Location: Kailua, East Oahu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA (30 minutes (20 miles) from Honolulu Int'l Airport - Eastside)
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-3)
Keywords: Apartment
Hale O KuhiKuhi HiHi' O --> "Ha Lay O Coo Hee Coo Hee Hee Hee O"
Aloha and Welcome to the "House of Sweet Dreams." If you were able to pronounce the name of our vacation rental let us Congratulate you on your first Hawaiian language lesson.
Our quaint and cozy, large, one bedroom, Apartment unit is located half a block from world famous Kailua Beach. Kailua meaning "two seas" is located on the southeastern shore on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.
Come and take a tour with us:
Imagine starting your day with a complimentary cup of fresh brewed Kona Coffee and a sunrise walk on the three mile stretch of pristine white sand beach. With its gentle trade winds and constant water temperatures ranging from 70-75 degrees Fahrenheit (20-25 degrees Celsius), Kailua Beach is a perfect setting for year round water-sports. Some of the activities you may partake in include: swimming, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, snorkeling, body surfing, boogie boarding, kayaking, etc.
There are other water activities nearby including: scuba diving, deep sea fishing, glass bottom boat rides, jet skiing, para-sailing, submarine voyage, etc.
Our "Hawaiiana" decor gives you the true island feeling of "home away from home." Palm trees, antique rattan furniture, "ukulele" paper towel holder, and kitchen "ukulele" dish towel rack are some of the unique accents of our unit that are found in no other part of the world. Along with the Bamboo towel bars in the bathroom this unit gives you a tropical feeling of truly being in the Pacific.
After a full day of water activities come back, crank up that Air Conditioning unit to prepare your surroundings for some much needed "snooze" time. Embellish in a hot shower with complimentary "local" island fragranced shower gels and lotions. It's time to take some "R&R" (rest and relaxation). ** BAMM ** REVITALIZATION HAS OCCURRED!!!
By this time you have worked up quite an appetite. Kailua town offers quite a variety of restaurants ranging from casual to fine dining. Some of our favorites include: Los Garcias Mexican, Assagio's Italian, Buzz's Steakhouse, Champa Thai, Noboru Japanese, Big City Diner, Cinnamon's family, etc. There are also the regular fast food restaurants available including: McDonald's, Taco Bell, Jack-in-the Box, Papa John's Pizza, etc.
Another alternative might be to put your favorite foods on the Barbecue Gas Grill and dine on the Patio Lanai. However, and yet still another alternative might be to enjoy a full blown "night on the town." The Famous "Waikiki" is a mere 30 minute drive into Honolulu. A more extensive list of restaurants is available and after dinner you may find a wide variety of music for your listening pleasure or visit some of the local nightclubs and enjoy dancing the night away until 4 AM.
You might not be a water enthusiast - there are various other activities to enjoy - including: golf, hiking, art or historic museums, sight seeing, Pearl Harbor Memorial, shopping, bicycling, Sea Life Park, Waikiki Aquarium, live theater, movies, sky diving, glider rides, etc.
Mahalo and "Thank You" for coming on our tour we hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we enjoyed taking you on your tropical vacation memory that will last a lifetime. Bring your imagination to reality. You deserve to experience the "House of Sweet Dreams."
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Also Ceiling Fans located in bedroom and kitchen area.
- Linens Provided : Comfortable high thread count sheets, pillows and pillow cases. Luxurious bath towels as well as kitchen towels are provided. Lots of Beach Towels included as well.
- Washer : Washer and clothesline available 8 AM up until 8 PM
- Dryer : Available upon request. Located in the main house dwelling for our guests use upon our arrival from work after 3 PM
- Off Street Parking : TONS of parking available.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Comfort at its best with a 2" Memory Foam Topper
- Double Bed : Comfortable Double or Single Floor Futon Mattress available for an extra person or children.
- Crib : Available upon request.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : WALL MOUNTED FLAT SCREEN TV
- DVD
- Video Library : ASSORTMENT OF DVD MOVIES
- Music Library : IPOD DOCKING STATION AVAILABLE FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Our Kitchenette features: Microwave, Toaster/Broiler Oven, 2 Burner Hotplate, 10 Cup Coffee Maker.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : The kitchen is complete with pots/pans dishes, glasses & cutlery for preparing meals.
- Refrigerator : Full Sized Refrigerator with complimentary Kona coffee, sugar and creamer.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Feast yourself on your favorite steaks or fresh fish -- Mahi Mahi, Opah (moon fish), Ahi, Salmon, etc. And for an added treat try putting fresh Pineapple on the Grill -- Woo Hoo talk about Yummy !!!!!
- Deck/Patio : Private Patio w/ Furniture and Double Chaise Lounge with 2 umbrellas for shade.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Windows XP Compatible.
- Other Amenities
- Coffee Maker, Kona Coffee, Dishes, Travel Coffee Mugs, Kleenex, Q-Tips, Ice Cooler, Island Fragranced Shower Gels and Lotions, Beach Umbrella, Beach Chairs, Travel Back Gammon, Travel Checkers, Playing Cards.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Allowed : SMOKING ALLOWED ON LANAI ONLY -- NOT IN THE RENTAL. PERMITTED WITH CLOSURE OF SLIDING GLASS DOOR.
- Smoking Not Allowed : ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE RENTAL. HOWEVER, WE DO ALLOW SMOKING ON THE PATIO / LANAI.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- "With "NO" rocks in the water the BEST Boogie Boarding is a 1/2 block away. We also have lots of toys for the beach: Umbrella, Sun Shade for babies, Frisbees, Paddle Ball, Shovels and Buckets for the kids, Red Wagon for transportation of toys to the beach."
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
RATES: $125/NTE .. $750/WK - SINGLE/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY/XTRA PERS. $15/NTE..$9O/WK
2 CHILDREN UNDER 12 SAME PRICE AS XTRA PERSON CHARGE.
LOCAL "KAMA'AINA RATES: $100/NTE .. $600/WK (VALID HAWAII DRIVER'S LICENSE)
XTRA PERSON: $10/NTE .. $60/WK.
*** HIGH SEASON RATES DECEMBER 16, 2012 - JANUARY 1, 2013 ***
$165/NTE .. $990/WK //XTRA PERSON $25/NTE .. $150/WK
*** REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT 30 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL DATE ***
** ON CHECK-IN DAY ABSOLUTELY NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN FOR YOUR RESERVED DATES ****
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Double Chaise Lounge for your relaxation and enjoyment. - Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii Apartment Rental
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- Front Entrance Patio/Lanai area w/ Umbrella and Patio Furniture + BBQ Area - Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii Apartment Rental
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- Main Entrance Doorway w/ Breakfast Table - Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii Apartment Rental
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- Comfortable Queen Sized Bed w/ 2" Comfort Topper & Window A/C Unit.
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- Front Entrance - Flat Screen TV, DVD Player, & iPod Docking Station
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- Kitchenette Area - Full Sized Refrig., Microwave Oven, Grocery Storage Cabinet
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- Kitchenette Area Sink / Entrance To Bathroom.
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- Bathroom w/ Vanity + 4' X 6' 2 Person Tall Tiled Shower.
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- Sunrise at Lanikai point Far Right off of Kailua Beach
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- Sunrise 1/2 block from vacation rental view looking to left -- Kailua Beach.
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- Midday Kailua Beach 2 minutes away -- "Twin Islands" in the background
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- World Famous "Waikiki Beach" Sunset 30 minutes from House of Sweet Dreams
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- Enjoy a free tour of the Pearl Harbor Memorial -- A day you will NEVER forget !!
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- Boogie Boarding - NO ROCKS in the H2O always the recipe for a safe ride !!!
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- Kayaking in Kailua Bay -- Be on the lookout for the "Honu's" (Turtles)
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- Scenic drive to the North Shore -- Waimea Bay - In Winter waves reach 30 FEET
Traveler Reviews (52)
Much Mahalo for a Fantastic Stay!
Guest: annie
(Lawrence, KS)
Date of Stay: 01/09/12
Review Submitted: 01/25/12
Where to start? So very glad we made this choice of places to be.The whole experience was fantastic! No complaints at all! My husband and I stayed for 10 nights. Far away from the crazieness of Waikiki, this quiet residential neighborhood is just what we wanted. The apartment is very clean, access is private, it has everything you need. Beach access is a block away and they provide towels and toys for the beach. Kathy and Val are super people! They gave great recommendations for places to go and good restaraunts, and where to avoid.They give very good driving directions, too. They are beyond accommodating! We had plenty of privacy, but knew that they were nearby if we had questions or needed ANYthing. I've never had such a pleasant experience. The pictures of the rental are accurate, the description is accurate. If anything, it's even sweeter in person! It is a well mantained property, Kathy and Val really care about providing a great place for visitors. I would absolutly recommend this place to couples, couples with children, all my friends and relatives..anyone who can appreciate the quiet neighborhood and great beach. There are plenty of things to do nearby, you can walk to local shops and restaraunts, it takes a few days to get around to everything! Driving is easy in the area. Kathy & Val, you feel like friends, we were so glad to meet you. It was wonderful talking to each and both of you. You made our stay feel like home. Val, thanks for drying the laundry, I felt so indulged! Kathy & Val, your generosity is a sweetness in the world. You are both awesome! Mahalo and Aloha xoxo
Owner response:Awe Annie and Mike, Thank you SO MUCH for such a RAVING review. We REALLY appreciate your kind words about the 2 of us. We are happy that your first stay in a vacation rental was a good experience. Believe me some of our stays in vacation rentals were NOT so pleasant. From our different experiences we gathered all kinds of information of what would help make our guests feel at home. It was such a pleasure hosting the 2 of you during your stay here to attend your daughter's wedding. We enjoyed the time we spent chatting with you folks about life in Kansas and the different experiences you shared with Val and I. We are happy that you were comfortable in our little piece of paradise we call home. We hope to see you folks in the future sometime and will welcome you with open arms. With Much Aloha, Your friends, Kathy and Val
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Sweet Charmer
Guest: Les and Bobbie
(Pinckneyville, IL)
Date of Stay: 02/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/18/11
Aloha to Kathy and Val. We were the disaster visitors from Illinois. Seems like our whole trip was under a shadow. But, Thanks to Kathy and Val and Hawaiian hospitality our trip was saved. We started the trip leaving a seriously ill Mother back home and with alot of hesistant feelings on whether we should proceed with the trip since it was a preplanned gift from our sons. Val met us with open arms and alot of compassion. Then after a calamity with water pipes, Kathy and Val did everything in their power to make the rest of our vacay a spectacular trip while making neccesary repairs. I can't say enough good about these two property owners. They went above and beyond in taking care of us. They really stepped up to the plate and left nothing undone. No doubt, It was a clean, well supplied cottage managed by two of the kindest people on God's green earth. It is true, you can tell a person's true character when a problem erupts. Much Love and I wish we could come back and experience the trip again. P.S. I lost my Mom on April 22.
Owner response:Aloha Les and Bobbie, I must have missed this review somehow. Thank you SO MUCH for your review. Believe me we wish that we can turn back the hands of time and start your vacation all over. WHAT A DISASTROUS TIME having our main water line burst in the rental during your stay. Thank God the water stayed contained within the slab and did not have any damage to your personal items. Words are so inadequate to explain how horrible we felt with this disaster. Thank you for your understanding. Bobbie we are so sorry for the loss of your precious momma on April 22, 2011. May all the memories of your relationship forever stay near to your heart. For it is these memories that will help you through your time of grieving. Val and I speak from experience on this one as we have both lost our mothers' as well a few years back. If you are ever out this way again we would love to host you folks. And rest assured our pipes are rerouted above the slab and will never be a problem again. With Much Love and Aloha, Kathy and Val
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Baby Friendly Rental! Will return soon! PROMISE!
Guest: Vanessa
(Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/17/11
Review Submitted: 08/30/11
Kathy and Val thought of EVERYTHING when putting together the House of Sweet Dreams. My husband, 10 month old, and I recently stayed for a week. It had everything we needed. Highlights for me and my baby were the crib, beach toys, a food chopper that allowed me to make some home made food for my munchkin and of course the red wagon! The home was sparkling clean (cleaner than my house) so I let my baby crawl around freely! K & V were super duper accommodating when my hubby suffered a tiny accident out at sea! They went above and beyond to make sure that we were all okay. This was a fantastic intro to Hawaii and intro to vacation rental. Stay here if you have babies! You won't be disappointed. PROMISE!
Owner response:Aloha Grecya, Israel, and Lil' Iyari, Thank you for such a FANTASTIC review. We REALLY appreciate your more than positive comments. Val and I truly enjoy providing a comfortable place for our guests and try HARD to think of everything that they would need on their vacation here in the islands. We look forward to seeing you folks again in the near future and by that time Iyari will be running all over. With Much Aloha, Kathy & Val XO
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children.
Awesome stay in Kailau - Thank You.
Guest: Sara & Buz
(Huntington Beach, California)
Date of Stay: 07/18/11
Review Submitted: 08/10/11
Our first trip to Oahu and had no idea what to expect, what an awesome experience. Kathy & Val were awesome, the perfect hosts. Gave us our privacy, but still friendly and told us places to go eat and places to see. The place is secluded, but yet very close to the beach. Definitely will be back again, not soon enough I am afraid.
Owner response:Aloha Sara and Buz, Thank you for such a GREAT review. We enjoyed hosting you folks during your VERY busy stay here for the week. It sounded like all the wedding festivities were fun to attend. Hurry back we would LOVE to see you folks again. With Much Aloha, Kathy & Val
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Thank you Kathy and Val!
Guest: Dorrie and Sean
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/11/11
We loved staying at Kathy and Val's "house of sweet dreams". Perfect for 2 people, 1 block from the most beautiful (not crowded) beach. There are a few shopping centers with a variety of really good restaurants (try Cinnamon's, Formaggio's and aloha salads) which are really close to their house. Kathy and Val were the best hosts, very friendly and laid back. I would definitely recommend at least a night in Kailua. We also stayed in Waikiki and the North Shore -- Kailua was our favorite part of the island! Thank you Kathy and Val!
Owner response:Aloha Dorrie and Sean, Thank you for submitting a review online of your stay @ "The House of Sweet Dreams". It was a pleasure hosting you and Sean for the night. A short stay but as you have stated well worth it. You have put an ear to ear smile on our faces knowing that you enjoyed our little piece that we call paradise -- Kailua. We sure hope that we will meet up again someday and spread our "Aloha Spirit" for a longer stay the next time around. A Hui Hou (until we meet again), Aloha, Kathy and Val
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great Stay in Kailua!!
Guest: Tomo, Ryoko, Kaiho, & Ren
(Chiba, Japan)
Date of Stay: 11/21/10
Review Submitted: 12/11/10
Thank you for everything. Our first visit to Kailua became a great days for Kathy and Val. The big red wagon was nice to go to the beach with kids. They liked the meny beach toys. We spent much time at the beautiful beach. It is lik e a private beach. I can see the blue green ocean and white sand when I close my eyes even now. Thank you for returning the remote control for us and doing laundry...You helped us a lot. We hope we can visit the greate house of sweet dreams again. If you have chance to come to Japan, please let us know!!
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Wonderful stay in Kailua!
Guest: Melissa B.
(Bend, Oregon, U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10
Review Submitted: 10/13/10
My husband and I had an absolutely fabulous time in Kailua, and Kathy and Val's beautiful apartment was a big part of that! They could not have been more warm, welcoming and helpful - thought of everything to make our stay there great - from aloe for sunburns, to snorkels and boogie boards, to yummy Kona coffee, to sweet-smelling Bath and Body Works products in the bathroom. :-) And they struck the perfect balance between being attentive to our needs but giving us tons of privacy. The apartment was the perfect size for us, spotlessly clean, and about a block from gorgeous Kailua Beach - and I don't mean the Kailua Beach Park which seemed to get crowded at times. The area of the beach you access from the apartment is so much better - it has softer sand and very few people there. We had a great time grilling in the yard - and even got a recommendation from our hosts for marinated meat to grill that was so tasty. The shower was spacious and had great water pressure - wireless Internet worked great - street was quiet with very little traffic - we literally have NO COMPLAINTS whatsoever - ok just one - the trip should have been much longer!! :-) When (not if) we find our way back to Oahu, we'll certainly stay in Kailua and would consider ourselves lucky to stay with Kathy and Val again. Many thanks and much love - Melissa & Aaron
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great price! Great place!
Guest: WW
(Walla Walla, WA)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10
Review Submitted: 07/20/10
My wife, 2 year old son, and I all stayed at the quiet House of Sweet Dreams and had a great time. The rental had everything we needed. They even provided a crib and had toys readily available for use on the beach which is literally a 1-2 min easy walk. The town of Kailua is not far either and has tons of places to eat and shop. Was great for our family but would be great for a couple as well. Thanks Kathy and Val for making our stay so special.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Favorite Accomodation Yet!
Guest: MaliaLynne
(Issaquah, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/25/10
Review Submitted: 06/12/10
Big thank you to Aunty Val and Kathy. We loved the adorable unit - perfect size, full kitchen, laundry accessiblity, AWESOME shower!!!!, suntan lotion, condiments/honey/tea/coffee, jogging stroller, crib, Hawaiian-style dinner, it was all perfect! Our own little private yard was perfect for sunbathing and enjoying breakfast. You both put so much effort and love into making our first vacation with our little one so memorable and wonderful. We'll see you again in February!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Guest: Connie Holder
(Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 11/11/09
Review Submitted: 11/11/09
August 28 - September 7, 2009 Aloha Kathy and Val, I just wanted to let you know that I had a wonderful time in Kailua and was very pleased with the House of Sweet Dreams! The location was perfect -- within walking distance to everything. This studio was exceptionally clean and very comfortable. When you say just pack your clothes, you weren't kidding. I had everything I could possibly need. After exploring the entire island of Oahu, I can definitely say that Kailua Beach and Lanikai are by far the most beautiful. These beaches are great for snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, or just relaxing without the crowds. Thank you for your generous hospitality and for providing this lovely rental at such an affordable price. Mahalo, Connie Holder Kernersville, NC
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