Dream Beach Cottage on Molokai's Dramatic East End

• The REAL Hawaiian experience!

  The REAL Hawaiian experience!

  • Guest Natasha
  • Date of stay 04/10/12
  • Review Submitted 02/11/13
  I actually stayed longer ago than the last year, it was in 2008, but when my boyfriend and I were discussing heading to the islands for a little vacation I said that we absolutely HAVE to stay here again! It was so amazing the way the neighbors treat you just like another local. We went on a hike to some awesome secluded waterfalls with Eddie Tanaka (he lives in the house with all the bottles on display in front!) and if you stay here you MUST go meet him and ask for the grande tour! I can't wait to book our next stay!! It's been far too long since we've been back to this particular island and it is VASTLY my favorite! I'm not sure what anyone was complaining about with the dogs... we didn't have any problems with the neighbors dogs... but we WERE invited over for dinner a couple of different nights on our stay and everyone made us feel so welcome here! <3 this little cottage!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Awesome!

  Awesome!

  • Guest Henry
  • Date of stay 07/04/12
  • Review Submitted 01/11/13
  I've been been flying up to Honlulu for the past couple summers and staying 3 weeks with my uncle and his family. In the summer of 2011, I think right after Lisa and Geoff got the house my uncle took me to the house for a week, I was expecting to be bored out of mind stuck at some shack, but Molokai and this house blew me away, and we went back the next year. Over the past two times I've been there I've gone and surfed the super fun waves in Halawa Valley, gone night diving, spent all night failing at catching ulua, caught a bunch of fish off the rocks of the fishpond (papio, etc), watched my little cousin learn how to swim in the fishpond, drifted/dived the awesome surrounding areas, taken some of my favorite landscape pictures, and seen a monk seal swim right up into the fishpond. It's a place I just want to keep coming back to, and it never seems long enough when I'm there. I'm dying to come back.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

  Owner response: Omg you are so sweet. I did not know about all your amazing fishing adventures. You should start writing short stories of your adventures in Molokai...mahalo Henry

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• Peace

  Peace

  • Guest LB
  • Date of stay 05/12/12
  • Review Submitted 05/17/12
  This cottage was perfect. It is in a beautiful location and has everything you need. There is fantastic snorkeling right outside of the door. Definitely go outside of the fish pond and in every direction-it is really great. Rent a car and see everything on the island but spend most of your time right here at the cottage. Very peaceful!

  Owner response: thank you Laura We will be stoked two have you visit again Much Alohas Lisa

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• beach cottage

  beach cottage

  • Guest Sue
  • Date of stay 03/20/12
  • Review Submitted 04/06/12
  This is a great place to stay, so relaxing!! We had a great time! All this place needs to make it perfect are a full size coffee pot and a king size bed LOL.... such little problems... We watched whales from the deck everyday! Went swimming in the fish pond! It was just perfect. Thanks so much Lisa!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

  Owner response: Got the big coffe pot! Thank you guys see you on your next vacation Aloha Lisa

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• Dream Cottage on Molokai

  Dream Cottage on Molokai

  • Guest Jake
  • Date of stay 03/10/12
  • Review Submitted 03/22/12
  The setting for this cottage is nothing short of wonderful, being on our own fishpond with beach and even beach glass which I collect. The cottage, however, though adequate, needs serious updating. I owned a vacation rental on Cape Cod and am well aware of the damage that constant salt can do to wood and metal. The "sliding" glass door simply needed to be replaced long ago. It is minimally functional and an impediment to try to open and close going out and in. Locks on the gates need to be replaced again due to salt damage and getting the key to the cottage in the first place is a difficult arrangement. The cottage otherwise is functional but does not do justice to the beautiful setting.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+.

  Owner response: thank you Walt We have a new glass sliding door and the key is in a lock box now Hope to see you folks soon Aloha Lisa

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• I have seen Paradise and I like it!

  I have seen Paradise and I like it!

  • Guest MASandMAS
  • Date of stay 02/15/12
  • Review Submitted 02/23/12
  This is real Hawaii. The few neighbors we had were gracious and friendly and told us the history of this little settlement. Brought us bananas.There were chickens with babies in the yard, the beach was at your door, The views of the surf and Maui in the distance, watching the local surf fishermen, the birds were magnificant, The cottage was just as cute as it could be. It was simple but well stocked. We had all we needed. We loved the local little eateries, shops. Took Ferry to Lanaii and Maui for the day but they are just tourist traps. Here everything was just fresh and authentic Hawaiian. We rested and read and played games and BBQed. Hated to go. You need a car because it is 20 miled from main town but the drive is breathtaking and each little community on the way is special. PS Mule ride to Kaualapa was worth the price and the sore legs and scary heights, to learn the rich history of the Fr. Damian"s Hanson's (Leper) refuge. We will go again to the Dream Cottages for sure. A wonderful way for us to spend our 42nd Anniversary. Only thing was the cellphone signal was iffy but Lisa was helpful for all questions we had during our stay and we texted.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+.

  Owner response: Maryann It was so nice to have you enjoy Our home and Molokai You really know how to live it up See you on your next vacation Aloha Lisa

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• Honouliwai is a Life Experience

  Honouliwai is a Life Experience

  • Guest Kris
  • Date of stay 09/21/11
  • Review Submitted 02/07/12
  I am so sorry someone left negative feedback about this cottage. I have rented this cottage 3 times, and have always been treated with kindness and respect. Yes, sometimes the dogs bark but it always made me feel safe, and never so much as to keep me awake all night. Honouliwai Bay is one of the most breathtaking spots in the world. The cottage is rough, but well equipped, and I have never gone to Hawaii to hang inside a building! If Walter Naki knocks on the door and asks if you'd like to go fishing or sightseeing, GO! If Eddie Tanaka asks if you'd like to go hiking! GO! Call the Hotel Moloka'i and ask when Eddie will be playing music. From the house you will see amazing sunrises and rainbows dancing around Maui. You are in for a treat, I promise you. If you love Moloka'i, it will love you back. :)

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

  Owner response: Kristin you are right! Molokai will love you back! And we love that you love our little heaven See you soon!

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• cute cottage

  cute cottage

  • Guest Flaca
  • Date of stay 11/01/11
  • Review Submitted 12/04/11
  Molokai Island is a beautiful virgin Isle, we have been here a couple of times. However we will NOT be staying or referring people to this cottage. The dogs across the street 4-5 pitbulls are constantly barking at night and you will not get any rest. Second of all you are not treated like a paying customer and are expected to do the caretaker's job. Be careful, because if you run the water tank low you might get yelled at by the caretaker and she belittle's you. The little beach area could of been cleaner. Make sure you are clear on your cleaning deposit.

  Owner response: So sad you did not have a good experience :( Our caretaker had to retire because of illness The dogs have never been a problem before or after Hope you folks are doing well Aloha Lisa

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• Perfect Beach Cottage

  Perfect Beach Cottage

  • Guest I heart Molokai
  • Date of stay 10/03/11
  • Review Submitted 11/12/11
  This is a diamond in the rough. We absolutely fell in love with this beach cottage. We had the most amazing trip. It’s a perfect beach cottage in the east side of the Island away from it all. You get the most amazing sunrises and during a full moon it lights up the ocean, which it’s all around you. This a great place to get away from every day Chaos and just RELAX.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: thank you Maribel And congratulations on your engagement!!!! we heard he proposed during your stay:)

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• Please do NOT stay at this property because I want it open...

  Please do NOT stay at this property because I want it open...

  • Guest D'Laine
  • Date of stay 06/02/08
  • Review Submitted 07/07/11
  I have never had a better vacation. I've never had a better 'life experience.' I would be happy to LIVE in this home looking at the fishtrap, snorkling the reef, and doing yoga every morning for the rest of my life. And ALOHA! to Elona! East Texans and Molokians are very much alike. FRIENDLY people. This is the place to 'find yourself', but please don't rent this property since I would like it available anytime I want to stay here! heheh LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+.

  Owner response: Dear Thomas The cottage is waiting for your yoga times! :) Hope you can visit again Lisa

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$160 a night plus tax
Cleaning fee $125
$250 reservation/damage deposit
Must date and sign rental agreement
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