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Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Koloa, Hawaii
  • Baby Beach
    1 min walk
  • Prince Kuhio Park
    3 min walk
  • Lawai Beach
    6 min walk
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    29 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove!

Perched above historic Koloa Landing, also known as Hanaka’ape Bay, Hale Honu boasts dominant bay and ocean views. Just off your private lanai is some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving the island has to offer. Giant sea turtles can be seen below swimming and sunning themselves on the rocks and during the winter months you can watch humpback whales breaching outside the reef.

Formerly known as Garden Isle Cottages Ocean Front, we are located in a quiet, coastal neighborhood nestled in tropical foliage, banana and plumeria trees. Two bedrooms and two baths plus upper and lower lounge areas and a full size kitchen make this a most comfortable home. Island casual furnishings offer comfort and functionality. Both upper and lower bedroom suites are air conditioned and identical in size. With approximately 1500 square feet of living area, this home is perfect for a small family or two couples.

On the water, quiet and wonderful, Hale Honu is simply one of the best deals around for oceanfront accommodations and also one of the most conveniently located as it is a short 5 minute walk to some of the best dining and shopping in Poipu at The Shops at Kukui’ula. 2 kings, 1 punee full size (daybed) Sleeps 4-6. AC is ONLY in bedrooms.

This property includes beach chairs, beach towels, a cooler and umbrella. Please feel free to call us if any of these items are missing during your stay.

*Reservation Fee of $150.00 is non-refundable upon cancellation. Please see guest rental agreement for all reservation requirements/conditions.

*For the latest travel guidelines to Kauai please contact our reservation team for assistance!

TVNC #1359

GE/TA #135-473-5616-01

This property is in a Tsunami Evacuation Zone. In an event a tsunami is detected as probable by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the Office of Emergency Preparedness of the County of Kauai will make the same known by sirens. Please evacuate Poipu in accordance to the evacuation plan provided to you prior to taking occupancy or that is located in the Guest Information Guide on property. We strongly encourage you to read the plan prior to taking occupancy.

Property manager

Garden Island Rentals
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English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 260070110000, GE-135-473-5616-01, TA-135-473-5616-01

About the area

Koloa

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa. While the natural beauty of Poipu Beach and Nawiliwili Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Nawiliwili Harbor. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and Allerton Garden are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Koloa, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Baby Beach - 1 min walk
  • Lawai Beach - 6 min walk
  • Poipu Shopping Village - 19 min walk
  • Kiahuna Beach - 6 min drive
  • Poipu Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lappert's Hawaii - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Honu - 5 Star Oceanfront Home Overlooking Turtle Cove! located?

Located in Poipu, this holiday home is steps from Baby Beach and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Poipu Beach. Prince Kuhio Park and Lawai Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

Wonderful stay- can't wait to return
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at Hale Honu. The location was perfect- just a few minutes to walk to Baby Beach or to the shopping center. My kids loved just watching the turtles swim around in the nearby stream. The house was beautiful- clean, well decorated and had every supply that we needed. The staff was responsive and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Karie P.

Hale Honu August 2024
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our third time staying at Hale Honu. Garden Island Rentals are amazing. Their attention to detail goes above and beyond any other rental property companies we have experienced. We visit Kauai every year and will always use Garden Isle Rentals.
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10/10 Excellent

BEVEREY M.

Looking For My Happy Place
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hale Honu was in tip top condition1 It was the cleanest rental I have ever been in and everything we needed was provided. Perfect vacation set up for a family and beautifully decorated. It was a great location and yes you will see turtles and monk seals! I was looking for a place that would make me not miss Lahaina so much and this was it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brady K.

10/10 Highly Recommended
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved every second of our stay! Would recommend this place to anybody.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Those views! Turtle Lovers Dream. Amazing Scuba and snorkeling out the back door!
Words cannot do this place justice! The bed was beyond comfortable. The short walks to baby beach, shopping, dining, Koloa landing just a few minutes away we're amazing and yet we still felt secluded and private. We loved seeing the turtles come in and out of the cove and snorkeling and scuba out in the bay are second to none. We hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

super stay at Hale Honu
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have visited Kauai for the past 3 years and this was our best experience yet. You couldn't ask for a better location with amazing ocean views, 5 minute walk to baby beach and of course turtles basking outside your lanai. The house is super clean, well maintained and stocked with everything you could possibly need. The Garden Island folks were very helpful and we met Joanne the owner who helped us out with a glitch with the gate code. Wonderful people, fantastic stay ! Thank you, we will be back !

10/10 Excellent

Collette G.

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Don’t look any further….TURTLES TURTLES everywhere!!!
Words can’t do this place justice. 2 parents and 4 teenagers stayed and everyone agreed, it was our amazing stay of all our trips. The house fit our group perfect and there were 2 people per bathroom and 2 im each bedroom. The upstairs has a couch and a futon type bed. It was too small to fit 2 teenagers but one was fine sleeping on the couch. The views are AMAZING!!! You see sunrises, turtles on rocks, turtles swimming, turtles sunbathing. The outdoor space is so nice to eat at, relax at and just chill. We spent a lot of time outdoors. You can snorkel just outside the house down the stairs and baby beach is a 2 minute walk. You can walk to all the stores. The location is perfect to get to everything within 40 minutes. We will absolutely be back!!!! We would highly recommend this stay to anyone. It was absolute perfection!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Honu
We couldn’t have been more pleased with this stay, it was like home away from home. Property is 100% immaculate, no details were sparred. Wonderful neighborhood and easy access to amenities. We utilized the outdoor grill and enjoyed home cook meals most of our stay, all kitchen supplies made this very easy. We definitely recommend and plan to book again in the not to distant future. Thank you for a remarkable stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karie P.

Hale Honu 07/23
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love staying at this beautiful home!! Best location & watching the turtles is so fun.

10/10 Excellent

bridget m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We loved staying at the perfectly named Hale Honu. The house is beautiful and in a great location. We watched the turtles and enjoyed using the bbq and eating meals outside. There are so many beautiful plants in the gardens and a wonderful view of the river and the ocean. Many beautiful beaches are within walking distance. We would highly recommend a stay at this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hard To Say Goodbye
Hale Honu made our family getaway to Kauai a dream! The pictures do not do this house justice. It was a beautiful home and it was hard to say goodbye. We enjoyed morning coffee while watching our new friends, the sea turtles from our patio. The view from both patios was amazing. Evening drinks on the patio was even better. The beds were huge and comfortable., the kitchen was a dream to cook in and the bathrooms had amazing showers with the best water pressure. The A/C in each bedroom made our nights very comfortable. Hale Honu thank you for a wonderful getaway! Until next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R., Studio City, CA

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Wonderful property
A quiet little pocket yet walkable to everything, beautiful views, responsive host -impeccably clean and well-maintained property. Much better than a resort. Kitchen fully stocked with clean, well kept cutlery, etc. Beautiful aesthetic interior design keeping the uniqueness of Kauai and its untouched lush nature feel with you at all times. A gem
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Lovely Stay in Kauai
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our third time renting the house. It is--in my wife's words "tight" which means the house is thoughtfully designed. The location is ideal and to get a better house in this area, you'd have to pay in excess of $1,500 per night.
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10/10 Excellent

Elliot F.

Outstanding!!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is magnificent in all ways. Beautiful views of the ocean and beach, with turtles hanging out. Easy walk to restaurants and beaches. The breeze comes through the windows! no need for AC.
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan H., Princeton, TX

Fantastic!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This vacation rental is an absolute DREAM! It was immaculate and very up to date/modernized. We traveled to Maui a few years back and this is when we learned that air conditioning was not “common” in Hawaii. I was hopeful since there were only units in the bedrooms that we wouldn’t be miserable. It was so breezy with the sliding doors open upstairs and down that air conditioning was absolutely not needed. We spent most of our time on the lanai watching the turtles. At the end of our trip (sadly) we discovered there was access to actually swim with the turtles. This hidden gem was just steps from the front door around the corner. We would definitely recommend staying here, you won’t regret it!!

10/10 Excellent

Lin C., Arizona

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Beautiful property!
This house is fantastic. Beautifully decorated and maintained. Kitchen has everything you need or want. The view from the decks is awesome. 27 sea turtles on the rocks one morning! Close to beaches, dining and shopping. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P., San Marino, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay
We were thrilled to return to this beautiful home again this year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Honu Perfect Vacation Home
Pictures online do not do this property justice!! From the moment we walked through the gate our jaws dropped! So much charm. The windows and doors, the decor, the views, the sound of the waves and the constant trade winds coming through was spectacular. Waking up every morning to watch the sea turtles head out to the ocean & waiting for them each night to come back to the cove was so fun. The location was perfect and walking distance to great shops and only a mile drive to our favorite beach @ the Sheraton. We loved our stay so much, we booked it again for next year. The house was fully stocked with all the necessities. Garden Isle Rentals were wonderful and I loved their communication with us via text from the moment we landed on the island!! Mahalo!!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Vacation Home
Tastefully updated home with everything a family needs. Great location that is minutes away from baby beach sunsets. Turtles and seals outside the back door. Incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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Fantastically Perfect
If you’re on the fence about booking this property, jump off and book it. We loved everything about it and WILL be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruxandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best rental property we 've rented in a long time!
Excellent location, perfectly maintained vacation rental property, extremely clean, updated, a fully stocked kitchen where we prepared a few meals, comfortable beds, and very clean towels! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best view on the island
If you enjoy watching turtles then this view will never get old. Not to mention the sound of the waves, it so soothing and you will sleep like a baby. Perfect location to walk to a small sandy beach a block away. The condo is very nice for cooking and bbq. We enjoyed the comfort of the unit and the view. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Beautifully designed and appointed, well equipped kitchen. We were sad to leave
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A-mazing!!
Everything was absolutely perfect… the home, the amenities, the location. Loved, loved, loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
This property is just great. Nice location, good size for up to six people. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and can enthusiastically recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

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