5.0
kolohala was incredible!
This house was awesome. The backyard felt like our own private oasis. We loved seeing all of the animals everyday. The house was in great shape and was beautiful inside and out. The landscaping was perfect. Bed was very comfortable. The rental company was very responsive and accommodating. Would definitely go back
Submitted on Oct 02, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that your stay at Kolohala was such a memorable experience. We will be sure to pass along the kudos for our team. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Aloha!
4.0
absolutely beatuiful location with simple recommendations
The design and location of the house are spectacular. The woodwork is lovely. I miss the outdoor seating area already, even though some of the chairs are uncomfortable. We enjoyed renting bicycles for the week so that we could easily get to Tunnels Beach. There were a few moments of frustration with the amenities of the house though. We like to cook, but the refrigerator, even turned down, froze my farmer's market veggies (twice) and it's leaky. The dishwasher was sporadic at best, often not releasing the soap, so we had to rewash the dishes by hand. The stove is not great. There were few good pans at first. The reading lights in the master bedroom go on and off which is frustrating for a family of readers. The seating area in the living room is okay, not great for back support. The stereo doesn't work, and more fans are needed. However, Kauai Vacation rentals has the best service. They brought over new pans, a rice cooker, and a new toaster. They also had someone clean the kitchen. We appreciated that. still, it's quite pricey, which is understandable for Kauai. With a simple renovation in the kitchen and a better seating area, the house would be superb. I wish I could say I would rent it again, but I think the kitchen needs an update for the price.
Submitted by Greenbrae CA on Sep 14, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the home’s design and location. We apologize for the inconveniences you mentioned, and we are happy our team was able to quickly provide what you needed. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Aloha!
5.0
you will miss this beautiful special place in our world!
The moment we left Kolohala, we were missing this incredibly beautiful and peaceful piece of Earth that we found peace and solitude each day and evening of our stay. If you love animals, you will fall in love with the horses, cows, donkey, roosters, birds and cats that all live in harmony. We were also blessed with a baby calf that was precious. The house is beautiful and clean with all the essentials you will need. The rooms are large and the primary bathroom is amazing with the rain shower. The outside deck is great for early morning sunrises and evening sunsets with meadows and mountains for a glorious background. A few recommendations for guests: the house is not walkable to town and has several one lane bridges to drive over to get to the property. Everyone is very courteous, so not hard to navigate; therefore, buy your groceries before you leave town. 3 essentials we needed first day were coffee, shampoo and conditioner. The house has coffee filters and bar soap. First day: read the rule book! The book will tell you all you need to know about navigating the house and the island. There is a Kauai travel book there as well that was great to read. Find the path to the ocean across the street! It’s much shorter and you don’t have to drive. You can walk to the nearby restaurant Opakapaka Grill, the cocktails are great by the ocean. Recommend the Haena State Park for hiking but reserve your pass early. We did the shuttle that was easy and it wasn’t far to drive to. We hiked several trails on the North Shore and they were hard and muddy. We used the hiking sticks from downstairs in the laundry room. Those sticks saved our lives!!! Thank you to the owners for thinking of them! When you arrive at the house, you will see a lot of signs posted of do’s and don’ts that may seem like there are a lot of “rules” to follow. However, when you leave the beautiful Kolohala, you understand the signs are there to keep t
Submitted by Fredericksburg TX on Feb 08, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your heartfelt review! We're so glad you found peace and solitude at Kolohala and enjoyed the beauty of the island. Your tips for future guests are much appreciated! We’d love to welcome you back for another stay in this special place. Aloha!
5.0
wonderful property
Quiet, private, and my favorite area on the north shore! I felt the home had everything we needed and any questions we had were addressed right away. Highly recommend this property and the property management company as well!
Submitted by Fishers IN on Nov 23, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful and private setting in your favorite area on the North Shore. We’d love the chance to welcome you back for another amazing stay. Aloha!
5.0
peaceful paradise!
This property was quiet, scenic and perfect in every way. A short walk to the beach was a plus. It was very clean and well maintained. The management team was very responsive and helpful. We look forward to visiting again soon.
Submitted by Rio Vista CA on Aug 19, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear you found the property to be a peaceful paradise and enjoyed its scenic charm and convenient access to the beach. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another relaxing visit. Aloha!
5.0
relaxing location, beautiful house
The house is beautifully crafted with fine detailing throughout. Very nice house. The location is extremely relaxing and a great place to just read a book on the patio or enjoy the Jurassic park view of the lush landscape surroundings. The snorkeling beach is not too far, my young adult kids walked to it but we drove early to get a parking spot. There are little beaches within walking distance as well. Great place for relaxing.
Submitted by Ellensburg WA on Aug 13, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your kind words! We’re delighted you Enjoyed the beauty of the home as well as the serene surroundings. It’s great to know the location offered a mix of convenience and tranquility for everyone. We hope to welcome you back for another peaceful and memorable stay! Aloha!
5.0
peaceful place on north shore
Cool breezes, open air with no AC. Wrap around lanai, beautiful view of pastoral pasture and mountains. Interesting books on Hawaii history, culture and nature. Close to beaches. Gorgeous well appointed home.
Submitted by Elgin TX on Jun 19, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! It’s great to know you appreciated the wrap-around lanai and the beautiful views of the pasture and mountains. We’re delighted you found the home gorgeous and well-appointed. We’d love to welcome you back for another peaceful stay on the North Shore. Aloha!
5.0
i love kauai!
What a beautiful stunning place to stay!
Submitted by Burnsville MN on May 28, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for sharing your love for Kauai! We're delighted that you found our place beautiful. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable moments. Aloha!
5.0
fantastic experience!
Kauai Vacation Rental was a delight to worwork with! They were responsive,were available to answer any questions,and their overall communication was great. The property we stayed at was also beyond praise!
Submitted by Delray Beach FL on May 02, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your fantastic review! We're Happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with Kauai Vacation Rentals. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable Kaua'i vacation soon. Aloha!
5.0
a garden setting on the garden isle
Kolohala is a beautiful, well-appointed, and comfortable home with lots of windows and a lovely wrap-around deck overlooking mostly serene pasture. Lush, green mountains in the distance provide a stunning backdrop. Birds are in abundance and their songs serenade throughout the day. Roosters and chickens are also abundant, and together with the occasional hee-hawing of a nearby mule (even in the middle of the night), you feel off the beaten path and removed from the hustle and bustle of city life. The master bed was very comfortable and the glass shower in the master bathroom was truly a revelation and revealing at the same time. I’ll leave it at that. We walked about 5-10 minutes to different parts of the nearby beach to enjoy stunning sunrises and rainbows and the healing sounds of the ocean, all with hardly anyone around. The house is not air conditioned, but the air moves well throughout the house due to all the windows, etc. Yes, the house is located on the north side of the island, and getting anywhere takes time, but that didn’t bother me at all, as the tropical beauty of Kauai never gets old. We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Submitted by Davis CA on Apr 11, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you Enjoyed the serene setting and found the home comfortable. It sounds like you had a truly immersive experience with the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the future. Aloha!
5.0
amazing!
Just a beautiful, well appointed home. The garden was beautiful as well. WE enjoyed the horses and chickens behind the house. Loved staying at the North Shore this time and will definitely come back.
Submitted by Redondo Beach California on Apr 08, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your amazing review! We’re pleased to hear that you Enjoyed the beautiful home. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another stay. Aloha!
5.0
wonderful home, wonderful stay
Kolohala is a beautiful home. So well crafted! I enjoyed just marveling at how amazing the home is. Gorgeous backyard. It was wonderful just sitting on the deck looking out at the meadow and mountain. It's a quick walk to the beach. I can't praise this property enough, I felt so lucky to be there.
Submitted by Seattle WA on Mar 19, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re pleased to hear that you found the home so beautiful. We hope to welcome you back for another exceptional stay in the future. Aloha!
5.0
lovely north shore get away
This property was wonderful and the stay was fantastic. Beautiful, clean home with all needed amenities. I had an issue with the electricity due to a rainstorm and KVR responded immediately and helpfully. The location is a lovely north shore getaway from all the crowds. I do wish it were a bit more simple to get to the beach but that's just how it is up there. There are not obvious signs for the public beach. But there is a hand drawn map in the welcome book. Overall amazing stay!
Submitted by Ouray CO on Mar 12, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for sharing your experience! We're so glad you Enjoyed the property and had a fantastic stay. We are delighted that you had an amazing stay, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Aloha!