Kaena O Kekai

Reviews

• Reviewer: Shantelle

  Comments: Laura has been an exceptional host and very accommodating! Thank you again!

• Reviewer: Ashlee

  Comments: This house was amazing. So accommodating. They even put up a volleyball net and brought over a light when it got dark. They have a HUGE property with up to date appliances. We were even able to hook up our phone to the tv to watch the fights. The beach is right across the street, not even a 5 minute walk. We were definitely sad to leave today. Thank you for everything.

• Reviewer: Francie

  Comments: Laura was a great host! The house has a volleyball net the kids loved it because they got to chase around "hey hey the chicken" and we had family time playing volleyball and going running along the beach ... such a great view. Her house is close to PCC, about 4-5 miles down an area with food trucks .. pretty good Lao food and of course Giovanni's shrimp truck. The walls are pretty thin between the 2 homes but it was perfect for our family of 15 .. 8 adults and 7 kids ranging from 1-12years old.

• Reviewer: Josh

  Comments: My family had a great stay at Laura's place. Pictures were accurate of the space and unit was very clean. I live on-island and we stayed for an extended weekend getaway with a larger group of family- it was AWESOME! Communication: Laura was very prompt in replying back to me and answering questions. She lives in the area and was able to give a showing prior to our arrival. Location: If your looking to get away from town/city life/noise/traffic, then this is the place to go. About one block away from the nearest beach access. Small town area with convenience and grocery stores within 5min drive. Good place to stay if your wanting to see all the north shore attractions. Property: There are two identical units in a newly renovated house. There's AC in all the bedrooms and the living area. House has vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, and a skylight above the kitchen. The lanai goes around 3/4 of the home, with a GIGANTIC yard. The yard volleyball court doesn't even take up 20% of the yard. There is fruiting trees on the property, with ripe avocados during my stay. There's enough parking for about 6 vehicles. Amenities: The rental came with bedding, towels, wifi, tv. Kitchen is stocked with cooking necessities (utensils, pots, pans, coffee maker, rice cooker). House also has full size laundry and bbq grill outside. Just had to bring food, drinks, personal toiletries. Overall: I highly recommend staying at Laura's place for anyone looking to stay in a nice, large, clean place rented out by kind people. I'll definitely stay again. Mahalo

• Reviewer: Linda

  Comments: Belle maison spacieuse, bien équipée. Nous étions 8 adultes et nous avions de la place.

• Reviewer: Selma

  Comments: Our family spent a wonderfully memorable Thanksgiving week at Laura's rental. The ten of us fit comfortably in the well-appointed and spotless units. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a proper Thanksgiving dinner, with some nice extras like a blender and crock pot. I really appreciated the vaulted ceilings and windows everywhere. The rental is located in a quiet area of town and conveniently close to the North Shore, shrimp trucks, Polynesian Cultural Center, and much more. Oh, and yes, there is a washer/dryer on premises! Laura is the most gracious of hosts and we were lucky to connect with her. Mahalo, Laura, for rescuing us and welcoming us into your ohana!

• Reviewer: Michel

  Comments: IT WAS NICE AND CLEAN, everything you need but WiFi

• Reviewer: Rory

  Comments: Nice, newly rebuilt duplex. Very comfortable.

• Reviewer: Kim

  Comments: Great place to stay.

• Reviewer: Natalie

  Comments: This is the perfect place to stay, close to Polynesian Culture Center, North Shore, amazing beaches and the best host! Laura was amazing, she called to let us know when the seals were out, when there were special events going on, anything she could think of! She was a perfect host and glad we made a new friend! Washer and Dryer make the place a perfect spot. We had 15 people stay here and had a fabulous time.

• Reviewer: Belinda

  Comments: Laura's place is everything it is advertised to be and more. All new appliances and supplies made cooking breakfast in the large, open area kitchen a joy. Lots of natural lighting from the skylights, and lots of counter space on the island to lay out a big family breakfast. The beds/bedrooms were clean, comfortable and a lot of space. I was even able to get some work done between all of the fun. (Office desk, chair and available WiFi) I am looking forward to celebrating another birthday at Laura.

• Reviewer: Valerie

  Comments: This duplex is very stylish. We were traveling with my parents and my young adult children. It was nice to put our kids in their 20s into the other side. I would recommend this duplex to others visiting Hawaii!

• Reviewer: Sean

  Comments: Laura's place is very nice and appears to have been recently refinished. About 3 blocks to the ocean, duplex is located on a large lot that is well manicured. Stay was great! Clean. Very responsive and quick with answers to questions or any issues that comes up during stay. Would stay here again.

• Reviewer: Brittany Tyson

  Comments: Stayed here with a group for a wedding next door, couldn’t beat the location. Lots of roosters and chickens roaming around the property, with eggs laid on the front deck most mornings. Beaches were a bit of a drive away given the stormy weather. The Byodo-In temple to the south-east was a must-see, along with a day trip to the North Shore for swimming and garlic shrimp. Don’t miss Waimea Valley for epic botanical gardens, local history, and a swim in the waterfalls. All around, we had a lovely stay in Hau’ula.

• Reviewer: Ramon

  Comments: Laura was a wonderful host! Her place was perfect four big family gathering... Everything was so convenient for the adults and the little ones, the beach was walking distance. We will definitely stay at Laura's place in our next visit.

• Reviewer: Meaalofa

  Comments: Thank you Laura and family for hosting our 2018 springbreak staycay. Everything about this place is super awesome. Our large group took the two units which were very large and comfortable. Each unit has 2 bedrooms and a 1 half bath with the half in the master bedroom. Everything from toiletries and kitchen utensils were well prepped. Kithen is big, eating and dinning area together with the living room is very spacious. As for property, land is huge and nice. There is a little stream on the mauka side where the kids were busy catching guppies. They also had the volleyball net set up ready to serve. Clothes washer and Dryer in back. Also with permission from Laura, we set up tents in the back jus to give the kids a camping experience and they enjoyed it a lot... All in all, our group was disappointed to leave because this was such an awesome experience. Laura was not to far away if we needed to contact her, only time we had to contact her was to say hello and then at the end to say farewell and that we will be back... Pick this place up for your next event, large groups esp.

• Reviewer: Veronica

  Comments: Hello Laura, What a great vacation my Family and I had. Staying at your house was the best thing we did. We were able to cook our own meals,wash cloth have the kids play and run outside they play with the chickens saw the fish and turtles in the creek. In a hotel we would not have been able to do all that. We were so close to the beach, stores, hiking waterfalls, restaurants and a food truck market. The house was fully loaded with things that we needed. Like dishes, pots & pans, crockpot, coffee machine, towels, soap, blankets and soooooo much more. We bought some beach toys, volley ball, tennis racquets and donated them to your house for future visitors. My sister and I would wake up every morning have our coffee on the front porch and enjoy the beautiful view. I would suggest you having some fold out chairs maybe 4 per unit so when people go to the beach they have something to sit on, also cleaning supplies, kitchen sponge and small kitchen cleaning cloths. We rented the whole house and it was perfect for us we had so much space for 11 people. I would recommend this place to family and friends. I will be back soon I hope God willing. Thank you Laura Aloha

• Reviewer: Davy

  Comments: Laura's home was perfect for the occasion. e booked Laura's home alongside the estate next door for a 4-day wedding extravaganza. Roomy and comfortable, the rooms served the purpose of giving my parents an escape from the antics next door. Laura was extremely accommodating and a superb host. Would definitely book again! Thank you Laura!

• Reviewer: Josh

  Comments: We rented both units to accommodate a family of 16 which allowed us to be together but also have our own space. Both units were updated and had high ceilings which was a really nice touch! All the rooms have their own AC unit but we didn’t have to use it too often since it was breezy in late April. The neighborhood is a little run down but offered a lot of seclusion and quiet. Location was great- 2 blocks away from the beach, close to Foodlands, drugstores & Polynesian Cultural Center. The extra amenities were nice - i.e. washer and dryer which allowed us to pack light. We highly recommend these units- it was perfect for our family reunion.

• Reviewer: Joshua

  Comments: Our family of 14+ people stayed at Laura's place during the first weeks of May. From the moment we arrived the place was everything we expected and more. Quick Summary: We would stay at Laura's place again if we were to visit the North Shore area. Things we liked - Large yard and rooms, big enough for big families - 2 separated suites for privacy - Very Clean - All rooms have an A/C and some rooms have access to ceiling fans - Appliances were up to date and modern - Washer and dryer - Area is very quiet - Close to the beach (1 min walk) and local shops (3 min drive) - Polynesian Cultural Center is a 5 minute drive - Beach towels, beach toys, and volleyball court w/volleyball were provided Things to consider - Beach access can be somewhat difficult with children as there are no cross walks and the road can be busy. - The beach itself is nice but it is just a a fairly narrow strip along the road - There is also a lot of stagnant water near the property which resulted in a lot of mosquitoes in the area

• Reviewer: Catherine

  Comments: The house is nicely updated and fairly well located, if you want to travel to the North Shore as well as the southeast. Very close to the Polynesian Cultural Center and Kualoa Ranch. Hauula itself is not the greatest area, but it does give you a real flavor of local life. Laura, our Host, was terrific- answered questions quickly and responded to requests promptly! This was a great vacation!

• Reviewer: Amanda

  Comments: Incredible stay at Laura's place! It was everything she said and more! The home is beautiful with a large yard. We grilled every night after walking home from the beach. Home had some amenity items left by previous renters, we also left some of the beach toys and items we did not use as well. Home was very large, A/C was great, plenty of towels, large fridge, and washer/dryer was great in addition to the grill and patio set. We would love to stay there again, an incredible value. Laura was readily available with any questions I had, answering every call quickly!

• Reviewer: Kirstin

  Comments: Laura’s home was a patch of paradise close to the North Shore. It was perfect for a large group and had many amenities that were not mentioned online: washer and dryer, lots of beach toys and equipment, a large yard, and plenty of left over toiletries from previous vacationers. No animals are allowed, but there are many chickens to entertain you. There is also a stream with fish on the side of the house which is very beautiful, but deep enough to require parents to be very vigilant when kids are outside. Lastly, Laura lives right next door and is very accessible if there are any issues.

• Reviewer: Woojeong

  Comments: 아주 훌륭하고 멋진 장소에 멋진 야드와 멋진 집이었습니다. 가족 모두가 사랑하게되었습니다. 너무 멋진 시간 보내기에 완벽한 장소와 분위기 최고였습니다! 감사합니다!

• Reviewer: Rose Ann

  Comments: We celebrated our 50th anniversary with 12 family members. We had plenty of room for all of us. We were impressed with how clean and well kept this property was. My family enjoyed barbeque, the stream that had a turtle in it. Playing volleyball in the large yard. Feeding the chicken was a favorite of all. Laura is a wonderful host she is so kind and helpful. We all will remember our trip with fond memories. Thankyou Laura for letting us stay at your home it made our trip. RoseAnn

• Reviewer: Jing & Vibhat

  Comments: A nice, clean place. No frills- e.g., no dishwasher, kitchen not stocked except for utensils, furniture is basic. Close to local windward beaches, but the neighborhood is a bit mixed, some run down houses and stores near by. Overall, reasonable value for a large group of you are not looking for the place you stay/sleep to be fancy.

• Reviewer: Steven

  Comments: We loved the clean spacious spaces and the location that was a quick walk to the beach. The house was in a quiet beautiful area, and shopping was close. We loved the part of the island we stayed on. This was a perfect place for a multi family group.

• Reviewer: Kim

  Comments: House was beautiful. It was my family first trip to Hawaii and Laura and her husband made us feel so welcome. House was clean and everything we needed was there. Location was within popular tourist area. Really short walk to the beach. Our children even had a blast playing volleyball in the big huge yard. Thank you again Laura, you made our trip amazingly unforgettable.

• Reviewer: Shari

  Comments: This is a great unit close to the beach and town. The kids really enjoyed the volleyball court and looking at the turtles and fish in the stream next to the house. There is ample parking space and the beds are extremely comfortable. The AC units in each room really made this house exceptional.

• Reviewer: Bradley

  Comments: Laura Mahalo for letting my ohana capture lifetime memories at your beautiful home in Hauula. Great big space , nice yard, and it is the perfect location to be away from the noise of a resort. The big Kitchen space allowed my uncle which is a executive chef on Kauai to cook alot of Ono (good) food for Ohana. We had an awesome time. Laura was fast with responding. She is one with pure aloha and a great host. What a weekend we had, one that we will cherish forever. We will definitely recommend your place and hopefully we will be back again one day. Aloha!

• Reviewer: Shardae

  Comments: This place is beautiful. You'll never be disappointed. Perfect location to walk to the beach and just minutes away from restaurants and grocery stores. There's also a volleyball net upon request. Which helps if you have a big group staying to keep them occupied. Rooms are perfect spacious size. Beds are awesome. AC was a plus in rooms and livingrooms. You just feel so relaxed here. My family and I are in love with this place and we highly recommend it.

• Reviewer: Paula

  Comments: Great home for our large family

• Reviewer: Nancy

  Comments: This is a great vacation rental and has space for a large group but still privacy. It is a duplex and we were able to keep the smaller children on one side and the older children and adults on the other side which gave the baby a quiet area for napping while we still could play games and prepare meals .on the other side. it is well equipped and fairly modern and the beds were clean and comfortable. There were plenty of towels for everyone and dishes. Good location and close to beaches, a grocery store and eateries. I would definitely stay there again. Nancy Bossard

• Reviewer: Linda

  Comments: This place is a duplex which was great for our large extended family. The kids love chasing the chickens around the huge front yard. The beach is a short walk from the house. Overall good stay.

• Reviewer: 문영

  Comments: 로라의 집은 몹시 편안하고 깨끗했습니다. 사진보다 더 좋았던것 같아요. 정사각형의 집이 두개로 나눠져 출입문이 따로 있는 형태로 집하나당 한가족이 묵기 편리합니다. 저희는 남 녀로 나누어 잘 지내고 왔습니다. 렌트카로 5분 거리에 마켓, ppc 가 있어 편리한 위치이구요. 옆에 개울이있어 모기는 좀 있습니다. 하와이에서 묵은 에어비앤비중 가성비가 가장 훌륭하다고 생각됩니다. 숯불에 구워먹은 티본스테이크는 아직도 잊을 수 없구요. 집앞에서 조금만 걸어나가면 더 버스를 타고 노스쇼어를 다 다닐 수 있어요. 할레이바 마을에 가서 쿠아아이나버거 꼭 드시길 알로하 ~감사합니다 .로라♡

• Reviewer: Brenda

  Comments: Laura's home was beautiful, nice and comfortable place for my family and my sister's family to stay in. It was nice that we could rent it all at once and it was a duplex so we could still stay together but have our privacy. The location is a bit far from Waikiki, but I already knew and expected that. Waikiki is too busy for me. This area is nice, calm and relaxing. Close to Polynesian Cultural Center and Kualoa Ranch. It had a washer/dryer, all the dish amenities and it also has WIFI. I would definitely recommend Laura's home. Besides the wifi hiccup in the beginning, Laura was responsive from beginning to end and was very very helpful with anything I needed. She responded promptly unless it was passed bedtime :). Mahalo Laura and blessings to your family for allowing us to reside in such a beautiful home.

• Reviewer: Sungwook

  Comments: 섬의 위치마다 날씨가 다른 것 같은데 계절에 따라 참고하시면 더 좋은 계획을 세울 수 있을 것입니다.