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The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!

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A wooden-framed room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio.
A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A spacious room with a wooden desk, comfortable seating, a large bookshelf, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a stone pathway, and a landscaped garden.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Waimea Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Place, Captain Cook Monument
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Waimea Bay Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

LIving Area

1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Waimea

Located in Waimea, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Captain Cook Monument and Cook Landing Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Talk Story Bookstore and Catamaran Kahanu. Kauai Coffee Company and Hawaii Trading Post are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and cave exploring.
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Waimea, HI

What's nearby

  • Koke'e Mountains - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Captain Cook Monument - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waimea Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aloha 'n Paradise Gallery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jo Jo's Shave Ice - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Menehune Food Mart - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Waimea - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Tacos - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality! on 6 November 2026 start from NZ$3,120, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ishihara Home- Classic Quality! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital and West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center. Koke'e Mountains and Waimea Bay Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a historic feel and amazing view!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Quiet, beautiful view even though weather was less than we hoped for it was so nice to have this lovely home to come back to. So well stocked, everything you may need. worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A grand house: spacious rooms furnished to echo the Art Deco era, very nicely equipped, with thoughtful touches that make the guest feel special. Glorious views. You’re so comfortable thst it requires determined effort to continue with your planned touring program,—just “hanging out” here is so enjoyable! One of the finest rentals in out several decades of travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful retreat

We all adored our stay - the cottage truly felt like a home away from home. Abundant amenities and in such a peaceful, quiet neighborhood, yet very close to town - very convenient to pop down to a store or beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful house and view!! I loved the old plantation style and unique layout of the house. Also loved all the cool antiques and books. The house has a lot of history. The outdoor shower was cool too! The house is stocked with pretty much everything you could need and more. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breath taking paradise

This is the only place I would stay in Kauai. This house took my breath away and I’m excited for when I can come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

100/10

I can't wait to go back this home is the most perfect spot to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Isihara stay was perfect

We enjoyed / weeks of blissful relaxation in this heritage home. The house was perfectly cooled with the cross ventilation and trade winds. The kitchen was well equipped and there were even sharp knives! We loved the neighborhood, the Waimea canyon view and we grew use to the roosters It was a great place to stay. We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I wish this "review process" was shorter.

Great house.I just wish this "review process" was shorter.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Base of the Canyon

Waimea canyon with the amazing view of sunrise Cannot begin to describe the sight of waking of on an island in the Sun surrounded by such features of a clean house in an awesome neighborhood and friendly animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem!

This was a wonderful house for two couples visiting Kauai for a long weekend. They had everything we needed. Check in and out was flawless. They even worked with us to get our two forgotten water bottles back. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Houise and View

The house was a beautiful and unique old home. Wood trim and accents, the old wood desk in the library, pictures and decorations gave the place a real homey feeling of times gone by while at the same time having a very modern and well equipped kitchen and counter space. The outdoor shower accessed through the bathroom was spectacular. We split our trip between the North Shore and Waimea. This home was perfectly located for exploring the Waimea Canyon.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic Home in Waimea

Ishihara house is a very special house. It possesses a certain soul and dignity and is wonderful to be in. It sits high above the town of Waimea in a little neighborhood of local residents. It boasts an incredible view up the Waimea River to the mountains and to the west, the ocean is visible in the distance. It was always breezy during our stay and we loved to sit on the porch and enjoy the view and the sounds of the local roosters. Very restful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Ishihara Home

our stay at the house was exceptional, perfect surroundings, cool, summer trade, perfect size for our family of 4, and the amenities were more than we could ask for. The house was clean and spotless. I had my doubts about the outdoor shower, but it ended up being the best thing about the house…I enjoyed it so much! I just wish we could’ve entertain more with our friends at the house. Otherwise, without a doubt, our family enjoyed our vacation at The Ishihara house…as advertised, classic quality!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Do I have to fill ALL of this in? Just to say we really loved the house?

Do I have to fill ALL of this in? Just to say we really loved the house?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very special place

The Ishihara cottage is a unique and wonderful place to stay. With gorgeous views of the canyon and the sea, and plenty of space both inside and out, it is a marvelous place to breathe deeply and truly relax. I loved being at the end of a street and on a hill in a quiet residential neighborhood (well, quiet except for a few local doggies and of course the many roosters in valley below!) The cottage has an amazing zen-like energy and we hope to return. Highly recommend this place for solo travelers, couples, or families with kids. Proximity to Waimea Canyon can’t be beat and the small boat harbor @ Kekaha (less than five minutes away) is a great place to take a NaPali Coast trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home & location (but house nextdoor is under construction)

It is a really great home & location. But the house next door is under construction, probably for another year. So each day there was some hammering, sawing, nail-guns, air-compressors, cement mixers and some other annoying noises. But other then that, it was a really awesome place! I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect honeymoon

Words can’t describe how incredible this property is. Even though the pictures are stunning, it still doesn’t do it justice. Management thought of every little detail and the amenities were very considerate and top notch. Short drive to anything you could need, especially dinner at Wrangler Steakhouse (yes, it’s a necessity). Highly recommend star gazing in the back yard, I got to witness my very first shooting star. The sunrise was absolutely breathtaking! I can’t say enough great things about our time at the Ishihara home, already planning our trip back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home, Gorgeous View

My husband and I stayed here for part of our honeymoon and loved our stay! The house itself has so much character, we especially appreciated the antique furniture and open floor plan! The view up the gorge is pretty incredible that makes staying at this home entirely worth it! We wish we could have taken more advantage of all this house had to offer, we even said it would be fun to come back with a larger group! The location is nice and tucked away and right at the bottom of the road to drive up to see Waimea Canyon. It’s managed by a vacation rental company so check-in was different than typical VRBOs we’ve stayed in, but the host was accommodating when we wanted to check in after hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous stay in an historical treasure.

This home is beautiful and well-equipped. I love the plantation style of architecture and the expert restoration. I must say I have never operated a double hung window with a few fingers!! The view, the privacy, the proximity to Waimea and that outdoor shower are my highlights. I have never had a “shower rainbow” before! Cinch, the neighborhood welcome pup was great company. The furniture is beautiful, beds are comfortable, and there is a blender, huge salad spinner a crock pot in the kitchen! Overall, this is an ideal place to stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

relaxing

We stayed here after staying with family in Poipu. This was our time alone. The first evening we invited the family, which was flying out on the RED EYE, to dinner. They all loved the setting. We grilled that night. The grill needs to be replaced immediately. The GUTS of the grill have rusted all the way through and have collapsed on themselves. We did grill but held our breath when lighting it. The house had everything we needed and then some. There were treats and Kauai Coffee waiting for us. Although it had no air conditioning, we didn't need it. The cool breeze and fans kept the home comfortable. I loved the outdoor shower! Coming from Montana, I found this fun. Need heat in the shower? Stand in the sun, haha. The only down side was the fan in the small bed room needed dusting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite VRBO stay ever

This property is phenomenal. You will LOVE staying here. 1) never have I felt so welcome at a rental property (normally you get there and are bombarded with instructions and signage on all the things not to do and to beware of extra charges etc etc. Not the case here - little welcome things in the kitchen and lovely accommodations) and 2) what a special property! Property is a stunning plantation cottage that has been beautifully updated and expanded, allowing it to feel rich in history while providing every amenity. The view - WOW - and all the outdoor space and seating you could want to enjoy it. Quiet and peaceful location. The breeze from the ridge location creates the perfect indoor and outdoor temperatures. Love the luxurious outdoor shower set up. Fluffy towels and soft linens. I cannot say enough good things about this property. Normally the rental is just a place to sleep for us, but not this place - this property is truly special and was a highlight of the trip. I wish we had spent more time at this property (plus Waimea downtown and canyon are spectacular. And Polihale state beach is amazing) instead of heading to the north side. don’t get me wrong, the north side of the island is incredibly special, I just loved this property! Such a welcoming, peaceful, special home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Neat home, not for us.

First impressions were interesting as the neighborhood is a pretty mixed group of homes with some well kept and some not so much. We were greeted by a random little dog that turned out to be not so random. On the back porch we found a water bowl with a note on it requesting to keep it filled and dog treats for this little pup who must make the area his home. We werent warned of the friendly and very present dog but if one of us had a fear of or allergy to dogs, this would be a big problem. The home itself was stiflingly hot inside. No AC. The owner and manager said it will cool off in the evening and wont be a concer, but we arrived in the evening and while the breeze was blowing through the home, the whole house was just radiating heat. There is no way we could stay in the home, and unfortunately the manager and owner did not offer any sort of assistance for this concern. We ended up leaving the home about an hour after arrival because we were not going to be able to sleep in that kind of heat. The owner took our money and did not work with us even as we had to get alternative accomodations at the last minute because of the problem. I understand the owner did not state that there was AC in the home so it wasnt fraudulent, but it's pretty upsetting when you spend $1,700 on an accomodation and have to walk away from it. This experience left a bad taste in my mouth for using VRBO in the future. While I think the property manager had the best of intentions, his hands were tied.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed a week and just loved this place. Very nice location overlooking the town of Waimea. As advertised, an older plantation home. If looking for modern look elsewhere. If looking to go back to a simpler time, this place is great, just what we wanted! Great access to Waimea Canyon Road. Not a lot of eating options in or near Waimea so ate in a lot.... Kitchen very well appointed. Just a beautiful place in an awesome setting...walk the grass in the back barefoot :).
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Old Hawaiian

Very private and quiet neighborhood, except of course for the island roosters. You can’t get closer to Waimea Canyon, with spectacular views from the house. We enjoyed the furnishings and aloha vibe. Good reading and resource material too.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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