The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!

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Celebrate every day in Paradise with your morning show

Cliffside location estimated at 500' elevation

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2 bedroomsSleeps 41700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer

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Waimea, HI

Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital
‪6 min walk‬
West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center
‪12 min walk‬
Waimea Bay Beach
‪16 min walk‬
Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

LIving Area

1 Twin Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

TVNC-1317 TA-150-219-3664-01

Recently refreshed and decorated, this executive style plantation home features fascinating exotic wood finishes with the feeling of home from days past. You will never tire of the expansive jaw dropping Waimea Valley and Ocean Views. Most of the time you will only hear the sound of the wind in the trees and our bird neighbors that make the most of wind currents on this cliffside location. Quiet, peaceful, and serene. This is a two bedroom/ one bathroom home. If architecturally unique quality and service are important to you, you will rave about the Ishihara Home. Come and experience the way the good life used to be.

Amenities
•Wireless
•Full Kitchen
•Laundry Facilities
•Gas BBQ
•Separate Sitting Area
•Enhanced Work Desk
•Shower and Bath Tub Set
•Lanai

Property manager

Patrick McLean

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We have a $75 cancellation fee

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number TA-150-219-3664-01, GE-150-219-3664-01, 120060140000

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Waimea

Located in Waimea, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Faye Museum and Aloha 'n Paradise Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kukuiolono Golf Course and Poipu Coast Trail. Talk Story Bookstore and Catamaran Kahanu are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waimea, HI

What's nearby

Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Waimea Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Captain Cook Monument - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Waimea Canyon - 28 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

Lihue Airport (LIH) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬13 min walk
‪Porky's Kauai - ‬14 min walk
‪Aloha Sweet Delights - ‬8 min drive
‪Japanese Grandma's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Subway - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Town Center and Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital. West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center and Koke'e Mountains are also within 1 mi (2 km).

9.6

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Mar 27, 2025

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

Beautiful Houise and View

The house was a beautiful and unique old home. Wood trim and accents, the old wood desk in the library, pictures and decorations gave the place a real homey feeling of times gone by while at the same time having a very modern and well equipped kitchen and counter space. The outdoor shower accessed through the bathroom was spectacular. We split our trip between the North Shore and Waimea. This home was perfectly located for exploring the Waimea Canyon.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thistle B.

Jan 17, 2025

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

Peaceful retreat

We all adored our stay - the cottage truly felt like a home away from home. Abundant amenities and in such a peaceful, quiet neighborhood, yet very close to town - very convenient to pop down to a store or beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

debb c.

Feb 3, 2025

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

Isihara stay was perfect

We enjoyed / weeks of blissful relaxation in this heritage home. The house was perfectly cooled with the cross ventilation and trade winds. The kitchen was well equipped and there were even sharp knives! We loved the neighborhood, the Waimea canyon view and we grew use to the roosters It was a great place to stay. We hope to return.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt B.

Oct 14, 2024

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

100/10

I can't wait to go back this home is the most perfect spot to relax.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaylord E.

Jul 25, 2024

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

Do I have to fill ALL of this in? Just to say we really loved the house?

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andi N.

Mar 14, 2023

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

Breath taking paradise

This is the only place I would stay in Kauai. This house took my breath away and I’m excited for when I can come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Milwaukie, USA

Oct 31, 2023

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

Base of the Canyon

Waimea canyon with the amazing view of sunrise Cannot begin to describe the sight of waking of on an island in the Sun surrounded by such features of a clean house in an awesome neighborhood and friendly animals.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 13, 2019

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

A hidden gem!

This was a wonderful house for two couples visiting Kauai for a long weekend. They had everything we needed. Check in and out was flawless. They even worked with us to get our two forgotten water bottles back. I highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

May 13, 2023

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

Historic Home in Waimea

Ishihara house is a very special house. It possesses a certain soul and dignity and is wonderful to be in. It sits high above the town of Waimea in a little neighborhood of local residents. It boasts an incredible view up the Waimea River to the mountains and to the west, the ocean is visible in the distance. It was always breezy during our stay and we loved to sit on the porch and enjoy the view and the sounds of the local roosters. Very restful.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ardine B.

Feb 27, 2024

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

Fabulous stay in an historical treasure.

This home is beautiful and well-equipped. I love the plantation style of architecture and the expert restoration. I must say I have never operated a double hung window with a few fingers!! The view, the privacy, the proximity to Waimea and that outdoor shower are my highlights. I have never had a “shower rainbow” before! Cinch, the neighborhood welcome pup was great company. The furniture is beautiful, beds are comfortable, and there is a blender, huge salad spinner a crock pot in the kitchen! Overall, this is an ideal place to stay.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Nov 19, 2023

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

Perfect honeymoon

Words can’t describe how incredible this property is. Even though the pictures are stunning, it still doesn’t do it justice. Management thought of every little detail and the amenities were very considerate and top notch. Short drive to anything you could need, especially dinner at Wrangler Steakhouse (yes, it’s a necessity). Highly recommend star gazing in the back yard, I got to witness my very first shooting star. The sunrise was absolutely breathtaking! I can’t say enough great things about our time at the Ishihara home, already planning our trip back.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Jul 28, 2023

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

Great home & location (but house nextdoor is under construction)

It is a really great home & location. But the house next door is under construction, probably for another year. So each day there was some hammering, sawing, nail-guns, air-compressors, cement mixers and some other annoying noises. But other then that, it was a really awesome place! I would recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Jan 5, 2023

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

Very special place

The Ishihara cottage is a unique and wonderful place to stay. With gorgeous views of the canyon and the sea, and plenty of space both inside and out, it is a marvelous place to breathe deeply and truly relax. I loved being at the end of a street and on a hill in a quiet residential neighborhood (well, quiet except for a few local doggies and of course the many roosters in valley below!) The cottage has an amazing zen-like energy and we hope to return. Highly recommend this place for solo travelers, couples, or families with kids. Proximity to Waimea Canyon can’t be beat and the small boat harbor @ Kekaha (less than five minutes away) is a great place to take a NaPali Coast trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arianna J.

Jan 28, 2023

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

Beautiful Home, Gorgeous View

My husband and I stayed here for part of our honeymoon and loved our stay! The house itself has so much character, we especially appreciated the antique furniture and open floor plan! The view up the gorge is pretty incredible that makes staying at this home entirely worth it! We wish we could have taken more advantage of all this house had to offer, we even said it would be fun to come back with a larger group! The location is nice and tucked away and right at the bottom of the road to drive up to see Waimea Canyon. It’s managed by a vacation rental company so check-in was different than typical VRBOs we’ve stayed in, but the host was accommodating when we wanted to check in after hours.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H., Butte, mt

Mar 10, 2024

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

relaxing

We stayed here after staying with family in Poipu. This was our time alone. The first evening we invited the family, which was flying out on the RED EYE, to dinner. They all loved the setting. We grilled that night. The grill needs to be replaced immediately. The GUTS of the grill have rusted all the way through and have collapsed on themselves. We did grill but held our breath when lighting it. The house had everything we needed and then some. There were treats and Kauai Coffee waiting for us. Although it had no air conditioning, we didn't need it. The cool breeze and fans kept the home comfortable. I loved the outdoor shower! Coming from Montana, I found this fun. Need heat in the shower? Stand in the sun, haha. The only down side was the fan in the small bed room needed dusting.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M.

Apr 24, 2023

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

Favorite VRBO stay ever

This property is phenomenal. You will LOVE staying here. 1) never have I felt so welcome at a rental property (normally you get there and are bombarded with instructions and signage on all the things not to do and to beware of extra charges etc etc. Not the case here - little welcome things in the kitchen and lovely accommodations) and 2) what a special property! Property is a stunning plantation cottage that has been beautifully updated and expanded, allowing it to feel rich in history while providing every amenity. The view - WOW - and all the outdoor space and seating you could want to enjoy it. Quiet and peaceful location. The breeze from the ridge location creates the perfect indoor and outdoor temperatures. Love the luxurious outdoor shower set up. Fluffy towels and soft linens. I cannot say enough good things about this property. Normally the rental is just a place to sleep for us, but not this place - this property is truly special and was a highlight of the trip. I wish we had spent more time at this property (plus Waimea downtown and canyon are spectacular. And Polihale state beach is amazing) instead of heading to the north side. don’t get me wrong, the north side of the island is incredibly special, I just loved this property! Such a welcoming, peaceful, special home.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Cory S.

Sep 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Neat home, not for us.

First impressions were interesting as the neighborhood is a pretty mixed group of homes with some well kept and some not so much. We were greeted by a random little dog that turned out to be not so random. On the back porch we found a water bowl with a note on it requesting to keep it filled and dog treats for this little pup who must make the area his home. We werent warned of the friendly and very present dog but if one of us had a fear of or allergy to dogs, this would be a big problem. The home itself was stiflingly hot inside. No AC. The owner and manager said it will cool off in the evening and wont be a concer, but we arrived in the evening and while the breeze was blowing through the home, the whole house was just radiating heat. There is no way we could stay in the home, and unfortunately the manager and owner did not offer any sort of assistance for this concern. We ended up leaving the home about an hour after arrival because we were not going to be able to sleep in that kind of heat. The owner took our money and did not work with us even as we had to get alternative accomodations at the last minute because of the problem. I understand the owner did not state that there was AC in the home so it wasnt fraudulent, but it's pretty upsetting when you spend $1,700 on an accomodation and have to walk away from it. This experience left a bad taste in my mouth for using VRBO in the future. While I think the property manager had the best of intentions, his hands were tied.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley L., Northern California

Nov 19, 2022

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

Old Hawaiian

Very private and quiet neighborhood, except of course for the island roosters. You can’t get closer to Waimea Canyon, with spectacular views from the house. We enjoyed the furnishings and aloha vibe. Good reading and resource material too.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Sep 16, 2022

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

Wonderful stay

The Waimea house is a wonderful, peaceful stay. The house is located at the edge of Waimea's town strip - easy access to food and stores. The house is at the access road for the Waimea canyon, the drive is nice and relatively short. The west side of the island is quiet and provides plenty of downtime. There is easy access to Kekaha and the parks. The house is very well stocked. There is everything needed in the kitchen. The windows provide a great breeze. The lanai is a great spot to sit and relax. There is a distant ocean view. The house has plenty of privacy. The wifi is strong and reliable,

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Jul 2, 2022

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

Gorgeous home

Love this house - it’s in a lovely neighborhood, very quiet (except for the chickens)! Would stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin R., Mound, MN

Jun 26, 2022

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

Great place!

Really cool house on the edge of the canyon. Great sunrise and open space along with adequate lounging areas including the back deck. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Jun 23, 2022

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

Waimea Amazingness!

This home was far beyond any our expectations. Staying here we felt was literally like our other home. The house was clean, quiet, peaceful, with amazing views, and was easy come and go! The Ishihara Home is beautiful inside, the breeze from the surrounding hills and mountains keeps the place cool and nice, there is no need for any AC! The back deck is a wonderful place to stay in the evenings. Do not hesitate to book a stay here, I cannot think of anything that could have been better.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese R.

Feb 19, 2022

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

Beautiful! Thoroughly enjoyed. Conveniently located.

Beautiful. Great having beach equipment. The kitchen had some spices and staples which were greatly appreciated. Awesome shower! Enjoyed the back deck and stunning canyon view.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

Jan 26, 2022

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

Kawaii retreat

Such a wonderful visit and our hosts were incredibly responsive to our requests. There’s only 1 bathroom but for a couple it was an indulgent amount of space. We’ll be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Carolyn K.

Oct 24, 2021

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

Beautiful house on a bluff

The house is beautiful and in a good neighborhood; close to Waimea Canyon for great hiking. My only complaint, and it’s significant to light sleepers: there are a LOT of dogs in the neighborhood and they bark a lot in the evenings, and off and on during the night. If you’re a light sleeper like me, then it’s a big issue. If you’re not, you probably won’t notice. That said, I did enjoy my stay - the house is very spacious and well equipped and I loved sitting out on the back deck watching the ocean. Do note, you will hear the highway from a distance as you’re on a bluff. The communication with the property manager was excellent; the only snafu I had was expecting my check-in directions sooner per VRBO’s communication; in fact, they give directions only 48 hours in advance. Not a big deal, more like an issue with VRBO than with the property itself.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patrick McLean

This Property is Managed Professionally by West Kauai Lodging on behalf of Mike and Colleen. Patrick and the staff at West Kauai Lodging look forward to seeing you here in Paradise!

Why they chose this property

If you would enjoy an authentic, clean, professional, and well preserved experience of Kauai; we're your place. This is how the well-to-do 'Locals' have been doing it for generations. Why? Because it works and it's the best. This home and experience are historically correct and not influenced by what the Corporate Hotels 'think' the average guest on Kauai is looking for. Come see it~ You won't regret it!

What makes this property unique

All day never tiring views and front door access the Waimea Canyon, Kokee Park, and West Side Beaches

Languages:

English

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