Jennifer M.
December 2025
House is as described in photos & super cute. Extremely clean. We loved the outdoor living space and spent most of our time while at the house there. The neighborhood felt safe. I had read other reviews mentioning the noise and thought they were just being picky but this is indeed a VERY NOISY neighborhood. Between the traffic at 5am, the roosters crowing starting at 1am every day, and you can hear every neighbor because everyone keep their windows open. The house itself was great, just make sure to bring earplugs if you have a hard time sleeping through neighborhood noises. I never could get the property manager's app to work (and I'm pretty savvy) but she was very responsive when I called with a question!
Hannah S.
June 2025
I recently stayed at this fantastic rental property near Poipu Beach, and it was an experience to remember! The atmosphere was incredibly fun and vibrant, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. From the moment I arrived, I could feel the lively energy that made the stay so enjoyable.The cleanliness of the rental was top-notch. Every room was spotless, and it was clear that the property was well-maintained. The fresh and inviting environment made it easy to settle in and feel at home right away.One of the best aspects of this rental was its proximity to all the great attractions in Poipu Beach. Whether it was a short walk to the beautiful beach, exploring the local shops, or dining at some of the best restaurants in the area, everything was conveniently close by. This made it easy to enjoy all that Poipu Beach has to offer without any hassle.Overall, this rental property offers a fun atmosphere, impeccable cleanliness, and an unbeatable location near Poipu Beach. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay!
Laurie K.
April 2025
We loved this house! It was comfortable, clean, and organized, and the modern beachy decor was perfect. We loved having dinner on the lanai and hanging out there in the morning as well. I would love to stay there again the next time we’re on Kauai!
Marcia R.
February 2025
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 were three couples in the home and had a lovely time. We were able to cook meals, hang out and plan our days without stepping on each other. And the home is truly eight minutes walk from Poipu Beach. The outside furniture is very inviting, increasing the lounging space. The bathrooms are very updated and modern with all amenities. The only negative is the middle room is a pass through room on the way to the bathroom, decreasing those guests privacy a bit. Overall, a wonderful vacation home and the hosts are super communicative and friendly.
Lisa H.
January 2025
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 recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was exactly as pictured in the listing. Very cute and very well equipped for relaxing meals on the lanai. Appliances worked well. Super well located near the beach and all things South Island. Unfortunately there were some problems that seriously impeded our ability to fully enjoy our experience in this home. In spite of open windows and fans, the center room (with the bunk beds) was very hot all night. In all the bedrooms, ceiling fans and open windows were helpful. What wasn’t great were the roosters crowing starting at about 4:30am until mid morning and the automatic sprinklers that went off around 6:00am. These were not distant sounds but rather they felt like they were inside the home - especially in the front main bedroom. We’ve travelled abroad a lot and experienced lots of animal sounds including braying donkeys, crickets, etc...but this was pretty extreme. There was also quite a bit of early morning car/truck noise from the neighborhood (understandable as people were going to work). Please consider informing guests so they know what they are getting into. Also, please take a look at the pillow situation on the beds (not super comfortable), and the insect situation. Kauai is a tropical island and few ants and flying insects were no problem but other critters - cockroaches - were making your place their home. Yes, We had a great time in Kauai and during our stay in other homes on the island, we were very satisfied. We are not “resort” lovers and prefer to stay in local communities. We liked much about your house but came home needing some quiet sleep!
Aaron G.
October 2024
We loved staying in this home! Super clean, convenient, and had the perfect layout for our family of five. Definitely had that island feel, and the outdoor spaces were great to have. We look forward to our future stay here!
dawn e.
September 2024
Lovely area, all the amenities needed, we really enjoyed staying here
Pamela V.
August 2024
We had a fabulous stay at this cottage! It had everything we needed, very comfortable beds, and the renovations were very modern and adorable (I want whoever renovated this to come do my house in Boston next!). We really appreciated the quiet, digital ceiling fans, the lovely lanai, and all the beach supplies provided. Our family of five really didn't need anything else. Very convenient location in Koloa, and a 3-minute drive to Poipu Beach, which has something for everyone and ended up being our favorite beach of the trip. Highly recommend this rental
Alexandra C.
June 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at this house! It looked exactly as pictured and had some fun authentic touches. Great location, short walk or 2 min drive from the beach and close to some great restaurants. Came equipped with beach equipment- chairs, towels, umbrellas and coolers. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Leslie B.
April 2024
Simply perfect place for a retro Hawaiian experience! Clean and comfortable. Everything we needed. 10 minute walk to beach perfect!
Highly recommend!
Barb T.
March 2024
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:
This was a wonderful place to stay for our vacation. Great location and walkable to the beach. The house is clean and has everything you could possibly need for indoor or outdoor use.
Renee W.
March 2024
Hale Mano was the perfect house for our family of six. Very clean, comfortable beds, great areas for relaxation. Kitchen is well accommodated for meal prep! Beach supplies were much appreciated as were the clean and functional washer/dryer when needed. I never felt like anything was missing or lacking. The location, while not beachfront, was super close to Poipu and Brenneke beaches..easily walkable but a 2 min drive if we had too much stuff to carry.
Quick note; don't let the previous note about ants deter you. Yes, there were a few ants in the kitchen but those virtually disappeared as we only stored food in the pantry and fridge as recommended (and there were a few ant traps in place as well).
John E.
March 2024
Nice location. Easy to get to, and away from.
Close to the beach with plenty to do near by. The renovation done on the property really turned it into a beautiful little surf shack and we didn't have any issues with the property aside from the kitchen ants getting into the pizza we left out (very normal on Kauai).
Plenty of gear for the gearless. This is a local residential area, so treat it as such. Don't be a nuisance. Recycling has to be taken down to Poipu Beach recycle center FYI. Not far, easy to do.
All in all, it was worth the price paid and we enjoyed our time đź‘Ś.
Sheryl W.
March 2024
The house was in a regular neighborhood. This meant people leaving for work Early in the mornings. Cars on the side drive and street were quite loud. The unit was nice and convenient to the beach. The only two real issues were lots of ants in the kitchen no matter how clean you kept it and a shortage of hot water for showers.
Teran H.
February 2024
The house was absolutely perfect for our needs. The place was super clean and well stocked all around. The toiletries were nice and smell great! Good kitchen and the patio was amazing for breakfast or a mid day nap. There is a good selection of beach gear in the outdoor closet including a small drink cooler we used every day.
Communication with the host was easy and they were very responsive for the few questions we had while there.
Would highly recommend this place if it fits your space needs!!
Jacqueline E.
November 2023
One of the most thoughtfully stocked and clean properties I’ve ever stayed in. We had an amazing time, in large part due to the beautiful home and location. Neighbors were very friendly and welcoming as well. 10/10 would book again!
Brook M.
October 2023
We all thoroughly enjoyed this house. It was exactly as was described, situated in a very cute neighborhood and was very close to the beach and other fun places.
The house provided very nice amenities, very well thought out about what you may need while on a vacation
Kellie B.
September 2023
Hale Mano was a perfect place for three girlfriends to reconnect. We came from Colorado, Texas and Japan to celebrate 50+ years of friendship and our 60th birthdays.
We enjoyed a short walk to Poipu Beach where we watched the resting turtles (honu) and monk seal, short drive to Pickleball courts, Lawai beach to watch the sunset and shopping.
The house was clean and well furnished with everything we could possibly need. And of course the mod vibe matched the theme for our get together.
We are looking forward to our return!
Amy P.
June 2023
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:
Hale Mano is now the only place I’d want to stay on the island! Perfectly located - walk to the beach, dinner, surf shop - super clean, stylish in every way, with all the amenities, plus more.
Susie S.
May 2023
We stayed at this lovely home for 5 days. If was my husband and I and our adult son and his wife and our 2 year old granddaughter. We loved this location, it was central to everything. It was cute, well decorated, and with a great kitchen to cook. We loved the outside patio area. Thank you for letting us stay at your home!
Heather N.
April 2023
My family and I really enjoyed this house. It came with everything we needed and our 2 yr old enjoyed chasing chickens in the front yard. Very family friendly And a totally different experience from a condo or hotel in the best possible way.
Andy W.
March 2023
We love, love, loved staying here! It’s a beautiful home, very clean and private, and perfectly sized for our family of 5. Just a short walk to the beach through a quiet neighborhood, or a short drive into town for coffee or groceries or for a meal. We could not have asked for a better place to stay for our first visit to Kauai!
Rob B.
March 2023
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:
Our family of 5 loved this house! The location (close to the beach in a quiet residential neighborhood) was great. The kitchen was very well equipped and the other amenities (boogie boards, snorkel equipment, towels, coolers) were much appreciated. The manager was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Adam R.
February 2023
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:
Our family of 5 had such a great time in and out of the Hale Mano house! Amazing location close to Poipu Beach Park, short drive to Koloa town. Relaxing lanai and great indoor space for families.
Jessica P.
February 2023
This rental was perfect for our family, including our toddler and infant. We loved the patio and bunk rooms, and the bathrooms are nicer than the listing pics suggest! Walkable to Poipu Beach Park, which is beautiful and great for little ones. We also rented a golf cart from Kauai Carts, which was fun and recommended for tooling around.
Carolee B.
November 2022
We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It was a perfect size for 2 couples. The home was incredibly clean and well stocked with all of the amenities we needed. Poipu Beach is in walking distance, but we chose to drive to and from so we did not need to pack our beach stuff back and forth. We found many amazing restaurants very close by. We would definitely stay here again. One downside is that the house next door is under construction. So if considering this home be sure to ask about the status of the home being built next door. This home is in a family neighborhood and comes with the normal neighborhood activities such as children playing, school buses, garbage pick up etc which we dis not mind at all. We would definitely stay here again.
Matthew E.
October 2022
Great location. Nice clean house in great shape. Plenty of supplies and everything functions as it should. We will try to stay here again next time.
Lisa L.
October 2022
This place has it all. The photos don’t do it justice. Perfect stay with everything you need or would want. 10/10 would stay here again!
Amy N.
October 2022
beautiful property in prime location minutes from the beach and places to eat!
Liz C.
September 2022
This was by far the best VRBO I have ever stayed in. Everything was perfect and impeccable. All of the details were appreciated from the glassware and plates to the decor and beach gear. The Hale Mano is an amazing experience and we can’t wait to return.
Jonathan H.
August 2022
Can’t wait to stay there again!
Michael P.
June 2022
House was open and close to the market and Resturants if you decided not to cook for the night. House has fans and stays cool with air movement.
Emily K.
June 2022
We have stayed in Kauai several times and by far this was the best. Location was perfect, within walking distance to the beach. House was very well appointed for a family with children. We look forward to coming back.
LIbby C.
May 2022
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:
One word: FABULOUS. Like, beyond. We were surprised and delighted with the space. I mean, we knew it was going to be good based on the photos but nothing compares to walking inside for the first time and marveling at the design, endless amenities, and thoughtful guidance from the owners. We were in heaven the whole time. Thank you!
Mike M.
April 2022
Beautiful place to stay on the south coast in Kauai. We would definately stay there again.
Kimberly C.
April 2022
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’re a family of five with a 7 year old and twin 4 year olds and the house was perfect for us. The house has everything we needed and the location is great.
Jamie P.
April 2022
We loved staying here in such a quaint neighborhood. Loved the area, walk to the beach and the lush tropical surroundings. The house was stunning- beautifully decorated! Comfortable! Nothing negative to say at all! Would stay here again in a heartbeat. So grateful we found this place.
Trisha M.
March 2022
IT WAS VERY CLEAN. It was perfect for our family. Enough space. Chairs, beach towels, and canopy were an awesome thing to have at house. Kitchen had everything we needed. Good conditioner in the showers too. So good I asked what kind so I can purchase. CONS Construction is going on next door so the 2 days we didn't have anything planned we felt we had to leave because it was jackhammering. No exageration. Washer is on the fritzz. Property manager aware and plans already going on in background when I called.
Courtney W.
March 2022
We absolutely loved the house and location of this property. Everything was clean and convenient and allowed multiple walking trips to the beach each day. We traveled with a 5 year old and 4 month old and this property perfectly suited our needs. Beautifully renovated as well!
Thomas D.
February 2022
The house was very well equipped and with lots of local flavor. We loved seeing the before and after book with the renovations that were done.. Lots of kitchen gadgets, pans, storage containers, etc. Beds were comfortable….polyester sheets are not my favorite. Plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, etc. Loved sitting under the lights on the lanai. Easy walk down the path to the beach and restaurants. Nice family neighborhood… school .bus stop across the street…7:30 pickup. Nice to feel like your are really living like a local. New washer and dryer is ordered and will make laundry quieter!!! Very responsive with any questions. We were concerned about not having AC, but the fans and open windows made the house very comfortable.
Jan C.
February 2022
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:
The house is in a neighborhood where you experience daily life of the locals. Location is excellent with a short three minute drive to Poipu Beach, restaurants and markets. The owners have supplied lots of beach gear including umbrellas, chais, towels and coolers.
Kenneth D.
February 2022
A very wonderful rental property with everything a person would need to make a peaceful vacation and stay.
Jessica T.
November 2021
We spent a wonderful four weeks here over October, and can’t say enough good things about the property. It’s beautifully designed, light and airy and very thoughtfully decorated. We had two babies with us, and had to do some light childproofing, but was perfect with little ones. We walked to the beach a few times most days. The sunset over Poipu beach is unbeatable. Highly recommend this spot!!
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