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BEACH FRONT ESTATE, STEPS TO KAILUA BEACH, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PROPERTY
Kailua, HI

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
Great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
Family from New England visiting my family who lives in the north shore of Oahu. Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanslaus M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Post
The house is spacious, clean and right next to the beach. The beach is secluded and quiet. The amenities are all you need for a family vacation. I'll recommend this place all day!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The property location was perfect! It is just steps from the beach. It is also very close to Kailua Town with lots of spots to eat and shop. We would definitely recommend it and would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

dale n.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely location, and close to the beach
We stayed a week, was on the road everyday but one seeing the sites of the Island. Great beach time, very close to the ocean. What a lovely location. We will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., New Haven, CT US

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay
This house is beautiful and well maintained. It matched the description well, both as to the house and the location. The house is well supplied with everything needed for fun at the beach or for making dinner. The beds are comfortable, the tables and chairs are too. We loved being there and would be happy to come again. The host, Crystal, was quickly and completely responsive to the very minor issues we brought to her.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunrise
Property was great. No driving to beach, we were there. Enjoyed sunrise every morning except one because of clouds. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Xmas 23
Nice older home. Well stocked. Proximity to beach was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kailua gem
Nice family home, beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting
Comfortable and beautiful home, very clean, easy access to beach, quiet neighborhood, close to stores and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
We totally enjoyed our stay! Great place and great location!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa M.

Great location but refrigerator didn’t work and no credit given
The house is one house off the beach in a residential neighborhood. It was great to be able to walk to the beach every morning and afternoon. We were unaware that the refrigerator was not working so we bought groceries. There was a small college type refrigerator near the regular refrigerator. The next morning we realized that the regular refrigerator was not cold. Our host had sent us a message while we were flying but we didn’t see it, nor did she text me that information. She stated that someone who be in to fix it in a few days. Okay. The contractor came but did not fix it. It was inconvenient to try and keep all of our food in a college like refrigerator. We were told that the refrigerator had been having issues for weeks and the repairman had been out more than once. I have a friend on the island and asked if this was normal. I was told that it was Not normal and they could have easily replaced the refrigerator. When I asked to been credited for the food that we wasted and the fact that we had to eat out much more than planned for, I was told NO. I did like the house, but I am unhappy with the way I was treated regarding the refrigerator issue. The house was fine.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice older house at a place just about on the sand...one house back
Enjoyed this property located a minute walk across to the ocean. Nice quaint little relaxed town. The house could use a deep cleaning, the kitchen counter needs replaced as it's stained (Soaftsoap could fix that) but there's a horrible burn spot under the toaster, and the upper deck needs to be strengthened. It's very unsteady and weak. All in all it's a nice place to stay while on vacation. If you can get past the minor imperfections it's well worth the visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation spot
We could not have had a better stay! We had a toddler with us, and having the flexibility to walk back and forth to the beach whenever we wanted was incredible. The house was exactly what we were looking for - clean, comfortable, so convenient to the beach and to Kailua and beyond. It was well-stocked with everything we needed...plenty of beach towels, beach toys, well-stocked kitchen. And the views!!! We loved sitting around the table on the deck watching the sunrise or the stars. Perfect place to just hang out together. Hopefully we will make it back someday... Mahalo Crystal and family for everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason Y., Highlands Ranch

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is Amazing!!!
Our family is originally from Hawaii and visit as much as possible after moving to the mainland many years ago. Kailua Beach is our favorite beach and this home puts you a few short steps from the incredible beach. The most crowded time on the beach is 5:45am when many are walking the sands as the sun rises. Otherwise, you might have to share a quarter mile strip of sand with about 10 people. Kailua beach runs about 2.5 miles end to end. The popular beach park areas sits 1.5 miles from the sands backing up to this property. We had all ages this trip (10 month old, 10 year old, teenager, and a few adults). Accommodations were great and as described. It's not new or flashy, but classic and beachy. Don't get hung up on the age of the furniture or cabinetry, sit on the deck and enjoy the ocean breeze. The convenience of ocean access is so nice. A/C in all the rooms would be a nice upgrade, but there's enough airflow to keep things comfortable. Our Ohana loved the location and the house worked beautifully for relaxing and multiple trips each day to the beach. Highly recommend and we would love to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of the house is very close to the beautiful beach. The small town of Kailua offers all convenience and charm of living in a quiet, friendly seaside town. The hostess, Crystal, is very considerate and responsive. The property manager is also super helpful and friendly. Some minor issues with the appliances were addressed in a timely manner. We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, well-appointed property. Helen
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadiya S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation
The house is old, but the age only adds charm to it. The only inconvenience we experienced was low water pressure in the shower downstairs. Proximity and easy access to the beach is definitely a plus. We enjoyed our vacation in this house.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring Break
We had a host cancel our reservation from another rental site 3 days before we were leaving for our trip, with no reason given. Needless to say, it created some panic. As it turned out, it was probably a blessing as this place had a last minute cancellation as well. This place was convenient to get to anywhere on the island, yet away from all the congestion around Honolulu/Waikiki. Being 200 ft from the beach was tremendous when having to pack up 7 people for the beach. Outdoor hot shower for washing sand off was great. Air conditioning is only a window unit in master bedroom as the description says, thus the rooms in the basement were extremely warm at all times. A number of fans were available and helped, but was still hot. For our first trip to Hawaii, it was nice having our own place and not having to get lost in the hustle and bustle of a hotel/resort. Overall, we were pleased with the amenities and location to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Week
The house was perfect for a friend/family gathering. We had plenty of room in the house and the yard was huge. The beach out back was quiet and the ocean was perfect amount of waves for all ages. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mindi Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends and fmily
The house worked out great, everyone loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., New Haven, CT US

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying here was like a dream
This Kailua house is beautiful and cared for in a loving and meticulous manner. The yard is beautiful with both ocean and mountain views; the house has antique hardwood features, comfortable beds, and is steps away from a beautiful beacch. Our family enjoyed our stay - there was plenty of room, toys for the kids and a warm outdoor shower. Beautiful all around.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and very spacious house. It is literally steps to the beach!
Owner very responsive to all questions, thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location!
This home is ideally located for those who want a great beach vacation. Just steps away from the beach - the best beach on Oahu I might add, with a relatively short walk to town if you are so inclined. Our family loved this home and we would definitely return.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Reto J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A spot in paradise - with minor improvements due
Excellent location - easy access to beach; room outlay is very practical and homey. Caveats: - no investments in interior for a long time - plumbing is not up to scratch - loose taps, water spillage, first floor bathroom - shower does not work - very limited outside (porch and garden) furniture - table on porch at the limit (rusty) However: truly a paradise lime spot Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christene L.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Generations had a good time!
We enjoyed our stay. I personally enjoyed sitting on the deck taking evening pics with the moon in the palms and the moonlit water. I enjoyed walking to the white sand beach from the property and riding the waves. The house layout was great for us and the warm water outside shower was very nice. We are grateful for our time together.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
35 Pilipu Place
The house & property were wonderful. It was a bit difficult to initially find the house, as you can’t see it from the street. Recommend that after reservation confirmation that directions say that the house is behind the house at 33 Pilipu Place. I was sad to see a house being built just past this house that will almost obstruct the ocean view that was so beautiful. Truly a shame. The price was appropriate for the location and condition of the house. The deck may need to be renovated shortly.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

C. Annette S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
There are cockroaches inside and outside
4 out of 5
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 8, 2022
This review is incredibly frustrating as a property owner. This guest found one dead cockroach inside the house as they were packing to leave. Unfortunately there is a downside to paradise and a few cockroaches outside that can occasionally sneak in is that downside, which is unfortunately completely unavoidable in paradise. We do not have any issue with pests, we have the outside sprayed professionally monthly and rarely see one inside the house.

8/10 Good

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
This home is set up well for a family. 2 bedrooms and large bathroom on the first floor and master upstairs. So close to the beach, it was an easy walk. Everyone I dealt with was so helpful. Wonderful experience for our family of 6 adults and 1 two year old.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A taste of old Hawaii, yours for a vacation
This is a beautiful old home and perfectly laid out for our purposes as a family reconnecting to bring a loved one home. It's a very short walk down a sandy right-of-way to one of the most beautiful beaches on the islands at Kailua beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This was our second time to stay in Kailua . This home ‘s location and ease of access to the beach was as promised . Travelled with Mom , husband and two Friends and the home was great. The kitchen was fully equipped and the long walk into town was just the right amount . Looking forward to coming back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great sunrise view
Property was a historic residence so that is what you get; a little dated but charming feel to it. The only thing I would say about the property is that I had the impression it was on the beach based on the photo, which it isn't. A little deceiving but I don't think you will be disappointed. Just a short walk to the beach. They are currently building a residence so in time, the ocean view will be more obstsructed. House does not have air; only a window unit in the bedroom on the main living area. But that might be most houses in Hawaii, it was just a little uncomfortable sleeping if you are used to air.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie W., Palmyra, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Kailua Historical House
The location, just yards from Kailua Beach and close to attractions in town, is excellent! The house itself is comfortable and has aged very gracefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Beautiful location just behind one other house to the beach. The house between this and the beach is currently under construction, but it wasn't too loud while we were there. The host is very quick to respond and easy to communicate with. The person who cleans the house is very nice as well, we ran into her when we were checking out. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice.
Easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Han Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Apartment and good location.
Good experience staying at this property. Everything meet our expectations. You can find everything you need in kitchen, good decorating, feels like stay at home. 房子在Maui中部，离机场近，周围有ABC store ，面包房，咖啡店，对于短暂停留挺方便。房价稍高。
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Hawaii
We were in town for a memorial and two weddings. Busy family! This old, but updated, estate home gives you the feel of staying in Hawaii back in the plantation days. Tall ceilings, beautiful woodwork and a great view of the water. Sadly, this view will soon be gone as a home is being built between this house and the beach. Still, there is beach access! If you are familiar with Kailua, some “new” residential and commercial development has occurred over the years, but Kailua as a whole hasn’t really changed in over 30+ years. The house itself comfortably accommodated 3 couples with lots of space and wonderful lanais both upstairs and downstairs. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house
This was a super nice old house very close (30 sec. walk) to Kailua Beach. Super easy rental process. Great overall experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Yards away from the ocean and sand beach. Beautiful and limited use, particularly midweek. House was a charming older home with lovely landscaping, outdoor dining, and full kitchen.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once again a moment in Paradise.
Already spoke to Crystal and thanked her and the spirit of Hawaii for a most beautiful stay. Have family here and on big island. We had one of the most memorable times of our life.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Cerritos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation
We spent a week with our family of 8 at this wonderful house with beautiful ocean views, just steps from the beach. House was equipped with everything we needed to make our stay one we’ll not forget.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis L., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
December Stay
Highly recommend home! The owner and house keeper were extremely accommodating to our group. They were able to organize an earlier check in last minute and provide helpful hiking recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blair F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House, Great Location
We had a wonderful time with our group of 4 kids, 3 adults. My parents were also supposed to come, but they didn't make it. It would have been a tight fit with more people. The property is really beautiful and has everything you need for a beach vacation. The beds are also comfy and the kitchen has lots of dishes. The location really is steps from the beach and we also enjoyed the deck and yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
It such a beautiful location! The view is something to wake up to each and every day! Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Value in Kailua
First off, you can't beat this location. This beach is among the most beautiful in Hawaii, if not the U.S. and its location away from the concrete towers looming over Waikiki is a huge plus -- you can enjoy the restaurants and attractions of Honolulu and still have a quiet family beach without the rush of tourists. The home is set on a beautiful property, with well maintained gardens and an easy quick path to the beach. If you're a family that has to carry tons of beach toys and chairs for your day at the beach, you'll love the proximity the beach. It's a super easy walk. The home dates back to the 1920s and the original architectural details are largely intact. The home is showing its age though -- the deck needs replacing and the furniture 's upholstery could use an update, a ceiling fan needed repair, but those were not dealbreakers for our group. However, if you're looking for a luxury home with everything brand new, this is not for you. But for our group -- friends who grew up in Honolulu and some first time visitors to O'ahu -- it was absolutely perfect and a great value for the money paid. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. One important note: during our stay, there was a vacant lot between the home and the oceanfront, giving us a splendid and unexpected view of the ocean. However, while we were there, construction began on the lot. Before booking, I would check with the owners on the status of construction -- I don't think I would want to stay there with a house under construction -- that noise would be a deal breaker.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good experience interspersed with odd idiosyncracies
I reserved this house for my family that was coming to visit Hawaii. I’ve lived on Oahu in Kaneohe (about 5 mins from Kailua) for the past 5 years. I’ve even spent about a year living in Kailua. The overall vacation rental experience was good, but there were just some odd things that gave the experience a strange feeling. First, I’d like to lend a bit of context that isn’t really given anywhere in the rental advertisement. The advertised house is a part of a 3 building property very close to the beach. It IS NOT it’s own stand alone property, but 1 of 3 building associated with the property. The entire property is not directly on the beach. It is 1 building away from the beach on it’s block. This isn’t a big deal, and is extremely common in Kailua. You can walk to the beach from this house in less than a minute. Like most houses in Hawaii, there is no central air conditioning. This is not a big deal, as most houses in Hawaii do not have central air conditioning, and instead rely on window units and split level AC. A few of the complaints against this house in other reviews cite that the house is not well ventilated due to this. If you open all the windows, however, there is enough of a breeze from the ocean to make things feel comfortable. This is generally how it is in Hawaii, and I even leave all my windows and doors opened at my house. There were, however, windows without screens in them. When questioned about additional screen, the owners said there having windows or doors without screens in them is, “a Hawaii thing.” As stated previously, I’ve lived here for about 5 years in 4 different houses, and every single one of them had screens in every single window. Not having screens is not, “a Hawaii thing.” This is multi-million dollar property that is expensive to rent. Go to hardware Hawaii, buy some screens, and stop telling people silly things. Finally, the house is advertised as a “Historical” property. While we were there we talked to the neighbors and the specific building you’re staying in was build in the 1980’s according to them. While some buildings on the property may be historical, and the entire property itself may be historical, the building you’re staying in, is not. That being said, the house is beautifully built and period correct. The house is interesting, wonderfully decorated, and beautifully built. It doesn’t matter if it is historical or not, I would still recommend it. The house COMFORTABLY sleeps 3 couples (6 peo
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sybil C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely, quiet hideaway with short walk to the beach
We loved our stay at this comfortable home on a private rd. with a large upstairs veranda looking out to the beach. Great for taking a blanket at night to see the many stars. We especially appreciated how quiet the location is. Kitchen is well appointed. We also loved the koa wood cabinets and the touches echoing lovely turn of the century Hawaiian touches. Just a perfect place to relax, read, do artwork and Crystal Knish is a perfect host, responding quickly to any questions we had. And in addition was kind enough to suggest local places to eat - We tried 3 and they were terrific. We have many warm memories of our perfect stay at this home in the Kalama tract, Kailua-Oahu.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Philip M.

Historic house needs some update
Can’t beat walking distance to the beach. But I hope they update the furniture (especially the sofa bed & air mattress as it wasn’t fit to be slept in) and downstairs bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Found!
We had such a great week on Oahu! The location in Kailua offered us a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu. The proximity and easy access to Kailua Beach gave us a nice place to come relax after a busy day on the North Shore or a long day hiking. The house was beautiful and had all of the amenities you could ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021