Vacation Rentals by Owner

Great family condo

Guest: tt (Victoria BC)
Date of Stay: 02/04/12 Review Submitted: 02/16/12

Great place to stay on Kauai, close to everything - the condo is exactly as shown in the photos, on quite side of building with pool view and glimpse of water. Two grocery stores right across the street and 10 min from airport. Excellent information provided ahead of visit and all manuals/instructions on site to operate appliances/electronics. Stress free vacation spot.

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

Beautiful Condo in Perfect Location!

Guest: Nguyen Family (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/16/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

Our family had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful condo during our recent trip to Kauai. Everything was as described in the listing. The owner was incredibly helpful in answering all our questions we had and providing plenty of great information prior to our visit. The condo was fully stocked with everything we needed and more. Our kids had a blast playing at the pool with the water slides and it was nice that we were able to stay in the condo and watch them from the lanai. We highly recommend this condo and couldn't be happier with our selection of this unit. Thank you Chris!! We love your condo and hope for a return trip soon!

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

Do-It-Yourself Luxury! Perfect family getaway

Guest: Mark H. (Fremont, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/16/11

If you have a young family, desire luxury, comfort and convenience, willing to forgo expensive extras, then this is the place to go. Young Families: The resort is super convenient located - walking distance to Safeway. The best part of the resort are the well-maintained grounds and pool. With fresh water pools, hot tubs and those fantastic water slides, your children will have a great time. If you have newborns or toddlers, the sand bottom "beach" at the end of the pool is absolutely perfect! You can play with your kids in inches of warm fresh water while they happily play in the sand. Luxury, Comfort and Convenience: The resort is top notch. Very well maintained, super high end appliances and furnishings and beautiful koi pond and gardens. It's 10 minutes from the Lihue airport so no driving - just jump into a cab. Nice to walk on the beach and enjoy the surf. But you want to know about this particular unit. So here's the skinny: Rent this unit! Best Value: Solid location on a higher floor. You get an ocean view from all the lanais but better yet, the view to the grounds and water slides is perfect. One spouse can be with the kids at the slides and pool, and you can call up and talk with your spouse inside the unit. Unit faces east so the views are beautiful in the morning, and you avoid the late afternoon glare. It's decorated EXACTLY as the pictures describe. Furniture is comfy, clean, and functional. All the appliances work and are in good condition. The bedding is comfortable; mattresses are Temper-pedic. (They are nicer than my bed at home.) If you do watch TV, the Sony's XBR are a delight to watch your home videos. Also a nice selection of movies and CDs. The owner has graciously installed a iPod docking station, and a nice HP computer in the master bedroom with a printer! We printed out boarding passes in the unit saving us the hassle of going into the business center. Also a great touch - the bedroom closet had pool toys, snorkeling equipment, lawn chairs, beach mats, and a kick board. And we thought that we would have to buy some of these items when we arrived. Another nice touch, a grocery cart to take with you to Safeway so no need for a car. (Really thoughtful and environmentally friendly) On top of all of this, the owner Chris is so responsive and thoughtful when we booked his unit. All our questions were answered with a few hours. When I received the welcome packet, he included maps/recomendations.

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

Perfect Setting for Daughter's Wedding

Guest: Jeri (Moses Lake, WA 98837)
Date of Stay: 01/22/11 Review Submitted: 02/10/11

Our family recently stayed at this unit while we were on Kauai for my daughter's wedding. As we had only seen pictures of the resort before we went, we were hoping that it was all it professed to be. It was!! The unit was top quality and spacious. The kitchen was beautiful and had all the amenities. The shopping center across the street from the resort had anything that we needed including a Starbucks. The bedrooms have sliding doors where we woke to the sound of the waves on the sand and watched the sun come up. It truly was a relaxing delightful experience. The owner provided us with ample information and maps before we travelled. This was helpful as we had never been to the island. I certainly hope it will be available when we return to Kauai. I think anything else could be disappointing.

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

Guest: Paul F.
Date of Stay: 06/11/10 Review Submitted: 10/24/10

Everything was fantastic. The staff was very helpful and courteous and your place is beautiful! Hopefully we'll be able to get back there soon. Thanks, Paul

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Guest: C.K.P
Date of Stay: 04/17/10 Review Submitted: 10/23/10

I wanted to let you know that we had an incredible time at the resort and in Kauai. The condo was so beautiful and had everything we could possibly need. The views were great and the access was so easy. We parked where you suggested and were able to access the elevator easily to get to the condo. We really enjoyed the Tempurpedic mattress. We had been talking about getting a new bed and were interested in the Tempurpedic so it was great to get to sleep on one for a week and try it out. We slept so well in that bed that we went shopping this weekend for one. The wedding was wonderful and I really liked Steve Mu. If anyone asks, I would recommend him if they want a simple ceremony on the beach. I really want to thank you for everything and I'm certain that we will be returning to Kauai and will be contacting you to rent the condo again. Have a great day! Aloha and Mahalo!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/15/09 Review Submitted: 04/15/09

What a great place. There are definitely some things that make this particular unit a really smart choice. We have stayed at Waipouli two years in a row now. First, location REALLY matters at Waipouli. The 2brm 3BA units are almost all identical, but some overlook a Safeway parking lot, some a full ocean view, some view mountains and fields, others simply the walls of their neighbors, and some, like this unit, have both interior pool view and ocean view. This view worked REALLY well for us. We have kids and having a full view of the incredible interior of the resort with its spectacular pool, waterfalls, slides, etc as well as the ocean gave us a great mix and really entertained the kids. This unit has a computer and printer in it, with free internet access. I used it everyday to check weather, look up activites, directions and even printed a $20 coupon for a boat ride. Very important - The pricing of these Waipouli units is all over the map. There are some big variables as far as cleaning goes. This unit includes DAILY MAID SERVICE and full cleaning when you leave AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. Many other units include no daily cleaning, charge for midweek cleaning AND for cleaning when you leave. Your cleaning bill could add hundreds of dollars to your stay! In addition, THIS unit is managed by the onsite company, Outrigger. Because of this, you get daily amenities like clean towels, shampoo, etc... and more importantly, if something goes wrong like an air conditioner, stove, etc... they can respond in minutes to fix it, versus you trying to contact the owner, agent, etc and having them contact their handyman, etc... As an aside, since this unit is managed by the onsite Outrigger people, which costs this owner a bundle, you have the priviledge of charging things to your room, like dinner, drinks etc while at the restaurant, spa, yada yada... versus having to carry your purse to the pool, etc... It came in quite handy when I was not expecting to need refreshments. On another financial note, I just saw that this owner is now INLCUDING tax!!! If you take out the tax, departure cleaning, and daily cleaning, it means he is really renting his interior ocean view unit for a comparable rate of around $250 a night, very much on the low end for this view type. Last this particular owner has been very pleasant and professional. He worked with me to hold my dates for a couple of days till I could book good deals on airfare. He sent very helpful maps a

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/10/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/09

We had a great time at this condo/resort. Unit F304 is nicely situated in the resort and the location of the resort itself was good for access to all of the island. The pool was heated and we even got my 72 year old Mom who can't swim to go down one of the waterslides. The sand in the bottom of the hot tubs was neat. There was a cooler and beach chairs in the second bedroom closet which were nice to have for our day trips. The internet was also nice to have so we could watch the weather forecast and plan our excursions accordingly. We will be recommending this condo to others. Thanks Chris. Dan & Marj Alberta Canada

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/11/08 Review Submitted: 09/11/08

Our family highly recommends staying at this condo. We had an amazing vacation. The resort and unit are truly the best accommodations we have ever stayed in - you literally have everything you could ever need (or want) at your fingertips. We have two young children, so having the extra space was fabulous. And, the owner far exceeded our expectations by catering to our every need. As other reviews have said, the pool is fantastic and staying across the street from the Safeway is extremely convenient. As if that weren't enough, we found the location to be perfect for traveling north to Princeville or south to Poipu. Lastly, we cannot stress enough how accommodating the owners are - they were truly a pleasure to deal with. My 4 year old keeps asking me when we're going back so I'm fairly certain that a repeat stay is in our future. The Budeshtsky Family

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Guest: Marcia & Joey (Bellevue, WA)
Date of Stay: 07/23/08 Review Submitted: 07/23/08

This condo is wonderful. There's nothing you need, everything is there. We enjoyed it so much. The grounds and pool area are fantastic. We look forward to visit F304 again. Thanks Chris for making such a welcoming vacation home for all to enjoy.

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Guest: The Kent Family (-)
Date of Stay: 05/16/08 Review Submitted: 05/16/08

We had a fantastic stay in F304. It was better than advertised. Our kids loved the pool area and despite being there during Spring Break, it never felt crowded. The beachside grill was decent and convenient (including poolside service). With young kids in tow, you cannot beat having a Safeway directly across the street! Pizzetta and Kintaro were great restaurants nearby (you will definitely need a reservation for Kintaro). Although a tedious drive for kids, Waimea Canyon should not be missed. Overall, one of our best vacations in Hawaii.

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Guest: Nick15 (Seaford, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/22/08 Review Submitted: 04/22/08

The condo was great, never stayed in such a top shelf condo unit like this before. Chris has provided everything one would need including a computer and ipod station. The location in the complex was good because you got the whole pool view and partial ocean view past the pool. The beachside bar and grill was a nice addition especially during happy hour every day between 4 and 6. Would stay here again on our next visit to the lovely island of Kauai.

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Guest: Dorothy and Mark
Date of Stay: 02/20/08 Review Submitted: 02/19/08

We had a great time at your condo! We loved being able to look out on the attractive pool with the ocean in the background. It was beautifully outfitted and very conducive to relaxing. The kids loved swimming in the heated pool. We were extremely pleased there was a hot tub the kids could use. It was very convenient to have computer access. Also, Mark really liked the ipod dock

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Guest: Renee & Alex (Iowa City, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 01/09/08 Review Submitted: 01/09/08

What a wonderful unit and owner! We stayed here with another couple over New Year's and couldn't have been happier. Chris even sent us champagne to celebrate New Year's Eve! The unit and resort are beautiful and the location is great. We will gladly stay here again and will recommend Unit F304 to our friends.

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Guest: Gail & Mike (Alamo, CA )
Date of Stay: 01/07/08 Review Submitted: 01/07/08

This was our first trip to Kauai and we could not have been more pleased. The entire resort is well put together. Chris's unit is in the perfect location. It is set back from the pool so you don't get bothered by the joyful noise, yet you see the pool and ocean. The unit is VERY well appointed...there was not one thing that we said we wished we had! We would cook breakfast at the condo and I was pleased at all the ammenities. I don't like to go on vacation and "make do" and that was NEVER an issue. Our girls enjoyed their own room equipped with their "own TV, awesome big bath and deck with a view of the slides and Arials swim grotto." The poolside bar service made it very relaxing for mom and dad, and Jason at the Grill is so welcoming. Don't forget to take your morning coffee to the beach...two of our mornings the Hawaiian Monk seals were sunning themselves. Kapaa has many great places to eat...a must on your way back from exploring you have to stop at Buritto Head. The owner is from CA and so friendly. The best chicken taco...we were bummed we only got to eat there twice. As for sit down nice restuarants, two top our list...#1 Kintaro Japanese Restaurant #2 Hukilau Lanai. Don't waist your time or money at Coconuts...after 2.5 hours our kids were going to the bartender for water refills. No ONO there!! The shopping center across the street is very convenient. After a long day at the beach, we walked across the street, got the kids a Cold Stone, walked back to the resort and sat watching the Koi fish and counting the frogs...it doesn't get much more relaxing than that!! We recommmend this unit and owner any time. Thanks again Chris...Mahalo!!

Owner response:(Additional comments from Gail & Mike): "I really do think your unit was in an awesome location...no traffic noise, end unit so only one neighbor, at night with the slider open you can enjoy sound on the palms blowing...I spent a lot of time researching location and I am sooooooooooo glad I was at your unit. "

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Guest: Suzanne7 (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/03/07 Review Submitted: 12/03/07

What a great resort and a wonderful unit. As this unit is situated on the 3rd floor, facing the pool (with a bit of a view of the ocean beyond), it was magical sitting out on the lanai at night, looking at the tiki torches lighting up the gorgeous pool. Our kids could spend most of the day at the pool with waterfalls, slides, food service, towel service and a family hot tub. The owner of the unit was very helpful and had the place stocked with everything you need, down to laundry soap, coffee, a clean kitchen sponge, and an amazing kitchen. Daily cleaning service made staying in a condo that much more relaxing for the whole family. We plan on returning next year.

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Guest: Christine15 (Carlsbad, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/05/07 Review Submitted: 11/05/07

Everything about this unit is perfect! The owner is a delight to work with, the condo is first-rate and absolutely stunning. My kids loved the pool and waterslides, we loved the pebbles on the bottom of the jacuzzis. We only wished we had stayed here for our entire visit. Without a doubt would stay not only at Waupouli Beach Resort again, but at this particular unit. The grocery store was within walking distance, which made picking up a couple of things very easy. The location of the Waupouli Beach Resort was perfect for getting to both Poipu as well as Princeville. We loved every minute.

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Guest: Michelle S.
Date of Stay: 07/05/05 Review Submitted: 10/24/10

Your condo was fabulous - everything we could have wanted. We loved the whole complex and the service was really good...We would definitely stay in your place again if we come back to Kauai - it was perfect. Regards, Michelle

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