Vacation Rentals by Owner

Ideal getaway place on Oahu

Guest: Hiroyuki O.
Date of Stay: 03/28/12 Review Submitted: 04/24/12

We, 3 families of 3 generations from Japan, stayed at the Sunset Beach House for about a week from the end of March. All nine of us, from 1 and half year baby to a grandpa over eighty, had a great time there. About an hour drive away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki, the Beach House is located in a very quiet area on the North Shore and faces a beautiful beach right in front of the house. All of the four bedrooms are clean and comfortable and the charming furniture created a relaxing atmosphere. The outside terrace from where you can view the white sand beach is big enough and we had a breakfast with a refreshing breeze and enjoyed BBQ dinner watching the fabulous sunsets. Shark's Cove, an ideal snorkeling spot for beginners, is just a few minutes away, the elderly couple (our parents) got excited to see fish swimming right before their eyes. As we are at North Shore, we challenged surfing although we all are complete beginners. We took lessons from Sunset Suzy's in Haleiwa. True to its reputation, the wave was really good and all of us surfed rather easy! It was very convenient that a supermarket, Foodland was so close, just a minute drive. We went to Waianae on the west coast to join the whale watching boat tour. We swam with dolphins!! (It just takes one hour from the house to Waianae, though it looks far on the map.) Although the waves on the beach in front of the house was a bit too strong and may not be suitable for smaller children to swim (perhaps for seasonal reason?), we are very much satisfied with the location which has both quiet and beautiful environment. The owner is very kind and friendly. We are very grateful for his attentiveness and always quick response which made us feel at ease. If you would like to relax in a quiet environment and enjoy the beautiful nature in Oahu with your family, and moreover, like to participate in a various outdoor activities, THIS IS THE PLACE!!

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Former Hawaii Residents Return to Paradise!

Guest: Nancy M.
Date of Stay: 02/18/12 Review Submitted: 03/18/12

My husband and I lived on Oahu for 5 years when we were first married and have returned to the familiar Waikiki area many times. This visit we chose the Sunset Beach House so that my husband could revisit his youthful surfing days at nearby Ehukai Beach. The house was like a Polynesian "surfers dream" tree house right on the ocean! It easily accommodated our party of three couples and we loved sitting out on the deck with a glass of wine, watching the waves. Private steps, shaded by lush trees, led down to the beach which we had practically to ourselves. Upon returning from enjoying the sun and sand on the beach, we rinsed off at the outdoor showers which had both hot and cold running water. At night we fell asleep in the open plan master bedroom loft (no door) to the sounds of the waves crashing on the beach. Divine! After our 10 day stay on Oahu, we agreed that our favorite days were those when we didn't leave the house, just stayed "home" and enjoyed the beach and whale watching from the deck! We have rented from VRBO many times and found Michel to be the most personable and friendly owner yet! The hot tub wasn't as hot as expected the first night, but after a quick call to "Bitsy", the repair guy was there bright and early the next morning and we had no problems after that! Just some other things to note: • Expect to keep all food put away or you will have ants. • Expect covered parking for 2 cars under the house. • Expect enough beach towels for 8, don't bother packing your own. • Expect traffic on Kam Highway to be heavy at times. • Expect great food in the local Haleiwa restaurants. • Expect beautiful green geckos to join you while sunning on the deck. Local activities that we enjoyed: • Soaring (gliding) from nearby Dillingham Field. • Whale watching from a 40 foot catamaran out of Haleiwa. • Dinner and drinks at Haleiwa Joe's Seafood Restaurant. • And of course, surfing and body boarding at Ehukai Beach! We highly recommend this home to anyone who wants an authentic North Shore Oahu experience. We consider it a rare gem!

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A Piece of Paradise

Guest: Cathy F.
Date of Stay: 02/14/12 Review Submitted: 03/07/12

Our family traveled to Oahu in February to meet our son upon his return from an 8 month deployment to the Persian Gulf. Prior to our visit we were able to communicate with the owner by phone and email. He was a pleasure to work with and answered all of our questions prior to the booking. The house and the property are beautiful, very private and appropriately named as the sunsets are awesome. In February, the waves are also magnificent. During our stay we spent time in Haleiwa, Waikiki, Kailua, hiked Diamond Head, visited Waimea Falls, and snorkeled at Hanauma Bay. In addition to the sunsets at the North Shore we watched a sunrise from the “pill boxes” (former high ground gun turrets to protect the island from incoming air strikes) in Lanikai. I would recommend this lovely home to anyone looking for a little piece of paradise.

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Sunsets at the Beach House

Guest: Juanita C.
Date of Stay: 01/18/12 Review Submitted: 01/31/12

The Sunset Beach House is in a magical location, off the main road, tucked at the end of a tiny street, in it's own little world. Once you walk up the stairs, you smell and hear the ocean, then walk towards the balcony to see the perfect view; blue ocean and golden sand, directly in front of you. It is just a little south of Pipeline, which is perfect, and only 20 minutes to the historical town of Haleiwa. We had a few wonderful nights there with our teenage boys, one at a japanese restaurant, sitting outside, with live music, a local called Paul Izaak. Our boys went surfing mostly - for smaller waves, off Turtle Cove, about 15 minutes north by car. Then they would return to our magical home for a spa and barbecue, whilst watching the setting sun over the water.

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Idyllic Hawaii

Guest: Cindy M.
Date of Stay: 11/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

The Sunset Beach House is the quintessential hawaiian beach house!!! It definately lived up to everything we expected. The setting is perfect on a quiet section of sunset beach. Even during the days leading up to Thanksgiving, the beach felt quiet with only a handful of people. Within walking distance, there is great snorkeling at sharks cove if the waves aren't too big. The private outdoor shower was used more than the showers inside the house because it was so convenient. The views are unbelievable and with the house being so open, we slept listening to the ocean each night. Plenty of room and wonderful to have all the amentities. We kept note to keep all food in the fridge and had no problems. I am looking forward to staying at the Beach House Again! Cindy Moore

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"Sun Sun Sun"

Guest: William W.
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 11/17/11

Found the Sunset Beach House accidentally while googleing beaches during a long NY winter! (2008) Must have been fate because we needed a place for three nights on this recent trip and unbelievably, it was available. What can we say beyond "Loved It"! Comfortable, charming, bright, open, private, and in Hawaii. Fantastic master suite loft playing ocean waves all night long. The beach is beautiful and nearly private. We were there over a weekend and the beach goers were sparse. We plan to return in the future to enjoy most assuredly, an empty weekday beach all to ourselves. Hot tub, and outdoor shower with ocean views to enjoy while sippin away the warm care free days. And of course, sunsets to die for! True how quiet and private while so close to everything you'll need. We never wanted to leave the property but if you must, Haleiwa is fun to visit and don't miss the shrimp truck near turtle bay or Ted's Bakery. Yummy! On second thought, stay away, never rent the sunset beach house. It hurts to much to leave! :) Thank you so much to the owners. Everything was perfect and you will surely hear from us again! William & Phyllis Albany, NY

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PERFECT get-away location on Oahu!

Guest: Joan P.
Date of Stay: 05/30/11 Review Submitted: 06/22/11

We have been going to Sunset Beach House for the last 15+ years. The location, home, surroundings could not be more ideal. There is not enough space here to list all the wonderful aspects of this house -- lots of bedrooms, fully-stocked kitchen, outdoor shower, amazing wrap-around deck, beautiful hot tub, volleyball court, isolated beach, walking distance to grocery store, bike/waking paths, super-clean home, nice ammenities, gracious housekeeper/property manager. Everything is A+, first-rate!!! I recommend it to everyone -- singles, couples, families, groups....

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

Perfect Tropical Vacation

Guest: Melissa L. (San Francisco, California)
Date of Stay: 05/11/11 Review Submitted: 07/11/11

Love love love this place. Im actaully from Oahu but have been living in San Francisco for the past 12 years. I decided to take a vaction with my friends and wanted to give them the quintessential hawaiian experience. This was the spot! The location is AHA-MAZING! Its like your own private little beach on the North Shore. Its also right next to Sharks Cove which has awesome snorkeling. And walking disctance to Foodland (a supermarket), which is far a few bewteen on that side of the island. The house is to die for. Its unbelievably charming. Totally gets you into the hawaiian vacation mood. It also has everything you need. Everything. Pots, pans, tons of spices, towels, boogie boards, an umbrella, a rice cooker, etc. We had such a great time, our friends got engaged on the beach! Cant wait to go back!!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Slice of Real North Shore

Guest: Grateful Californian (Concord, California)
Date of Stay: 05/05/11 Review Submitted: 06/04/11

The house and property are stunning. The house sits at the END of a small cul-de-sac and is very secluded and private. You will fall asleep to the sound of waves and be awoken to the chirping of birds. It is true paradise and a true taste of Oahu's famed North Shore. I've lived on Oahu...this beautiful house is the real deal. Grocery shopping, amazing Ted's Bakery, and quaint Haleiwa are just minutes away. The beach and hot tub are SECONDS away. So...what are you waiting for?

Owner response:Thank you so much for this wonderful review. Its great to know that my guests enjoy my home as much as I do. I always endeavor to to make my guests as happy as possible and I am glad to know that once again that goal was fulfilled. Please come back and visit soon, You will always be welcome on our island and especially in my home. Aloha, Michel

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

Our Stay at The Sunset Beach House, Oahu HI

Guest: Allison (San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 05/04/11 Review Submitted: 05/09/11

We loved staying at this gorgeous property! The house itself is open and airy with lots of natural light. We spent a lot of our time out on the deck, where we saw whales and dolphins every day, and ate the best fresh fish we've ever had! We loved the location.... it's quiet and out of the way, but at the same time very convenient with Foodland a 2 minute drive away, and Haleiwa Town a 5 minute drive away. It's also really close to great snorkeling at Waimea Beach, and of course, great surfing! We had an absolutely fantastic vacation here, and we highly recommend this house for a nice relaxing, peaceful and very fun experience!

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

Incredible Vacation!

Guest: Carrie (United States)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11 Review Submitted: 05/20/11

Our family of three kids, myself, my husband, and parents had a wonderful time at Michel's beautiful home. It was the PERFECT place to stay as we were able to enjoy the incredible beaches, yummy restaurants, fruit stands, and close access to everything. I cannot say enough about it being the perfect location to enjoy the area. The house layout was perfect for all of us and my parents enjoyed having their own space upstairs. We hope to go back again...we are still dreaming of the ocean views, listening to the waves crashing while sitting in the great hot tub, and watching for whales!!

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

Sunset Beach House

Guest: Mike (Los Altos)
Date of Stay: 04/11/11 Review Submitted: 04/19/11

I wanted to let you know that our stay at the Sunset Beach House was very nice. It was a perfect place for our family retreat. We had great beach days, great Mai Tai's, great dinners all while being entertained by the whales! We just loved the location, as you said, "almost a private beach", even on the busy weekend. It's bit hard to step back into the > working world after such a restful break!

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DREAM VACATION

Guest: PM (minnesota)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11 Review Submitted: 04/22/11

First of all the pictures do not do the house justice. We happened to get there right when the sun was setting and we realized there is a reason they call it SUNSET BEACH. It was are first time to Hawaii and we could not have asked for a better place to stay. The house with all the skylights and windows makes you feel that you are always outside, we had a hard time ever leaving. Michel and Bitzy were very helpful from the first day I contacted them. With the four bedrooms there is plenty of room for 8 people, we had only 4 with my wife and 2 teenagers. It has everything you need right there and is very clean and well maintained. From whale watching every morning with our coffee, Pearl Harbor, jet skiing (highlight of the trip for my son 10ft from a humpback), shaved ice in town, a short walk down the beach to the pipeline to watch surfers battle 20+ ft waves one day. As my wife said it was her dream vacation. Michel thank you for opening your fabulous home to us. My wife said is we ever come back I want to stay here again and I corrected her and said when we come back.

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

Ultimate way to unwind

Guest: Nalini (California, USA)
Date of Stay: 02/20/11 Review Submitted: 02/28/11

We all loved our stay there. Its amazing to sit at the deck, having our morning coffee/cereal and enjoy the ocean with the whales putting up a great show. The shuttlecock badminton court was awesome. It was a great way to relax and get some exercise... With lots to do, we didn't quite use the music system or the TV. Had we stayed in a hotel, we might have done a lot of sight-seeing, but since we were having such a good time at the place of our stay, we didn't venture out that much. So sight-seeing... maybe next time.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sunset Beach House

Guest: Katy Lynn (Santa Barbara)
Date of Stay: 01/30/11 Review Submitted: 02/08/11

This is one of the most amazing houses on Sunset Beach that I have ever stayed in. It is to the left of the local surf spot called Log Cabins. The house is one of the few houses that makes you feel like you are truly on a tropical island. It's surrounded by palm trees and lush jungle. The house is 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Simply gorgeous. The living room opens up into vaulted ceilings and opens right to the deck which is literally steps from the ocean. This is perfect for a party of 8 or smaller. There was a private volleyball court to right right of the house and a jacuzzi on the back porch over looking the water. Simply amazing. I can't wait to go back next winter! Cheers!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic Relaxing Vacation

Guest: Eileen H. (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 01/16/11 Review Submitted: 01/30/11

We were lucky enough to be able to spend a few days at this very special spot in Jan 2011. The hot tub was a big hit in the evenings to relax, have a drink and enjoy the crashing waves. We had everything we needed here to cook and only ate out one day. Lots of long beach walks and enjoyed watching the surfers just down the beach. Michel and his caretaker go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need to make for a perfect time. Thank you and we hope to come back soon!!

Owner response:Thank you so very much for the lovely review. It is always my pleasure to help in any way that I can, and It is always my hope that my guests will have the best time possible when visiting my wonderful home and our fantastic island. Aloha, Michel

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

Hawaii vacation at the Sunset Beach House

Guest: MarkB (Casper Wyoming USA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/10/11

Our stay at the Sunset Beach House exceeded all of our expectations. When we arrived at the residence we found it tucked back at the end of a street. The front of the house faced beautiful Sunset Beach, with the area to the east of the house covered with tropical trees and plants. There was a really nice regulation sized vollyball court next to the deck on the east side of the house. When we went inside we found the house to be pleasantly decorated with the interior looking exactly like the photos on the web site. It was clean, well supplied and very inviting to everybody in our party. The living room opened up onto a beautiful deck that ran the full length of the front and east side of the house. The deck was situated with chairs, tables, recliners and a beautiful hottub (that we spent a lot of time in). My favorite part of the deck was the built in hot/cold shower. I took every shower for 8 days out side. The beach behind the house was beautiful. The North Shore waves were big and breaking right on the shore behind the house. We slept soundly with the waves playing medleys in our dreams! If we make it back to Oahu, we will try to stay at the Sunset Beach House again!

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

Sunset Beach House

Guest: Dan and Randi (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Date of Stay: 12/02/10 Review Submitted: 12/29/10

We had a great time at the Sunset Beach House. What a beach it could not be any better, and the house spectacular plenty of room and is equiped with everything you could possibly need. We will be back.

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

Oahu at its' Best

Guest: Stan the Man (Sacramento, Ca.)
Date of Stay: 10/25/10 Review Submitted: 12/27/10

My work used to take me to Oahu several times a year. I always stayed in the Waikiki area, taking day trips to visit the North Shore. I had no idea what I was missing....until now. The Sunset Beach House is everything you could imagine. The house embodies the Hawiian life style. Lots of windows and glass doors that open to the coconut trees and the beach...literally. The house is on the beach! It's beautiful... We also enjoyed a special perk...the jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the beach and ocean. Sunset Beach lives up to its' name. The Sunsets are always spectacular. So, if you are looking for the Hawaiin life style with the feel of your own beach, expecting privacy and spectacular sunsets, then this is the place for you. Also, the host, Michel Rubini, is a caring and gracious host. He genuinely wants you to have a vacation you'll never forget. I highly recommend it and we will certainly be returning with family and friends. ALOHA...

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

Our own tropical getaway

Guest: JoeDog (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 08/17/10 Review Submitted: 09/03/10

Michele's house on the beach was so private and removed from the hubbub of other parts of Hawaii I felt like I was in my own private tropical resort. We played in the surf in front of the house, had cocktails on the beach, barbequed most nights, and watched movies on the large flat-screen TV. A short drive away, we ate at shrimp trucks, had shaved ice in Haleiwa, and mai-tais at Haleiwa Joe's. We rented stand-up paddle boards for a couple of days, and launched them at Waimea Bay (maybe a mile away) where the water was calmer. So much fun. (Sigh!) I wish we were still there.

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

Slice of Paradise

Guest: Dale & Suzy (Sullivan, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 08/03/10 Review Submitted: 08/23/10

If you are looking for a place on a beach where you feel like natives and not visitors, then this is the place. We brought our adult family along to help celebrate our 30th anniversary and the Sunset Beach House was perfect. I must admit that I was concerned when we walked in and didn't find an A/C control, but soon realized that the design of the house and the ocean breezes made that unnecessary and in fact undesired. Listening to the waves break and palm trees sway at night was pure heaven. Waking up with mimosas and bloody marys in the morning and finishing off the night with wine in the hot tub made any mainland concerns melt away. Michel was great to work with and Bitsy made sure everything was perfect right down to the bird of paradise bouquet. Almost everything you needed for the week was already there, or if not could be acquired close by. Being close enough to walk to Sharks Cove for snorkeling and even walking to Waimea Bay was nice so as to avoid having to park the car at these sites. During the weekdays, the beach was virtually our own private area with great grocery and rental places close by. We golfed twice at Turtle Bay, a five minute drive northeast. We saw turtles close enough to stand by for pictures down the beach toward Haleiwa one day. Our family highlight was either swimming with the sharks off of a boat out of Haleiwa or visiting Pearl Harbor, only 35 minutes away. We capped off the week with shaved ice from Matsumotos, which is the best deal on the island. I hesitate to recommend the Sunset Beach House to others because I want to make sure there are spaces available for our return trip. But seriously it was beyond our expectations. Thanks again Michel and hope to see the SBH again soon.

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

The Sunset Beach House - A Perfect Vacation Spot

Guest: Gregg (Southern California)
Date of Stay: 07/12/10 Review Submitted: 07/27/10

This Tahitian Style A Frame home is the perfect place to relax and enjoy yourself. The turquoise water views, uncrowded beach, large deck with two barbecues, lush landscaping, a volleyball court and your own private jacuzzi made this the best vacation ever. North Shore Oahu is a world apart from Waikiki. Very tropical - The people are friendly, the market is nearby, and Haleiwa is a fun place to shop. The first day we arrived the owner and property manager called to welcome us and make sure we were happy. The Sunset Beach House was a great experience and we hope to return soon. Aloha, Gregg & Crystal Reagan Santa Rosa Valley, CA

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Everything We Hope For and More

Guest: AnneMarie (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/15/10 Review Submitted: 08/17/10

The house was so beautiful and well-equipped. The house had everything we needed for a great time. There was plenty of seating for a large group. The kitchen was well stocked. The washer and dryer were a great bonus. We had such a wonderful time being able to walk down to the beach at a moment's notice. The water is a little rough for younger people right outside the house (at least when we were there), but there were plenty of beaches nearby that we more wader friendly. The location was perfect. So close to the grocery store, snorkeling and a few restaurants. There is a walking/bike path that runs along the main road. Good for morning and evening strolls. Overall, just a wonderful time. I hope our family gets to go back soon!

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

Wonderful stay on Sunset Beach!

Guest: Utah Travelers (Utah)
Date of Stay: 06/01/10 Review Submitted: 07/23/10

We stayed in the Sunset Beach House in June and it was marvelous. My family and I were delighted to see that the house was exactly as depicted and the property manager was a delight. She answered many questions for us and helped set up a fishing trip for my husband and son. Be sure to visit the turtle beach while you are there, it is only about 2 miles from the house and there are some huge sea turtles that come there to rest and relax. It was a real treat to be able to be so close to them. Our family really enjoyed Sharks Cove grill and Teds bakery. Also, the Starbucks being right there was a real treat. We really appreciated the attention to detail and help we received from the owner. Thank you again, We cannot wait to return.

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

What a View!

Guest: Marion (Amberg, Germany)
Date of Stay: 05/25/10 Review Submitted: 06/02/10

We recently had a mini family reunion at Sunset Beach House (our son is to deploy later this month and we got the kids together) and couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful location. The views from the house are incredible and the sunsets amazing; we made each one an event while we were there. I am sure that the memories we shared there will be something our son will cherish as he heads to Iraq and we will hold dear while he is gone. The house has all you need for your break: kitchen, bathrooms, towels, TV, DVDs, music and space, as well as, the volleyball court and hot tub. There is a short 10 minute walk (on a path) to Shark’s Cove for some great snorkeling or just step off the porch and walk down the beach to swim. If we get a chance we will be back again. Thanks Michel & maintenance staff for this beautiful, clean and comfortable vacation house.

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

visit to the north shore of Oahu

Guest: north shore visitor (Seattle, Washington)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10 Review Submitted: 05/07/10

This property location is marvelous. It sits just off the beach with a nice deck and a new hot tub on the deck. The sunsets are spectacular and since we went to enjoy the waves and the beach, the location was perfect. There is a great bakery - Ted's - nearby that is a fine way to start the morning! And the fruit and shrimp stands are well worth the stop. Waimea Falls is also nearby and is gorgeous. We took a family of 6 - ages ranging from 88 to 25 - and we enjoyed being together with such easy access to the beach.

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

Guest: CAL Family (California)
Date of Stay: 03/03/10 Review Submitted: 03/03/10

We had an amazing week at the Sunset Beach House with our family. Surfing, snorkeling, hiking, shell collecting, and sunning on the deck. The home and view of the ocean were relaxing and unforgettable. We can't wait to return next year. Aloha!

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Paradise Found

Guest: mudget (Grants Pass, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 02/17/10 Review Submitted: 03/01/10

The Beach House was beyond our expectations. It is quaint and comfortable. All of the amenities are there. The beach is beyond description, and right at your back door. Breanna was very helpful, and took care of us very nicely. The little green trailer has great food and chickens to entertain. Turtle Bay Resort luau was small and very nice. Kahala Resort Dolphin Quest should not be missed. Northshore Fish Express (magnet on fridge) delivers wonderful, fresh fish for the BBQ. Be sure to read the Hawaii book in the kitchen when you arrive...lots of good info. Mahalo Michel for sharing your home.

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

Great House!

Guest: ChuckStL123 (St. Louis MO USA)
Date of Stay: 02/05/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/10

Hi Michel: Thanks for letting us stay at your home. The house is fantastic and the views are spectacular! We greatly enjoyed watching the surfers at Log Cabins right from the lanai. The location couldn't be better; right in the heart of the north shore, but still secluded and very private.

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

Guest: Ekeni (Denver)
Date of Stay: 02/05/10 Review Submitted: 02/05/10

Michel, We had a wonderful time at the Sunset Beach House. An incredible setting, the beach and waves were amazing. We enjoyed the volleyball court and look forward to a return visit. Thank you!

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Guest: Mary and Errol (St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 01/15/10 Review Submitted: 01/15/10

Michel, Just wanted to let you know how much we loved staying at your beautiful house, and what a wonderful time it was. This is a very comfortable house, very well appointed with everything we needed. We grilled several times and enjoyed sitting outside eating on the deck on New Year's Eve. The deck is a perfect spot to sit and watch the waves, not to mention the moon. We woke up very early one morning to a spectacular full moon over the ocean, perhaps at 5:30 a.m. We sat and watched and walked on the beach until the sunlight came up. Very memorable. We even saw whales off in the distance on more than one occasion. The gorgeous beach was just as described, a quiet stretch for that part of the North Shore with not very many people around. The gardens around the house are beautifully maintained too. We loved being so close to Foodland too this time. Sometimes in our trips there, we have had to stay a bit farther away, so there was more driving involved in getting to the grocery store, and also into Haleiwa, as well as to Waimea Bay, but this time it was very convenient. We enjoyed eating at Kua Aina several times too, some of the best burgers around. We managed to do a lot of hiking on the island this time, with treks up Diamond Head, as well as around Kaena Point on the northwest side of the island, not to mention many walks on the beach by your house. Thanks again very much for everything, MIchel. We all had a wonderful time, and if we ever get back to the North Shore again, we hope to stay in your lovely house once more. It's our favorite house there now!

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Guest: Denise K. (Bradenton, FL)
Date of Stay: 12/27/09 Review Submitted: 12/27/09

Sunset Beach House really is the ideal place to stay when visiting the North Shore! Michel's house is the perfect combination of rustic atmosphere with modern amenities. The new big screen TV is awesome for those early morning football games and we used the hot tub every day. There is a never-ending parade of entertainment on the beach - we spent hours watching the surfers and paddlers and other tourists! We also took advantage of the walking & biking trail in your neighborhood and walked or jogged every day - it is just a short way to Waimea Falls Park. We hope to return to the North Shore one day and would love to stay here again. "Keep the country country!"

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The whole family loved it!

Guest: Mike and Teri Holtzclaw (Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 10/17/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

We were able to fit our family of 4, plus Grandma, Aunt and Sister in this great house. The deck is wonderful and large and the stairs take you right to the beach, we had almost every meal out there along with lounging in the evening with our favorite cocktail. The location is quiet, few people are out front ont he beach and we were able to watch surfers all day. The grocery store is a short drive so we could use the spacious kitchen which has most everything you need to prepare great meals. There is a book to tell you some of the things you need to know about the area, we needed it to find a local medical facility since I had an accident. Everything was fine and we were able to find a helicopter sight seeing tour and an awesome skydiving company that took the kids (and the hubby) for a great drop. The louvered windows are not my favorite thing, but everything else was amazing, and having 3 bathrooms for everyone to share was the best. Polynesian Cultural Center is nice, a bit expensive but the family enjoyed the luau and the show afterward quite a bit and it is a short drive from the house too. Enjoy yourselves, it is a great relaxing place!

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

Guest: Corey6 (Modesto CA)
Date of Stay: 10/17/09 Review Submitted: 10/17/09

Staying at this beach house was the best part of our vacation! Way better atmosphere than a hotel, and we saved money by being able to make our own food there. Beautiful area and the beach was pristine. Would go again!

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Guest: IanMac (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 09/28/09 Review Submitted: 09/28/09

The Sunset Beach House was amazing! Perfect location on the North Shore. All the amenities you could want at the tip of your fingers. Close to the store for groceries and all the beautiful amenities of the North Shore. You can't find a better vacation home!

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Guest: JohnandTammy (Weatherford, Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/19/09 Review Submitted: 09/19/09

An absolutely perfect setting!!! This was our first visit to Hawaii and the Sunset Beach House by far exceeding our expectations! The house was beautiful located right on a perfect beach. In the loft we were lulled to sleep at night by the sound of the ocean waves. Walking out the sliding glass doors onto the deck and seeing that blue water causes all the stress to disappear. The location is perfect...not that far from Honolulu and Pearl Harbor and just down the street from Haleiwa (which I now know is pronounced Hally - ava) and beautiful Waimea Bay and Waimea Falls. We went snorkeling at Sharks Cove and golfing at Turtle Bay just a short scenic drive down the road! Ted's Bakery just down the road is second to none! The Dole Plantation is very close and awesome! We almost didn't go there but I'm so glad we did! We had lots more activities planned but didn't get to them all because we all decided we just wanted to relax and enjoy our time at our beautiful house on the beautiful Sunset Beach.....the sunsets were spectacular....a little gift from God at the end of a beautiful day! We will definitely be back soon! Thanks Michel and Breanna!

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Guest: Gunny11 (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/26/09 Review Submitted: 08/26/09

My wife and I stayed at the Sunset Beach House during our Honeymoon in August. The house is absolutely gorgeous and sits on one of the most beautiful and private white sand beaches in Oahu. It's a perfect setting for relaxation. Also, Michel was a gracious host and accommodated all of our needs. His house manager, Breanna, was also always available and very helpful when we checked in. Overall, I would recommend the Sunset Beach House to anyone thinking about the North Shore, Oahu. Thanks Michel and Breanna!

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Wonderfull beach house for a family

Guest: Dallas Joe (Dallas)
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 08/11/09

We had a great time on the North Shore and this house was everything advertised. Beautiful house, great location and just the right touches. Large rooms and open spaces. All working appliances and all the kitchen and beach stuff a family needs.

Owner response:Thank you Joe! It was a pleasure having you in my home. I look forward to seeing you again anytime. Aloha, Michel

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/16/09

We've been spending family Christmas' on the North Shore for a number of years now and as you know Michel,I had tried to rent your home on a number of occasions but it was always booked(good for you ,not good for me).I was initially intrigued by the Sunset Beach House after checking out your website ;I liked the look of the home,the size(we have seven adults to accomodate)but especially the location on Sunset Beach.The stars finally aligned and we booked your home the first time for Christmas 2006.We had a wonderful time that year ;so much so,that we returned again this past Christmas.Often, when one has a great vacation experience,you wonder if it is possible that the experience can repeat itself...well,I can tell you that it most certainly did and to top it off,our eldest son and his girlfriend got engaged while we were there. A particularly memorable vacation ,Hawaii and the North Shore hold a special place for us. Best regards Michel. Geoff Harrison Toronto,Ontario.

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The Sunset Beach House

Guest: Heidi of Blue Bell (Blue Bell, PA)
Date of Stay: 02/20/09 Review Submitted: 03/19/09

We completely enjoyed our stay at the SBH! Right on the beach. We could throw a rock and hit the ocean. The house is easy for 8 people to be in yet not feel crowded. Nice and clean with a great hot tub. Beds were comfy with a flat screen TV in each room. Great place!

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

Perfect Vacation!

Guest: Beach Friend (Boulder, CO)
Date of Stay: 02/12/09 Review Submitted: 03/14/09

Basically one word describes Michel's beautiful house in Hawaii. Perfect! The pictures of the house enticed me to take the family for a nice beach vacation and when we got there all my expectation were exceeded. The house is just a perfect beach house with beautiful warm woodwork and an island feel that just make you feel happy and lucky to be there. It has everything you could need right there. The entire time I couldn't stop saying how great it all was. The house is surrounded by trees and is on a part of the beach that make it feel very private. Just steps from the hot tub on the deck is the most beautiful beach in the world. After your time on the beach the warm outdoor shower is a luxury before you jump in the hot tub and continue your amazing views of the ocean beach. I could go on and on about it but it just makes me wish I was still there. Thanks for sharing your amazing house with us Michel! Can't wait to go back....

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

Sunset Beach Dream Home

Guest: jody and stephen (lake forest, il, usa)
Date of Stay: 02/04/09 Review Submitted: 03/06/09

The Sunset Beach House is our favorite rental ever!! The private location just added to the hot tub on the deck that is right on the beach. The bike rides to Starbucks and the grocery store every morning made our family feel like we were at home. Our boys loved being abe to run and play on the beach every morning until sunset every day,and we could see them from the deck while we lounged watching TV or sitting in the hot tub. The master bedroom was incredible as you woke up to the sound of the surf outside as you viewed the beach from bed. Incredible experience and we WILL return to watch the surfers we saw every day right outside of the house.The unpretentious atmosphere of the North Shore was truly captured and expressed to our family while we were there. Thanks Michel.

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

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Guest: Deb P. (Caledonia, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/29/09

Just wanted to let you know that we really enjoyed staying at your home. We all had a great time and the weather was beautiful the whole time we were there. We've rented many vacation homes in the past 4 years and I have to say that this one was the best. Great view, great location, everything was perfect- we just didn't want to leave!!? I know next year we are going to stay for 10-14 days. The vacation wasn't long enough."

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Guest: Harkins
Date of Stay: 01/02/08 Review Submitted: 01/01/08

Christmas 2007 at the Sunset Beach House Harkins, Lakewood, Colorado. Date Submitted: Jan 02, 2008 Date of Stay: Dec 2007 Christmas 2007 at the Sunset Beach House! Incredible!! From the moment we walked in we were in love with the house, large deck overlooking the ocean, and a few steps and we were on the beach. The house was everything we had hoped it to be and more. Fully equipped and set up for our every need. The sunsets were incredible, the hot tub relaxing and it was easy travel to anyplace we wanted to go. Had Christmas Eve dinner at Haleiwa Joes Seafood Grill on the outside patio ( wonderful)and church following dinner. Ted's bakery down the road is wonderful and the grocery store very convenient. Visited Pearl Harbor, Dole Pinapple, and snorkeled at Sharks Cove. Spent Christmas day laying on the beach and collecting sea shells. Doesn't get any better. We highly recommend this home to other travelers looking for an awesome vacations. I know we plan to return in the future. Aloha! S

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