Summary:
Ohana Retreat brings together Lei Ohana, Makanui Estate, with their two guest houses to create a private Poipu haven with a pool, four kitchens, and sleeping for up to 28 guests. Perfect for reunions and large groups, this expansive retreat offers flexible layouts, lush outdoor spaces, select A/C, and complimentary Poipu Beach Athletic Club access for 11 guests. Close to Poipu Beach, dining, and shopping.
The Space:
OHANA RETREAT AT KOLOA KAI VACATION RENTALS
OHANA RETREAT – Private Pool, Sleeps 28, A One-of-a-Kind Group Retreat in Poipu
Perfect for family reunions, retreats, and multi-family groups, Ohana Retreat combines two large homes and two guest houses, accommodating up to 28 guests. With a private pool, two kitchens, two kitchenettes, lush outdoor spaces, and select A/C, this is one of Poipu’s most unique large-group vacation homes.
🌺 SLEEPING CAPACITY (BY BUILDING + FLOOR)
🏡 LEI OHANA – MAIN HOUSE (Single Level) — Sleeps 10
Room Bedding Sleeps
Primary Bedroom King 2
Guest Bedroom 1 King 2
Guest Bedroom 2 Queen 2
Den Queen Murphy Bed 2
Living Room Queen Sleeper Sofa 2
3 Full Baths
🏡 LEI OHANA – STUDIO GUEST HOUSE — Sleeps 2
Studio Queen Murphy Bed, full bath, kitchenette 2
A/C: No A/C in Lei Ohana Main house or Guest house —enjoy cooling tradewinds.
🌴 MAKANUI ESTATE – MAIN HOUSE (Single Level) — Sleeps 8
Room Bedding Sleeps
Primary Bedroom King (A/C) 2
Guest Bedroom 1 King (A/C) 2
Guest Bedroom 2 Queen (A/C) 2
Living Room Queen Sleeper Sofa 2
Two and a half Baths
🌺 MAKANUI GUEST HOUSE – TWO STORIES — Sleeps 8
Lower Level
Room Bedding Sleeps
Bedroom Queen 2
Downstairs Living Area Queen Murphy Bed 2
Upper Level
Room Bedding Sleeps
Upper Living Area King + Queen Sleeper Sofa (A/C) 4
Full Bath on Each Floor
⭐ TOTAL CAPACITY: 28 GUESTS
🏊♂️ AMENITIES & FEATURES
Private Outdoor Oasis
Large private pool
Multiple lanais and outdoor dining spaces
Tropical landscaping
Outdoor shower
Four Fully Equipped Kitchens
Great for prepping large meals or cooking separately as families.
Beach Gear
Chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, coolers & towels.
Laundry
FOUR washers & dryers — one in each building.
A/C DETAILS
Lei Ohana main house: No A/C (tradewinds + ceiling fans)
Lei Ohana studio: Portable A/C
Makanui Estate: Split-system A/C in bedrooms
Makanui Guest House: Split-system A/C upstairs; tradewinds downstairs
🌴 POIPU BEACH ATHLETIC CLUB (PBAC) — INCLUDED FOR UP TO 11 GUESTS
Resort-style pool with slide & sandy beach
Hot tub
Fitness center, cardio, free weights
Tennis, pickleball & basketball
Yoga & fitness classes
On-site restaurant with poolside service
📍 LOCATION
Minutes to:
Poipu Beach Park (snorkeling, turtles, kids’ lagoon)
Brennecke’s Beach
Shipwreck Beach + Maha‘ulepu Trail
Poipu Shopping Village & Shops at Kukuiʻula
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
Not an event venue (no weddings, parties, or gatherings beyond registered guests).
Owner’s studio on property has a private entrance and does not access guest areas.
Taxes apply to rent + cleaning (GET 4.712%, TAT 11%, Kauai TAT 3%).
Hawaii Tax Licenses (Required for Listing)
TAT License: TA-211-663-8720-01
GET License: GE-211-663-8720-01
Guest Access:
You will receive a link to an online guest book when it gets close to your arrival date. You will receive the link by email and text. The home has an electronic lock at the bottom level where the cars are parked. A code will be generated into your guest book just before your arrival day.
The Neighborhood:
Hoone Rd, fronting Poipu Beach Park and Brenneckes Beach, turns into Pee Rd. This winding street is a popular place to watch the sunset on the wall fronting Nihi Kai or to walk one way and return to the Poipu Kai Greenbelt.
Getting Around:
When visiting Kauai, we highly recommend renting a car to enhance your experience and give you the freedom to explore the island at your own pace. While there are other transportation options available, such as the Kauai Bus, it's important to note that the bus service may not run as frequently as you might expect.
Having a rental car allows you to easily access all the incredible sights and attractions that Kauai has to offer. From the stunning Na Pali Coast to the breathtaking Waimea Canyon, having your own transportation gives you the flexibility to visit these iconic locations on your own schedule.
Other Things to Note:
All reservations require a 25% payment to hold chosen dates.
• 45 days prior to arrival, the remaining balance is due in full
CANCELLATION POLICIES:
• Reservations canceled 30 days or more prior to arrival date are 100% refundable.
PESTS:
Kauai is in a climate that is considered to be both tropical and within a rainforest category, known for its lush flora and fauna. The environmental factors create a situation where pests (insects) are nearly impossible to eradicate from every property constantly. Many bugs fly in when a door is open at night or are simply small enough to come in through screens on windows and sliding doors. For this reason, Koloa Kai engages regular quarterly pest control in every property to keep the pests at bay. Despite these efforts, it is possible to have pests in your property, and if that happens, Koloa Kai will take all measures possible as quickly as possible to mitigate any issues. Any monetary compensation, refunds or discounts will be given solely at the discretion of Koloa Kai and will only be available in situations where the company agrees that an infestation has occurred. Koloa Kai reserves the right to investigate and provide remediation of any pest issue. The mere presence of pests in the property shall not constitute grounds for monetary compensation.
30-DAY MAXIMUM RENTALS:
Koloa Kai LLC provides only short-term rentals with a maximum reservation of 30 days. Each reservation is fully documented and provides for a fixed date and time for check-in and check-out, rental rates, associated fees, and all other requirements required by local and state law. If a guest books consecutive reservations where the check-out and check-in dates are concurrent, then a cleaning fee will be assessed, and a Koloa Kai designated cleaning professional/inspector will have unrestricted access to the property for the purposes of cleaning and inspection of the property. During the time between reservations, described by the check-out time and check-in time specifically, the guests shall vacate the property so that the designated cleaning professional/inspector can conduct a full reservation clean and inspection in accordance with Koloa Kai’s standard practice. Guest access to the property shall be restricted specifically to the date/times of the reservation documentation and may not be extended upon verbal or text message confirmation.
Hawaii Laws require that GET (4.712%), Kauai TAT (3.0%) and TAT (11%) taxes apply to the cleaning fee.
Hawaii TAT license # TA-211-663-8720-01
Hawaii GET license #GE-211-663-8720-01
Interaction with Guests:
We will communicate by text most of the time. You will also receive emails from us. Feel free to call us at the Koloa Kai office as well.