County of Kauai Vacation Rental License # TVNC 1099 - Hawaii Tax License #s GE-142-306-3552-01 & TA-142-306-3552-01 - 24 hr guest contact: Keenan Driver (808) 639-0772 (guest emergencies only) Please do NOT call this # to book reservations
Be advised: This transient vacation rental property is located in a tsunami Evacuation Zone. Evacuation procedures are detailed in the rental agreement, as well as posted inside the house.
Note: A/C in bedrooms only
'This Kekaha estate was featured in the book 'the Hawaiian House now', and was one of only two houses from Kauai in the book published in 2007. 'Hawaii still lives in Kekaha' said Gail Miller of the sleepy West Kauai town she lived in since 1998, when this publicized and well known designer purchased this Sugar Mill Manager's home. Originally built in 1933, it was purchased by Miller after she first saw this beach side house. It was the original features, many of which were preserved during the extensive renovation, that attracted her to this house. Rich Douglas fir floors, gracious archways, ceilings fabricated from sugar cane, and large rooms that opened onto the outdoors provided the ingredients to create and preserve a piece of rich Hawaiian heritage. 'Neutral colors have been used to highlight the beauty of the outdoor ocean setting,' she said in describing the interior finishes. 'Surfers and tourists line the shore to watch the sun drop into the western horizon at an hour that used to bustle with workers returning from the fields to their homes here in Kekaha.
The OCEANFRONT ESTATE SIZE LOT offers privacy and a front row seat to the surfers at Davidson's Surf Break and the AMAZING SUNSETS each night over the mysterious island of Ni'ihau in the distance.
In recent years, a 14x28 PRIVATE HEATED SALT WATER POOL was added . This is NOT SHARED WITH ANOTHER PROPERTY and it is situated in the privacy of the large rear yard, dotted with mango trees and banana. The covered back lanai has easy access to the pool area.
You will find that you will have to force yourself to go out and explore the beauty of the island. It will be tempting to just stay and vacation at your house with the pool, the covered outdoor lanai areas, and awesome views of the sunset over the ocean.
There are two oceanfront primary bedrooms with king four poster mahogany beds, and french doors opening onto one of the three covered lanais. 'It's just gracious and very relaxing with the sound of the waves pounding away, lulling you to sleep with the perfume of plumeria wafting in the windows. From the lanai, you can see the whales passing by during the winter months, at the end of their long migration from Alaska. There are two additional guest bedrooms, offering sleeping for up to 8 guests comfortably in style. The kitchen is just what the cook ordered..... making it a pleasure to prepare for an impromptu beach party, or an evening of dining on your own lanai, or in the formal dining room. There is an airy butler's pantry offering an air of elegance.
This is not just a vacation home, but it is a VACATION EXPERIENCE. Here you will feel the Old Hawaii of years past, and live a period of history that has gradually disappeared. Through her determination to keep the architectural tradition alive, Miller created a beachside masterpiece, complete with the modern amenities one expects today without sacrificing it's character and charm. It can be summed up by saying ...
Registration Number: 130101100000, GE-142-306-3552-01, TA-142-306-3552-01
Sherri B.
Jun 13, 2024
We loved this house! The plantation house is so special and the pool with all the outside lanai space made us not want to leave the property. We are already planning our vacation back to the beautiful island of Kauai....can't wait to bring our friends next year. As I told the manager, we are changing our current plans to go to New Zealand to come back to Hawaii instead in 2025.
Carol S.
Apr 25, 2024
We celebrated a family birthday with our whole family in this lovely home. The pool was delightful and location was close to excursions and delicious restaurants as well as a Friday night street art fair.
We would stay again with bells on!
Dena D.
Apr 24, 2024
We booked this vacation in 2020 but due to Covid restrictions, we were unable to go. We finally got everyone available to book it again 4 years later. We loved our rental house. There were so many comfortable areas to hang out as a family of 7 or sneak away to read or watch the sunrise or sunset. The pool area was great, and we all want an outdoor shower back home. The house was well equipped with everything we needed. There was plenty of space for 7 adults. Truly the perfect vacation spot! We would highly recommend this house.
Mark P.
Jan 09, 2024
We took a trip with my parents (in their 70s) and family. The house was perfect. Multiple patios and sitting areas. The interior and exterior are beautifully furnished. Outdoor shower was a hit. Bedrooms were big and comfy, AC if you needed it. The pool was warm and was a great place to hangout. Beach chairs and towels for everyone! The property manager and owner were great and made the trip very special. Highly recommend staying here.
Rosie L.
Dec 11, 2023
This property was perfect for our group. The four bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs suited our two families perfectly. We loved watching the sunset from the top lanai every evening.
The home is beautiful and full of character. I’d go back anytime.
We had everything we needed to cook in and bbq every night.
The pool was a hit with all. And we were happy there were some pool toys provided.
Location was great! Close to town for groceries/shopping. Some road noise but it didn't bother us at all. We loved going for runs and walks along the main road/beach. Highly recommend this property!
Amber W.
Dec 06, 2023
One of the easiest, most pleasant VRBO experiences available. The home is incredibly gorgeous with so much history. Easy to find from airport at night, all the amenities we could ever need.
Some prior reviews mentioned neighbor/pool/AC warnings and complaints. We never had an issue with any of the requests as they are common sensical. The pool and lanai area is appropriately private and comfortable, and having a host remind renters of being respectful to the non-touristy, local neighborhood was absolutely reasonable. Don’t hesitate to book this property- you won’t regret it!
Amber W.
Dec 01, 2023
One of the easiest, most pleasant VRBO experiences available. The home is incredibly gorgeous with so much history. Easy to find from airport at night, all the amenities we could ever need.
Some prior reviews mentioned neighbor/pool/AC warnings and complaints. We never had an issue with any of the requests as they are common sensical. The pool and lanai area is appropriately private and comfortable, and having a host remind renters of being respectful to the non-touristy, local neighborhood was absolutely reasonable. Don’t hesitate to book this property- you won’t regret it!
Danelle D.
Sep 29, 2023
This property is simply amazing. These home owners are a very generous family that really understand how to make this an experience for you.
This home is a very large property with a sunset you will never forget. It's a quieter side of the island but one where you can have a ton of time with your family and then do day trips to busier sides of the island.
We enjoyed every minute on this property and we hope we are invited back!!!!!
Jill A.
Sep 14, 2023
This modernized farm house has tons of space; the property was amazing and private for our family gathering of six. We loved to watch the sunset from the house or easily walk across the street to the ocean for the perfect viewing. Because it's on the west side of the island we ended up driving more but it was worth it as we ended our days there in the pool. My only complaint was I thought the kitchen had an off-putting smell to it but that would not stop me from renting it again.
Abby E.
Sep 07, 2023
We absolutely LOVED our stay in this classic plantation house, beautifully designed with amazing views of the ocean. I actually thought the house was closer to Poipu when I booked it and didn't know much about Waimea, but we ended up loving the location. Hanapepe is nearby for fantastic food and a great vintage shop and the more touristy areas in Poipu are close by. We also loved hiking in Waimea canyon. This is a really special home. (It's not updated so if you are looking for modern bathrooms and showers, this is not for you.). Our only regret is that we didn't have more time there!
Bryan C.
Sep 06, 2023
House is beautiful, pool is great, views are incredible. Road in front is busy and goes all night, didn't really bother us. Front yard is large. Ocean view is incredible. The area is very quiet, and the house is a short drive to the grocery store. This area is definitely a little further away from the touristy part of the island which we enjoyed.
George B.
Aug 28, 2023
This was our third trip to this house in the last 8 years and always have a great time! It is so relaxing and plenty of space for everyone! Scott is excellent at providing information for the home and responds very fast with questions. We will be coming back again to enjoy the house!
Allison C.
Jul 16, 2023
Our extended family of 7 enjoyed having so much space, and being able to see the ocean from the lanai, hear the waves, and watch the sunset every evening. The outdoor shower was our favorite feature of the house! It’s a historic home with the expected creaky floors and small signs of its age, but we loved imagining all the families who had stayed there before us over the past century! It was hot outside during our stay (record high temperatures maybe?) and the kitchen got really hot while cooking (using the grill was preferred), but other than that we found the breezes and fans kept it comfortable throughout, and the bedroom AC was awesome. The traffic noise from the road was loud at times, but we felt that was a suitable compromise for being oceanfront; the highway runs along the ocean for much of area near Kekaha. We loved being on the west side, sheltered from much of the tourist activity on Kauai (even in mid-July). As mentioned in previous reviews, the neighbors house (and back door) are very close to the pool, but we didn’t see or hear from them the whole time - even though they were home. So using the pool felt quite pleasant and private for us. The gas range in the kitchen works but is a little finicky, band it has a weird lighting issue that probably need to be addressed soon for safety (will send detailed message to property manager about that).
Angelina O.
Jul 07, 2023
We had such a wonderful time! The house was perfect in every way! Having our morning coffee on the upper lanai, walking across the street for the sunset & lounging by the pool…everything was perfect! We will be back!
valorie c.
Jun 27, 2023
The house was gorgeous, view spectacular, well stocked with all things for large families. Scott was quick and kind to respond to my many questions-- it was WONDERFUL