Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay! The view you get for the cost you pay cannot be beat. Everything was perfect, beds were comfy, place was very clean, neighbors were super friendly, and we watched turtles and whales nonstop! We will be back and try and stay here!
Amanda T.
March 2025
Great place.
Remington T.
March 2025
Amazing location, able to spot whales and turtles. Walked to beaches. Relaxing ocean waves and breezes were calming. It's hard to leave this place.
Carla A.
March 2025
Great place to stay . Clean, well set up, great location near poipu beach
Cathy C.
March 2025
It was our favorite spot on Kauai. Hanging out on the lanai watching numerous whales everyday. Listening to the waves hit the rocks makes you sleep like a baby. Condo was updated and in excellent shape. Thanks for being home base for a perfect week in Kauai.
Travis B.
March 2025
We loved the house, plenty of room, amazing views, great communication with host.
Sarah R.
March 2025
Perfect location in Poi pu. Oceanfront condo with perfect view of sunsets and whale sightings. Easy walk to beach and trails along coastline. Very quiet property.
Karin L.
March 2025
We enjoyed watching the whales and beautiful assortment of birds right from the lanai. The beds were very comfortable. A for that! However, the property is quite dated and there is nothing luxurious about it. The primary bedroom does have a commode and shower, but the shower stillIs TINY! The unit is very nicely appointed with beach chairs, etc. All in all, we would stay again just for the view. Also, the pool is very small - truly just for dipping - but peaceful.
Jessica C.
March 2025
We had the best trip. Enjoyed watching whales spout and breach from the upstairs bedroom and outdoor lanai. Perfect condo for traveling with family. Our 5 year old granddaughter loved the pool and I enjoyed walking along the coast with the trail right out our door. Location was perfect for walking to the beach and we appreciated the variety of beach toys, chairs, etc. condo was well stocked and host was easy to reach and very responsive
Daniel B.
February 2025
Great property with wonderful views and good location. Kitchen was dated and well worn. The parking was very difficult some evenings and too many steps if you have heavy luggage. Beds and bathrooms were great as was the upstairs bedroom and layout. Overall very comfortable and we would stay there again. We are recommending it to our friends. Aloha and Mahalo!
Philip N.
February 2025
Great views from this property!
richard g.
February 2025
Everything was very good except the noise from construction 9 to 3. Thank you for an excellent home away from home!
Natalia B.
January 2025
This was the most beautiful vacation home I have ever seen. I could have spent the entire week just staring out the window: we saw breaching humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles, kayakers, swimmers, and glorious sunsets. Everything you might need is provided. Poipu Beach and Brenneckes Beach are easy walking distance, where you can use the masks and snorkels, fins, boogie boards, and beach chairs and umbrellas. The kitchen is well-equipped, the rooms beautiful, the vibe is comfortable, and the owners responsive. 10 out of 10!
Gayle H.
January 2025
We loved our stay here. The view is amazing of the ocean and the condo was beautifully decorated. It had everything we need to prepare meals. There is a loft with beds and couch with TV which comes in handy for diverse TV tastes. The location is within walking distance to some great beaches but we drive most days. Definitely would stay here again.
Muriel H.
January 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:
Excellent. Better view than B-1, but no direct entry to ground lawn area Good appliances, everything worked. Wonderful dining table. Compliments to staff who improved the pool and grill area from last time. I approve of the keyless entry system, which improves both arrival and departure.
John E.
January 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:
First time two years before, this time was even better: New appliances; new ductless air conditioning (albeit, a bit noisy for about an hour after shutdown); walk-out to front lawn; improved swimming pool and grill. Improvement request: you really need to improve the sliding door lock in the second bedroom; or, at least highlight the secret to making it work. Had advance contact with Management company, always great! No problems.
John E.
January 2025
Perfect location. Saw whale breach from balcony while enjoying my morning cup of coffee. The dishwasher didnt work but maintenance was quick to respond. Unfortunately it wasnt repairable. Aside from dishwasher aperfect spot. Would stay again. strepairable...but not the end of the world.
Susan G.
January 2025
We booked this property on very short notice for Thanksgiving week. The property manager was very accommodating and allowed us to check in early. The view is gorgeous and right on the water. Condo was extremely
Sharon R.
January 2025
It was perfect; staying on the water made all the difference
Laura G.
January 2025
What a great vacation! Condo was in a great location. Spacious, wonderful view of the ocean, and all plus more than we expected.
Stacie B.
January 2025
Ground level, end unit and closest to the water. Few people ever came into our view. We left the windows and drapes open at night to let in the breezes and sound of the ocean in.The second bedroom faced the interior and was not so lucky.We would return.
Eliott and Dianne R.
December 2024
We were thoroughly impressed with this condo! Perfect for our family! Great location not far from Poipu beach, beautiful sunsets, and it was well stocked too!! We would love to come back and visit!!
Joanna B.
December 2024
Beautiful condo with amazing views. Check in was easy. Convenient location close to everything on the southside of the island. We'll be back to stay at Poipu Makai E1 soon.
Ray S.
December 2024
The unit was comfortable and well equipped. The beds were very comfy.
Laura O.
December 2024
Loved our weeklong stay at this condo with breathtaking views of the ocean from the patio, living room and the master bedroom. The trail right next to the property goes past the lava rocks, and the two beaches nearby (Poipu and Shipwreck) are both walking distance. We would love to come back and stay here again. The property owners/managers were very responsive to queries and requests and a pleasure to deal with.
Bhaskar B.
December 2024
Oceanfront ground floor end unit with A/C. Not many of those available in Poipu. Sandy beaches and restaurants nearby (short walk or drive). Clean and comfortable. All amenities including beach gear. Did not use pool or club pass to comment.
November 2024
I can't even begin to tell you how much my family and I enjoyed our stay at this place. Pretty much from the time we got there to just before we left, if we were there we had the balcony doors open. I loved seeing all the beautiful turtles and listening to the waves come in. We ate breakfast every morning on the balcony and it was such a treat. I loved all their beach goodies for everyone to enjoy. I think we used a lot of them. When we cooked we had everything we needed also. I would recommend this place to everyone. I would absolutely come again and again.
Annamaria S.
October 2024
Great location
Martha K.
October 2024
Overall location fine, a bit more of a walk to town than thought. A/C is two ground units one in each bedroom, the one in the master bedroom failed while there, kept windows and slider open for breeze, the construction next door made the dust hard to keep in check.
Jerry M.
October 2024
A very relaxing vacation with outstanding views.
Bob J.
October 2024
Central Location with beautiful sunsets. The view is definitely the top feature.
Two beaches are within walking distance. Koloa (old town) is only a short drive away that offers shops and eateries. Pool is tiny and parking structure on one floor is a bit narrow. Second and third floors are only accesible by stairs. Kitchen has plenty of dishes and cookware but no seasonings. Keys to condo have to be picked up and dropped off
Delia H.
October 2024
Lovely condo with a close-in view of the ocean. We really loved watching the sea turtles, sea birds, and rainbows each day.
Richard H.
October 2024
This rental property did not disappoint. It is on a cliff overlooking the ocean and we saw multiple turtles every day. The waves crashing into the ocean make a great backdrop. The rental property management company is awesome. They sent us restaurant recommendations as well as activity recommendations. All of the restaurant recommendations were spot on. The beds were comfortable, and the towels were really nice. We really couldn’t asked for anything better.
Kel M.
October 2024
This was our third time staying in Poipu. Overall, this was our favorite location but I would not recommend staying there if you have any orthopedic issues. Only other negative issue was a mistake where we were promised a late checkout which was then rescinded. In spite of these issues, we would stay there again as the positives far outweighed the negatives.
Howard S.
October 2024
Old, but very nice property. We didn’t have any communication with our host, but that was because we didn’t need any. The sunsets from the complex were outstanding. We had to walk to a little area in the complex to see them, but it was over by the pool and easily reached. The condo view is to the east. The sunrise would have been beautiful as well, but the clouds didn’t cooperate with us during our stay.
Jeff V.
October 2024
Absolutely perfect. Condo has everything needed for a great stay. Can't wait wait to come back
paula A.
September 2024
Condo is older, but very well taken care of and so pretty! Every room had a welcoming aloha spirit and basic needs were available to use. We were very respectful of the owner's goods. We washed dishes and washed most towels. Extremely grateful!
Patricia S.
September 2024
Everything was perfect. Mahalo!
Paola S.
September 2024
The property is located in a perfect spot next to the lava cliffs and breaking ocean waves. It is near a walking trail along the coast and a short walk to Poipu Beach.
The condo is comfortable with access to a swimming pool, tennis court and laundry in the unit.
John H.
September 2024
We had such a fantastic stay! It was exactly as expected and described in the listing and so close in proximity to all the things we love to do in Kauai.
The owner was more than accomodating and made sure to always let us know he was available for anything we needed. We also loved that we had beach chairs and toys galore which saved us time and money from renting.
Everything worked great and my family and I had plenty of space. We will definitely be back!
Darcy W.
September 2024
VRBO as advertised. Spectacular view from back deck area and walking distance to Poipu beach.
The Poipu athletic club add on was wonderful for working out and taking granddaughter to the pool with large Sandy kid section.
Would definitely stay again
George R.
September 2024
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:
Quiet property and centrally located with beautiful views; guest bathroom tub & shower is in bad shape and needs remodeling (even though we didn't use it) - that does not stop us from recommending this property as it was a perfect stay for 2 people
A guest from Bainbridge Island, Washington
August 2024
We had an amazing stay. We had problems with the AC in the second bedroom but the property manager was on top of it before we got there. It wasn’t resolved but she quickly responded. We would definitely stay at this property again. It felt like home.
Yvonne J.
August 2024
This house was a great fit for our family. We loved the location.
Kimberlee M.
August 2024
We had a fantastic stay at the Makahuena! Poipu is gorgeous with some of the best beaches. The Makahuena property is a delight. Lovely pool and great spots to watch turtles. The condo was one of the best we have stayed in. Great spaces, perfectly clean, very well stocked kitchen with lots of extra cooking supplies. We loved our stay and would love to come back again someday. Thanks Chad for all of your help along the way.
Matt R.
August 2024
Had an amazing time
Claudia L.
August 2024
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I rented this condo for our family of 5-me + husband, 2 college age kids, and our 15 yo.We needed a place to fit our family comfortably, a decent kitchen for preparing breakfast & lunch, a nice view, and wanted to be able to walk to the beach, and a/c. This hit all our wants except for bedding. Had good communication with the property management team ahead of time, particularly Mele, who was kind & helpful. This is in a small condo complex and we rarely saw other tenants the entire time we were there. Parking was ample and we never had a problem getting a spot. It is a bit tight and the driveway is very steep and we scraped the bottom of our rental car almost every time. Oops! For the most part, we were very pleased with the condo. The very best thing about it is the view. Incredible and relaxing. The "bed" for the 5th person is a joke and I let management know this within our first couple of days. I realized they wouldn't be able do anything to mitigate during our stay but NO ONE who weighs more than 40 pounds could sleep on that thing. It is very old and the "mattress" is very thin and narrow. Our son slept on the couch, which worked out ok, but should not be advertised as having a 5th sleeping spot. Kitchen is well stocked and new-ish, bathrooms older and could use remodeling, king mattress needs to be replaced (again, told mgmt while we were there.) as we had to struggle not to roll to middle. Overall, would rent again for view if bedding were upgraded
Sarah K.
August 2024
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We had an amazing week at this beautiful property. Check in was seamless, parking was easy. It looks like a fairly crowded condo area, but once you get inside the unit you feel like you are far from any other people. I never heard a single neighbor during our stay. The view is the very best part, we spent so much time just watching and listening to the waves crash. So many turtles swimming right outside every day, beautiful sunsets. You can’t see any other condos/balconies from the patio, it just feels like you and the ocean. Easy walk or drive to Poipu beach, went several times.
Kitchen is very well stocked. Comfortable beds and furniture, great to have laundry. Master bath huge with a big soaking tub, good water pressure in the shower. Plenty of towels/linens. We were there during the Olympics and enjoyed watching in the evenings on the giant TV upstairs. Used the boogie boards, beach chairs, etc many times. My 9 year old’s favorite was the athletic club just down the road that you get access to. The pool there is awesome for kids with a waterslide. We spent 2 of our days just relaxing at the club, enjoying food and drinks by the pool, which were tasty and pretty reasonably priced. Not overly crowded. This was perfect for the last day. Checkout at 10, and flight not until evening, so we hung out at athletic club for the day, and used the nice showers there to get cleaned up before heading to airport.
Great vacation, would definitely stay again.
Kelly H.
August 2024
Loved the property and the amazing view. Conveniently located to amenities in the Poipu area. Amazing sunsets.
John K.
August 2024
The condo was fantastic. It was within walking distance of great beaches. We were super thankful for the boogie boards so we didn't have to rent them. Loved having the kitchen especially with Costco 25 minutes away. This was a very nice condo in a great location so I highly recommend!
David G.
August 2024