Location: Private Homes, Princeville, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Private Home
"Hale 'O Imi Loa" (Hawaiian for "House of Christopher", and named after our son Chris) is located in a quiet, remarkably beautiful residential area of Princeville, in a charming cul-de-sac with a view of Makana Mountain, renowned for the "Bali Hai" rock, recognized in dozens of Hollywood movies. If peace and quiet is your thing, this is the place for you. Best described as modest, cozy, quiet, and cottage-like. Access (either through hiking, walking, or driving) to major attractions is literally minutes away: island helicopter tours, horseback riding, golfing, zipping, scuba diving, beaches.
Privacy and quiet are the hallmarks of this home, and is a major reason we decided to own it. Staying here has more of a "this is what it feels like to live in Hawaii" quality and less like being surrounded by hustle and bustle. The property is very child-friendly, has a variety of huge palm trees, and numerous varieties of flora and fauna. The swishing of palm trees and the soft sound of occasional showers adds to a truly unique tropical experience. Tables and chairs in both front and back yards (grass in the backyard, red bricked patio in the front) invite breakfast, dinner, relaxation.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : The air conditioning (very effective) consists of a large ceiling fan in the: living room, kitchen, dining room, both bedrooms.
- Linens Provided : A linen closet is provided in the hallway connecting the bedrooms, and is very well stocked, including blankets.
- Washer : The washer is in the unit.
- Dryer : The dryer is in the unit.
- Garage : Although there is an enclosed garage, at this time it is for the personal use of the owners.
- Off Street Parking : The driveway is very large, as can be seen from the picture of the home. Will fit two to three cars.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : The driveway leading to the home entrance has enough room for an RV, or a car and a speedboat, or a car and a small trailer.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Both bedrooms have Queen beds.
- Crib : Playpen/crib (Pac-N-Play) stored in front bedroom closet.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 26" Sony Bravia flat screen TV.
- DVD
- Video Library : 200 plus DVDs are available, which are added to every three to four months.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Dozens of CD's, ranging from classical to Hawaiian favorites.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : In addition to the inlaid glass counter-top stove/oven, sink, and refrigerator, there is a garbage disposal, Mr. Coffee programmable coffee maker, coffee grinder, microwave, and large rice cooker.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : It has it all!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher : Small, but effective.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Large, clean, and effective.
- Deck/Patio : A large, red-bricked-paved patio on the outside, front (just beyond the living room area), with a table and chairs (can seat 4-6) is available. Have breakfast, lunch, dinner and take in the view of the "Bali Hai" mountain in the distance.
- Lanai : A large roofed lanai that can sleep another three people (kids will love this!) as there are three automatically inflatable aerobeds that are very comfortable. For adults, too! In addition, come from the beach or hiking and use the outdoor shower next to the lanai!
- View/Location
- Mountain View : In the distance, have your morning coffee/tea on the outside brick patio (table and chairs) and see the "Bali Hai" mountain, one of the island sites of Jurassic Park I and III, South Pacific, Seven Days and Seven Nights, and dozens of other Hollywood movies made on Kauai. Most recently, Princeville and Kauai's north shore were two of the locations featured in the filming of Avatar.
- Communications
- Telephone : A landphone is available for on-island calls at no charge. This feature only allows Kauai in-coming and/or out-going calls (no charge). No calls can be accepted or made off-island. Personal cell phones, however, will do both.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Lovely garden "Hawaiian"outdoor fully curtained shower next to the lanai, with bench, towel rack, and shower-caddy. Beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, games, beach towels. Library of books: classics, adventure, Hawaiiana, hiking trail books.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : The backyard is lined on one side with ten-foot hibiscus hedges, and is private. Just beyond the hedge is a public access to a football-sized all-grass park, accommodating baseball, football, soccer, volleyball, and/or badminton. There are many board games (chess, cards, etc.) in the linen closet as well. Our four-year-old granddaughter loves to fill the birdfeeder in the back yard, and sprinkle birdseed (can be purchased at the local Ace Hardware and/or Foodland supermarket)for literally dozens of native wild-bird species, as well as a family or two of chickens, roosters, and baby chicks! You won't believe the bird festivity! Watching the birds is an activity unto itself. We usually do the feedings in the morning and early evening. The birds wait for us at those times! Our granddaughter says her favorite thing to do in Hawaii is "chase the chickens!"
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking inside the home, OR on the LANAI, as the lanai is connected to both the dining room and the kitchen.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Zipping! What an exhilarating experience! Attached to a cable, criss-cross high above valleys, swim, and return the same way! Definitely a must do! Just 10 minutes from our home.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low ... $125/night .. $875/week
High .. $150/night .. $1050/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Honeymooner Princeville Home on Quiet Cul-De-Sac!
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
First and foremost in our decision to buy a vacation rental in Princeville is its breath-taking vistas, the richness of the flora and fauna, the lack of crowds, and the number of beaches. We chose the North Shore of Kauai as one can walk the long beaches, and be totally alone, so much so that often you see no one for as far as the eye can see! You feel as if you are on a deserted island. The feeling, for us, enriches, nourishes, and heals us like no other place on earth.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The benefits of staying at our home are many. Aside from the views, the smells, and the access to so many activities, the greater benefit is internal. This unique home captures the indoor-outdoor Hawaiian feel. It is a retreat for privacy and comfort for couples, as well as for fun and safety for children. Another important benefit is its affordability!
The quaint town of Hanalei ("Lei Making"in Hawaiian), home of Hanalei Bay,rated (2009) the No.1 beach in the United States! From our home: 4.2 mi. (10 min. by car).
Made famous by the movie "South Pacific".White sand beach. Stunning, beautiful. Lumahai:"dangerous, sacrifice, capsize, rolled by the waves")Kauai's most dangerous beach due to unpredictable strong wa
Kalalau refers to a species of taro, in Hawaiian. Trail access at Ke'e Beach. Stunning, winding trail along the Na Pali Coast. A must do! : 11 mi. (19 min. by car).
Made famous by "South Pacific". Spectacular mountain views. Swimming, snorkeling, surfing, paddling, shell-searching, camping, walking: 9.4 mi. (17 min. by car).
The last beach accessible by car. Much of "The Thornbirds" was filmed here. Na Pali Coast to the West. Beautiful sunsets. Great snorkeling: 11 mi. (19 min. by car).
Total:11 miles. Breath-taking hike along the Kalalau Trail, accessed at Haena State Park. Filmed in: Jurassic Parks I and III, South Pacific and others. From our home: 11 mi.(19 min.).
To get to Princeville, follow the signs for Kapaa, Kilauea, Hanalei and Princeville: 28.9 mi. (40-50 min., depending on traffic).
Know how to get here! An absolute must in case of injury, allergic reactions. Emergency room. From our home: 28.7 mi. (49 min.)
Take a tour of the lighthouse.3-acre site, part of a 203-acre bird sanctuary and wildlife refuge. Museum,gift store. Must see. From our home: 7.7 mi. (18 min.).
Anini refers to a native tree or shrub("ti" family)Protected by Hawaii's largest coral reef. Windsurfers heaven. Tranquil, family friendly. Bathroom, showers, parking. From our home: 6.6 mi.(17 min.)
Limahuli: "turned hand" in Hawaiian. A garden created by hand. A botanical musem, if you will.In the Bali Hai area. Beautiful nature preserve. Native and Polynesian-introduced plants.From our home:
Beautiful, secluded. 15-minute hike. From our home: 8.1 mi. (20 min.).
Wailua: "two rivers". 40 min.cruise on riverboat. See where many films were made along the way. Fern Grotto, formerly a Hawaiian royalty site. Get married here! 23.4 mi.(35 min.).
Named for the shrimp seen tumbling over the falls in ancient times. Scenic points along the way. From our home: 24.8 mi. (44 min.).
Waimea means "Red Water" in Hawaiian. l0 mi. long, up to 3000 feet deep. Jurassic Park filmed here. Hiking trails.View of Na Pali and the island of Niihau. From our home: 55.7 mi. (1 hr., 33 min.)
Koke'e ("to wind, to bend") State Park. Spectacular views of the Na Pali and the island of Niihau (the "Forbidden Isle"). Smallest of the Hawaiian islands. From our home: 70.4 mi. (l hr. 56 min.)
Incoming waves forced through a lava tube, throwing water high into the air, making a hissing, "horn-like" noise! Beautiful view and sounds. Worth the drive! From our home: 43.8 mi.(1 hr. 20 min)
If you love surfing, this is the place to go! High end hotels, condos, restaurants, very family friendly, easy beach access with public parking. By car: 43.1 mi. (1 hr. 18 min.)
Charming. Great restaurants,shops, outdoor produce markets (Sunshine markets or Farmer's Markets), movie theater, medical clinics, dentists. Kilauea Lighthouse a few min. away. By car: 6.6 mi. (15 min
Roads ends here. Ke'e (filming of The Thornbirds) and Tunnels Beach, the "Bali Hai" Rock (South Pacific), snorkeling, facilities, parking. From our home: 10.9 mi. (19 min.)
Playground! Feed fish, snorkel, field for kite flying, frisbee, swimming (all year round), picnic tables, bike paths, parking, bathrooms, showers in 3 locations. From our home: 24.6 mi. (43 Min.)
On the way to Waimea Canyon, stop by Hanapepe. Very artsy-craftsy. Wonderful galleries and craft shops, weekly crafts fairs, and a great restaurant! From our home: 46.2 mi. (1 hr. 19 Min.)
Nawiliwili refers to Hawaii's endangered wiliwili trees, and means: "repeatedly twisted". Oceanliners embark and disembark here. Filmed in "Raiders of the Lost Ark". From our home: 30.4 mi. (52 min.)
On the left as you go toward Hanalei. Spectacular panoramic Valley view of the taro fields. A must see. From our home: By car: 1.4 mi. (5 min.); Walking: 1.4 mi. (28 min.)
Ranked Hawaii's No. 1 golf course by "Golf Digest". One of 8 on Kauai. World class design. Challenging. Exquisite ocean views. Restaurant, golf shop. Across the highway from the horse stables. From ou
Owner's Map of Private Homes
Aloha!
Prue and I have a home in Palo Alto, California, and have lived here for the past 32 years. Prue is presently a registered nurse at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and I am a retired educator. Prue grew up on Key Biscayne (the northern-most island of the Florida keys) and Miami, and I in a small agricultural town in the San Joaquin River Delta. Prue's love of island warm waters and my childhood experience with rivers (our family had a summer home north of San Francisco in the Russian River area) made us shoe-ins for water-related vacations.
My father was stationed at Pearl Harbor during World War II, and frequently talked fondly (even into his golden years) of Hawaii, and its stunning atmosphere. In short, Prue feels more at home in tropical environments, and I had always wanted to go to Hawaii.
When our two children (girl and boy) were 12 and 14 respectively, we vacationed (1984) on Kauai. We decided to vacation here as Prue had previously lived in Princeville, and worked as a nurse in 1975. Kauai is the "Garden Isle", and is arguably considered the most consistently lush in the Hawaiian island chain. Our experience was life-changing! The kids were "blown away" by the snorkeling, hiking the Na Pali trail/coastline, swimming with moray eels and giant green "honu" (Hawaiian for "turtle"), the breath-taking waterfalls, and our first Hawaiian luau! We were ready to move right then!
When I retired from teaching, we used inheritance money to purchase our island dream- home in Princeville where our spirits were so moved to love this magnificent place on earth. We wish to keep it in our family, and our family's family for as long as possible. At present, we have three wonderful and beautiful grand-daughters. Our four-year-old grand-daugher so often says her favorite thing about our place is chasing the roosters and chickens in the morning and evening!
Mahalo!
Prue and Jim
Property Photos
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- View of Hale 'O Imi Loa from the cul-de-sac. - Mountain View Kid Friendly Princeville Home has Lanai with Outdoor Shower
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- Living Room looking out at Bali Hai. - Mountain View Kid Friendly Princeville Home has Lanai with Outdoor Shower
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- View of Kitchen and Bar, looking out to the Living Room. - Mountain View Kid Friendly Princeville Home has Lanai with Outdoor Shower
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- Dining Room looking out on the Lanai (Hawaiian for "porch").
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- Lanai (Hawaiian for "porch"). Outdoor shower just outside the far door.
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- Very quiet, wonderful window view of island foliage, child friendly colors.
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- Peaceful, foliage view, large closet with sliding mirrored doors.
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- Kilauea Lighthouse, Museum and Bird Sactuary
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- Kalalau Valley Lookout in Kokee State Park
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- View of the Napali Coast and Bali Hai from Haena
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- Coral Reef Snorkeling Beaches (Right to Left: Ke'e, Tunnels, Lumahai, Hanalei.
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- Our Grandaughter at the Pier at Hanalei Beach with her favorite stick!
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- Kauai Mountains as seen from Hanalei Beach
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- Kauapea Beach, also known as "Secret Beach"
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- Lumahai Beach. Made famous by "South Pacific". View of Bali Hai in background.
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- Anini Beach. Protected by Hawaii's largest coral reef. Family friendly.
Traveler Reviews (20)
Absolutely wonderful and completely comfortable home, perfect for a family.
Guest: AllieK
(Santa Barbara, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/26/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
We are a family of three, with a 2yr old. This home was perfect for our time on Kauai. The home is located in a beautiful area and was centrally located for all of our favorite spots, including Hanalei and Moloa'a. It is well-maintained and thoroughly stocked with all that we needed for our stay. I particularly loved having the pack-n-play on site (we rented one last year), the washer/dryer was an important amenity to us, and the beach gear was put to good use. I was also able to enjoy two books out of the owner's library. We could have packed much lighter considering it is a well-stocked house in a convenient location to the Princeville shopping center. I will remember this for next time! We referred to Hale O' Imi Loa as Andy's (our son's) Kauai House or Hale O' Andy. He cheered every time we arrived back to "Andy's House." Andy loved feeding the birds and enjoyed eating his meals on the enclosed Lanai. The home is very cool and airy as the windows bring in Kauai's lovely tropical breezes. The owners do a fabulous job of accurately describing all that this home has to offer. A perfect, tranquil setting that we hope to visit again and again. Thank you so very much for sharing your home with us.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: RS
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Date of Stay: 04/01/10
Review Submitted: 05/20/10
Guest comments (entered by Owner): Attractive . . . had everything we needed plus more! The outside shower was handy. BBQ dinners on the lanai were wonderful!!! Very convenient having a kitchen. Loved having the laundry facilities. More private than a hotel/motel. The local people were very friendly and helpful, directing us to where we wanted to go. Loved all the Farmers' Markets !!!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/09/10
We recently had the pleasure of staying in this lovely, most comfortable, peaceful, very clean and nicely organized home. The owners description is quite accurate. If this is the type of accommodation you are looking for you will not be disappointed. Ned and Linda Hogan
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Guest: J. E.
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Date of Stay: 03/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/09/10
Owner Guestbook entry: This home was a dream come true! Anything and everything was provided. I wish I didn't have to leave. Future guests should explore all of the island, everywhere you go is beauty. After a long day of hiking, swimming or shopping (LOL)--it is so comforting to know you have such a relaxing place to come home to, to rejuvenate and be ready for the next day's adventure! Mahalo for a little piece of Heaven! P.S. Hotels never again! :)
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Guest: R., L., J. and B. J. R.
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Date of Stay: 02/20/10
Review Submitted: 02/20/10
Owner Guestbook entry: We have spent a lovely week in Kauai, based on your wonderful home--thank you for allowing us to use it! The baby loved your "floor" & fish pillows & rolled on them constantly--the house was also nice-and-toddler-safe. We were very pleased that all was available--towels, hats, beach toys; so much more than we expected! (I wonder why we ever stayed at a hotel). Beds are so comfortable, & we loved your lanai & back garden. We fed your birds (they're crazy! Bejillions of them and pretty too). Lots of fun to watch! We would love to come back again. Mahalo!
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Guest: R. R.
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Date of Stay: 02/13/10
Review Submitted: 02/13/10
Owner Guestbook entry: Comfortable, airy, perfect size, nice garden. Everything provided and labelled. Excellent for family. Your own place with a garden and big porch--no worries about noisy guests on other side of hotel room wall; no worries about baby disturbing others. House is so well-provided for (towels, beach toys, movies, baby cot, etc.).
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Guest: H. M. and A. M.
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Date of Stay: 01/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/16/10
Owner Guestbook entry: We've enjoyed your home immensely. Thank you for sharing it with us & allowing us to delight in the gorgeous views, beautiful landscaping & birdsong. Aloha
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Guest: B. & H.
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Date of Stay: 01/07/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/10
Owner Guestbook entry: We spent an amazing honeymoon on your beautiful island and your beautiful home. Thank you for allowing us to do so. Aloha and Mahalo
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Guest: A., S., V., A. & J.
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Date of Stay: 12/17/09
Review Submitted: 12/17/09
Owner Guestbook entry: Had a blast in your beautiful home. Many great memories were made here . . . [Our 22-month-old daughter] loved the beach and the "agua"as she calls it. We shall return again! Thank you. Love, The Girls. (Owner comment: thank you so very much for your daughter's WONDERFUL! artwork in our Guestbook!)
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/25/09
Review Submitted: 10/25/09
The North Coast is the most beautiful part of the most beautiful island. The air is sweeter, the breezes more soothing, the greens greener. The first time you look down onto tarot patches from the Hanalei River Lookout, you know this place is magical.Hale ‘O Imi Loa is located in Princeville, near where the road starts to descend to cross the Hanalei Bridge. The town is on a bluff about 200 feet above the ocean. The Hale is a small home in a very pleasant neighborhood on a quiet cul de sac. The yard has been cleverly landscaped to allow real privacy. The experience of living in a home in Hawaii is different from the hotel/resort experience. It is more quiet and personal. Instead of being surrounded by people, your closest neighbors are the Java sparrows who swarm to the bird feeder, the doves who eat the seed the sparrows fling to the ground and the ubiquitous Kauai chickens who clean up after the doves. Since the Hale is in a neighborhood, a stay there gives some sense of what it might be like to live in Kauai.There are two swimming spots within walking distance: the Queen’s Bath (a depression in the rocks in a spectacular setting protected from the waves) and Hideaways Beach. You have to navigate somewhat steep paths to get to these but they are worth the walk! Alternately, the magnificent Hanalei Beach is just a 10 minutes’ drive.The Hale is just a short drive from the Princeville Shopping Center. There is a Foodland Grocery Store (which has everything you could need), a hardware store where you can get a big bag of birdseed for $10 (highly recommended) and, most importantly, a Lappert’s Ice Cream shop. During our visit, someone had set up a stand selling CDs of Hawaiian music outside the grocery store.The house is very comfortably furnished. There are symbols from the world’s religions throughout the house intended to welcome all. The beds are extremely comfortable. The kitchen is completely equipped. There is a cable wifi LAN system set up. Prue and Jim have left snorkeling gear, comfortable beach chairs boogie boards and beach mats for use.While we were there, each morning around sunrise, a rain shower would sweep over the area. As it moved southwest, the rising sun would catch the rain so that there were rainbows against the north Kauai mountains. All we had to do was open the front door and look. What could be better?
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