Huge Living and Dining Room, Open and Airy--Like Living Outdoors!
Location: Private Homes, Poipu, South Kauai, Kauai, Hawaii, USA (Oceanview and Just 100 steps to Sparkling Blue Pacific Ocean) View Map
Accommodations: Poipu Vacation Beach House, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Almost Oceanfront Kauai Rental Vacation Home at Poipu Beach Park.
What is it about this home that guests just love? Maybe it is the Aloha that resides within it because of the blessings during construction. Or maybe it is the floorplan that has plenty of private places for two or more people to sit and "talk story" like the Hawaiians. Or maybe it is the location, just 40 seconds walk to the ocean. Whatever the reason, please read our guestbook to see how much everyone loves this home.
From the moment you walk in the front door, through the charming entry foyer into the great room, you will know you rented the right house! The first thing guests do is stare at the fourteen foot high vaulted wood ceiling. Then they see that this room is totally open to the outside lanai through five sliding glass doors. Finally, they see the sheer size of the room with plenty of comfortable furniture and every amenity. There is seating at the TV for six, a separate game table for two, and the most comfortable chaise lounge for one. The kitchen has everything needed for gourmet cooking or just casual dining. It becomes the center of attention because of the counter bar with four stools. The oval glass dining table seats eight comfortably under a beautiful chandelier. Outside is 1300 square feet of covered lanai that is perfect for reading or chatting at times when you want to be out of the weather. Beyond that is a large private lawn with chaise lounges for sunbathing without the hassle of walking down to the beach.
Each bedroom brings new delights. The large downstairs master bedroom has two glass sliding doors out to the covered lanai and the lawn and oversized bamboo bedroom furniture. Its bathroom has two lavatories, an oversized tiled shower with glass block, a two-person Jacuzzi tub, and an separate toilet compartment. The outdoor shower is just outside this bathroom. The equally large upstairs master bedroom has a wood vaulted ceiling, a nice oceanview balcony just past the glass sliding door, and a light color bedroom set. Over the bed is an original oil painting of Hawaii by famed artist Ezra Muir. The bathroom is identical to the downstairs bathroom except it has a soaking tub. The third bedroom is the largest bedroom and has a great ocean view. It has two twin beds that can be converted to a king bed under the vaulted wood ceiling and rattan furniture. Its bathroom has two lavatories, a toilet and a tub/shower.
The fourth bathroom is the powder room, and it has a tiled shower. The laundry room is away from the great room and the bedrooms and features a washer, dryer and a soaking sink.
"Maluhia ma ka Honua" (Peace on Earth) is a private, luxurious Kauai rental vacation home located just steps to the oceanfront at Poipu Beach Park on the south shore of Kauai. It is a great home for family vacations or for very private Kauai honeymoons after a romantic Hawaiian wedding.
"Maluhia ma ka Honua" was built in 1998. It is a luxurious 2650 square foot beach house designed with the feel of an original plantation and detailed, decorated, and appointed to perfection. Beneath a vaulted, fan-cooled ceiling, the large, modern kitchen and the huge great room open up to the surrounding 1300 square foot covered lanai. Three spacious bedrooms each have a large, private bathroom, and every room is cross-ventilated for comfort.
Three wonderful restaurants are within walking distance. Two resorts with Robert Trent Jones golf courses are within one mile.
This house is priced lower than most comparable houses in Poipu. But please don't let our low rental rate keep you from renting this spectacular house. Our business plan is to have all our renters walk into the front door and gasp, saying "How can they rent THIS house for such a low price?" We would rather keep the house rented at these low rates and give our guests a great vacation than to charge more and have the house vacant more often and have guests who feel they overpaid.
This house is fully licensed by the County of Kauai! (#TV3716)
For smaller families, we also own two other Kauai rental vacation homes. AKALA PUA is our other new three bedroom/three bathroom home and AHE LANI is our new two bedroom/two bathroom home. Click on "All My Poipu Rental Houses" below to view them!
Be sure to view our guestbook comments, which are up to date as of 8/22/09 and include every comment we have ever received.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Beach towels included
- Garage
- Beds
- King Bed: The two master suites are virtually identical.
- Twin/Single Bed: There are two twin beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Hawaiian Cd's
- Jetted Tub in Bath: In downstairs master suite.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything a skilled chef needs, even a lemon zester!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Balcony: Adjacent to the upstairs master bedroom suite.
- Lanai: 1300 square feet surrounds the first floor.
- View/Location
- Ocean View: One house back from the ocean.
- Ski-In: Just kidding! :-)
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- This Kauai rental vacation home has two master bedroom suites with king-size beds & over-sized private bathrooms, third bedroom has 2 twin beds & a private bathroom, There are sleeping arrangements for up to six people maximum, High-Speed Cable Internet (wireless and wired), Lava-enclosed gas barbecue, No Smoking Allowed, This is a large, well-furnished home features 2650 square feet inside with 1300 square foot covered lanai outside
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Near this Kauai rental vacation home is whale watching, sea turtle watching, and relaxing, Beautiful Sunsets are always available at no extra charge!!!!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rental Rate: $314/night (10/18/09-11/21/09); $349/night year-round after 11/21/09;
except $362/night during Christmas Holidays.
7 Nights Minimum Rental, (14 at Holidays) unless there is a "fill-in" vacancy.
12.25% Hawaii Tax, $270 Cleaning Fee. Rent, Tax, & Cleaning Fee Due 60 Days
(90 days at Xmas) prior to arrival. $1000 refundable security deposit
is required within 10 days of reservation. Reservations are made directly
with the owner. This house is managed by a local Kauai Realtor,
a member of the Hawaii Association of Realtors and the BBB.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Luxurious Oceanview 3 BR/4 BA Home--40 Second Walk to Ocean
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
We are used to nice things in our mainland home and that is how we built Maluhia ma ka Honua, to be our home on Kauai. We could have built it anywhere on the island, but for one or two week stays Poipu cannot be beat because it has the best weather possible. We also wanted to be near the action, walk a short distance to the beach and a couple of restaurants. This location has a nice little micro-climate because it is in the leeward side of a small hill.
Sandy beach good for tanning, bodysurfing and boogieboarding. 1-2 minute walk.
Owner's Map of Private Homes
Aloha from Jim and Valorie Wisda. We live most of the time in Palos Verdes Estates, California where we raised a wonderful son and daughter. We have been coming to Poipu since 1970 and no matter how often we travel to other places or countries we visit like this photo taken on a Bangkok river boat, we always look forward to coming back to Poipu several times a year.
Property Photos
- Huge Living and Dining Room, Open and Airy--Like Living Outdoors! - Poipu, Kauai - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
- Large Lawn & Plenty of Privacy - Feels Like You're Vacationing in Old Hawaii - Poipu, Kauai - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
- Downstairs Master Bedroom has a Covered Lanai and Private Lawn Area - Poipu, Kauai - Hawaii Vacation Rental Home
- Upstairs Master Bedroom has a Balcony and Ocean View
- Third Bedroom is Very Large and has a Nice Ocean View!
- The Large Modern Kitchen is the Focal Point for Friendly Gatherings
- This is part of the Ocean View from the Upstairs Master Bedroom
- Maluhia ma ka Honua is a Beautiful Beach House in the old Plantation Style
- The Floorplan was Designed for Spaciousness and Privacy for all Bedrooms
- Maluhia ma ka Honua is just 100 Steps to the Ocean
- The Sparkling Blue Pacific Ocean is a 40 second walk from Maluhia ma ka Honua
- Poipu Beach Park, America's #1 Beach, begins just four houses West
- Brenneckes Beach, in Poipu Beach Park, is Four Doors West of Maluhia ma ka Honua
- Poipu Bay Golf Resort is Just One Mile from Maluhia ma ka Honua
- Is this house already reserved? We also own three bedroom Akala Pua (VRBO #57013
- Or looking for a smaller house? Try two bedroom Ahe Lani (VRBO #57020)
Guest Comments (100)
First (10) of (100). View all comments
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #3233
There have been 115423 visitors to this page since the counter was last reset in 2003.
This listing was first published here in 1999.
Date last modified - November 07, 2009
Positive Rating
Time to say goodbye to a fabulous week of paradise! Just four more hours until we leave--lost tract of days, time and mind. Leaving well rested and a few extra pounds around the middle! Your house truly was the highlight. It ha all the comforts of home and more! The views out of every bedroom were all unique and wonderful! We enjoyed the sunsets on the beach, turtle watching by the rocks, new discoveries every day. Recommend--quick lunch at Sueoka's, snorkel at Tunnels Beach, Kapa'a Product Fair, lunch at Olympic Cafe in Kapa'a, dinner at the Beach House, snorkeling on the Zodiac Boat in Napali. We definietely are coming back!! Thank you soooo much.
Positive Rating
We enjoyed our time in your beautiful home. The tradewind breezes flowing through the rooms, the upstairs balcony in the mornings and evenings and the breathtaking beach right at the end of the street were highlights for us. We so appreciated finding everything we needed and more. The place where one stays so greatly influences a travel experience and ours will be full of fond memories. Mahalo.
Positive Rating
Wow! Thanks for letting us stay in this real nice house! Kauai is a real gem and we had some 30 wiffle balls to hit and we lost about 20. Thanks!
Positive Rating
Great house! The beach is so close and the bakyard is HUGE! We had a blast here in Kauai. Thank you for everything.
Positive Rating
5/10/09: We just arrived at 5pm and are so very happy to be here in your beautiful home to decompress. Took a walk down to see the turtles and start the process of "winding down"--everything is perfect. 5/11/09: Had a great nite's sleep, listening to the waves crashing--love your kitchen making breakfast and off to Hanalei--stopped along the way to walk the beaches & feel the air--sitting on the lanai having mai-tai's waiting for our ceviche to "cook"--listening to Jack Johnson, eating the best ceviche we ever made because of the fabulous fish at Dolphin Fish Market in Hanalei. 5/12-5/17/09: Adventures each day with Waimea "Grand Canyon", an open house at the Pacific Missile Range in Barking Sands (sat in a Marine Attack gunship) met wonderful young men who serve our country, saw waterfalls and many hours right here at Poipu Beach. Our dinner at the Beach House was wonderful on my birthday, met the owner who treated us special--played golf at Poipu Bay Golf Course & loved it! Today, our last day will be spent at the beach and watching the Lakers (I know, not very "Kauai"). Thank you again--we loved it ALL and sharing your home with us made us feel you were with us in spirit. Love you and we'll celebrate your birthday when we get home. Love.
Positive Rating
Wonderful time in your gorgeous home. It's a true jewel! We came to celebrate our son's wedding here in Kauai. All of us had a fantastic week. We all hope to return again to celebrate "life". The home was exceptionally clean and had everything we ever needed. We wish you "peace" in all that you do and say "Mahalo".
Positive Rating
Our vacation at your home FAR exceeded our expectations! During dinner (BBQ out on the lanai) every night we cranked up the Hawaiian music and showed our 3-year old girls how to hula on the lawn. We walked to Poipu Beach Park everyday (thank you for the beach towels and boogie boards) and the kids played in the water until they were exhausted. After dinner, we would walk down to the end of Nalo Road, watch the turtles search for dinner and admire one spectacular sunset after another. And like all the other guest book entries mention, this house is better stocked than our own!! Toys, paper products, full kitchen (pots, pans, nice dishes)...and lastly, but very cool all the light/fan switches are labeled which made life so easy. Our stay here was unforgettable and we will most certainly return--hopefully as soon as next year. Mahalo!
Positive Rating
Mark , Sunnyvale, CA
Positive Rating
Mahalo Jim, you have such a wonderful house to share with friends & family. To newcomers: we went to the Allerton Garden first tour of the day and it was amazing--all should consider it. Mahalo Again.
Positive Rating
Aloha! We had a wonderful time in your beautiful home. The week just flew by! Highlights for the kids were riding the waves on boogie boards and surfing lessons with Charlie Smith of Blue Seas Surf School. We also loved the Zodiak ride to the Na Pali coast on Na Pali Explorers. Mahalo!