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DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328

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Beach
Beautiful Molooa Bay! Quaint and Private!
Room
Absolutely Stunning!
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Anahola, HI
  • Moloaa Bay
    1 min walk
  • Moloaa Beach
    2 min walk
  • Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens
    15 min drive
  • Princeville, HI (HPV)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bonus/ bed room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328

Carved into a mountain and Perched on a bluff with Stunning 280 degree Beach front Amazing Views. This locations is Unique, one of thr best on the island. With Unspoiled Beauty with a Raw Organic feel to it. Just a few Steps away to a golden Sandy Beach. The reef is Amazing , great for snorkeling, it can only seen from this property. Many locals say that It is the Trump Card of "Moloaa Bay." There is no other place like it . If you like the hustle and Bustle that you have at resorts with lots of people and pools, this is not the place for you. Truely a place of tranquilty and Serenity. Relax and unwind. Lots of fum activities for Family fun.
Many Beachfront properties lack privacy because of being at sea level. Tourist can park there beach gear right in front of your view for the day, taking away the aviance and privacy. The views from the bluff are absolutely stunning, so much more advantageous from higher up, yet and only a few steps to a beautiful white sandy beach. Sometimes monk seals will come in to bask in the sun. Its not uncommon to see a pod of dolphins come in to the bay.
Its a Historical Hawaiian style home that brings you back into that era. Giving you the true feeling of Hawaiian heritage . A charming bungalow with Many updates. The shower has been replaced with a beautiful Green bamboo tile shower. But many guests prefer to use the outdoor shower. New living furniture set with 2 beautiful sofas. Viking stove , updated windows with French doors leading out from the kitchen. The views are amazing right from the Master Beautiful teak canopy bed with French doors leading out to the yard. Outdoor dining Under The lighted Pavilion which features a Gas and kettle BBQ 's for a Great Outdoor dining ce. French doors in the front master suite brings in those beautiful trade winds. A new TV Console, Nice dining room table that seats 6 plur outdoor dining table under covered pavillion. There is a second Pavilion at the end of a spacious lawn area by a fire pit, which is truly a wonderful place to hang out during the day for shade and relaxation. In the evening The whole family will love to roast marshmallows while gazing at the stars. Have a glass of Vino while listening to the waves. Its truly lovely to look at the ocean at night with the few homes on the bay lighting up the shore with little twinkling lights. Its Truly a wonderful place for a family a vacation or a romantic getaway.
Please note: Before booking this property it is located in a tsunami zone Emergency phone numbers and evacuation routes are posted at house. In addition also See Evacuation Route Map in Photos.

Note...There are 2 vehicles parked on the property. Backing behind the van to turn around is advised.

Property manager

Michaeal or Joy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Keep a watch children in the front yard.

Events

No events allowed
Events are possible with advance notice with a fee

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is possible 30 feet away from the building
Events and extra guest parties are not permitted. However are reunions, receptions retreats are permitted at an additional cost in advance.
Please take out county trash can on Sunday night to the corner of Kuono Rd. And Molooa Rd. Right down from the NO OUTLET sign . Big Mahalo!
Please take garbage when you go for an outing down on Molooa Road by the No Outlet sign. Rince off sand of beach equipment && &

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
Note from host: Events are possible with advance notice with a fee
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 490090040000, TA-055-026-6880-01, GE-055-026-6880-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kilauea

Located in Kilauea, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Kauai Mini Golf and Ho'opi'i Falls are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens and Princeville Botanical Gardens. Island Sails and Smith's Tropical Paradise are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Map
Anahola, HI

What's nearby

  • Moloaa Bay - 1 min walk
  • Moloaa Beach - 2 min walk
  • Kilauea Lighthouse - 21 min drive
  • Anini Beach - 24 min drive
  • Hanalei Bay - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Bar Kilauea - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kilauea Bakery & Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Trilogy Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Paco's Tacos Lighthouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kauai Juice - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DREAMY BEACH, STUNNING VIEWS, AMAZING LOCATION! Sleeps10 TVR#1328 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kilauea holiday home is just steps away from Moloaa Bay and Moloaa Beach. Ka Lae Amana and Larsen's Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hawaiian Gem.
I stayed here with 4 other 40 year-adult college friends. My friends were new to the island, I was the tour guide. I’ve been to Kauai 20 times and have never been to Moloaa Beach because it is sooo private. This hands down is my favorite beach on Kauai. And this is the best house property on the bay. This is a real plantation style home with history. The owner is planning a remodel that would put this property way out of reach for the normal vacationer. Book now!! There are four private gates you must through to get to the beach and then this stunning property overlooking the crystal clear snorkeling and swimming bay. Huge private property with two gazebos we hung 5 hammocks from. (Bring hammocks!) It was perfect for us and I had a hard time getting my newbie friends to leave and explore the rest of the island. Phenomenal experience and a great helpful host on call. I will be back to this property and only this property for future trips. When we showed up we felt the photos on vrbo significantly downplayed this stunning property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house in a spectacular, magical location
Our family stayed here to celebrate my 75th birthday, and every day we pinched ourselves, thrilled to wake up to the spectacular view across the wide lawn overlooking a very private beach. this is not a "resort-type" home but an older, quirky plantation-style home that was perfect for our casual family. It's very private, and the first time a little hard to get to because it's down a long private road; but after that we had no problem. The house was well-equipped with appliances, barbecues, snorkeling equipment and beach toys for our three-year old. There were some issues with the stove; the owner had ordered a new one that was taking a while to come. So we happily barbecued in the outdoor pavilion! There are LOTS of mosquitoes, so we had to keep the doors closed at certain times of day; no air conditioning, but plenty of fans. This is a unique and beautiful property, in a magical location that we felt very lucky to stay in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and location
This was a fantastic place to stay, a really unique location with easy access to the beach. The host was very communicative and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, LOCATION!
Very private. Sitting on a bluff overlooking a quiet bay. Watching whales and dolphins play in the water. Walking the beach and finding monk seals sleeping. Boogie boarding in crystal clear ocean. Snorkeling around the reef. ..... and you can do all that without getting into your car! Like other reviews have said, it is not a resort. But when you spend all your time outside soaking up the sun and beauty the inside is not so important. Beds were clean and comfortable. Back bedroom with attached bathroom has screens for windows, felt like you were sleeping outside! Clean bathrooms. Outdoor shower for rinsing the beach off. Big screen TV with comfy couch. Side room with another comfortable couch. Large dining room table. We did not eat meals at the house. Toaster oven for bagels in the morning, packed meat sandwiches and waters for picnic lunch and dinner out. Large fridge to hold waters to drink and freezer to hold waters for icepacks. Cooler provided. Two pavilions. One just off the dining room with table and chairs. One at the corner of bluff with chairs for relaxing. Boogie boards, swim noodles, beach chairs and blankets, snorkeling gear, sand toys all provided. Lynette was awesome and quick to respond whenever we had a question. She seemed genuinely happy to host us, treating us more like friends visiting than customers renting. I was the planner for my brother, husband and daughter. I had it narrowed to a beautiful condo in Princeville or this rustic home on Moa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Million dollar view and privacy
We got in a little late and had some issues with getting in (locks in the dark for privacy gates). Lynn was completely accessible and talked us through other options. We had a couple of questions during our stay and she was always available to help. The property location can’t be beat. The beach is very private, the property gives you room to breathe. It’s a little quirky - as other reviews have said, it definitely feels like an authentic old-school home that you get to settle in to. Our family adored being able to grill out, walk to the beach, look for whales, and feel like we could relax. The location was great for exploring the whole island. We hope to come back in the future and stay here again - it’s a hidden gem for people who are not looking for a resort type stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Location!!
Absolutely gorgeous views from the outside gazebos!!! Very private, and felt like a step back in time on the lovely uncrowded beach, with good snorkeling around the reef. Woderful spot for a family vacation. House is comfortable, though there were issues with the stove during our stay. Host was attentive & is working on improving the property.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Beth B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and location is perfection
The house sits on top of the bluff overlooking the bay. It is quite spectacular. The house is well appointed with body boards, beach chairs and sand toys. The grounds were so well kept with beautiful trees and mature tropical plants. My only complaint really had nothing or little to do with the property management and more with the guest before us. They were late checking out which meant we were late being able to check in. Check in was 4:00 but we got in at 5:30. We were not compensated for the late check in but the host was apologetic about it; explaining it was the people before us were late in leaving. (Fellow travelers please be courteous we had to eat cold take out and we had traveled all day and were looking forward to eating dinner right away). All in all waking up to the beautiful ocean was spectacular. The house is secluded from other people/neighbors making it an ideal get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location amazing trip
We really enjoyed our stay! The house sits overlooking incredible views. Just a very short walk to the sand, less than a minute. The house is well equipped and the layout is perfect. We were very comfortable in the beds! The property is beyond beautiful with luscious plants and trees. We had coffee every morning overlooking the beautiful water and low tide mornings. In the morning we saw many sea creatures in the rocks and reef be careful when you walk on the grass that you don’t step on a mollusk because they are good creatures! And be careful when walking on the reef that you don’t step on sea cucumbers and injure them. This is our 6th time to Moloa’a Bay, and we can’t wait to rent this house again. The owner was very nice and communicated well for the little things we had questions on. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moloaa Magic
My wife and I met and fell in love while we were living on Kauai back in 1984 . I used live in the 3 story home on the beach where the Moloaa stream runs into the bay in 1982 until Hurricane Iwa made the house uninhabitable. Mary and I were so excited to find this old Plantation style home perched over the bay with panoramic views of the bay and ocean. The privacy of the gated road up to the home with the 1 minute walk down the driveway to the beach below the home was awesome. This older home made us feel like we went back in time and were once again living back on Kauai. There was not one touch of “ Fancy Resort” with everything all shiny and new. Just plain old Hawaiian style casual beach house living. So if you want a 5 star resort this home is not for you. You will spend most of your time on the bay edge of the property taking in the waves breaking on the reef. We saw whales going by a 1/2 mile out and a pod of dolphins just outside the bay. 3 sea turtles were feeding below the house on the edge of the reef. The snorkeling in one of small shallow channels of the reef closest to the end of the beach below us was an easy swim and had clear water with fish grazing on the reef. The property is backed by thick steep jungly coastal foliage so you are at the edge of the normal Hawaiian mosquito zone. Keep the house doors closed and have bug repellent handy while barbecuing and sitting outside. No air conditioning but plenty fans. Tropical Moloaa Magic!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M., New River, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing like it!
Feel so lucky that someone could have a home like this and share it! Amazing location! Truly nothing like it. Our family enjoyed this home every day! Neighbors were super cool and we really felt like we lived here. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaena W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation in paradise
Our week here was awesome. The property and privacy cannot be beat. The house itself is a clean, older plantation style home with all of the amenities in the kitchen to cook delicious meals. Enjoyed streaming a couple of movies at night too. Beds were comfortable. Great washer and dryer in unit. Our home away from home. If you are desiring resort style accommodations then book at a resort. We loved the privacy of this rental and it had everything we needed. Would book again given the chance. One of the best on the ocean bookings we have ever made! Mahalao.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place!
We loved this place. Sits just above the ocean. Ocean views for days. Just a short 30 sec walk down the driveway to the beach. Pretty much a private beach all to ourselves. Saw turtles, seals and chickens. Lol. Swam with a turtle and an octopus. And of course fish. This island is now my favorite very chill. Loved everything about our trip. Host was great! We plan on coming back in the summer time.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Home Away from Home
This property was the perfect place for us. Nestled in the woods on a plateau overlooking Maloa'a Bay, there is comfort, privacy and the most wonderful views of the bay, the ocean, the mountains, the stars, the waves and all that they have to offer. It is ground level making it easy to access for those with mobility concerns. There were lots of dishes and cookware which meant our leaving the property happened very little. The furniture was all comfortable!!! What a treat that was. The beach is a short walk down the slightly steep driveway. Most of the folks on the beach were locals and were very helpful and pleasant. Joy was easily available via text for any questions we had. The property is not a new resort, it is an old family home. It was comfortable inside but more importantly, it was fabulous outside. The breeze was magnificent and even on the day it rained like cats and dogs, it was great to be all the different places on the property. Easy to take care of, too. This is my Hawaiian Home Away from Home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, private paradise
Our foursome enjoyed an idyllic week at this beachfront paradise. The privacy here is impressive, the beach so accessible with fine sand, coral reefs and great wildlife (sea turtles, stingrays, many fish and birds). Stargazing was really enjoyable at night. We swam and snorkeled every day! The older home had its charms and expected limitations. Joy & Michael were responsive to a water issue, a leaky pipe outside, and had people fixing it before we returned from an excellent Saturday farmer’s market in Lihue near the community college. We really enjoyed the comfortable, rustic vibe of the place and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captivating view
Sitting above Moloa'a Beach with a captivating view opening toward the ocean was picture perfect. Easy walk to a fantastic beach and privacy when we returned home really allowed for a get away from it all experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Ladera Ranch, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay of Beauty
The view from this home, from the bluff it is on, from the beach on this bay all made it seem like we were in a dream all week. Snorkeling and swimming, it’s amazing! Mahalo Joy!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“The heavens declare the glory of God, the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” Psalm19:1
My husband and I finally got the privilege of introducing our children to our favorite place on earth...Kauai! We were so blessed to have the opportunity to vacation at Joy’s lovely residence for two magnificent weeks. This inviting Hawaiian plantation home was absolutely perfect for our active family’s needs. To begin each morning absorbing such spectacular views of the serene bay at sunrise to concluding each evening enjoying the sensational sunsets descending behind the impressive mountain backdrop was truly reviving to the soul! Just as the psalmist declared, “From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised” (Psalm 113:3) and that was exactly our reaction to such breathtaking scenery! It was so intriguing discovering all the exotic vegetation and various fruit trees surrounding the well-manicured property, too. The uncrowded northeast section of Kauai is our favorite area due to its beauty and easy accessibility to the north and south portions of the island. Moloa’a Bay is a very desirable beach that others seek out to spend the day. Fabulous trees around the bay provide wonderful shade that most beaches lack. We loved the privacy and security of the residence with it situated on a small bluff overlooking Moloa’a Bay, yet the beach was only a short walk down the driveway. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring around the lava rock and walking the perimeter of the beach. We had the convenience of being able to use the stand up paddle board, snorkel around the reef and boogie board with the equipment available at the house. We managed to visit other beaches during our stay but decided this incredible one at our front door was undeniably the best! Joy’s place was well stocked with kitchen supplies, linens, paper towels, beach towels, etc. She has obviously made significant updates to this charming plantation home, incorporated comfy bedding, new furniture, a fresh coat of paint in addition to future improvements down the road. Joy was an excellent communicator, and we really appreciated the effort she put in to ensuring our stay was comfortable and unproblematic. She was so accommodating throughout our entire time spent on the island, willing to answer any questions or provide us with extra departure time if needed. Our family looks forward to returning to this wonderful paradise and creating more unforgettable memories! It was our tropical home away from home!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merlina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
We had a wonderful time at this lovely house. Joy, the owner was so accommodating. She even let us checking in early. It was easy to communicate with her either by phone or email. I would highly recommend her rental house.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utopia
For me, this is the most beautiful place on Earth. Overlooking the pristine bay and then out to the horizon. There are no visible neighbors. I love old houses and this one suited me just fine. The beds are very comfortable, the appliances upgraded and hot water coming out of the faucets. If you need more, probably a resort would suit you better. We hardly ever left in the car we rented. The beach is my favorite and just a short walk down the driveway. We will rent again. The reason for the four stars on cleanliness was an issue with the coffee maker. Not a crisis at all and we corrected it ourselves. Joy is windstorm work with and we loved the chocolate macadamias and flowers put out for us as a welcome. Mahalo, Joy for an unforgettable journey to paradise. I hope to return next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Ross A., Bowen Island, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ross
What a unique and restful property. Moloaa Bay is a remote, country like setting away from the density of condo holiday vacations. Beautiful views across the bay, uncrowded beach to walk on, and swimming right out front. The house is an older, but very functional plantation style place to stay with family and friends. Joy was very responsive and helpful as a host. This was exactly what we wanted for our Kauai get away - we will return for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pocket of heaven
It was an amazing segment of time and very happy to share my honey moon in this space with my wife
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jude r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A "Awesome Property", The Best spot on the Island!
This place met all my Expectations and more! It truly has the most stunning Views. A Amazing Property that was so private, tranquil and relaxing. Just a short walk to a Beautiful Beach with very little people. We just love the old Plantation style home, experiencing the Hawaiian culture. We did see a few bugs, to be expected in a rural area. We took a lot of great photos and enjoyed the beach activities. We did most our cooking outdoors under the pavilion with a large dining area. It was wonderful sitting out in the evening under the stars so bright with a glass of wine and a small fire in the firepit. We will definitely will be returning to this Heavenly Place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Kaloshini M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Bait and switch beware
We were impressed upon first entering the backyard of this property with its stunning views of Moloa’a Bay and thought we had scored on this accommodation. It quickly ended there. The house itself is very old with small airless rooms and over furnished to the point of watching where you walk or sit to avoid tripping over yourself or knocking your legs against sharp table corners. The overall uncleanliness of the place is unsettling. Grime and scale in the bathroom and kitchen, bedbugs in the bedroom with spiders and roaches everywhere! No exaggeration when I say we had to keep checking the ceiling while taking a shower to avoid having potential roaches flying onto us! Disgusting!! We brought this up w the owners who promptly let us know this is Kauai! We had to take a day to thoroughly clean the bathroom shower cubicle, sink and toilet. We purchased a new shower curtain, bought a new toilet brush to clean out the toilet, and followed a similar cleaning regimen with the kitchen bleaching down the sink, counters, wiping out the fridge and microwave w previous guests leftover scraps still stuck onto the insides. The owners asked if we’d like to have the dishwasher replaced which was broken and filled w stagnant water at the bottom when we got there. We replied yes we would appreciate that, and two weeks later mentioned it again to which we received no response. We purchased paper cutlery and crockery and cups to avoid eating and drinking as much as possible from anything that could have been crawled over by roaches. The bbq was not even an option -looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in years. The bedding smelled gross so we washed all bedding and towels before using. There was a pile of termites in the hallway that we swept up only to be replaced almost immediately by another pile. We had booked this accommodation for 5 weeks but moved into a hotel into our third week there. The takeaway for us is absolutely no more VRBO bookings unless it’s by word of mouth! The pics online of this place were so misleading. It’s true the views are stunning and privacy definitely partners this location. But good luck w getting into the property at night. It’s like descending into a dark abyss. Besides, there are 4 sets of gates to go through w different locks; in fact, we had to purchase two new sets of locks because the bicycle lock they had was rusty and we ended up being locked in one Sunday morning. Enjoy the views good luck w the rest of your stay here.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Special location!
It seemed like the best locations in Hawaii are dominated by resorts and condos but then we found this spot. We prefer privacy but not isolation and Moloa'a Bay was perfect for us. Joy's rental was in a fantastic location, private but with a plateau above the beach where you can, from your lawn, see the entire bay, the few houses, and Kauai at its best. Two minute walk down the driveway to the beautiful beach. Access to the house is through two locked gates guaranteeing privacy, but we could get to Kilauea and Princeville for shopping in five or ten minutes. Larger Kapa'a in one direction and beautiful Hanalei in the other are only another five or ten minutes away. I would give the location at least eight stars for what we wanted. The house is not the $5-$10million estate you can find for thousands per night. It is a plantation home with some updates, a nice sitting room for viewing the sites, very comfortable master bedroom with a great view, plenty of additional sleeping spaces, laundry and outdoor (and indoor) shower, updated kitchen with modern appliances. We drank morning coffee under the gazebo, BBQed fresh opah and monchong under the second gazebo. My wife and I have been visiting the Hawaiian islands since the 1970s, and this two week stay was among our very favorites. Still a few improvements could be made to the home (and I believe they will be) but the second we arrived, we knew we had found the very special place we were looking for. We will not forget this visit, and we would absolutely book this unique place again, and again, and again. I almost didn't write this review because I know it will be harder to book once others discover how special Joy and Michaeal's place is!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cantwell M.

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"The Best Spot on the Island, Bar None!" Awesome Location with Amazing Views and Privacy.
As soon as we arrived. I said ,"This is it, Perfect! Just the kind of spot we was looking for. It was just as described. Tranquility, Serenity, Privacy with Stunning Views. If you are looking for a resort kind of vacation, this is not the place for you. This is a place to really relax and have some family fun without all the people and noise that goes along with that. We wanted a place of Natural Beauty and we got it. We couldn't of been happier. There was so much do right here at this quaint Beautiful Bay. The Ocean is steps away to great snorkeling and Boogie Boarding. Though it was nice on the beach the view is much more advantageous from the yard. We saw some dolphins come in for a visit. Loved that! We found a paddle Board by the shed and helped ourselves. That was so much fun, though it was hard to stay standing up at first after you get the hang of it was great! The house was as described a older Hawaiian plantation style nothing fancy, but charming and everything we needed. You will see a few bugs, but to be expected so close to lots of open land and greenery. We enjoyed watching and listening to the cute little Geckos (No worries they have no teeth). It appears many updates have been made with windows and doors. We loved the Viking stove but mostly we used the BBQ's, we had a choice of propane or a Weber. It was nice dining outdoors under the under the gazebo. There is plenty of outdoor seating. We chose to sit at the end of property for morning coffee and evening to enjoy the stars ( bring a flashlight at night) Enjoy the rare view of the ocean waves both coming in and going out. If your lucky you will see a full Moon lit over ocean. Pretty Awesome! I would recommend this vacation property to anyone who wants it all. We will be coming back to this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

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Hosted by Michaeal or Joy

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We love living in Paradise the weather here is pretty wonderful over 300 days a year. We are adventurous, We love activities such as hiking, biking, Boogie boarding and sailing. Whale watching during the winter months is wonderful and watching the Dolphins come in now and then to the Bay is just spectacular. Our favorite thing to do is to just hang out at the beach sit around the fire pit in the evening and have BBQs Life is Good!

Why they chose this property

Its one of a kind. A place to get away from it all. You will enjoy Tranquility and Seclusion. but not to far from town or restarants. There is know other place like it on the planet. It uniqueness makes it a favorite to Locals as well as tourist. This home is a hIstorical Hawaiian plantation style from the 1950:s. A cute bungalow with no frills but it has everythiong you need. This is very afforadable for being a Beachfront property. A vacation Rental two doors down is a newer home, though it is lovely and large, it does not have the great views this property offers and it comes with a hefty price tag of $1,500 per night plus fees. If your like the hustle Bustle of a resort, people and pools, this is not for you. If you are looking for privacy, great views and a place to just chill with family this is the spot for you. Not to far from town, and lots of places to visit an actyivites to do. Like one of our guests said after a day of sightseeing," we could'nt get back to this property". Close enough to everything an and yet far enough away from it all!
Please note this property is in a tsunami zone. Emergency info is posted on refrigerator.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location! The views are stunning! The proximity to the beach is only a 1 minute walk. The reef right in front is just gorgeous! This view of the Reef can only be seen from this property. Monk Seals are frequent vistors. You can sit in a chair all day long and never get tired of looking at the beauty as the tide changes. Its a popular spot for fishing as well. At other Beachfront properties you'll have people parking their Beach umbrellas , chairs, sand toys etc. right in front of you, and their goes your great view. Because your perched up on a bluff you have lots of privacy with amazing views and a spacious front yard with over 200 ft. of footage. Many Locals refer to this location as the Trump Card of Molooa Bay. Most guests love the idea that this is the property that "Gilligans Island" shot their 1st few episodes right here on this property before moving to Oahu. Not only is the ocean beautiful but the mountains are green, lush. No wonder they shot " Jurassic Park "right here in this wonderful Island of Kauai.

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