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9.2

Wonderful

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 447 sq m

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Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Ocean view

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Waianae, HI

Papaoneone Beach3 min walk
Makaha Beach Park1 min drive
Makaha Valley Golf Club4 min drive
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)45 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Well stocked with everything you need

Dan S.

Feb 15, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

OUTSTANDING Main Floor Condo - STEP directly onto the BEACH!!

WELCOME to the Makaha Beach Cabanas located on the northwest shores of Oahu! Our condo is on the Main Floor. No need to even use an elevator - step off our Lanai directly on the Beach! It really doesn't get better than this!

Far from the hustle and bustle, we're in the countryside where you can still experience Hawaii the way it should be--unspoiled and uncrowded.

But close enough to indulge your tastes in Chinatown, surf on the North Shore or swing in Waikiki when the desire strikes!

Watch spectacular sunsets, see the dolphins, sea turtles and even whales during the annual migration--all from the comfort of your OCEANFRONT & MAIN FLOOR CONDO.

We have an AWESOME beach, the best on Oahu--swim, snorkel, boogie board, surf, golf nearby at two top-quality courses & BBQ facilities on site.

Local eateries are close by & upscale shopping/dining is about 20 minutes away.

Who can resist the sound of the surf lulling you to sleep? Our beach is rated one of the Best in Oahu!

This amazing first floor condo is literally on the virtually private Beach and sleeps 4 comfortably w/a Comfy Queen Bed, Convertible Sofabed & Fully Equipped Kitchen.

Because we are directly on the ocean, the Cabanas only air-conditioning are the wonderful Hawaiian Trade Winds! The Condo is designed to take advantage of the Trade Winds with cross ventilation + we have ceiling fans in every room. No need to close yourself off from the sound of the waves directly outside your door!

Property manager

Janis

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

NOTE: 100% Cancellation as stated above, minus a $100.00 processing fee

There is no BBQing allowed on the Lanai at any time. A portable BBQ must be 25' out on the sand. There is a designated BBQ area w/free grills.

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

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Property Registration Number GE-163-229-9008-01, TA-163-229-9008-01, 840040140002

About the area

Waianae

Located in Waianae, this condo is on the beach. LiliʻUokalani Protestant Church and Kukaniloko Birthstones State Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Makaha Valley Golf Club and Ko Olina Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Wet'n'Wild Hawaii, or check out an event or a game at Hawaii Polo Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Waianae, HI

What's nearby

Papaoneone Beach - 3 min walk
Aki's Beach - 12 min walk
Makaha Beach Park - 1 min drive
Makaha Valley Golf Club - 4 min drive
Pokai Bay Beach Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 31 min drive
Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Spicy House - ‬11 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Mike's Bake Shop - ‬15 min drive
‪Jack In The Box - ‬6 min drive
‪Hannara Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OUTSTANDING Main Floor Condo - STEP directly onto the BEACH!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OUTSTANDING Main Floor Condo - STEP directly onto the BEACH!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OUTSTANDING Main Floor Condo - STEP directly onto the BEACH!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OUTSTANDING Main Floor Condo - STEP directly onto the BEACH!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waianae condo is within a 5-minute walk of Mauna Lahilahi Beach Park and Papaoneone Beach. Aki's Beach and Makaha Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David G.

20 June 2024

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

Wonderful!

Property was just as described, location great, not touristy. Perfect for making day trips to explore the island. The beach was awesome and not crowded, the laundry facilities simple and inexpensive, and the booklet with condo instructions and local info was very helpful. So happy we found this rental!

Stayed 21 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., lapeer

15 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place

Well stocked with everything you need

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergey M.

3 Apr 2023

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

Fantastic beachfront condo, instant access to the beach.

This was a perfect condo for beach lovers like us. It is super easy to go to the ocean right from the condo. We knew that getting a condo in the makaha area means spending some extra time on getting groceries but it hasn't prevented us from exploring the entire island as Oahu is not that large when you get a car. The condo itself features very nice TV's and fast internet, our host was very responsive to any of our needs during the stay.

Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

19 Feb 2023

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

Awesome

It was great

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norm H.

15 Dec 2022

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

Great Sun Sets

Real nice property. Great to be able to drink coffee and have breakfast on the lani . Very safe gated parking area.

Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blossom N.

9 Aug 2022

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

Excellent holiday stay!

This condo has everything you will need and you can't beat the beach side lanai.

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

10 July 2022

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

Hidden Jewel Of Oahu

We had a wonderful month staying at Jain’s place. The unit is well maintained & equipped with everything we needed. Also, love the convenience of being able to step in & out of beach right from our lanai. The beach is absolutely beautiful & quiet. We enjoyed it so much that we barely did any other activities, but just relaxed there everyday. The building’s laundry room is on the ground floor as well, and can be paid & monitored via app. There is a small farmers market every Saturday about 5 minutes away with fresh vegetables, fruits, local restaurant foods & crafts. Which we enjoyed to go, as well as the large KCC farmers market by Waikiki. Can’t wait to come back again!

Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Annali M.

6 Sept 2021

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

Can’t beat the view!

We stayed here for our honeymoon and you could not beat walking out the back door straight onto the beach. It was even better to have beach chairs, beach toys, beach towels, etc. included so we didn’t have to bring them or try and find our own. The owner provided a helpful information binder so we could find things to do around the area which we definitely appreciated. The owner and manager were super easy to contact and were always prompt to answer our questions. The only thing we had an issue with was not having air conditioning and trying to sleep through the heat, but we are also used to a cold climate. Overall we loved our stay!!

Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gay M., Salt Lake City, UT

31 Jan 2020

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

A Secret Hidden GEM

The condo was clean an very comfortable. Had everything we needed, but our food. The view right outside the patio is beautiful , waves an beach.. Each day we sat on the beach an just watched the ocean, the waves come roaring in .. And the sunsets , OMG , beautiful. 3/4 locals, an 1/4 tourists which is so nice. The book you left on attractions, places to eat , places to explore they were all spot on with directions ect...... This place is Very Relaxing an Soothing for the soul this little hidden gem ... People were all friendly an helpful .. The furthest we traveled from the condo was to the Polyision Culture Center, 91 miles away .. It was a awesome drive... Can't say enough of good things about this Condo an this area the Condo is in... The locals are all very friendly , very thoughtful.....They look out for you .

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Gay M., Salt Lake City, UT

30 Jan 2019

Very nice condo on a beautiful beach.

We loved the stay in this little condo on the beach. Saw whales, turtles and had fun watching kids body surf and snorkel. Great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Hawaii.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve I.

23 Nov 2018

12 wonderful days at Makaha beach Cababa's

Thank you Janis for providing a very clean unit. Towels, beach chairs, boggy boards, snorkels and masks, cooler and even a fishing pole. Plus more. This is a great place to stay every time we are in Hawaii. Priced well and has many things you won't need to pick up at the store. Great to see the Weber gas grill. The beach is terrific with few people and the Puka shell hunting was fun for our Granddaughter and us. If your not into the over crowded tourist areas this is the place. Highly recommend!!! Mahalo Stev and Bea

Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina K., Southern California

29 Oct 2018

Makaha Beach Paradise

We loved our stay at Makaha Beach! Walking out of our condo onto the beach into the water....paradise! Ending the day with stunning sunsets - breathtaking! The condo was a perfect beach house well supplied with kitchen and beach essentials. We’d return in a heartbeat (and hope to!)!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Eric C.

24 Aug 2018

Quiet and relaxing.

Really enjoyed our stay at the cabanas. Access right to the beach. Gated property, which is good. It is far from the crowded area of Waikiki, so if this is what you are looking for, go for it.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

1 July 2018

Wonderful and Quiet Beach on Oahu

My husband and I took our granddaughter, age 15 , for a 10 day stay here. It was perfect for us! We wanted to stay away from the crowds, and we like to be able to walk out from our lanai to the beach. Perfect! From the pictures it looks as if there would be hundreds of people around, since the cabanas and the condos next door are both high risers, but that was not the case at all. Most were not occupied. On the weekends the beach is more crowded, but still way less crowded than other beaches on Oahu. Our condo was clean,comfortable, and has everything you need (except for a small cooler, which we bought and left in the bedroom closet). We snorkeled all over the island, as well as in front of the condo. Toward the big rock you see in the picture is nice! We used the outdoor grills and the washer and dryer, both located nearby. The locals were friendly, and the staff at the condo always greeted us warmly. Janis was always able to answer our questions promptly, as we were preparing for the trip. I would recommend this condo to all of my friends who dislike hotels, and enjoy staying in a comfortable, relaxing environment. Joe and Susan Mahan

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

davidbliven b.

13 June 2018

Great location

Perfect ground floor unit, just walk right out and dip your toes in the sand. Good bang for your buck

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Polly J.

16 May 2018

This condo makes the whole Oahu experience great!

Everything is exactly as described, only better. My husband and I have not had a week long vacation for 24 years when our kids were small and that vacation was anything but relaxing. We traveled to the whole island and couldn’t find a nicer beach. There was one on the east side that was prettier (maybe) but was crowded so much we couldn’t find parking. Most of the weekdays there was maybe one or two people at the condo’s beach and most of the time no one at all. The condo itself was great for relaxing. I like to read and my husband likes to plan a few activities around his naps - like in multiple. The kitchen has brand new cupboards with slide out drawers and Janis has been very thoughtful about stocking it with everything you would want to cook. We saved a lot of money by purchasing fresh fish (ahi), steak or shrimp each afternoon and fixing it with fresh produce. It’s a great way to end the day, eating local food on the lanai. Better than any fancy restaurant. The area is mainly occupied by locals and it was great! We felt welcome and safe there - so glad we didn’t stay in Waikiki. The best part of this condo is it FEELS like a home and has all those home like touches hotels just don’t have. Thoughtful decor that’s not “cookie cutter”, and is furnished with equipment if someone likes to do activities like using boogie boards or chairs to watch the sunset. Don’t think the condo is perfect.......There are a few minor things that really didn’t bother me like the screen door has a hard time locking so I just didn’t mess with it and made sure we were gentle with opening/closing - just like at home! We couldn’t figure out the tv that kept saying “no signal” but we used our lap top fine with the WiFi, I’m sure it was “operator error” and we didn’t want to screw anything up so we didn’t mess with it. Such minor things when we were there to relax and explore the island. This place was the perfect getaway and we came home with the plan of repeating this vacation next year.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

8 May 2018

Just as advertised!!

We spent 10 wonderful days in this condo... It was just as we were told it would be !!! Steps to the beach is an understatement, More like step off the patio and you are on the beach.. The water was so clear and a perfect 80 degrees... We loved being out with the locals instead of the typical tourist scene... The people were so friendly and groceries and restaurants just down the street... Lot's of snorkeling gear, boogie boards and fishing equipment at the condo.. And it was stocked just like our own home!!! Thanks Janis for sharing your amazing home with us.. Our 30th wedding anniversary was more than we ever expected!!! Jeff and Ronda Langley

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Imtiaz J.

4 May 2018

Excellent beach and view. Great little condo!

My family and I arrived with great expectations of the beach and condo, we were not disappointed. Being able to step on and off the beach directly from the patio was a great plus. We would highly recommend shopping for groceries and cooking in the condo. They also have a great BBQ which we used a few times.

8/10 Good

Matt S.

26 Mar 2018

Very nice stay in paradise!

The condo was exactly as described and really suited our needs and the purpose of our vacation which was to go somewhere quiet and remote but still be able to tour the island and do some of the "tourist attractions". It was very clean when we arrived and we were very pleasantly surprised that it was stocked even more so than described. Everything you need in a kitchen is there as well as plenty of bath and beach towels. We spent a lot of time out on the lanai and really enjoyed the view and ease of getting to the beach and into the water. It was great using the Tommy Bahama beach chairs equipped with a small cooler bag and storage for personal things like sunscreen glasses and a book. The drink holders and a cell phone holder on the side by the arm rest came in very handy and made it so easy to venture down to the beach. We enjoyed meeting and talking with a few locals who live in the building. People there, and in the community, were quite friendly. We slept great there and woke up refreshed and ready for a new day! It was quiet when we were there and it was so nice to be on an uncrowded beach. Definitely no problem staking out a place on the sand and not many people went in the water, so we felt like it was our own private beach. The pictures of the condo and the beach are exactly what you get. Nothing super fancy but it was clean and met our needs perfectly.

10/10 Excellent

warren h.

6 Jan 2018

A Great Spot

Enjoyed our time(December) at Makaha Condos. Excellent beach right outside the front door - uncrowded. We saw whales breach and swam with turtles and trumpet fish. Condo was as described by owner. Family had a great time playing in the waves, meeting the neighbours, exercising on the beach and travelling around the island. We also loved shopping at the local grocery stores and sampling local foods. The condo is away from the crowds which made this area even more appealing to us.(The area outside the condo does have areas that look rough but we never felt unsafe. I found that it didn't matter where you went on the island you ran into these rough looking areas.) Thank you Janice for sharing your condo we definitely enjoyed it(family didn't want to leave), if we can we would love to come back.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017

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

8/10 Good

Sonya C.

7 Dec 2017

The Location Can Not Be Beat!

This condo is located in my favorite part of Oahu - Makaha. There aren't any pictures that can truly do this area justice, and and with the unit being on the ground floor you can just walk out onto beautiful, quiet Papaoneone Beach. If you have never been, just take my word for it and go there! :) The condo building is older, but the unit has been renovated. Janis has really furnished this condo nicely, with almost everything you could possibly need, including an extensive selection of books perfect for reading on the beach. One thing of note, however, is the kitchen. The area itself is very narrow and it is the main walkway from the front of the unit to the back, where the lanai and beach are located, and two people can not pass each other in the kitchen. Having said that, the kitchen boasts newer cabinets, counters and appliances and is very well stocked. There isn't any air conditioning in the condo, but with windows in the front and the back the trade winds make this place cool and comfortable all day long - and that's coming from 2 Canadians who use a/c in the winter! Onsite laundry facilities, as well as the security and maintenance staff, were excellent and Janis was a pleasure to deal with in all aspects of the transaction. The reason I gave only 4 stars was to do with some minor maintenance issues that I have been assured would be dealt with, if at all possible, within the next little while (there is an ongoing screen door problem that seems to be impossible to fix). After those items have been completed, this will truly be the vacation rental of your dreams!

Stayed 34 nights in Oct 2017

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

8/10 Good

Loni R.

15 Sept 2017

Quiet and on the Beach

We really enjoyed this condo. It had everything you needed and the bed was very comfortable. It did not have air conditioning and I was very hesitant, but with the tradewinds you did not need it. It was about a 45 minute trip from the airport but we liked it because a lot less people. It is right on the beach and the crashing of waves at night was amazing. I would give it 5 stars but the only downside for us was the locals put up a tent several night in front of our Lanai because they camp and fish all night. They were very quiet but we didn't like to sit out on the Lanai with them right there before bed and when we woke up in the morning. But it is a great find for the money. Loni and Tony

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2017

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

2/10 Terrible

Keri B., Summerland BC

1 June 2017

Very disapointed!!!

What a nightmare!! We had booked this condo almost a year before we went, It was supposed to be a wonderful and RELAXING holiday for a whole month! A celebration for our 35th wedding anniversary. Imagine our disgust and complete disappointment when we arrived close to midnight after a long day of a two separate flights, we opened the door to a PIG STY! Honestly it was horrible. (I have photos and videos for proof). There was NO way we could stay with the garbage, filth, unmade bed, dishes, food in the fridge, black hairs all over the toilet, it was really very, VERY gross. I am a Realtor and have been in the profession for 25 years, I know what is acceptable and this clearly was not even close. I did get a hold of Janis and after sending her some photos for proof, her solution was to suggest we pull out the couch and sleep there. REALLY? We couldn't even use the bathroom as it was disgusting! So off we went to find a Hotel which if you do not know the area, there really are not any! We finally did arrive at one at 2:30 am and after paying a couple hundred dollars for a few hours sleep (I have the receipt) we finally got to bed. Janis promised the Housekeeper would be done by noon the next day. So now with our next day ruined by waiting for the housekeepers to finish (It was early afternoon) we drove around with our luggage and groceries from Costco for quite a few hours. We did arrive back to a clean condo and it did then look similar to the photos posted, (except the housekeeper took most of the towels and we were left with TWO towels for a week before they were returned) Another feature Janis neglects to mention is the horrible smell in the condo, I haven't yet figured where it was coming from and what exactly it is. Also for your enjoyment, there is a yappy small dog in the condo upstairs who loves to bark each time you step out onto the lanai. Not exactly the relaxing vacation!! Over the next few days we had frustration after frustration, no internet code for our iPad/phones, then the fridge breaks down with a fridge FULL of food, the solution offered by the owner was not satisfactory at all. After getting to know the locals I guess our experience is NOT the first experience like this for this condo. I love the beach and the people, We would come back to the cabanas but NOT to this one, I am not sure how this unit has a 5 star rating!

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Cleve T.

22 Feb 2017

Fantastic 2 Month Stay!

We planned our visit to Janis' main floor condo 16 months in advance, in anticipation of our retirement after 50 years of working. All was exactly as advertised and had everything we needed to set up house keeping for 2 months from Dec 8th till Feb 8th. Loved being on ground floor and able to step directly onto the beach from the lanai. Beach umbrella, chairs, boogie boards, snorkel gear all provided for spending many days on the beach when we weren't exploring the islands. Almost like a private beach and never over crowded, met many very nice local residents and tourists alike strolling in the sand while enjoying the waves coming ashore (some days very big and other days not so much). Sound of waves was also great to go to sleep by. The guest book provided was very informative with a lot of useful info for places to visit in surrounding area. Besides all the major sites on Oahu, we especially enjoyed parking near end of island and walking to the bird sanctuary at the point, a short few minutes drive from condo. Besides albatross we also saw seals resting on shore there, very exciting! The sunsets are fantastic and the conch players each evening made them extra special. This was our first visit to Hawaii and we are happy we found Makaha Beach Cabanas!

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

8/10 Good

James E.

26 Oct 2016

Great condo

Beautiful beach. Very nice place to stay.

About the host

Hosted by Janis

We live in Michigan and have been coming to Hawaii for years.
Currently, we are both retired but because our grandchildren live in Michigan, we can't live here full-time...or we would! We can only come for about 6 weeks in the winter and so decided to share our Fabulous Condo with others.

Why they chose this property

We have been to all the islands numerous times & have stayed in wonderful hotels & time shares. Once we found the Cabanas we knew we had found the Best of the Best! We didn't have to leave in order to do all the activities we love: snorkel, dive, whale watch, beach walking and on & on!

Being in a local area, allows us to skip the crowds unless we want to take the 45 min. drive to see the sights in Waikiki, Honolulu, Pearl Harbor or the North Shore. It's great to be close enough to get to the fine restaurants, shopping & visit the famous attractions and then come back to peace & quiet!

What makes this property unique

The absolute best part is being on the main floor & just walking out on the virtually private beach. Clean water, trade winds, lapping surf - all in your front 'yard'. It really doesn't get any better than this!