Romantic Getaway Ocean Front 1 BR Condo

We had a fantastic time at the condo. The view is spectacular, the condo is well appointed, and the hosts are very helpful. A great place to stay on the north shore!

Great little suite with gorgeous ocean views. Could literally see whales from bed and the lanai in the morning. Ron was super helpful with information and getting into the apartment was very easy and smooth.

I will start by saying the views from the unit and communications with the owner were excellent. The unit is stocked with pretty much everything you need. On the flip side, I do have some suggestions. This was our 10th trip to Kauai. In those 10 trips, we have stayed in 8 different rentals. Only one of those I would give a lower rating than this unit. Here are a few reasons why. The overall cleanliness of the unit was lacking. Cobwebs , dead insects, dirty windows & screens, and curtains. The garbage disposal does not work and even with care not to get debris into it, we still had to plunge the sink many times. We love to sit in the lanai when we are visiting, but not one time did we do it this trip. It was dirty, lots of cobwebs & insects, as well as centipedes. The lanai furniture are tall wooden bar stools and are extremely uncomfortable. Just plain plastic patio chairs would be better. The screen door to the lanai is almost impossible to open & close from getting stuck or coming off the tracks. Inside the unit there are many non functional pieces of furniture. A large hutch full of nic-nacs that could be replaced with a dresser for clothing. The large concrete birdbath that has been transformed into a dining table has the same barstools as the lanai. And is way too big for the unit. I would suggest a smaller table by the windows with the great view. The huge piece of furniture with the elephant on it could also be replaced with something more functional. Something like another loveseat?? Last, if you are someone that’s likes privacy when showering, this will not be for you. There are mirrors alone the back wall that allow everybody to see you. Including anybody who happens to walk by outside. I am conflicted while writing this because the owner was awesome and the views are breathtaking, but I have to be honest. With a few changes of the furnishings, some fixing of a few things and a good deep cleaning this unit would top the list!

The view is beautiful! The unit is not very comfortable. There is no place to sit comfortably in the living area or lanai. If anyone planned to eat in much, I think they would be disappointed in the dishes and glasswear. The bed itself was very comfortable. If this unit were updated and refurnished , it could be lovely.