Vacation Rentals by Owner

Best vacation ever!!

Guest: CanadiansEH?! (Vancouver/Guelph)
Date of Stay: 02/13/12 Review Submitted: 03/04/12

Hands down the greatest place we could have chosen to stay on our family vacation. I couldn't imagine a better location: steps from the best beach, a bike ride away from Ted's and Pipeline, a wonderful neighbourhood to walk around . . . just beautiful! The owners were so helpful and really great people. House came with snorkel equipment, beach umbrellas, towels, everything we could need. The best was the bikes, our 9 month old daughter loved the nightly cruise up the bike path. We will 100% be returning to this house our next stay on Oahu. What a perfect slice of paradise!!! Thank you Joy and Bobbie for the wonderful house and the wonderful memories!!

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

So Cal family with kids

Guest: Alicia (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11 Review Submitted: 09/14/11

We had an amazing stay here. Owner was very helpful and available. House had everyhing you could need and was an excellent location right at the beach. The bikes with kids' seats were so handy. Plus, there were beach towels, umbrellas, boogie boards & snorkeling gear. We would definitely return in the future!

Owner response:Thank you for your stay we are so glad you enjoyed the bikes and Sunsetyards and look forward to your return. ALOHA!

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

Sunset Beach Vacation

Guest: NZ Family (Auckland NZ)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11 Review Submitted: 08/09/11

We are a family of three and recently holidayed at Sunsetyards, the house was immaculately cleaned and well appointed with both great indoor and outdoor living. Bikes, boogie boards, snorkeling gear and beach chairs were an added and well used bonus. Beaches are a short walk and bike ride away along with the famous Teds Bakery. Many other great beaches are a short drive - Waimea Bay and the beach where the Turtles sunbathe were favourites. The owner was really helpful with great local knowledge as well as pointing my husband in the right direction for surf spots. Would recommend without hesitation. We look forward to returning in the near future. Aloha

Owner response:Thank you so much for the great review, we are so pleased you loved Sunsetyards and look forward to your return ! ALOHA.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Fantastic Vacation Rental

Guest: Robert (Los Angeles, CA.)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11 Review Submitted: 05/04/11

My family and I loved our time on the North Shore and the Sunset Yards House was a major part of the fun. The house was perfect, with all the toys you could want at the beach, bikes, snorkeling gear, surfboards & boogie boards. The owner was great answering any questions, giving advice and she even went out of her way to get us a bike seat my son would fit in. I was there to surf and she knows all the breaks on the North Shore and when & where to go. The house is in the perfect location, a short walk to Ted's Bakery and an even shorter walk to the great Sunset Point beach. We can't wait until we can return and we will be staying at the Sunset Yards House again.

Owner response:Thank you so much Robert, I do my best to find nice families like yours that truly appreciate the house and all that we offer with it. It is my goal to have return guests that love Sunsetyards. We look forward to your return. May all your days be filled with Aloha!

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

Fantastic Vacation Rental

Guest: Robert (Los Angeles, CA.)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11 Review Submitted: 05/04/11

My family and I loved our time on the North Shore and Joy and the Sunset Yards House was a major part of the fun. The house was perfect, with all the toys you could want at the beach, bikes, snorkeling gear, surfboards & boogie boards. The owner was great answering any questions, giving advice and she even went out of her way to get us a bike seat my son would fit in. I was there to surf and she knows all the breaks on the North Shore and when & where to go. The house is in the perfect location, a short walk to Ted's Bakery and an even shorter walk to the great Sunset Point beach. We can't wait until we can return and we plan on staying at the Sunset Yards House again.

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

surfing vacation paradise!

Guest: erika (santa cruz ca)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 05/13/11

the location, the property + the wonderful owners make for a perfect north shore vacation rental! if you love to surf and chill, this is the place for you! bikes and snorkel gear for your use. and of course you can always check out the rest of the island!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.

Fantastic Family oriented beach/surf vacation

Guest: Matt & Lisa (Southern Pines, NC)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10 Review Submitted: 04/09/10

We have just returned from or vacation at Sunset yards and already miss the sound of the pounding surf coming through our windows at night.. we arrived late and had no idea when we got up in the morning, we'd see the most beautiful sight of the beach and waves from from our breakfast table. We enoyed the short distance/stroll to the beach with our 29 month old and the bike rides along the beach path road that leads to many more beachs, the bikes were provided, along with toddler seat on cruiser. We snorkled, surfed.. boogie boarded and ate great food daily. There is a hammock placed in the perfect spot for an afternoon nap in the shade with an island breeze and the sound of the waves in the background. We enjoyed staying at Sunset yards with our family. Our toddler loved it as well and played daily in the play room outside with toys and books, games and balls. We would highly recommend Sunsetyards to anyone interested in a family surf/beach vacation. We look forward to our next visit. Aloha and thank you for your Hospitality!

Owner response:nothing like really great guests that respect the property and love the North Shore. The only thing better than meeting great guests is having them return.

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.

Guest: Andrew Bennett (Los Angeles, CA.)
Date of Stay: 09/20/09 Review Submitted: 09/20/09

Hands down the best owners and best property on the North Shore. There is not enough space here to explain how much I enjoy myself every time I stay at one of their properties.

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Guest: Raylene Filley (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/20/09 Review Submitted: 08/20/09

We just got home from our second stay at Sunset Yards and had a wonderful time . . . again. I can't say enough positive things about this home, the location, Joy and Bobby (who rent the property), etc. We arrived to the sound of Hawaiian music playing on the stereo, with fresh flowers on the dining room table and in the bedroom - a very welcoming homecoming. This house is fabulous with all the comforts of home. The location is perfect if you want a restful vacation with great beaches and snorkeling, but not too far to enjoy other events, such as Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, the waterpark, etc. Haleiwa is close by if you want to go out to dinner or go kayaking, or if you want to spend some down time wandering through shops. Snorkeling beaches abound - Turtle beach is right down the highway, and there is a grocery story very close. Couple all of this with the amenities provided (bikes, beach chairs, snorkeling equipment, beach towels, laundry facilities, full kitchen, etc.) and you cannot possible beat the price. In addition, there are a lot of places on the North Shore that advertise, but are not as they appear to be on VRBO. Sunset Yards is all and more. You won't regret staying here - it is a fabulous location. Don't rent if you want to party late into the night - that would not be appropriate in this neighborhood. But if you are a family looking for a nice, peaceful get away, you couldn't make a better choice. Aloha and have a great time!

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Guest: Mike (Ventura, CA/USA)
Date of Stay: 08/07/09 Review Submitted: 08/06/09

Can't say enough good about this wonderful beach home and super helpful owners. Open and airy, tastefully decorated and very functional. You won't regret your stay at Sunset yards. I can't wait to come back. Aloha!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/23/08 Review Submitted: 06/23/08

We had an amazing time at Sunset Yards in June of this year, for our anniversary: beautiful, clean home, great views, cool trade winds and the sound of the ocean as we slept. After 4 nights in Waikiki, the calm neighborhood and relaxed atmosphere of Sunset Yards and the North Shore was just what we were looking for. Quiet, lovely neighborhood. We rode bikes on the bike path to go snorkeling in world famous Shark’s Cove; learned to surf on Chun’s Reef, and watched sea turtles sun themselves on the beach. House is a short drive (or bike ride) to grocery store, and a short drive to Hale’iwa for shave ice and shops... We loved our stay.

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Guest: Raylene1 (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/22/07 Review Submitted: 08/22/07

Comment Text: Our family (of five) stayed at Sunset Yards for two weeks this past June - can't say enough positive things. The house was perfect to allow enough space for everyone, location is perfect - bikes, boogie boards and beach chairs were an extra bonus. Our hosts were wonderful and gave many tips on hidden treasure spots on the North Shore. Laundry facilities allowed us to limit number of suitcases! We walked to the beach for evening sunsets and the kids really enjoyed the freedom. Highly recommend this as a wonderful vacation spot - we'll be back as soon as possible!!

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Guest: Bob B. (Placerville, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/18/07 Review Submitted: 04/18/07

We had a fantastic experience in this house. The location is great - close to many incredible beaches, a great bike path, hiking, etc. The house is wonderful - comfortable, and a perfect fit for our family of 6. We loved the view, sunsets, ocean breezes and sound of the waves at night. The owners were great hosts - very helpful and accomodating. We really enjoyed use of the "toys" for the kids (and adults!). We look forward to coming back as soon as we can!

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Guest: Mette Hvidsteen (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 08/17/06 Review Submitted: 08/17/06

This place is nothing less than fantastic! The house is beautiful, the view is beautiful, the area is beautiful. The beach and the breeze is wonderful. The house is very comfortable and generously equipped with bikes, snorkling gear etc. - you feel relaxed and at home here right away. Our girls loved the outdoor playroom, the bike riding (Joy actually bought an extra bikeseat to enable us to ride a bike with both our girls), the beach and the playground nearby. Joy, Bobby and Zoe are excellent host - we can't wait to come back! All the best Kristoffer, Alma, Agnes and Mette Hvidsteen

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Guest: David and Jen (Brisbane, Qld, Australia)
Date of Stay: 06/29/06 Review Submitted: 06/29/06

We had a fantastic stay at Sunsetyards in early June. Its a beautiful house in a great location with wonderful hosts. Our two young children loved the toys and the books and the beach - they never want to holiday anywhere else!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/25/06 Review Submitted: 06/25/06

We stayed at Sunset Yards June 13-21. It is a clean rental only steps from the beach. We were able to use their snorkels, boogie boards, beach towels, toys, and bikes at no extra charge. The owners provided fresh flowers and were available to help with anything we needed. It is a great rental. I highly recommend it!

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Guest: Kristin37 (Lilburn, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 03/29/06 Review Submitted: 03/29/06

My Family stayed in this house last summer, it was gorgeous and the owners were so accomodating. The beaches all around are great and the scenery beautiful. I tell everyone who is thinking about staying in Hawai'i, this is the place!

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Guest: Lily and Wayne Porta (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/16/06 Review Submitted: 01/16/06

This is the PERFECT place to stay for a wonderful relaxing holiday. It’s a beautiful home with all the comforts and the little extras make it even more special. Much Aloha has been put into the place. Joy and Bobby are always there if you ever need anything. Lots of beach equipment and beach towels are provided for your use. The surrounding area is incredibly beautiful and there is so much to do within biking distance (bikes provided!) or within a short driving distance. But if you just want a quiet, peaceful day it’s yours to have. Sit and enjoy the ocean views from the new deck. Snuggle up in the hammock for a good read. Go for a walk on the quiet beach only steps away from the house. Our family had an unforgettable time here. We truly felt we were in paradise.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/12/06 Review Submitted: 01/12/06

This is a lovely home with a great location close to a quiet beach. The home is comfortable, has all you might need for comfort. The deck is a lovely outdoor space for relaxing. The owner makes herself available to take care of your needs that might arise while honoring your privacy.

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Guest: kate skarratt RIPCURL (australia)
Date of Stay: 01/08/06 Review Submitted: 01/07/06

Thanks so much for having the Rip Curl Girls team this winter in Hawaii. We all felt totally at home and relaxed! it was fantastic to be super close to sunset, yards and v-land and all of us had a blast. Its a beautiful home!

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Guest: Tom O'Brien (Melbourne Beach, FL)
Date of Stay: 01/07/06 Review Submitted: 01/07/06

I spent three wonderful weeks here with family and friends. This is a first class house with plenty of nice extras. The beach is beautiful and uncrowded, with world class surfing to the left, and "Mother's" beach for swimming to the right. Ted's Bakery is at the end of the street. I have been to the North Shore of Oahu at least twice a year for the last 10 years, and this was the best vacation rental that I have had. The property is walled and gated and very nice. I spent a lot of time on the hammock and on the porch watching the surf. Very relaxing. I highly recommend this property.

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