Michael G.
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:
Sunset Hale was the perfect venue for my family's getaway. Steps from Hanalei Bay, plenty of room for the six of us and well appointed. Already looking forward to our next stay.
Shelley L.
July 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
It was a perfect stay in Hanalei with the property having everything we needed and walking to the beach and reatuarants of Hanalei. We were concerned about no AC as my husband is an asthma sufferer but it wasn’t an issue in the slightest. the numerous fans and trade winds made for perfect sleeping conditions. The owners left a little gift basket with recommendations and gift cards to local shops and when using a gift card at Pinks creamery, the person working there saw the gift card and said oh these owners are the best. We had that feeling but it was so nice to know how much they support local business on the beautiful island of kauai. Amazing recommendations. There was actually an island wide power outage the night before we checked out and we were quickly and easily able to find candles and matches. It really is the first time we have stayed anywhere where we felt like everything was thought of and left out for the renters and not stashed away in an owners closet. Wouldn’t hesitate to return. Most beautiful section of Hanalei beach. Loved loved. Thank you!
Jen B.
July 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:
We loved staying at Sunset Hale. It was clean upon arrival, well appointed in all rooms, VERY convenient to the beach and the town of Hanalei, ample storage and nice beach amenities were provided. The rooms were all very comfortable with really nice screened windows and doors. Keyless entry made it easy for our whole family to come and go as we pleased. The kitchen was well equipped. We will be back - mahalo!
Michelle P.
June 2024
Great location, well stocked, responsive management.
June 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 lovely home was the perfect location for our family vacation. Just one house from the beach, it made getting to the beach easy and very doable for just a couple of hours at a time. The home cooled down at night, but may be too warm for some people. We would stay here again.
Kelly R.
June 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:
We love coming to Sunset Hale. The location is amazing! The owners and Kauai Vacation Rentals are so accommodating. We will keep coming back.
Lydia Z.
June 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 house is perfect for our needs. Beautiful, clean, short walk to the beach, 10-15 min walk into Hanalei for shopping & restaurants, close to shuttle for Haena State Park (Ke'e Beach & Kalalau Trail). The property management & owners provided welcome packets with treats, complimentary shopping/lunch bags & coupons for local Hanalei businesses. Property management is extremely responsive to all questions. Highly recommend, especially if you are looking for a relaxing stay primarily in the North Shore area. We will be back!
Tom G.
May 2024
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:
Great house, great location, clean and well maintained. Everyone had a fun time, especially with Hanalei Bay just a few steps away. The only slight negative is that the street is very busy with traffic going to and from the beach all day. Of course, there are also the roosters crowing at all hours, but that's Kauai.
Myra W.
April 2024
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:
Wonderful and comfortable home- charming and elegant. Great location near the beach. Comfortable beds , lots of extras in the kitchen. No ocean view really- the trees and bushes have grown too high for the view. Busy road with surfers morning and evening but no problem. Loved our stay. Love Hanalei.
Morgan M.
April 2024
Our family and all our partners stayed in this home. It was the perfect location for walking to restaurants, surfing, and hiking north Kauai. We definitely would stay here again!
Diane
April 2024
Close to a quiet beach, house is well stocked for daily use
Adam Y.
March 2024
This really is a special property! The proximity to the beach and town can’t be beat, and the house/property did not disappoint. My family and I spent a lot of time cooking our own meals and were really impressed on how well equipped the kitchen was for 6 adults. The house was clean, the owner was responsive when needed, and the amenities were everything we were looking for. The whole experience was so positive, I will seek this property out again for my next trip. Mahalo!
Ric N.
February 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 is the third time we've vacationed at this beautiful rental property. The house is well maintained and fully stocked with cooking equipment and beach gear. When we arrived, we were greeted with a "welcome back" sign and fresh leis.The property management company was extremely responsive when we discovered that the modem was not functioning and needed to be replaced. We were back on line shortly after they came out and replaced the modem.
Sarah W.
December 2023
Rating Details:
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 came to surf and this rental couldn’t be better! Location, location, location!
Dan R.
December 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:
First time staying on the North Shore in the beautiful town of Hanalei. Renting and communicating with the management company for Sunset Hale was super easy. All of the instructions for check-in, Check-out, and everything in between was well provided. The home, which was in immaculate condition, was a mere 50 steps to the beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Holly P.
December 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:
Thank you Kauai Vacation Rentals. You are more than accommodating and prompt with every detail. Every step of the way I would highly recommend this company block you from start to finish your vacation plans.Thanks again !
mary c.
December 2023
Rating Details:
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:
Great location steps to the beach.
kate j.
November 2023
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 highly recommend Hale Sunset. Clean, well-appointed, awesome grill, beautiful views from the deck, and a very cool overall island vibe. This is our second time staying at this lovely island getaway.
Antoinette J.
September 2023
Hanalei Bay is beautiful and it’s so nice to stay right on the beach to be able to enjoy it especially in the late afternoon when it’s less crowded. Fun to walk to and jump off pier. The house is comfortable and spacious with great amenities and lovely landscaping. Spent a lot of time on the great deck, just wish the trees were scaled back for an ocean view which would add to the lovely deck. Foot wash and outdoor shower were really nice and very convenient. We love hot water outdoor showers, a real treat. The rental company was generous and responsive. It can get muggy when there is no breeze, the numerous fans help a lot. Lovely home.
Maria R.
August 2023
Wonderful location, great place to stay for our family.
Mont E.
July 2023
Great location half a block from the beach. Super for quick trips with the 2year old snd 4yr old. Plenty of local services withing walking distance. Grocery was hawaii reasonable on prices. Hanelei bay in Summer had just enough swell for the kids to boogie board. Plave had beach chairs, umbrellas,and boogie board. great jumping off spot for Northshore beaches.
jeremy m.
July 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:
We stayed in this beautiful home for 11 days the end of May. It's steps to the beach and a seven minute walk to the adorable town of Hanalei. The local farmers market is every Saturday and it's even closer to the house. On arrival we were pleasantly surprised with gift cards to local places and an extra cleaning day during our stay. The home was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We had everything we needed for cooking and going to the beach. It is a busy rd next to the house but quiet after sunset and doesn't get busy until 10-11 am. The house is equipped with plenty of fans and with the windows open the lack of air conditioning was not a problem. I even got cold some nights with the windows open from the ocean breeze or if it rained. We can't wait to go back and would highly recommend this home if you vacation in Hanalei Bay.
Jenny K.
April 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:
We had a wonderful 6 days in Hanalei Bay, staying in Sunset Hale. The house was convenient to both the beach and the town. It is only one house from the beach, and we spent time on the beach and in the water multiple times a day. My 11 and 13 year old boys surfed daily with my husband and always had an area to surf where the waves were just the right size for them.The house was well maintained and well equipped. There were spices already there which enhanced our meals, and we had plenty of dishes, toilet paper, soap, etc. We used the washer and dryer which are located in a locked area under the house. They provided fragrance free detergent. We always had everything we needed and more.The owners of this unit seemed especially generous and left us gift certificates for various local places like the ice cream store. We used many of the gift certificates, and enjoyed getting to walk into town for great food. Also, the property management company was excellent in their communication, and also left us treats and a small cooler bag and grocery bag that we also used daily. The house was extremely clean, and everything was in excellent working order. Thank you again!
April 2023
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:
Amazing location!!! We loved being so close to the beach for surfing, beach play and sunset walks! We enjoyed morning jogs and walks into town of Hanalei. We also enjoyed the layout of the house, room for everyone to have space and relax. Would love to stay again!
Lorie J.
April 2023
115 steps from the front door to the grass of Hanalei beach, hard to beat that for the price you pay for this location.
We loved how close we were to restaurants and shops, 1/2 mile walk or drive.
We used the outdoor shower and the foot cleaning faucet on the regular.
We cooked dinner 3 times, we ate out the rest.
If you plan to cook at the house, give yourself plenty of time, heating food and boiling water at sea level is slower than some people are used to. We live at a high elevation but have stayed in rentals on the islands before so we were prepared, the kids, who we made cook twice, we’re not lol.
The beds and pillows were really comfortable, the living room furniture wasn’t but we still sat in there every night, visiting with our two grown kids and their significant others.
I would imagine this rental gets pretty warm in the summer months without AC but it was perfect during our stay in March. Lots of ceiling fans, plug in fans and stand up air conditioners are available in each room.
We had such a lovely time and agree that for our active lifestyle and the beautiful green scenery surrounding Hanalei Bay, our VRBO pick was spot on.
Marianna K.
February 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a well-equipped and comfortable house in a great location. While the living decor needs updating, we had a wonderful time. And we particularly enjoyed the closet of books and games!
Scott W.
January 2023
Our family spent the week before Christmas at Sunset Hale. The location near the beach, proximity to town, everything was perfect. It is a nice beach house with everything you need. We would go back.
Christine C.
November 2022
What a perfect place to stay!!! Right next to the beach and a quick walk to anything you need. The house is equipped with everything you need. We enjoyed fresh fish from the dolphin fish market, ice cream from Pink’s twice and the amazing sunsets almost every day. House is as shown and made for a wonderful trip to Hanalei.
Gary L.
October 2022
Couldn’t be better
Kevin C.
June 2022
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:
Great location. Beautiful house. We would stay here again.
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:
Loved this house and our stay here...We were so comfortable and appreciative of the great beds, screened windows, fans everywhere, outdoor shower, etc. If people are looking for a super tranquil experience it is good to know that the house is on a small road that many people use to get to the beach. It did not bother us as it was worth it to be so close to the beach and in such a great house, but I think some people might prefer to be further from the beach and in more solitude. Personally we'd be back in a heartbeat.
Ed 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:
Easy,fun,relaxing
Aletha T.
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:
Hard to beat the location! The home was lovely... cute, spacious, clean, updated, well-equipped. We felt very at home. The beds were comfortable, the rooms were not cluttered or too bare. We utilized the outside foot washing station and shower after the beach.
Jacqueline A.
May 2022
Rating Details:
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:
House is clean and well maintained-60 steps from Hanalei beach.Perfect place for a beach houseOwner and manager are very attentive and service oriented.Highly recommended for beach activities-the water and sand are the best- check the mountains from the beachEveryone visits this beach at sunset.The Town is a 5 minute walk. We have rented the house for the last 6 years and look forward to visiting next summer
Jeff S.
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:
Perfect location for experiencing Hanalei and the north shore of Kauai. Great house for family to enjoy time together - comfortable, well appointed and you can't beat this location!
Lisa E.
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:
This house has everything you need for an awesome time. The beach is just across the lawn! The house is spacious, comfortable and perfectly set up. The kitchen is big and easily accommodated multiple cooks at once. Great sized living spaces. Beautifully decorated home with great views of the ocean in a very quiet neighborhood. Loved your time staying here!
Jeff S.
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:
What a beautiful location and very comfortable and well appointed home! We had Hanalei Bay almost completely to ourselves every morning. Thank you again and we will be back!
Martin R.
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 spent 2 weeks at Sunset Hale. It is a well designed, well furnished house close to the PineTrees beach park on Hanalei Bay. We have been coming to Hanalei and renting houses for over 20 years. Aside from the time we splurged and rented a beachfront house, this is the nicest we have been in. We would without question rent it again.
Giselle B.
April 2022
Wonderful house in Hanalei. Well-maintained, clean, beautiful garden, well-equipped kitchen. Steps away from the ocean….you can hear the waves. A perfect family vacation spot. Would love to return again. Advertised as ocean views from the lanai but neighbors hedge overgrown so no view. Otherwise a truly lovely family vacation home.
Elizabeth G.
April 2022
We had such a great time at this house. The descriptions and reviews are spot on. It is a very convenient location. The house had everything we needed. Was a perfect place for our family vacation. Very short walk to the beach and close to town.
Tracy S.
January 2022
We had such a wonderful time at Sunset Hale in Hanalei. The management company (Kauai Vacation Rentals) was great to work with during all aspects of our stay. They communicated regularly with us on travel requirements and answered any questions we had about our trip. The home is very clean and has everything you would need for your stay. We greatly appreciated the recommendations for restaurants/shopping in the area and were very thankful for the owners, who left a thoughtful gift since we were staying over the holiday. The house is close to the beach and walking distance from shopping and restaurants. It is on a popular street for beach access/surfers, so there was some traffic, but nothing that wouldn't be expected in any beach town. We spent lots of time on the deck and utilized the grill & kitchen daily. I would highly recommend this home and we will definitely be back!
Courtney R.
December 2021
I had a wonderful stay with my daughters and husband. We we’re steps to the beach. The Lanai has a peek a boo view of the ocean. We walked into town too. It was a very convenient location. The house was perfect! Felt like you were in the middle of the jungle. Clean, and had everything you could need. We loved the outdoor shower too. The Owners welcome gifts were a very nice touch. We used a couple of the gift cards. We would definitely stay there again.
Joshua M.
October 2021
The house was amazing and location next to the beach and just a short walk to shops and restaurants was perfect. I would highly recommend.
Otis & Joan O.
April 2018
We are two couples of seniors, and this was our 6th VRBO rental on Kauai in the past 8 years. It was also one of the nicest homes we have stayed in. Very clean and comfortable, perfectly furnished, and in a perfect location with a one minute walk to the beach and a 5 minute walk to the middle of beautiful Hanalei. We willl be back! Of special note as far as exemplary service, was the wonderful treatment we received from all of the staff of Kauai Vacation Rentals, especially Lucy. She kept it in constant touch with us from our day of arrival during one of the worst rainstorms in local history, the temporary road closure into Hanalei, and until our final settling into our rental. Mahalo!
Cameron M.
June 2017
We loved our stay at Sunset Hale! The pictures do not do it justice. It is a lovely and well-equipped home with various spaces to relax in. It has beach toys, umbrellas, beach chairs, and boogie boards - we rented some SUPs for the week and were set!
We've stayed on North Shore a few times, but never in Hanalei. So spoiling to be one house from the beach and an easy walk to town. We tried driving to one of our old favorite beaches one day and were reminded what a pain it is to pack everyone and everything in a car and back. For a family wanting to play on the beach, this is all you can ask for.
June 2017
We had a very nice day at Sunset Hale. The house is beautiful but also very comfortable. The road that the house sits on leads directly to beach parking so you do have some of the activity that goes along with that, but the master bedroom is at the back of the house so it's still very quiet and private. The house is fully equipped for cooking but as your only walking distance from a multitude of restaurants you can make your decision one way or another as to how you want to eat on vacation. We especially enjoyed breakfast on the lanai with cool breezes and the corner ocean view. We hiked the Laulau which is only a 15-20 minute drive from the house, snorkeled at Tunnels and Anini beach and had fun boogie boarding right there near the house. Wish we would have stayed a little longer!!
Felicity A.
May 2017
This property was perfectly set up for our family of four (two children 4 &6). The location - just steps from the beach and a short walk into Hanalei - could not have been better. The home is well stocked with towels, beach items, washer and dryer, etc. The porch has a corner view of the ocean and the waves can be heard from the master bedroom.
Our one complaint was the heat. The home doesn't seem to have adequate insulation and even with the doors and windows open for cross-ventilation and the numerous fans blasting on high the house was very uncomfortable in the late afternoons.
Regardless, we hope to return as it was a well maintained and cozy property!
Philip P.
April 2017
We stayed at this property from 3/25/17 to 4/1/17 and could not have been happier. The home itself is wonderful, with a nicely sized master suite, a very comfortable second bedroom, and a third bedroom with two twin beds. The kitchen is spacious and has everything you need. The covered deck affords a pleasant view of the ocean and Hanalei Bay...we spent many hours out there and at the nearby beach, which is just a moment's walk away. We would happily stay here again and we thought it was an excellent value considering the location.
As with any home located this close to the beach, there is occasional foot and vehicle traffic late into the night and early each morning. We did not find this too bothersome but it is something to consider with any home in a similar location.
June 2016
We have stayed in multiple houses on Kauai and this is by far my favorite. Very good location and size. Perfect for five people. We enjoyed the luau at the Tahiti Nui…much better the commercialized ones. The Dolphin fish market is excellent. We visited the Farmers Market and cooked fabulous meals here in a fully stocked kitchen. The catered Balinese dinner provided by the owners was awesome!!
April 2016
My husband and I recently held a "family reunion getaway" with my Midwestern sisters and their husbands in Kauai. This home was not only beautiful (with gorgeous landscaping, and extras like an outdoor shower and separate "foot shower" to remove sand), it had a perfect location. We were able to walk everywhere in Hanalei in 15 minutes or so. That meant we could do our own things in the area: some went to the beach; others went kayaking, others went shopping or out for ice cream or coffee. Personally, I loved to sit out on the porch and watch the waves in Hanalei Bay as I read a book. The house easily slept the 6 of us and was very clean. Wi Fi was strong. Also, we received a coupon for a discount Balinese dinner, which I would highly recommend. (Have the dinner early in your stay--there will be plenty of left-overs.) The kitchen itself was quite complete--coffee grinder, good knives. I would definitely love to stay at Sunset Hale again.
April 2016
We have been coming to Kauai for more than 20 years and this is becoming our favorite house. We loved the view of the ocean from the lanai (deck) and the quick access to walking on the beach. We started each morning with a long beach walk. The house is very well stocked and the outdoor shower is so cool! If I had a magic wand I would wish for a super-sized refrigerator because we like to cook and our refrigerator was always full of food we prepared. But we did love the surprise of the catered Balinese dinner the owners provided for us. Wonderful!! And since we stayed art the house for more than 2 weeks, the owners gave us a free massage. What an unexpected special treat!
April 2016
What an amazing house! This was our first time to Kauai and staying in this house has given us an amazing experience that was even better than our dream. We ate breakfast, lunch and dinner outside so we could see the ocean, feel the tradewinds and watch the palm fronds gently blow in the breeze. Within one minute of leaving the house, we were on fabulous Hanalei Bay with several miles of perfectly white sand and warm water. There were four adults in the house and with 3 lovely bedrooms, we all got a great night’s sleep while listing to the sound of the surf. Plus the owners gave us a gift basket that had, among several things, a Kauai chocolate bar and a certificate for a catered dinner that was so special after a long day of sightseeing on the island. This may seem unusual but we loved the shower in the master bathroom; the glass block wall seems so open and spacious. We are already planning our return trip to this bay and this house.
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