Comfy, Cozy, Nice, Mellow - Special $496/wk., Best Value

• Very Lovely Home-Style Studio

  Very Lovely Home-Style Studio

  • Guest Warm weather travellers (Anchorage, Alaska)
  • Date of stay 09/05/10
  • Review Submitted 09/14/10
  We stayed one week at the studio and had a wonderful time! The use of the bicycles, beach mats, beach towels, boogie boards and charcoal barbecue was so nice~! We couldn't have found that at a high-rise in Waikiki! The area was so quiet and so convenient to restaurants and shopping (Macy's!), literally minutes away! I want to Thank James for providing us his lovely home - but we only met him briefly on our arrival. The place is much larger and prettier than the photo. The internet worked very well and we enjoyed the many tv channels. There was a medium sized refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, hot plate, coffee pot, coffee and filters, salt and pepper, plates,bowls, utensils and a handy large sink with a scrubby and dish soap to wash them up with. The towels were large and fluffy - even the dishtowels! We will definately stay again! We used the washing machine once ($2.00 wash/dry). What a lovely, affordable plave - felt like our own home for a week! Perfect for two people maximum. We enjoyed eating at Mokes and Teddies for burgers. Highly recommended!!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thank you very much for being such wonderful and considerate guests! We certainly enjoyed sharing our home , kayaks, bikes, boogie boards etc. with such friendly people. We're so glad you enjoyed Kailua so much, it's like heaven on earth to us and we're happy to share it with you! Much Aloha!

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• Simple and Cozy

  Simple and Cozy

  • Guest Jerry (United States)
  • Date of stay 10/03/12
  • Review Submitted 08/11/13
  The house was in a nice & quite location, everything was within a 5-10 minute drive from the unit. The bed was okay but was not a major concern as we only used the room as a place to stay at night when we were not out exploring the island. The owner was accessible and responded quickly in regards to our initial inquiries. The overall experience was good and would highly recommend the properties to others wishing to vacation within the east side of the island. We can't wait until we have the ability to come back out again.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers.

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• Perfect Little Studio! Great for 2 people!

  Perfect Little Studio! Great for 2 people!

  • Guest Sarah L. (San Francisco, CA)
  • Date of stay 03/19/13
  • Review Submitted 08/03/13
  This was a great little studio. My boyfriend & I are from San Francisco, CA. We stayed here for a 1 week in spring. The photos & descriptions provided are very accurate. It has a nice bathroom, AC, little TV, mini fridge, and small table w/ chairs. The studio was very clean. They also provided a change of bed sheets and beach towels as well as free access to their beach gear like boogie boards. The price was very affordable. The location was great, right in Kailua. Just a short 5 minute car ride to the beach. If you're not renting a car, you could definitely walk to the beach in 15 minutes and take a nearby bus to the stores. The neighborhood is nice & quiet with no tourists around. There was a Whole Foods & Down to Earth grocery store also close by. The only downside was the old mattress left my back sore, but other than that, things were great. There is a washer and dryer in the garage that you have access to. I would DEFINITELY stay here again. I was originally very weary of using a rental website and transferring money through PayPal, but it turned out to be very convenient and safe. We never saw the owner during our stay. We just picked up the keys in the mailbox, found our room, and stayed settled in. Then upon departure, we just cleaned up a bit and left the keys for the owner. We also got our deposit back within a timely manner. This little studio in Kailua was sooo much better than staying in busy Honolulu. If I ever get the chance to return to Oahu, I will try and book this place again. THANK YOU very much for letting us stay here!

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• Lived like a local boy

  Lived like a local boy

  • Guest RyRod (Dearborn)
  • Date of stay 07/19/13
  • Review Submitted 07/31/13
  If you want to live like a local then this is for you. I'm a 25 yr/old male that decided to travel to Oahu on my own and this arrangement was perfect. I wanted a real experience; not the whole "tourist" thing or to stay in a hotel in busy Waikiki; like I did when my family first traveled there. The Kailua studio was just what I needed. The neighborhood was quiet and it was incredibly close to downtown Kailua's shopping areas and amazing beaches(Kailua and Lanikai). The house was really easy to get to from the airport as well... Pretty much 3 roads. The room had a small fridge, microwave, a small SD TV (you shouldn't need to watch it much...you're in Hawai'i), window a/c, ceiling fan, tile floors throughout and a great bathroom. The walk in shower was great...and it had a hand-held shower head :). Many cooking utensils were provided too. It was a great place to base my operations from due to its location to Kaneohe, Waimanalo, and freeways. I could hang out with my buddies in Kaneohe, come back to change, and then head to Honolulu for a concert. I never saw the staff either, but that was fine with me. They trusted me to do what I needed to do and I respect that. If you want the "local" experience at a good price I suggest going this route. It's the best feeling to walk out the door to your car in the morning and have the mountains greet you.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thank you very much for your very nice comments. We appreciate it very much as we work hard to make your stay a pleasant experience. We have a nice location ,3 blocks town side of Enchanted Lake shopping Center , so it's convenient to restaurants and Safeway. We try to anticipate and provide everything we would like when we're on vac. Thank you very much. We enjoyed having you visit. Aloha! :-)

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• Great value, very clean, private

  Great value, very clean, private

  • Guest Anne (Canada)
  • Date of stay 02/06/13
  • Review Submitted 02/23/13
  It was wonderful to find really clean, decent accomodation in Kailua for an excellent price. We stayed for two weeks here and are impressed at how well thought out this studio was-with everything we needed including bikes and kayaks. The owner always responded quickly to any questions we had. This studio had no one living above or below and felt like a private cabin. Kailua was a real treat with an incredible beach, shops and great walks. In comparison, Honolulu seemed like a traffic nightmare with overcrowded beaches and shopping. We certainly recommend this suite for anyone seeking decent, cheap, basic accomodation.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers.

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• Clean, quiet & comfortable

  Clean, quiet & comfortable

  • Guest Bob (Kalaheo, Island of Kauai, Hawaii.)
  • Date of stay 10/06/12
  • Review Submitted 10/13/12
  My wife and I spent a week in Unit 3 and was very pleased. I liked that it was in a working class, residential neighborhood. The room was well stocked, & clean. Seriously, you can't go wrong with accommodations that provide a hot plate, microwave, dishes, utensils, pots, pans and my personal favorite, a coffee maker. The tv was a little small, but we really didn't watch it much anyway. Free WIFI and free off street parking is a true value added bonus in a world that charges for the little things. I have already begun telling my friends about this little hideaway and maybe one day we will get an opportunity to stay again.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thank you very much, Robert. We enjoyed having you. We work hard to keep it super clean and equipped with as much comforts of home as possible. Much aloha!

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• a great deal! friendly helpful owner. close to shops.

  a great deal! friendly helpful owner. close to shops.

  • Guest Toms (Santa Ana, Ca)
  • Date of stay 06/07/12
  • Review Submitted 07/13/12
  i couldn't believe I could find anything in this famous neighborhood at such a resonable price! it was a great deal. We drove to the beach each day.about 4 min. We rented kayaks one day and a kitesurfer another day. it was worth the expense. Rode around the neighborhood on James' bikes, old but worked well. Better than renting at $25/day which lots of other tourists in town do. We come 2-3 times a year and this is the best bargain. Newly renovated bathroom and comfy queen bed. Very clean. Knowledgeable owner with fun info. Helps that he has a couple units so 1 is avail when I decide to come at a short notice.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thank you very much. Kailua is a great place to live and vacation in! I enjoyed sharing my knowledge and try to help as I travel myself and appreciate inside information! And thanks for treating our home as your own and keeping it so clean!! Much aloha!

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• Excellent value & clean

  Excellent value & clean

  • Guest Megan H. (Vancouver, British Columbia)
  • Date of stay 01/24/12
  • Review Submitted 03/27/12
  We really enjoyed our stay at this studio apartment for a great price. This place is a short drive to the beautiful Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach, close to restaurants and shops. It is well maintained, clean, bright and air conditioned. The room is small but clean and excellent value for the price. The bathroom is huge, new renovated and very clean. The kitchenette is well stock with basic necessities for a quick meal or BBQ. The owner James is a real pleasure to deal with and very accommodating. We highly recommend this place and would definitely stay here again!! Mahalo James. Alan & Megan, Vancouver, Canada

  Owner response: Thank you very much for your kind words Megan! We appreciate it very much. I enjoyed speaking with such friendly people! WE do our best to keep everything is the best order and provide amenities we anticipate everyone would enjoy having. It's so wonderful to know that our efforts are appreciated. Thanks again.

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/5

• June

  June

  • Guest June (salt lake city, utah)
  • Date of stay 06/21/11
  • Review Submitted 01/27/12
  smaller than the pictures seem. adequate if you're on the go a lot and only need a place to sleep. kitchen amenities awkwardly arranged so not very convenient. very clean, generous use of boogie boards was nice.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: This is the size of a regular Hawaii bedroom. Not large, but a lot bigger than many of the budget hotel rooms here and ie., Europe. Please don't expect luxurious space at this super price! Some hotels do not even have a small refrig like we do. And we try hard to provide all the dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and small appliances you may need.

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• Great Studio, Convenient Location

  Great Studio, Convenient Location

  • Guest LA (Los Angeles, CA)
  • Date of stay 09/13/10
  • Review Submitted 02/25/11
  The studio was perfect and had everything I needed. Microwave, toaster, hot plate, plates, cups, utensils, a small frig/freezer combo that worked perfectly. There were lots of towels, a big closet and a small table with 2 chairs. The bathroom was a good size and the toiletries were such a nice touch. Being able to do laundry ($1.25 to wash/$0.75 to dry) was a plus. Having parking on the premises is great. The studio is close to shopping and restaurants. It was nice to come home to after a day at the beach or sightseeing. I even used the 2 Boogie Boards that were on the private patio. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely stay again!

  Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

Low Season: $65/Night .. $435/week
+13.96% Taxes, +$104.71 Cleaning Fee.
High Season: $69/Night .. $497/Week + $100 refundable damage deposit. 
+13.96% Taxes, +$104.71 Cleaning Fee 
Payment by check or paypal. 1/2 to reserve. Full payment 30 days before check in. 
Low season SPECIAL: $497/wk. all inclusive (taxes/cleaning included)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.