Go Back In Time To The Real Hawaii And The Ultimate Getaway.

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Beautiful, semi-secluded, white sand beach in front of cottages, looking north.

Beach path in front of cottages leads to warm ocean. Reef in distant background.

The cottage buildings from the beachfront. Each cottage is a 4-plex building.

ViewCottages are 4-plex buildings with 2 ground floor units and 2 upstairs units

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

8.8

Excellent

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

Gym

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Hauula, HI

Hauula Beaches16 min walk
Polynesian Cultural Center7 min drive
Brigham Young University Hawaii9 min drive
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful ocean views surround you in this romantic cottage on a secluded, white, sandy beach. Relax in comfort and listen to the waves gently breaking on a distant reef. Sunrises and moonrises on the horizon will surprise and amaze you. This cozy 500 sq. ft. beachfront cottages has a spacious feeling, fully equipped kitchens, shared washer/ dryer, Flat-screen TV. Parking and Wifi are included.

Swimming, relaxing, BBQs, and walking on the beach and are my favorite things to do here; but there are great tourist attractions nearby to enjoy too. The Polynesian Cultural Center is 5 miles north, the Turtle Bay Resort is 10 miles north, followed by 7 miles of the world's most famous surfing beaches and the historic surfing town of Haleiwa. Pack lightly, all you'll need are a few clothes, your favorite food items and you won't want to leave once you get here! (Each cottage is a 4-plex building and this listing features an upstairs unit with plenty of breezes and more privacy than the downstairs units.)

Property manager

Karon Hansen

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Ocean view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 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

Long-term renters welcome

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 TA-184-219-6480-01, GE-184-219-6480-01, 1530080020125

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Punaluu

Located in Hauula, this condo is in a rural area and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Polynesian Cultural Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Turtle Bay Beach and Sunset Beach. Kualoa Ranch and Senator Fong's Plantation & Gardens are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Hauula, HI

What's nearby

Kaluanui Beach - 6 min walk
Punalu'u Beach Park - 14 min walk
Hauula Beaches - 16 min walk
Polynesian Cultural Center - 7 min drive
Brigham Young University Hawaii - 9 min drive

Getting around

Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 55 min drive
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Polynesian Cultural Center - ‬9 min drive
‪Hukilau Marketplace - ‬9 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Ha Breath of Life - ‬9 min drive
‪Tutu's Sweet Shop - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Go Back In Time To The Real Hawaii And The Ultimate Getaway. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Go Back In Time To The Real Hawaii And The Ultimate Getaway.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Go Back In Time To The Real Hawaii And The Ultimate Getaway.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Go Back In Time To The Real Hawaii And The Ultimate Getaway. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hauula condo is within a 15-minute walk of Kaluanui Beach and Punalu'u Beach Park. Hauula Beaches and Hauʻula Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

6 Dec 2023

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

Great stay!

We stayed in a newly renovated condo which was beautiful, clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was provided. Location is perfect, beach is amazing and not crowded. Lots of sea turtles here! We would certainly stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

steven p.

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Mixed feelings

wish instead stars there was a 1-10 scale. I would the give a 8. There a couple of reasons for this that I will explain. When we arrived at the cottage we booked we discovered that it was occupied.Confused I eventually got in contact with the owner. She stated she tried to call to say the cottage was being renovated (?)but the number was wrong.My fault.I later received two emails, I never saw till the day after my arrival.( the notation on it said yesterday).I think there could have been sooner notice by email. Being there was a family in it and it was presumably under renovation , I later E-mailed her that I was concerned that she may have squatters. So we relocated to the alternate site, that was in a nice spot, and linens, bathroom kitchen clean,comfy bed.Nice ocean breeze and sound for sleeping.That said it could use some love. There was clutter that has collected over time, curtains that could use a good wash.That said we did enjoy our spot which was actually a better location then the original. There is nothing like watching the sunrise over the ocean, or sun.In conclusion a solid 8.The lack of love my not have bothered us so much if we had not seen how nicely decorated A1 was, or the nice decor we have experienced during other visits to Pats. As well as a nagging (feeling) I say again feeling, is we were bumped because A1 could get a week instead of 4, to a site that felt we did not get what we paid for.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

rebecca s.

5 Feb 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location, needs deep cleaning

Location and cleanliness are the most important items to us when we travel. The location was very good. Neighbors were super nice. The cleanliness of the condo was not good. This place needs a deep cleaning and replacement of the kitchen supplies, pans small appliances etc or at least a good cleaning of them. Bugs in the blender and grime on other appliances.. if you like very firm beds, then you will like this condo.. The patio was nice. Communication was very delayed from the host. I understand she works full time but there should be a back up phone number for emergencies to reach someone else.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda O.

28 Mar 2020

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

Quiet, peaceful ... lovely location.

The cottage is small with great use of space to provide all you need to feel comfortable. The lanai has plenty of room to watch sunrises, whales breaching, the ocean and tropical rain showers. The owner was easy to contact with questions or to share information.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

KEITH S.

24 Jan 2020

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

Perfect Ocean Front Beach Home!

Mahalo to Karon for making our vacation stay perfect. This is the perfect ocean front beach home everyone needs. This beach house is filled with old style Hawaii charm. Mahalo A Hui Hou Kakou

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

20 Nov 2019

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

Great place!

Thank you so much for sharing your cottage with us! It was perfect for our honeymoon! The cottage was clean and very accommodating. Everything we needed was provided and we got a lot of use out of the beach equipment. The beach was literal steps from the porch which was amazing! It was quiet and relaxing. I definitely recommend this place to others!!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen Y.

10 Oct 2019

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

Wonderful get away

The pictures don't do this cute bungalow justice...it is literally right on the beach, you will fall asleep to the sound of the waves, and awaken to the most beautiful sunrises! We enjoyed the lanai so much-we ate every meal there, even brought our meals back so we could enjoy the views! Thank you Karon for sharing your beach bungalow with us! We hope to one day return to Oahu, and we will again be staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

15 July 2019

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

Great cottage, great location

Enjoyed the cottage very much. Woke up everyday to a beautiful sunrise on the beach. Close to Polynesian Center and Kualoa Ranch, and great local restaurants - Papa Ole's and Seven Brothers Burgers.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

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8/10 Good

Shelby S.

19 May 2018

The property was absolutely beautiful and I liked that we were out of the city.

The views were amazing! The condo was clean and simple.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Jenny T.

17 May 2018

Relaxing and Recharging....

We really enjoyed our stay at Sharon's lovely home. Everything we needed was there, very comfortable and clean. Lovely to be right on the beach, close to restaurants and supermarket. We'd definitely stay again. Thank you.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Apr 2018

Cute little cottage right off the beach

Adorable little quaint cottage just steps to the beach. Sliding door provides privacy to bedroom. Everything was supplied for us. We just needed clothes and bathing suites! Cottage porch was great for eating breakfast or having coffee so close to the beach. Very clean. Definitely recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

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10/10 Excellent

sarah p., Bend, Oregon

15 July 2017

Perfect Paradise getaway!

I stayed here for an entire week with my family and loved every minute. It is exactly as Karon describes, beach front, cosy cottage and so affordable! I went with my family, two boys ages 8 and 11. We had a blast exploring the beach just outside our place. It was also conveniently located to get to the North Shore quickly and to Hanauma Bay and Pearl Harbor. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable and the ocean view was just perfect. Karon was easy to reach and quick to get back with any questions I had. The wifi was no problem to log-on to (although I really wanted to be as unplugged as possible). I am recommending this place to all my friends and family for sure. I am already counting the days until I get to return!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherice R.

17 Apr 2017

Best place on the Island.....

If you are looking for a nice quiet and relaxing place to stay this is it. Oahu is very beautiful but this side of the island is the best. No worrying about crowds, parking spaces, resort fees or even internet fees. This is the place!!! It's very peaceful and safe. My family enjoyed our week at the cottage and would go back in a heartbeat. The owner is very kind and great to work with. We are very grateful that she shared her vacation home with us. Don't hesitate to book this cottage you won't be disappointed.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Natrisha C.

21 Mar 2017

Absolutely wonderful!!!!

Staycation or vacation?!? Pick this spot!!! My family and I absolutely loved it here and will definitely book again in the future!!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

john l., North Liberty

19 Feb 2017

Very charming, very nice.

I think the WiFi info was not correct. Not worked as per instructions. And they differed per owner email and from Home Away.Get a kcup machine, include alot of bottled water. Fresh Flowers on table.It met our needs for a honeymoon and despite being dated all said did not detract from our stay. Would stay again here,absolutely. Beautiful view, semi private beach,right outside the back. Really amazing. A lot for a little.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

14 Feb 2017

This place was amazing and laid back from all the tourist.

My wife and I really enjoyed staying in our cottage on the North Shore! It was very quite and relaxing away from all the tourist. Right on the beach too which was an awesome view and it was like a private beach to ourselves. We recommend this place to couples or even families.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bonnie R.

21 Jan 2017

Nice Place

Amazing location! The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Shopping close by, as well as the spectacular beach. Would not hesitate to come back again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

12 Jan 2017

Great Oceanfront

Very cozy Oceanfront condo. We stayed in the R cottage for a week and really enjoyed it. There was everything going we needed in it and Karon was very responsive to the questions we had and gave great suggestions on food in the area and activities. Even though this is part of a large condo complex we felt it was quite private and very relaxing. It was fantastic to lay in bed and watch TV while you stare out at the ocean. We listened to the waves all night long and just had an all around great time. We would definitely stay again

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Daniel F., San Francisco

6 Jan 2017

Close to the beach

We had a fairly unfortunate experience. Expecting that I would receive details prior to our arrival on Oahu, nothing was sent and we were unable to contact the owner. We were pretty much stranded with our 1 year old daughter during a massive rain storm on the windward side of the island at night trying to access a condo. According to the host she sent the information but used her private email instead of the website (Homeaway) which unfortunately went into my junk folder never to be seen. We spent our first evening navigating through home away's customer service sitting in the car charging the cell with spotty cell service and a one year old child crying in the back seat. Homeway's customer service was prompt and after a few hours they were able to get us into the condo. Once in, we had no direction. The internet and tv didn't work and no information about the laundry, pool, garbage and so on. Homeaway informed us to contact the owner of the property to manage the situation but our contact (Karon) was not answering the phone and so we asked to be placed into a similar condo but Homeaway could only offer us a shared room in a house a couple miles away which was unacceptable. As for the owner of the studio she contacted us a few days later and put us up in a similar studio in the same complex. She promised us a refund for the nights without internet/tv but we have yet to hear anything. The place is situated in a beautiful spot with gorgeous views of the ocean. The condo is a little rickety but quaint and charming. Beware of the giant cockroaches run around on the floor at night.

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nicole W.

5 Dec 2016

Great Beach! Great Price!

My husband and I spent a wonderful week in this clean, cute cottage. They are situated on a lovely beach. I got up every morning and did yoga on the grass lawn, overlooking the ocean, watching the sun come up. We snorkeled right off the beach, and I even ran into a turtle! There were not many other people staying there when we were, so we often had the beach all to ourselves. The buildings are definitely sea worn, and will need updating, but they are clean and cute and none of this affected our enjoyment. Located near shopping, and lots of great food options. Would definitely stay here again. Great location, great price.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dianna V.

2 Sept 2016

Perfect

Our stay was great. The fourplex was as what we were told and pictures are exact. So close to the beach. Other neighbors were friendly. The security guard was helpful. Very clean place and complex. Excellent instruction for our stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

16 Aug 2016

A Flashback to the Past

We have had a charming retro beach vacation... A flash of the past for us! Our cottage with plumeria in full bloom... Gentle breeze thru coco palms... Music of ocean... Took us backto our childhood. Taking home unforgettable memories of sunrises... A little sand still between my toes! Our grandchildren said this was their best time ever! They are 5 years old. The brackish water streamlet was a big hit! We build sand castles and left the real world for A simpler life... Sun , sea, & sand! It was simply grand! The Clay Ohana

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorene G.

6 July 2016

You couldn't ask for a friendlier, local-style vacation spot.

Aloha Karon, Thank you so much for this choice vacation spot. We thoroughly enjoyed our 4-day vacation at Punalu'u. The neighbors are friendly. The cottage is well appointed and comfortable. The sunrises are fantastic, too. I also really appreciated that there was a little grocery store, Kaya's, just down the road that had everything we needed, including hooks and floats for our fishing gear, and ice cream :) One of the sliding screen doors at the back patio was jammed because of rusted tracks. A simple cleaning out to free it up. Sadly, we had an injury with a manowar jellyfish sting on one of our little ones while swimming. I would suggest that some instructions be left in the units about what to look for on the waves (especially on windy days) and how to treat a jellyfish sting. We're from Hawaii, so we had a good idea how to handle it. But for the visitors enjoying the ocean, I personally went up to each one on the beach to give them a gentle talk to watch over their children in the waters. This is the ideal getaway from Honolulu! We definitely want to come back again next year. Mahalo, Godfrey family

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander F.

5 July 2016

Great and cozy.

The vacation was great always woke up to a sun rise and had a blast definitely recommended.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

pam o.

18 May 2016

relaxing stay

Everything was as described, no surprises. The property was clean and fully stocked, plenty of towels and linens, beach toys, chairs, and pillows. Google maps didn't work using the address sent by the owner, we ended up driving around a little longer than necessary, but in the end found it based off pictures and reading mailboxes. Also the parking pass was not inside when we arrived so we ended up getting a notice on our car from security. Overall a great stay and i would recommend to anyone wanted to be away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2016

About the host

Hosted by Karon Hansen

City life in Honolulu can be hectic, so I retreat to this cottage in the country for fun and relaxation. I live and work in Honolulu, but originally came from California, then lived on Kauai and Maui, before finally moving to Oahu. I love island living, and when traveling, I like to visit other islands. I'm a teacher, like to travel during vacations, and would be willing to trade time in my vacation cottage, in exchange for time in your vacation home, depending on the destination.

Why they chose this property

I've been coming to this beachfront location for 20+ years, and stay here often to relax and enjoy the beach. I fell in love with these cottages the moment I saw them because they are only 45 minutes from Honolulu; in a quiet, tropical setting and on a wonderful, safe beach for children. Since then, this place has become my 'secret getaway' with its semi-secluded location, white sandy beach, and warm tropical waters. Many wedding proposals, and small intimate wedding take place at this location. The homeowners and guests are friendly and many homeowners have owned their apartments for many happy years. The location is truly a secret spot, and you'll feel like time stops when you're here.

What makes this property unique

If you have a busy life and want to get back to basics and nature, with modern amenities, but without the hassles of camping--this is the place. If you want to experience a stress-free island lifestyle--this is the place. If you've always dreamed of living on your own beach--this is the place. If you want the benefits of a big metropolitan city and live in the country at the same time--this is the place. Everything has been well thought out for your enjoyment--you'll have an outdoor beach shower, beach chairs and towels, BBQ, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, and peace of mind.