Vacation Rentals by Owner

Excellent location

Guest: Richard (Anmore, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/02/12 Review Submitted: 04/27/12

We stayed at this place for two weeks, 4 adults and one child (3 year old). The location is super quiet and gives you access to some of the nicest beaches we have seen in Oahu (Just across from the YMCA camp, where you can see 5-8 turtles at the time). Relatively close to civilization, but far enough that the only thing you hear at night is the ocean beating against the wall in front of the master bedroom. The house has an open concept, very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. It could use a better BBQ, but I am being picky. Definitely will visit again while in Oahu.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children.

Perfect House

Guest: Jennifer H. (Wyoming, Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 03/05/12 Review Submitted: 03/19/12

The house was just as promised. The ocean view was wonderful and the house was beautiful. All of our interactions with the owner and manager were good and they were very attentive. The house had everything we could have thought of and more. We would recommend this house for anyone wanting to stay on the North Shore. We hope to return someday!

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Relaxing Waterfront Home

Guest: Washington Native (Seattle, WA )
Date of Stay: 12/08/11 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

A wonderful house right on the water! We went in December and the surf was high which made for some “noisy” (in a good way) nights with the waves hitting the sea wall. It was amazing to see and hear! It was wonderful to sleep with the master bedroom door open and hear the ocean. The location of the house put us in a great location for driving to the Bonzai Pipeline to see the Billabong Pipe Masters surf competition. The house was clean and well stocked with the basics (oil, flour, sugar, lots of spices, and many condiments) and much more (beach toys, cooler, beach towels, CD’s with Hawaiian music, guide books) The pictures accurately depict the house, but during our 4 nights there was no beach at the house likely due to high surf. There is a gate across the driveway so that the house is completely “fenced in” which is nice if you have younger children. Huge bin of VHS tapes which our kids loved. Amazing LONG beach just a short drive down the road. It was too rough to swim in while we were there, but it was fine to play on and I’m sure it is amazing during calmer months. If you’re a Lost fan, you’re in the heart of where much of it was filmed. I would recommend this house.

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

Don't Miss This One.... Ten Stars

Guest: Dr Berens (Westlake Village Ca)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 01/24/12

Because I have family on the North shore, I visit often and have always booked through VRBO. This particular listing is what I have searched for every time.... but never found. The location is smack on the water so the intensity of the waves breaking is music to my ears. Beacause it has a sea wall, there is a perimeter of privacy and safety so at night you can chose to leave all the doors open with confidence. It is very easy to get to the sandy beach as it is a few short yards away from the spacious backyard that has a user-freindly BBQ. The home itself is well laid out and beautifully and tastefully furnished and very clean. All the equipment from the blender in the kitchen to the big screen TV and split air conditioners are top notch and great quality. The appliances are newer, the beds plush and soft, and the overall ambience is peaceful and Zen-like. Then owners were extremely helpful and cooperated in assisting me to extend my time here to add on a few more days (who could leave??) .The home is centrally located to all. I will plan to book another stay here as it really felt like home!

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

Another great staycation.

Guest: C. Teramae (Mililani, Oahu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 10/11/11

My family (husband, adult son, toddler daughter and my parents) stayed at the beach house from September 16-20th, 2011 (we had stayed there previously in Sept 2009). My husband, dad and son had a great time fishing from right behind the house. The best catch was on the last day --- my dad caught a nice sized o'io :) My daughter also enjoyed playing in the sand in the backyard. Beach access was not very far away at all, and we were able to meet other family members for some nice beach time over that weekend. Very pleased overall with our stay.

Owner response:T. Family, Mahalo for you review and for choosing "Mokuleia on the Water" for your "staycation" We love REPEAT GUESTS !!! Aloha~

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

Lovely and Quiet

Guest: Lele (Arcadia, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/01/11

My husband, 4 kids and I just spent a week at Debbie and John's fantastic house and I have nothing but great things to report. Debbie and John extended so much aloha spirit and that helped make a memroable vacay. The kids were delighted with the location to the water and the countless turtles that spent the day feeding right in front of the house. The location felt as if we were on our own island but we were only 10 minutes to Halewia where all the north shore action is. The house was just as it was listed and did not disappoint. The breeze that came in from the ocean everyday was wonderful and cooled the house perfectly. The north shore is our favorite spot on Oahu and I am so glad I found this rental as we are sure to return again and I will be renting from Debbie and John again. Also want to comment on Marti who is the property manager. Fabulous is all I can say....she answered my countless questions and provided all the information we needed for a great vacation. Definitely would recommend friends and family to stay here too.

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

December 2010 vacation

Guest: J. (Denver, CO, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

Visited in December for a week. The floor plan is open and nice, house was clean, and the back looks out over the ocean. House was comfortable for the 6 of us. There is no beach at house to use since ocean ends at beach wall and steps down to water are steep and sharp. Wished that the back patio had a roof so we could enjoy that area more often. Weather was rainy at this time of year; power went out for part of a day, and house water was not available for part of another day. The house had little ants in the kitchen and we saw several cockroaches - guess that is a common problem. The location is across from the local airfield and seemed a bit far from activities. Overall a good value, safe and a nice place to stay.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

Conover's Beach House

Guest: Lockes (La Jolla, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/06/10 Review Submitted: 10/25/10

We just returned from a great 2-week stay at Conover’s beach house in Mokuleia on the North Shore of Oahu. We were blessed to be there for a beautiful family wedding at Waimea Chapel with an incredible sunset reception at the Loulu Palm Estate near Sunset Beach followed by relaxed vacation time. At the beach house, the ocean was at our door step and turtles swam the reef everyday. We slept to the sound of the waves and awoke to climb down the rock steps and take a swim each morning and then walk on the beach. We swam, snorkeled, and paddled right off the house...for anyone who loves the ocean, surf, beach, sunshine and quiet island life, this was paradise. Skydivers floated down daily overhead, yet the house is private and secure. The house was fully equipped with every kitchen, household, or beach necessity. Marti

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

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Guest: The H's (Little Egg Harbor, NJ)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/11/10

My husband, three children (ages 13, 11, and 9), my mother-in-law, and I stayed for 5 days in July 2010. The listing description and photos were very accurate. The property was very clean and well-maintained. The house manager was awesome answering my many questions. I loved sitting on the seawall, drinking my morning coffee, and watching for the sea turtles. The surf was too rough to swim from the house location, but the view was great. The kids enjoyed watching the skydivers float overhead. My children took a surf lesson from Surf n Sea in Haleiwa. The instructor, TG, was so patient with my daughter (only 52 pounds). He was not sure she was big enough to paddle out, but she was the first one out and the last one in. They all had a fantastic time. While the house is located about an hour from Pearl Harbor, it was nice to come back to a quiet comfortable house after a long hot day of touring. Loved the outdoor shower and the box of chocolates. I would highly recommend this location to anyone vacationing on Oahu.

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

Just Perfect

Guest: The NG's (Long Beach, Ca)
Date of Stay: 05/18/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

Just finished a week long stay at this property with six of us in our party. The ocean view from the most rooms and the back yard was spectacular. The sea turtles love hanging out all around the ocean wall which was amazing to watch each day. The kitchen was "Kitchen Friendly" and the beds were very comfortable. Safe and secure off street private parking was nice as well as the location. Close to almost anything you wish to do on the North Shore. I made my first skydiving jump! We all had a blast and would stay here again.

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

The grandkids took grandma

Guest: Grandma and the girls (Laramie, WY)
Date of Stay: 10/03/09 Review Submitted: 10/11/09

This home is fabulous!!!! What an open floor plan for enjoyment of the ocean and each other! You couldn't ask for better views and the moon reflecting on the water...omg...how awesome! We fell asleep to the sound of waves crashing on the ocean wall every night and never even turned on the air conditioning because the breezes were so wonderful. You bet we'd stay again. Thanks, everyone for providing such a clean and well equiped home for our group.

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

Guest: Colleen Teramae (Mililani, Oahu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 09/13/09 Review Submitted: 09/12/09

We had use of the house from 9/8/09 thru 9/12/09. My husband had been looking for a nice beach house to stay at since it had been a long time since we've been on a vacation (due to the birth of our daughter in April 2008). At first it was discouraging because we weren't getting responses to our inquiries --- we've been told that most VR owners prefer NOT to book local residents for various reasons. When the Conovers contacted us, it was like a godsend. Confirming us for our dates was a quick process, and House Manager Marti was easily available to answer our questions. The house itself is as represented in its description and photos. We think it is the best house on that stretch of beach by far. My parents also joined us for the week and enjoyed much needed relaxation. My husband and father enjoyed the fact that they could fish right out of the backyard. It is truly a "dream house". -- Glen, Colleen & Mia Teramae...

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Guest: Ellen and Brian Donovan (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/26/09 Review Submitted: 08/26/09

This is a fantastic place! We always rent houses for vacation and this is one of the best we've had. Good beds, all equipment you could need (in good condition), plus a few extras, wonderful backyard/patio and very kid friendly. There was more to do than we expected on the North Shore...I'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks!

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Family & the Ocean

Guest: Pulelehua (Hawaii Kai, 'Oahu, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 08/02/09

Aloha, What a lovely home. I live on Oahu and am regularly renting beach houses for my own vacation as well as for my family when they visit. The house is amazingly clean and well equipped. Everything you need, all tile floors so very easy to keep clean. The view is incredible with skydivers going by and the ocean breaking on the wall. And all at such a reasonable price. I have family members staying here this week and have extended our stay as more come in for my mom's memorial. What a place to recover from all that stress of caregiving. A perfect place from which to see all Oahu has to offer, or to just relax and read and enjoy the ocean, I don't plan to more for at least 3 more days. than maybe i will make it out to snorkel elsewhere. oh and the air conditioning really works, everything in this house is like it is brand new.

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

I will return!

Guest: bob in texas (Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 11/13/08 Review Submitted: 11/25/08

My family of five found this was the perfect spot for us. nice and roomy, well appointed, great for relaxation. There was attention to detail with the provided beach chairs and lots of tidbits of the local scene. The owner and agent were both very accommodating and interested in making sure we were taken care of Recommend for anyone who wishes to really experience the North Shore and do it is the comfort of a house.

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

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/23/08

Vaction Rentals by Owner on VRBO Listing Number #73267 Arriving late at night after a long journey from England, what a breath taking view to wake up to "sun, sea, surf & sand". During our two week stay {9th-23rd September 2008}, we had a turtle visit us most days, a wonderful experience. The house was very spacious, comfortable, cosy, relaxing and peaceful. A well cared for home, beautifully furnished and CLEAN, everything you would want and need for the "perfect" holiday. It was lovely sitting in nice surroundings watching the skydivers and surfers {even our son had a go at surfing}. We hired a board locally, good rates, at Wave Riding Vehicles, Haleiwa. We had a fantastic time on the island and our stay at "Mokuleia on the Water" made it even more of an amazing holiday. We would certainly recommend to family, friends and hopefully come back. We would like to thank Marti for all her help and kindness, a lovely lady. Mahalo The Jeffreys Family, Herne Bay, Kent. ENGLAND

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Guest: Anonymous (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/18/08

My family (my husband and I and three children ages 16, 12, and 10) stayed for 10 days in August 2008 and had a wonderful time. The house has recently been renovated and is beautifully decorated and well appointed with everything you need for a wonderful beach vacation. The house was immaculately clean when we arrived. There is plenty of room for a family of five or six to stay in this home without feeling cramped in the least. The ocean view from the house was so magnificent I couldn't wait to get up in the morning and drink my morning coffee on the patio. This house is just a short drive away from beautiful beaches like Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and look forward to our next visit to Hawaii.

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Guest: Robert S. (-)
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/17/08

Oh! what a charming house - whales outside the back door -turtles in the bay -this place is great. This is perfect place to relax - a top notch unit. And just down the street from "LOST"

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Guest: Tracy Kaiser (Cardiff, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/07 Review Submitted: 09/28/07

John & Debbie - I can't tell you how much I enjoyed staying in your home. It was absolutely perfect. The home is beautifully decorated, and the view of the water is amazing. It was a very relaxing experience. I didn't need to go anywhere else, because I had everything I needed right there. I hope I get the chance to stay there again. Thank you very much. And thanks to Marti...she was so helpful and nice! Tracy Kaiser

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Guest: Darrin and Jeanne Hoffman (Charlestown, IN)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/14/07

John and Debbie, We would truly like to thank you for creating such a piece of paradise with your home in paradise and allowing it to be shared by those who are lucky enough to rent the property. After two weeks in the house it just doesn't seem fair to have to give up the awesome ocean views and sound of the waves for traffic, work and all the other "fun" stuff. Everyone had a great time at your beautifully decorated and maintained home! We appreciate Marti checking in with us to make sure everything was okay, which once again was awesome. Much Mahalo and Aloha!

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Guest: Donna Frishe (Georgia)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07 Review Submitted: 06/11/07

We had a wonderful family vacation at your beach home. It was a relaxing environment away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. You thought of everything in appointing this home for the vacationing family and we found absolutely nothing lacking. I highly recommend your vacation home to anyone and everyone. Mahalo for an ideal vacation setting!!

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Guest: The Nelsons (Halfmoon Bay BC)
Date of Stay: 03/01/07 Review Submitted: 03/19/07

Great kitchen, huge TV, sleeping to the sound of the surf is heaven, lots of extras in the home. Would never stay in Waikiki again, North Shore much more Hawaiian and interesting. Private and quiet, restful.

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Guest: Angela Mason (Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 01/01/07 Review Submitted: 01/19/07

We so enjoyed our November stay at your beautiful home! It was everything we had hoped for in a vacation home! The sounds of the waves and the peaceful surroundings were heavenly! The home accommodated our two children's wheelchairs without a hitch - plenty of room to move about and our dear daughter, six (severely disabled), adored sitting on the patio listening to the waves and feeling the wind on her face! Thank you for a lovely vacation! We hope to return one day! Angela, Kevin, Andrew, Katie, Chrissy, Stephen and baby Emily!

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Guest: Anita Miller (Mandeville, La)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/17/06

We just spent our 25th wedding anniversary at this beautiful home. I can't say enough good things about it. My husband and I were so relaxed there whether drinking our coffee in the morning or watching t.v. after a long day of sightseeing. I have stayed in a lot of places and by far this home was spotless! Marti was just wonderful making sure that a light was left on for us when we arrived and even calling to make sure everything was going well. The house has a book with all the "hot" spots to visit and we hit just about every one. If you want to be out of the "ant farm" of Waikiki then this is the place to be. The small surfing town of Haleiwa is nearby with great restaurants and shops. Thank you so much John and family for making our first trip to Hawaii a wonderful memory. Mahalo, Anita and Paul Mandeville, Louisiana

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Guest: JOAN HOGUE (RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA , CA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/06 Review Submitted: 08/05/06

I am sitting in the living room of your home right now and I am booking it for the first week of January! This house is absolutely the ultimate, I am a Maui Girl and we frequent the islands often, this house is the best ever. We are leaving for Maui tomorrow and for the first time ever I don't want to leave, your home is so beautful and fully equiped with anything we could have needed, the view and all the turtles are an undescribable joy. Thank you for sharing your home and Aloha with us. Mahalo, Joan Hogue, CA

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Guest: shane_HAC52045 (Centreville, VA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 05/25/06

We had a wonderful mini-family reunion in this beautiful home. The views are perfect, and the home is more comfortable than I could have imagined -- certainly better than any Waikiki hotel room. John and Marti were both wonderful to work with. It was the perfect vacation, and we can't wait to return!

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Guest: KEN VAN WINKLE (BELLINGHAM, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 05/11/06

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR THE GENEROUS USE OF YOUR HOME TO THE ENCINITAS ROTARY CLUB. THE DOLLARS RAISED FOR THE LAM FOUNDATION ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED. WE LOVED OUR STAY HERE - SO VERY RELAXING AND A BEAUTIFUL SPOT. IT WAS FUN TO EXPLORE O'AHU AFTER ALL THESE YEARS. THANK YOU FOR OPENING YOUR LOVELY HOME! KEN AND SHAR VAN WINKLE

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Guest: Ken & Joanne Cosgrove (Climax, Sask. Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 05/05/06

John, Debbie & McKenna, Thanks so much for the use of your wonderful home! The view of the ocean is fantastic! Whether it was early morning for breakfast; an afternoon on the deck or evening - it was just great! We watched the whales and the sky-divers whenever they were about! The best part was being able to come and go as we pleased! We didn't have to put up with the people or traffic of Honolulu if we didn't want to! The sound of the ocean made it peaceful and soothing..."just like home." We hate to go home! Thanks again for your hospitality. It was great! Mahalo and Aloha, Ken, Joanne, Blake, Mina & Martha & John

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Guest: Gail Vitulli (Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 05/02/06

Great house! A good thing due to the nightmare weather during the first eight days of our stay. We wer so thankful to be able to extend a couple of days so we could experience the house, beach, turtles as they should be experienced. Love the artwork, nice furnishings. Suggest a gas barbeque (got one) for windy days. For future visitors - stay away from Honolulu. We spent too much time in traffic and Waikiki is like being in an ant farm. We found out too late that there is no place like home here at the house. We plan on coming back (hopefully with better weather) and will recommend it to our family and friends. Mahalo!!!, Gail and Darrell Vitulli

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Guest: Ron Connor (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/06 Review Submitted: 01/21/06

I think this is the best vacation I've ever had. Your home was 90% of the reason. The attention to detail & the quality are unsurpassed. Thanks for your concerns about the small issues. The only hard part of this is leaving. Mahalo, Ron Connor I am so appreciative that you chose to share your home with us. We returned to it everyday so glad to be in the welcoming and beautiful space. You have done a great job and we look forward to returning. Marti was so responsive. You have found a good woman. The candy was also appreciated. Mele Kalikimaka, Sheila Connor

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