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Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week!

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Open concept living area.
The Kiahuna Plantation is a 35-acre resort directly on a beautiful beach!
The nightly ritual. A bottle of wine, a couple of chairs, and a wondrous sunset!
The layout of the condo is a comfortable open concept design.
The living room layout is bright and airy.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Koloa, HI
  • Kiahuna Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Poipu Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Lawai Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week!

ONE OF A SELECT MINORITY OF KIAHUNA CONDOS WITH AIR CONDITIONING!

Tastefully remodeled bungalow style 1-bedroom condo at the Kiahuna Plantation, a 35-acre beachfront condo resort in the sunny South Shores area that evokes memories of Kauai’s early sugar plantation lifestyle.

Enjoy a short walk through the lush tropical grounds to one of the island's best beaches, or stroll across the road to quaint restaurants, shops, or Starbucks. The condo features a large master bedroom with King size bed, and a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living room.

In Hawaiian “Kiahuna” means “Special Place”. The Kiahuna Plantation is indeed a special place that evokes memories of Old Hawaii during the early plantation days. The ONLY beachfront condominium resort in Poipu, its 35-acre grounds features expansive landscaped lawns with mature palm, banyan and plumeria trees, lush tropical gardens with fragrant flowers, lily and koi ponds, orchid gardens, a picturesque lagoon, and low-density bungalow-style vacation condos.

A short walk through the beautiful grounds or the historic Moir Gardens directly below our condo, and you'll be right at the beach! The warm, turquoise water and crescent-shaped beach is protected by a reef. The white sand of our beach is great for lounging, and the blue crystal water is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and surfing. The South Shores area includes several other great beaches within a few minutes drive.

OUR KIAHUNA CONDO AMENITIES (Unit #326 / Bldg 39)
Our condo has been tastefully remodeled. Upgrades include new kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters, two flat screens TVs, modern furniture, and great lanai furniture. We also upgraded the bathroom to include a new vanity with granite top, and replaced the original tub with an attractive walk-in shower with slate tile and glass doors.

While more than 50% of the condos at the Kiahuna Plantation are breeze cooled, ours is one of the select few that has A/C! The furnished 240 square foot lanai looks directly over the famous Moir Gardens. There's also a convenient double BBQ island right next to our building, so cook your dinner and walk down to the beach or enjoy dinner on the lanai. Our condo offers great privacy, free Wi-Fi, free parking, in-room safe, no resort fees, and is smoke-free.

KIAHUNA PLANTATION AMENITIES
The Kiahuna Plantation resort features free parking, a convenient Laundromat, and beach-side activity center where you can get complimentary chairs, or rent snorkeling gear, boogie board and surfboards. However, the resort's greatest asset is its stunningly gorgeous grounds. Approaching the beach you'll encounter the "Great Lawn", which is an expansive grassy area with mature coconut trees swaying in the breeze. Take off your shoes and you'll think you're on carpeting!

OUR CONDO’S LOCATION IN THE COMPLEX
Our condo is located in Bldg. 39 on the second floor (9 easy steps), and overlooks the historic Moir Gardens from the lanai. With the beautiful gardens behind our building rather than buildings, the condo offers complete privacy. It is considered a 'Garden View Deluxe' unit, as it does not have a direct view of the ocean, but is closer to the beach than the 'Garden View' units. (It does have a small view of the ocean.) Take one of the myriad of paths leading through the grounds, and you'll be on the Great Lawn or the beach in 4 or 5 minutes!

The Poipu Shopping Village is an easy stroll across Poipu Road and features several restaurants including Keoki’s Paradise (our favorite!) that features an open-air setting with a lagoon, tiki torches and indoor water features! The village also features a number of casual eateries such as Puka Dog, Island Taco, Poipu Rock N' Roll Sushi, Papalini Gelato, and more. You'll also find a Starbucks, a small grocery store, and many shops for gifts, art, travel, and clothing.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT POLICY
Check-in time is 3:00 PM / Check-out time is 11:00 AM

HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
The cleaning fee you paid at the time you booked the condo takes care of the check-out cleaning to clean and sanitize the condo after your stay, as well as some additional housekeeping services during your stay as follows:
- Includes a towel exchange for a 4-day stay.
- Includes complimentary mid-stay "towels, trash, linen change + vacuum" service for stays of 5 days or more.
- Includes a full service cleaning for stays of 10 days or longer

OPTIONAL HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Outrigger Resorts offers the following housekeeping services which can be ordered at any time during your stay.
- Towel exchange ($15)
- Towel, trash, linen change + vacuum ($35)
- Full service cleaning ($60)

LOCAL ACTIVITIES
I will provide a list of activities that I recommend. World-class golf is minutes away at Kiahuna Golf Club, or the nearby Poipu Bay Golf Club. Don't forget to explore Historic Koloa Town a few minutes away!

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FAQs - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT'S THE BEST THING ABOUT THIS CONDO?
Value! We offer great rates, but our condo is far from a basic condo. It has been tastefully remodeled and is one of a minority of Kiahuna Plantation condos with A/C. It's also walking distance to the beach, Starbucks, shops, restaurants at the nearby Poipu Shopping Village. It also provides privacy and amazing views of the Moir Gardens with a distant view of the ocean.

DOES IT HAVE A VIEW OF THE OCEAN?
No. (Actually, it has a partial view of the ocean, and it's close enough to hear the surf in the evening.) It has amazing views of the Moir Gardens directly below the lanai.

HOW FAR IS IT TO THE BEACH?
The beach is a pleasant 4 to 5 minute walk through the beautiful grounds. The grounds are so beautiful that you may try a different path each time!

DOES THE CONDO HAVE AIR CONDITIONING?
Yes, our condo is one of a minority of Kiahuna condos with A/C!

ARE WE REQUIRED TO PAY EXTRA HOUSEKEEPING FEES AT CHECK-IN?
No. The cleaning fee is already paid at the time you book the condo online and includes services based on your length of stay. Even so, you can order extra housekeeping services when you check in or any time during your stay.

DOES THE CONDO INCLUDE USE OF THE POOL & FITNESS CENTER?
Yes. All Kiahuna Plantation condos include free membership for our guests at the Poipu Beach Athletic Center (PBAC) across the street. Reference www.PoipuClub.com for details.

MY RETURN FLIGHT LEAVES LATE. CAN I GET A LATE CHECK-OUT?
Housekeeping needs time to clean the condo for the next guests, so a late check-out is not possible if new guests are checking in the day you leave. However, we have a great solution! The Poipu Athletic Center across the street offers a Departure Pass for $50 for 2 persons + $10 per extra person. Enjoy your last day by leaving your bags with them until they close. Enjoy the pool or any activities around the island during the day, returning later to shower and clean up prior to your flight home.

WHAT FLOOR IS THE CONDO ON?
Our condo is on the second floor of Building 39. However, since the first floor is below the parking level, there are only 9 steps to climb!

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN THE CONDO ACCOMMODATE?
Fire code limits occupancy to 4 persons, adults or children. However, for the comfort of my guests, I restrict it to a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children. The condo is ideally suited for a couple since there's a King size bed in the bedroom. However, the living room has a Queen size pullout sofa-sleeper that works great for kids.

DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS FOR LONGER STAYS?
Sometimes for stays longer than 2 weeks depending on the season. Please contact me.

WILL YOU OFFER A DISCOUNT FOR LAST MINUTE RESERVATIONS?
Sometimes, if we have open days that risk not getting booked. However, as the check-in date nears I generally proactively discount the rates, so the discount may already be in place and a further discount may not be possible.

CAN YOU HEAR ROAD NOISE FROM THE CONDO?
About 25% of the buildings that house the condos are located at the back of the grounds along Poipu Road, including ours. Closing the shutters helps drown the noise out somewhat, as does the A/C fan. You can hear cars out on the road but (in my opinion) it's not overly bothersome. With that being said, if you're a very light sleeper you may want to consider a condo closer to the beach. However, they are typically priced quite a bit higher.

WE HEAR THAT THESE CONDOS ARE OLD. HAS YOURS BEEN UPDATED?
Entering some of these condos is like going through a time warp to 1980, as some are still near original! Ours has been extensively remodeled.

WHY DO THE RATES KEEP GOING UP?
The rates have been going up exclusively due to the fact that our costs keep going up. The most egregious of these increases is the property taxes for 2023/2024, which just went up 42% on this condo over the previous year! (The market price did not increase anywhere near that amount!) The association dues, utilities, the leasehold rate, maintenance rates, and insurance rates have also been on the rise.

WHAT’S UP WITH ALL THE “LODGING TAXES”?
Hawaii likely has the highest lodging taxes in the country – and they’ve recently gone up even higher! There are in fact three separate taxes that visitors to Kauai must pay. First, the state charges Transient Accommodation Taxes (TAT) of 10.25% as well as 4.712% General Excise Tax (GET), which is a sales tax. The county of Kauai also charges its own 3% Transient Accommodation Tax (KTAT). While taxes are a necessary issue, Hawaii seems to rely heavily on tax revenue. The high taxes are also meant to help address the issue of “over-tourism” on Hawaii..

Property manager

Rick Jackson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-120-898-7648-01, 280140180026, GE-120-898-7648-01

We should mention

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

About the area

Koloa

Located on the beach, this condo is in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa. While the natural beauty of Poipu Beach and Nawiliwili Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Nawiliwili Harbor. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and Allerton Garden 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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Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Poipu Shopping Village - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiahuna Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Poipu Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Baby Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lawai Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Remodeled Condo, AC, Short Walk to Beach, Starbucks, Shops. DISCOUNT at 1 week! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Poipu condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Poipu Shopping Village and Poipu Beach. Moir Gardens and ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

A lovely stay!

Everything is as described. We had a great time. We have been to Hawaii over ten times and we have stayed on all four major islands.The people of Hawaii (especially Kauai) are always welcoming, warm and friendly.The unit was close to pretty much everything. Nice folks working at the place made sure it always matched the descrption of the property as listed. We would normally not hesitate to return, but sadly we will not be visting the the USA for at least four years. . in is was
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

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

Nice unit

The condo was nicely furnished, and nicely equipped. We elected to cook several days and the outdoor grill and indoor utensils made cooking easy. I would recommend this unit to anyone. It was a short walk to shops and our favorite restaurant Keoki’s Paradise
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

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

Wonderful condo

This is a very lovely condominium, and the grounds were very impressive with wonderful landscaping, very convenient to shops and the beach and to local beaches. It was a very well equipped kitchen for those who cook which we really appreciated there are stairs that you have to bring your luggage up for those that need something without stairs overall a wonderful experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great Unit

Great place to stay during the winter months, the beach was perfect and a very easy walk from the unit. Close to the harbor if you plan on doing any of the boating excursions. Great restaurants only minutes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorine V.

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

Perfect!

We loved everything about this place—beautifully decorated, comfortable, quiet, short walk to a little private beach. The Kiahuna Plantation has all the great amenities you find in resorts with all the privacy you need. Plus it is perfectly located. Easy drive to the Waimea Canyon or the Wailua River. And there is so much to do around there! We stayed 10 days but could easily have extended our stay. I would highly recommend and can't wait to go back. And last but not least, Rick is a wonderful host! He sent some recommendations for some activities and was always available for any questions. Thank You for making my birthday trip memorable :)
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

D D.

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

Very nice!

We really enjoyed our stay. Close proximity to the beach and great restaurants l
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

It was a great place and had a great time

This place was very nice had a great time
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vijay K.

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

Awesome stay. Awesome owners

Great place to stay close to Poipu Beach. Owners are responsive and very kind. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great stay - will absolutely stay again

Great experience! Everything in the listing was 100% accurate. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

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

Kauai Vacation Condo

Great location for access to the beach and amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard F., Mesa, AZ

What a wonderful place to stay!

This condo is perfectly located, very comfortable, clean, and well cared for. We will definitely try to stay here again on our future stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Amazing stay!

Aloha! We were very impressed with our stay in your condo! It
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nate W.

Great place!

The place was perfect for our honeymoon! It was completely stocked with everything we needed and more. It was a fantastic location and we highly recommend this VRBO!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Great Stay

The property was clean and lovely. Pool is across the street and the beach is a short walk through the grounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

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

Anniversary Trip

We loved our time in Kauai. The condo was a perfect place to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The owners gave excellent tips that helped with our stay. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Great condo, great beach, great vacation!

The condo and grounds were absolutely lovely. Amazing beach, grounds, and right across the street from food and shopping. Plus the owner, Rick, was great and extremely helpful throughout the reservation process. Thanks for a great winter vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim H., Eagle, IDNot Specified

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

Kiahuna plantation

Beautifully furnished and decorated, some ocean view, very convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fran B., Long Beach, CA

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

Wonderful Stay

There aren’t enough words to describe the surrounding beauty with abundant gardens, large grassy lawn, bird watching, walking distance to beaches and restaurants, oceanfront scenes and sunset views. The condo was perfect w/ best location, easy to access, safe, clean and comfortable. We have so many great memories to treasure , thank you Rick and Marilyn for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Z.

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

Perfect vacation

I would definitely recommend this property. Everything was great and the communication with the owner was great. The area is close to restaurants, walking distance to the beach and very good services.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B., Portland, USA

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

Great location

Great place! Short walk to the beach. Friendly staff. A/C was a nice addition. Parking was easy. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicholas B.

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

Honeymoon

We had the best honeymoon at Kiahuna. We feel at home staying there and your place was amazing. It had everything we had and we live being able to use bbqs and cook dinners there. We love the condo and hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great condo at Poipu beach

We spent 6 nights and had a great time. Check in was easy. A few minute walk to a great beach which had free towels and chairs to use for the day. The pool at the club was beautiful. Also close to a great variety of restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena M., Winnipeg Canada

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

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful time staying at this resort. The condo was clean and very comfortable. We appreciated that it also had air conditioning! This resort has lots of amenities and the best beach in Poipu. Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Highly Recommend

Everything was too-notch. Rick contacted us before and during our stay to make sure everything was alright. The unit is well appointed and close to everything. The Little Fish Cafe was a great place to walk to and start the day. One of the best VRBOs we ever stayed at.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Poipu Condo

Awesome Congo. It was immaculately, clean, well, air-conditioned, and in a great neighborhood. Convenient to shopping restaurants and beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rick Jackson

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We discovered the Kiahuna Plantation while driving around the island on our honeymoon back in 2002. We were already mesmerized by Kauai’s natural beauty, its friendly people, the rich culture, and (of course) the great climate. However, the Kiahuna Plantation left an indelible impression on us! We had discovered the jewel of Kauai with the beautiful beach, the Great Lawn, the tall palm trees swaying in the breeze, and the manicured grounds with traditional beach house bungalows sprinkled throughout the 35-acre grounds.

We came back to Kauai for our 10th anniversary and stayed at the Kiahuna Plantation, and decided to make it a permanent part of our lives. The vision of our grandkids playing on this beach and experiencing Kauai was just too much to resist.

We sincerely hope that you create meaningful memories during your stay, and that you feel at home in our special little condo.

Why they chose this property

Kauai is very special to us since Marilyn and I started our married lives together there. The Kiahuna Plantation has also become an important place for us, and we look forward to spending time here with family and friends. While we have both traveled quite a bit and have also lived abroad, we still feel that Kauai has so much to offer. It has become our second home and we look forward to our visits to Kauai.

What makes this property unique

Its location, an easy walk to the beach through the beautiful grounds, and the many amenities nearby make it an ideal location. It’s located directly in front of the historic Moir Garden, which offers amazing views and privacy since there are no buildings behind ours. The condo has also been extensively remodeled. A convenient double BBQ island is directly next to our building. No need to use your car to go for coffee at Starbucks, a cocktail & dinner, or groceries, as it’s a short stroll across the street to the Poipu Shopping Village that features great restaurants and shopping.

Some folks are insistent on having a condo closer to the beach, but that comes at a steep increase in the price they have to pay. We feel that our condo represents the "sweet spot" and a great compromise between price, location, privacy, and nearby amenities.

We hope you enjoy your stay in our condo and that you come back frequently to enjoy all it has to offer!

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