My husband and I stayed at Devaki's place for 9 nights in early September 2021 and were extremely pleased and satisfied with our stay.
The space is beautiful--big, open, surrounded by windows with green green green lush plant views on both sides of the unit. The unit had been cleaned meticulously when we arrived (there was even Hawaiian music playing which was such a nice touch). We took full advantage of the well appointed kitchen (check above the stove for many condiments presumably left by previous renters...even two half full bottles of rum!) to prepare many of our meals. The multiple ceiling and tower fans and plentiful windows did a great job of keeping the temperature comfortable. We were also able to utilize the washer and dryer which were convenient for a longer stay. Oh--she had beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers which we utilized heavily as well.
Devaki herself was so responsive to our questions and needs from the time we booked and throughout our visit. She was warm and welcoming and made us feel as if we had an island insider to give us tips (where to eat, favorite spots in the area to visit, how to get places). She even provided us with some utility bills to show the FedEx shipping facility in Lihue when I needed to drive there to pick up a mail order prescription that had been delayed and retained there.
The real value in Devaki's place, though, is the location. Walk less than 5 minutes and you are at one of the most beautiful beaches you'll ever see (my favorite I've ever visited). I could have spent every day at that beach and nowhere else and had one of the best vacations of my life. Walk 5 minutes in the other direction and you are in the quaint and charming and laid back town of Hanalei where you can shop and eat and drink and hang out with chickens. Also short driving distance to all of the North Shore beaches, hikes and attractions you'd care to visit. The location was the reason we decided to rent with Devaki and we couldn't be happier that we did.
Great place, kind and helpful host, ultimate location. The only thing better I could imagine is being right on the water, but you are going to pay an arm and a leg for that in this location, so for the price, Devaki's place is a great value.