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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Kilauea, HI
  • Place, Secret Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kilauea Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters

Welcome to this exquisite 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom oceanfront retreat located in the heart of Kilauea. This stunning rental offers a unique blend of resort-style privacy and the comforts of home, all wrapped up in a sleek, open floor concept designed to capture breathtaking ocean views.

Upon entering the private, gated property, you'll be greeted by a beautifully landscaped courtyard that leads to the main residence. Inside, the home is a testament to refined living, boasting high-quality finishes such as granite counter-tops, European bed linens, and fine table linens and dinnerware.

The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and ample prep space. Whether you're preparing a meal for two or hosting a dinner party, this kitchen is sure to impress.

The living area is a masterpiece of design, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open up to the patio, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living. Here, you'll find a BBQ grill and an outdoor dining area, perfect for alfresco dining while enjoying the stunning ocean views.

The bedroom is a sanctuary of tranquility, featuring a California King bed dressed in luxurious European linens. The adjoining bathroom is equally impressive, offering high-end fixtures and finishes.

For your comfort, the rental is equipped with air conditioning and ceiling fans, ensuring a pleasant temperature year-round. A washer and dryer are also included for your convenience.

Step outside to your private oasis, complete with an outdoor shower. Whether you're starting your day with a refreshing dip, soak in the hot tub or ending it with a glass of wine, this outdoor space is sure to become your favorite spot.

Features:
*King bedroom with en suite bathroom
*Split whole home air conditioning
*Outdoor shower and hot tub
*In home washer/dryer

This rental offers a lifestyle of luxury and tranquility. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to experience a piece of paradise in Kailua.

Secrets Beach
Anini Beach: 6.3 miles
Kalihiwai Beach: 3.7 miles
Hanalei Bay: 10.3 miles
Tunnels Beach: 15.2 miles

Airport
Lihue Airport: 25.7 miles

*Landscaping is currently being renovated and current landscaping photos may be different.*


Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

TVNCU #4184
SP-2011-09
TA-048-760-2688-01
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

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Property Registration Number 520050330000, TA-133-898-6496-01, GE-133-898-6496-01
Property # 460350
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Kilauea

Located in Kilauea, this vacation home is on the beach. Hoʻopulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill and Kela's Glass Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kauai Mini Golf and Robert Trent Jones Jr. Course. Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Kilauea, HI

What's nearby

  • Secret Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kilauea Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 22 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 51 min drive - 55.0 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kai Bar Kilauea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Kilauea Bakery & Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters on May 13, 2026 start from $1,136, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic views, lush mountains and blue waters located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kilauea vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kilauea Lighthouse, Secret Beach, and Kauai Mini Golf. Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge and Christ Memorial Episcopal Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in a sublime location. 20 years from now, a billionaire will have built a large house here. Until they do, stay here and enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little secluded spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical secluded location with fantastic view

We had never stayed on Kuaui before and I lucked out when picking this VRBO. I had no idea that it would be so secluded, so well appointed, so comfortable, and set in such a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Just a fabulous location. Unlike the contact in lots of rentals, Eric was always available. Thank you Eric.Such a quiet lovely location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised, paradise with access to amazing beach

As advertised, beautiful, cozy, everything worked, clean, in good condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 15, 2021
Mahalo for staying with us, we appreciate this review & we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded

Beautiful place to stay very quiet except for the dawn patrol but very pretty views
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2022
Mahalo for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Remarkable property and location. Good access to Secret Beach; newly renovated house tastefully decorated. Great property manager Eric who gracefully takes care of the guests requests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The ideal romantic vacation spot!

My wife and I could not believe how excellent this place was. Super private, breathtaking view, beach access, and gorgeous home. By far the best vacation rental I’ve ever had. Definitely an easy 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2021
We are glad all was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded....but not away from everything.

Great location if you are looking for some some seclusion but only a mile away from Kilauea. Cute 1 bedroom house with a secluded beach about a 5 minute walk/climb. Highly recommended if you want to get away from all the resorts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2022
This is such a great review and we truly appreciate it, Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Come back soon! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special bungalow, go now!

If you want romantic, alone space with hiking adventure thru jungle to Secret Beach book this unique bungalow! Billionaire neighbors and chickens for once in a lifetime getaway. New grocery store and coffee with delicious pastries.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2022
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We greatly appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is absolutely beautiful. The grounds make you feel like you are at a 5 star resort. The house was immaculate and nicely appointed. It is a romantic dream with the hot tub and outdoor shower opening right into the two person indoor shower. The place does feel very private but there is something you should know. The listing does not make it clear that there are 3 rental houses located on the same property. They are well spaced apart and you do still feel very private, but I was surprised when we showed up and realized we had direct neighbors. The listing could be more clear on this. You can drive almost all the way down to the beach and then it's just a 50 yard or so walk the rest of the way. The beach is one of the nicest I have ever seen. We almost had it all to ourselves. It was pristine with a fresh water grotto leading to a tide pool that felt like a spa. Checking in was a breeze and the company communicated well and everything went like clockwork. Overall our stay was amazing and we would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2025
Thanks for the great review! We’re so glad you loved the location as much as we do. It’s the perfect spot to feel close to everything while still being a quiet retreat. We’d love to welcome you back next time you're in the area!
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Perfect private getaway in paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved staying at this home in Kauai! The location could not be more beautiful! The accommodations were well kept, secluded, and walking distance to Secret Beach. We have already recommended this property to friends and hope to return again ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Aloha! Thank you so much for the excellent review and recommendation! We are so glad to hear you loved staying at this home away from home on Kauai! We agree, the location of this home is very beautiful and so nice to be within walking distance to the beach. It sounds like you had everything you needed for a wonderful experience and we greatly appreciate your recommendation! Mahalo for being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree S.

Great Weekend!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked a place in Poipu but needed a place for a few extra days and decided to try staying up north. Next trip we will stay here the whole time. Loved the amazing views, the short hike to a beautiful beach and the privacy of our own little place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Aloha, thank you for your review and recommendation! We are so thrilled to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed some amazing views! Mahalo for being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachhouse in the sky

Magical place to spend our honeymoon. Private. Beautiful walks down to Secrets beach. My only recommendation would be to add AC unit to bedroom. Hot tub is great. My wife loved the visiting cat to which she named Oscar. Beautiful sunsets sitting on outside recliners
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 26, 2022
We are so happy we were able to host you on your beautiful Hawaiian vacation. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Mahalo Nui Loa!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kirt P.

Vacation to the Garden of Eden

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: From the moment we entered the gate and drove up the lane to our home away from home for our stay in Kauai we were all smiles. The view and the privacy were even better than we expected. It felt like we were the only people for miles. We just couldn't believe how perfect it was for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Aloha! It is great to hear everything was perfect for you during your trip and you were able to make yourself at home! The privacy at Hale Lani is definitely special and we hope you were able to relax and enjoy the surrounding beauty. Mahalo for the review and recommendation and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Kauai.
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8/10 Good

Carolyn J.

Private bungalow with stunning views

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Small but perfect for two. Completely private bungalow style home with neighbors you cannot see. Peer out the walls of windows and take in breath-taking views of lush, green Hawaii and sweeping ocean views. Loved having in-house Wash/dryer. 4-stars because it could use a few updated amenities (new wine glasses, and better quality soaps & shower toiletries).
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2022
Sounds like one outstanding Hawaiian vacation! We appreciate this feedback. The owners are currently working to improve the unit with updated items! We hope to host you again. Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
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10/10 Excellent

Randy V.

Amazing Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stayed here for five days alone with my wife. Grounds and area are amazing. Property is off of the beaten path in a quiet neighborhood. Good for running, privacy and peaceful relaxation. Some of the furniture is getting a little long in the tooth, but that is a very minor, almost petty gripe. The Local is a must, only 3 minutes away by car or 20 if you walk it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Aloha! Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear you and your wife had an amazing vacation! We agree, this area is very beautiful and can be very peaceful. We appreciate your comments about the furniture and we will look into this for future guests, but we are happy to know this minor detail did not take away from your overall experience! Mahalo for being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you and your wife again soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

Not my monies worth.

View was nice. Property was clean and gated. Trek to beach was about 10-12 minutes at best. Bring bug spray. “AC” was standing fan in one room. Others had nothing. Hot tub was filthy & at low temp on arrival. Not impressed for the $$$ spent.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2020
Aloha I'm sorry you were not satisfied! The owner is installing split a/c units which we hope to have done shortly. Yes, 12 acres of property does equal bugs. We hope you enjoyed your stay after all.
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8/10 Good

Carole P.

Beautiful stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent location, quiet picturesque setting, extremely romantic. Beautiful accommodations, with gate, private Gardens, hike down to fabulous beach. Everything in good working order, great bed, linens, and kitchen set up nicely. A little warm in Sept, we hit hot weather, but used the A/C inside to keep the bedroom cool for sleeping. There are some interesting creatures around, but this is jungle. A few bugs were successfully kept at bay with citronella candles when we were out on the deck.
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2022
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay, and that you enjoyed the location! The semi private beach is amazing happy you got to enjoy your stay. We greatly appreciate your review as well.  
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10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Beautiful, secluded cottage, high above the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A perfect, simple retreat for two. The privacy, the views, the flora and fauna, the hike down to the beach. All of it made this cottage a perfect honeymoon retreat for us. We let the breezes blow through the screen doors most every night — leading to blissful, perfect nights of sleep (but the birds do get up early!) Loved our trips to the beach. Big surf in early March kept us from swimming but it was beautiful and not many other people. The 10-minute hike to the water is beautiful but steep in places. The Kilauea village center with shops and restaurants provided great food and a few other people, when we needed any social interaction.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2020
We are so happy you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed its serine location. We do hope to see you again in the near future., and We greatly appreciate your 5 star review as well!
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8/10 Good

Evie N.

Perfect for intimate couple's getaway.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a very private properry with beautiful views and a great location for a perfect intimate setting. Previous reviews mentioned the AC not working in the bedroom and when we arrived, it was very warm, but we put the floor fan at the entry so cool air blew in from the front of the house which fixed the problem. The closet space is also lacking so pack only real compaint was a stray cat hanging around the house and I'm allergic to cats so it was a nuisance. We later found out prior occupants have been feeding the cat and we were not made aware of this ahead of time.
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 29, 2022
Sounds like a lovely vacation! We are so happy that it was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
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8/10 Good

Maureen M.

Relaxing but needs an interior refresh

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The photos matched or exceeded the views!Although the cottage was comfortable and mostly in working order—it needs to berefreshed and updated as the interior was tired-lioking in person. I did bring this to Hawaii Life’s attention and was advised that they would relay my comments to the new owner.We were outside mostly so it didn’t bother us tremendously and the bed was comfortable. My suggestion is to lower the price or stop renting it until the refresh is accomplished.
Response from VrboOwner on May 10, 2022
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve. We have passed along your comments. We look forward to hosting you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

North Shore Perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: In 14 years, we've stayed at Hale Lani at least six times, usually for ten days or more on each trip. The cottage is perfect for two people; we visit in October to celebrate our anniversary, and have come to think of it as our home on the North Shore. Ideally situated, and located just outside of Kilauea, you can easily spend every day at the property or make the short drives to Princeville or Hanalei. The South Shore is an easy drive as well, where there are spectacular hikes in Waimea Canyon or the Mahaulepu Trail, not to mention day sails along the NaPali coast from Kekaha. But why leave? Take the easy trail down to Secret Beach for the morning, where you'll see few people and one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, then run into Hanalei for lunch and a stop at the Dolphin Fish market for an impeccably fresh piece of local ahi, hapu, opakapaka---or whatever the day's catch is. Pick up some beautiful salad greens at the farmer's market and don't fail to browse the shelves at the Princeville Wine Market on the way back, then have a storybook dinner on the lanai at Hale Lani starting with sunset over Bali Hai and ending with a universe of stars overhead. We have a number of favorite places in the world, but this is the hardest one to leave at the end of the trip.
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Aloha, Thank you so much for the amazing review and for choosing to celebrate your anniversary with us. It sounds like you are really able to take in a lot of what beautiful Kauai has to offer and enjoyed a wonderful balance of adventure and leisure. Mahalo for sharing some of your trip with us, a story book dinner on the lanai at sunset sounds amazing! We greatly appreciate you being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Theresa M.

Extraordinary Beauty and Privacy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pros: The grounds and the views are extraordinarily beautiful and private. We had lots of fun walking the grounds, cutting flowers and making arrangements. We enjoyed walking to Secrets beach --although we were not able to swim because of the strong currents, it's gorgeous and we felt like we had the beach to ourselves. The outdoor shower and hot tub are very private and so relaxing after a day at the beach. The bed was very comfortable and the room stayed cool with help from nice breezes and the fan. We loved the sound of the rain each night while being nestled in beauty and comfort.Cons: The patio is situated on the hot, sunny side of the cottage --it was mostly too hot to enjoy until the sun went down. The inside of the cottage has an awkward layout and the kitchen is very small. Made it difficult to make nice meals if you're a cook. The cottage could also use warming up. There were no pictures on the walls (still had nails in the walls where pictures used to be), the table was a bit damaged and rough looking, and the blinds were beat up from opening and closing. I expected better for the price. The cottage was also missing small touches like coffee, tea, and basic staples. Other places we've stayed at this price point have included a welcome basket with the basics. About three days into our stay the refrigerator went out and we lost some nice fish, but the management group was quick to respond to the problem. Another misfortune was that an adjacent property was under construction --a major demolition of the house, which Hawaii Life says they were not aware. For 5 days straight we heard the crashing of a crane into a house and cement. We were longing for a peaceful, private setting and were willing to pay the extra so if we had known about the construction we would have made other arrangements. In the end we still had a nice stay. It's not likely we would return primarily because the price is too high for the accommodations.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property but could use a few improvements

My husband and I stayed here for 6 nights from 11/30 to 12/6. This was for our 10 year anniversary and definitely a step up from what we normally book or can afford, but it was a special occasion. The property is breathtaking! The most beautiful views we have ever seen, and a short walk down a private bath to secrets beach. We loved the little town that is nearby and had everything we needed from groceries to coffee. It is also one of the few spots on the island that the Nene birds hang out (you won't see them on the East and South sides). We also learned that Ben Stiller’s property is VERY close by on the bluff to the Northwest. We enjoyed stopping to talk to the horses and goats that are nearby the property. This is away from the hustle and bustle of Kapa'a and Lihue, but not a bad drive to get there. Now, for the list of things that could be improved. 1.1. The Spa - For whatever strange reason, the plug for the spa is DIRECTLY below it. The water level is kept very high because of the jets, and when you get in, water is displaced. That displaced water goes right over the side and onto the plug, which trips the GFI. This happenned our first night nd we were not able to try again for two days until it dried out. Then we had to wait for it to come back up to temp. We actually spoke to the spa service man who was there who also agreed it was terrible. This really should be fixed as it is a safety issue. HAving the spa is an awesome feature, but worthless if it can't be used 2. There are tiki torches on the property which are beautiful at night, but all were empty. We had to pay to buy new canisters and fuel. Also, the citronella candles were empty, we also purchsed. I understand that these are additional items to add to the ambiance, but if you are going to offer them, please keep them stocked 3. Communication - there are 5 notices about how to contact the host. I messaged them several times abut our flight delay, a broken umbrella, etc. and never got a single response. 4. the garderner - We had booked an in home massage for 8 am. At around 8:15, the gardners came and were leaf blowing RIGHT NEXT TO OUR HOUSE. I understand they need to do their job, but take a hint. You have two people lying face down, move to another piece f the property for the time being. It was very invasive of privacy. OUr massage therapists hd to shoo them away. It would also be nice for mgmt to advise us when they are coming so activiites can be planned around that.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2022
Aloha, We apologize for any miscommunication during your stay. The home has recently been sold and the home in the future will be going under some renovations to fix the items you have mentioned. We hope overall you were able to enjoy your stay despite some of the draw backs. We do appreciate this feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve. We are looking forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!

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