VIP Ocean Front Penthouse Villa!

WOW the pictures do not do this unit justice on how wonderful the ocean views are from every window! Watch the sun rise from your bed or lounge on the lanai with coffee or champagne we did both! Well-appointed, very quiet end unit condo surrounded by beautiful grounds. The pool was nice with ampule lounges & umbrellas. The slides were also fun and our granddaughter loved the beach area. The lazy river was a bit disappointing as they do not allow rafts and the river goes into a dead end rather than wrapping around for continuous enjoyment. The waterfall grotto was a fun surprise as you wander through the pool. The beach is beautiful to look at but not a swimming beach, more of a peaceful view beach. We enjoyed a couples massage and used the BBQ area several times. I can't say enough about Kauai Calls group. They are very responsive, polite, helpful and the best customer service we have ever received! Mahalo Kauai Calls! :)

Condo is excellent - really large - although we were only 1 couple - it has 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and a large well equiped kitchen which had been upgraded with high end appliances. The furnishing is also in tip condition - no stained or worn upholstery !! There's also an ensuite laundry - with modern large appliances. Our condo (A207) was right at the front of the complex of buildings with direct ocean views and access - naturally this position costs more than less well positioned units but well worth the additional price.

What we had not realised when booking is that this location (only 5 miles from the airport) is not where most of the hotels, boutique shopping and restaurants are located - for this you need to be in Poipu. So while there are 2 large grocery stores right across the street (which is very convenient) there aren't many fine dining restaurants within walking distance. Also while we were there the seas were very rough due to high winds making the beach somewhat dangerous. Of course you can drive to other beaches - most were also impacted by the high winds which did abate in the last day or 2. Otherwise the location is good if you want to explore other areas of Kauai - Waimea Canyon and Napali coast (Kapalau hiking trail) - both are must see/do while in Kauai.

We really appreciated being able to check-in early (mid-day) which we arranged by calling the agent the day before.

A207 is an ideal unit for large families. The 2 bedrooms, sofa bed, and 3 bathrooms easily accommodated our party of 5 adults and 1 toddler, giving us plenty of room. The beds, even the sofa bed, were very comfortable. We also appreciated that a pack 'n play and booster seat were provided. It has all the major appliances you could ask for, even including a Keurig one cup coffee maker! One item that wasn't supplied but would have been useful, would have been a cordless vacuum. The only item supplied for quick cleaning was a broom and dustpan. There is a safe for your valuables in the master bedroom. There are 2 lanais, one extra large one off the main living room area that also connects to the 2nd bedroom. And the master bedroom has its own private lanai. While the photos are helpful, the living room photos appear to show more lanai space facing toward the ocean. In reality, these are just large patio type windows that slide open with railings on the outside, but there is no usable lanai on that side. Note that as it is at the back end of the unit, the master bedroom lanai has a better view of the resort parking lot and neighboring resort condos, than of the ocean. But the main lanai has a good view of the ocean, with a large outdoor dining table that seats 6, and extra lounging chairs, ideal for catching the morning sunshine. As for the kitchen area, on the downside for taller guests, is the large range hood. One could call it a hazard as the 2 corners over the stove area can provide a sharp bump to the forehead if you lean the wrong way. It would be helpful if the hood could be anchored higher than it is. As for the resort itself, we loved the salt water meandering pool, the sand bottom hot tubs, and the proximity to the ocean. The stores across the street supply everything you'll need for your stay. Candace and the staff at Kauai Calls provided excellent customer service, and we would not hesitate to recommend them.

You won't be disappointed :-)

What we MOST enjoyed:

Nice location on property

Very nice amenities.

Beautiful condo new/modern rooms & comfy beds / 3 large bathrooms w/jacuzzi tubs and very nice kitchen

Sunrise view ( not sunset but so pretty )

Large balcony for relaxing /coffee/ sound of waves

Gym

Pool/ waterfall & slide etc. Towel swap ability

Beautiful views.

Bike rental

Peaceful.

Owner /manager left message to "check up on us" (unfortunately we missed the call)

Call management for any issues ..they will assist. :-)

We had some issues when we first got there but....she is more than willing to help.

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Owner says she is fixing these listed issues ASAP... And was VERY apologetic

**No closet usage allowed in front bedroom(locked-I.e. couldn't hang our clothes anywhere in our room.-- hang clothes in a closet down the hall /hang in 2nd "occupied" room)

simply inconvenient

** master bath lacked storage drawers & 2nd bedroom bathroom lacked counters

Would we recommend? --YES YES YES ..... owner showed a genuine concern to us regarding some issues ....it is a nice /comfy place ...

----there is always risk involved when it's VRBO

FAQ's. :-)

Centrally located between Hanalei and Poipu

Oasis restaurant here on premises

Starbucks and Coffee Bean right across the street

Safeway(I.e.Vons grocery store ) & ABC right across the street.

Wahooos fish restaurant yummy $$$ (about 1-2 miles south)

Stop at Costco on your way :-)

What we MOST enjoyed:

Good location ons property

Very nice amenities.

Beautiful condo new/modern with nice rooms and bathrooms and very nice kitchen

Sunrise view

Gym

Pool/Towel swap ability

Beautiful views.

Peaceful.

Owner left message to "check up on us" (unfortunately we missed the call)

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What we LEAST enjoyed:

**No closet usage allowed in front bedroom(locked-I.e. couldn't hang our clothes anywhere in our room.-- hang clothes in a closet down the hall /hang in 2nd "occupied" room)

simply inconvenient

** master bath lacked storage drawers & 2nd bedroom bathroom lacked counters /storage

**Make-up stains on towel / put back on towel bar for use(foundation/mascara)

**A Long hair in sheets when covers were pulled back

**TV's don't work in rooms

**Minimal TP & P-Towels

**dim/no lighting over dining table

**(No blow dryer /so bring -buy one here )**may donate ours upon departure

** full load of dishes left in washer (assumed clean)

The cleaning fee too high since there is question of place being cleaned or simply touched up....

Would we recommend? --possibly--- if the owners show a genuine concern to you regarding the above remarks, because it is a nice /comfy place & these things happen ...

there is always risk involved when it's VRBO

FAQ's. :-)

Centrally located between Hanalei and Poipu

Oasis restaurant here on premises

Starbucks and Coffee Bean right across the street

Safeway(I.e.Vons grocery store ) & ABC right across the street.

Wahooos fish restaurant yummy $$$ (about 1-2 miles south)