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Guest: Vicky and Gregg (North Vancouver, B.C.)
Date of Stay: 07/28/10 Review Submitted: 08/18/10

We have been visiting Hawaii since 1976, deciding then that Kauai was our favourite island. After the second hurricane in 1992 destroyed Poipu Beach Hotel we started staying at different units at Nihi Kai. Our recent stay in 502 was one of the best by far. It had everything you could possibly need for a vacation and more. There was more than enough linens and towels plus the kitchen was so easy to work in with a great assortment of culinary supplies. The owners have truly put a lot of thought and energy into maintaining and updating this unit. It was even better than home! The grounds, including a nice bar b q area, and pool are always well maintained. Parking is never a problem. The location to beaches and parks is an easy walk. There are several small shopping areas as well. Again the owners have carefully put together a booklet with the locations and hours of the farmers markets, post office and other shops. We will certainly be looking forward to returning to this terrific unit in Nihi Kai. Thank you!

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

Guest: The Fehling family (Vernon B.C. Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/21/10 Review Submitted: 03/21/10

Thank you for sharing your condo with us. Would highly recommend staying here. Very spacious! We enjoyed the quietness and short walk to the beach. Loved seeing the turtles right across the street!

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Guest: Janet King1 (Oxford, MS)
Date of Stay: 03/08/10 Review Submitted: 03/08/10

My best friend and I just returned from a 10-day vacation on Kauai. We loved everything about this unit and the complex! Thank you, Mike and Cindy, for such an easy transaction! Our condo was clean, quiet, well-stocked and comfortable. We enjoyed some amazing sunsets both from the back lanai and from the wall (with bagpipes!). Our neighbors were so wonderful - we really appreciated the sense of community and helpfulness while undergoing the tsunami preparedness of 2/27/10. Tsunami notwithstanding, everything about this vacation was relaxing, fun and comfortable. We are already planning our return visit to Kauai!

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Guest: Ken Lew (Lake Forest, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/10/10

A wonderfully beautiful location and very conveniently located to all the sites and activities of the South Shore. Minutes from the local beach where sea turtles swim. And you can view the passing whales and dolphins/porpoises in season from the front wall of the Nihi Kai . . (the locals often refer to the people sitting on the lava rock stone wall as the 'Wallnuts' observers.) Beautifully appointed with upgraded furnishings; furniture; linens; cookware; all of which makes it feel like a second home. Modern appliances allow for easy cooking, but restaurants are either within walking distance or a very short drive away. Ceiling fans in every room make for the proper air circulation so that you are totally content not to have direct air conditioning. Sea breezes come gently through the lanai windows; and all patio entrances are completely screened to preclude insect intrusions. The ocassional Gecko provides both entertainment and remaining minor insect control. Even lighting day or night due to the orientation of the front and back windows. You often wake up to the crowing of local roosters which populate the entire island. At least Kauai rooster will not wake you up before 8am or so, unlike the ones I have in my current home. Mike and Cindy run a first rate operation. Teri, the local manager of the property is just a phone call away and is quite responsive to any needs you may have, but you should have a trouble free stay at this beautiful, tranquil oasis.

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Guest: Wim and Sandy Jeronimus (Marlton, New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 01/21/10 Review Submitted: 01/21/10

Dear Mike and Cindy, MAHALO! Thank you so much for renting your home and allowing others to enjoy the experience of Kauai. Your condo felt like a home to us. Everything supplied with your condo from dishes, cooking utensils, bedding, towels and décor was top of the line. A vacation to Hawaii as everyone knows is very expensive for a family of five but renting from you ( an exceptional value ) made it possible. Every morning we would walk to the lithified cliffs just past shipwreck beach and watch the sun rise. Every evening we would watch the sun set while sitting on the wall right in front of Nihi Kai Villas. So many beautiful things to see and do Waimea Canyon, End of the road on the north shore, Wailua Falls and so much more. We made two trips to Kipu Falls ( 20 minute drive ) because the kids enjoyed it so much. And of course the 5 minute walk to Poipu beach were we could swim and snorkel with sea turtles. To sum it up in one word I would have to say “Paradise”. I only hope that in the near future we can make this family trip again and your home will be available. Once again thank you so much.

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Guest: Steve Gatto (Libertyville, IL)
Date of Stay: 10/26/09 Review Submitted: 10/26/09

We had a fantastic time in Kauai. Your condo is wonderful, and you have it arranged so nicely that it felt comfortable like our own home! It’s a trip that we will never forget. If we ever go back to Kauai, we will certainly remember you!Great location for my family. In our 5 1/2 days we were able to tour much of Kauai, plus we got plenty of R&R (snorkling & boogie boarding) at the beaches within close walking distance.

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Guest: Kimy157 (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/30/09 Review Submitted: 09/30/09

Mike and Cindy have a great condo and they really thought of all the things you would need to enjoy a vacation in Kauai. Guide books, local tips, and beach gear. The condo was real spacious and comfortable. For me the best part of the condo was the extra comfortable bed. I was looking to come to Kauai to relax and catch up on sleep. The bed defintiely helped and better than most hotel beds I've slept in. I would definitely recommend their condo and would come back myself.

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Guest: Jon and Tiffany (San Francisco CA)
Date of Stay: 06/12/09 Review Submitted: 06/12/09

We stayed in this condo for seven days. The condo had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. We didn't expect the kitchen to be so fully stocked and the beds to be as comfortable as they were. I must say everything on the VRBO website was accurate except the owners underplayed the amazing view of the ocean and the sunsets on the back lanai. We did not expect this since it was advertised and priced as garden view. We had friends come over and thought this place was outstanding and they are going to look to stay here next time they visit. Another plus was being able to walk to Poipu beach park to snorkel and hang out at Honu bar. It was also fun walking to the edge of the Nihi Kai property to watch the massive sea turtles ride the waves. At one point, we counted 6 sea turtles. We would definitely recommend this condo to anyone and when we come back to Poipu, we will rent this condo again. Mahalo Mike and Cindy for allowing us to stay at your beautiful condo.

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Guest: Eileen10 (Edmonton, Alberta Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/30/09 Review Submitted: 04/30/09

My family and I really enjoyed the five days we spent in your condo in early April. It was very nice,clean and modern,had everything we needed. The ocean view was nice and it was quiet. The Nihi Kai grounds and were well kept. We loved the proximity to the Poipu Beach which was a great area for the children. I would certainly recommend this condo.

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Guest: Bill and Marilynne Hedley (Surrey, British Columbia)
Date of Stay: 01/26/09 Review Submitted: 01/26/09

Mike and Cindy have a wonderful place and are super hosts. We have stayed in their very comfortable condo for two visits of close to three months each and have been very happy here. We are old hands in the Poipu area and want to let potential renters know that this is one of the nicer units in the best complex in Poipu. The on-island contact, Terrie, is very helpful and can give local guidance to those who haven't been here before. We certainly have no hesitation in recommending this unit to anyone looking for a great place to stay.

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