Reviews for Makaha Vacation Rental - VRBO 418589 - 1 BR West Oahu Condo in HI, Outstanding Main Floor Condo

Perfect.

Guest skip
Date of stay 04/02/13
Review Submitted 04/17/13

Family of 5. kids 17, 15, 12. Mom and Dad were comfy in the bed, and the pull out couch slept two more. Among the many extra's was an extra single cushion mattress and the three kids rotated being the one on the floor. Free wifi, cable TV and Netflix kept them from complaining too much at bed time. Kitchen well stocked with all pots pans and dishes. Extra sheets and towels and fins, beach umbrella, beach chairs, grilling gear. More than we expected. The beauty of the beach is more than I care to try to describe here. I likey. 7 nights went by too fast. 30 minute drive from Costco, Super Target, Sports Authority - but perfect solitude at the beach outside your door, Hawaii'n style. 5 minutes south of the famous Makaha Beach. 45 minutes to the infamous North Shore. 45 to SE shore and Makapu'u and Sandys beach. Small, but affordable. A great base camp for families and outdoor lovers. Best kept secret on Oahu. Mahalo!

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

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keep it quiet....

Guest skip
Date of stay 04/02/13
Review Submitted 04/13/13

...I dont want everyone to know about it. Pretty much perfect for secluded beach time in paradise....unless you are a habitual complainer or need top of the line accommodations to make yourself feel important. Not VIP or impressive conditions, and more roach traps could be placed as two rather healthy creatures were found and killed in daylight hrs......but if you don't have a stick up your butt about that, and/or you are taking your family and want the convenie,ce of staying on one of the best beaches in the world for a bargain of a price, you'll love it. We'd stay again for sure. Little extra conveniences everywhere: wifi, HD tvs w cable, Netflix, flippers, beach chairs, towels, beach umbrella, complete cooking utensils and dishes. Nuff said. Keep it on the down low!

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

Owner response: I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! Our beach is one of the best kept "secrets" on Oahu! I am sorry about your unwelcome "visitors", but when you live in a tropical area (as anyone in Florida knows...) you're always fighting the good fight! Fortunately, we keep on top of it so it's unusual! I hope you return to our Beach in Paradise!

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Makaha Beach Cabana

Guest Mahalo!
Date of stay 03/29/13
Review Submitted 04/05/13

Excellent cabana - will definitely return and highly recommend this unit. Stepping right out onto the beach each morning for a sunrise walk was a highlight of each day. Beautiful views and semi-private beach. Condo clean and well maintained and provided many amenities needed to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Beach chairs, cooler, hair dryer and much more available for use while staying. Condo is close enough to everything but far enough to be out of the hustle bustle.

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

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Great condo, fantastic views!

Guest Gustav
Date of stay 03/20/13
Review Submitted 04/05/13

If you have a chance to stay at this condo, do it, and plan to stay at least 2 weeks. My family and I stayed for 8 nights, and we all wish it could've been far longer. The condo was nicely furnished and has eveything one would need for a very pleasant and enjoyable stay. The pictures were dead on accurate and the condo was clean. The beds were comfortable, plenty of bath and beach towels and all the gear you need for the beach, including flippers. Bring or buy goggles and a snorkle, as those are the only items not provided. The waves were fairly large at times with a strong undertow, so be careful with young children during the winter months. Although we didn't watch much TV, the 2 TV's and wireless internet were great when it rained heavily the one day. The main TV has Netflix as well, which was good to have in addition to the local cable channels. To be able to step directly onto the beach from your condo is priceless! No elevators, no stairs, no waiting............it's right there!!! Considering there are three good sized condos on that beach front, there were very few people on the beach. It was like having your own private paradise at times. The views at this beach are amazing! We watched many whales off in the distance and saw a few turtles in the surf and a seal on a nearby beach. The aquatic life is abundant near the left side of the beach, with many varieties of fish and even an eel or two. The condo is located in a working class neighbourhood. There's plenty of security around the complex and it's extremely safe. Janis was very helpful and great to deal with. We loved our time at the condo, and hopefully can return for a longer stay in the near future!

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

Owner response: Mahalo! Thank you! Gracias! Merci beaucoup!

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Beach front

Guest Bud
Date of stay 01/31/13
Review Submitted 02/13/13

Patio door of bedroom opened onto the beach. It was just great.

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

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The condo was the best part of our trip, 45 min from honolulu but we wanted seclusion and we got it!

Guest mynameisabram
Date of stay 12/11/12
Review Submitted 04/03/13

We went to oahu to get married from michigan and we spent 8 days in makaha and wish we just spent more time away from the city to spend time at the beach at the condo. Walk out to the water and hear the ocean all night long, condo had 2 flat screens and everything from food to cooking utensils and tupperware, flippers, towels and shampoo with conditioner. I know we just got married but we have to re-new our vows someday and our next trip we dont do as much driving around a small island, makaha is a small area toward the end of the road with little traffic that has everything we needed' we drove to honolulu to see my uncle every other day but it was more exhausting than anything, should have just drank at the beach.

Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Excellent

Guest Grognon
Date of stay 11/09/12
Review Submitted 11/27/12

The condo has everything you need, when i say everything i say everything from the beach chairs, cooler, umbrella to all you need in the kitchen and you are directly on the almost private beach!

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

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Awesome beachfront condo.

Guest Beach Dwellers
Date of stay 10/29/12
Review Submitted 11/05/12

This is an incredible beachfront vacation. We had the beach to ourselves (almost) during the week. To walk off the lanai and onto the beach is awesome. We had lots of toys to choose from to play in the sand and the water for our 7 and 10 year olds. We had heard the area outside the complex can be less that desirable but we had no issues. The local groundsperson at the complex told us where to go trick or treating and we had a blast. All the beaches in the area were not busy. This is the place to go to get away from the crowds of Waikiki. The owner was easy to communicate with. There were books of the area in the room that were great. This is the place if you want to truly relax on the beautiful sandy beaches of Hawaii.

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

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Perfect Escape for some Peace and Relaxation

Guest Bess
Date of stay 10/24/12
Review Submitted 11/08/12

This outstanding beach home is a scenic stroll and right on the beach, and only a few steps to the water. Modestly decorated and well appointed condo is located just minutes from local shopping, surfing, restaurants, and coffee shops. This house has it all, including living room and TV's, TV/DVD/surround sound, dining room, and well appointed kitchen.Master Bedroom was steps from the sand and the beach and equppied with a TV which made the boyfriend happy so we can watch the games while I made us cocktails.

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

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Wonderful experience

Guest mekala
Date of stay 09/24/12
Review Submitted 09/30/12

What a wonderful Hawaii experience .As a returning former resident of hawaii this condo offers everything you need. Beautiful ocean views right off the lanai. A102 is the only place to stay in Makaha. Very clean and condo had everything down to the hair dryer . Owner extremely helpful and responded to my requests promptly. Highly recommended.

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

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What a dream house!

Guest Pam
Date of stay 08/18/12
Review Submitted 08/26/12

We had the most incredible time. This was the perfect place for vacation. Away from the business of Honolulu, yet a short drive to all the attractions. There is nothing better than sitting on the lanai, drinking breakfast coffee, then stepping out on the white sand beach and out into the beautiful blue waters. The view is breath-taking. The condo is lovely and all the conveniences of home are in place for you. The owners were quick to answer any of our questions. Thank you!

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

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Secluded beach

Guest love hawaii
Date of stay 08/01/12
Review Submitted 08/17/12

Great place! Everything was as promised, our family had a great vacation and we will be back. The lanai is 75 ft from the ocean.

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

Owner response: We are so glad you had a great time! It's certainly our favorite place to be, too! Muchas Gracias y Mahalo, Janis & Steve

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Newlyweds

Guest Ron
Date of stay 07/13/12
Review Submitted 07/30/12

Absolutely beautiful, We were very pleased with the condo and the beach ,Could not ask for more! We were very pleasently surprised with everything! Cannot wait to return 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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Awesome Experience

Guest Aloha
Date of stay 06/16/12
Review Submitted 06/19/12

My friends and I would like to thank quick response (same day notice) in accommodating us with a place for 4 of our men to stay for the weekend. We were having a surprise ceremony for their signing of the RESOLUTION (a lifetime commitment of being a Godly Man, Husband (present or future), and Father. This resolution was based on the movie COURAGEOUS. Because everything was being prepared at my home where everyone is always around we needed somewhere to send them so that they wouldn't have to wake up early and rush to the ceremony which was 8 AM Sunday morning (Father's Day). This ceremony was as important to us all as our wedding day was or will be. The room, location, service, cost and experience helped make this special occasion an AWESOME, AWESOME, LIFETIME EXPERIENCE. Even the security and caretakers were awesome. Mahalo again Janis, it was worth it all. God bless you in all you do.

Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Best Kept Secret

Guest Sandy
Date of stay 05/25/12
Review Submitted 06/06/12

I stayedhere last yearand returned this year with my high school chums. They were not disappointed and knew why I raved about this incredible place for 5 months. They are already planning to return with their families. Feel like you are on your own private beach each and every day with only a handful of people as far as you can see? Yes Beauty and serenity each evening? Yes. Amazing view of one of the most beautiful beaches on the island? Yes. A real feel for "local flavor" and people vs feeling like a tourist/ Yes. All the amenities you need? Yes I lived on Oahu (Mililani) for 4.5 years in the 90's. My 2 daughters live in Kaimuki. They love the beauty of Waianae. Please come. You won't be disappointed unless you only want to tourist in Waikiki all the time. Warmest Aloha.

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

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Best Beach on Oahu

Guest Kenike
Date of stay 02/14/12
Review Submitted 05/28/12

My husband and I were looking for a private getaway, We found an awesome condo at Makaha Cabanas, Can't beat it !!! We loved the fact we were on the ground floor and could just walk out on the sand from our private lanai. Also watching the whales jump and beech my the lanai. Could not ask for more. Everything was so clean and bright. I felt like I was at home in Paradise............ I will be back next year, Thank you again LOVED IT ALL

Recommended for: Romantic getaway

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Outstanding Main Floor Condo - Step Onto the Beach!! [#418589] | View Property

Traveler Reviews (16)

Perfect.

Perfect.

keep it quiet....

keep it quiet....

Makaha Beach Cabana

Makaha Beach Cabana

Great condo, fantastic views!

Great condo, fantastic views!

Beach front

Beach front

The condo was the best part of our trip, 45 min from honolulu but we wanted seclusion and we got it!

The condo was the best part of our trip, 45 min from honolulu but we wanted seclusion and we got it!

Excellent

Excellent

Awesome beachfront condo.

Awesome beachfront condo.

Perfect Escape for some Peace and Relaxation

Perfect Escape for some Peace and Relaxation

Wonderful experience

Wonderful experience

What a dream house!

What a dream house!

Secluded beach

Secluded beach

Newlyweds

Newlyweds

Awesome Experience

Awesome Experience

Best Kept Secret

Best Kept Secret

Best Beach on Oahu

Best Beach on Oahu