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Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops

Escape to your own Tree House getaway on Kauai's North Shore for an unforgettable island experience.

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Beach/ocean view
Beach towels
Beach towels
Property grounds
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops

This spacious, newly renovated second floor unit provides unique, breathtaking views of South Pacific against the backdrop of mesmerizing, romantic sunsets behind Bali' Hai' from your front porch.

The rear balcony offers equally spectacular views of Hanalei Bay, with waterfalls gently cascading into the green lush rainforest of the world famous Na Pali Coast. Because you are above the tall tree tops, you get the sense that you are in your very own Tree House! It is the perfect place for a romantic Honeymoon, family vacation, or just a special get-away. Literally, across the street, is the perfect location to catch the seasonal whale migration and the big surf of Kauai's famed North Shore. You can take one of three paths to three different Beaches, including Hideaways Beach, Secret Beach, or the beach at Hanalei Bay at the base of The St. Regis Hotel. All offer safe snorkeling areas where you can enjoy colorful marine life with complimentary snorkel gear provided with the studio apartment. Beach chairs and beach towels are also provided to our guests. There is free off street parking steps from the front door. There is also free Wi-Fi and landline long distance telephone service to the US Mainland and Canada. There is a cable HDTV, DVD player, and CD player.

This unit has recently been completely renovated with the assistance of a professional decorator and designer to give it that genuine old Hawaiian look that is clean and inviting. The 20' ceilings give a sense of spacious openness typical of traditional Polynesian homes. My most recent addition is a brand new 14" Plush Pillow Top Queen Mattress, with 4" of Pillow Top for a well-deserved good night's sleep after a day of island activities. I have also added a new powerful 15,000 BTU window A/C unit for those rare warm days.

The studio has a kitchenette with a Wet Bar and a full-size refrigerator/freezer, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, a 12-cup coffee pot, an Air Fryer, Crock Pot, blender, toaster, and place settings for four guests. However, please note that there is NO OVEN or STOVE TOP. The unit is designed primarily for heating up leftovers and light snacks. If you run a Google Search of this address (5301 Ka Haku Road, Princeville), it will display Side 1 only (which has a Full Kitchen). That is VRBO Property # 253851. Google will not display THIS Side 2 of the duplex. So, please do NOT rely upon a Google Search for this unit since Google cannot distinguish between Side 1 and Side 2. I mention this to avoid any confusion.

For the convenience of guest staying several days, I recently installed a small combo washer/dryer unit in the bathroom closet. It is designed for light loads only, and is quiet and clean. Because it is NOT vented, please allow anywhere between 2 to 3 hours drying time. You can set it for Wash Cycle AND Dry Cycle at one time, and simply leave for the day as it will automatically switch from "Wash" to "Dry" on its own. An Instructional Sheet is taped to the top of the unit itself.

The bathroom has also been completely modernized with new granite tile, cabinetry, granite counter tops, and a vessel sink. A hair dryer, iron, and ironing board is also provided.

This unit sleeps up to four guests with a queen bed (with the new pillow top mattress) and a queen Futon couch. The unit has a window AC unit as well as two new remote control ceiling fans for those rare warm days.

Do you need more room? Please see my HomeAway Property #253851 for Side 1 of this duplex which can sleep an additional six guests. Side 1 is a larger unit with a loft. It has a FULL kitchen has been recently remodeled with all new modern major appliances, cabinets, granite counter tops, deep well sink with a garbage disposal, and other convenient amenities. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare meals. There is a new stackable washer/dryer behind closed doors.

That unit (Side 1) sleeps up to six guests with a king bed, a queen sleeper sofa, and two twin beds in the loft area which is easily accessible with a newly designed staircase. The unit has window AC unit as well as two new remote control ceiling fans for those rare warm days. Side 1 rents for $ 235.00 per night, plus applicable tax of 13.42% and a Maid Service Cleaning fee of $175.00.

You can rent just one side or both, depending on the number of guest in your party.

Gentle, cool trade winds off the South Pacific, complimented with your private views of the Mountains, Bali’ Hai’, and Hanalei Bay will leave you with lasting memories of The Garden Isle. Come and allow yourself to be pampered in what is truly Paradise.

As a seasoned traveler myself, the condo has been specially appointed with every amenity and convenience to make your vacation truly stress free. No unnecessary trips to the store to buy things for your stay. All is provided, just bring your sunscreen and Mai Tai mix.

Of the dozens of countries and hundreds of towns and villages I have traveled to in the world, none compares to the sheer natural beauty of the North Shore of Kauai. Come to relax…and be pampered…you deserve it!

Property manager

Jim Nicholas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Pillow top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-172-441-1986-02, TA-148-721-9240-13

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Experience Island Paradise Kauai's North Shore Above Treetops
Experience Island Paradise Kauai's North Shore Above Treetops

About the neighborhood

Map
Princeville, HI

What's nearby

  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 6 min walk
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 17 min walk
  • Hideaways Beach - 4 min drive
  • Sealodge Beach - 5 min drive
  • Hanalei Bay - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Island Sails and Princeville Makai Golf Club. Princeville Golf Club Prince Course and Sealodge Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Experience the Island Paradise of Kauai's North Shore from Above the Treetops Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was pretty good. Cannot complain.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location! The price for the condo was well worth the value!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Qian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property close to the hideaway beach. It took a minute for us to find but once you figure out where and how to operate the lockbox it was fine. The host was kind about check out time since our taxi couldn’t come for a hour. Overall, a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful visit!
Our stay was great! The condo is in a lovely location & has everything you need. We highly recommend and would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful efficiency with gorgeous views
We stayed 3 nights in this Princeville condo in April; it was clean, very quiet, comfortable bed, kitchenette with all we needed, washer/dryer very handy. Excellent directions in email made accessing the keys and moving in a breeze! Great location within 10 minutes of both Hanalei and Kilauea restaurants and shops, and close to shuttle to Napali coast. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, clean and relaxing
The property was very nice. It was just me and I loved sitting on the lanai each morning watching the sun rise. You are right across from the lookout to watch the sunset. The bed was comfy. Only downside is road noise but it knew that going into it. Great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thierry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Princeville
Very nice and well located. Great view of the mountain. Very close to Hanalei beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mahmut

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location with a beautiful view. Better for up to 3 people. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

The condo was very nice. The location was great for easy access to everything on the North Shore.
There wasn't a stove so we were unable to do any cooking but other than that everything was great
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Upscale and beautiful. Downside was finding someone using my parking spot, and the costly cleaning fee
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lance A., Honolulu

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Ok apartment; good location
The apartment is on the smaller side and I’m need of some updating, but it is more than adequate. Location is quite good with easy access to nearby beach and wonderful views. It would have been nice to have had the ability to cook something, but it was fine for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Josephine

Great location for exploring the northern part of Kauai with amazing beaches!!!…nicely done unit with good size refrigerator washer dryer which we did not use and ac which we did not usemuch at all…just open the windows and saves energy…Jim is very responsive…covenient stores for daily needs nearby but expensive….would recommend stopping at Walmart (Lihue)for groceries/basic needs prior to coming if you plan in staying for 3-5 days …a week or more …friendly people around and nice walking paths nearby…Futon was comfortable…my son likes it…just need to add two more pillows would just be perfect and paint the rusty looking sliding door (bottom part) at the bathroom will do the job…highly recommend your place Jim…Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Gerald R., North Bend, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Short stay only!
Studio sized, good bed and shower. A refrigerator, but no way to prepare a hot meal. Poor small microwave, minimum dishes and silverware, and two cheesy plastic! wine glasses. Uncomfortable sofa and no chairs beyond the table chairs. A tough place to stay beyond a day or two.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Shailesh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
summary
Excellent location. Kitchen counter too small and no oven. Dryer not working properly. Dinner plates, bowls etc. too cheap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Small but nice
We didn’t realize until arriving that this property didn’t have cooking facilities. Also, the beach/snorkeling equipment that was provided was in pretty bad shape. Fortunately, we had our own snorkeling equipment, but would have been hurting if we had planned on using what was promised.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Good walking area by site. No cooking allowed in room other than with a microwave. Small kitchenette. Expectation that all towels be washed prior to departure difficult. It takes a minimum of 2 hours per load. Didn’t want to spend vacation time doing cleaning that were charged for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rémi C., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful views
Same as another reviewer - I was comparing multiple units with a kitchen/kitchenette, and assumed there would at least be a hot plate. There is a rice cooker but it wasn't working. Because there are very few restaurants in the area this makes it better for shorter stays. I think a single hot plate would make a big difference. I appreciated the snorkeling equipment on the balcony, although make sure to check the masks and fins before heading out - there were a few broken fins and masks. Other than that this was a great place to stay and we enjoyed our time!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May 20-27
We enjoyed our stay very much. We understood that it was a studio, but it had mostly everything we needed. Our only real complaint was the policy of having to wash the towels before we left. This is impossible since the wash/dry cycle is so terribly long. We had to go to a laundromat 30 minutes away in order to comply with this rule. We've rented vrbo homes many times & have never had to wash our towels before check out. We would have appreciated at least a small cooler for the beach and an extra set of beach towels, but the nice, new set of snorkel equipment was great! All in all, it was a good place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Gilbert C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Renter beware
Condo not as described. Much worse condition that what we expected including cleanliness. Nothing to cook on in kitchen. If you google the address they give you, the description comes up differant than the actual condo. You will be very disappointed with this place.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liyuan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with awesome view!
The unit is in a great neighborhood. It’s right next to a golf club and there’re pedestrian walkways so made it easy for walking and scenic viewing. The unit faced sea on one side, and valley on the other side. It’s close to the town and north shore attractions. Kauai is a very wet island. You may feel humid when you just walk in the unit. But after you open all the windows for a bit, it will be just fine. During our visit in end of June, we didn’t need AC at all. Small washer is a must have for beach vacation. We didn’t use the dryer feature as we couldn’t wait for 2 hour cycle. Instead, we hang clothing in the unit and it worked out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Hanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Princeville, kauai
We had detailed instructions for retrieving keys, however difficulties with opening the lock box. Great view, especially sunset from across the street. We were disappointed with the “kitchen “. Almost total lack of counter/prep space. There are 3 drawers, one has silverware, the other two have cleaning supplies and a dish drying rack. NO dishwasher. The coffee pots sit on a shelf and have to be plugged in on the counter top. There is no cabinet, only a shelf with plates, glasses (plastic), coffee pots and a toaster. There is an air fryer, but according to the instructions, required silicon inserts are missing. There are two plastic chairs without any available cushions and a small side table on the lanai. Not suitable for eating a meal. Best room is the bathroom, nice cabinet and more counter space than in the kitchen. Nice shower. The pictures still show the old sofa and chair as well as the new one that does not include a chair of any kind. We found them to somewhat uncomfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect North Shore base camp
We were blessed with a week here during unusually perfect weather for the season. Tunnels and Ha'ena were calm and sunny for a couple of days in a row, making for great snorkeling. Hanalei is 15 mins, Tunnels is 20-25 mins, and Kapaa is 30-35 mins. The unit was exactly as advertised: very clean and equipped with more than enough kitchen appliances to make basic meals. We used the mini-air-fryer to "hard boil" a bunch of eggs and cook up a pack of bacon for on-the-go breakfasts, along with the pre-stocked coffee (choice of two coffee makers). The mini-crockpot slow-cooked chicken dinner for us while we were out and about during the day. The blender was great for afternoon smoothies using frozen fruit and yogurt. Then the air fryer came through again for cooking steaks, egg rolls, and the like. This was great for us since we tend to eat most meals at home due to a fair number of food restrictions. The well-stocked bathroom has a nice rainfall showerhead, fluffy towels, shampoo, soap, etc. The snorkel gear and boogie boards were appreciated, as was the small combo-WD for the mid-week wardrobe refresh. The view out back is a stand of green bushes and trees, with the Kauai cliffs in the background, and a slice of the bay visible over the railing. From the mini-park out front (across the street) is a fantastic view of the bay, where sunset-watchers gather nightly. With mostly quiet neighbors and easy parking, this isn't a fancy place but it's comfy, clean, and priced just right.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Reid D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Juxtaposition conundrum
The place was as described, very clean and had sufficient indoor amenities. Communication with the owner was difficult as he was in Baltimore MD (7 hours difference). There was a person identified as the local property manager who was COMPLETELY non responsive. The parking arrangements were not clear - unknown to us when we arrived at 7:30 pm there are 2 Apartment at the same address. The other apartment had a marked parking spot, but our apartment had to park in a general parking spot. Not knowing this We parked in the spot dedicated to the address. The people staying in the other apartment knocked on our door and asked us to move. I called & texted the “on site” contact person to get guidance (she never got back with me) . We figured it ourselves. The beach chairs were old, rusted and broken. While the furnishings were nice, it was apparent that the bathroom was very old - extensive rust on the shower curtain rod & sliding door runners. The glass bowl sink was corroded at the bottom. We only used it to brush our teeth and shaving. On the 3rd day we went to the beach, returned to find the glass bowl sink had shattered sending glass shards everywhere. We promptly checked out the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place to Stay
Partner and I just finished up a stay here and the space of the property was perfect for us (we spent most days out and only really used the unit to have breakfast/sleep). The view from the lanai was amazing and being so close to beaches was awesome. Only two pain points: There was never any parking when we got back to the unit, and there were A LOT of rules. Unit 1 has dedicated parking, Unit 2 (ours) has a ‘permit’ to park in permit spots. We didn’t realize that if there was no ‘permit’ spots you were pretty much screwed. We got back late most nights and there were some really sus people parked in the “permit” spaces/making little camps around their cars so we had to find random places to park and worried about our rental constantly. Partner woke up early each day to move our rental into a permit spot before we headed out for the day. The cleaning rules were a lot for being charged a cleaning fee. When we got to the rental there were some dirty things (hair stuck to the closet mirror in the bathroom, cups weren’t clean, etc.) and we were surprised to be responsible for cleaning the toilets for the cleaning people, washing the towels, ensuring no sand, etc. before leaving. Never been so stressed at checkout to make sure all the rules were followed... we actually didn’t use some of the amenities so we didn’t have to spend extra time cleaning. Overall great place, just leave time to clean and be comfy with inconsistent/spotty parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023