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The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View

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Relax and come stay awhile watching for whales and gorgeous sunsets!
Eat a delicious meal, plan your next days activities or play some games at the table!
Look out for whales during whale season!
Welcome to The Turquoise Turtle. Your home away from home in Kauai. Enjoy the ocean views from the living room!
Ocean views from the primary bedroom. Also, a large armoire for your belongings.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 657.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Koloa, HI
  • Poipu Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Shipwreck Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kiahuna Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View

This is one of the only homes in the area with Air Conditioning! This updated, modern condo is light, open and airy. The perfect place to relax in paradise!

The lanai is a great place to watch the waves roll in and, in winter, you may see humpback whales playing off shore -- spouting, breaching and putting on a fabulous show. Enjoy morning coffee here and iced tea or cocktails in the evening.

The resort is quiet and casual with views of the ocean. It is in a residential area with very green, beautiful leafy plants and tropical flowers. There are tennis courts and a shared pool/hot tub in the resort.

There are several beaches within walking distance. A short, scenic walk to the east along the ocean takes you to the Grand Hyatt and Shipwrecks Beach. A short walk to the west takes you to turtle coves, Brennecke's Beach for body surfing, and to famous Poipu Beach for family fun. Poipu Beach Park is a great protected area for swimming, snorkeling, and boogie boarding. There are restrooms, showers and picnic tables. Right across the street is a restaurant and a place to get shaved ice. Poipu Beach Athletic Club has tennis courts. Shopping and restaurants can be found in Kukui'ula Village Shopping Center and Poipu Shopping Village.

If you have dreamed of seeing a sea turtle, look no further than Brennecke's Beach just down the street! You will see sea turtles in the waves of the coves just east of Brennecke's Beach and often turtles and monk seals will sun themselves on the sand of these beaches. Don't miss the sunset from the benches on Makahuena Point on the makai (ocean) side of the pool area.

The home has a full kitchen with granite counters and is fully stocked with appliances, cookware and tableware suitable for fixing anything from a snack to a gourmet meal.

There are two separate bedroom suites complete with private bathrooms. Enjoy the king-sized bed in the primary suite and wake up to the sunrise over the blue Pacific without moving a toe. The guest suite also has a king sized bed.

Both bathrooms have been recently renovated, and the entire home was recently painted. The primary bath has floor-to-ceiling tile with glass block and granite features. The guest bath has a granite counter and new tub and tile. The washer and dryer are located just off the guest suite hallway.

Property Highlights
Location on south shore in Poipu
Location right on the beach, beautiful view of the ocean from lanai
Walking trails - historic Koloa trail
Walk or short drive to beaches
Spacious & modern

Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1 - King Bed (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 2 - King Bed (Sleeps 2)
Living room - Pull out Queen Sofa Bed (Sleeps 2)

Location
Beach Proximity - less than 10-minute walk to Brennecke's Beach
Nearest Supermarket - 5-minute drive to Poipu Shopping Village
Distance to the Airport - 30-minute drive to Lihue Airport

Nearby Attractions
Brennecke's Beach - 5-minute drive
Poipu Beach Park - 5-minute drive
Kaihuna Golf Club - about 5-minute drive
Shipwreck's Beach - about 5-minute drive

---Things to Note---
1. There is parking space for one car.
2. There are cameras in the parking lot as well as pool area. No cameras inside the unit.
3. The air conditioning unit is in the main living space only.
4. There is ongoing construction on neighboring property.

TMK 280200030059.
GE-048-471-0912-01
TA-048-471-0912-01

Property manager

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Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 280200030059, GE-048-471-0912-01, TA-048-471-0912-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Koloa

Located in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. 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 CJM Country Stables are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Brennecke Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Poipu Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shipwreck Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiahuna Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lawai Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Turquoise Turtle - AC / Pool / Ocean View located?

Located in Poipu, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Keoniloa Bay and Poipu Beach. Brennecke Beach and Poipu Kai Tennis Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alice D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing Experience

Staying at this property I feel compelled to share my experience thus far, as it has fallen well short of expectations.First and foremost, the information provided prior to and upon arrival was completely inadequate. There was no mention of the required parking pass, which I only learned about after wandering the condo complex and asking others. This caused unnecessary confusion and stress at check-in.The TV situation has also been frustrating. The remote is outdated and barely functional, and I was unable to sign out of the previous guest’s Amazon Prime account—raising privacy concerns and preventing us from watching anything personalized for our family reunion. Something as simple as watching a meaningful movie together became a hassle.No information about the need for pool keys or other aspects of this setting.The unit is also very noisy. There was a domestic dispute downstairs during our stay, and the overall environment is far busier and louder than suggested in the listing.Make no mistake this is not a resort complex but an active community where people live, is very noisy in the early morning. To make matters worse, communication from both the owner and their listed contact has been weak at best—slow, unhelpful, and not particularly solution-oriented. For anyone expecting a seamless experience or attentive hosting, this property does not deliver.Would not recommend unless significant changes are made to the way the property is managed and communicated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

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

Great view!!

The pool was wonderful. The condo was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Kauai

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your condo!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Place for the family

Great place for this leg of our Family vacation. Everything we needed was provided by the owner. Photos need to be updated on VRBO as there is new construction next door that is directly viewed from the patio.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing

We had a great time. A very beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Should be up dated

Needs to be up dated. Cupboards are old, don't close well and are painted. Stove top elements didn't heat well. Lanai had temporary supports for safety.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Danya and Shawn T.

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

Ocean view

Condo over all was clean and had amazing beds. Down side is we were not made aware that the lanai was not usable until we arrived and seen note on the door. At the time of the booking it was available. The hot tub at the complex was down also. After stopping for a weeks worth of food, to save money amd eat in. We ended up having to throw most of it out. As the refrigerator went out the following day. So cost more money to eat out. They did have a cooler, but no where close to get ice. The unit is up stairs which wasn't bad. Overall it was an okay unit. Just a few frustrating things that will keep us from booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Seattle

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

Beautiful place for a family vacation

Great 2 bed, convenient location, and nice property. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Isaac R.

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

Great location

Clean condo. Had all the utensils, pots, needed for cooking. Fabulous location. Mere minutes walk doen to the ocean. Would have been nice to have use of the deck. But it was undergoing maintenance.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia A L.

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

The view

The view was beautiful, what ever problems were
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tietjen H.

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

Great spot!

Awesome beds in a lovely complex.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Jane M.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

4204

This is a very old property with many steps. I left a detailed list of 17 things that you should know about to rectify which we were not happy with. You can contact the property manager or me for more details. The shower didn’t work, the washer doesn’t fill adequately, dirt and mold in the air conditioner to name a few.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nikki A.

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

Great

We enjoyed the location of this property and sitting out in the patio. For the most part, the place looked clean, but we found a used towel left hanging on the bathroom door upon check-in and a small cockroach that came in/out from behind the master bathroom mirror! It also gets hot in the master bedroom so we had to keep the sliding door open to allow air-conditioned air in. Overall, despite these two issues, it was a comfortable stay and an even nicer location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Darlene C.

Liked: Check-in, location

Know why it's called the garden isle

Rain....rain and more rain... Oh and windy!! Super windy. Maybe not the best time of year. First time to Kauai and found it very lovely but very expensive...more than Maui. Need a car for sure to get around. Not too impressed with the unit. Not sure when it was cleaned last ...found a black hair in the bed and I am blonde gray...blood on the comforter in the other room. Little dated and sure not worth what we paid. Cuz it's Kauai? Orange snow fence around the glass on the deck.... does the unit have issues?? We were not too impressed ...probs last time booking with VRBO because the unit Maui last year was worst
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Great Rental

Everything was as expected. It was clean and quiet with nice amenities like a community pool/hottub, beach stuff in the closet, beach towels, and a well stocked kitchen in regards to pots/pans, cups, utensils, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Satish N.

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

Pleasant property

Its a very pleasant and convenient property. Manager is very responsive and cooperative.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very Noisy Unit

The unit is on the second floor and very noisy with people walking around upstairs at all hours of the night. We would wake up at 3am to the sound of footsteps- and at 6am, etc. so there must be very little insulation between the floors. There are homes being built next door so you see construction debris. The unit was nicely furnished. The linens were nice and the beds comfortable. The very nice thing is the location to the walking path. It is right on the path with easy access.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie P.

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

Beautiful views

Was as advertised. Beautiful views from the lanai. The condo was surprisingly well stocked with toiletries, beach gear, towels, etc. would stay again. Nice new fridge with ice maker.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Beautiful view!

Wonderful stay. Beautiful sunrises. Fabulous whale watching offstage balcony in the morning! Good walking path along the ocean. Perfect condo...clean, roomy, nice kitchen. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

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

Great location and view

This was a perfect size unit with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and a large kitchen. Location was close to waterfront trail to Hyatt Hotel and walk to Poipu Beach. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and cooking pans, but didn't have any coffee filters or salt/pepper. There was plenty of paper products, but missing bath soap and laundry detergent. When walking with socks, the floor was noticeably dirty. Big selection of beach equipment and large towels. Large TV and easy to use remote. We would definitely book this unit again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Sandra W.

Liked: Communication, location

Makahuena 4204

Good location & views but could use a deep cleaning, a few basic condiments besides salt & pepper, and instructions for parking, check out procedure, etc. Previous manager’s contact info was listed on the emails I received. Fortunately the new manager was listed on one email and was very helpful. Beds were comfortable, and there was relatively new furniture, granite countertops, etc. but unit definitely showed its age and lack of thorough cleaning. Balcony railing was deemed unsafe and we were warned not to touch or lean on it by maintenance. Definitely showing its age.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

C S., Encinitas, California

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

Terrific!

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin B.

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

Great place to stay when visiting Kauai.

Great location, awesome view from the lanai. Pool and hot tub were great. Bathrooms need a little updating, but overall a great place. I would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Amazing view!

We picked this property because of the location and the view shown in the pictures that accompany the listing. We were stoked when we walked in and saw the view. This location is close to grocery shopping in Koloa, food trucks, shave ice, Poipu Beach, Brennecke’s and a beginner surfing break called Learners located near the Sheraton property at Kiahuna Beach. The unit has ample air conditioning which we appreciated since we don’t have it at home. The kitchen has all the items we need. We love that there is a French press. We took advantage of the ice maker. The landscaping of the complex is beautiful. Additionally, it has easy access to a trail which you can take to Shipwreck beach then walk up a bluff for an amazing view. Jackie, our propriety manager, made sure we were squared away and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Teresa W., Iowa

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Nice size and layout-needs some improvements

I had read several reviews and responses, so assumed prior issues were resolved. I was wrong. The sliding doors still don't work well, and we only had one kitchen dish cloth/no kitchen towels. The place is very nice in pictures, and overall is a fine place to stay. However, it had only been surface cleaned in some time. The blow dryer, areas on and near the bed and other furniture had THICK dust. There is no way it had been cleaned in a very long time. In addition, there was dirty washcloths laying on the floor in the wash area between the washer and dryer. The hot tub wasn't working the entire stay, which I know was probably a temporary issue. However, the issues noted in previous comments haven't been resolved, so if you would rent, know the issues likely still exist.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

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