Reviews for Private Homes Vacation Rental - VRBO 22376 - 3 BR Princeville House in HI, Ocean View Home on Golf Course. Less Than $1,000 Per Week!

Perfect Place in Paradise

Guest Lorrie S.
Date of stay 04/30/13
Review Submitted 05/10/13

The location of this home is spectacular. We stayed here for a family get together during a week in May and couldn't have enjoyed your home more. The snorkel equipment and boogie boards, beach chairs, all were appreciate by young and old alike! The Albatross were nesting very nearby allowing us to observe the nest and the parents and some courting mates. All very special. Thanks for sharing your home with us, wish we could call it our own!!! We hope to return in the not too far future! We would love to stay here again.

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

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It was a great time for us

Guest mj5718
Date of stay 01/11/13
Review Submitted 01/21/13

The ad in VRBO is very accurate, so we weren't disappointed. The owners made it all so easy and have recommended it to our friends already. Thanks so much for a wonderful vacation.

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

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Great place, wonderful views

Guest Maggie M.
Date of stay 11/04/12
Review Submitted 11/15/12

This property is in a great location. We really enjoyed the view and watching the golfers. At the end of day it was great place to view the sunset. It was comfortable with all the conveniences of home. Everything was there that we needed to make our trip perfect. The owners were very helpful.

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

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smilesfromkel

Guest smilesfromkel
Date of stay 08/03/12
Review Submitted 08/19/12

We loved our stay here. The pictures did not do the size of the house justice. Very clean and comfortable but they should invest in some memory foam or a new matress in the master bed. The view is absolutly beautiful. From the patio or living room (large windows wall to wall) you can see a waterfall in the distance from one direction the golf course and ocean in another which makes for great sunsets and bbq's. Which we had many. The house had everything needed for cooking and bbq's. I suggest checking the cupboards and frig. Before shopping. Its in a great location take a walk down the street the house is on and your at queens bath or walk across th golf course through the condos to secret beach ( my favorite beach) for great snorkling. Princeville adventures is just outside the princeville entrance for kayaking and zipline(so fun). Hanalei is the closest town where you have to try shaved ice paradise , village snack shop & bakery for the best tropical pancakes and tahiti nui for great local entertainment (decendents filmed here) and the best mai tais. Tunnels beach for great snorkeling with sea turtles or ke'e beach at the end of the road for snorkeling and hiking on the napali coast. The house had wifi' snorkle gear a several boogie boards, inflaitables, towels and ice chests available. Warning geckos love to talk to each other early in the morning and so do the roosters. We found a centipede in the house and bright green lizards on the patio. Bannas and plumeria grow off the patio too and different types of colored birds will join you for breakfast just off the patio. You'll also see many rainbows..just beautiful. Wish i could share some of the pictures.

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

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Melaki- A hidden GEM

Guest Caliscuba
Date of stay 06/21/12
Review Submitted 07/02/12

Excellent place to stay, clean and very affordable. Nothing like sitting on the porch watching the sunset over the ocean BBQ steaks. The house is clean in a nice neighborhood. Will recommend to everyone this is the place to stay. Owners are organized and easy to work with.

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.

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Great family vacation rental

Guest Sara
Date of stay 06/05/12
Review Submitted 07/14/12

We recently stayed at this house for 2 weeks with our 3 young boys, and we had a fabulous time. We vacation regularly in Kauai, so the island itself wasn't new to us, and we have stayed in a variety of vacation rentals. This was by far our favorite. The location is great with gorgeous views and an easy evening stroll to admire the sunset, albatrosses nesting nearby, and very little noise other than the occasional rooster crowing. The inside of the house is well-layed out and comfortable and the house is well stocked with basic supplies. The house has huge windows through which to enjoy the view. Most-importantly, there is great outdoor space for dining and relaxing. The owners were also friendly, prompt and helpful. We would highly recommend Melia Kai and hope to say there again soon.

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

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Family holiday with teenagers

Guest Linda
Date of stay 03/09/12
Review Submitted 03/25/12

We spent 11 days in Kauai. Overall, the vacation was wonderful. We have 2 teenagers, 16 and 13. The home size and layout was perfect for us. My husband and I had our own "wing", master bedroom with bathroom, and our children each had their own room and they shared their own bathroom. The home had an open feel, windows faced the fairway with the ocean in the distance. We could see the whales breaching in the distance from the living room. The walk down the fairway was very nice, baby albatross in protected grass areas, to a tee box with great views of Queens Bath in one direction, and the mountains with Hideaway Beach in the other. We travelled around most of the island, and though the north side is slightly cooler, and wetter, it is much more lush and tropical with many waterfalls, beautiful uninhibited beaches all a short walking distance from the road. Though the house is slightly dated, it is very comfortable and you can not go wrong for the cost! We would return again, if the opportunity arises.

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

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North Shore

Guest suzie
Date of stay 12/19/11
Review Submitted 12/31/11

Wonderful place to stay, the store is close by and enjoyed siting on the deck and watching the birds and looking at the stars at night. Great place for family's to be together relax ans have fun. The house was clean and well maintained. Great having the washer and dryer

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

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Awesome home and location

Guest RP11101
Date of stay 11/02/11
Review Submitted 11/14/11

This was our first trip to Kauai and it couldn't have been better. The location and views were amazing. Melia Kai was close to everything on the north coast. The house was clean, well maintained, and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend Melia Kai to anyone considering a stay on Kauai

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

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Melia Kai Vacation House

Guest Ali S
Date of stay 10/24/11
Review Submitted 11/09/11

We just returned from our Kauai vacation and loved it! Melia Kai was the perfect place to stay for three couples or a small family. You can't beat the price or location. We loved being on the North Shore. We were so close to the best shopping and beaches. The guys really loved being right on the golf course. Our favorite little spot, Queen's Bath, was a 5 minute walk from the house. We can't wait to come back. Thanks again!

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

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Perfect rental for our honeymoon

Guest Married-9-10-11
Date of stay 09/12/11
Review Submitted 09/22/11

We just stayed here September 12-17, 2011 and we both loved it. It was ideal for us to have a place of our own while we were exploring Kauai. Loved being able to walk to Queen's Bath and watch the wonderful sunsets from the patio while eating the creations we made fom all the local food purchased in nearby Hanalei. Everything exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend this rental to couples that enjoy the simple pleasures and families who want to stay in a home that is comfortable, welcoming and close to the beautiful north shore part of Kauai!

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

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Love this Place

Guest Grant
Date of stay 07/07/11
Review Submitted 07/20/11

Second time staying at Melia Kai. Great location on the North end of the island right on the Makai Golf course. Great evening walks on the golf course with beautiful views of the sunset and Hanalei Bay. Great snorkel/swim Beaches are very close. We particularly like staying here because it feels like a home and NOT a hotel or a condo. It's an older mid century house and has a spacious, relaxed feeling with great light from it's large windows and high ceiling. Also, we like to cook and BBQ instead of going out for every meal and the kitchen is decent and the deck is great with a good Weber BBQ. Our King bed was very comfortable too. Not some old heap that needs to be replaced. I think this is an incredible value and I will recommend it to my friends, family and to you. Enjoy!

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

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Beautiful vacation spot!

Guest Kauai visitor
Date of stay 06/28/11
Review Submitted 07/12/11

This house is in a gorgeous location in Princeville and has a magnificent view of the golf course and the ocean. We found beaches within walking distance and the grocery store is just a five minute drive. The owners are very kind and helpful and the house is clean and roomy. We had a GREAT time and highly recommend it!!

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

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Relax in

Guest Medamaoyaji88
Date of stay 12/12/10
Review Submitted 12/31/10

My family stayed at Melia Kai for 2 weeks in December. I was stressed after a long year and really needed the time to unwind and relax with the kids. We LOVED it!! We were just a short walk to Queen's bath, and located within a few minutes from many beautiful beaches. My youngest (9) learned to both snorkel and boogie board on this trip. Absolutely beautiful! We've visited Hawaii on many occasions over the years and this was the most comfortable accommodations we've had yet! There's nothing like being in a home setting. You can stay at a condo and still cook for yourself, but being in a home really makes it special. Gives you the feeling of being home. Like I said...we loved it. Can't wait to make the trip back!!

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

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Fantastic Value, Location & Views

Guest The Turtles
Date of stay 11/23/10
Review Submitted 12/17/10

We have been coming to Hawaii almost every year since 1999. Melia Kai is about the best value in Kauai especially being right on the golf course with a beautiful ocean, mountain and golf course view. A couple minute walk to the 7th hole of the Makai Golf Course will take you to one of the most beautiful par 3's in the world and is a fantastic place to watch the sunset and sunrise from the cliffs. The view is amazing. The house itself was perfect for us. We stayed for almost 3 weeks and our daughter and her family including 3 grandkids (1 a baby), stayed with us for 1 week. We had plenty of room. The owner went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable including going out and buying a new Pack N Play for the baby. The house was well stocked and had everything we needed. The view from the living room and deck were great. We watched the albatross everyday from the house and the whales from the cliff. The only negative I can say about the house is that 2 of the 3 bedrooms are a little on the small size to some. To us it was no inconvience at all and I would recommend this house to anyone from a couple to 6 people. We want to vacation in Hawaii in the next year or two and plan on staying here again.

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

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We didn't want to leave!

Guest Wayne and Barb
Date of stay 09/19/10
Review Submitted 09/29/10

The north shore is for us the most beautiful part of the island, Princeville is the most beautiful area on the north shore, and the house and its location have to be one of the best in Princeville! There are many places to see and many activities to enjoy , but it was difficult to leave the house each morning because of the incredible mountain and ocean views and unusual and beautiful birds that delighted us just from the windows and decks; all of that kept tugging us and saying, "Stay, stay." The home itself is charming and provides all that is needed and then some for a very comfortable vacation. We most certainly will recommend this property to anyone who plans to visit Kauai.

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

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Amazing sunsets fantastic location!

Guest Madison
Date of stay 09/08/10
Review Submitted 09/17/10

We rented this property for 10 days during September. There were six adults and this fit us perfectly. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It is also a short walk to Queens Bath and under a mile to Hidden Beach which had amazing snorkeling. The sunsets from the back deck are such an added bonus of this property and the owner was very easy to deal with. We would absolutely book this property again.

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.

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The Perfect Princeville Stay

Guest Hanilea Bay Beach Buddies
Date of stay 08/18/10
Review Submitted 09/09/10

We are long time visitors to Princeville and have rented many different properties. The house is clean, well equiped and comfortable. It is great value with views to the ocean. It could do with some more drapes though! We are already planning our return next year.

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

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Great location, Great Deal

Guest Frequent Hawaii visitor
Date of stay 08/07/10
Review Submitted 08/22/10

The house is located at a very pretty location overlooking the ocean, mountains, and the well-tended golf course. It is within a short walk to Hideaway beach and the Queen's Bath. We walked to the cliff across the golf course to see the sunset. The house is clean and well-maintained and remained cool without any AC. Though a little retro the house may appear we liked the fact it is lovingly cared for. Moreover, what a price for this location! The owner was very accommodating and helpful. We recommend this house to anyone who is interested in a peaceful time on the Kauai's beautiful north shore.

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

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A fabulous place for views, comfort, beaches, bird watching, relaxing

Guest Jungle Jane
Date of stay 04/21/10
Review Submitted 05/15/10

My husband and I spent three wonderful weeks at this island getaway. Fabulous views of the ocean, mountains, and waterfalls. A short walk to the beach, and Queens Bath made our stay that much more enjoyable. The albatross nesting outside the picture window with the cute young fledgling was an unexpected pleasure. We sure miss them! The house was clean, well maintained and perfect for all our needs. This was a very good value for a Hawaiian vacation and I would strongly recommend this property. We plan on going back as soon as possible! Mahalo

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

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Birds and Whales at Melia Kai

Guest The Fuzzy Faithful
Date of stay 04/13/10
Review Submitted 05/02/10

Location location location! This house was in a perfect spot for our vacation. The view across the golf course was gorgeous -- a wide open view of the ocean and we could sit on the deck and watch the whales. The short hike down to Queen's Bath was a perfect way to start most of our days. We especially loved watching the Laysan Albatross family currently living in the backyard! We miss little Fuzzy. The house itself had a great layout for our group and was a perfect home base for all of our North Shore adventures and lazy-days on the beach. A really great value for a fabulous location!

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

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We loved the place and our great Wahine Retreat!

Guest Grateful Wahine Retreat Customer
Date of stay 07/23/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Wahine Retreat customer - My time at the Wahine Retreat reminded me to be thankful for my health and to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. It was a very rewarding experience. Learning to surf with Maggie and Keo was so much fun!!! Keo is such a mellow and easy-going surf instructor. He is also very good at teaching beginners. For me, this retreat had all the right combinations...adventure, comfortable accommodations, connecting with nature, relaxing, yoga and lots of laughter. It was an Aloha Adventure I will treasure for a long time. Mahalo

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

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What an amazing vacation! Mahalo Melia Kai!

Guest The Olson's
Date of stay 02/27/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

My husband and I took 2 other couples and we could not have had a better vacation. The place is perfect. The location was perfect. We were ready to return right when we got back home and I am sure we will return to the Melia Kai home soon. You just can't beat the location. I mean not a soul on the most beautiful beach within a short walk. The pools and waterfalls of Queen Emmas Bath were unbelievable and again,just a short walk. The view from the house is also incredible, on the golf course looking over the ocean. Seriously, this is the best deal on VRBO! Thank you so much for an amazing vacation!

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

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Traveler Reviews (23)

Perfect Place in Paradise

Perfect Place in Paradise

It was a great time for us

It was a great time for us

Great place, wonderful views

Great place, wonderful views

smilesfromkel

smilesfromkel

Melaki- A hidden GEM

Melaki- A hidden GEM

Great family vacation rental

Great family vacation rental

Family holiday with teenagers

Family holiday with teenagers

North Shore

North Shore

Awesome home and location

Awesome home and location

Melia Kai Vacation House

Melia Kai Vacation House

Perfect rental for our honeymoon

Perfect rental for our honeymoon

Love this Place

Love this Place

Beautiful vacation spot!

Beautiful vacation spot!

Relax in

Relax in

Fantastic Value, Location & Views

Fantastic Value, Location & Views

We didn't want to leave!

We didn't want to leave!

Amazing sunsets fantastic location!

Amazing sunsets fantastic location!

The Perfect Princeville Stay

The Perfect Princeville Stay

Great location, Great Deal

Great location, Great Deal

A fabulous place for views, comfort, beaches, bird watching, relaxing

A fabulous place for views, comfort, beaches, bird watching, relaxing

Birds and Whales at Melia Kai

Birds and Whales at Melia Kai

We loved the place and our great Wahine Retreat!

We loved the place and our great Wahine Retreat!

What an amazing vacation! Mahalo Melia Kai!

What an amazing vacation! Mahalo Melia Kai!