★ Mar/Apr Discount ★ Beachfront/Remodeled 2017/18.

Reviews

• Reviewer: Joanne

  Comments: We just got back from a very enjoyable one week stay at this lovely beach front home. My only regret is that we could not stay longer! We stayed with another family so there were 8 of us in total, with four being teenagers. The set up in this home was perfect, as our kids all slept downstairs, which gave them their own privacy and space. The kitchen was well equipped (although a griddle would be a great addition!) and there were more than enough linens, including beach towels, for everyone. The house was clean and has a great layout with amazing views of the ocean from almost every room. You can not get any closer to the water! The ocean is literally steps from the lower deck and for most of our stay, we had the entire beach to ourselves. Sigh. Just thinking about it and I feel the stress melting away....... This house is located about 5 minutes from the Polynesian Cultural Centre and is at the gateway to the various North Shore beaches and towns. There is ample grocery shopping nearby. I highly recommend this house if you want an authentic, relaxing, non-touristy Hawaiian experience.

• Reviewer: Carol

  Comments: Fabulous house and brilliant outlook. Really well equipped house. Only negative was traffic noise from second bedroom upstairs

• Reviewer: Jessica

  Comments: How was just as described and very clean. We had a few minor issues and Shawn was very prompt with responding and resolving the issues.

• Reviewer: Kathrin

  Comments: Das Haus entsprach zu 100 % der Beschreibung. Wunderbar ruhig gelegen, sehr sauber und gepflegt!! Wer sich fernab vom touristischen Trubel erholen will ist hier richtig. Vielen Dank für einen traumhaften Urlaub!

• Reviewer: Anne

  Comments: Our host made us feel very welcome! The location was wonderful - right on the ocean. The waves lulled us to sleep when we turned off the air in just the master bedroom. We closed the door and kept the AC on in the rest of the house. We spent much time outside. There was something for everyone… and more! We used kayaks, life jackets in different sizes, floating rings, beach and sand toys, places to wash off sand, places to sit in the shade or the sun, beach towels, fins and snorkels, a grill, and three different outside lanais. Inside we enjoyed a well equipped kitchen, plenty of beds and towels, the decor as a collection of art and items of interest, the book collection with the ability to trade, and the book with expectations and additional activities listed. We also liked the guest book as it is fun to see where people are from who stay there. The people in the little stores across the street were very friendly and we shopped there for last day souvenirs! We found a place to snorkel down by the Hauuka public beach just about a 1/4 mile away and some hiked a trail just up the road. We used this home as a family vacation spot so three generations could be together and yet go off and explore as desired. This worked very well! We would come back again, which is one of our highest forms of recommendation!

• Reviewer: Bruce

  Comments: Shawn made our stay easy and every thing that was stated in the listing was as promised. The house was beautiful right on the water and we all enjoyed the water toys made available to us from Shawn. When we go back to Oahu this is the place we will stay.

• Reviewer: New

  Comments: Our visit to the north shore of Oahu was fantastic. The beach house was perfect for my family of 6 with one 10-month old. We had a pack n play crib and high chair and all the beach toys at our disposal. The kayaks were fun and used the beach chairs, cooler, umbrella and toys a lot. Loved the north shore laid back vibe, much different than being in Honolulu. The owner"s recommendations on where to go and what to see were invaluable but very used so it needs another printing. Map was missing too. Shawn was great in answering questions ahead of time so we knew what to expect. House is in the perfect location (tho it took getting used to pulling out onto the street from the drive-Hawaiian drivers are friendly). Had a great vacation.

• Reviewer: Annette

  Comments: What a great stay, we loved the Beach house! Beautiful view on the ocean, the beach and sea just a fee steps away from the sundeck. Very clean house, exceptionnally pretty surroundings. We would for sure come back to this place!

• Reviewer: Laura

  Comments: The house was as well displayed on your website. Very hot while we were there so the air conditioning was a blessing. The house was well set up for a family to move in and live for a few days

• Reviewer: Miloslaw

  Comments: The place was even better than in the photos - roomy, clean, well equipped, and with beautiful view. It was raining the entire week, so we had ample opportunity to enjoy the house and its amenities. Everything was well prepared and documented, so when we had to refill a propane tank, a single text message was all that was required. Kayaks were a lot of fun, as was grilling on the patio. Overall a perfect experience!

• Reviewer: Ragnhild

  Comments: We had a fantastic time at Shawn's beach house. The location was great for both the North Shore and Honolulu. Really nice swimming beach in front of the house. The house itself was clean, comfortable and well equipped.

• Reviewer: Kim

  Comments: The Beach house was spectacular. Truly a wonderful way to spend a week in Hawaii, far enough away from the crowded city but close enough to make a trip to a museum or cultural event. The beach was beautiful, the house was clean and had everything a person could possibly need. We actually didn't need to contact Shawn for anything (sorry, but you're setup is just that good!). Everyone is already planning their next trips!!

• Reviewer: Lindsay

  Comments: We loved our stay at Shawn's Beachfront House! Can't imagine why anyone would want to stay in Honolulu. The house is convenient to everything - all the great views, beaches, fab food finds, charter fishing - and has a great layout and fantastic views. We would definitely stay here again!

• Reviewer: Hunter

  Comments: This house is just awesome, quite possibly my dream beach house! We had an amazing family time and quite honestly the house is decked out with all that you need to have a fantastic Hawaiian vacation. Shawn was very easy to communicate with, the check-in process was a breeze, this is a five star home and we just couldn't have had a better stay! Thank you Shawn for such a beautiful home, we'll definitely be returning hopefully next year!

• Reviewer: Sara

  Comments: We had such a good time at the beach house! The beach is right outside your back door with great views from the upstairs as well! We had lots of great meals on the back porch which is really great for entertaining. The house is also really well-stocked with everything you would need for a great beach day - towels, sand toys, even kayaks! It was a great part of our week on Oahu!

• Reviewer: Eric

  Comments: This was a fantastic place to stay for our vacation! Beautiful location, far away from tourist areas, but easy to get places. The house had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Absolutely look forward to going back some day. Mahalo!

• Reviewer: Lesley

  Comments: The house was very clean on arrival, and had everything that we needed. We especially appreciated the snorkle gear and boogie board! Great house for kids too, with a small spot to dig sand in the enclosed backyard, and of course, on the beach! Beautiful house The house is on a main road, so caution with little ones.

• Reviewer: Bob

  Comments: Shawn is a great host. The house was ready for us when he said it would be. The house is well stocked with everything you will need. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Shawn!

• Reviewer: Toni

  Comments: This beach house was perfect for a much needed family vacation! Everything was as described and the house/beach were even nicer than the photos. It was a wonderful trip and we would definitely come back here.

• Reviewer: Osama

  Comments: The house is great very nice.. love it so much

• Reviewer: Rick

  Comments: It was perfect! The house is very well equipped and very comfortable. We felt like we were at our own home.

• Reviewer: Ethan

  Comments: Highly recommend

• Reviewer: Jessica

  Comments: Wow! After reading the reviews, my family and I had high expectations of the home. We were blown away by the amazing views and spaciousness of the home. My family of 6 had plenty of space for relaxing privately and gathering as a group with the open floor plan. The home was well equipped with everything we needed, very clean and tastefully decorated with local artwork; it truly felt like home. The location was absolutely ideal for us being a walk or short drive away from scenic hikes, snorkeling, paddle boarding. There is a reef just off the shore where you kayak to and swim with sea turtles. A munk seal swam onto shore just a few houses down from us. It was easy for us to visit the tourist hotspots of Waikiki or drive up to North Shore to catch some waves. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Oahu.

• Reviewer: Robert

  Comments: Aloha Shawn we stayed at your lovely home for two weeks and had a truly enjoyable time. We were there for our daughter's wedding. It was as advertised a beautiful beach the home was clean and well equipped with all the amenity's, two kayaks, chest full of snorkeling gear, bbq. The weather was rainy the first day then sunshine the rest and blustfully winds. The living conditions were very comfortable for three couples, some very minor issues screen doors down stairs fall off, the master bedroom sliding door does not lock I don't think any one can get on a balcony anyhow. These are small issues that would not stop us from renting here again. ps we would like to send a special hello to our new friend Wilson, the coconut, who washed ashore to greet us. So with a fond mahalo we say aloha eh from your new Canadian friends the Woodwards

• Reviewer: Paula

  Comments: Nice place to stay. Was quiet!

• Reviewer: Justin

  Comments: We loved our stay at the Wind Ward house in Hauula. It was a beautiful location and we loved sitting out on the balcony and listening to the waves. The pictures were a very accurate representation of the quality and the beauty inside and out. We took the kayaks out on the water a number of times and thoroughly enjoyed it. We'd highly recommend this house and would stay here again.

• Reviewer: Jenny

  Comments: One of those places where it is totally awesomeness and the host is spot on. Easy to book and the host responded to our emails right away with all the info we required. Don't look farther if you want a dynamite Hawaii experience out of the hubbub of the big city, perfectly appointed, and right on the beach!

• Reviewer: Joseph

  Comments: Great place. Lots of room and nice to have all the beach items (chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, snorkel gear, reef shoes, etc. Awesome outside dining area and barbecue. A bit rough for snorkeling behind the house, but still saw a turtle off the back of the reef right behind the house. Shawn was a great host and responded very quickly to all of our questions. We left some items there in a drawer and Shawn was so quick to help. It was much appreciated!!!

• Reviewer: Julie

  Comments: The front and inside of Shawn's place are beautiful, but the back of the house is breathtaking. The direct beach access, view, and sound of the ocean made the trip for us. The home has some quirks, e.g., the sliding doors have a mind of their own, but Shawn installed wall locks that are much easier to latch. Overall the place is lovely, updated, and clean. The house also has more amenities than I was expecting: a hairdryer, washer and dryer, plenty of kitchen and beach supplies, and lots in the pantry. Shawn and his onsite contact were very attentive to our needs and responded to us rapidly both before and during our stay. What's more, we had daily sightings of sea turtles and a Hawaiian monk seal right from the balcony. Can't beat that.

• Reviewer: Matt

  Comments: Love this house and our trip. Shawn was very easy to work with and responded promptly to any questions I had. The kayaks, body boards, and snorkel gear provided a great value as we used them a lot. Loved waking up and watching the sunrise on the beach and being able to enjoy the views and the sounds of the ocean from the lanai's. Overall a great stay and very fond of the house we stayed in.

• Reviewer: Ryan

  Comments: This place is great! You should definitely take up the opportunity to stay here. It is literally on the beach too which is absolutely lovely to wake up to. Shawn is a fantastic host too. He is incredibly helpful and very responsive. Me and my family absolutely loved staying here and highly recommend it.

• Reviewer: Wanda

  Comments: Great location. Right on the beach within walking distance of a grocery and drug store. We saw a turtle at least three times from the dining room window. Nice having the snorkel gear and boogie boards. The kayak was fun, but the weather was a bit stormy to go out much while we were there. Upstairs was very nice - roomy living room, enough space for dining and a well-stocked kitchen.

• Reviewer: Jeff

  Comments: Excellent host. Clear and concise communication quickly in regards to the property. Thanks Shawn. :)