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Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach!

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Updated living room
Bright, open floor plan with a view of the lanai and gardens
New (November 2023) full size kitchen appliances
Updated kitchen with granite countertops and a dishwasher
Dining area (great for remote work if needed)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach!

Welcome to our beach house #231 at Kiahuna Plantation! Get ready to relax and enjoy this updated and spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo on Kauai’s sunny south shore. Savor the cool, calming trade winds, in this top floor-corner unit after a long day of exploring all the leisure, hiking, and water sport activities of beautiful Poipu beach. Kiahuna is considered the area’s premier beach-front rental property, the only resort in Poipu with its own white sand beach and Hawaii’s largest orchid garden.

Nestled on the 35 acres of immaculately styled beachfront gardens of Kiahuna Plantation, this classic plantation style condo has everything you need for a fun and relaxing island vacation. #231 features an open remodeled living area, with vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, and new appliances. The large lanai tucked away in a sprawling Monkeypod tree, offers privacy to guests and is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee, lose yourself in your favorite novel, or experience the romantic Hawaiian sunset. Unwind after a long day in a beautifully renovated spa-like shower complete with all the amenities of home. This bright, clean and well-appointed unit has everything you need to rejuvenate after a full day of experiencing everything Kauai has to offer. All the rooms have louvered windows and doors which lets the breeze pass right through.

Kiahuna’s beach is a quick walk through the beautifully landscaped grounds. There is a manicured lawn dotted with palm trees fronting the beach and that is where you will find the Beach Hut which provides complimentary beach chairs and towels. The Hut also offers snacks and rentals of various beach toys. The beach is fairly private and it is used mostly by people staying at Kiahuna. It connects to Poipu Beach which has more activity and good snorkeling. Poipu was rated #1 by The Travel Channel and has been chosen as one of the most beautiful beaches in America.

On-site management is provided, staffed 24 hours a day. You check in like a hotel, and the friendly staff is always available to help with things to do, directions and reservations. Guests have full complimentary access to the Poipu Beach Athletic Club (right across the street) with aerobic equipment, weight training machines, tennis courts, classes and an awesome pool. Kiahuna has a laundry facility on the grounds near the condo.

This amazing beachfront property is just steps away from sandy beaches, snorkeling, surfing, and restaurants. Kiahuna Plantation is the ideal location to explore Kauai’s world class hiking, championship golf, and kayak tours. It is easy to see why we chose to call this place our second home. Get ready to experience all the adventure and relaxation the island of Kauai can provide!

Additional information about rental rates
Fees:
- 14.42% Hawaii Taxes not included in rate
- $268+ tax Checkout Cleaning Fee is additional and required by the resort. Reservations booked prior to 1/1/24 will pay fee directly to the resort at check in.
- For each 10 night stay, a mid-week “refresh” of $54+ tax is required by the resort.
- Additional housekeeping services available upon request for an additional fee
- 3 night minimum unless it fits between other reservations.


Contact us about weekly/monthly specials including long term stays and return guest discounts. While a 3 day minimum is preferred, we may be able to accommodate fewer days pending calendar availability .

Condo is on the top floor - accessible by stairs.

UNTIL CONFIRMED, RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Property manager

Megan and Ben Boyle
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 4:00 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GE-070-627-1232-01, TA-070-627-1232-01, 280160070031

About the area

Koloa

Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa, is home to this condo. Lawai International Center and Kilohana Plantation are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Poipu Shopping Village and Shops at Kukuiula. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and Allerton Garden are also worth visiting.
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Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Poipu Shopping Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiahuna Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Poipu Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lawai Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Baby Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright beach condo #231 - Updated and steps to the beach! located?

Located in Poipu, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Poipu Shopping Village and Poipu Beach. Moir Gardens and ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liliya M.

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

Great complex

Condo was very clean. There is a kind bed and a pull out sofa in the living room. Well decorated. Beach gear is provided. Few restaurants and coffee shop is within walking distance. We also enjoyed visiting beach club. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurie c.

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

Private Paradise!

Loved our stay at this property!! Clean, quiet, fully stocked with everything we needed. Very comfortable king bed combined with all the white noise of multiple fans and the sounds of trade winds blowing…we were lulled to sleep each night. Spent time on the beautiful lanai each morning while sipping coffee enjoying the quietness of the morning and the view of the monkey pod tree🤗 Close walk to the beach, restaurants and shops. Loved the Poipu Athletic Club workout room and pool! The whole Kiahuna Property is just beautiful and peaceful!! Mahalo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anita B.

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

Nice location with a beautiful beach and close to amenities

The unit we stayed was just as published - clean and close to the beach, stores, restaurant and a great gym & pool. It would have been nice to have air conditioning, but we were able to adapt to the temperature quite quickly by leaving the windows open in the evenings and night. We would recommend the unit, but would have liked that there would be more storage for our clothes (we stayed 7+ nights) and that there would be more kitchen basics, such as salt, pepper and oil for our cooking needs. We definitely recommend the location for its landscaping, beautiful beach and even the amenities - surfing lessons on site. Thank you for the beautiful stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Great Experience

A fantastic location for anyone! The unit was clean and well maintained. Stocked kitchen for the nights that we wanted to cook and spacious enough where we didnt feel cramped. The beach is a short walk away and had beach equipment to use. Megan was excellent to work with and provided great recommendations for activities to do locally and around the island. She was also very accomodating when we needed to adjust our plans. Would absolutely stay again! Thanks for sharing your place Megan!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Great Location

Our whole family stayed at various properties on the resort and I liked ours the best. It was close to the pool and easy access to the beach. We had everything we needed for a great vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry L.

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

One the best values and locations at Kiahuna

The privacy, location, and coziness of the apartment make this one of our favorites in Kiahuna. The third floor was worth the climb, and the place was super clean. The bed was comfy, and the larger deck (and overhang) was perfect for the occasional rainy day. The owner was fantastic at communicating, and we'd come back here in a second if we could.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean R., Louiseville, Québec, Canada

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

Magnifique condo très bien situé

Très beau condo. Situé à proximité de différentes plages d’où on peut faire du snorkeling. Le condo est situé dans un magnifique jardin. De l’autre côté de la rue, il y a des restaurants et boutiques.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Amazing Condos

We really enjoyed our stay in this ground level, AC condo. It was clean and in a great spot. There are a few things that we could suggest that would help others I believe. There was only 1 dish rag and dish towel for 9 days and that was hard. There could be some more spices that are commonly used for cooking. There was a coffee maker and that made the week fun to sit on the Lanai and listen to the birds. In the outside closet there was only one chair not pair but there was 2 grass matts, that didn't make sense to us. I think that with these small things we would still stay there again they weren't a no go for staying there.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C., Algonquin, IL

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

Wonderful vacation home just minutes away from an amazing beach!

We had a wonderful stay at this vacation home! It was very clean and well decorated. We loved how it was a 5-minute walk to Poipu beach, which was so beautiful! It was so convenient not having to drive to the beach! The king-size bed was so comfy! There was a pack n play for my baby to use and she slept great in it. There is no A/C in the unit, but there are plenty of fans throughout the home. We went in February and never felt too “hot” inside. There is a closet full of beach chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, etc! The lanai is beautiful with a nice private view. There is a cleaning fee you pay to the resort at time of check-in at the main office, so be mindful of that! It is on the 3rd floor so consider how much luggage you bring with. The host was great and very prompt with replying to any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kiahuna Christmas

Great property. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 49 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

15 day stay

Amazing spot with an amazing beach. Check out little fish across the street and start your day at Poipu athletic club, a great perk of staying here. Prepare yourself for no ac but the fans provided make it comfortable. We had 2 days of construction in the unit next to us which was a bummer but not at all a reflection of the great owners of this unit. In addition, the owners are very communicative and quick to respond. Cheers from Matt and Addy
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Amazing place

We loved every single part of staying here! My son and I stayed here for a week (he's 5) and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The owner was super kind and quickly responded to any questions we had. The location was amazing as well- walkable distance to multiple beaches and close to multiple shopping centers. The pool is close to the place and both my son and I visited it every day- there's pool side drinks and food available, and there was an awesome slide! I recommend this place for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Super nice accommodations, and with amenities

This condo was in great condition; we enjoyed coming home to it after our active days exploring Kauai.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florly D.

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

Great location

This place was fantastic. It’s within walking distance to poipu athletic club and the shopping center and the beaches. The closet was well stocked with beach gear as well! (Chairs, umbrella, sand toys)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Perfect Getaway

First time to Kauai and we absolutely loved it and this property was perfect. Better than we thought, lovely breeze comes through with the sounds of birds chirping - just so relaxing, 5 min walk through the gorgeous resort to the best beach on the island ! Well stocked, chairs and umbrella for the beach were much appreciated, close to coffee shops, cute shopping area across street, with restaurants and a small grocery store, and bar at the pool was great to grab a cocktail. Perfect location , we cant wait to come back ! Mahalo :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Barry A., HAWAII

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Hoilday

Property was overall ok. No air conditioning some power outlets never worked. Location is great and plenty to see and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Fine Christmas

Had a wonderful vacation in a beautiful property.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Nice place!

Cute place, good spot under the monkey tree. Clean and tidy. DVD player cords and controller were broken. Bed mattress has heavy dip to the side in the right. Hawaii government asked tourists to stay home due to the pandemic, condo owners denied cancellation request. So be sure you are prepared and 100% committed before making your reservation.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Rupert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

O.K.

The Kiahuna Plantation is a wonderfully landscaped property, and on that basis alone it is a wonderful place to stay. Unfortunately, a number of the condo have not been upgraded sufficiently, as was the one we stayed in. The bathtub/shower situation, as well as the toilet are what I would call horrible. Also, the appliances are old and cheap and subject to problems. The painting and decorating of the place was on the plus side.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Review

Easy, lovely, great place to stay on the island. Best location in my opinion
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Kiahuna

This unit is just delightful!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Relaxing

The Kiahuna Plantation is our favorite place to stay as it has beautiful grounds and a wonderful beach. The condo had all the amenities and a comfy King size bed. We even found a snorkel and mask in the closet and put it to use. Megan was prompt in returing my text with a few questions.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L., Golden, Colorado

Beautiful end unit condo in paradise.

This top floor end unit condo is perfect. Lovely view from the patio. Because it's on the end it has a wonderful cross breeze. Comfortable bed and livingroom furniture. It's the perfect distance from the beach - any closer and you'll spend your vacation sweeping sand. The grounds are beautifully maintained and we really enjoyed the orchid garden. The beach at the Kiahuna Plantation is one of the best on the island. We can't wait to visit again.🌺
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Great beach apartment

My boyfriend and I just love this place. Clean, beach style interior, nice big balcony and very close to beach where you can use beach chairs and towels for free. Surrounding are very green, beautiful garden and walk to the beach. Opposite to resort there are nice restaurants and coffee shops. Kitchen fully stocked. Massive bed and very comfortable. No aircon but we slept well. Owner Megan super helpful and lovely with advises and always responded to emails very quickly. The only one negative thing the cleaning fee, very expensive. We would def come back there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

John P.

Really nice experience!

Great experience, host was very friendly and provided plenty of details. Condo is perfect for a couple, we had more than enough room but we used the kitchen very little. This is an end unit so it has additional vents for better airflow and I would highly recommend an end unit in the summer months. We couldn't see the water, but the beach was a short walk down the hill. The beach was small and crowded so we spent most of our time at other beaches in the area. Some of the amenities went unused and if you get hungry, go down to the roundabout shopping center, don't waste your time or money eating at Plantation Gardens. We would absolutely go back and stay here, I would prefer this unit, but anywhere in the Plantation would be okay. The location is great, the food and beaches in the area are really convenient, and this unit is really comfortable and well decorated.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Megan and Ben Boyle

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I live in the Seattle area with 2 sweet pups and have been escaping to Kauai every November for the last 14 years. Poipu has become a place to spend time with family and relax from a hectic life. I was so fortunate to purchase a little piece of paradise at Kiahuna Plantation in 2016 and look forward to sharing this beach house with you.

Thank you for your interest!

Megan

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