Location: Bellows Beach, East Oahu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA (Beach 3 min,Kailua town10 min,airport 30 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Attached Unit, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House, Estate, plantation, studio, spacious, private,serene, peaceful, relaxing, comfortable, amazing views,georgous gardens, fine furnishings.
"A slice of Heaven in Paradise" is what you'll find at Open Palms Plantation. Relax and enjoy the peace and quite of not having neighbors close by. A beautiful island-style home nestled in Oahu's horse country on a 2 1/5 acre plantation setting located at the base of the spectacular Koolau mountain range and close to three of the worlds top rated beaches, Lanikai, Waimanalo and Kailua. We are just 3 minutes away from the 5 mile long pristine white sandy beach and turquoise water of Bellows and Waimanalo Beach.
Each unit has it's own private entrace and outdoor dining and barbequing area. Please visit our webpage for full information on everything we have to offer.
We are only 25 minutes from the Airport and 30 minutes from Honolulu. Easy access to all of Oahu's sights and adventures without the hustle and bustle of a tourist area. Restaurants,shops and cinemas are just 5 minutes away in Kailua Town.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Air conditioner is a split system unit and is capable of cooling down the living space quickly.
- Linens Provided : All the best linens are provided for you and washed for you during your stay if needed.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Parking is close by your front door.
- Beds
- King Bed : It's a California King bed. 4" longer than a regular king bed.
- Twin/Single Bed : a twin bed in a seperate bedroom is available for an additional charge.
- Convertible Bed : We have a futon available.
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything you will need is available to you.
- Refrigerator : New full size refrigerator.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Awsome view if the Koolau mountain range and also Mt. Olomana.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Air Conditioning plus Ceiling Fans, Cable TV and DVD, Full size Refrigerator, Fully equipped Kitchen, Double burner Cooktop, Washer and Dryer, Linens, Beach chairs,umbrellas, towels, and mats, Boogie boards,Bikes, Gas B.B.Q. Grill, Large Patio area, Private secure parking, California King size bed,twin bed,futon provided if needed, Privacy, lots of privacy.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : The kids love it here. Lots of room to run, and a long ways from the road.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Hiking
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$165/night for double occupancy. $100/ a night for single occupancy
Additional $15/night for 2nd bedroom. $15/ night for each additional guest.
Contact owner for special discounts
Rates do not include cleaning fee. $75.for one bedroom. $100.for two bedroom
$700-$900/night for entire house rental (12max) Contact owner for more information
Plus 13.962 Tax on all rates.(4.712% State Tax + 9.25% Transiet Accomm. Tax)
Special rates for last minute bookings
We do not have an updated calender on line.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Bellows Beach
Like any polished jewel, Open Palms Plantation began as a raw, rugged part of nature, overgrown yes, but in a spectacular setting. There was beauty hidden in that wilderness and I was determined to create what I envisioned as a lovely home in harmony with its surroundings. Achieving a vision that had me spellbound didn’t come easy, taking years of hard work that I and my family actually performed with our own hands.. and aching backs. And the result is a breathtaking two and a half acres of unpretentious, stunning contentment!
The Unique Benefits at this House
Bonfires at twilight emphasize the romanticism that is Hawaii, giving us pause, to reflect on how fortunate we are. Open Palms Plantation is unique in that we are insulated from the noise and commotion of towns. There is a serenity and calmness enveloping us and yet we’re only minutes from Kailua with it’s shopping malls, restaurants and food courts, and entertainment venues. And the beaches from Kailua to Lanikai to Waimanalo are among the finest-rated beaches in the world! Sail, surf, snorkel, or simply stretch out on the white sands and stop the world for awhile (don’t forget the sunscreen). Because there are so many things to see and enjoy, I provide each guest with maps and lists of places of interest, making it easier for planning their days’ outings. When they return I love hearing the joy and amazement in their voices as they tell me of their adventures.
Owner's Map of Bellows Beach
Aloha and welcome to Open Palms Plantation!
In Hawaii, our greeting to friends is, ‘Aloha! E komo mai’; Hello! Come in! So, to all who want to know the natural, quiet beauty of Hawaii, I say: ‘Welcome! Come in, relax, and enjoy my little gem in paradise”.
My kids have grown up and moved on into the world allowing me to open my home to those who are seeking a more pure part in Hawaii. The same dedication and love of the land that caused me to build Open Palms is still with me, and when you visit, you’ll see me on my mower, or in the flower gardens with my weeder, or trimming the lush foliage that borders our property. There are horses in our paddock that kids can pet and feed and barbeque grills stand ready for your outdoor parties.
Situated in the foothills of the Koolau Mountain range – the only mountain range of its kind in all of Hawaii – we are afforded a spectacular view of the sheer, corrugated gorges that accentuate the range. You can’t believe how inspiring it is, following a rain, to see these gorges serving as conduits for magnificent waterfalls. A flock of white doves live in the trees on the property and are tame enough to hand feed, something the kids just love. We also have a gorgeous peacock in the neighborhood who has made it his practice to come visiting every afternoon for his supper.
My determination is to continue sharing this beauty with people from around the globe who will feel the same appreciation of Open Palms that I have. I am humbled that so many guests have taken the time to send me cards and letters – even photos of their families – with expressions of gratitude and appreciation. Also, many return year after year, and have sent their friends and family to share in the same happiness. It is my hope that we meet, and through that meeting we also become true friends.
So… Aloha, Welcom, Come in, Relax. – No worries”. You’re in Open Palms Plantation.
Mahalo,
Property Photos
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- California King size bed... very comfortable
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- Kitchen with full size refrigerator
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- Seperate bedroom with two twin beds
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- Charlie, Visits us at dinner time He is not noisy.
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- The beach 3 minutes away, great place for beginner boogie boarders
Traveler Reviews (32)
IF YOU ENJOY REST, RELAXATION, HOSPITALITY, THE BEAUTY OF HAWAII AND PRIVACY, YOU'LL FIND IT HERE!
Guest: Wes and Mary
(Kent, Washington)
Date of Stay: 01/16/12
Review Submitted: 02/05/12
From the moment we drove into the Open Palms Plantation we knew we had made the right choice for our accomodations in Oahu! We were met by Kitty (the most gracious owner/hostess) and made to feel right at home. She gave us a short tour of our place and ensured us if we needed anything all we had to do was ask. Our private cottage was more than just a place to stay, it was clean, comfortable, and large enough to not get that "closed-in" feeling of a hotel room. Thanks to the kitchen being well-stocked with everything we needed to cook some of our meals, we were able to make our own breakfasts,and sit out on the deck, which was a HUGE plus! we got the feeling of being in Hawaii back in the 1950's - no hustle-bustle, which we need at our age. The grounds were beautifully kept. The palm trees swaying in the breeze were filled with coconuts. We loved being able to see the two horses grazing just below our deck. We brought our binoculars, and were able to do a little bird-watching. Only minutes away from the beautiful beaches, we found ourselves wanting to walk for exercise. If we wanted to go to town and be with the crowds, we only had to drive a short distance, and we were there. It wasn't long before we were headed back to the serenity of our little home-away-from-home. We are definitely going back to Oahu, and can't imagine staying anywhere else......The Open Palms Plantation gives new meaning to the word "Paradise". This is what Hawaii is all about. Thanks!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.
Such a wonderful place to stay!
Guest: Audiene
(Ketchikan, AK)
Date of Stay: 12/15/11
Review Submitted: 01/04/12
My husband and two daughters stayed at this awesome vacation home. It was beautiful, clean and felt like home. Our flight came in late and Kitty stayed up to welcome us and show us around. She was super friendly and provided lots of extras for us. Our girls loved meeting the horses, cat, dog and birds. Kitty made us feel at ease and like family. Thanks so much Kitty! This was our first time using VRBO and if we ever go to Oahu again, we would love to stay here! I highly recommend Kitty's beautiful vacation home.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Slice of Heaven
Guest: Jim
(Dumfries, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/14/11
Review Submitted: 12/12/11
My wife and I stayed at Kitty's place while on our honeymoon. We couldn't have been happier with our accommodations. Kitty met us when we got there, even though it was around 11:00 p.m. There was everything we needed, beach chairs, towels, mats, boogie boards, the works. Kitty goes out of her way to make sure all your needs are met. We will definitely be returning to Open Palms when we visit Hawaii again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Slice of Heaven
Guest: Jim
(Dumfries, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/14/11
Review Submitted: 12/12/11
My wife and I stayed at Kitty's place while on our honeymoon. We couldn't have been happier with our accommodations. Kitty met us when we got there, even though it was around 11:00 p.m. There was everything we needed, beach chairs, towels, mats, boogie boards, the works. Kitty goes out of her way to make sure all your needs are met. We will definitely be returning to Open Palms when we visit Hawaii again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Heaven
Guest: Jennifer Cabanas
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Date of Stay: 10/22/11
Review Submitted: 10/31/11
Our stay at the Open Palms Plantation was not long enough. Kitty's hospitality and the comfort and beauty of the property exceeded our expectations. Our 2 year old son loved being able to run around the property, swing from the gorgeous monkey pod tree, pet the horses, and look at the peacock. The grounds of Open Palms are meticulously kept by owner Kitty. It is obvious she takes much pride in the property. The home is located minutes from restaurants, shops and beaches. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope that we will one day return to the Open Palms Plantation for another amazing vacation!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Here is Real "Paradise"! (?????????????)
Guest: Yoshi
(Tokyo, JAPAN)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/20/11
(The Japanese follows later. ???????????) My family has actually returned here again following our last visit in Jul2010. Our expectation never fails in spending beautiful and unforgettable time here, at Open Palms Plantation. And this year, too... Kitty, the owner, is so kind enough in supporting my family life here together in all aspects. For your information - : 1) the entire site is so large with comfortable spacious garden with a big tree located at center where a swing is hanging on. Children always enjoy in swinging and running around. 2) very clam and relax space where family private is totally kept like being at own home. 3) the beautiful scenery with dynamic mountain view from the garden. 4) best place to do self-healing and relaxation under the tree. 5) easy access to wonderful beaches - Kailua, Lanikai and Waimanalo beach etc. 6) beach chairs, mats, towels, boogie boards, fins etc. for beach activities are also provided (no need to prepare by yourself). 7) Kailua town is located nearby – good for shopping and restaurants – take-out delicious lunch boxes also available. 8) Honolulu (Waikiki) less than 30 minutes by car. 9) Spacious room for family comfort (see pictures!). 10) Pretty animals welcome us – dog, horses, peacock, doves, and many birds – with singing… This everything has set all together here! You never miss them all if you like. My family will come back again soon…again. Mahalo, Kitty! (In Japanese) ?????????????????2???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????1????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????2??????????????????2??????????????????????????????????????3??????????????????????????????????????? 4???????????????????????????5??????10???????????????????????????????????????????????6????????????????????????3???????????????????????????7???????????????????????????????????????????8??????????????30????9??????????????????????????10?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A trip to Remember
Guest: Shelly
(Deming, NM )
Date of Stay: 08/07/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Ok so my family just returned from our 1st vacation to Hawaii and stayed for a week @ the open palms plantation. Kitty, is genuinely the kindest person and made us feel right at home. My boys ages (3 & 5) are normally really shy and dont really take to anyone, but not in this case. They had a wonderful time helping and observing all Kitty was doing throughout our stay. The highlight for them was the bonfire she made for us and the kids roasted marshmallows. The view from either of the rooms was incredible, and the huge tree infront was always alive with different birds. The unit were very comfortable and lovely. My kiddos normally do not play for very long outside @ home, but it was a task to try and get them to come in. When we did pull them away to go sightseeing or doing other things, they were asking if it was time to go back to open palms in under an hour! During the evenings we were able to hang out and relax out on the patio and enjoy our surroundings. Open Palms is very quiet and relaxing and quite a relief from the hustle and bustle of waikikki or honolulu. The pictures on the website are awesome but they do not do the place justice..IT is just breathetaking when you drive up. Anything we needed was already in the units, and if there was anything else Kitty was sure to have it. Also it is really close to town for shopping and dining. I loved the Shack..thanks for recommending it kitty. All I can say is that "if" you decide to stay here, you definitely will NOT be disappointed. I can not wait to return with my family.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Relax and Bask in the Beauty of Nature
Guest: Patricia
(San Antonio, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/14/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
We cannot begin to describe this wonderful rental. Our grandchildren were thrilled the minute we arrived! Our stay was nine days and it was so hard to leave. Kitty, the owner, was so accommodating and went out of her way to assist us when we needed medical care (something we did not expect). She was so friendly and our grandson sought her out everyday with questions about island life. The accommodations were superior and one of our favorite things was to sit outside, barbecue our dinner, and enjoy the privacy of our own outdoor eating area. This rental is convenient to several beaches, quaint towns, and a short drive from all the tourist attractions one might want to see. Snorkeling and boogie boarding were tops on the grandchildren's favorites. This is our first experience with VRBO rentals and I will not hesitate to use this again in vacation planning. I would recommend this rental to couples as well as families. Thank you Kitty for sharing your special "Slice of Heaven" with us!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
My retreat from reality
Guest: Dee
(Albuquerque, New Mexico USA)
Date of Stay: 05/25/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
I just returned from spending a month at Open Palms Plantation and I am already dreaming of when I can return. Being there was like being part of a beautiful postcard, only better. It was better because while you were there, the postcard came alive. The white doves flew down and ate from your hand, the coconut trees dropped fresh coconuts, and the grass was like a thick expensive carpet. The mountains were a spectaular backdrop for all of this. It all made for a very relaxing retreat from reality. The nearby beaches were beautiful and were never very crowded even on the weekends. My grandson came to spend a week with me and do you how rare it is to never once hear a teenager say “I’m bored”. The owner Kitty was very gracious and surprised us by having boogie boards and snorkeling equipment for the both of us. The nearby towns provided all the shopping we needed without going to Honolulu but the property is centrally located and easy to get to the other parts of the island for sightseeing and shopping. The accommodations were also great. The rooms were clean and spacious, with many extras provided. I was able to cook in the kitchen and when I felt like it I could sit out on the patio, having a glass of wine while enjoying the scenery and cooking out on the BBQ. I know that everyone has their own preferences, but when I go to Hawaii, I like to feel like I am in Hawaii. Open Palms gives you that and more. I would highly recommend this vacation rental to anyone wanting or needing a relaxing getaway and just pray that it is available the next time I am able to once again escape to “my own personal postcard”.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Open Palms Plantation Is an Amazing Place to Stay with Magnificent Views!!!
Guest: Cathy
(Hummelstown, PA)
Date of Stay: 04/19/11
Review Submitted: 06/05/11
Where do I start!!! My family and I spent a week at Open Palms Plantation over Easter 2011! We had the most relaxing and fabulous vacation ever!!! Our suite was very comfortable, clean and relaxing. We had lots of room and even rented the additional bedroom that we didn't need since the suite was so spacious! Kitty, the owner, has everything so well equipped! Our daughters (12 and 10) enjoyed the beautiful yard and mountain views (they truly are magnificent), swinging in the monkey tree, and feeding the birds every morning. They even had the privilege of meeting "Charlie" the peacock!!! We had a fantastic vacation on Oahu visiting the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, the Polynesian Cultural Center, Pearl Harbor, the Dole Pineapple Plantation and lots of snorkeling and kayaking on the windward side. At the end of every fun-filled day, we looked forward to spending a relaxing evening home whether it be a quiet evening bon-fire, a grilling our dinner on the patio or just snuggling on the sofa. For these reasons and so many more, we chose Open Palms Plantation over other options. Our desire was to stay away from all of the hustle & bustle and Open Palms was PERFECT!!! We truly enjoyed the peaceful and relaxing setting that we had hoped! We will undoubtedly stay at Open Palms again on our next visit to Oahu!!! Open Palms Plantation truly is "A Slice of Heaven" on Earth!!! Kitty, "thank you" once again for your wonderful hospitality!!! Aloha!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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