very inviting, with a large open floor plan that looks out the the beautiful mountains behind. We enjoyed cooking family dinners, where everyone could be a a part of the kitchen without bumping elbows. We also had several wonderful sunset bbq's on the secluded deck. The proximity to so many perfect beaches, walking trails, and shops made this location ideal for taking advantage of all the island has to offer. Surfing, snorkeling, hiking or swimming with your keiki is just a short drive away! Our kids were especially delighted to find toys, books and beach gear awaiting our arrival, as well as a great outdoor shower, for rinsing away the days salt and sand! There really wasn't a single detail overlooked, in making this home feel welcoming, comfortable, and relaxing! We are already planning our return visit for next year! Mahalo Andy and Shona for being so accommodating, and providing such a wonderful home base for our vacation!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Vacation Home!

Guest: Nary & Family (Colorado)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 10/01/11

We had such an amazing time in Kauai this summer. Thank you so much Andy for renting this house to us. This house is so beautiful! We love looking at the Kong from the deck. We had all of our meals out on deck. Great location! We explored the entire island. Thanks for having everything in stock - you thought of everything; the beach chairs came in handy. We would definitely recommend your home. We love Kauai and hope to visit again! Wish we were there now. Thanks again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Anahola Vacation Home

Guest: Anita (Corvallis, Oregon, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/17/11 Review Submitted: 04/08/11

We rented this house for 9 nights in late March. The house is very comfortably furnished. Good beds. Two good sized full baths. The living area is a big open space that encompasses the living, dining and kitchen areas. Very bright and airy, and roomy, even though the communal area is all one. We kept all the windows and sliding glass door open to take advantage of the great breezes. The kitchen had a great supply of cookware and appliances, and I must say in better shape than most rentals where we have stayed. Thanks to those who came before us for taking care of them and for the owner for providing quality kitchenware, The location is perfect. About equidistant from one end of the island to the other. There is a great view of Anahola Mt at the back of the house and a very distant view of the ocean from the front. Some highway noise, but it really quit at bedtime or before, so it didn't bother us much. We got used to hearing the local rooster just before dawn, and I actually miss him now that I am back home. Andy has a great home to share with those who come to Kauai who want to get away from the "touristy" areas and experience the real Kauai. We look forward to coming back here again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Amazing House

Guest: Melissa (Tacoma, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/27/10 Review Submitted: 06/21/10

We really enjoyed our time in this beautiful home. It is spacious, decorated in good taste, in a quiet area and very comfortable. There are lots of extra amenities that made our stay all the easier. It was also a great place for our children to be, lots of room to run around outside. The back deck has a great view. We were sad to leave!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Maria44 (-)
Date of Stay: 02/28/10 Review Submitted: 02/28/10

This was our second stay in this wonderful vacation home. It is spacious, airy and open, clean, and has a great layout for hanging out with family. We used the home as our base to explore the entire island, but it was especially convenient for going to the Northern and Eastern part. We love to cook and this kitchen served us well every night when we brought back our finds from the farmers markets and fish markets. There are also grocery stores close by in Kapaa. Andy the owner is very friendly. It was extremely easy to work with him and communicate with him by phone and email. We would definitely choose to stay in this home again.

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Missouri Escapee

Guest: Missouri Escapee (Missouri)
Date of Stay: 02/05/10 Review Submitted: 02/20/11

We had a great time in Kauai and residing in your home during January 2011. We were looking for an escape from the frigid temperatures that Missouri can offer in the dead of winter. IT WORKED. This was our first trip to Kauai, but we don't expect it to be our last. The Island was beautiful and met all of our expectations. We did a lot of research prior to renting your house, but we don't think we could have made a better rental decision. We were totally satisfied with the house and all of the accommodations. We liked the location and felt it allowed us to go in any direction without a long commute. We knew that we would need to rent a vehicle to have access to all of the island's activities, so we were looking for a location on the island that would provide easy access to both the North and South ends of the Island. The web information and pictures were a true representation of the actual house. It was exactly what we were expecting it to be based on what we had seen on the internet. Thanks for making the rental experience so easy and all transactions with integrity. We will gladly recommend you and your house to our family and friends.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Sarah and Terry (Felton, California)
Date of Stay: 01/19/10 Review Submitted: 01/19/10

Thank you very much for renting your house to us for the past week. We loved the beautiful house design and the wonderful location away from the resorts!! We could not have been happier with the ease of renting it, and the comfort of the home. We have been trying to get to Kauai for years, and we just had the best vacation of our lives. Thank you very much again. It really made the trip enjoyable to have a great place to stay with the two other couples!

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Guest: Darcie & Steve Anthony (-)
Date of Stay: 01/03/10 Review Submitted: 01/03/10

Andy, thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us over the holidays. We had a wonderful vacation! Your home is perfectly situated and allowed us to easily visit both the north and south shores. It was great to get out of the cold and snow for awhile! We will definitely look at going back in the future.

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Guest: Dale & Sherrie (Covington,WA)
Date of Stay: 12/07/09 Review Submitted: 12/07/09

Dear Anderson's~ Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your lovely home. It provided us with all the comforts needed to make our time memorable. I did want to let you know that we purchased a child's board and left it behind for your guest use. Also, we met your housekeeper on the day we left and found her most pleasant. The beauty and location of the house will bring us back again! Thank you!

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Guest: Brenda & Jim Boyd (Laurel, MD)
Date of Stay: 08/24/09 Review Submitted: 08/24/09

Dear Andy, Thank-you for renting us your home for our vacation in beautiful Kauai. Your house was perfectly located for all the things we had planned on the island. I must say that your kitchen was the best stocked of any house we have rented in the past! We also enjoyed the internet access and phone service to the mainland. We did have to cut our vacation short by one day due to the tropical storm that was suppose to hit Hawaii (it never did). But we had a great time anyway. Thanks again, Brenda & Jim Boyd

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Guest: Nancy Davidson (Phoenix, AZ )
Date of Stay: 08/03/09 Review Submitted: 08/03/09

We felt right at home in your beautiful home. The house was perfectly located, spacious, looked like it was newly renovated/decorated, and spotless. We loved relaxing there after a day at the nearby beaches and sitting on the front and back porches. Thank you again for providing us with a great place to escape.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/16/09 Review Submitted: 07/16/09

The house is spacious and welcoming. Location is nice since we spent some time in many places on the island-- close enough to the north end of the island to make the drive fairly easy but also convenient to groceries and restaurants in the large town of Kapaa on the east side as well. Kauai is a beautiful place!

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Guest: jamon 1 (san francisco, ca)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09 Review Submitted: 07/13/09

we had a great time staying at this house. there were 6 of us and plenty of room. It is very well taken care of, and has a really nice kitchen. The location is beautiful (with amazing views of the mountains) and accessible to the north and east shores. It would have been hard to stay there without renting a car, but it kind of seems like all of Kauai is like that. Of course, it would have been nice to be able to walk to the beach, but there are plenty of beaches within very short driving distance. Also, Andy (the owner) was very nice in all my interactions with him before our stay. Thanks!

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Guest: Steve and Clara Baker (Mission Viejo, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/08/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

we wanted to thank you for the use of your lovely home! It was perfect for our honeymoon, we enjoyed the privacy! It was MUCH better than a hotel. Having all the conveniences, beach chairs, coolers, etc really made it easy and fun for us. We are hoping to make another trip back next year. By the way if you haven't eaten at Monico's in Wailua please try it, they have amazing fish tacos!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/30/09 Review Submitted: 04/30/09

andy my stay in your home was perfect in every way the location the interior and the veiw was more than expected I would recomend this home to anyone its great for large or small groops and dealing with andy was very easy. thank you very much and I will return soon and will defenitly call you Bob

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Guest: Karri2 (Kaneohe, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 04/19/09 Review Submitted: 04/19/09

My friends and I *loved* your home! Thank you so much! The house was beautiful! The nights there were so island perfect-the warm breeze flowing in through the windows at night to lull me alseep, the occasional rains to freshen the air, not that it needed it of course! To have such a comfortable, relaxing place to come home to after cruising around the island was perfect! We definitely plan to return, and hope to stay here again! Thank you!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/07/09 Review Submitted: 02/07/09

Dear Andy: Thank you so very much for making your vacation home available to us. The backyard was beautiful with flowers and the beautiful view of Kong Mountain was breathtaking. The view of the ocean with the sunrise looking out from the front deck reminds us of how beautiful God is. We loved the way your home was welcoming and all the accommodations to fit all of our needs. My children loved the fact that they had their own bedrooms. This was the first time we rented a home, we always rented a condo or hotel. Your home was perfect. This is the way to go. Kauai is one of the most beautiful of the Hawaii islands. Everything is so green and well cared for. One morning there was a rainbow that seemed like it was in the front yard, it was so close. We will recommend your home to all our family and friends! Thank you so much and God Bless you and your family. Mike & Vicky :o)

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Guest: The Goehrings (Vancouver, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/22/09 Review Submitted: 01/21/09

We had a great stay in Anahola! The house is spacious and well put together, and everything we needed was there. The open concept, kitchen, lanai and backyard (and Kong in the background) made it easy and ideal. The home is family and child-friendly and it back stopped a lovely vacation. It is also ideally situated on Kauai -- the location allows you easy access to the north and south ends of the island. This allows you to enjoy the coasts and beaches of both ends. Kauai is simply magical.

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Guest: Lenci Family (El Dorado Hills,Ca)
Date of Stay: 01/13/09 Review Submitted: 01/13/09

Location - Great Home Layout - Great Cleanliness - 100% Mountain Views - Beautiful Backyard area/shower-Fun&Safe for the Kids Will we return - FOR SURE !!

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Guest: Lovett Family (Tx.)
Date of Stay: 09/24/08 Review Submitted: 09/23/08

We just got back from the wonderful stay in your beautiful house..We had a great time and it is perfectly located..We really enjoyed all the extras...boogie boards, chairs and etc..You have done a great job thinking of everything anyone might use or need...Hope to be back soon.... It was great...Thank you again...

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Guest: Katie74 (Maui, HI)
Date of Stay: 09/18/08 Review Submitted: 09/18/08

Aboslutely beautiful home! Spacious, wonderful view, and extremely accomodating. Thanks and we'll be back!

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Guest: Aleks Mitric (-)
Date of Stay: 09/16/08 Review Submitted: 09/16/08

Very impressive! Clean & spacious rooms, great kitchen & bathrooms, equipped with everything you need, amazing views, nicely decorated, wonderful terrace, great central location close to so many amazing beaches. With its great architecture, you captured the feeling of the island so well. Thanks Andy, you were so helpful anytime we would call or e-mail. We will be back, Best, Aleks Mitric

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Guest: Alyn Petty (Citrus Heights, Ca)
Date of Stay: 07/28/08 Review Submitted: 07/28/08

We stayed at the Anahola House the week after the Fourth of July and It could not have been more perfect! The location was ideal for visiting the North Shore and the Poipu area of the island. The house was very clean and had all the amenities we were looking for. It was so nice to wake up and see "kong" from the master bedroom every morning. The shower in the back yard was great for a quick rinse after a day at the beach. We loved the bathrooms too! We will definitly recommend the house to our friends and plan another visit ourselves in the future. NO MORE hotels or resorts for us!!

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Guest: Craig Amy Sam & Ella (Issaquah Wa)
Date of Stay: 06/05/08 Review Submitted: 06/05/08

What a great vacation we had. The house is beautiful. Clean, comfortable, private, and well equiped with almost everything. A nice place hang out or return to after running the little ones around all day. Loved the location too. Hope to come back next year. It'll be really hard to stay in a condo again! Thanks

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Guest: Earl & Lori (West Linn, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 02/27/08 Review Submitted: 02/27/08

We had a wonderful time! The house was perfect, comfortable and clean. Great location with a beautiful view. We even got used to the roosters crowing. Thanks for the use!

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Guest: Roselle Beniamina (Waimea, HI)
Date of Stay: 01/03/08 Review Submitted: 01/03/08

The Anderson home was perfect for little family getaway. Very spacious, beautifully decorated. The home exceeded my expectations. Quiet and serene with awesome mountain views. Loved the bathrooms!

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Guest: Lisa Love (North Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 01/01/08 Review Submitted: 01/01/08

Just Loved the Place! So New and Clean. We did find that the hot water wasn't working when it was raining or not sunny out. I hope to say at your place again. Thank-you very much for making our stay so comfortable.

Owner response:Thanks, Lisa. We had to re-set the back-up electric timer on the solar hot water system. Everything's Great Now. Glad you had a nice stay. Andy Anderson

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Guest: michelle oberg (kappa hi. 96746)
Date of Stay: 12/31/07 Review Submitted: 12/30/07

We completely enjoyed our stay.The view is breathtaking.The house is perfect.The shower is like being in your own spa.

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Guest: Urte (Germany)
Date of Stay: 10/21/07 Review Submitted: 10/21/07

Very nice vacation home. Great lanai with nice view. Nice furniture, high ceilings and great bath (stone shower). All very clean and comfortable. We would like to come back!

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Guest: Lei1 (Kailua)
Date of Stay: 10/02/07 Review Submitted: 10/02/07

This was an absolutely beautiful house in a perfect location. The kitchen, baths, and bedrooms were awesome! We barbequed off the back deck in the afternoons and enjoyed the mountain views. Here in Anahola, my family and I were also close to great restaurants in Waipouli, sight-seeing, and the beach. We would definitely stay here again.

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Guest: Diane82 (Fort Collins, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 08/12/07 Review Submitted: 08/12/07

Wonderful, comfortable, clean home. We loved the location "away from it all", and yet very convenient to both north & south sides of the island. We had great walks on the ocean front bike path north of Kealia Beach every morning for the sunrise (no one else on the trail). Eating dinner on the back lanai with Kong will be a fun memory. We wish we had more time in Kuaui; beautiful island with beautiful & friendly people, and a beautiful home - thanks!

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Guest: Joe & Cece (Alpine, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/28/07 Review Submitted: 07/28/07

I just wanted to drop you a quick e-mail on our stay at your home in Kauai. It was great and we found the house to be perfect for our needs. It was a much needed R&R after spending the last year finishing construction on our new home and working full time. I’ve included a couple pictures Cece took of the house. It’s a nice rainbow over the house. We would be interested in taking it for a 3-4 week period. What would be the cost and availability around the November timeframe? Sincerely,Joseph Chaffee - PresidentAriston Consulting & Technologies, Inc

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Guest: Trent2 (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07 Review Submitted: 06/01/07

Beautiful house. Really great view of the mountains from the back patio, great relaxing place for breakfast. The house is in excellent brand new condition, great appliances. Mosiac in shower very nice. Comfortable house. Would stay there again without hesitation. Great value.

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Guest: Niko & Family (Graton, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/18/07 Review Submitted: 04/18/07

Very lovely home, spacious, well thought out and nicely appointed. I have been coming to Kauai for 20 years and love this side of the island the best - it's in the middle of everything and conveniently close to Ono Burger - YUM! We'd definitely come back again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/09/07 Review Submitted: 03/09/07

What a great place and what a great location. This house had so many great features and nice touches. The large kitchen was set up nicely for folks who love to cook. We prepared some fantastic meals there. There was plenty of room for our two families totaling four adults and four children all under nine years old. There were some awesome sunrise views and in the evenings we were treated to wonderful sunsets over Kalalea Mountain (King Kong.) This was a really comfortable place for all of us to stay and we all had a really hard time leaving. If/when we come back to Kauai I would love to come back to this Anahola home. Thanks for making our vacation so enjoyable. Randy

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/02/07 Review Submitted: 02/01/07

What a fabulous place - spacious, clean, private, well- equipped. It's like a home away from home. They provide it all- boogie boards, beach towels, free long distance, internet. I didn't want to leave!!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/08/06 Review Submitted: 11/08/06

The pictures on the website don't do this house justice. It is absolutely gorgeous inside and out, and in a very convenient location right near Anahola Beach, Kealia Beach, and Kapaa. It was perfect for our family with one toddler plus a few other friends for the weekend. I hope we can use it again when we island hop in the future.

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