Hale Makai, Beach Front Home, Steps to Beach, TVNC# 5065

Perfect from start to finish, communication with Garden Island properties prior to and during stay was great, property, very clean, completely equiped, location directly on beach and feels very private.

Hale Makai was the PERFECT home away from home for our family of 4. We had never been to Kauai and wanted to stay somewhere that had easy access to both the North and South beach areas. This home was the perfect solution. We also loved how secluded it felt while being close to great activities. We would certainly book it again!

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Amazing location. Great house. Clean.

The only complaint is that the beds in the non-master bedrooms were extremely uncomfortable and the couches were also very uncomfortable.

We couldn’t have picked a better place to stay. Quiet neighborhood away from tourist resorts. We walked out the back door through the yard to the beach every morning to watch the sun rise.

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This property was perfectly situated and offered the most perfect location to relax and enjoy what Kauai has to offer : sun, tranquility and aloha. The beaches were divine and the house felt like a home. Don’t forget to go zip lining and fly - Koloa Zipline rock !!!

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We really appreciated the extra amenities like the extra plates and very nice Tommy Bahama beach chairs. The only negative thing I would mention is the uncomfortable living room-kitchen area. There really needs to be some kind of a/c unit for this area as well as a blind for the window in front of the dining room table as the morning/afternoon sun lets in a lot of heat.

everything was perfect. the only disappointment was the dilapidated outdoor grill. will be back

The rental property was perfect. Each bedroom was exactly what we needed to rest up from days activities. The house came with every possible thing you would need. It is very well stocked including the beach chairs. Every morning we watched the sunrise on the perfect beach. We even seen a seal swim by. We snorkeled straight out from the house it was perfect with tons of fish on the reef. I walked the entire beach which was about 1 mile each way. We basically had a private beach in front of the house. The island was amazing. We hiked and stopped at every lookout in Waimea Canyon, hiked Hanea state park. We survived Hanakap’ia falls hike which took us just short of 8 hours. We saw the sea turtles in Poipu beach. We drove to lookouts for waterfalls. We kayaked and hiked to secret falls. We visited Hanalei which is a quaint town and great beach. From the property we were located to explore the entire Island. We downloaded the Shaka app which led us on tours of the island and told us where to explore. The thing about this house is you could have easily just relaxed in the yard or beach or porch. For us we wanted to explore the island. I would absolutely book this property again. Thank you for the memories that will last forever.

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My family had a wonderful stay in this property. Well equipped and ideal location.

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We loved the location of this island home and the direct beach access. Daily sunrise walks on the beach were our favorite part of this location. It is in a lovely neighborhood and a popular Juice Hale is just a mile away that makes for a most convenient breakfast or lunch stop.
The biggest downside of the property is that there is no air conditioning in the kitchen/dining/living room area. Nor is there a screen door on the front door so even with the ceiling fans running and the lanai door open to its screens, on days when there is little or no sea breeze the main section of the house becomes unbearably hot like an oven. Luckily we only had one day of that kind of heat without a breeze and we spent all our time either out of the house or in the air conditioned bedroom.
It's worth noting that the lanai photo in the property listing is of furniture (with red upholstery)that has been replaced. They really should update that photo.
One other note for those who plan on staying there. If you arrive at night, look for the house on the right with a fenced in wooden wall. The rental house is right after that fencing near the end of that section of road. The house number is difficult to see at night.

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We stayed at Hale Makai for a family vacation - my husband and I, my mother, and our 3 kids ages 1, 3, and 5. This house was perfect for us! They had a pack n play with a mattress available for us, as well as a high chair. There is plenty of grass for young kids to run around in when they tire of the beach or need a change of scenery. And the beach! Oh my goodness - it was perfect! Hauling gear to a beach even just across a road with three little ones is too much for me. The beach here is just past the backyard. The trees/bushes that separate the yard from the beach provide a natural canopy for young babies too afraid to play in the water and an adult to supervise them. The beach waters are calm enough that a 5 year old enjoyed using her snorkel goggles to look at the schools of fish that would swim by us, and my husband enjoyed a swim not too far from shore. Do be careful though because the tide is strong in the late afternoon. Twice we saw sea a sea turtle sunning itself on the beach, and watched it go back into the water - a real treat for city folks! The beach is basically a private beach - exactly what I wanted especially during COVID times. We saw maybe a couple of people each day, and just passing by. Back to the house...it was a perfect fit for us. The air conditioning in the bedrooms is very nice to have and helped us to sleep very comfortably. If you are traveling with a baby I would recommend bringing along a blackout tent for cribs like the SlumberPod to make sure they can fall asleep as the rooms don’t get that dark when the sun is still out. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook our basic meals; spices, sugar, oil, pots, pans, blender, coffee maker, keurig and tea kettle. The furniture is all comfortable and clean. We can’t wait to head back to Hale Makai!

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My teenage kids and I traveled to Kauai for my 50th birthday. The location of the house was ideal. We loved being steps from the beach and the central location made it easy to venture out and see the rest of the island. The house was very well appointed with just about everything we could need. And Garden Island Properties were a dream to work with. Every question we had prior to arriving was answered promptly.
We would definitely consider renting this house again!

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We will be back. This spot really suits us. We enjoy the convenient access to the beach for walking. Very impressed with management company's communication. We had small issue with TV and had a response in hours. A very friendly guy showed up to provide the fix. We will not recommend this house however as we don't want competition for the next time we want to rent :)

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Hands down would come back and rent again. I researched tons and very picky where I stay, this was amazing! The location was perfect! The chickens were adorable, the beach was incredible, we were literally the only ones out there all day, you'll see a few people but basically a private beach. The house was equipped, beds were comfy. Will definitely be back.

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Wonderful, clean home in an ideal location on Kauai. Private beach, morning visits from sea turtles and seals. Quiet neighborhood.

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Outstanding.. the property is located in a beautiful part of the Island.The beach is fantastic and the water is great.We can't wait to go back.

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The only suggestion is to cut back the plants at the driveway instance it's hard to see traffic coming from either side when pulling out.

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This place was perfectly located to enjoy all parts of the island! Very nice. The kids had so much fun playing on the beach right in the back yard!

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Very clean. Great location. Loved being able to walk out the back door and watch the sunrise from the beach each morning.

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The house was in a great location and stocked with everything we could want. Very clean place and well-maintained. Owner had good communication throughout. Only negative is lack of AC in the main areas, only the bedrooms.

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The beachfront home was an excellent place to stay for our sibling vacation. It was very relaxing and steps from the beach. I would recommend this home to anyone wanting a nice place to stay. Very clean and everything you would need to stay. The only thing I noticed was the shades in the master bedroom needs to be replaced.

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Fantastic!

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Fantastic we have stayed at Hale Makai 3 times so far, every trip has been perfect with Hale Makai being the perfect Beach house steps from the sand

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Everything about this house was accurate and when we got there- really it turned out better than pictured. The beach is wonderful for swimming and snorkeling and just sitting and watching the whales breach. We had a monk seal down the beach, lots of fun in the river down the beach a bit, and very private and quiet. The beach chairs, cooler, toys and boogie boards were very helpful and were perfect! The kitchen had all we needed and more! We never used the AC- the breezes and fans were all we needed- it was perfect. Everything was well maintained and up to date and worked. We booked next year already.

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This home was perfect. We had everything we could possibly need. The location was right in between everything so we never had far to drive. Tons of trails right near by to hike. The kids had fun playing on the beach and I really didn’t have to worry about the waves sweeping up on the beach because of the reef. The beach had barely anyone on it and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. We would love to go back!

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This home was perfect. We had everything we could possibly need. The location was right in between everything so we never had far to drive. Tons of trails right near by to hike. The kids had fun playing on the beach and I really didn’t have to worry about the waves sweeping up on the beach because of the reef. The beach had barely anyone on it and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. We would love to go back!

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This is a very spacious house on a big property. Very private, perfect especially for families with kids, who will love to play in the garden and on the beach, which is really only steps from the house. We found the house clean, well maintained, and very well equipped with everything visitors could want or need. Very quiet neighborhood.
The house is very comfortable and tricked out with all kinds of fun electronics. The decor is perhaps a bit tired.
Kanani and Sue of Garden Island Properties were wonderful to work with from the very beginning of the booking process. They replied very quickly and patiently to every email. When I complained that some of the pots and pans were a bit scratched they delivered a brand-new set of new cookware the next day. We were all impressed!

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This is a fabulous beach house. It is right on a beautiful beach and is quite private. The house is very well stocked with kitchen items as well as beach toys and everything you need for Hawaii adventures. We were fortunate enough to have perfect weather in January, it only rained a bit a night. My group of 5 women were very comfortable and happy and will stay at this rental again.

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Hale Makai is a nice neat cottage right by the ocean. It is comfortable for up to 6 people. It's off the beaten path on a dead end road. It's great if you want privacy and your own beach. If you want to be in the middle of things it might not be for you. We really enjoyed our stay.

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This was a wonderful beach house, fully equipped with everything you could need. Situated on a lovely beach, with a nice back yard and comfortable lanai. We were so happy to return to this haven after each busy day. The location was ideal for traveling both north and south. An easy 10 minutes to Kapaa. We loved the vintage ukuleles and other decorative touches. There were boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrellas. The only suggestions would be to replace the sheets, they were a little worn, and the grill? Not much of one.

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Arriving late at night we had the wonderful surprise of awakening to be right on the sands of a beautiful bay. With only one house between ours and the end of the street, the beach is nearly enough, practically private. Perfect!
The house was spotlessly clean with a well-stocked kitchen, and abundant bath and beach towels. Also ceiling fans in every room, lounge chairs, and some good books... We loved this house and hope to return someday. Thank you for the hospitality!

Our only suggestion is to give clearer instructions to locate the house after dark, for anyone arriving from the mainland on a p.m. flight. From the street, one can't see the address signs, and there's no obvious indication which house is the correct house. Once we realized that there was only one house after 'ours,' we had an easier time.

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Thank you for sharing your home.

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Thank you for sharing your home.

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Hale Makai was perfect for our group of 4. The home was clean and inviting with the beach only steps away. The home contained everything we needed. We had a problem with the TV but the management helped us and had it working right away. We enjoyed our stay at Hale Makai very much and would stay there again.

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In addition to it's private ocean front location, Hale Makai is beautifully decorated and features all the comforts of home. Being able to spend time in this lovely home made our stay relaxing and infused us all with the aloha spirit. Thank you for sharing your beautiful island home.

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Great location right on the beach, we only had maybe six people walk by the whole week. The rental is stocked to the gills with all the little things; flashlights,matches, sewing kit, iron, pots and pans etc. very clean and well organized. I hesitate to write up any more because I don’t want you competing with me when I rent it again.....and I definetly will.

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I gave my grown sons and daughter in laws a trip to Kauai for Christmas. We had a wonderful time!! The house was perfect! Beachfront property with AC for sleeping. I raised the bar for sure. So many great restaurants close and cute shops. We enjoyed and would recommend this house to anyone that loves an ocean vacation.

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so relaxing, culturally enlightening and great fun

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We had the best time at this beach house. Beautiful beach in Kauai. My family loved this place and would stay here again.

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My family and I spent a lovely week at this rental property. The location was in a prefect quiet spot right on a beautiful wind swept beach with just a few neighbors. The house itself had everything you could need including a lot of beach equipment (chairs, snorkels sand toys) full kitchen and great air conditioning in the bedrooms.

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we had a really nice time. the house is great, has everything you can think of. was a little afraid since only the bedrooms are air conditioned, but the breeze really makes it comfy. it's a little out of the way, but that's part of the beauty.

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We enjoyed our stay at Hale Makai. The cottage is very comfortable and well stocked with kitchen ware, beach toys, chairs and towels. The WiFi was speedy. The setting is beautiful and peaceful. We didnt stay during hot weather but if needed there are ac units in the bedrooms.

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stayed at this location for a family adult vacation. Perfect setting with beach near-by but easy to get to other attractions. It was a little warm in the living areas (stayed in Feb) in the evening, even with the windows open.... but the Air Conditioning in each bedroom made sleeping great. The porch / lanai was wonderful. Would stay here again, if ever in the area.

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We love this house and it’s fabulous location on Anahola Bay. The house is wonderful—well-equipped, impeccably clean, and all around comfortable. We’re already planning to come back again next year. This quiet beautiful bay is our favorite Kauai spot.

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First, I want to thank the Strickland family for helping to make our vacation so memorable. We had some issues with the wifi and grill and they were so quick to remedy both. The house itself is incredible. It was very comfortable for myself, parents and brother, was so well supplied with amenities throughout the house and also anything you could think of needing for the beach (chairs, shoes, boogie boards, etc). It is also perfectly situated to explore all parts of the island and is in a quiet neighborhood where you can relax after a fun-filled day exploring. If we ever make it back to Kauai we would love to stay here again.

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Family reunion holiday (UK and New Zealand)
The choice of island, location and property could not have been more
perfect.
The house is very well equipped from the kitchen to supplying picnic
Equipment and snorkels etc.
The garden with a beach almost in the back garden was amazing.
One evening we saw a Hawaiian Monk Seal and a Turtle
playing on the beach beside the house.
The town of Kapaa is the nearest town and is quite low key
and unspoilt. There are a few bars, restaurants and shops.
We recommend Hemingway's Cafe and the Ocean View Bar.
The island is very green and beautiful. There is also plenty
of activities. We kayaked and hiked, zip lined and took
a helicopter ride with Island Helicopters.
Perfect for surfing and the sea is beautifully warm
Also worth taking a day visit to Pearl Harbour on the
neighbouring island of Oahu. Lots of flights with
Hawaiian Airways (20 mins).
We had the best family holiday and have lots of
lovely memories.
We would thoroughly recommend this fantastic house.
Would love to come back one day.
ALOHA The Warrens

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We had an amazing stay at Hale Makai-perfect for our group of 4 adults, 2 kids. The lanai was our favorite spot, after exploring the island during the day, perfect place to relax. The house was well equipped and very clean. We swam right off the beach and walked the beach often. We did drive to a different beach just a couple miles away to boogie board as we wanted more waves for that. Nice location for exploring the island, wasn't a long distance from anywhere we wanted to go.

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The location of this vacation home was fantastic! We loved being right on the ocean and in a private area. We were able to spend our days exploring the amazing island and then returned to relax each evening. We had everything we needed and that view was just outstanding! Thank goodness we had a/c in the bedrooms as it did get hot in the house! Our only complaint was that the living room furniture was not very comfortable but we didn't sit there much rather we enjoyed the great deck! We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed every minute!

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This home was the perfect retreat for a corporate couple looking for some peace and quiet. Quiet but lovely beach was footsteps away from the porch! The beach wasn't crowded at all (even on a holiday week) and we loved not having to go anywhere or wait on anyone to pick up the key. The house is well kept and has some nice extras. A great place to vacation!

Hale Makai was a perfect spot for our family.

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This was an excellent place to stay while in Kauai. The house had everything you needed, great porch, a beautiful yard and almost s private beach :) spectacular place

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Hale Makai was exactly as pictured and described. Anahola Beach is beautiful and most mornings we were the only ones there. The location on the east side, makes it well placed for going south or north to the other sights on the island and was a quiet haven to return to at the end of a busy day. It has pretty much everything you could need including a high chair and pack and go bed for small children and lots of beach equipment including umbrellas, boogie boards, fins, water shoes and beach chairs, This was a beautiful place and one that we will definitely visit again.

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We Love Kauai & Anahola Bay & this is the best house to stay in, and we have stayed twice. Lori, the owner is all about Guest comfort & the Friendly Property managers are all about that also!
Thanks Again, guys, we will be back again!

Mahalo!

Nick & Maria

We had a wonderful two weeks on Kauai. Hale Makai was a perfect location for visiting all parts of the island. The house was well equipped and met all our needs. The location is quiet and very relaxing. We will certainly recommend to our friends.

This was our second stay at Hale Makai. The house is fantastic and the beach really is a 20 second walk through the back yard. It was great making coffee and walking out to watch the ocean. Garden Island Properties was a joy to work with!

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This was our second d stay at Hale Makai, and there is something quite special about this place. Perhaps it's that the house is immaculate. Perhaps it's that it's classy without being fancy. Maybe it's the well-equipped kitchen. Or maybe it's the Sonos music system(!!) and the Apple TV. Could it be the lovely lanai where the sound of the ocean waves is soothing and just steps away? It might be the lovely bay to walk along each morning and evening. Perhaps it's the solitude of this peaceful location. For all these reasons and more we just love this house and this spot! Already we're planning next year's visit. Can't wait!

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We enjoyed Hale Makai and its amenities. It was clean and well appointed. I would recommend this location to others and will likely return if possible. Directions were clear and easy to find when arriving during the daytime. I made a mid-week call to report a broken shade in a bedroom, but did not receive a return call, nor was the shade repaired during our stay. It was a small problem and did not detract from the over all experience.

Everything you could want or need in a home away

We stayed at Hale Makai for 4 days at the beggining of September 2016. The home is easy to find, well decorated and the kitchen is fully stocked with appliances/dishes/bakeware/cookware. The view and beach out back are AMAZING. Find out about the high tide for best times to lay out. There is also a large supply of ocean/beach supplies provided including 2 umbrellas, masks, snorkels, boogie boards etc. The A/C is only in the bedrooms and they do struggle to cool the entire house depending on the heat outside. The outside shower is very handy but would be even better if it was closed off to allow a full shower to cut down on the amount of sand that gets EVERYWHERE ?? A clothes line to dry towels and swim suits would also be handy. As would a screen door for the front door.

Great location, very nice home with great access to beach.
We would definitely stay again. watch out for the jelly fish...husband got stung twice. A little vinger and time, you're ready for the water again.

Perfect location (it really is) and one of the best stocked vacation homes I've ever been in, especially kitchen and beach equipment. Would book here again in a heartbeat.

Excellent experience all around: fabulous location, lovely house...our experience could not have been better. Recommend absolutely!

We stayed at hale makai for over a week. The pics do not do the property justice. It is literally right on the beach. Very secluded and private neighborhood. We got to meet roxy the lab-so sweet! Everything was great.

Hale Makai was everything described and more. The house was spotless and had everything our family could have needed. The lanai was perfect for breakfast and evening meals. It was very private and the only noise we ever heard was the crashing of the waves. The ocean is literally steps from the house and the beach is very private. The only drawback is that Anahola is not much of a community, so you will need to drive to everything other than the beach, but the privacy and serenity were worth it. Anatolia is a perfect spot for exploring the whole island, as it is about halfway between Hanalei to the North and Poipu to the South.

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This is a beautiful home just steps from the was a perfect size for 2 adults and 3 kids with all the comforts of home. Great location to explore the whole island. We needed the AC in the bedrooms on several nights which was greatly appreciated. HIGHLY recommend!!!!

We so enjoyed the beautiful setting of the house, just steps to the beach. We enjoyed hiking the beach and could walk about a mile south and 1/4 north in bare feet. The sand is not firm or level so it is not an easy stroll but a beautiful hike.
We we could see whale spouts from the couch. We were treated to a Monk Seal sleeping on Anaholo Beach just south of the house. We snorkeled directly in front of the house once, but found conditions for snorkeling on the southside of Kauai much better,then enjoyed coming back to Hale Makai.

The house lacked for nothing to help us enjoy our time. Plenty of room for our five adults in the three bedrooms.

We love this house. The kitchen has a brita, spices, Kerrigan, coffee maker, and all the pots and pans you could want in your kitchen. The beach is great and not many people on this beach near the house. We didn't use the air conditioning in the master as the night were perfect with the windows open. Rocky the beautiful lab from next dog was a welcome treat. She is a gentle dog that loved pets and treats. The only complaint was the grill was a challenge.

This house is so well-equipped. Everything is tastefully done and in great working order. We absolutely loved our week there. Just a gorgeous location for beach walks and visits to Anahola Beach Park. And it's easy to get to the North Shore or the South Shore from this easterly location. Very quiet and untouristy. Minimal ambient light makes for great stargazing. Just a great spot and house!

Stayed with our 3 young kids, grandparents, and sister. Beautiful ocean wave scene to gaze on. Little kid friendly beach areas walking distance away. Can hear ocean from all rooms. Wonderful porch. Quiet street. Sticking distance to Kapaa one way and north shore attractions the other. Highly recommend.