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The Hawaiian Princess is in blue on Turtle Cove as seen from top of Mt. Lahilahi

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9.8

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Waianae, HI

Papaoneone Beach4 min walk
Makaha Beach Park2 min drive
Makaha Valley Golf Club4 min drive
Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)45 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely time overlooking the ocean. The moonrises were beautiful, as were the sunsets. The water was a little ro...

Kim H.

Mar 2, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Vacation In Paradise At Makaha Area in a Legal NUC

Come to Paradise on Earth at the Hawaiian Princess located in the dry, sunny Makaha Area in West Oahu. The condo is on a secluded 1/3 mile pristine white sand beach overlooking the gorgeous Turtle Cove. Celebrate a special occasion, romantic getaway or just come to relax and dine on your own private Lanai and enjoy the relaxing ocean breeze with the spectacular 180 degree view of the Ocean and Sunset.

The Hawaiian Princess is located 45 minutes from the Honolulu International Airport and an hour from the frenzy and crowds in Honolulu and Waikiki. It is only a 20 minute drive to the City of Kapolei with many stores such as Costco, Kmart, Target, Wal-Mart, Ross, Safeway, Outback, Chili's, Starbucks, 16 Theatre Cinemas and the famous Paradise Cove Luau. The City of Waianae is minutes from your condo and offers 3 grocery stores, Long Drugs, many fast food and dining options. You can still enjoy the hustle and bustle of tourist activities with the additional benefit of a totally relaxing beachfront living atmosphere.

Come, swim, and play in the warm aqua blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, or sunbathe on the uncrowded, unspoiled beach. You can snorkel, boogie board, paddle board, fish, or just relax with a 'cold one' while you watch Sea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins and Humpback Whales (in-season), or people having fun in the waves from the beach or your lanai. Two of the best island 18 hole golf courses are minutes away at the Ko olina Resort and the Makaha Valley resort. The world famous Makaha surfing beach is less than a mile away and home to several International Surfing Competitions in the winter months. The Waianae harbor is about 5 minutes away and offers deep sea fishing excursions and swimming with the dolphins.

Unit Amenities:
Free in unit Wi-Fi, 2 Flat Screen Cable TV's, CD/DVD Player, Washer/Dryer, Full Size Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Stove Cook Top with Oven, Microwave, Coffee Maker, Fully Equipped Kitchen, Bathroom with shower and tub and vanity. Queen Size Bed with Mattress Topper, Queen Sleeper Sofa, Tri-fold Futon in closet , Sleeps 4 Adults comfortably, All Linens & Towels provided, Dining Room Table & 4 Chairs, 3 bar stools, Lanai with table & 4 chairs to relax, All your beach needs are provided such as 'play toys' (boogie boards and noodles) umbrella, beach chairs, beach towels, cooler, etc.

The Hawaiian Princess offers a secure beachfront setting with free gated parking, building manager and security. When you are ready to leave the Honolulu airport/car rental, call our unit's manager and he will welcome you personally on site to give you the keys and details for your time in our unit. The facility has a secure gated entrance from the road, a call button at the gate will notify the security guard to allow you entrance the first time. After your initial welcome, you will have a key to the unit and a fob that will allow you to come and go at your pleasure.

On site, there is a salt water swimming pool, Jacuzzi hot tub, ping pong table, meeting room, tennis court, gas barbecues, picnic table areas, and secure parking.

State of Hawaii Tax Id Number: 168-629-2480-01 (GE & TAT). Non Conforming Use Certificate 90/TVU-0079 expiration date September 30, 2024. Local contact: Nohea

Property manager

Mary Christensen

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

UNBELIEVABLE VIEW OF OCEAN, BEACH, & SUNSETS GALORE!

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 840040060101, GE-168-629-2480-01, TA-168-629-2480-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waianae

Located in Waianae, this condo is on the beach. Art...is and Tropic Lightning Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Makaha Valley Golf Club and Ko Olina Golf Club. Wet'n'Wild Hawaii and Kuuloa Kai Charters are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waianae, HI

What's nearby

Papaoneone Beach - 4 min walk
Aki's Beach - 12 min walk
Makaha Beach Park - 2 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) - 31 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 Vacation In Paradise At Makaha Area in a Legal NUC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation In Paradise At Makaha Area in a Legal NUC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation In Paradise At Makaha Area in a Legal NUC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation In Paradise At Makaha Area in a Legal NUC 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).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

4 July 2024

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

Great ocean views

Very inviting and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

30 June 2024

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

Amazing Getaway from Waikiki

Beautiful place on an amazing and very secluded beach! From the balcony we could see turtles each morning. Snorkeling is great and this rental has lots of beach/snorkel equipment available. Security here was present and professional. Had a great time here and look to book it again in the near future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Snohomish USA

2 Mar 2024

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

Perfect quiet remote getaway

We had a lovely time overlooking the ocean. The moonrises were beautiful, as were the sunsets. The water was a little rough so we couldn't play in it much, but better swimmers enjoyed it a great deal. This condo was well appointed with all we needed. Mary and Neil were great to work with and very patient with our jet lagged brains. It was so nice to have a quiet retreat to come back to after spending time in Honolulu. Thank you for providing such a lovely place for us to enjoy our vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

8 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great space and view of the ocean.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alaina A.

22 Aug 2023

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

Love this unit!

I have family in Nanakuli so I stay at the Hawaiian princess in Makaha every visit. This was the nicest, most updated, cleanest unit that I have stayed in at the Hawaiian princess. Highly recommend this unit!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

TaMarra W.

29 July 2023

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

Beautiful ocean view

A cozy stay with a private lanai overlooking the ocean. We even saw a breaching manta ray from the room! Amazing cross breeze throughout the condo. Mahalo, Mary and Neil!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leticia B.

7 June 2023

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

A corner of paradise!

The Hawaiian Princess is a true hidden gem in an area of Oahu that is not at all touristy. Mary's condo was great and we loved our stay! Also, she was incredibly kind and helpful. Thanks, Mary!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

19 Feb 2023

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

All good

Everything as stated

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena T.

11 Nov 2022

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

Awesome

It was great. Watched turtles every morning swimming in the bay. Had fun watching sunsets from the beach and lani. Was so nice to be able to wash and dry clothes. The beach was very nice not crowded at all. Will definitely rent again.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie O.

10 Oct 2022

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

Wow!

My wife and I absolutely loved the view as advertised. Her condo has everything and more available for your stay. From little things like kitchen needs to beach gear. The sun sets on back patio side, so my wife got the most amazing sunset photos. In the afternoon, there are 2 umbrellas to use for shade, and there's 4 beach chairs to just enjoy and watch the crashing waves. The beach is beautiful but has a pretty good undertow, so beware for you and your kids, but the more experienced swimmers and locals enjoyed the water. I definitely would come back to Makaha and hopefully Mary's unit is available. Her unit has air conditioning and the other couple that came with us didn't have air conditioning, so if Mary's unit is not available, make sure you look for that. Mary gets back to you very quickly and we had no problems checking in. I could go on and on, but one thing we didn't do that I wished we did was read the guest book that she leaves in her room. Other guests give suggestions on where to go in Makaha, so look for that in the living room near the end table. The parking lot has security gates around the perimeter and you cannot enter anywhere without a key fob, so we felt safe. There are a lot of tourists who stay there, but it is a hidden gem. Thanks for opening your home to us Mary...Absolutely loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kam R., Oregon

30 Sept 2022

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

Amazing sunsets!

I booked this property because we didn’t want to be in the more populated areas of West Oahu. It worked out well. There is a fair amount of commuter traffic in the mornings & evenings. You just have to allow a few extra minutes if you are going sightseeing. I suspect it’s no worse than traffic around Honolulu, though. The condo building is nice. Check-in was simple. Property is secure & we never had any issues. There are lots of houseless folks camped out on the beach all along the NW coast, which did deter us from exploring some beaches. However, there are plenty of other areas to explore & many beaches to relax on, or snorkel at, in the vicinity. The beach at the condo is beautiful. We snorkeled there & saw a variety of fish. Each morning, we saw honu (sea turtles) from our lanai. The sunsets were amazing & one of my favorite things about staying here. At night, when it was clear, we could see the Milky Way, too. One night, we saw a satellite in the sky. The light pollution is definitely less there than a more populated area! The condo is well equipped with plenty of kitchen items, towels, etc. We liked the fact there were beach chairs, umbrellas & other items for our use. It was also nice to have a washer/dryer in the condo. There were some detergent pods & dryer sheets, too. Communication with the property owner was excellent. We enjoyed our stay & would recommend this property. 🌺

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra J.

26 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Property location

I was never informed about all the homeless living in the neighborhood or on the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Viv W.

14 Sept 2022

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

Sunsets in paradise

Comfortable and clean, Mary’s Makaha condo was a pleasure to stay in. Fully resourced with all the comforts of home. Mary was very responsive to all my communications. Great service from the security team in the front lobby. But of course the reason this place rises so far above the rest is….THAT VIEW! Those sunsets. The beach in front (a short walk past the rocky shore) is a beautiful sandy, perfect spot to spend the whole day, in and out of the water. We loved the location and area, felt perfectly safe from our early morning walks to our late night returns from dinner at the Beach House (highly recommended, a 5 min drive down the road) Love Mary’s place, definitely recommended, hope to be back one day.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

19 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful!

We stayed here recently as part of our honeymoon trip. The property was clean, Mary was easy to get in touch with and communicate with and we felt safe and comfortable. But the best part of this booking is hands down the incredible sunsets we were graced with each night on the lanai! Absolutely stunning views. The beach is beautiful and we even saw a couple turtles swimming in the mornings. We would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

15 Aug 2022

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

Amazing view

This condo has an amazing direct ocean front view. The resort has been well managed with security onsite all the time and gate locked. Condo is well stocked with everything we needed. Sheets are higher end 600 count sheets😊 it also has a central air which is rare in Hawaii.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

13 Aug 2022

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

Beach wedding

Had a great wedding on the beach in front of our condo. Our host Mary had the place really nice. Loved the sound of surf pounding the rocks . Will definitely come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

7 Aug 2022

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

Great for our short stay

As advertised, enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariana C.

28 July 2022

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The place you need in Oahu. Perfect stay!

All the experience was smooth and excellent from the begging to the end. This place is so gorgeous! Mary is such a good owner, always communicating with you to make sure everything is ok and I have no words to describe her apartment! The place is a piece of heaven in Oahu, peaceful beach with unforgettable views, stunning sunsets and we were able to see 7-8 turtles just from the Lanai early mornings. The beach is also so nice, it is quite private with no much people around, a few waves… so much better than waikiki! This is the place I am coming back from to Oahu from now own. Book it! You won’t regret. Thank you so much Mary! Can’t wait to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan U.

21 July 2022

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

Relaxed

This condo is a great place to just relax and listen to the waves. Just sit on the balcony and watch the sea turtles swimming. It had everything we could have asked for.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Sharon M., Cuyahoga Falls USA

21 July 2022

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

Disliked: Location

First time in Hawaii

The property is exactly like the pictures and the owners were very nice and great with communicating with us. However this area is in a high crime location and there are many homeless camps surrounding the property. Did not feel safe in the area. The property is gated and has security so maybe this wouldn’t bother some. We ended up mostly driving to the North Shore or Honolulu area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T., Herriman

2 July 2022

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

Great Views!!

My family stayed here and enjoyed the place. It is right on the beach. Being on the leeward side of the island you do get some big waves. My 10 year old daughter and I found these to be fun. Less strong swimmers might want to go do a different beach. That said, the view was incredible. The property was well maintained. The parking is gated and has full time security staff. There was a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. I would return for the view and the sound of the ocean all by itself.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Frankfort

21 June 2022

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

Breathtaking View and Nearly Secluded Beach

We had an absolutely wonderful time at this property! The view from the balcony was a gorgeous blend of turquoise and blue waters and green hills. The unit was very well-equipped and had everything we needed for the beach - chair, cooler, umbrellas, snorkeling gear, noodles, you name it and it was there. The beach was nearly secluded during our visit, which was a nice change of pace from other areas we visited. The only downside of this property was the fact that the neighborhood surrounding it looked a little depressed. The unit itself had great security and we always felt perfectly safe, but there wasn't a great variety of nicer restaurants or things to do in the area. This was fine with us, as the beach more than made up for anything else. I would definitely return to this property and would recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill B., Dallas, Texas, USA

15 May 2022

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

Nice beachfront condo

This is a small one bedroom unit that is in the 13th floor with really great ocean and sunset (!) views. It is right on a beach that was never crowded and has decent snorkeling. The building provides a large amount of shade early in the day while other areas of the beach are sunny. This is nice for those who want to limit their time in the sun. This area of Oahu is sunny and dry—not lush and tropical—so rain is less likely. There is little in the way of shopping or restaurants. The area seemed safe but is a bit impoverished compared to areas around Honolulu and east shore. Other beaches in this area have homeless encampments related to exorbitant cost of living in Oahu. You will definitely need a car, but it’s a great location for a couple (would be tight for more than 2 people, however there is a sleeper sofa) wanting a low key, ‘hang out at the beach’ vacation. Owners were truly exceptional, unit was spotless with a well equipped with kitchen and lots of beach gear for your use. The unit’s washer and dryer is a big plus. The pool and hot tub were being remodelled and not available but for use, but it looks like it should be finished soon. The complex has complimentary gas grills with adjacent picnic tables for your use. Driving directions from the airport seem a bit complicated, but it is really easy as the highway just changes names about three times.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C., Sacramento, CA

26 Feb 2022

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

Great vacay get-away!

Prompt and responsive communication with owner, along with an easy checkin process, assisted in making this a wonderful stay. The view and solitude of the area was unparalleled to many places we’ve stayed in Oahu. Would gladly stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth M.

23 Feb 2022

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

Lovely beach location

We had a lovely time.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mary Christensen

These are the owner's of the unit you will be visiting at the Hawaiian Princess, Neil and Mary Christensen enjoying a meal at Jameson By The Sea in Hale'iwa. The have the best mahimahi with macadamia nuts and mai tai's. We try to include a trip to this restaurant every time we are on Oahu! It's delicious and the view is spectacular!

We have been renting our unit out since 2010, even though we are new to join VRBO.

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to the Hawaiian Princess since 1981 when we purchased 2 weeks of timeshare interest. In 2010, when we were here vacationing, we had the opportunity to actually purchase our own condo unit. We still can't believe our luck and good fortune that enabled us to get our own piece of paradise. We love it here and hope you will enjoy your stay at our unit as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

The Hawaiian Princess is built right off the beach. The beach is pristine, white sand and ocean at Turtle Beach is beautiful, warm, and clear. It is probably one of the best kept secrets on Oahu because our beach is not crowded or spoiled, yet it is probably one of the best on Oahu for fun and enjoyment. This condo is not a hotel but a mix of owner's who live on site, vacation rentals, and timeshares. It is a secure building and has been well maintained. Come and relax and enjoy the beach way of life in luxury!