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Reviews of 300 Steps Door to Poipu Beach - Spacious Ground Floor "A/C" Manualoha 601


Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Clean, well appointed condo and well maintained condo. Comfortable bed, quality appliances. Perfect location!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 15, 2024
Aloha Susanne, Thank you for your review. We value our guests input and strive giving our guests a comfortable environment so they can thoroughly enjoy their stay at our island home. It would be a pleasure hosting you in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Fred V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This place didn't disappoint. No one above or below you, was nice and quiet. The lanai was great and you couldnt really see the neighbors so it was private. The shower and bathroom were roomy and had decent hot water and pressure. Walking distance to the beach and a few restaurants with bars. Chris was great to work with and replied to questions quickly. We will definitely rent this place again when visiting Kaua'i!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2024
Aloha Fred, Thank you for taking the time to post a review of our vacation home and your stay. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the accommodations. We try hard so everything meets or exceeds our guest’s expectations. It would be a pleasure to host you on a future trip to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally turtle!
What a fantastic place! It had everything we needed and more! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write the review. It is greatly appreciated. We would be please is you decided to visit us again on a future trip to Kauai.

8/10 Good

Divina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Nice & convenient walking distance to the nice beaches, restaurants & town. Property is perfect for a couple, single level with no one above or below you, end unit with great outdoor lounges, dining & peaceful, private location. Furnished for everything you need, great management Company located closeby, easy access & very professional.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 15, 2024
Aloha Divina - Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. It is greatly appreciated. We would be pleased if you were to decide to return to Kauai and stay with us in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V., Highlands Ranch

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little get away
This was the perfect place for my husband and I to stay for our first trip to Kaua’i.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 6, 2023
Mahalo for taking the time to write a review. We do appreciate your input and your time for writing the review. We would be glad to host you on a future visit to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Responsive Host
Chris was easy to contact and responsive. Addressed our questions and issue (broken fin strap) promptly.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 6, 2023
Aloha & Thank you for your review. It is much appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Enjoyable
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2023
Mahalo for the rating, Frank. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We would be happy to host you on a future visit to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what I needed
Aloha. After a very long day of travel, opening the front door was welcoming. Everything was as mentioned in the description. This unit has it all! Fully equipped kitchen, very comfortable bed and spacious closet. We needed to utilize the sofa bed and it was equally comfortable. Well stocked "toy" closet with beach items, game, puzzles and books. The lanei is pretty private for catching some sunshine.The grounds are beautiful and the view from the pool was incredible. Overall incredible stay. Mahalo.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is much appreciated. We would be pleased to host you on any future trips to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Desiree B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
This unit provides all the amenities one needs to enjoy the beautiful sites Kauai has to offer. The location, the interior/exterior amenities, and the well-maintained grounds offers the comfort and peace one desires while on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2023
Aloha & Thank you for taking the time to post a review. It is greatly appreciated & would be pleased to host you on a return trip to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place we've ever stayed at!!!
The place is beautiful and very private! Chris was so quick in responding to our questions and ensuring we felt comfortable in our stay. He's literally thought of every detail so his guests can get the most of our their stay here in Poipu. The location couldn't be more perfect with quick and easy access to many beaches, stores and restaurants. Not to mention, you're so close to breathtaking sunsets and beautiful sunrises. 10 our of 10!!! We hope we can come back soon and stay at this gem!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to rate your experience with us and our Kauai Vacation Home. It is greatly appreciated! We would be pleased to be your host on a future visit to Kauai!

8/10 Good

Dee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, comfortable, close to everything Poipu!
My husband and I were looking for a comfortable place to stay for our visit to Kaua’i. This place was perfect - a short walk to beach, beautiful apartment, lovely surroundings. Very quiet in the evening and at night, you can hear the surf and the night sounds. Could not have asked for a better spot. Close to everything, but not busy. Chris was an awesome host, responded to all questions quickly and was able to accommodate our request for an extra day with no fuss. Five stars!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2023
Mahalo, for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated! We are sincerely glad you enjoyed your stay and would be pleased to be your host on any return to the island.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L., Santa Clara, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Seven Days of Delight
Outstanding cleanliness, thoughtful details such as a note from the manager, loofas in the shower, Apple TV, great parking, close proximity to beaches and speedy response when I had a question made this well furnished spacious condo a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C., Anchorage, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Clean grill even
I was impressed how the bbq grill was cleaned very well every day. How did you do get that so clean?
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Alan C., North Salt Lake

Poipu Stay
The condo was nice and well furnished. Well stocked kitchen and beach items and made for a comfortable stay. The bar isn't really comfortable to eat from (it is chest high when sitting down), but the dining room table was nice and worked for us. Not as clean as we had hoped. Great location, close to beaches, nice pool areas, and easily accessible. We had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toddler Vacation in Poipu
We loved our stay in this rental! It's the perfect location for anyone looking to easily scamper down to Poipu/baby beach with their little one. Nothing beats the immediate access to a world-class beach. The unit was well-equipped with nicer furniture, towels, etc. The kitchen was spacious and well-stocked for anyone looking to cook at home. The gear closet was great too—we used the boogey boards and chairs. The only equipment I'd consider adding would be a fold-up wagon for toting all the gear down to the beach (we rented one and used it frequently). The bed was firm but comfortable. And Chris was highly responsive and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2023
Aloha Charlie, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our Vacation Home and your stay in Poipu. Your opinion and comments are appreciated. We look forward to hosting you on any future trip to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo
This condo was perfect for our 1 week stay. We really appreciated the well stocked kitchen, bath, and everything for our beach needs! We loved the proximity to beaches and restaurants, and loved relaxing on the private lanai. Super great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2022
Thank you Kathy for taking the time to write the review. We appreciate your feedback. It would be our pleasure to have you return to our Kauai Vacation Home

10/10 Excellent

Clint S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This property was in a great location and had everything we could ask for.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to provide us your review. It is greatly appreciated. If you decide to visit Kauai in the future, we would be honored to again be your host.

8/10 Good

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good property. A few updates needed
Overall nice property great location. Kauai is beautiful. The kitchen is nice and has everything you need to cook a meal. The washer and dryer were a great bonus. It was 80's and humid during our stay so the ac in the bedroom was great. We spent a lot of time on the lanai or in the bedroom ac. If you have more than 2 people the pull out bed may be uncomfortable as the temperature and humidity were high. The king bed in main bedroom needs to be replaced there is a hump in the middle made the bed pretty uncomfortable. An extra set of towels and sheets would be nice so we could wash one and continue to use one. Only 2 bath towels and 1 set of sheets. Also we were allotted 3 rolls of toilet tissue to start our 8 day stay. I understand as a property owner you have to watch costs but maybe a few more rolls for a longer stay would be appropriate.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2022
Aloha & thank you for taking the time to write your review and I thoroughly understand your comments. I do make myself available for each of our guests. Ordinarily all it takes is a phone call, a text, or an email and anything you might have needed would have been replenished. I suspect you were not used to that type of response because I never received a request or notification. We would even changed out the linens & bedding if that would have made you more comfortable. As a rule, any stays of 14 days and longer we require a mid-stay swap of all linens & bedding and a quick cleaning of the bathroom & glass surfaces. Since we are still aware of Covid, we only supply 1 set of linens for each individual staying at the home. Even if it were not used Everything Must be cleaned & sanitized plus All paper goods used up or not are disposed of. Power on our small island is one of our most costly utilities with fresh water being a close 2nd so cleaning things just for the sake of cleaning is rather wasteful. We also prepare our home with some of the more costly White linens & bedding (1000 thread Egyptian Cotton) which we would really rather clean ourselves. A small stain from Kauai’s red dirt & set in with the dryer will ruin them & make them unusable for any other guests. I won’t do grunge! That’s why we changed to providing each guest with their own loofah sponges to shower with. We could not keep wash cloths clean enough. Yes, October can be one of our more humid months. It is getting toward the end of hurricane season and we get hit with weather patterns that cut off our trade winds. Unfortunately you were here when we lost our “Trades”. It is not always this way. I will specifically look at the mattress & if there’s an issue with it, I will order a replacement. It is one that is on the softer side. On your next stay, please give us an opportunity to solve any shortcoming, everyone sharing their homes with others have different ideas of setting up their homes it is difficult to meet everyone’s expectations. It’s not that we are stingy, we don’t want to be too wasteful. Mahalo! - Chris

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Kauai
This was a great property to stay in for our trip. Great location near Poipu beach - easy walk in the morning. The condo was clean (wish it had AC, but realize that most condos don't on the island - the plug in AC in bedroom helped). Conveniently located to a lot of shops and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2022
Thank you very much for taking the time to post a review. It is much appreciated. If you happen to return to our Island we would be happy to again host your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
We enjoyed our stay in Poipu. Chris was a great host and was accommodating to our needs. The plush bath towels, beach towels and comfy bed sheets were a plus! We spent a lot of time at the pool with beautiful ocean views. Thanks for hosting our family Chris.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2022
Thank you for taking the time and for the review. You and your family would be welcome anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Arnie G., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property just as represented
Great stay. Property is a short walk to multiple beaches and walks along the ocean. The unit is large and well maintained and very private. Chris the manager was very responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Very convenient to beach. Property had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully Stocked Condo Poipu Beach
Chris’ condo was perfect. Great location, size, Fully stocked kitchen, clean, snorkel, beach chairs, towels and boogie boards available for use. Condo was a 7 minute walk to beautiful Poipu beach. Quiet and private condo with a beautiful lanai. I would stay here again. Great week spent at Kauai!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at our home on Kauai & would be pleased to offer our home on future visit to the Island.

10/10 Excellent

Annie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We loved our stay at Chris’ condo. The location was absolutely perfect! One of the best parts of our whole trip was being able to easily walk to restaurants and the beach (which we did everyday!). We often spent the morning/afternoon doing an activity (hiking, boat trip, etc.) but then still had time when we got back to go to the beach because it was just a 10 minute walk away. The condo was very comfortable and well stocked with everything we needed. I would definitely recommend Chris’ place and would happily stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you and we appreciate your taking the time to write a review of your stay in Kauai. I am glad you enjoyed Kauai and our Vacation Home. You are always welcomed to stay at our Kauai Condo.

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and accommodations were excellent
From the beginning during reservations to the checkout everything with this location was excellent. Being able to walk to Poipu Beach within two blocks, seeing the ocean and the whales jump from the pool chairs, and the layout of the condo were all positive. We will return to this property when coming back to Kauai.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our vacation home. It would be a pleasure to host you whenever you may return to Kauai.

6/10 Okay

Alfred F.

Condo
The condo is a bit tired and needs some updates. The ice maker was broken and there was a terrible smell under kitchen sink. The bedroom curtains are too sheer and window faces sidewalk. It was very hot at times due to no A/C and you cannot have sliding glass door open at night. We would not stay at this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
We thank you for making the choice to stay with us during your trip to Kauai. I am disappointed that it seems you did not enjoy your stay more and that you were unable to rate your stay higher. - Our home was not built to accommodate a central air conditioning system. It has though gone through major renovations upgrading the bathroom, kitchen and main living area as well as being newly decorated not too long ago, there are ceiling fans in each room as well as portable fans that can be used to help with cooling the space. Other than the Lazy-Boy Sofa bed the other furniture is classic Hawaiian. - I agree with not leaving the sliding door open during the night in order to be safe, but I do feel comfortable leaving the crank-out windows open enough to let air in but to a point that a person could not easily enter. Ordinarily the trade winds blow & the space is quite comfortable. - Unfortunately, a short time ago our refrigerator’s water pumps for the ice maker and water dispenser malfunctioned and failed. We have had appliance repairmen over to try to repair the issue but they have had to order parts from the mainland to repair the problem. In the meantime, I purchased and left a filtered water pitcher & ice trays that are in the refrigerator & freezer to help ensure that cold filtered water to drink is available as well as having ice. Instead of waiting for repairs to be done we have ordered a new refrigerator to be installed 3/1 - I understand that the decorating of a home and the spaces do not always fit everyone’s taste. I agree, the draperies in the bedroom are somewhat sheer. There was a discussion about this choice before they were installed. Ultimately, they were decided upon because the view of the bedroom window was behind flowering shrubbery from ground to near ceiling height and that there should be no others traveling on the sidewalk because it is past all other units & only leads to our front door. The advantages of being a thinner material leads to breezes flowing through from the open window more easily than a thicker material. During the daylight hours you can see the flowering shrubbery more easily and seems more appealing. - Although we did share a couple of emails where the guest asked about our affiliations with the local Gym and another letting me know they had run out of bags for the waste basket, I was not made aware of any smells coming from under the kitchen sink. - As I now know, 4 days past check-out through a posting of this review, there might be an issue in our home. I have someone going by to check this issue out and to resolve. It is always priority for me to follow-up with our guests and to resolve any issue that may arise with the utmost importance & with as much haste as possible. It’s our home for goodness sake!

8/10 Good

Alix C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Rental in Poipu!
We loved our stay at Manualoha 601. This is a spacious, clean and very well stocked 1 bedroom condo. We have been coming to Poipu for over 14 years and in the past stayed at Kiahuna Plantation. This was our first time at Poipu Kai and we were NOT disappointed. We were there with our 2 teens (boy & girl aged 19 & 17) and this condo was definitely big enough for all 4 of us (much more spacious than the Kiahuna 1 beds). Chris was amazing and so helpful with all the arrangements. Our flight arrived late on Christmas night so I asked if he could have some basics left at the condo for us - snacks, milk, pineapple, etc. - he arranged this, as well as an air mattress for our son, and late check out the evening of our departure. The condo is well kitted out for days at the beach - chairs, cooler and snorkel gear. And the kitchen is well stocked - we especially appreciated the pyrex containers for storing left overs. We loved staying at Poipu Kai as it made us explore different beaches and parts of the island. In the past at Kiahuna we would get lazy and just go the beach out front. We preferred this experience. Our only criticisms were there weren't enough chairs on the lanai for the 4 of us to eat outside - we had quite hot evenings. And the entertainment system was not the easiest to use. VRBO won't let is give 4.5 stars but that is what we would rate this condo and our experience. We will definitely be back for future stays. Thank you Chris for all you did to make our stay so enjoyable. Mahalo!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Aloha Alix & Family, We would like to thank you all for allowing us to be the hosts of your stay while you were here in Kauai. I also thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay with us and your experience while here. We will definitely look into avenues making it easier for all to use the electronics (DVR, etc). As an FYI, We have already submitted for approval from the Homeowners Association to replace the Lanai Furniture, making it easier for the family to enjoy meals on the Lanai. Keep us in mind for your future stays on Kauai. Mahalo

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W., Grass Valley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing spot in Poipui
We may have been in the land of condos but this condo was private and quiet. In 5 minutes we could be at the ocean or less time at the pool. Great location and place was comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you, Kathryn for taking the time to write a review about our Vacation Home. We sincerely appreciate it and would look forward to hosting you in the future on your next visit to Kauai.

10/10 Excellent

Jade E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, safe, private
The condo was very clean upon arrival. We have lived in Other parts of Hawaii and know how hard it can be to keep the bugs away. We didn’t see any bugs! The condos are patrolled by security day and night. Extra security made us feel safe. This condo is probably the most private out of all the condos we saw. The lanai backs up to some trees and out of view from other lanais. We enjoyed having our coffee/ tea there in the mornings. Overall we would recommend this condo to family/ friends and would stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you Gwen & Karl for your kind words and your review. It is greatly appreciated and are glad you enjoyed your time at our home in Kauai. Mahalo.

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Kauai
Cris and Linda’s property was everything as described, we liked the quiet and privacy and the fact that you could leave the front door open while there to circulate the air and the lanai surrounded by lush vegetation.The space overall and comfort was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write your thoughts. We know everyone gets very busy once they return beck home. Your comments are greatly appreciated. We Hope to see you again, Mahalo Chris & Linda.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness
Garden Isle** Kauai** 6-7-19 thru 6/11/19
Our stay here was fantastic. The condo had everything you could need, was close to beaches and walking distance to 2 restaurants. It was very clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the linens and towels were very nice. I was surprised there was no a/c, and it could get quite warm inside especially if you don't leave the slider open. We found a fan in the closet and set it in the hall to help with the cross breeze. We were worried that it would be too warm for sleeping but the bedroom was always cooler than the rest of the condo and it was fine for sleeping. The shower was exceptionally nice and was happily surprised by the water pressure, but for a real treat take a trip to the pool and use that shower, it is fantastic!! There were no issues with noise from neighboring condos and the grounds are very well kept. We found the information left regarding Kauai attractions helpful, especially the books with the maps. Brannecke's Restaurant is a short walk away, we found the food to be average but adequate. Kalapaki Joe's had a great happy hour and was a good spot to catch a game. A short ride away we dined at Plantation Gardens, beautiful spot, but the menu and service lacking. The pool was rarely crowded and the view spectacular. Branneckes Beach was a short walk down the path and a good place for body surfing and turtle sightings. Poipu Beach and Park were also a short walk away. A kid/family friendly beach with shallow swimming areas and playground. If you get up early enough you may see turtles lounging on the beach. I would suggest to anyone vacationing on the island to get up early if you plan on sight seeing as there is only one road to get to the North Shore and East Side and the traffic gets congested as the day moves on. We are hoping to be back next year and would definitely rent this condo again. Chris was very good at communicating and the property manager answered our few questions promptly. Five Stars! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Mahalo for your very thoughtful and thorough review. We take all comments and use them to find ways to improve the experience for our guests. We hope to be the accommodation of your choice when you decide to return to Kauai. Again, Thank you.