Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful North Shore Beach Front Condo

Guest: Bill N. (Northern Virginia, US)
Date of Stay: 03/03/12 Review Submitted: 03/19/12

My wife and I stayed in this condo the first week of March. Wonderfully decorated and newly remodeled. And having coffee on the lanai overlooking the ocean was a treat every morning. We didn't have the best weather but had an enjoyable stay in large part because of this very comfortable condo. Highly recommended for anyone wishing to stay on the North Shore.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

Brilliant stay at Haleiwa

Guest: Rex (Newcastle)
Date of Stay: 12/05/11 Review Submitted: 01/13/12

Loved everything about this condo, location right on the beach was superb. Spent each evening sitting on the lanai, then dining out in one of the many local restaurants. Surf was pumping and got to see huge Pipeline Masters, swam/snorkelled out the front of the condo where there were turtles everywhere. Haleiwa is a beautiful town away from the hustle and bustle of Waikkiki, we are planning to come back here and could not recommend a more delightful place to stay.

Owner response:I'm so glad you enjoyed your time on the North Shore! I am always amazed that you can both watch huge waves, and also swim & snorkel in front of the property. I hope you can come back soon!

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

Perfect vacation

Guest: Janna G.
Date of Stay: 11/28/11 Review Submitted: 12/11/11

My husband and I are mid-50's, professors, very active but not athletic, curious but not particularly adventurous or in need of constant entertainment, and always looking for places as close to crashing waves as possible-- we love to walk on the beach, read while listening to the surf, explore, and be within easy access of nearby coffee shops and restaurants. Jill's surf condo provided all this and more- a lovely, peaceful interior cooled by sea breezes and underscored by the sound of the ocean. Easily visited all nearby North Shore sights, especially enjoying the wilder beaches and watching surfers. From Turtle Bay to the Waimea Valley to Haleiwa town, we enjoyed 7 days of relaxation and fun. For those who want more- snorkeling, boating, parasailing, surf lessons- these are right there, too- either on-site (you can swim next to turtles right outside the condo) or down the road a little bit. We spent our last 3 days in Hawaii in Waikiki, a huge contrast to the North Shore, and for first-timers, especially those who don't love crowds, I highly recommend doing things that way- unwind at the condo for several days, then spend a little bit of time in the circus of Waikiki, just to say you did.

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

Sunset View, Great Hawaiian Decor Beachfront Condo

Guest: Mary Ann M. (Folly Beach, SC)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/21/11

We had a great time at Jill's place in Haleiwa. Relaxing, Snorkeling , Grilling by the ocean while watching the Sunset!! Convenient to lots of great beaches or swim and snorkel right in front!!! Good restaurants to enjoy minutes away. Jill was helpful and answering any questions we had about the area!!! Thanks for sharing your home. Can't wait to return !!!! MA Folly beach SC

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

Just as picture

Guest: Ashley T. (Upstate NY)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

Thank you so much! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and everything was just as pictured. The closeness to the beach, was ideal and many of the friendly neighbors we met said it was one of the best kept secrets on the North Shore. We saw sea turtles each day popping their heads up to say hello - and the beach gear including snorkel equipment allowed us to swim just out the reef and get a closer look. Thanks again so much for a great stay and we look forward to coming again!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Location

Guest: Mark (Traverse City, MI)
Date of Stay: 05/03/11 Review Submitted: 05/16/11

Jill’s condo was great a vacation rental; it was so quiet, pretty, comfortable, and cozy. We didn't want to leave. Centrally located on the N. Shore and just a short walk to the historic town of Haleiwa. Don’t forget to try the Pad Thai at Opal’s.

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Great Hawaiian Vacation

Guest: frequentflyer (Laguna Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/28/11 Review Submitted: 05/09/11

Loved this 3rd floor unit with beautiful ocean view balcony. Immaculate, hardwood floors, cute decor, really friendly neighbors. We loved the location, close to town & great beach steps away. Will definitely be coming back!

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

Good beginning...

Guest: Teresa (Snohomish, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/12/11

Location was great! The kitchen remodel was lovely and clean. The only negative thing I must say is the bathrooms are sorely in need of an upgrade. Rusty and badly stained showers and sinks were a bit of a letdown after the lovely kitchen. The shower caddy actually fell off when I put my shampoo on it! The mattress on the bed could also use some attention. My husband has back issues and was not comfortable. We enjoyed our stay nonetheless and really loved the view from the lanai! Had a great meal at Breakers. Walked down to the marina to enjoy watching surfers every morning. Really great beach right in front and beautiful drives to the far western tip and Waimea Bay.

Owner response:Thank you for your review and 4 stars. I'm glad you enjoyed your time at the condo and on the North Shore. I appreciate your compliments on the kitchen remodel. We are in the process of planning the bathrooms remodel. I did resurface the showers 2 years ago. As for the bed, it is less than 5 years old and a "plush" model....which is in between firm and soft. I opted for the medium firmness to meet more guests' needs. Thanks again for taking the time to review my property.

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

Incredible Place to Stay

Guest: Dan (Irvine, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/20/11 Review Submitted: 04/18/11

I don't think you will find a better place to stay on the North Shore, or all of Hawaii for that matter. The condo is in the front building right on the beach. We could see dolphins and turtles from the lanai. The decor is tropical and the bamboo floors make it feel very warm and comfortable. The complex is charming and the beach is very private. The condo itself was also very quiet except for the sound of the waves (which we enjoyed!). It is obvious that the owner cares about the condo. Everything felt new and clean. I highly recommend this property for anyone wanting a relaxing, "easy" vacation in Hawaii.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

What a gem

Guest: Amie & Paul (Lincoln, United Kingdom)
Date of Stay: 08/23/10 Review Submitted: 09/22/10

We stayed in this condo for our honeymoon in late August to early September. I can't really find any words to do it justice. We hired a car and saw plenty of the rest of the island, and we couldn't believe how lucky we had been in finding a place like this. Situated in a lovely town it was so beautiful. A stark contrast to the high-rise buildings and crowded beaches in Waikiki. It was an absolute paradise. We loved sitting on the lanai while the sun was setting each evening or being in the water just outside. It was so lovely to stay in a 'home from home' rather than being in a hotel sitting in 1 room. I have such fond memories of our time in Hawaii. The weather was a lot warmer than we are used to, but we could easily cool down in the sea. This condo is situated in such a great location. We loved going to Scoops of Paradise in the town and sampling their ice cream and mochi. Throughout the honeymoon we both kept saying how lucky we had been in finding this place. I found Jill to be very helpful and prompt in her correspondence - she was a delight to deal with. We don't know anyone who is planning a trip over to Hawaii anytime soon, but if we hear that anyone is we will definitely rrecommend this condo.

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

Charming North Shore Condo

Guest: Ray (Louisburg, KS)
Date of Stay: 06/06/10 Review Submitted: 06/22/10

My wife and I have done the Waikiki thing on previous visits to Oahu. We were ready to experience the more relaxing side of this beautiful island. Your condo provided the perfect, relaxing get-away. Steps from the beach, we could hear the calm summer waves lapping on the shore in the morning and evening. The sunsets were breathtaking. The long sandy beach made for great walks and the shallow water for great snorkeling. The condo was in a great location. It's off the highway that runs through town and provides a secluded almost private beach experience. The condo was beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we expected. The lanai made for a great breakfast location when we chose to eat in. Haliewa offered a nice array of dining experiences and numerous charming shops. And, of course, shave ice of Matsumoto's is an absolute must on your visit. You are just minutes away from some of the world's most famous surf beaches and from some nearly pristine north shore beaches with few people using them just to the west of Haliewa. Don't miss the beautiful Waimea Valley park a few miles up the road. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would definitely rent this condo again on future visits to Oahu.

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

Great Time - Great Place

Guest: InDeanna (Logan, UT USA)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/11/10

We loved our stay at your condo. It was clean and comfortable. The beach was spectacular. We snorkeled every day right off the beach in front of the condo. Great views! Beach was not ever too busy. We saw turtles, crabs, octopus. It was our first visit to Hawaii and we loved staying in Haleiwa. Much better than the hustle and bustle of Honolulu. The people that live there were very friendly and made our stay feel safe and comfortable. We will be coming back soon, I hope. Thanks for such a great time.

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

Great Time - Great Place

Guest: InDeanna (Logan, UT USA)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/11/10

We loved our stay at your condo. It was clean and comfortable. The beach was spectacular. We snorkeled every day right off the beach in front of the condo. Great views! Beach was not ever too busy. We saw turtles, crabs, octopus. It was our first visit to Hawaii and we loved staying in Haleiwa. Much better than the hustle and bustle of Honolulu. The people that live there were very friendly and made our stay feel safe and comfortable. We will be coming back soon, I hope. Thanks for such a great time.

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

Right on the Ocean - Great Friendly Environment

Guest: Mike Duran
Date of Stay: 02/06/10 Review Submitted: 03/10/10

What a great site to see as you walk in the door. The condo sits right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time on the lanai. Going down every evening for the sunset was great and we talked with other guests and found out what they had done and told of our adventures every day. We walked to town almost every day or took the one minute drive!! Great shops and great cheap food. It felt very local and relaxed although we were in Hawaii for 2 weeks and could have stayed a month!! I will find a way to come back here again asap!! I loved Haleiwa so much!!! -Lin and Mike, Elyria,Ohio

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Guest: Jean-Marie2 (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/05/10 Review Submitted: 02/05/10

If you are looking for the shopping mall-with-the-beach-as-an-afterthought vacation experience then, by all means, stay in Waikiki. If you are looking for peace, quiet, gorgeous ocean views (and sounds and scents) stay in this condo on the beautiful North Shore. I recently spent 2 weeks in this condo and really, really didn't want to leave. It was spotlessly clean when I arrived and was so comfortable and convenient I couldn't imagine staying anywhere else. The gorgeous pictures don't do the condo and the beach views justice. Also, the North Shore is a great place to stay. Not too far from Honolulu but quiet and fun, too. I loved watching the surfers on the big waves just up the coast, I loved snorkeling on the beach in front of the condo and seeing sea turtles, fish, etc. I also think I sampled every single shrimp truck on the North Shore. Oy. The owner, Jill, was always a pleasure to deal with. Don't hesitate to spend any or all of your vacation here, it was a wonderful experience.

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Guest: Steve Gonzalez (Anchorage, AK)
Date of Stay: 11/19/09 Review Submitted: 11/19/09

What a great place! This is probably the best deal on the North Shore with the killer location next to the park, boat harbor, turtles, snorkling,surfing, surfing shops and golf courses. 3rd floor highth and trees makes it private too.

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Best Place on the North Shore

Guest: Kimberly De Young
Date of Stay: 10/07/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/10

We just can say enough about this place! The waves lapping outside, the great ocean breezes...so romantic. In fact my husband proposed on our first visit! We have been making an annual trip ever since, the unit is so nicely decorated and great location on the North Shore. We really enjoy being able to sit on the lanai, watch the waves and run down to the beach anytime we want. Thank you for having us and we look forward to visiting your beautiful condo for many more years to come. -Kim, Laguna Beach, CA

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Guest: Chrissy & Mark Xavier (Hayward, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/02/09 Review Submitted: 10/01/09

I highly recommend this Condo. We truly enjoyed our stay. We spent our mornings having coffee on the beach, our afternoons swimming and watching the turtles (which their was plenty to watch) from the beach. To end our day we had Sunset Cocktails at the picnic tables which was great. If you have a chance to stay at Haleiwa Surf this is a great Condo to do so.

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Great Condo

Guest: Mark Xavier
Date of Stay: 09/20/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/10

Positive 10/02/2009 I highly recommend this Condo. We truly enjoyed our stay. We spent our mornings having coffee on the beach, our afternoons swimming and watching the turtles (which their was plenty to watch) from the beach. To end our day we had Sunset Cocktails at the picnic tables which was great. If you have a chance to stay at Haleiwa Surf this is a great Condo to do so. -Chrissy & Mark, Hayward, CA

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Guest: Michelle and Lew (Albuquerque, NM)
Date of Stay: 08/03/09 Review Submitted: 08/02/09

Our family has stayed in Haleiwa every summer for years and we are so happy to have found this condo. It is the only place we want to stay from now on. The condo is so light and airy and the view from the balcony is indescribable. We fell asleep to the sound of the ocean every night. This is a condo that I would recommend again and again. Enjoy!

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Only Place to Stay

Guest: Michelle Seebinger
Date of Stay: 07/20/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/10

Our family has stayed in Haleiwa every summer for years and we are so happy to have found this condo. It is the only place we want to stay from now on. The condo is so light and airy and the view from the balcony is indescribable. We fell asleep to the sound of the ocean every night. This is a condo that I would recommend again and again. Enjoy! -Michelle and Lew, Albuquerque, NM

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/23/09 Review Submitted: 02/23/09

We stayed here 2-6-09 to 2-13-09 What a great site to see as you walk in the door. The condo sits right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time on the lanai. Going down every evening for the sunset was great and we talked with other guests and found out what they had done and told of our adventures every day. We walked to town almost every day or took the one minute drive!! Great shops and great cheap food. It felt very local and relaxed although we were in Hawaii for 2 weeks and could have stayed a month!! I will find a way to come back here again asap!! I loved Haleiwa so much!!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/12/09

We have stayed at the condo a few times and love every visit! Being in the front building and top floor adds to the privacy and "away from it all" feeling. The condo is clean and decorately beautifully. It is so nice to have the beach right in front. We loved snorkeling in the reef-protected water and even saw some whales out in the distance. We cannot say enough about this wonderful spot in paradise!

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

I have stayed at this condo twice and plan to return again! It is wonderful. I especially enjoy the oceanfront location, being able to walk to town, the cleanliness & decor, and access to shopping and the Sunset Beach School Farmer's Market. I highly recommend it!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/30/09

I loved your condo and its view. It is great to see Kaena Point and surfing from the lanai. We plan on coming back each year!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/30/09

We just can say enough about this place! The waves lapping outside, the great ocean breezes...so romantic. In fact Von proposed on our first visit! We have been making an annual trip ever since, the unit is so nicely decorated and great location on the North Shore. We really enjoy being able to sit on the lanai, watch the waves and run down to the beach anytime we want. Thank you for having us and we look forward to visiting your beautiful condo for many more years to come. Kimberly & Von

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Perfect escape on the North Shore

Guest: Newlyweds225 (Pittsburgh)
Date of Stay: 12/24/08 Review Submitted: 01/21/09

While the weather was less than perfect during our stay on Oahu, we loved Jill's condo. The decor is beautiful and the unit is extremely well maintained and clean. The kitchen is very well stocked. The property manager lives on site and is knowledgeable, friendly and does a fantastic job of making sure that things are in order. We highly recommend sleeping on the futon in the living room at night, with the lanai doors open, so you can fall asleep and wake up to the hypnotic and romantic sounds of the surf! If you enjoy the North Shore, the location of the condo can't be beat. You're a short walk away from Haleiwa town and all of the great restaurants and shops there. Jill is very friendly and extremely easy to work with. This was our first experience renting a privately owned condo and based on my interactions with her, I would absolutely do it again. We highly recommend renting this property, as we will certainly look into renting it again whenever we return to Hawaii. Many mahalos!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Beach for Snorkeling...and Dolphins Too!

Guest: Family that Loves the North Shore (Stockton, California)
Date of Stay: 06/18/08 Review Submitted: 01/29/09

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with our family. We had a great stay! The beach was perfect for my 5 year old son. We had a great time snorkeling & watching dolphins out front. We really enjoyed every day of our stay. The neighbors were very kind and friendly. The North Shore offers so much variety in shopping, restaurants & activities that we recommend it to all!

Recommended for:Families with young children

Your condo is wonderful!

Guest: Deena P. (Turlock, California)
Date of Stay: 01/02/08 Review Submitted: 01/20/09

I highly recommend the condo. We loved the view! We saw so many fish and turtles in the beach out front. The North Shore is so beautiful!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.