Guestbook Comment

Guest: Jan Taylor_HAC111663 (Leonard, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/01/07 Review Submitted: 10/23/07

This home is absolutely gorgeous!! It has a magnificent view, large bedrooms, living space and kitchen filled with everything you could need. The bikes, boogy boards, and swim gear was a wonderful surprise. We had six people staying here and it was very roomy. We will stay there anytime we are in Hawaii and highly recommend it. It is close to stores, the beaches and you couldn't ask for a better place to stay in Sunset Beach!!

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Sunset Club 7

Guest: Roger L.
Date of Stay: 12/31/11 Review Submitted: 01/09/12

We really enjoyed our week at this house! The hillside location provides an unobstructed 180+ degree view of the coast for miles to the north and south. We really could see the surf conditions from there and also saw a whale off 'Eukai Beach. Bring your binoculars! The large lanai wraps around 3 sides and has plenty of space for enjoying the sun (stars at night) or entertaining. Four lounges, a number of chairs, a couple small tables, and a new gas grill were provided. Plenty of windows plus the 2 large sliders provided a nice breeze through the house. Two bedrooms (queen in each) on the main floor and large loft (4 single beds plus queen in back nook) provide sleeping space for up to 8-10. The 3 full bathrooms, although a little dated, were clean and fully functional. The kitchen provided all we needed (except a dishwasher). Don't forget to use the discount membership card on the house keychain when you go to Foodland for groceries. The main room is spacious and outfitted with a big screen TV, plenty of seating and a 4-chair teak dining set (which can be moved to lanai for outside dining). We enjoyed riding the bikes down to the path on the ocean side of Kam Hwy. Ted's Bakery was a great place to get pastries, breakfast sandwiches and pies, although the coffee was only mediocre. There are plenty of beach chairs, towels, matts, boogie boards, 4 bikes, etc to take care of all your beach needs. We were fortunate to have a large NW swell come in during our stay and the whole North Shore area went into a frenzy watching surfers take on the 20-30' waves. Traffic up and down K.H. came to a crawl. Waimea Bay was the best beach to watch from and swim in when the surf was down. Don't miss Turtle Beach and Sharks Cove. Shopping in Hale'iwa was fun although we will have to come back for a shave ice at Matsumoto's. The line was always too long! I was initially looking for a house right on the beach but this was SO much better. We would definitely stay hear again!

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A Pleasant Hawaiian Home

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/18/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

We just got back from spending a wonderful week in Hawaii! Our family tree of five which includes our wonderful daughter in law want to thank you for allowing to us to enjoy your home. All of us agreed that your home accommodated nicely in so many ways. Location a plus. Each day we woke to a beautiful view of the ocean. The house is very spacious and nicely furnished. We immediately felt welcomed and appreciated all the extra amenities. Only wished the Bathrooms had a little more TLC. We highly recommend staying here since there are so many cool things to do on the north shore. We also enjoyed eating the variety of fruits that we bought from the outside stands as well as the wonderful coconut pie from Teddy's bakery! We truly had a busy week filled with fun packed adventures and had a fabulous time! Can't wait to come back!

Owner response:Thank you for your kind words. We appreciate feedback from our guests. Our bathrooms are scheduled for new tile and floor covering this November. We hope you will remember us for your next trip to Oahu. As always, we give a discount for returning guests!

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

Wonderful family vacation spot

Guest: Susan (Sterling, Alaska USA)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

Our first trip to Hawaii and the North Shore. The location was perfect and the house large and cozy to accommodate large group (8 of us). We enjoyed running and biking on the bike path, being with-in walking distance to the beach, and coffee and treats at Ted's Bakery. Close to the Polynesian Cultural Center and Haleiwa, a charming town with great food and shops.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

RJC - Nova Scotia, Canada

Guest: rjc (Kingsburg, Nova Scotia, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/18/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

This house truly represents great value. Our group consisted of five adults and two children, and the house accommodated us with room to spare, both indoors and out. The house is sited on a beautifully- landscaped hillside property overlooking the Pacific. Sunrises and sunsets viewed from the lanai were truly spectacular. We enjoyed the North Shore's world-famous beaches, golf at Turtle Bay and the restaurants and quirky shops of Haleiwa, all of which are only minutes from the house. While life on the North Shore is very laid back, there is a youthful energy (no doubt due to the surf culture) that is irresistible. So if fun is on your holiday agenda, by all means rent this house. You won't be disappointed.

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

Family Vacation Summer 2011-Just so-so

Guest: Rob M.
Date of Stay: 06/14/11 Review Submitted: 06/29/11

Like most things in life, there are good things and not so good things with this vacation house. The good; location, size, owners (helpful and responsive), Ted's Bakery down the driveway, deck, beaches nearby, and provided beach toys. The not so good; bathrooms need remodeling, geckos/lizards in the house (I'm told is just part of Hawaii), one cockroach, and cleanliness was just okay. It may be the best value on the North Shore (what you get for what you pay for) but we will roll the dice on a different rental house next time around, even if it costs a little more. My wife and I give it a solid "B".

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OUR BEST TRIP TO OAHU!!

Guest: Bubogum (Logandale, Nevada)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10 Review Submitted: 03/23/11

We've been to Oahu various times, but I would call this our best stay! A big part of that was this beautiful home on the North Shore. The owners were very helpful and friendly. Great communication! Everything was clean and in perfect order. The location is wonderful, the views incredible, and the neighbors the friendliest. It was great to walk down to Ted's every morning (instead of a long drive). It's a short walk to the best beaches in Hawai'i, a short drive to Waimea Bay and Haleiwa, and a nice trip (a world away) to Waikiki. We had eight people there several days, and plenty of room. Going the other way, it's 15 minutes from the Polynesian Cultural Center and more world class beaches. And let's not forget the shrimp truck on the side of the road. Makes a great plate lunch. Walk to Sunset Beach for the sunrise too!! What a great time. It is the best deal for the money on the island. We will be back soon! Heck, we didn't want to leave...hey Jay and Karen, ya wanna sell???

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

Most beautiful vacation home in the North Shore

Guest: lesmor (canada)
Date of Stay: 12/03/10 Review Submitted: 12/14/10

My 2 daughters and I travelled to Hawaii and stayed in Sunset at this magnificent home. It was by far the most amazing place we have stayed after travelling several places in the world. Ted's bakery was down the hill from us where they have amazing coffee, breakfast and famous pie!! The beach, grocery stores and starbucks were all close by. The home itself is spacious and very well kept. Many bedrooms and the kids loved the loft where they slept in single beds overlooking the main level of the home and a beautiful view of the ocean. I cannot say enough great things about this property and I hope that you will enjoy your visit here as much as we did. There is everything you woudl need and more including a great big deck with a bbq and bikes and toys for kids to play at the beach, washer and dryer and outside shower. This is one vacation we will never forget , thanks :)

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children.

Wonderful Vacation Home

Guest: Natasha (Fairbanks, AK)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10 Review Submitted: 10/02/10

Our first time visiting Hawaii, and this home was perfect for our family of 6 plus parents. The kitchen was great for cooking meals and we also took advantage of the grill on the lanai! We loved heading down the road for some great pie at Ted's Bakery as well! I would recommend this house for any family, and we ourselves look forward to coming back someday!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Family Vacation 2010

Guest: MB (Imperial, MO)
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 09/25/10

This was my parents 3rd trip to Ohau and my husband and two girl's trip first trip. I have to say we had the most wonderful time. Mornings and evenings spent out on the Lani will remain in our memories forever. The house had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. The boogie boards were especially fun for our 7 and 11 year old's. Thanks for the recommendation for Ted's as it certainly was one of our favorite places to eat. Whether it be breakfast, lunch or early dinner, they always had wonderful food and friendly service. We are anxious to return in hopefully 5 years when our girls are older and can experience more that the island has to offer. Thanks again!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.