We spent 3 weeks at this rental while visiting family nearby. The property was clean and the location was better than expected. The beach is right there - and no worrying about trying to find parking while enjoying the beach, because there is a dedicated parking spot that goes with the rental. This property shares a driveway with the lifeguard building next door, and there is a lifeguard hut right in that part of the beach as well. That part of the beach was nice and open without too many people - just down the street, the beaches were packed!
While we were there, a film crew came out and filmed a new lifeguard tv show in cooperation with the lifeguards. Not sure when or where it will air, but that was cool to see.
The full bed was comfortable and worked for us - we bought our own pillows while we were there because the pillows were pretty flat - we both woke up with neck-aches our first night. (We didn't mind buying our own, though, since we were there for 3 weeks.) The sofa and chair are comfortable, but the cushions are flat as well.
We used the kitchen a lot while we were there. It would have been nice to have some more small appliances, especially since we are still in the pandemic. We ended up buying a blender and a couple other things that we ended up leaving with my in-laws in Hawaii. But the kitchen had the basics. Other than that, the major appliances were nice, the sink was nice and deep and the layout of the kitchen is very functional. Everything was very clean when we arrived.
Accessing the property was simple, and the property managers allowed early check-in which we really appreciated.
Overall, we had such a pleasant stay, we plan to book this property again on our next visit.
Perfect location. Owner was very responsive and accommodating. Easy walk into Pūpūkea for food and shopping.
This property was perfect location, clean and tidy. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for accomodation in that area.
Beach on your doorstep.
This place was fantastic. The bedroom was TINY but nice and cool with great AC and we werent' there to sleep.. we were there to be on the north shore and it doesn't get better than right on the beach, right next to the lifeguard house and so close to Shark's Cove!
The seperate AC in the livingroom/kitchen also worked so great. the outdoor shower was a perfect and the place is so private.. it's nestled right behind the main street which means yes you can hear the traffic. The one drawback is you are below and share a wall with the big rental house and depending on whos' renting that it can be noisy with them talking and walking etc. The only other small note would be soap. They provide no shower soap, no shampoo.. just toilet paper and dish soap.
My son used the skate park every day as well which is a great bonus. Plus.. the beach this is on is not touristy at all.. a giant beautiful beach all to yourself!!! We will come back again for sure!
The only recommendation is a new mattress on pull out sofa
Our stay on the North Shore was incredible. We were extremely happy with our choice in regards to location. You're across from Off The Wall and in walking distance to the big strip and Shark's Cove! The check-in process was not so great, unfortunately. I had to call the realtor and figure out how to get in to find the lockbox. I think it's worth it to note in the description or check-in instructions that the entrance to the VRBO is not only in a courtyard (which it is stated) but behind a door that may be locked. When we were trying to get in, I was very cautious about opening the door to the courtyard because it was latched and I didn't know it. I didn't want to break a door that I wasn't even sure was the right one! When I spoke to the realtor she was able to explain to me where exactly we were to park and enter, but it sounded like she was a little annoyed with me asking these questions. She told me to look at the pictures in the listing (which I always do, of course) and that a picture of the house was there. That is very true--however, it's an ariel view and you can't really tell where the courtyard is and where the entrance is from that type of picture. Like I said, it didn't seem like she was all that jazzed to be helping me. I also messaged her on the site prior to arriving to ask if we could have an earlier check-in and then decided to call and just chat with someone instead of waiting for a message and when I got in touch with her she said she saw my message and would get back to me when she spoke to housekeeping. She never got back to me. Not sure if she would have answered my message if I didn't call her. There is a note in the listing to call 24 hours beforehand if you would like an earlier check-in and the reason I was trying to contact her was because we arrived earlier than expected so I was just reaching out to see.
Bed is SUPER small--described as "cozy." My husband and I had to split up--I slept on the couch and he slept in the bed and vise versa. Air conditioner in the living room area did not feel like it worked at all. Very warm in there even with the fans. But the AC unit in the bedroom worked great. With all that said...you canNOT beat this location. And the fact that there is free parking right next to the house is a HUGE plus!
We had a wonderful stay at this house. The location was absolutely perfect for our family. Surf and skate on repeat all day long. The house was clean and well appointed. My only recommendation would be to have a blow up mattress for guest use rather than the pull out coach. The property manager was very accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay.
Wonderful location. Unit just right for what we needed. Bed comfortable, upgrades very nice. Only suggestion for travelers is it would be nice to have a starter roll of toilet paper and 2-3 garbage bags to take the trash out.
We had a great time. Too short. Location was perfect. Bed was small.
Prime location. Stayed in February for 4 nights. We made this rental work for a family of 4 - sleeping on the pull out and letting the little kids share the little bed in the bedroom. I think this is probably what you would expect from most north shore rentals - cute, cozy.
Pros - really prime location - beach here was FANTASTIC! What felt like miles of endless wide beach, gorgeous waves. I think you really are mainly paying for the proximity to this.
Cons - Can hear above and neighboring renters, no WIFI or cell reception at the property while we were here which was fine for us (but don't expect to work - although why would you want to!). Perhaps a smidge more run down than the pictures would lead us to believe but really it was fine. Had no real issues. Also be ready for the fact that if it rains there is a HUGE puddle in front of the driveway to traverse in order to walk down to the beach. I'm sure this was more of a seasonal issue.
