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Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, stereo
Property grounds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8224 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
    Ocean view
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba

Spectacular, exhilarating OCEAN VIEWS, throughout open-plan home, from both inside and out, including, from all these areas: the entry hall, the kitchen, dining room, 20-ft tall great room, and from three of the four bedrooms, plus from the lanai's and from the back yard and side yards.
The fourth bedroom overlooks a TRANQUIL GARDEN with water-lily pots, and the front yard, situated on a cul-de-sac.
The home has AIR CONDITIONING and HEAT (and dehumidifier), accommodating furnishings, appliances, 3 bathrooms, kitchen-ware, bedding, linens, Haiku ceiling fans, gas BQ grill, and outdoor heated shower.
Broadband wifi throughout.
Cable TV (3 HDTV's).
Home of the Opening Flower has five bicycles for riding to the Princeville shopping center for supplies or treats, or to nearby beach access locations, or along the Princeville area golf courses, or local Princeville restaurants or pop-up produce markets.
And for beach enjoyment, there is an ample supply of beach gear, including chairs, towels, canopies, coolers, snorkel gear and boogie boards.
BEDROOM #1, the largest room, master bedroom, has an en suite bathroom, a Cal-king bed, end tables, large armchair recliner, chaise lounge, large desk with comfy office chair, a dresser, HDTV, and spectacular ocean views from throughout the room.
BEDROOM #2, a second master bedroom, which is the only upstairs area in the home, has an en suite bathroom, a Cal-king bed, a dresser, chair, HDTV, private lanai/balcony, great ocean views and a mountain view.
BEDROOM #3, has an Eastern-king bed, end tables, small desk with comfy chair, and opens to the main floor lanai, with vivid ocean views from inside throughout the room, and from the adjoining lanai.
BEDROOM #4, has an Eastern-king bed, end tables, chair, and overlooks a tranquil garden with water-lily pots. In lieu of a dresser, a portion of the closet has convenient shelving.
Bedrooms #3 and #4 share a hall bathroom.
All of the bedrooms have well-accommodating tiled closets, and are equipped with luggage rack(s).
The laundry hall has, in addition to a large washer and dryer, a handy, tidy. folding / hanging, and bin area.
The great room (Living area) is equipped with a full-motion curved 65" 4K smart TV with DVR, and a variety of board games.
The ocean breezes and Haiku ceiling fans throughout, keep the home fresh and airy.
Air conditioning / heating was recently installed. Separate (split-system AC/heat) units are mounted to the upper wall in each of the bedrooms, and in the living area. These units are individually controlled. Thus, you can select your preference of whether or not to utilize air conditioning or heat within each particular room, and can individually select the desired temperature setting, for each room. In addition to their cooling benefit, these A/C units also have a heat setting, for warmth and comfort on those occasionally cooler days or nights when the air temperature dips; ,and a dry setting to simply reduce humidity.
*In case you are considering ACCESSIBILITY* for any persons in your group, the entry level, Level 1, may be suitable for your requirements. These are the levels / layout of Home of the Opening Flower:
LEVEL 1. The driveway, the sidewalk leading to the house, and the front porch area, as well as front lawn, are all at ground level. There is a small step-up totaling about 2 or 3 inches, from the ground level front porch, thru the front door of the home, into the entry hall. The front entry hall, kitchen and dining areas, and Bedroom #4 - which overlooks the front gardens and yard, plus the hall bathroom, are all on the same entry level. The shower in the hall bathroom has a built-in corner bench (as do the other bathrooms). The step-over from hall bathroom floor, into the shower, is about six inches. The entry hall, and all of the areas that adjoin it, except for the fourth bedroom, do have an ocean view. Presently, dining chairs and a bench are situated on the entry level. One or more larger, comfortable chairs could easily be set on the entry level to accommodate anyone in your group who would require or prefer avoiding stairs, and they would not feel isolated from the rest of your group. The television in the living / great room is well visible from the dining area, and rotatable. The kitchen, front entry hall and front porch, have a cheerful, expansive view of front gardens and yard.
LEVEL 2. The large ocean-view living / great room, main-level lanai, main-level ocean-view bedroom, and main-level ocean-view master bedroom and ensuite master bathroom, and the laundry hall, are about three steps down from the entry hall and its adjoining areas.
The garage is about two steps down from a garage entry hallway near the dining area.
LEVEL 3. The upstairs ocean-view bedroom and its ensuite bathroom, and lanai, are the only upstairs areas.
All of the living areas (entry hall, kitchen, dining, great room), as well as three of the bedrooms, have superb ocean and greenery and skyward views.
The fourth bedroom has a view of the front garden and yard. From every area of the home, and in all directions, your gaze takes in continually varying colors and abundant rainbows.
The home is on a bluff, set back from, and overlooking the ocean, on a large private property, especially broadening toward the back, with ample front, back and side yards, and is adjacent to an extensive green space which leads to a stream.
The colors of the water, sky, and land are truly uplifting and inspiring. In their migratory seasons, you can see whales spout, breach, and teach their young, and Laysan Albatross birds as they visit their nesting grounds.
Home of the Opening Flower (Hale Makalapua; Blossom Forth) is situated on a cul de sac, in a lovely, very walkable and bike-able residential neighborhood, within the resort community of Princeville, with amenities nearby; a pleasant spot to discover and enjoy the beauty, serenity, vitality, and aloha of Kauai.
A 10 minute stroll from the property takes you to a trail leading to a secluded beach.
Whether you are planning on recreation, exploration, inspiration, rest, renewal, celebrating a special occasion or a gathering, or working, we wish you an uplifting stay.
Home of the OPENING FLOWER had previously been owner-occupied. When the present homeowners acquired it some years ago, they had hoped to retire here from the mainland. But as circumstances changed, and they are now more needed on the mainland, it came about that it would be fitting for Home of the OPENING FLOWER to serve as a vacation rental, and so now, an over-and-above, enthusiastic, professional team with exemplary standards, comprised of property management / host, housekeeping, landscape design / detailers, design/enhancement dreamers/envisioners/implementers, is working on your behalf, dedicated with aloha, love and care, mindful of your comfort, care, ease, joy, to welcome you for an excellent stay.
State of Hawaii GeneralExcise Tax# GE-142-303-3344-01
State of Hawaii TransientAccommodation Tax# TA- 142-303-3344-01
County of Kauai Tax# same as above

Property manager

Thames Goodwin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2408 sq ft (224 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 540130750000, GE-142-303-3344-01, TA-142-303-3344-01

Property is also known as

A/C Wondrous Ocean Views Remodeled Oceanfront Bluff-top Home
Breathtaking Ocean Views A/C Home Opening Flower Hale Makalapua
Spectacular Ocean Views A/C Bluff-top Home Opening Flower House
Breathtaking Ocean Views A/C Home Opening Flower Hale Makalapua
Abundant Wondrous Ocean Views A/C Bluff-top O'er Valley Ocean
Abundant Wondrous Ocean Views A/C Bluff-top O'er Valley Ocean
Spectacular Ocean Views A/C Bluff-top Home Opening Flower

About the neighborhood

Map
Princeville, HI

What's nearby

  • Sealodge Beach - 10 min walk
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 17 min walk
  • Hideaways Beach - 5 min drive
  • Hanalei Bay - 13 min drive
  • Anini Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Sealodge Beach and Island Sails. Princeville Makai Golf Club and Princeville Golf Club Prince Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Heavenly OCEAN VIEWS throughout JOYFUL "Home of the Opening Flower" A/C 4Br3Ba Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 54 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation - quiet and private with views
Our family had a wonderful vacation in Princeville and Hanalei while staying at Home of the opening flower. The property sits at the end of a culdesac and backs up to open space with direct views of the ocean. We spent many evenings sitting on the deck watching the sunset and then gazing at the stars. My wife would wake up early and sit on the deck drinking her coffee, reading her book and listening to the birds. It was so quiet and peaceful and private. The house itself was comfortable with large, spacious rooms. The kitchen had everything needed to cook our meals and the grill was an added bonus. There were plenty of beach accessories and we spent every day at the beach either at Anini, Hanalei or Ke'e. Communication with the owner/property manager was direct and straight forward and we had no issues during our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RW H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home in Princeville!
Long-time fan of Princeville and found this awesome home! We loved this home and the ability to spread out or hang out together in the living room. We would surely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Horton

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall fabulous stay
This house is well-maintained and very clean. We all appreciated the level of cleanliness as well as the amount of complimentary items to use throughout the house. There was plenty of bath and beach towels for all 8 of us. There was also numerous snorkels, fins, goggles, bikes, boogie boards, and more fun items to use in the garage. The property manager was kind and easy to reach. The only caveat was the living room ac did not work. We specifically picked this rental for the ac because tropical climates can be quite humid and unforgiving. We were informed the night before that they were trying to get parts to fix it, but for the duration of our week stay it remained broken. Thankfully, there were numerous fans we could use to manage the heat. But it would have been nice to give us a bigger heads up and overall really try to prioritize the functionality of amenities. The bedroom acs did work, so that was fortunate. Overall, we would recommend this rental and would re-book with them in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
This house is spectacular with a view second to none. Very spacious We had a few issues that were handled quickly and officially Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great stay! The house was clean and was a nice respite after a long day exploring Kauai. We really enjoyed the view off the balcony and having our coffee there in the morning. The beds were all comfortable and we slept great. The garage was stocked with beach chairs, snorkeling equipment, boogie boards, a cooler, etc. Oh, and the outdoor shower was lovely after a day at the beach. It was nice rinsing off all the sand to keep from tracking it into the house. The property manager was great working through an issue we had and was very easy to get in contact with. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R., Oklahoma City

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Princeville
The house was perfect for our needs. It was well equipped with all of the amenities. The garage was stocked with plenty of beach chairs, snorkeling gear and bicycles so we save money from not having to rent these items. Beautiful views of the ocean and for watch the sunset. Also close to the supermarket and beautiful beaches. Only issue we had was the upstairs shower was not usable until halfway through our stay but the property manager was able to get it fixed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway in Paradise
We loved spending this past week in this BEAUTIFUL home in Princeville!! The house is even better than some of the pictures! The kitchen was very well stocked. We loved enjoying family meals at the large dining room table as well as on the lovely lanai! The ocean view from the lanai was stunning! We loved the beautiful landscaping of the yard as well. The bedrooms were very comfortable and we made ourselves at home! I loved waking up in the morning and looking out the window at the ocean! The full washer and dryer were a great asset after beach and hiking days! (as was the outside warm shower!) They had a great assortment of bikes, boogie boards, snorkle gear, beach chairs, beach towels and shade beach canapies in the garage for our use! Thames was very responsive to our questions and shared his recommendations for north shore activities! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!! We had an unforgetable trip with our family! We would love to stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great house!
I live on Kauai and when family comes, we usually rent a house for part of their time here. I’ve stayed in many vacation rentals on Kauai and this one is great. Great location, big and spacious, very well stocked and beautiful views! Love this place and will definitely try and rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This was a great place to stay for our family of 8. It was a great location, great house and it matched the description of the property. The beds were very comfortable and everything was clean. Great views of the ocean. The neighborhood was very quiet. We had access to beach chairs and bikes. The kitchen was well stocked. The communication with the property managers was quick on questions. Each member of our family enjoyed this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is a DREAM!
Oh my goodness - the photos don't do this property justice. It is heavenly! Views are amazing, plenty of room for everyone, comfortable beds, and well stocked - we had everything we needed and more! Loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gentle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent vacation rental
We had an excellent holiday due to our stay at Hale Makalapua. The house was in a great location for walks to the beach, enjoying views of the ocean where we could see what’s from the deck and the Kauai’s verdant landscape. The neighborhood was quiet and just a short drive for groceries and eating out. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen well equipped for actually (!!) cooking meals. It felt very much like the owners actually use the home themselves, and as such it’s stocked with quality items- towels, glassware, snorkel gear, bikes etc. This was one of the best rentals we’ve had in a long time. The property managers were very responsive to questions and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Excellent experience
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in Princeville, Kauai
This home was perfect for our family. It was well stocked with all the supplies we needed. The view was amazing - we enjoyed the early morning & sunset views of the ocean. Looking forward to staying there the next time we come to Kauai
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great with a few exceptions
Construction next door started at about 7 every day. At least start after 8 to be considerate of visitors wishing we knew well in advance. There was really no trail to walk to the beach from the house. Thames was very nice and responsive to requests.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sangeeta o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location!
The property is located on the north shore in the quieter town of Princeville. The house sits at the end of a cul-de-sac. The views from the lanai are stunning! We saw whales every day as we sat out there. The house was spacious enough for our family of eight. We had grandparents, four adults, and two teenagers. Communication with the property manager was easy. The quaint town of Hanalei is also very close by. The house was well stocked with kitchen equipment, and we loved the beach gear in the garage. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Kauai.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent North Shore location!
This house was fantastic. It worked so well for our family. Loved the view of the ocean! Didn’t use the beach that was close due to the weather (high surf). Had everything we needed and then some. Thames was responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Trip
We had the most amazing stay in Princeville! The house was well appointed, spotless, beautifully airy, gorgeous views, with tons of space for our family. The beds were comfortable and all rooms have their own fans and individual AC which worked flawlessly. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was perfect and they succeeded! 100% recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome ocean views.
Great place for a family or group getaway. Well stocked with everything you need. Ocean View is amazing. Property manager (Thames) is very helpful. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet house
Spacious, quiet house in a great part of Princeville.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Everett B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Princeville gem with mesmerizing ocean view.
This house was the perfect layout for our incredible family vacation that included a 4 year old and a 20 month old. The north shore is our favorite town and beach area on Kauai, so this Princeville residence was perfect. The ceiling fans and mini split A/C units provided more than adequate comfort. The master suite is more than spacious with its ocean view bay window. The landscaping at the residence is very well maintained along with the Princeville common areas. It was very convenient to pack up the beach supplies from the garage that this rental has, plenty of beach chairs, cabana, boogie boards, snorkel gear, and sand toys. Bicycles readily available too. This extraordinary rental will be missed by all and will be booked again. Mahalo Thames.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

P A K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Beautiful home. Clean and welcoming. Awesome views. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We rented this property for a family trip and we were very pleased with our selection. The views from the back patio, the beautiful gardens and fruit trees, and the location for exploring the island were superb. Thames helped with planning activities before our arrival and shuttled our family to the beach on a particularly busy day. We would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Carol H.

February get away
Location of property was great and view was gorgeous! Communication with property manager was good and Thames offered lots of helpful hints. We did have a little glitch in our stay when we ran out of propane so had no hot water, no clothes dryer, and no stove. This was remedied the next day though. The only real negative we had was that the property needs a good, thorough cleaning. The cleaning staff should be checked on to make sure they are doing the job they were hired to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Celia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely with a few shortcomings.
It was large enough for our groups of 7 adults. Beds were comfortable. The best part is the view and the lainai and we were able to see whale activity. The grassy area behind the house is also great for bird watching. Kitchen is well equipped. The house could use some minor repairs. There were hanging wires and spackled areas that were left unpainted. Some window screens were not attached. It was clean but not sparkling, especially the grout in the shower upstairs. It’s the only place I’ve stayed that did not have written information about checkout and local recommendations, which I found odd and annoying. After seeing a lot of praise for the property manger, we found him unimpressive. He did not respond to my message that we were low on toilet paper, and we had already bought more ourselves after some was left hours later. I had to message him for checkout instructions since none were provided and only learned that way that checkout was an hour earlier than what is stated in VRBO.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home with a great view!!!
We were a group of 3 couples in our late 60's and spent a week in beautiful Kauai and couldn't ask for a better place to stay. The house was wonderful, clean, well equipped and had a great view. We could see whales from the porch. Beds were very comfortable after each busy day enjoying the island. The neighborhood was wonderful! Thank you for a wonderful stay for our first time in Kauai!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022