Quiet, clean and close to beaches and restaurants. Good supply of spices and basic kitchen supplies. Stairwell light is funky because there are 3 switches for it. Would have been nice to know what streaming apps were included and how to access xable.
Carla B.
January 2025
We loved this rental for our family. Unit had a very easy layout and a great kitchen. Walkable to beaches in a very convenient location. Would absolutely stay there again.
Jim K.
January 2025
The property was in a great location, close to many beaches and with a stunning view of the ocean from the balcony! We had 8 people comfortably stay at this location.
Nicholas P.
January 2025
Great place for a small family. Quick access to Brennecke beach (good boogie boarding), the more gentle Poipu beach, and a 10 min stroll to Shipwreck beach / Hilton property. Place is well appointed with everything one needs for cooking. Small kids will love the on property pool.
Will W.
January 2025
The property was clean and had all the amenities we needed for meal prep and beach days. There were days that we wished the unit had air conditioning but the ocean breeze helped cool down at night. Being so close to the cliffs was perfect for us. We spent many hours watching the waves crash against the rocks and the turtles catching food. Traveling to Poipu beach was easy as it is an easy 10 minute walk.We would recommend this unit and hope to make it back for another visit!
Jennifer N.
January 2025
We had a wonderful time here! Coming from the east coast where it is cold and dry this time of year, it was quite nice being able to spend it by the beach. The waterfront is beautiful to look at but note that it isn't swimmable. It was fine for us as we went to Poipu beach or the neighboring beaches. The beach chairs and cooler was a nice addition as we were able to visit many beaches. There was ample parking which was nice and we had a bit of luggage so navigating closer to the condo was definitely a plus. The condo was as described however note that being near the water it is very humid and there are notes about condensation with the air conditioner and with the washer. The place was very clean and we were welcomed with a nice basket of local goodies. We did have to run out for toiletries as there isn't enough shampoo and conditioner/body wash to last the duration of our stay. It was fine for us as it was noted and gave us a reason to visit costco. We had a bad stay with another location with roaches, and we didn't see any in this condo. It was kept clean and we kept it clean even with 2 small children, there are little ants that would come if something is left out but it wasn't bad and we wiped and swept as we went. Overall we really enjoyed our trip and would recommend a stay here.
Tina S.
January 2025
The unit needs to be cleaned well and updated. It has a sunrise view, probably nicer before the recent construction. Sunset views can be had within the property. The complex is nicely maintained. Kitchen supplies were adequate, more mixing bowls, tupperware containers and a tea kettle would be nice additions. The smoke detector was beeping. Mgmt did not respond to text. Lightbulbs burned out. Drapes and sofa were dirty. Window in secondary bedroom is broken, did not open. Water and sun damage to flooring. Lots of corroded fixtures, likely due to salt air. These units are selling for over a million dollars, this unit could be quite luxurious with a refresh. Also, damage deposit required, not in initial rental agreement.
Jennifer M.
January 2025
Condo is exactly as advertised. Well-stocked kitchen. Very responsive host. Great beaches and hiking trails nearby. The cliff-side hiking trail was a favorite sunrise activity - with visible whales. The lookout point on the property was beautiful too.
Jason K.
January 2025
Casual and comfy
Melissa S.
December 2024
Location was perfect and the condo was comfy. Sofa bed was made up, just like we asked. Plenty of towels and the pool was nice as well.
Jeanae J.
December 2024
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property! The pictures are accurate in depicting the condo and the grounds. The pool and hot tub are clean and we used them everyday. The condo is well-equipped with snorkeling gear, beach towels, beach chairs, a cooler, etc. Couldn’t be in a better location, just a few minutes walk or drive to Poipu Beach. We hated to leave!
Jennifer P.
December 2024
Great sunrise/sunset views on the property. Walk to great beaches. Easy ride to Lihue and other destinations.
rachel f.
December 2024
Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and beaches. Kitchen was adequately furnished. The condo complex was built in the 1970's, however, you wouldn't know it from the inside of this unit. Excellent seaside walking trail from this unit. Great value for Poipu Beach area. We have stayed here before and hope to do so again in the future.
Lester T.
December 2024
The place is lovely. It is well stocked, clean and has everything you need. The location is great. The grounds are beautiful and the view is amazing. The welcome basket and starter supplies were greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend staying here! Communication is excellent
debbie l.
December 2024
Overall good stay. Great views from property. Upstairs neighbor very noisy. 25 a day for Poipu athletic club a waste of money, should be optional. Should provide key for trail access.
Jesse M.
December 2024
We are a family of 6 staying for 4 days 3 nights. This is very convenient location — can see the sunrise and sunset from this property . We used the swimming pool and jacuzzi after long hikes . There are cooking ware . There are a lot of restaurants but the wait time was xtra long . We made breakfast every day. Great savings The air conditioning made it worthwhile . The entire stay was lovely and would recommend this unit .
M K.
December 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 clean, rustic condo, with a view of the ocean. Separate bedrooms for everyone. Nice pool and hot tub. The hosts were attentive and welcoming. Walking distance to town and an oceanfront park for snorkeling, turtle watching, shops and restaurants. I would stay here again.
Randy B.
December 2024
This condo was so well equipped. Enjoyed the clean pool, hot tub, and barbeque area..Well maintained property..A good choice for families. Easily fits 5 kids,and 2 adults.
Denese M.
December 2024
Great location and property. The kitchen is well maintained and set up.
The property lacks ac and the back bedroom got very hot. A screen on the entrance or cooling system is suggested. The patio area is nice- unfortunately the furniture has rusted through and was not able to be used. Would stay again if there was ac and the patio was fixed as the location is absolutely wonderful. Beautiful pool area and views.
Christy J.
December 2024
Overall was great. Was a little disappointed with trying to get replacements for things like laundry detergent, dryer sheets and a few others. Was told the few items in the condo were all that will be provided. Had to get them on my own when they ran out which also left me with a bunch of supplies I had to leave there. Kinda of stinky under the kitchen sink. Lastly I would have the tracks on the screen doors, bifold doors and blinds get some maintenance so they work better.
Todd L.
December 2024
Excellent value. We enjoyed every minute.
LORNA J.
December 2024
A great place to stay. A nice two-bedroom condo with views of the ocean. From the balcony you can watch the sunrise, from elsewhere on the property you can watch the sunset. We also saw whales swim by. The area has a lot of things to do. Highly recommended as a place to rent.
Steve W.
December 2024
The condo was FABULOUS! The location was excellent - easy to walk to 3 different beaches (with turtles, no less!). Sunrises from the property were spectacular!
We called Evelyn a few times with questions and she was always so helpful! We LOVED it! Thank you so much!
Debra A.
December 2024
Amazing views, great property!
Ryan L.
December 2024
The place is very cozy and comfortable for two families to stay together and bond. We had different age groups and all were entertained
Bhaumik S.
December 2024
We loved the nearby beaches and had great weather. Plenty of space in the rental. Appreciated the beach chairs and gear. Mainly just salt and pepper and cooking utensils and pots and pans and dishes.
Deanna S.
December 2024
The three bedrooms were perfect for four adults (2 couples) and two children. Quiet with beautiful sunsets/sunrises. Walk to Poipu Beach or Shipwreck Beach was little less than a mile - no complaints. For essentials, Koloa was a short drive. Everything worked well. Beach towels were provided. Kids loved the pool. We would stay again.
Jeff K.
December 2024
We have started at the makahuena for 28 years. This was my wife's favorite room, even among the other 5000 (waterfront) building units we've rented. Every night was a masterclass in the beauty of sunsets right feom our lanai. Whales, turtles and dolphins were regular visitors. I dont want to make it sound too amazing, however, because we will be back. Guaranteed.
Todd L.
December 2024
Really enjoyed our stay in the condo. Well equipped and clean! Nice view of the ocean. Loved hearing the ocean at night.
Cindy O.
December 2024
The townhome was clean and comfortable, gorgeous views off both sides! it was close to a trail to watch the sunrise and lots of great restaurants . Very comfy beds. Definitely a good value.
sally r.
December 2024
We wanted a quiet and calm downtime vacation and this property provided that. Abundant towels, bags and beach gear available. Great kitchen and lanai, it's right on a public path so easy access but still has privacy due to a landscape burn. Would stay here again.
Laura H.
November 2024
Beautiful condo with beautiful views. Great location! Only 10 minute walk to beaches for excellent snorkeling and body surfing. We hope to return!!
Amy S.
November 2024
We enjoyed our stay very much. The view, the pool/hottub, parking was awesome!
Nichole Z.
November 2024
Very comfortable well-appointed 2BR corner condo with large lanai, ocean and sunset views, great breezes, and sounds of the waves. Good location - Walking distance to Shipwreck, Brennecke, Poipu, and Kiahuna beaches...reasonable drive to anywhere on the island.
Chris W.
November 2024
We loved Makahuena 1204!! Unit was very clean, well equipped for cooking, stocked with extra towels & linens. The check in process was wonderful and easy. Very simple and easy instructions were provided in ample time. The view from the lanai was absolutely beautiful & just as the listing shows. We loved the location of the property as many shops, restaurants and attractions were within a short drive. We will definitely stay again & recommend this complex/unit to anyone!
Jessica G.
November 2024
We had a marvelous time in your condo. It was just beautiful, and the view was incredible. We were here for our daughter’s wedding in Kauai and your condo was the perfect place to relax and prepare for the wedding. We would definitely stay here again in the future. Thank you for your hospitality!
Allison E.
November 2024
Enjoyed our stay while attending a conference at nearby grand Hyatt. Able to walk in 15 minutes to events and to the beach. Condo was clean and air conditioning in bedrooms very nice. Management staff was very responsive.
jwackerbarth
November 2024
The overall condo condition was good. The bathrooms and kitchen had been updated and nicely equipped. There was newer furniture throughout. The building itself has issues. Primary bedroom view window has a broken seal causing it to look hazy and did not have a screen. The millwork, doors and floors were tired and mismatched. My biggest issue is the pictures in the listing are not reflective of the current construction taking place on the property before the ocean views….there is no longer green grass but dirt and big machines. There is a construction notice buried deep in the listing that is easy to miss.
Kathy P.
November 2024
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Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Great location with amazing sunrise and sunset ocean views! Sunset is viewable on the lanai, and sunrise is an easy paved walk within the small Makahuena community to the benches. There is also a gate that will take you out to the public walking path to see the lava arch (2 min), walk to Shipwreck beach (15 min) to see the monk seal, and hike the Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail, where you will be rewarded with more amazing views of the ocean side cliffs and mountains! Brennecke beach (great for boogie boarding) and Poipu beach (large sea turtles) was also a short drive away. The property was easy to access since it was right off the main entrance and provided plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, beach towels, and beach toys. The beds were comfortable, and the decor was just right. A/C units are available in each of the bedrooms, but it was noisy for sleeping so we had the fans on at night instead. The main living area was warmer since A/C isn't available throughout the unit, but it was a comfortable temperature with the ceiling fans. The main shared bathroom had an odor; otherwise, no issues with 5 people showering back-to-back after a day at the beach as long as the last person is ok with a cooler shower. Large washer and dryer came in handy with detergent provided. We didn't use the TV (at first glance, it didn't appear straightforward to use) since we were out and about most of the day. It was also a short drive to The Shops at Kukui'ula and Old Koloa Town for food and shopping. Lihue airport is about 30 minutes away, and the Costco near the airport is a great place to pick up Hawaiian snacks (lots of local snack choices like giant furikake shrimp chips that we don't get on the mainland), Hawaiian shirts and sarongs, and sushi (we had a sample of the crunch roll deluxe and decided to grab one). Don't forget to grab your Hawaiian donuts early because the bakeries are near Lihue and are closed SUN / MON. Those that are open run out of malasadas by 8AM!
Vy K.
November 2024
We are a large family (2 parents, 4 kids aged 7-15 and a MIL), and we had a lovely stay over the halloween week. I was there for a conference at the nearby Grand Hyatt (easy beautiful walk), and the rooms accomodated us wonderfully. Nearby ameneties and shops as needed, and lots of local gems to be found. Easy access to the pool for the kids was great, and a short walk to watch the sunrise in the morning with a coffee in hand was magical. Extremely responsive staff, but the property was well prepared enough that I never needed to see them in person throughout the week. Check in was seamless. If I needed another place to stay in Kauai for a meeting in the future, or just in general, I will definitely keep an eye out for this property.
Francisco G.
November 2024
Property was beautiful and just as advertised, would highly recommend!!
Maria S.
November 2024
This property has all the luxuries you'd ever need for a stay on Kauai. The property had magnificent views of the ocean and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. We enjoyed morning coffee on the lanai and we loved watching the turtles and dolphins swim by and walks along the beach. It was quiet and very private so we didn't feel like it was noisy or over crowded. We had a fabulous stay and we will definitely return. Thank you so much!
Angelo L.
November 2024
Loved this place! Every detail was attended to, from the furnishings, to linens, to beach chairs! Every appliance and utensil you could ever need. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Mahalo
Kathryn D.
November 2024
This condo literally sits right on the shore over the rocks. We were able to see the sunrise and sunset from the balcony. Morning coffee and breakfast were spent watching the sea turtles and we were able to see a whale on our last night. The bathrooms appear to newly renovated. The owner communicated well and check in was easy. We did have to call the island contact for one small issue that he immediately responded to and took care of us. We enjoyed our stay.
Lawrence J.
November 2024
This is a beautiful property that is well maintained, in an exceptional location. It is stocked with everything you may need and was immaculate.. The management company was very pleasant to deal with and very accommodating.
Rene Q.
November 2024
Condo was very nice and updated. Only issue was one of the bedroom bathrooms double sinks had some blockage and were very slow for water to completely drain.
Jose G.
October 2024
Great location, with a close walk to several different beaches. The condo has new appliances and has been updated. The pool is really nice for an afternoon swim after being out all day. Sophie, our VRBO contact was wonderful if we had any questions.
Kim B.
October 2024
We have stayed at Makahuena multiple times, first time in this listing. The location within the condo complex is great for small kids. Grassy area to run around, close walk to sunset/sunrise and close proximity to the pool. The management staff was easy to work with and fast at communication. We had a larger party and did not feel cramped within the condo. Makahuena itself is a nice complex to stay in, everyone is always nice and the pool/hot tub are never overcrowded. Plus you have good access to the walking trails, 10 minute walk to the beach or short drive. The only thing we found inconvenient was that there was no place to hang out towels/suits to dry outside. Other than that no complaints, we will be back again!
Kaitlyn D.
October 2024
Loved the condo. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Great location and photos are spot on. Close to nice beaches and places to eat.
Cindy F.
October 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:
My family of 5, with three teenage boys, were very comfortable and very happy with this place! The beds were very comfortable (though not the day bed in loft area). We were in a mini heat wave in October and the air conditioning worked great. Had a personal issue after checkout and the contact person was very patient and responsive.
grace m.
October 2024