Where do I even begin. My husband and I have stayed in many airbnbs, rentals, cabins, hotels, etc., and this adorable condo has been BY FAR the absolute best EVER. From the aesthetic, to the location, to cleanliness, to communication with the Host (Martie is AMAZING), the entire experience was perfection. This condo was designed so nicely, so cozy, so homey. It was PRISTINE and could not have been more clean. We had no issue with bugs or anything. (Of course they’re outside, especially at night, but they’re just little gnats and Junebug looking things. No flying roaches, which I was terrified to see - we saw NONE on our trip. No centipedes either, thank the Hawaiian GODS). The inside of the condo was completely pest-free. We actually had a few cuties (geckos) on our lanai over the course of our stay, which was AWESOME, and I read is good luck!
Every room was fully stocked with everything we could have needed and MORE...and was all easy to find. The kitchen has everything you could ever need - I could have catered a wedding in that kitchen! There was even an Instantpot type thing. Blender, etc. Every utensil you would need, cheese grater, cutting boards, storage containers for leftovers, and even baggies, etc. The fridge even had some beers/seltzers and water inside which was a VERY nice touch.
The bed was so comfortable, and the couch was comfortable, (all the furniture was really nice quality). Everything worked perfectly, and everything was labeled and easy to understand. The AC was wonderful and worked great, but we really enjoyed opening up all the slatted (screened) windows and enjoying the warm Hawaiian air. The lanai was...a dream. The view was incredible. Waking up to the birds and roosters, and at one point a beautiful thunder and lightning storm, was a DREAM. There is a storage bin out on the lanai with everything you could need for snorkeling (including really nice snorkel masks AND fins), or relaxing on the beach (including chairs, a mat, and a cooler that we found CLEAN and ready to go inside the condo). The bathroom was clean with a really nice showerhead. There was reef-friendly sunscreen in the cabinet, as well as plenty of backup toiletries. There was even an iron and ironing board, and all the things you could ever need. The washer/dryer worked GREAT, and there was soap ready to go.
The location itself was beautiful. An easy walk to the oceanview for sunsets, and conveniently located near Foodland, gas station, shopping center and more. It was easy to get to Hanalei, very close, and of course the rest of the island was easily accessible, too. Anini Beach is right down the road (our favorite beach of the many we visited), which was great for snorkeling, and views. Check-in and check-out was a breeze. The condo is code-locked, so no need to worry about a key.
And our Host, Martie, was so on top of everything. Communication was excellent! And that’s really important. I’ve had hosts completely disappear and not respond at all during airbnb stays. Martie is like a friend, and very available. And she’s so kind, thoughtful, and helpful!! Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in this magical wonderland they call Kauai. I will be telling everyone I know to stay here.