A piece of paradise

Guest: Cassidy (Kendall Pak, NJ , USA )
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 12/26/07

Hi Barry, We had a truly wonderful time at your comfortable house and loved the freedom it allowed us for exploring the surrounding area. All my sons agreed that the nicest beaches in Hawaii ,that they visited, were the ones closest to us in Kauai. ( we were also on the Big Island earlier in our trip). They jumped from the pier in Hanalei endless times . They buried each other in the sand over and over again on Lumahai . They were forever fascinated by the resident crabs( and fish) in the early evening at Ke'e . All the lads( including my husband) loved the outdoor shower! I ,myself ,was partial to the upstairs room and shower(delightful)! I loved the sound of the rain through the night and how everything green glistened in the morning. I also enjoyed the crisp sounds of the birds in the trees and even the roosters began to sound melodic(!) I took many photos of the sunsets and each is so different and so amazingly stunning . People who see my photos do not believe that the sky can be so vibrant. I tell them "only in Kauai" . My husband knew about the hawaiian style guitar playing and managed to get to a concert in Hanalei. He has become an avid fan. We hiked 2 miles( and back) on the Kalalau trail . We visited the Kilauea refuge and were intrigued by the nesting birds. We hiked in the Waimea canyon and my boys experienced the thrill of the water fall. We swam and played (on all the northern beaches around Hanalei and beyond). We ate the most delicious fruit, fish, ice cream and smoothies. We had an amazing , memorable vacation. Thank you for sharing your unique home with us. Thoughts, M, H, and the lads

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

Simply Amazing

Guest: Jeff (Douglas)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11 Review Submitted: 11/11/11

WOAH. This place exceeded all of my expectations. Set up in a river valley above Wainiha/Hanalei, 100 Shades did not disappoint. Master bedroom is the size of a football field, with tall vaulted open-woodwork ceilings, and nicely appointed with a private shower & bath. Guest bedrooms are less dramatic but comfortable. Kitchen is nicely equipped and well kept. Living room is fine with a very large TV (we didn't spend any time in this room, nor did we ever turn on the TV). The Lanai may be 100 Shades' best feature. Very large with comfortable furnishings including a heavenly double hammock. Very nicely decorated with a dozen or so antique surfboards. At first them seemed like kitch, but after some consideration, they reveal themselves as intricate masterpieces of surf artistry. We spent hours and hours on the Lanai. It invites eating, drinking, reading, napping, chatting, and listening to the wild. The grass yard down to the river is inviting and well kept. Both open and sufficiently private/tropical. Hottub on the deck is OK (small, older model). Outdoor shower is nothing fancy, but it's fun. House is nicely stocked with travel books, snorkel gear, beach stuff, sarongs, etc... Feels like a real house where real people leave. But still clean and tidy. North Shore is the best place on the island. Slightly cooler, slightly rainier, but still plenty of warmth and sun. Dramatic cliffs and lush tropical gardens. Can't be beat. Skip the resorts and see Kauai how it was meant to be seen. I will be back to 100 Shades. Hopefully soon... A real gem by any standard.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

So Thankful to Be Here!

Guest: Heidi (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/13/11

How completely we enjoyed 100 Shades of Green! The gardens are just exquisite, and the house equally so. I traveled with a flower expert and a gourmet cook. Each was delighted with 100 Shades. The kitchen is very well-equipped, and we especially enjoyed eating fresh fruit from the garden. All meals were taken on the lanai with the sound of the rushing stream and the soft touch of the tropical breeze. The Jacuzzi was a very welcome luxury. Merely being at 100 Shades made us feel that we were having the ultimate tropical experience. We really had to force ourselves to leave the house each day, in order to see some sights! We will always remember hiking the Kalalau Trail, kayaking on the Hanalei River, and taking a boat trip to see the Na Pali Coast and snorkel off the shore of Ni'ihau. My husband said it so well, when he said of 100 Shades of Green, "I am so thankful to be here."

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

Guest: Keith Menasco (-)
Date of Stay: 10/19/09 Review Submitted: 10/19/09

We have totally enjoyed our stay here at 100 Shades of Green. This is truly a place for relaxing and re-charging. We have travelled to Kauai many times and we agree that your home has been our best trip yet. It was perfect to enjoy breakfast and watch the birds from the lanai. Our days were filled with our favorite things to do . . . We thank you for sharing your home with us. You have done a wonderful job of making it inviting and well-stocked and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the Wainiha Quadrangle Top Map. We spent a lot of time orienting ourselves using it to locate favorite spots. The BIG surprises of coconuts when they fell on the deck or shed. You had warned us so we were watching out. We have to return to real life now. Thank you for providing us a place that we will always remember. Mahalo and Aloha.

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Guest: Michael Mueller (-)
Date of Stay: 08/12/09 Review Submitted: 08/12/09

This was our third time here on the Hawaiian Island and on Kauai our most favorite island. We love the North Coast and Hanalei. Your beautiful house is really the best place to stay on the whole island - so lush, so tropical, so 100 shades of green. We enjoyed the evenings on the romantic screened in lanai and in the wonderful whirlpool. And our nights with deep relaxing sleep to the sound of the river and with the fresh breeze always going through the house. You did an excellent job of decorating the house, Barry. So pretty, so unusual, such a great mix of Hawaiian and 'rest of the world'. We specifically liked the Asian art and the paintings which bring some Northern atmosphere to this tropical place. It reminded me of the"Group of Seven" paintings. We had a great stay with many beach days and super snorkeling. We finally did a helicoptor tour on the Hughes 500 with no doors - a lifetime experience. And we sailed the NaPali Coast. Should we have a chance to come to Kauai for a fourth time, we will definitely stay here again. Thanks a lot. Mahalo.

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Guest: David Lechuga (-)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09 Review Submitted: 07/13/09

Barry, we loved using your home for the 2nd half of our vacation on Kauai. It is a home with a lot of personality. I think the screened in lanai/porch is our favorite - incredibly comfortable, cool and soothing with the sounds of the river flowing. The master bedroom was very comfortable as well - loved how spacious it is, and how the sound of the river and rain wells you to sleep. The young adults with us were comfortable in the room and the living room as well. We all loved the outdoor shower, surf boards, the spa, porch and barbecue. Besides hanging out at the house, we went to beaches - Queen's Bath, Hideaways, Hanalei, Tunnels, Ke'e, Kipu Falls, Secret, Kalihiwai, etc. We've been coming to Kauai every year since 1995 Coming back to the house at the end of the day or afternoon was rewarding. Can't say enough about your house. We took many photos of the grounds, house and each other immersed in activity here. Again, thank you!

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Guest: Mike Morrison (-)
Date of Stay: 07/05/09 Review Submitted: 07/05/09

What a great week. We love to come to the North Shore and "try slo" as the sign reads on Powerhouse Road. . . The style team from Architectural Digest way west found your decor highly original, supercute, and fun to live with. A previous place we stayed took bland as the design concept - travertine with tan (think 100 shades of beige). 100 Shades of Green is much better. And did we mention the view. We hijaced it via ipod and brought it back as a screen saver. Muchas mahalos.

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Guest: Peggy Canderle (-)
Date of Stay: 06/17/09 Review Submitted: 06/17/09

Barry - What a wonderful time we all had! The peace, quiet and you really know how to decorate and create ambience and you've thought of everything - right down to amusement for the little ones! Thank you. Thank you. We will come and stay longer next time. We've stayed at several other places - we like yours the best!

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Guest: Christine Waters Rust (-)
Date of Stay: 06/14/09 Review Submitted: 06/14/09

I could list 100 ways that 100 Shades of Green is just wonderful!!!! We live on Oahu, in the back of a beautiful valley and our future projects are screening in our deck and an upstairs master bedroom! You can bet we have taken notes on this place. The sound of the river and the stars and smell that permeate the night made for the best sleeping ever. We came with 4 boys who made several "river runs" on body boards from the falls to the bridge. Their laughter and joy could be heard down the valley. The use of surfboards and color made the decor feel so made for us. We hope to come back many, many times.

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Guest: Christine Murphy (-)
Date of Stay: 05/17/09 Review Submitted: 05/17/09

My boyfriend and I stayed here for 3 nights which was not enough time by far. The place is amazing! We are in such awe of this house and can't take enough pictures. The screened-in lanai was the perfect place to unwind after a hike and the outdoor shower adds to the beauty of this place. Also love the surfboards. Kauai has so much to offer it was hard to choose from the activities to do. . . Thank you so much Barry for allowing us to enjoy our stay here. Your place is absolutely perfect (a dream home really). We can't wait to return.

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