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Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout!

Holiday home with a hot tub, 7-minute walk to Poipu Beach

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Kahele Kai large covered lanai - This charming home has whitewater and sunset views from the spacious lanai plus a BBQ grill, lovely furniture and furnishings, wall mounted A/C in living area & bedrooms, plus a portable in lower level family room & bedroom.
Enjoy exclusive access to Poipu Beach Athletic Club during your stay, featuring a pool, jacuzzi, and gym, all just a short five-minute drive from the unit.
Kahele Kai exterior view - Kahele Kai exterior view, plenty of off-street, private parking at this lovely vacation home.
Kahele Kai lving room with ocean view, vaulted ceilings - Kahele Kai, a three bedroom, three bath two story beach home close to Poipu Beach and Brennecke’s Beach.
Kahele Kai spacious kitchen - Kahele Kai has a well-stocked spacious kitchen with full refrigerator, glass cooktop and oven, microwave and dishwasher.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9217.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Poipu, HI
  • Place, Poipu Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lawai Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout!

Kahele Kai, a three bedroom, three bath two story beach home close to Poipu Beach and Brennecke’s Beach. If you are looking for an outstanding vacation rental in Poipu Beach with newly installed, wall mounted Fujitsu A/C in both living areas and all bedrooms, Kahele Kai is an excellent choice.

This beautiful home boasts an expansive floor plan designed to provide you with the utmost comfort and convenience during your stay.

On the upper level, you'll discover a grand master bedroom suite complete with a king and twin bed and luxurious jacuzzi tub for your relaxation. Additionally, there's a second bedroom with a king bed and your own bathroom for added convenience. The ocean-view kitchen is fully equipped with a coffee maker, toaster, blender, and all the essentials needed to prepare delicious home-cooked meals right in the unit. The modern living and dining area provide a stylish and comfortable space to unwind, while the covered lanai offers a perfect setting for barbecuing and savoring breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific Ocean.

Descending to the entry level, you'll find a cozy family room with a plush couch, ideal for enjoying your favorite shows on the generously sized TV. A mini kitchen and another bathroom are available on this level, along with a third bedroom with two queen beds. In total, our vacation rental accommodates up to nine guests, making it perfect for families or groups.

From the central, upstairs living area and the spacious covered lanai, you'll be treated to enchanting white water ocean views and the gentle sway of tropical palm trees. Kahele Kai's location affords stunning vistas of both Brennecke's Beach and Poipu Beach. Brennecke’s Beach is a mere 75 yards away, offering some of the best bodyboarding opportunities on the island. Poipu Beach, just a short distance away, offers a diverse range of activities, from a baby beach and snorkeling to swimming in Waiohai Bay and renowned surf spots.

This stunning two-story home boasts high ceilings, filling every room with natural light. Each window offers breathtaking views, whether it's the majestic ocean, lush groves of vibrant mangos and bananas, or the meticulously maintained hedges. There is a lava rock garden surrounding the outside shower and a garden of citrus and banana trees. Décor includes the surfboard the owner was using when he proposed to his wife at the beach over 30 years ago. Kahele Kai (translation "pathway to the ocean") is stocked with beach toys and a variety of baby gear including porta crib, baby gates and a baby seat that attaches to the dining chair.

This home is REALLY close to Poipu and Brennecke's Beach, both can be seen from the home, and both are ideal versatile beaches which include surf spots, a baby beach, snorkeling, boogie boarding, swimming at Waiohai Bay and sunning on the golden sand. There are lovely whitewater views of the ocean and tropical swaying palms visible from the central living area and large lanai and the sunsets are not to be missed.

*Rates are based on Season and subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Taxes and fees apply and will be shown at checkout.
Reservations include Poipu Beach Athletic Club membership $30 per night. Access to PBAC is for up to ten people.

24/7 on-Island Manager is Poipu365, or after-hours emergencies call.

Interpretive Administrative Zoning Rules and Regulations requires that we mention that this transient vacation rental in located in a tsunami evacuation zone.

License Number: 27-2212-465, TA-168-216-9856-01

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GE-168-216-9856-01, TA-168-216-9856-01, 428019057003

About the area

Koloa

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa. Nawiliwili Harbor and Poipu Bay Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Poipu Shopping Village and Shops at Kukuiula. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and CJM Country Stables are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails.
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Poipu, HI

What's nearby

  • Brennecke Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Poipu Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shipwreck Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Baby Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lawai Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Broiler - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Point At Poipu - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puka Dog - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kahele Kai - Ocean views, steps to Poipu's best beaches, A/C throughout! located?

Located in Poipu, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Brennecke Beach and Poipu Beach. Poipu Kai Tennis Center and Keoniloa Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 169 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 194 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Poipu

We had a fantastic time staying in Poipu. The location and weather were perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol K., Austin US

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

Loved the convenience & ammenities

Very nice. Loved the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

mary O.

Great family home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great

10/10 Excellent

Dolores G.

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

Kauai 2023

Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to the beach, clean property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

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

Perfect in Poipu

Our group of 9, including children and adults, had a wonderful stay at Kahele Kai. The listing was accurate and the accommodations were clean and well cared for. We enjoyed the beautiful view, easy walk to beach, room to spread out, beach gear, and well-equipped kitchen. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

dawn o.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Perfect for our family of 5. Loved the outside patio to eat, relax and hear and watch the waves. Beautiful sunsets, great location to beach and running! Loved the athletic club. 3 teen boys were happy to keep working out. We will come again! The Oakleys
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Beautiful home - 9 of us comfortable for 7 nights

The house had all the amenities and proximity that you’d have a great poipu vacation. brennekke and Poipu beaches were essentially our back yards and we’re able to easily get out and enjoy the sunset while the kids played at the beach and enjoyed a shave ice. We were three families, one with two kids, one with one child and then the grandparents. The house was big enough that we were all comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Eugenia T.

Great for family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place for party of 7!Plenty of space and kitchen items were sufficient. Great sunset view from balcony and walking distance to Poipu Beach. We like that it is tucked away a bit so it's not in the hustle with beach traffic. We had minor inconvenience with one of the AC units and management responded promptly.

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

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

Great house!

Overall, the house was very clean and in a spectacular location right next to three different beaches. The layout of the house was great with a separate living room downstairs a very lovely spacious main floor with a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the beach. They were plenty of beach chairs and beach equipment provided. Our only concern was that the property manager said we could go at 9 am and it would be cleaned and the cleaners were still there at 2pm, so I would just stick with your check in time at 4. Also, we did have a power outage, and there was only one flashlight, not sure how often that happens. We would love to return. It is a fantastic home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish K.

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

Spacious home with great location

This is a gorgeous home, very spacious and comfy with a view of the shore. There is A/C in each of the bedrooms and family room as well as ceiling fans. The kitchen is well stocked and includes a toaster and blender. The lanai has a grill, couch, coffee table and a dining area. This home is great for two families or an extended family. The first floor has a separate bedroom/bathroom with a small kitchen. The second floor has two additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, and family room - very spacious. The location is walking distance to the beach (you can hear the waves crashing on the shore at night). There is a kid-friendly beach (barely any waves) nearby. We had an awesome stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home in a great location. Everything was comfortable and had all the items you need for a great beach day and to cook at home. Living room was comfortable and the views were great. We loved having the wagon, 4 beach chairs, and boogie boards to take down to Poipu Beach just a few minutes walk away. Would happily stay here again! Vicki our house was very responsive as well and super helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at Kahele Kai! The house was clean and spacious as advertised. Management was very flexible and responsive in terms of check-in and check out. Location is exemplary – literally steps from a beautiful beach and/or hike. These accommodations were perfect for a stay in Kauai, providing a more intimate, authentic atmosphere suiting the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A well maintained house in a great location in Poipu. Short easy walk to Poipu beach with a beach rental shop along the way. We walked about 5 minutes to watch the sunset and then the turtles come in every night at the beach. Just a bit further down in the other direction is Makahu’ena Point where the waves are powerful. The house has everything you need for a family and is well stocked in the kitchen. We appreciated the laundry supplies and spices left in the house. The pictures of the house are accurate on VRBO. We struggled to find a comfortable temperature with the air conditioning units in some of the rooms (downstairs was hot and one of the ceiling fans in the bedroom would only work on the low setting). We did not use it but the rental comes with access to Poipu Beach Athletic Club. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murphy Y.

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

Wonderful stay!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our 9 day stay at Kahele Kai. The location is ideal to stroll to the beach- teen boys loved body surfing Brennecke and the rest of us spent lots of time on Po’ipu. Saw multiple sea turtles and monk seals! For the first time on Kauai, this is now our favorite island- it is beautiful with lots to do, or not do! The home was great. It was very well-stocked with all we could need, the host was responsive with clear communications, and did I mention the fantastic location. We spent nearly every evening on the lanai listening to the waves as the sun set, and the home design really takes advantage focusing on the great views of the beach and ocean. Beds were comfortable, air conditioner helped keep it a bit cooler than outside, and the bathrooms were very good. Highly recommend and will absolutely love to stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Awesome location, great for family!

This place is worth staying at for the location alone! The beds were all comfortable and the kitchen was well appointed. The house is within walking distance to a rental place for surfboards, snorkeling equipment and more which was super convenient for my young adult children. It was amazing being within walking distance to amazing body surfing, snorkeling and surfing spots. It fit our needs perfectly and we would love to come back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramkumar D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Super close to the beach. We got in late night and had a bit of a challenge finding the house, but other than that, it was a fantastic property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property. It was perfect for our group of nine (a mix of adults, teens and children). The house is a 3-5 minute walk to Brennecke and Poipu beaches and a short car ride to everything in Poipu/Koloa. We had all that we needed in the kitchen to cook multiple family meals. The outside shower was a giant bonus and the air conditioning units kept the property nice and cool. We would not hesitate to return! Mahalo for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Great location!

It was a short walk to some very nice beaches. We slept 7 people in the house very comfortably and had everything we needed at the house. We appreciated the beach chairs and the kids loved the boogie boards. The view of the water was very limited. Everyone enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Amazing place to stay

This was one of our first attempts at a family vacation home instead of a hotel. This house really worked well for our family of 8. It was clean, tidy, and just perfect for our needs. It’s a block away from the beach so it was quiet. But with a short walk we were staring at the ocean and some of the best beaches on the island. Thanks for sharing the house so we could create such awesome memories! Highly recommend because we could hang out and share stories at the end of the day in the family room and eat a bowl of cereal whenever I wanted…:)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Mariah B.

Beautiful home in the perfect location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is exactly what we needed. Ocean view from the large patio, and close enough to hear the crashing waves. The house is spacious and clean and had everything we needed. Poipu365 was very responsive to texts. The only caution which is out of the hands of the owner are the middle of the night and early morning crows of the many roosters which are everywhere on the island.

10/10 Excellent

elzabeth b.

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

Great place

Very nice place!Short walk to beach. Plenty of room for 9.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Poipu Treasure

Our family stay was outstanding! We have been to Poipu as a couple many times renting condos. This time we brought the whole family and had a party of 10. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This house is in a great location allowing us to walk to the beach and not have to pack up vehicles for our beach days. The house was well stocked with everything a family may need for an extended stay. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galen W.

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

Perfect Group / family getaway

The house is spacious and close to the beach (easy walking distance even with toddlers). House comes with all the beach things you need (wagon, chairs, towels, sand toys, umbrellas). Access to Poipu. Each Club was a huge bonus. Communication with management was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

Amazing home

We had the best time here. Roomy home, perfect lanai, close to Brenekkes beach. Perfect. Loved it. No complaints at all. I would go back again and again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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

Family Trip

We are a nuclear family with ages ranging from 3 to 97 that saw this home and thought it would be the perfect place for us to vacation for our first time in Hawaii. It was absolutely amazing, so peaceful and beautiful, the furnishings were great, it was literally home away from home. The main level living was perfect for our Papa who is 97 and our Preteen young man who appreciates his time alone, but food close by. The upstairs was perfect as far as bedrooms go everything was wonderful. One of the things we miss the most is the deck, sitting out there and listening to the ocean and the birds, watching the sunset the amazing colors. Absolutely amazing paradise like place. Just around the corner to the beach, and the beach toys that are provided for use are wonderful. The air conditioning is awesome I thought that it really wouldn’t matter, but it is much more comfortable having air conditioning. The only frustration that we had, was that the main refrigerator and the ice machine did not work.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

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