Kawela Kai 493: North Shore Beach Front---Relax & Unwind

I hate to be the person to leave a bad review, that isn’t in my nature, but I think people should know before booking that the home has mold. We arrived and turned on the ac and proceeded to find an abundance of mold in multiple units. Pictures sent to VRBO’s health and safety unit as well as third party contractors/ac experts confirmed it was indeed unsafe. Anyone educated in mold knows that this isn’t the kind of thing that can just be wiped away and hidden without the proper protocol. It needs to be mitigated and taken care of the right way for the safety of others. After looking at their other property reviews I see another one of their homes had the same problem. I would also note they do not have an actual pack n play, it was a bassinet and that would have put us in a real bind had we have not left because of the mold.

We enjoyed our stay! Beautiful location, very helpful and welcoming.

Fantastic property. Beautiful beach front setting. Communication with host was seamless. Convenient to multiple North Shore beaches. Property amenities were satisfactory to our family needs (6 total). One thing to be aware of is that the living room is furnished with outdoor/deck furniture (functional, just not comfortable) rather than traditional indoor pieces. The property could benefit from additional bureaus or dressers for clothing storage. Would definitely stay at this property again!

Kitchen came fully equiped woth the cooking ware we needed. Beach towels were provided and sun protection. Beach was extemely rocky though.

Responsive host and beautiful location

It’s the perfect location! Rainbows over the water in the morning and beautiful sunsets at night. It’s heaven on earth!

Absolutely Amazing Stay! We had the most incredible time! The location is unbeatable, right on the beach with stunning sunsets and direct access to the ocean. It’s such a peaceful and relaxing spot, truly perfect for unwinding. The house itself was wonderful, clean, and comfortable.A few small improvements would make it even better: a gas grill and a small beach cooler. But honestly, those were tiny details compared to how perfect the stay was overall. We’re already counting down the days until we can come back. Highly recommend this beautiful, AMAZING, beachfront home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the location, views and privacy. However, the afternoon sun baked the house except for the two first floor bedrooms. The a/c units are not adequate for this house. The a/c window unit upstairs needs to be replaced as it blew slightly cool air at the best. We texted and emailed the owner/management company about this, but never got a response. I was most bothered by the lack of response. Also, the living room needs a real sofa. It only has an outdoor wicker sectional that would not stay together. I would not rent from this company again or this house until the air conditioning if working properly.

Beautiful and peacefulWe needed a couple more days

Amazing!

Loved it. The view is incredible. We love the north shore and can’t wait to be back. House was as advertised. Property manager was great, had a problem with the tv when we arrived and she was there the next day taking care of it.

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: We could not have asked for a better rental for our family vaction of 8 adults. The home was clean and well maintained. We enjoyed every day either on the beach a few yards to the right of the stairs or a 5 minute drive down the road. The kitchen was perfect for everyone to grab a quick breakfast, lunch or snacks. Dinner was obtained from the plentiful and high quality food trucks and stands right along the roadway. Every ones tastes and preferences could be accommodated without debate. The sunsets every night are spectacular. Would highly recommend this rental.

Fantastic property and was perfect for our family to stay in for a week! Would love to come back!

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: Fantastic experience. Beautiful home and heavenly views.

We were celebrating our 50th Anniversary. We had a wonerful time This house was so Awesome. Close to the beach. The deck & backyard was soo Amazing!We invited our adult kids to comw with us.invited our

Very good stay

We all enjoyed our stay, we love this part of the North Shore, just wonderful location.

Easy to find, check in easy, beds comfy. Having a nice backyard lawn was fun and we did bbq. The couch in the house is outdoor furniture not comfy. It also can use some containers for left overs. A/C worked great. The view is priceless. To get to the water/beach you do have to go down about 10 stair steps FYI. Beach right there is not a swimming beach but nice if you have small children. You can walk a short distance to be able to get in. We were here in February so bigger waves. Its a beautiful house

Such an amazing North Shore home away from home! Could not have been more perfect! Very well appointed house on the water. Epic waves and sunsets! Traffic on the North Shore was the only downside of our visit. I'd highly recommend staying here and hope to return in the future. Plenty of room for a large family or couples. Thank you for making our vacation amazing!

Loved our stay at this piece of paradise.

The view was spectacular! Nothing more relaxing than sitting in the back deck and taking in the waves. It also was 5 minutes away from The Ritz, which has a nice beach for swimming. We also loved the parade of chickens that would come through the backyard in the morning!

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: Had a perfect Family vacation. Houses were perfect, weather was perfect, and the family all had great time. Kids were on the beach for hours playing in the tide pools. The view was wonderful

Very cute peaceful beach house just steps from the water crashing. Enjoy the most beautiful sunsets from the comfort of the deck.

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: We had a wonderful time. The house was comfortable and worked great for our family of three. There was room for 4 others. The house was close to all the North Shore attractions such as beaches and food trucks. It was so peaceful and we loved sitting on the deck with the three kitties who live there. The property manager Sarah was very responsive to our questions. We would love to return.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is in a great location on the north shore and the view spectacular. Word of caution, the upstairs master suite is not fully closed off, so you will hear everything!! That was rough. Had to wear headphones to sleep.

We loved our stay here and would love to come back again! Very clean, the view was amazing (sunset!) and we loved the beach access.

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: Amazing property, clean and well kept, great communication with management. absolutely recommended

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: Nice location along the North Shore. House was perfect for a family and/or couples. Grass backyard that continues to the beach; beautiful! Has all the amenities you’ll need for kitchen, bathrooms and laundry. Has a few beach toys too in the outside shower (boogie boards, fins, floaties, etc.). Loved it!

The view was amazing, the privacy fantastic. The beach is not one you swim in but those are very nearby. The house itself is comfortable thought the A/C upstairs is lacking. Thankfully my kids didn’t mind too much. Absolutely recommend this property

Love everything about this property. You can sit on the back deck and watch the sunset every night! Great location to all North shore activities. Great place for my family vacation. Would stay here again.

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: The house is beautiful and well appointed. It was clean and ready when we arrived. Instructions are easy to follow to enter and leave. The outdoor shower was perfect!!! It was great to get all the sand off before going back in the house. Beach was nice - the little tide pools and sandy areas were a great and safe place for the young kids to play. A short walk down the coast in either direction led to sandy swimming beaches. The views from the house and deck are amazing. It does get a little warm in the late afternoon due to the sun - use the curtains to block the sun and it cools off at dusk/dark. Also be prepared to use a charcoal grill - we haven’t used charcoal in years but was a nice BBQ and we enjoyed eating our meals together on the deck over looking the ocean. Wonderful family vacation. Highly recommend.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Definitely recommend this place and we plan to stay here againThe property team were helpful and the place was clean/nice. The lanai and beach were amazing!

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: Fabulous house and perfect location

The website on this property is accurate. The ocean view and sounds of the surf in the winter are what makes this property quite desirable, although please know that the waters are not conducive to swimming in the winter (true for most of the North Shore of Oahu). However, given the premium price charged we were very disappointed with the poor maintenance and supplies. Some of the screens were torn and the screen door to the lanai does not work properly. The dials on the stove are worn off. None of the electrical outlets work in the upstairs bathroom. There is no garbage disposal. The toilet paper provided is single ply, which is not what one would expect in any expensive rental property. The towels were of high quality. The double mattress in the downstairs bedroom needs to be flipped and turned or replaced. Please note that there is no ocean access from the yard. The owners should better maintain this property or reduce the price. We stayed for a week in February 2024 and are permanent residents of Oahu.

Quiet and very comfortable! Sounds of the waves during the night kept us well rested. Definitely would recommend and would stay here again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This was our family’s second time staying in this house and it did not disappoint! We were excited to see some new updates around the house. The view is outstanding- we saw countless whales from the lanai. It was the perfect beach for our littles and the location was ideal. We look forward to more visits in the future.

This is the most amazing home we have ever stayed in! The view is breathtaking and everything you would ever need inside and out. We will be back for sure.

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: Great place to stay. Highly recommend . We will stay here again.

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: We enjoyed an amazing vacation at this home at an incredible location on the North Shore of Oahu! This is real Hawaii waking up to the sound of the waves crashing on the shore and enjoying an evening cocktail watching the beautiful sunset. Kawela Bay is a short walk on the beach from the house or a short drive. Gorgeous area for walking/hiking/swimming/surfing...just the best! This house is wonderful and we've built some lifelong memories here.