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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Anahola, HI
  • Place, Moloaa Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moloaa Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Poipu Beach
    ‪65 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kilauea

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Kilauea vacation home, you'll find Moloaa Bay and Moloaa Beach. Also, Ka Lae Amana is within 3 miles (5 km) and Pakala Point Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moloaa Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Moloaa Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Anini Beach - 23 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 39 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Poipu Beach - 65 min drive - 40.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Bar Kilauea - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kilauea Bakery & Pizzeria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mandala Living Foods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Java Kai Bar Coffee Roasters - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Nanea Coffee Truck - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location

Carved into a mountain and Perched on a bluff with Stunning 280 degree Beach front Amazing Views. This locations is Unique, one of thr best on the island. With Unspoiled Beauty with a Raw Organic feel to it. Just a few Steps away to a golden Sandy Beach. The reef is Amazing , great for snorkeling and other activities. it can only seen from this property. Many locals say that It is the Trump Card of "Moloaa Bay." There is no other place like it . If you like the hustle and Bustle that you have at resorts with lots of people and pools, this is not the place for you. Truely a place of tranquilty and Serenity. Relax and unwind. Lots of fum activities for Family fun.
Many Beachfront properties lack privacy because of being at sea level. Tourist can park there beach gear right in front of your view for the day, taking away the aviance and privacy. The views from the bluff are absolutely stunning, so much more advantageous from higher up, yet and only a few steps to a beautiful white sandy beach. Sometimes monk seals will come in to bask in the sun. Its not uncommon to see a pod of dolphins come in to the bay.
Its a Historical Hawaiian style home that brings you back into that era. Giving you the true feeling of Hawaiian heritage . A charming bungalow with Many updates. The shower has been replaced with a beautiful Green bamboo tile shower. But many guests prefer to use the outdoor shower. New living furniture set with 2 beautiful sofas. with French doors leading out from the kitchen. The views are amazing right from the Master Beautiful teak canopy bed with French doors leading out to the yard. Outdoor dining Under The lighted Pavilion which features a Gas and kettle BBQ 's for a Great Outdoor dining cqqFrench doors in the front master suite brings in those beautiful trade winds. A new TV Console, Nice dining room table that seats 6 plus outdoor dining table under covered pavillion. There is a second Pavilion at the end of a spacious lawn area by a fire pit, which is truly a wonderful place to hang out during the day for shade and relaxation. In the evening The whole family will love to roast marshmallows while gazing at the stars. Have a glass of Vino while listening to the waves. Its truly lovely to look at the ocean at night with the few homes on the bay lighting up the shore with little twinkling lights. Its Truly a wonderful place for a family a vacation or a romantic getaway.
Please note: Before booking this property it is located in a tsunami zone Emergency phone numbers and evacuation routes are posted at house along with House rules . In addition also See Evacuation Route Map in Photos. Please note the beach equipment including Kayaks are provided at no extra cost for your enjoyment and are used at your own risk.

Note...There are 2 vehicles parked on the property. Backing behind the van to turn around is advised.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is possible 30 feet away from the building

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash any wet or damp towels before leaving that would be much appreciated❤️
Place garbage in black liner and put near driveway. Jason will take it for you. Please turn ON light in bathroom on the left of door leading out to driveway before departing. Dbl check doors, locked
Snorkel gear and beach chairs are located on the sides of the shed in a deck box. Please rinse off & neatly put back for the next guest to enjoy! Kayaks & beach equipment are used at your own risk?
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Events and extra guest parties are not permitted. However are reunions, receptions retreats are permitted at an additional cost in advance.
Please take out county trash can on Sunday night to the corner of Kuono Rd. And Molooa Rd. Right down from the NO OUTLET sign . Big Mahalo!
Please Rinse off all sand at outdoor shower. There is an extra cleaning fee for excessive sand in the house Mahalo for leaving slippers outside .

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Keep a watch children in the front yard.

Events

No events allowed
Events are possible with advance notice with a fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is possible 30 feet away from the building

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events are possible with advance notice with a fee
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Events are possible with advance notice with a fee Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 490090040000, TA-055-026-6880-01, GE-055-026-6880-01

Frequently asked questions

How close is Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location to downtown Kilauea?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi away from Kilauea.

Relax & Unwind: Private Beachfront Escape with Stunning Views, Amazing Location Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a completely relaxing vacation and Christmas holiday. The house had all the amenities that we needed to be able to cook most of our meals. The view of the bay and hearing the waves crash against the shore at night was lovely. The beach access is great and the water was warm. We cannot wait to return for our next beach vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful staycation here at Lynn’s place! She was the sweetest to communicate with and was helpful! Enjoyed the beautiful views of Moloa’a bay!! Our teens enjoyed fishing and exploring the beach. Looking forward to our return the Moloa’a sometime soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JS G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just an amazing property, we didn't want to leave. Great snorkeling, and the beach is very private. Definitely would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great away from it all location

Our family loved 4 days here. It's really off the beaten path. Ideal if you want to be away from it all. Shops and restaurants are only a 20 minute drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and location

This was a fantastic place to stay, a really unique location with easy access to the beach. The host was very communicative and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The location can not be beat. The view is stunning. The house needs some repair/updating.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Ocean View

The location is great. Quick walk down to a sandy beach. Water is clear and great swimming. We were lucky to be there during whale season and could watch them from sitting in the yard. We had a group of 7 adults and the property provided lots of room for everyone to sleep and enjoy time together both inside and outside.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Our family of 4 adults and 2 children had a wonderful stay. We were able to check in early to enjoy a sunny day at the beach which was a short walk down the driveway with cart already packed with beach chairs, cooler, and towels. The house had everything we needed to stay in and cook so we could spend more time watching whales from the gazebo. The host was very helpful. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Location!!

Absolutely gorgeous views from the outside gazebos!!! Very private, and felt like a step back in time on the lovely uncrowded beach, with good snorkeling around the reef. Woderful spot for a family vacation. House is comfortable, though there were issues with the stove during our stay. Host was attentive & is working on improving the property.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded and Beautiful

From the private grounds overlooking gorgeous Moloa’a Bay, to the uncrowded beach you will have the pleasure of relaxing on and swimming or snorkeling near the reef, this property’s location is very special. We saw spinner dolphins, sea turtles, monk seals, and countless fish.The house was clean, comfortable, and accurately described. And when questions or issues did arise, the host was responsive and kind--a big plus and something that we have not always experienced with vacation rentals. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing like it!

Feel so lucky that someone could have a home like this and share it! Amazing location! Truly nothing like it. Our family enjoyed this home every day! Neighbors were super cool and we really felt like we lived here. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Moloa'a visit #3

Spectacular, secluded location on the Moloa'a Bay, steps from the beach and ocean. The house has some work in progress that should be completed soon. A stay in this house makes you feel what it was like to live in Kaua'i in the days before it became a huge tourist destination.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaena W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation in paradise

Our week here was awesome. The property and privacy cannot be beat. The house itself is a clean, older plantation style home with all of the amenities in the kitchen to cook delicious meals. Enjoyed streaming a couple of movies at night too. Beds were comfortable. Great washer and dryer in unit. Our home away from home. If you are desiring resort style accommodations then book at a resort. We loved the privacy of this rental and it had everything we needed. Would book again given the chance. One of the best on the ocean bookings we have ever made! Mahalao.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maureen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Kauai Graduation vacation

The property is beautiful. The property maintenance man is a gem. The house needs a few things tightened up so the outside doesn't come in. It is Hawaii and the outside frogs, spiders etc. are large. We showed the maintenance man a few things that were likely needed. The are plenty of fans and the house does cool off at night for comfortable sleeping. It can get warm inside with cooking but manageable. The beds are comfortable. I would stay here again but not with someone that is older and has some mobility issues. The driveway is very steep, much steeper than originally told. We had to drive the person to the easement and got yelled at by the neighbor. She's crabby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristin a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Million dollar view and privacy

We got in a little late and had some issues with getting in (locks in the dark for privacy gates). Lynn was completely accessible and talked us through other options. We had a couple of questions during our stay and she was always available to help. The property location can’t be beat. The beach is very private, the property gives you room to breathe. It’s a little quirky - as other reviews have said, it definitely feels like an authentic old-school home that you get to settle in to. Our family adored being able to grill out, walk to the beach, look for whales, and feel like we could relax. The location was great for exploring the whole island. We hope to come back in the future and stay here again - it’s a hidden gem for people who are not looking for a resort type stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location amazing trip

We really enjoyed our stay! The house sits overlooking incredible views. Just a very short walk to the sand, less than a minute. The house is well equipped and the layout is perfect. We were very comfortable in the beds! The property is beyond beautiful with luscious plants and trees. We had coffee every morning overlooking the beautiful water and low tide mornings. In the morning we saw many sea creatures in the rocks and reef be careful when you walk on the grass that you don’t step on a mollusk because they are good creatures! And be careful when walking on the reef that you don’t step on sea cucumbers and injure them. This is our 6th time to Moloa’a Bay, and we can’t wait to rent this house again. The owner was very nice and communicated well for the little things we had questions on. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house in a spectacular, magical location

Our family stayed here to celebrate my 75th birthday, and every day we pinched ourselves, thrilled to wake up to the spectacular view across the wide lawn overlooking a very private beach. this is not a "resort-type" home but an older, quirky plantation-style home that was perfect for our casual family. It's very private, and the first time a little hard to get to because it's down a long private road; but after that we had no problem. The house was well-equipped with appliances, barbecues, snorkeling equipment and beach toys for our three-year old. There were some issues with the stove; the owner had ordered a new one that was taking a while to come. So we happily barbecued in the outdoor pavilion! There are LOTS of mosquitoes, so we had to keep the doors closed at certain times of day; no air conditioning, but plenty of fans. This is a unique and beautiful property, in a magical location that we felt very lucky to stay in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

The view and location is perfection

The house sits on top of the bluff overlooking the bay. It is quite spectacular. The house is well appointed with body boards, beach chairs and sand toys. The grounds were so well kept with beautiful trees and mature tropical plants. My only complaint really had nothing or little to do with the property management and more with the guest before us. They were late checking out which meant we were late being able to check in. Check in was 4:00 but we got in at 5:30. We were not compensated for the late check in but the host was apologetic about it; explaining it was the people before us were late in leaving. (Fellow travelers please be courteous we had to eat cold take out and we had traveled all day and were looking forward to eating dinner right away). All in all waking up to the beautiful ocean was spectacular. The house is secluded from other people/neighbors making it an ideal get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Hawaiian Gem.

I stayed here with 4 other 40 year-adult college friends. My friends were new to the island, I was the tour guide. I’ve been to Kauai 20 times and have never been to Moloaa Beach because it is sooo private. This hands down is my favorite beach on Kauai. And this is the best house property on the bay. This is a real plantation style home with history. The owner is planning a remodel that would put this property way out of reach for the normal vacationer. Book now!! There are four private gates you must through to get to the beach and then this stunning property overlooking the crystal clear snorkeling and swimming bay. Huge private property with two gazebos we hung 5 hammocks from. (Bring hammocks!) It was perfect for us and I had a hard time getting my newbie friends to leave and explore the rest of the island. Phenomenal experience and a great helpful host on call. I will be back to this property and only this property for future trips. When we showed up we felt the photos on vrbo significantly downplayed this stunning property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Home Away from Home

This property was the perfect place for us. Nestled in the woods on a plateau overlooking Maloa'a Bay, there is comfort, privacy and the most wonderful views of the bay, the ocean, the mountains, the stars, the waves and all that they have to offer. It is ground level making it easy to access for those with mobility concerns. There were lots of dishes and cookware which meant our leaving the property happened very little. The furniture was all comfortable!!! What a treat that was. The beach is a short walk down the slightly steep driveway. Most of the folks on the beach were locals and were very helpful and pleasant. Joy was easily available via text for any questions we had. The property is not a new resort, it is an old family home. It was comfortable inside but more importantly, it was fabulous outside. The breeze was magnificent and even on the day it rained like cats and dogs, it was great to be all the different places on the property. Easy to take care of, too. This is my Hawaiian Home Away from Home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Bug infested

Issue number one: Bugs! Arrived found cockroaches and contacted owner about the bugs and being in the jungle were not surprised. Owner said they treated the home and bugs will be dying off. Bug sightings only increase during our stay, crawling on my brothers backs while sleeping, getting onto food in kitchen, falling from ceiling onto dinner plates and we had enough. Were able to contact VRBO and get reimbursed and leave the rental. Owners of the rental only reached out a day after we had left to ask what they could do to make our stay more comfortable. Issue number 2: Poor upkeep. Drawers broken, Toilet broken, 8 people had to use just one toilet. Freezer did not keep things cold. Overall there are better places to stay as we found once we moved to another rental. Maybe they address the issues but not worth the risk as they did not alert us to the toilet or bugs prior to arrival and clearly did not care about the comfort of their guests stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brody D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Amazing location, but know what to expect

My goal of this review is to provide prospective clients a very fair, well-rounded review of this property, so they can understand what to expect. As others have stated in their reviews, this property sits in an incredible location, overlooking Moloa’a bay. It offers a very unique combination of views but also great access to the beach in just a hundred foot walk or so down the hill from the house. Many mornings until about 9:30 or 10 AM, we had the beach nearly to ourselves. This house is located nearest the best swimming spot in the bay- as the easterly trade winds and tides can bring very strong currents into the bay, but the beach access nearest this property is the most protected part of the bay, and almost always provides great conditions for swimming. We enjoyed the opportunity to swim and snorkel right out in front of the house, and the home owners have plenty of snorkel gear that we borrowed for these adventures. I’ll make it clear- you choose this place for the location. Our theme for the week was “we’re living local, not living luxury” and “it’s like we’re glamping.” This was most evident by the number of creepy crawlers around. We saw a total of 15 roaches in the house had a number of small ants, and even killed a huge centipede (they can be nasty, beware!). The house is modest, but meets a reasonable standard otherwise. If you plan to work remotely from here, you better not need the internet. The WiFi service was very poor. Starlink could help.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Special location!

It seemed like the best locations in Hawaii are dominated by resorts and condos but then we found this spot. We prefer privacy but not isolation and Moloa'a Bay was perfect for us. Joy's rental was in a fantastic location, private but with a plateau above the beach where you can, from your lawn, see the entire bay, the few houses, and Kauai at its best. Two minute walk down the driveway to the beautiful beach. Access to the house is through two locked gates guaranteeing privacy, but we could get to Kilauea and Princeville for shopping in five or ten minutes. Larger Kapa'a in one direction and beautiful Hanalei in the other are only another five or ten minutes away. I would give the location at least eight stars for what we wanted. The house is not the $5-$10million estate you can find for thousands per night. It is a plantation home with some updates, a nice sitting room for viewing the sites, very comfortable master bedroom with a great view, plenty of additional sleeping spaces, laundry and outdoor (and indoor) shower, updated kitchen with modern appliances. We drank morning coffee under the gazebo, BBQed fresh opah and monchong under the second gazebo. My wife and I have been visiting the Hawaiian islands since the 1970s, and this two week stay was among our very favorites. Still a few improvements could be made to the home (and I believe they will be) but the second we arrived, we knew we had found the very special place we were looking for. We will not forget this visit, and we would absolutely book this unique place again, and again, and again. I almost didn't write this review because I know it will be harder to book once others discover how special Joy and Michaeal's place is!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moloaa Magic

My wife and I met and fell in love while we were living on Kauai back in 1984 . I used live in the 3 story home on the beach where the Moloaa stream runs into the bay in 1982 until Hurricane Iwa made the house uninhabitable. Mary and I were so excited to find this old Plantation style home perched over the bay with panoramic views of the bay and ocean. The privacy of the gated road up to the home with the 1 minute walk down the driveway to the beach below the home was awesome. This older home made us feel like we went back in time and were once again living back on Kauai. There was not one touch of “ Fancy Resort” with everything all shiny and new. Just plain old Hawaiian style casual beach house living. So if you want a 5 star resort this home is not for you. You will spend most of your time on the bay edge of the property taking in the waves breaking on the reef. We saw whales going by a 1/2 mile out and a pod of dolphins just outside the bay. 3 sea turtles were feeding below the house on the edge of the reef. The snorkeling in one of small shallow channels of the reef closest to the end of the beach below us was an easy swim and had clear water with fish grazing on the reef. The property is backed by thick steep jungly coastal foliage so you are at the edge of the normal Hawaiian mosquito zone. Keep the house doors closed and have bug repellent handy while barbecuing and sitting outside. No air conditioning but plenty fans. Tropical Moloaa Magic!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, LOCATION!

Very private. Sitting on a bluff overlooking a quiet bay. Watching whales and dolphins play in the water. Walking the beach and finding monk seals sleeping. Boogie boarding in crystal clear ocean. Snorkeling around the reef. ..... and you can do all that without getting into your car! Like other reviews have said, it is not a resort. But when you spend all your time outside soaking up the sun and beauty the inside is not so important. Beds were clean and comfortable. Back bedroom with attached bathroom has screens for windows, felt like you were sleeping outside! Clean bathrooms. Outdoor shower for rinsing the beach off. Big screen TV with comfy couch. Side room with another comfortable couch. Large dining room table. We did not eat meals at the house. Toaster oven for bagels in the morning, packed meat sandwiches and waters for picnic lunch and dinner out. Large fridge to hold waters to drink and freezer to hold waters for icepacks. Cooler provided. Two pavilions. One just off the dining room with table and chairs. One at the corner of bluff with chairs for relaxing. Boogie boards, swim noodles, beach chairs and blankets, snorkeling gear, sand toys all provided. Lynette was awesome and quick to respond whenever we had a question. She seemed genuinely happy to host us, treating us more like friends visiting than customers renting. I was the planner for my brother, husband and daughter. I had it narrowed to a beautiful condo in Princeville or this rustic home on Moa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024