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The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination

Holiday home in Princeville with kitchen and balcony

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light and airy living space with direct access to first floor lanai
Granite counter tops in the gourmet kitchen with Stainless appliances.
Dining area, room for 6.
Master Bedroom.  Window seat and private lanai with a view of the pool.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Princeville, HI
  • Place, Princeville Makai Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanalei Bay
  • Place, Hideaways Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 - Master

1 King Bed

2 - Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 - Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Den with bed and trundle

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1 - Master Bath

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

2 - Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

3 - Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination

Our lovely Nihilani Home is situated ideally in the center of the complex, far away from the noise of Ka Haku Road and just steps to the swimming pool and barbecues. And good news, there is now wireless at the pool! This 2,200 SF, 2 story home has undergone a renovation, is beautifully decorated, and is deliciously air conditioned providing respite from those humid north shore days. Beautiful Pua Poa Beach, overlooking Hanalei Bay, is 1.2 mile walk via 1 Hotel Hanalei for a restorative morning walk and swim. Or 1.5 mile walk in the other direction, via the Westin Resort, brings you to Wyllie's Beach, at the end of the 2 mile long Anini Beach.

The moment you walk through the front door you feel at home. The living room is inviting and comfortable, the kitchen is open with stainless appliances, a spacious Island with counter seating adjacent to the formal dining table, and the bedrooms upstairs are a delightful haven for you and your family. The home is thoroughly cleaned between every stay.

There are 3 lanai's. The first floor lanai is directly off the living area, a perfect place to enjoy your cup of coffee in the morning, or a glass of wine in the evening. The sound of the breeze through the palm trees is so relaxing and a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. The other 2 lanais are private, one off the Master bedroom with a beautiful view of the pool, and the 2nd bedroom lanai has a street view and just a glimpse of the ocean.

Downstairs is the living/dining area, with plenty of room for everyone, comfortable furniture, and a 60" Flat Screen Smart TV. It is the perfect setting to relax after a long day in the sun. The dining table seats 6 with additional seating at the spacious Island in the kitchen. The kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and is fully equipped with everything you would need to create a meal for you and your family. There is direct access to the single car garage and a half bath rounds out the downstairs.

Upstairs, the Master bedroom suite is very large with a king size bed, 48" flat screen Smart TV, and a relaxing window seat nook which can convert to another sleeping area. The en suite bathroom has double sinks, a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. And of course don't forget that private lanai.

The 2nd bedroom suite consists of a queen size bed, direct access to the shared Jack & Jill bathroom and has it's own private lanai.

The third bedroom comes with a queen bed and shared access to the Jack & Jill Bathroom. All bedrooms are well appointed and comfortable, with spacious closets.

There is a fourth room upstairs, which contains a large twin/full bed with a trundle bed underneath and a 42" flat screen Smart TV.

A 2nd floor laundry room with full size washer and dryer is directly across from the den area.

This home comes complete with extra linens, towels, beach towels, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, in room safe, and of course free wireless high speed internet.

Right outside the front door you will find a beautiful pool with waterfall and 2 Jacuzzi's.

A feature unique to Nihilani that affords easy parking and access to the condo is the garage parking for 1-2 mid size or smaller: car, SUV or minivan. To pro-actively avoid surprises, garage space is limited to: 1 midsize or smaller SUV or mini van with 1 standard or smaller car. Renting either 1 standard or 2 smaller cars is suggested, to avoid tricky, guided maneuvering required to park 2 vehicles in the garage. Please note, there is no parking available outside of the garage or elsewhere in Princeville. Yes, space is at a premium on this small island in the middle of the Pacific. :) Garage is stocked with Beach Chairs and Beach Toys to enjoy during your stay.

So book your stay and come home to the perfect relaxation destination, and enjoy the Aloha!

Please be aware that VRBO has a service fee. We have no way of altering or deleting this fee, as it is added by VRBO automatically. It will be part of the quote.

PLEASE READ RENTAL AGREEMENT CAREFULLY AND NOTE ALL CLEANING FEES ARE PAID DIRECTLY TO CLEANER AS NOTED IN RENTAL AGREEMENT AND ARE IN ADDITION TO PAYMENT TO VRBO.

NO SMOKING OR RECREATIONAL SUBSTANCES allowed on the Premises.

While management attempts to promptly fix appliances, repairs cannot be guaranteed during your stay, due to the challenges of making repairs on a remote island with very limited help and delayed delivery.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Required Check Out Cleaning fee to be paid directly to clean team as noted in Rental Agreement.
Guest shall text for Welcome Info 3-5 days prior to arrival and confirm Rules and Requirements noted in Rental Agreement have been read and agreed to.
Guest shall remove outdoor shoes and wash off sand and mud prior to entry. Inside slippers or socks suggested Nov-April when 1st floor can be cool.

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
Property Registration Number 540050240005, TA-074-568-2944-01, GE-074-568-2944-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Princeville

Located in Princeville, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Princeville, HI

What's nearby

  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princeville Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hanalei Valley Lookout - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪1 Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Spot North Shore - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Relaxation & Beach Destination located?

Situated in Princeville, this golf holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Island Sails and Princeville Makai Golf Club. Sealodge Beach and Princeville Golf Club Prince Course are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was nothing short of amazing , this property was just perfect . Very spacious , Clean and well managed and stocked with essentials. Communication was great and we had no issues at all ! Will definitely be booking this property again the next time I come to Kauai!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Enjoyed our stay

This place was as advertised and Andrew was easy to work with. Would recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice property in a great area of Kauai. We would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Great location and amazing home

Easy access, great internet, all the amenities. I'll definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristine R.

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

Great Stay

Our family had a great time at this property. The only downside is that they do not have boogie boards at this property. That would have been very helpful for our group!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host did us an immense favor by allowing our family early check in. When you’re traveling this far, plans are bound to change and working with a flexible host is invaluable. Many thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve E.

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

Location was amazing

This was the perfect home for our family to use. The location was great and the home was clean and up kept. We would definitely use this home again when going to Kaua’i
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

danielle k.

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

Great location and beautiful condo

It was a great experience overall. Loved the location. We went to the nearby beach and the on site pool every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney P.

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

Spotless

We stayed at this property for five days. This is the second time we have stayed here and the pool and hot tub are very clean. The house is immaculate. We loved the beach chairs and took them with us daily. The kitchen is fully stocked, and the bedding was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

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

Everything you need

Perfect stay for our first trip to Kauai. The property is very spacious and comfortable, and is perfectly located to a beautiful neighborhood. Communication with the property management team was smooth and clear. Our kids often preferred the pool instead of the beach, which was steps away from the house. We couldn't be happier with our stay. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leila M.

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

Family trip

This house is amazing from fully equipped kitchen to comfy beds! Can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Christmas and New Years stay!

The property was wonderful! It’s really close to so many things! It had everything we needed in the kitchen. Our agent, Andrew, was SO helpful and answered any question we had in a timely manner! We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Exceptional Experience

From the time we arrived and found the property to be immaculate, through our entire stay we throughly enjoyed this property. It's situated for easy access to shopping and beaches, yet is in a very quiet neighborhood. The beds were very comfortable and we had everything we needed for an exceptional base during our Kauai stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Wonderful!

I would highly recommend staying in this condo! Peaceful setting & comfortable condo made for a perfect vacation! There's not a thing I would've changed :) We'll be return guests someday.

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Beautifully appointed, spacious home

The minute we walked inside, we knew it would be a grand week. This property is perfect for adults or families. With three bedrooms and a den with a daybed and trundle there is private space for kids and adults. It was very clean, bright and has 3 separate porch areas. This is one of the best VRBO properties we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Michel J.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Stay

We had a great time. The property is a great location. However the property manager was unresponsive and unwilling to reply to certain questions we had, which surprised us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

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

1st Hawaii trip

Nice & spacious, very clean, plenty of space/beds for 5 adults & 2 teens. Abundance of beach toys, chairs, snorkel gear, beach towels & water shoes. A/C worked great. Only minor annoyance was no working ice maker in freezer so we bought bag at Foodland right down the street. Also be mindful of extra cash cleaning fee due upon arrival when figuring in total cost. Would highly recommend & stay again! We loved our first family trip to the islands!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice spacious condo

We were very happy with the condo. Lots of space for us and our 2 little kids. Actually had too much space but it was really nice. Very close to the pool which we went to daily. We were glad to have the A/C at night and then would turn it off each morning as we didn’t really need it during the day plus we were gone most days adventuring. Would definitely recommend this nice property!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., Sacramento, CA

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

Home Away From Home

We had such a wonderful time here - my husband and I, our two daughters and two sons-in-law. We had plenty of space and the condo was clean and comfy. We did a lot of our own cooking, we used the BBQ and the pool. We especially enjoyed the lanais during couple of evening showers. We certainly understand why so many guests choose to return to this exact condo when visiting Kauai. It's perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D., Canada

This condo was incredible!

We just returned from a vacation at this condo. It was gorgeous, clean and had everything we needed. We were a group of two families, both with 2 small children. The condo came equip with tons of space, everything we needed and more for the beach (coolers, chairs, umbrella, even pool toys) and we enjoyed every bit of our stay. We did tons of laundry and it was nice that small things like dish soap, toilet paper and laundry soap was provided. I would recommend this condo to anyone wanting to stay in Princeville.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

BOB G.

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

UNIT 2B AT NIHILINI

EXACTLY AS IN THE PHOTOS. VERY CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, WELL EQUIPPED WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE KITCHEN TO THE BEACH CHAIRS, SNORKELS, FINS. FELT VERY MUCH AT HOME. ONE NEGATIVE: THE POOL IS BEAUTIFUL, BUT RATHER SMALL , FOR A PROPERTY THIS SIZE AND FULL OF SMALL, CHILDREN SCREAMING AND SPLASHING WITH JOY AND HAPPINESS, WITH HAPPY PARENTS AND GRANDPARENT. I WISH THERE WAS A SECOND SWIMMING POOL ON THE PROPERTY FOR ADULTS ONLY.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Perfect Vacation Rental in Paridise - CLOSE to the pool!

I have rented quite a few units from VRBO over the years and the combination of a dealing with a great owner (yes. . . there are owners that can ruin a beautiful rental and even put a damper on a vacation), great location, and a beautiful, well equipped, and maintained unit made this the best rental I have ever gotten from VRBO! It is very tastefully decorated, close to the pool, off the main road, and perfectly located in Princeville. The owners have bikes, outdoor chairs, and even some snorkel gear and boogie boards. We had a fairly large family group from Portugal, Florida and the Pacific Northwest that went to Kauai and we used this unit as the meeting place for cooking dinners and hanging out after spending time touring the island. Thank you for making this one of the best vacations ever and restoring my belief in VRBO!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Lisa d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
The house was as described for the most part and was roomy enough for my family of 7. The neighborhood is residential and I assume the HOA type of situation dictated a very long list of rules we needed to abide by, so make sure to read, ask about and understand the things you can and can't do. Also understand the cash only cleaning fee and the pretty high cost for that. I have young, and sometimes loud grandkids and the need for quiet and no toys/floaties etc at the pool was difficult for the kids. Hosts provided good amenities, kitchen tools could be newer and more useful (pans, knives, etc.) Overall no complaints, but I would likely only stay here again with an all-adult group. Location to other things (beach, shopping, etc.) was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Comfortable and nice to have a garage. There are beach toys, snorkels, surfboard, and a bike. The only issue is a lot of the snorkels are mismatched and broken as are the surf boards and bike (flat tire and no pump). Time to clean out the garage and replace the old, broken items. The property management guy was responsive and helpful. It would be nice to stock the bathrooms with a few things like a nice bar of soap rather than a mini bar like cheap hotels provide and hand soap rather at the sink rather than watered down dish soap to wash your hands. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

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

This Stay Hit the Mark

Check in information was texted just before we left and everything was clearly explained. Upon arrival we had further information on check-out procedures, which were very doable and minimal, as well as things to check out on the island during our time there. Our family of 8 (4 couples) all had a space to call our own which was very nice. I especially loved my morning's on our master bedroom lanai, listening to the cheerful sounds of the birds. We found the fridge stocked with some items left from the previous renters, so that was appreciated. When I found the broom was broken, Andrew was quick to replace it. Communication was excellent! The whole family felt safe and comfortable in this home. We also loved hanging out by the pool, which we were very close to (about a 1-2 minute walk). It was well taken care of. The hot tub after a busy day of pool, beach, shopping, or hiking was just the way to end the day! We loved the location and if returning to this beautiful garden Island, we would not hesitate to book the same home again! Mahalo!!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Juliana Dodd

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We are native San Diegan's and love the Southern California beach lifestyle. We have been coming to Hawaii with our family for decades and when we first came to the North Shore of Kauai, we found our favorite slice of paradise! Being from San Diego, we knew the quality of Brookfield developments and Nihilani is no exception. We chose our homesite before it was built and feel it is the best in the development, away from the road noise and enjoying the best views. We love sharing the North Shore Aloha!

Why they chose this property

If you are looking for a true home away from home, than you've found it. Beautifully furnished, comfortable and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing, inspiring vacation retreat.

What makes this property unique

Steps from the pool, Balmy breezes, swaying palms, a mile from the beach, golf and many other amenities. Not to mention, Nihilani is in an award winning location.

Languages:

English

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