Kevin F.
October 2024
The property was amazing! Close to the beach, alot of extra amenities. Definitely staying here again.
Jennifer J.
July 2024
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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 loved this property. Immaculate. Beautiful decor. Good AC units when needed. Has everything you need for the beach (boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, wagon, beach towels). Home is short walk to quiet beach which I saw 2 turtles. .6 miles to Tunnels beach which spent an entire day there - GORGEOUS. 10 min to coffee shop and restaurant/bar. 12 min drive to Hanalei town with many cute shops and restaurants and tour activities. Hope to come back soon and stay here.
Scott K.
July 2024
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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:
Really decent on everything. House was clean (unlocked when we arrived though) and all worked well. No set of keys inside as they said there would be. No big deal. Nice setup. Hot tub was gross/warm (not hot) and the breaker kept tripping so couldn’t make it work.
Doug T.
May 2024
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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 happy with our stay, and submitted a review to AirBnB that you should have access to.
Mark B.
May 2024
Nice place, plenty of room, beds comfy, deck space is great, location is perfect.
Bit hard to find at nite when you first arrive, but
once you know where it is, no problems.
Recommend highly!
angela h.
March 2024
We absolutely loved this house- we were originally a little concerned by the treehouse right next door and it was hard to get a sense of how well that would work. It was fantastic- whoever stayed was very quiet and we hardly saw them. All the lanai for the big house are on the other side too. The house was very clean and spacious- the bunk room is actually a separate room which worked great- our kids stayed there. The house is so well stocked- from the kitchen to beach gear to cleaning supplies. The beach is a short walk away- we also walked to tunnels Beach (very close by) and hanalei colony resort for coffee and dinner multiple times. Would absolutely stay again.
Joshua C.
January 2024
Fridge door does not close completely
Washing machine may be on last legs
Should have cable tv for the price per night
Thanks for all the available beach gear
Overall great stay!!
Kawika W.
September 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:
Flawless
James M.
August 2023
Great time in mulifuntional house in paradise lost.
Kathy U.
June 2023
We had a great time and wished we had stayed longer - hope to be back sometime soon!
Misti L.
June 2023
Loved this property and was perfect for our vacation. Walking to the north shore beaches is so nice as it’s the most beautiful beaches.. in my opinion.. to be close to. Just a lovely stay and didn’t want to leave.
john r.
March 2023
The property is wonderful and the design and layout of the space and buildings makes it a great choice for families with different age groups. My wife and I and step-son and his wife stayed in the main home while their two-year-old daughter slept in the bunk house, just steps away via a connected walkway. The two buildings are attached by a large porch area.
So the outdoor dining area adjacent to the kitchen and in front of the bunk house could not have been better. The beach which is a 5 to 10-minute walk away is a nice sandy beach. The house was close to a half dozen beaches and each one seemed better than the one we went to the day before.
The big unfortunate about the area in Haena where the house is located is the local dog. Three nights I was awoken in the middle of the night by a dog which barked for 90 minutes or sometimes more. A bummer. I spoke with the property manager concerning this and they were very communicative concerning our problem, but the humane society is the only group which can act on such disturbances and while I voiced my concerns about this poor dog, I can't say for sure anything was done about it.
It was a great trip, it seemed that the week was much longer and we plan to return to Kauai din the near future.
Thank you Makana!!
Bianca P.
August 2012
My husband and I traveled with our eight year old daughter and loved the house. The location is excellent, walking distance to Tunnles, a great snorkeling spot, and other beautiful swimming beach even closer. The view of the jagged mountain ridges from the bedroom patio, which has a comfy couch, is fantastic, at night you can hear the surf as you drift off to sleep. The house is airy and beautiful, hardwood floors, granite tiled bathroom, great kitchen, fully equipped. The floorplan is spacious and flows freely. We loved that everything we wanted was there, beach toys, laundry detergent, games, even sunscreen if you forgot yours, books and tips of what to do. Our host was gracious and helpful. We hope to stay there someday again. Oh, the bed and pillows were very comfortable.
There is a bigger house right in front of this unit, but it sits lower, we did not mind.
August 2012
We had a great stay at this home. Wonderfully designed, very comfortable, and a beautiful place to relax! It was so nice to sleep with the ocean breezes and sound of rain. The views of the mountain are awesome. The kitchen was well stocked and quite spacious.
I agree with a previous reviewer that because the windows all open, you can definitely hear the people staying in the main house. Definitely made it less private, but did not take away from our stay. Also, it would have been nice to have two sets of snorkeling gear instead of just the one. Otherwise, a perfect stay. Thanks to Jeff and his family!
July 2012
We stayed 9 nights in this lovely cottage, and were blown away by the attention to detail and amenities provided by our host. It is a spacious 1 bedroom with ceiling fans in every room, though the fact that it is built plantation-style off the ground provided for a nice breeze. I think this helped with mosquitos as well. I didn't get a single bite on the property.
The kitchen was well-equipped with cooking and cleaning supplies - even spices and olive oil for us to use. The bathroom is gorgeous and was stocked with nice soaps and conditioner. There were plenty of clean towels and linens provided, along with laundry soap, which is a lifesaver for light packers such as ourselves. The king-sized bed was very comfortable, and we had plenty of closet space to store our belongings. The views from the lanai and windows were amazing. The cottage is behind another larger house on the property, and we could hear the kids playing in and around the other house from our cottage, but we didn't mind that a bit.
Most mornings, we had yogurt with local granola, papayas, and coffee, and did the 10-15 minute beach walk down to Tunnels. The snorkeling is wonderful and I can not stress how great it was to be able to walk there, as there are only 4 parking spots at Tunnels. The snorking gear provided at the cottage was perfect for me, and we rented a second set for my boyfriend in Hanalei. We then returned to the cottage for lunch and a shower, then out for another adventure! We took a catamaran trip of the Napali, kayaked the Wailua River and hiked to Secret Falls, visited Kilauea Lighthouse, toured Limahuli Gardens, and visited many gorgeous north shore beaches. In the evenings, we usually grilled some local seafood, made delicious mai tais with local rum, and watched the sunset from our lanai or from the beach 2 houses away from the cottage. We were close enough to hear the waves at night!
Jeff was a great host and was very responsive to our requests. I couldn't recommend this cottage more. We'll be back for sure!
victoria b.
July 2012
The Tree House is perfectly located on the stunning north shore minutes walk from beautiful Tunnels beach and the Na Pali hiking trails. The lanai off the bedroom has a fantastic view of the nearby Na Pali mountains - a lovely spot for an end of day sundowner. The Tree House is tastefully decorated with a fully stocked large kitchen. This spot is perfect if your want to get away from it all, but also want access (with a car) to the charming shops, restaurants, coffee shops and beach at laid back Hanalei.
Marie D.
July 2012
This place was absolutely beautiful and private. The location was great if you want to go to the beach and snorkel, relax and have great views. We swam with sea turles, saw two monk seals on Tunnels Beach, walked down the beach to explore, get shaved ice and see three other beaches. Then we also hiked the Kalalau trail which is just 2 miles down the rode. The cool breeze felt great at night, and having coffee in the morning or dinner in the evening on the Lanai was priceless. We picked up food from Foodland on the way from the airport and only drove to the other side of the island for one other hike. We went to the Hanalei shopping center for pizza and the small supermarket and that was awesome too. Thanks for one of the best vacations ever!
June 2012
The house is built up on pilings so it feels like staying in a treehouse. A lovely breeze comes in through all the windows. It's spacious and comfortable. The location is great--in a residential area, very quiet and only a 5 minute walk from the beach. The view of "Bali Hai" from the bedroom window is a lovely sight to wake up to. Beach towels, snorkeling equipment, and beach chairs are available. The kitchen is large and well-equipped. Having a washer and dryer in the house is very convenient. Jeff, the owner, couldn't have been more helpful or accommodating. The internet connection worked well. Unfortunately, cell phone coverage is terrible, but that's true of the whole area. I would definitely recommend this property to others and would stay here again if we decide to come back to the Kauai North Shore in the future.
Suzy G.
June 2012
My boyfriend and I vacationed at this sweet treehouse for a little over 2 weeks. Our vacation could not have been better. The beautiful mountain views and tropical breeze was unforgettable! We enjoyed cooking in the spacious and well equipped kitchen and shopping at the local farmers market on Tuesdays. The home was clean and well maintained and the surrounding garden was gorgeous with many trees in bloom. A view from every window. The short walk to the beach was easy and the beach, private and beautiful! We will be back!!
May 2012
My husband and I spent a week in this charming "tree house" home. It is situated on the property with another rental house, but that does not in any way make it less private. The home is designed so you can have all the shutters and shades open with complete privacy. The house overlooks the home below to unbelievable views of the mountain and the beginning of the Napali coast. The home is very well maintained and clean with a very comfortable bed. The kitchen is well-stocked, so cooking is a easy without having to go buy oil, spices etc. The grill is below with a garden view, however we didn't use it but preferred our private deck for meals. The living area is large enough to accommodate a family of four (with 2 younger kids) easily. The sofa is a pull-out bed (something we noted for future visits).
We were looking for a remote authentic island experience and this home was the perfect location. It is a 2 minute walk to an incredible secluded beach. It is a few minutes walk down to Tunnels beach where the snorkeling is amazing (beach chairs, towels/mats and soft coolers are provided for you). We saw turtles and several monk seals. We also walked every morning down to the local coffee shop (5 minutes) and walked home on the beach. At the same location is a nice restaurant, if you don't want to cook or drive to Hanalei (10 minutes). Down the road is the Ke'ee beach and the beginning of the Napali trail. The house is so close you can be the first there, or spend the late afternoon at Ke'ee beach when everyone else has gone home.
So in summary, beautiful private home, very short walk to the beach in the most desirable location on the north shore of Kauai - you can't go wrong.
This location and home were truly amazing - would go back in a minute! Mahalo Jeff!
Pat M.
May 2012
Our stay at the Tree House was terrific. It was lovely inside, bright and airy, and the interior colors and fixtures were perfect. It was so private, you could keep windows and shutters open all the time, rain or shine. There’s a gorgeous view of the ridge from the porch, an easy walk to Tunnel Beach, and a lovely drive to Hanalei. Jeff was friendly and helpful, though there was little we needed. We recommend the Tree House to anyone who wants a great experience of Kauai.
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