Sunset Makai Hale: Luxury Poipu Oceanfront Home with Pool

We wanted a special place to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary with our children and grandchildren near the place where we honeymooned. We wanted a place that could accommodate 6 adults and 3 children ages 5, 6 and 10, without too much worry over concern for child safety. This was a private oasis that enable the kids to explore and satisfy their activity levels without any complaints about the restrictions we gave them. The pool, of course, was where they wanted to be most of the time. The fact that the covered lanai and location of the pool was not totally in the sun all day was a bonus. We could explore the small beach at low tide right next to the property and walk to the beach just to the south - which was pretty rocky for small kids. Watching the surfers and turtles right off our bulkhead was daily entertainment. We had great day-trips to Hanapepe, Lydgate State Park, Salt Ponds and Poipu and we took in the Luau Kalamaku which had the kids totally enthralled the whole night as soon as the singing and storytelling began. We ate in every single night but our last - that's how nice and well-equipped the kitchen, dining and BBQ areas were. The location is also good for last minute items you might need at a grocery or drug store. We might have to make this an annual tradition, it was so fun, relaxing and accommodating.

Location is fabulous, house is beautiful

First, the house is mostly stunning. Unbeatable views from which we saw several whales. The pool is a good size for kids to play (no shallow end, FYI), and the outdoor dining table is different and bigger than the one pictured - you can seat 8 comfortably and 10 without difficulty.The kitchen is incredibly well stocked with every device, tool, and storage solution you could ask for. The cooktop controls have faded almost completely away, making it a bit of a guessing game to figure out. The multi-sized zone is nearly impossible to use.The three en-suite bathrooms are nice and spacious. The fourth bathroom in the hallway is not in great shape - broken window slats, a window at the far end that looks right out to the outdoor shower (we covered it with a bedsheet), small counterspace, a sticky/loud door.The TV room is very small, seating five people or maybe six with kids.There are AC units in the bedrooms that work well, but none in the living spaces and kitchen, so it can get quite warm in the afternoon and evening. Nearly the entire length of the house front and back has sliding doors that open (with screens) to let a breeze come through. Still, some days were uncomfortably warm late in the day.The location was great. A great snorkeling beach right down the road (Lawai Beach), a nice walk to Spouting Horn, a quick drive or walk to the Shops at Kukuilu.Overall, this was a magnificent house, but I give it 4 stars because, for the extreme price, it should be perfect.

We really enjoyed our stay here, beautiful home and absolutely beautiful views!

We cooked dinner at home every night. The house is so beautiful at night, because it is lit so well. We played games during the day, and hung out by the pool. We went to the closest shopping center and got food to cook, and everyone was so nice and accommodating. Wonderful house. Wonderful location.

Incredible ocean side home—-pool and back yard on the water with dozens of feeding turtles in the surf.Kitchen in excellent shape for cooking in.We loved it—-many thanks

We had a blast! Property had everything we needed and was in a great location!

This property was everything I had hoped it would be, and more. Breathtaking views of the ocean! Tremendously spacious! Great swimming pool!