Stayed in December, was very nice. Great Views!

Guest: Jerry (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 12/15/10 Review Submitted: 02/06/12

Was a little concerned based on the one bad review. My wife and I were very pleasantly surprised by the clealiness and condition of unit. Having owned a vacation condo I know haw they can be treated, but this was very well appointed and maintained. There was a brand new bed that was very comfortable. All pots, pans and dishes were provided with redundancy. Our kids loved the large grassy area in front of patio as well as the child friendly swimming pond carved out of the ocean. Large pool and bbq's a plus.We walked to the stores a couple doors down for meals and supplies. Un beatable location. All in all will repeat.

Owner response:Glad you enjoyed your stay, you are welcome back anytime!

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

AWESOME CONDO! GREAT TIME

Guest: Bowie777 (Alameda, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/29/11 Review Submitted: 07/12/11

Just got back from a 4 island tour of Hawaii. The best time was on Kauai, and our stay at our Lae Nani condo was perfect. The condo was perfect and the view of Wailua Bay and having the boulder enclosed pool constantly beckoned my kids to go back and forth. They spent tons of time in the clean, well kept pool also. The unit provided everything we could ask for and the staff was very friendly. The hardest part was to get the kids out and about because they had such a blast at the condo and the beautiful grounds.

Owner response:Glad to report kids love our condo- being on the ground floor let's them run around more, and there are no balcony safety issues. My kids were running back and forth all day fishing, boogieboarding and swimming in the pool.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

BADLY in need of renovation.

Guest: NB (Ottawa, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/09/11 Review Submitted: 02/22/11

My wife and I stayed 8 nights in February 2011 and were very disappointed with the condition of this condo. It is badlly in need of renovation - the woodwork is filthy and yellowing, the cupboards are old and warped and the flooring and countertops are cracked and chipped. There is mould growing on the wallpaper. We had to get the bedroom carpet cleaned to get the smell of stale urine out. I've stayed in nicer fishing camps in the Canadian wilderness! Lae Nani resort is beautiful - well located and beautifully kept with helpful staff.

Owner response:WARNING: INACCURATE REVIEW BY DISGRUNTLED GUEST!!!! Reality: I spoke with the manager in the front office and verified that the guest made many unfounded statements in his review. There are many reviews online and this is the only one which is negative. There was no bad smell for example but the manager's staff re-shampooed the carpet which had been cleaned just before their arrival anyhow. Also, I had management walk through the condo and there are no maintenance issues to resolve. There is a hairline crack in one tile in the corner of the kitchen by the dishwasher. That's my full disclosure. Additionally, we installed new carpet a couple of years ago, had it repainted, reupholstered with new cushions the very expensive rattan sofa and chairs, barstools, and dining room chairs (see the photos), installed a new dining room chandelier with a pineapple theme it took me years to find, and have new art well placed throughout. Our guests have had honeymoons there, over one month stays, and many are repeat visitors. Read the rest of the reviews for an accurate description of the condo. If it were such a "fishing camp" experience, I think we would have had many disgruntled honeymooners! Then again, I went salmon fishing on Campbell River (near Vancouver, BC) a few years back and stayed at Painter's Lodge. It was a pretty first class operation so maybe the fishing camp comparison ain't a slur... I am sure future guests will contribute other reviews and I expect they will be positive. Meanwhile, I have planned that during my annual island stay this summer I will be further upgrading our place with a wood flooring that will really be fantastic. I don't want to disappoint my future and past guests, but I will NOT be putting in granite counters and a high tech look throughout; I prefer my cozy island digs with dark wood, not shiny hotel white cabinets, and my island furniture will not be modern Italian. I guess we'll stay the Lae nani on the beach, not the Montage or St. Regis. Hope you enjoy the island and your stay. Anyone who is put off by the negative review and has read this far may contact me for a stay at an extra 10% discount- until I have the new floors in anyway! Aloha, Alan

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Guest: The Cola Family (-)
Date of Stay: 11/21/09 Review Submitted: 11/21/09

Had a great time at the condo. Looking at those photos makes us long for Kauai. Would do it again!

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Guest: Bill Seaton (Sherman Oaks, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/08/09 Review Submitted: 05/08/09

My wife and I stayed here recently and we were delighted. The unit was very comfortable and well-appointed. We loved the view across the lawn to the ocean. We also appreciated being on the ground level which meant you can just open the sliding glass doors and head to the water without exiting the backside of the building and going down stairs. This is also in a great location on Kauai with lots of restaurants and shopping nearby and an easy drive to other areas of the island. We would definitely come back here as it is a wonderful property and a great travel bargain.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/02/09

My partner and I were there for the first time in February, 2009. Not ever having been to Kauai, we weren't sure what to expect and were pleasantly surprised. The accommodations were extremely clean and comfortable and central to absolutely everything! We were very comfortable and can hardly wait to return. It was like home away from home! :o)

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/25/09

The condo unit was an outstanding value. Excellent property. First floor ocean view across a large lawn to the beach. Unit was well equipped and comfortable. Although located near traffic, many other resorts, and businesses, you don't see or hear any of that while on the property and the proximity to grocery and restaurants is very handy. I would definitely come back. We met many couples and families who return here every year.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/04 Review Submitted: 10/27/04

Wonderful condo in great location. Right next door are great restaurants and movie theaters. Beautiful private beach on site. Kiddie pond is great for our kids. We loved the snorkeling in front too. We have stayed here many time over the past 20 years and it has remained the most beautiful vacation spot we have been to. We will back every year and soon with our grandkids!

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Guest: Alan and Christine Harris (-)
Date of Stay: 09/27/04 Review Submitted: 09/27/04

Welcome! My wife and I have used this often and we are into our 2nd generation of ownership. Many people have honeymooned here, including ourselves who actually got married out in front in the ancient Heiau by the sea. This is a new listing for owner direct rentals. We welcome your comments, suggestions, and questions. We have 2 young boys, 4 and 8 years old, and moved to Kauai 6 years ago. Chris is a homemaker and Alan is a former professional photographer who lived and worked in LA and NY, and currently produces fine art, some assignment work, writes, and is involved in the real estate profession in CA and Hawaii. Mahalo for your interest in our Hawaiian condo home.

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