David J.
July 2024
We loved our stay in Poipu Palms. The condo had beach chairs, a body board, and an ice chest that made our days perfect on each of the very close beaches. There was plenty of ice (thank you for the extra ice trays in the freezer). The large private deck was wonderful for relaxing. The condo deck and pool were outstanding. We watched the waves and sea turtles each morning and evening. The BBQ had everything to make dinner and enjoy a sunset meal looking out at the horizon line. Clean and super comfortable for everyone in the family. Thank you!
Angela D.
July 2024
I stayed here with my 2 daughters and daughter in law for a girls trip. We had great time. View was beautiful. Very clean. We had everything we needed. They even picked up my grocery order! Thanks so much for a wonderful place to stay.
Todd M.
June 2024
Nice location, walk to both beachs was a little more than half a mile and hills, but doable.
MJ S.
April 2024
Very comfortable condo with all amenities in kitchen, washer and dryer, and beach chairs, towels, and boogie boards. The lanai is comfortable and very large with ocean views. We enjoyed the pool, oceanfront deck and BBQ grill. Quiet except for construction workers onsite who were not respectful, which was our only turnoff.
Ellen P.
March 2024
We had a lovely stay in this comfortable and well equipped condo! The building has only 12 units thus felt private and homey. Spacious lanai, ocean views from indoors and out. Viewing deck for enjoying sunsets, sea turtles and whales.Grounds are nicely maintained.
Maria M.
August 2023
This property is very accurately described and photographed.
This was a very comfortable and nicely designed home with a wonderful ocean breeze. Clean, with fresh towels, washer/ dryer and all the amenities described. It has a spacious patio that we used every morning and every evening drinking our Kauai coffee. You can walk through the beautiful garden a few feet to the BBQ, the deck over looking the ocean (lots of turtles & stingray) and the pool area.
The property is located on the south end of the island close to: Po’ipu Beach, Shipwreck Beach (3-5 minutes), and a few miles from National Botanical Gardens (10 minutes), Kauai Coffee Co(25 minutes), Kauai Plantation and Railrod & Luau (20 minutes).
I’d like to acknowledge the Parrish Management Company, managing the property for the owner. A few units had a plumbing issue on our last day. I called the emergency line, two very nice Parrish maintenance men came out after hours. The company came through for us, because the issue was a little bigger than anticipated. There will always be issues, but how a company comes through for the client is a true testament to taking care of “us the tourist.” Our neighbors had a “different” company and ended very differently (badly) for them.
Thank you MJ and The Parrish for really taking care of us.
August 2023
Enjoyed our stay, especially enjoyed sitting on the deck. Great location! Perfect for our family!
Laila R.
August 2023
The location was incredible and the views spectacular. The condo had everything we needed for our stay which we greatly appreciate. We didn’t have to buy anything but food. The Parrish Company that runs this unit has amazing customer service as well so we will rent from them again; just not this condo. Upon entry we removed our shoes as the sign requested. In 20 minutes the floor turned my new white socks dark brown. I used the swifter wet they provided and two of those came up black just from the master bathroom floor. Had to buy bleach and mop the floors three times and they still weren’t clean. The showers had black and pink slime mold growing on the bottom, around the doors, and on every ledge and corner. Corners and the side of the fridge floor was disgusting too.
This unit doesn’t have air conditioning which most nights wasn’t a problem because there are trade winds but it got hot in the afternoon and was uncomfortable to sleep some nights even with the fans on.
This still didn’t ruin our trip because of the location but this condo is too expensive for what it is and how filthy it was. After speaking to the company, I hope it will be cleaner moving forward.
Brandon H.
June 2023
Aloha, the stay was amazing! Patti and the entire team from the welcoming staff were excellent! Communication was very easy and prompt. The property was beautiful and well located. A perfect small step from everywhere we wanted to be yet still have our own paradise and quiet. I can’t say thank you enough for everyone of the team members it takes to provide, maintain and enjoy this property! Mahalo Brandon
CAROL F.
April 2023
We really enjoyed the view from our porch . . .with the ocean breeze keeping us cool. The kitchen was well stocked... Even had a kettle and a great tea selection for the usually neglected tea drinker. Thanks!
Meghan K.
December 2022
Great location, amazing views, quiet property, excellent kitchen to cook meals and large deck to enjoy.
Prasad R.
November 2022
Great property with ocean view, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. Lot of amenities including boogey boards which was great. Only complaint is that kitchen/living room had cockroaches and there were also ants in the kitchen.
Karen G.
October 2022
This property is in dire need of upkeep. Took photos and videos of condo condition - blinds that don’t work, window screens that are falling off with huge gaps for bugs to get through, dirty area rugs, broken window treatment in living room, dust bunnies, gardeners who left the deck filled with palm tree debris (we swept it up).
Kim M.
October 2022
This was truly our prayers answered. An old school friend and I looked to meet and find some peace from some stressful times and we we couldn't have been happier with the accomodation and the wonderful way we were treated by the host and the Parish.
Our only wish was that we could have stayed forever!
We weren't able to sign the guestbook as between us we couldn't find a pen but I'd be happy to provide an account for the host as it seems only decent :)
Thank you so so much. It may have taken a week to recover from jetlag but this was an experience I simply will never regret.
Thank you.
Kim Macaskill
Leslie B.
September 2022
Well maintained property but the location over the shoreline perfect for surf and turtle watching is the best!! There have been upgrades that don't show up in the vrbo photos. Kauai is my favorite island 🏝. I will be back!
Charlene M.
August 2022
beautiful views and great location! property management was very helpful and attentive.
Timothy S.
August 2022
Nice property, very relaxing
Teresa H.
April 2022
Perfect location being between the two best beaches on the South Shore. Boogie boards, chairs and an umbrella were supplied and they got used nearly every day. Communication was flawless. The views are breathtaking. I watched the sea turtles in the surf from the shared deck overlooking the pool The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. We save a lot of money by not going out to eat. Perfect place to stay!
Judith T.
June 2019
Even nicer than our first stay, last September 2018. There is a new leather couch and 2 new chairs in the living room. Very comfortable. The pool and BBQ were relaxing and easy to use. Spinner dolphins and turtles swam off the deck. Such a fun walk to the beach at least once a day!
Laura r.
April 2019
Great place to stay. Clean, quiet and convenient to the beach and shopping. Everything was comfortable and well taken care of. The pool, while small was great for our grandson. Loved seeing the turtles and whales in the ocean.
Rebecca P.
December 2018
The property and the location of the pool and deck has the best views! Absolutely amazing!! The condo was wonderfully appointed.
The only negative on the condo is it wasn’t very clean—our feet would turn black from walking on the floor. A couple of days later when I mentioned it to Parrish, they became angry and defensive and asked why I hadn’t told this when we first checked in. I replied, “I thought you might be coming back to clean it and I realized they weren’t coming back. I want to be clear this isn’t a reflection of the condo or property—but Parrish the property managers. They charge the highest rate on island as rental property management. I know because I had a property there I was going to rent and I considered Parrish to be the Property managers. I’m really glad I didn’t go that route with them.
Judith T.
October 2018
Just the perfect vacation in an uncrowded month! Walk downhill to Po'ipu Beach and snorkel each morning. Then back by Brenneke's Beach to visit the turtles on the way back. Take in the ocean views while dining on the lanai, and use the well equipped kitchen to prepare meals. Ideal!! Get drinks and small plates at the Honu Bar in front of Marriotts, just past Po'ipu beach right on the beach. Fun and delicious.
Jared C.
August 2018
Absolutely loved our stay at this property. Right on the ocean. The property itself is ~12 units. While we were there we felt like we had the property to ourselves. The unit has updated appliances and is well appointed, the views are amazing and this is a great basecamp for all of the adventures that Kauai affords. From the pool, you can watch turtles feed while the waves crash against the cliff. There are several beaches within walking distance, or a very short drive. There are a few things to be aware of but please note the title of my review, I would certainly book this property again if visiting the island, I just think it is important to be aware when booking. The mattress in the master bedroom is like a wet sponge and in my opinion needs to be replaced. There is no A/C but this appears to be standard with most of the rentals on the island, that being said, if the sea breeze is not blowing, it can tend to get very hot and humid, there are ceiling fans and other fans that can be utilized to help with the situation. The unit is on the first floor right off of the parking lot, but noise was not an issue for us. Make sure you bring an eye mask for sleeping because you will want all the shutters/windows open in the evening to keep the temperature under control as it is well lit in the master bedroom. I did bring an eye mask and this helped immensely. One last point, while enjoying the pool, there were "locals" that crept in. I know this because I spoke to a few of them, and there is no real barrier preventing this. They were not obnoxious, but it is worth noting. Collectively, this was a great unit, great location and good value. Thanks Poipu Palms and The Parrish Collection for a fantastic vacation to this INCREDIBLE island.
Megan S.
August 2018
This condo was perfect for 2 couples. We really enjoyed the space, the location on the island, and the views from the pool deck cannot be beat! Loved watching the sea turtles everyday. Would definitely stay here again.
Eric G.
June 2018
My family of 4 enjoyed 5 nights at Rod's wonderful place. Rod and his management team were wonderful to work with from researching the place to check out.
The lanai was a perfect place to sit and listen to the water, enjoy the palm trees swaying in the wind and look out at the vast Pacific.
The common sitting area and pool were wonderful for sunset viewing as well as turtle viewing.
The condo has everything you would need -- cooler, chairs, boogie boards, towels, stocked kitchen, games, towels, washer/dryer, great soaps etc.
The location is amazing with a short, pleasant walk mostly along the waters edge to either Shipwreck's Beach (solid boogie boarding beach) and Brennecke's (another solid boogie boarding beach) and Poipu (wonderful swimming beach for kids or adults who don't want to wrestle with the waves).
My 17 year old son said that Poipu was his favorite place we've ever been to as a family. While we haven't traveled the world, we've been to some amazing places.
The value for this place is outstanding and it was a wonderful place to rest our head after a fun day in the surf.
Paul T.
June 2018
The location doesn't get much better than this condo for a South shore stay. We stood on the deck every morning and every night watching sea turtles swim along the shore, and on two occassions we saw big schools of dolphins splashing along the coastline - fantastic! It's a 10 minute drive to Living Foods Market where they have an excellent selection for vegans, and from this condo you can walk over to the Grand Hyatt and go along the cliffs beyond the property. Truly exceptional!
The only reason this property did not get 5 stars is because our last two days someone brought a barking dog to the condos, we contacted The Parrish Collection, and the response we received was "Oh well - nothing we can do as the dog is in a property we don't manage." We understand that this is a small issue, however, if they weren't willing to provide a better customer service response than "oh well" - I have little faith in their ability to address a bigger issue.
Tom C.
June 2018
Pictures and Descriptions were as shown on HomeAway. Great Location. Quiet and Clean. Only surprise was the grill which was charcoal instead of gas.
bonnie b.
May 2018
It was so amazing to be right on the Ocean and the pool was a plus but a little cool.
It was very peaceful.
We had everything we needed in the house and it felt very homey.
Great Beaches nearby and lots of walking trails
The weather couldn't be helped (we were there the weekend of the rain, wind and land slides up North but we still got sun enough for pool and beach time, bike rides and walks
We would visit again!!
Bonnie and Jim
Colleen G.
April 2012
My family (2 adults, 1 child) stayed in Poipu Palms 101. The condo was excellent! We arrived in the dark of night and when we awoke the next morning my husband sat up in bed and saw the ocean. It made his trip! The condo was fully stocked with everything we needed, ie boogie boards, a cooler, etc. It was clean and very comfortable. We loved relaxing after dinner on the balcolny in the great outdoor sitting areas. Every morning after our runs we would go down to the deck on the ocean where we would finish our exercises and were enamoured with the ocean views. We would see whales and even a pod of dolphins. The owner had a map with directions and keys waiting for us. He was excellent to deal with. We hopefully will be able to return soon. We highly recommend this condo! Winnipeg, Canada
Val H.
December 2011
This was the most perfect vacation. The apartment sits on the ocean, it is beautifully appointed with everything you could wish for. The help we received before our trip was fantastic and the journey from England was definitely worth it. If you are thinking of visiting Kauai then this is the pace to stay.We were there 17-24 December 2011 and did not want to leave. Val & Mike. Derbyshire England.
Angie S.
December 2011
We had a great vacation. The owner was very helpful and prompt to answering any questions we had. What you see is what you get. The view was fantastic, the lanai was large and the condo was clean and comfortable. We had friends that stayed in another unit at this condo and we had by far, a much nicer place. It is about a 5 minute walk to Brennecke and Poipu beaches. We saw so many turtles from the deck that we were amazed. Our 2 teenager had a great time, too. Would definitely go there again!!
September 2011
From the moment we walked in, we noticed how well appointed it was and how much care was put into every aspect of making it a great place to stay. Really comfortable beach chairs, books, DVDs, a great cooler, boogie boards, amazing views from the back deck - it was great. The space was well used and the furniture was comfortable; beds, bedding, towels and products provided (soap, shampoo, etc.) was all well thought out and made it feel like home. Parking was easy and right by the door. It's a quick 5 minute walk to the market/restaurant/deli, amazing beach, trails, and anything you could need. My only (very minor) criticism of the property is the pool is smaller than I thought and there's no hot tub...but, you cannot beat the view from the pool.
The setup and layout makes sleeping such an amazing experience...the ocean breezes flow through the patio and right into the master bedroom. The ceiling fans keep it comfortable at all times.
The owners were extremely helpful, communicative, and welcoming. We loved it! You will, too.
Bobbie b.
August 2011
We just returned from this property and have to say the photos accurately depict the unit, it was clean, comfortable, perfectly located, quiet and welcoming! Owner is super organized in arranging details for stay. Unit is well equipped with boogie boards (had a blast getting aquainted with this activity!), a beach cooler, beach chairs and towels, books, puzzles, games, stereo system/big selection of CD's, etc. Local management was excellent in helping us reserve some activities (luau, sailing up the Napali Coast, snorkeling, kayaking, zip line excursion, etc.) for the week. We really wanted for nothing :) Even the front door was close to where we parked so we didn't have far to haul luggage, groceries, and stuff (yet no noise from the parking lot!) We will be looking at another trip to Kauai in our future and this will be our first option for accomodations!!! Thanks Rod!!
June 2011
We celebrated our son's college graduation and birthday with a stay at this property. The property was outstanding. Great location, great view, well kept, well furnished. Outstanding view from the lanai and the pool/deck overlooking the ocean. The owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome - including a goodie package before we even left for Hawaii. Kauai is great - boated to the Napali Coast - saw it from 5000 feet above from an overlook on the Waimea Canyon drive, kayaked and hiked the Wailua River, did the Smith Family Luaua, had an outstanding meal at Tidepools, and of course, enjoyed all of the chickens. Don't forget to leave a day at the end of the stay to just relax at Poipu Beach and at the pool before the long flight back. We'll recommend this place to all of our family and friends.
February 2011
Four of us stayed at this condo in late January, 2011 and were very pleased. The property was exactly as advertised, and the local managment company was very helpful. The views are amazing, the cliffside barbeque was used nightly and the pool was a refreshing way to cool off at the end of the day. The breaching whales put on a great show for us, too!
July 2010
The listing and photos were very accurate. The property was extremely clean and very nicely appointed. The large terrace was a perfect place to be to view the ocean. The owner is extremely helpful in answering any questions, recommending restaurants, etc. His key package at the car rental of your choice helps you locate the condo easily. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone! I would recommend a trip to Waimea, the Wednesday night live theatre in Lihue, Banana Patch Studio in Hanapepe, Joe's On The Green, the Kalaheo Coffee Company, etc., etc.--it's all good. This property is also very close to the beach. Going back January 2011!
July 2010
My husband and I loved this place! Great location! The condo is wonderful- it has a very relaxing feel...very clean, comfortable beds, nice bathrooms,kitchen...the whole place is awesome! The view is the best ever...with an amazing lanai to take in the sunset or just relax. Turtles play in the surf below the common deck. We sometimes would take our drinks and snacks out to the tables and chairs out on this deck by the pool and watch the waves crash into the rocks...it's magnificant:) Other times we just chilled on the private deck and watched for whales while taking in the sunset. It is a short, nice walk to the beach and there are several nice little resturants in the neighborhood that are within walking distance as well. Poipu is a great spot to be...and there is also a farmers market just down the road where you can get fresh fruits & veggies...you will love it here! The entire experience of renting this condo was great!
April 2010
After our wedding in Maui it was wonderful to arrive at quiet Poipu Palms, and the owners had gone above and beyond by preparing a wedding present for us upon arrival! The condo was very comfortable with all the amenities and kitchen supplies we needed. We greatly enjoyed the communal deck area with lots of space, lots of seating and a private pool. We spent a lot of time out there enjoying the wonderful view and taking photos of turtles swimming in the ocean below. Thankyou for making our stay at Poipu Palms #101 a very memorable and restful one, we hope to return one day soon!
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