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Reviews of Beautiful Plumeria Cottage-Anini Beach Plantation Style Home

Beautiful Plumeria Cottage-Anini Beach Plantation Style Home
Anini Beach, HI

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Calley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and comfortable home
Better than advertised. Pictures don’t do it justice. The house and yard layout was perfect, especially for sitting on the porch with wind and rain we experienced during our trip. We cooked several meals in and had plenty of kitchen supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Airy
We met owner Bill when checking in and talked with owner Mary Ellen by phone when we had a question. Both were friendly and helpful. Nice to know they are a mile away. They did not stop over but would have had we needed them. The house is airy and well designed. Loved the openness and wraparound lanai. Peaceful other than the very early frogs and roosters. Well equipped, comfortable beds, lots of beach items, good water pressure, hot showers. Short walk to Anini Beach. Traditional Hawaii home. Surrounded by lush plants and trees. Great visuals out of every window. Lots of fans. Cooled off at night. Looks much better than the VRBO photos. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2024
Thank you. We really appreciate your kind review. Hope you’ll come again

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S., Bainbridge Island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
We had a great stay at plumeria cottage. It was better than the photos. We loved the outdoor shower and beautifully landscaped property. It felt very private. The house was comfortable and well equipped. We loved seeing the ducks, chickens and geckos and hearing the crickets and bullfrogs at night. The kids loved seeing and hearing all the animals. They also enjoyed collecting oranges, which we squeezed to make orange juice. It was very idyllic. Bill was very responsive when we had trouble with the lights at one point. He also was kind enough to transport the kayaks to a very idyllic river near the house. We kayaked up to an amazing waterfall, which was my favorite activity while we were there. The location was perfect, with an easy walk across the street to a perfect swimming beach. We'll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plumeria
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

devi p., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
Lovely place and Anini beach is gorgeous
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kerrylee R.

Away from the city noise
This property is away from the city. Great access to the quiet cove across the street and down the road just a bit. The House is charming but needs a good cleaning and some TLC. Would we stay again, yes but would plan our visit a bit different. Kitchen oven did not work, and the upstairs queen bed needs to be replaced. We made friends with the two geckos who live behind the fridge. Again a charming getaway, and very much island life.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2023
We’re sorry that you didn’t contact us during your stay so we could get the cleaning service over to correct any problems. Also the oven does operate-a previous guest must have tripped the circuit breaker. We will check out the mattress on the upstairs bed. Thank you for bringing it to our attention. No other guest has mentioned a problem.

8/10 Good

Brandon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rough start but great stay overall
Our first day in the property was a little rough we came up to the property with the house keepers fighting a swarms of wasps that were in the house. We talked with them and decided to come back in an hour by the time we got back they said they had killed all of the wasps but one which I was ok with wasn’t something I could t handle myself but shortly after they left I discovered there were still about 10 or more flying around the loft area of the house so I spent the first 2 hours upstairs chasing and killing wasps. I’m aware this is a rare situation bad timing really but the more concerning part was that I couldn’t get ahold of the property manager as they were traveling out of country and I was not aware that there sister had taken over so the numbers that I had at the time were not the sisters. It wasn’t till about 3 am that night that the owner responded to my Vrbo message and sent me the sisters contact and they claimed they had sent it before but it did not go through which I can understand but if it was a planned trip they could’ve sent me the sisters contact a week in advanced when Vrbo usually sends check in information. Overall after the first day the property was great very clean and everything you need to have a great time I would definitely stay here again just minus the wasps!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anini Happiness!
The Plumeria House was perfect for two couples interested in privacy, quiet, and proximity to the water. The layout of the house allowed us our own space as well as multiple areas for gathering (a screened in lanai, wrap-around porch with barbeque, dining table, comfortable chairs and a hammock, and an inviting living room. The walk to the beach was less than five minutes. There was a water main break in the area during our stay and the owner came over with cold bottled water and jugs of water we could use if the repair ended up taking a while. (It didn't, but it was really nice to know we had supplies, if necessary)! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Great place, great location, and the beach just across the street. Beautiful yard and the view out of every window is prefect. Just like the last 2 times. Can wait to come back next year. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Hangout
My wife and I stayed here for a week and really enjoyed our time here. The house is a traditional Hawaiian home with screens and louvered windows. It was very comfortable and never hot. Bill and Mary Ellen were great hosts. Bill transported the kayak for us so we could visit a local waterfall. Kayaking there was easy, but the walk once you beach the canoe was a little challenging and I wouldn’t recommend it for people who are not in decent shape. The house is across the street from the ocean. It’s about a 3 minute walk and you’re on Anini Beach. There are plenty of beach chairs at the house for 5 people. We cooked breakfast most days and found the kitchen to be well equipped. There’s a new fridge and the grill on the wrap around porch was super clean. It’s a very quiet space and the yard is very spacious with tons of fruit trees. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you. We look forward to a return visit from you!

10/10 Excellent

Julie D., Ashland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Nirvana
This was my second stay at this wonderful beach cottage and I'd stay again. Spacious yard and house, vintage design, wraparound decks screened and unscreened, fantastic outdoor shower, easy beach access, well equiped. Tropical paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you, Julie. We hope to see you again! Mary Ellen and Bill

10/10 Excellent

Beverly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plumeria Paradise
This is a taste of old Hawaii. Across the street from Anini. Beach and the “Turtle Car Wash.” Snorkled every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Gorgeous
LOVE this house! So relaxing and beautiful!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great place to unwind
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place
This is such an amzing place to stay! We loved the quiet area, secluded beach, kayaks, reading corners, and croquet. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation - First Visit to Kauai
The place is amazing! The location is perfect! In a beautiful garden with an easy walk across the street to Anini Beach which was beautiful for swimming and snorkeling. We loved the sounds of all the birds! Eating meals on the lanai was the best. The kitchen was equipped with all we needed plus a BBQ on the wrap around patio. We did not want to ever leave this paradise. We are hoping to return next year so we can take the kayaks up the river and see the waterfall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K., concord, ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Thank you for allowing us to use your beautiful property! We loved every minute! Peaceful and so beautiful, loved the chickens and the birds wandering the property. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny and Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location, Wonderful Screened Lanai
A true old Hawaii experience! Lovely and quaint house in amazing location just steps from the beach. Lots of beach chairs and outside areas to lounge. A screened lanai with big french doors and fans throughout the house created great airflow. Interior is quaint and comfortable, but is ready for some updates. We cooked nightly and found the kitchen workable, but it would benefit from a refresh on the cooking tools. You can't go wrong with this location!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable
We loved the house and the location. My husband swam with sea turtles early in the morning at the nearby beach. We had happy meals together on the screened in porch and cozy discussions in the living room. We have already recommended Plumeria to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plumeria House Anini Beach
We have been traveling to the Hawaiian islands together since 1986. We agree that this was our favorite trip so far. The quiet location and proximity to Anini beach combined with the fully equipped home made for a perfect combination. After picking up some fresh Kampachi at the Dolphin fish market we grilled it up and made fish tacos. The kitchen has everything one needs to cook and the screened in dining area allowed us to enjoy the beautiful landscape. The home was in need of a coat of paint, but was clean and neatly decorated with lots of comfy chairs. We rate this an overall 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

alexandra w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, great location, wonderful hosts
We went on spring break with our young adult children. The home and garden were beautiful! The home is a true Hawaiian style, not fancy but comfortable and welcoming. I love Anini Beach, which was just across the road- sea turtles, calm waters, and shaded with beautiful palm trees. The hosts MaryEllen and Bill were amazingly attentive, and we so appreciated Bill's help in getting the Kayaks to a secluded nearby river.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger m.

Great location. Near best beach on Kauai.
Easy walk to beach. Beautiful grounds and outdoor wraparound porch. Accommodates a couple or family of 4. Not especially clean and needs sprucing up. Everything works. But older appliances—some need replacing. Not enough info about the area or how things in the house work, like the TV..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2023
We’re sorry that you had difficulty during your stay. If you had called or texted us with your issues while you were here, we’d have been happy to help you. Instead, you wait until you’d checked out and then leave us a poor review. Not nice. Not fair.

8/10 Good

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
stay in Anini beach
Overall we were very satisfied with the house. the location is great and the ambiance (especially the outdoor seating) was wonderful. The overall atmosphere seemed very "Hawaiian". Even the squawking of the chickens was kind of cute. The reasons I didn't give it all 5 stars are : 1. The check in email stated there was no wifi password, but there was (it was on the bulletin board in the house). When I called the owner gave me the correct info. 2. The stove top didn't light. When I called the owner, he came over right away and provided a work around (a gas grill lighter) but still the stove should have been checked before hand. I guess most people don't cook :-) 3. We got a little unlucky in that there seemed to be a lot of maintenance going on during the day and as a result there was more noise than I expected. BUT, to reiterate, we really enjoyed our stay there and I recommend the place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
The stove which works just fine,is a propane gas, not natural gas stove. The igniters need to be bypassed by using a long neck lighter because of this which we provide.

8/10 Good

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Hawaiian Retreat
Wonderful and responsive hosts for a quiet Hawaiian style house. Great location for snorkeling or quiet beach time, but no water view from the house as it is across the street from the beach. House is well stocked and appointed, but the sheets and bath towels are worn and need replacing.. Otherwise, a wonderful experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Post COVID Family Reunion
This was our second time staying at Bill and Mary Ellen’s Pulmeria House. This time, we were able to share the experience with family from Alberta Canada. The house provides a true “Old Kauai” experience, complete with roosters and bull frogs! (Just bring some ear plugs). We enjoyed the evening rains while sitting on the wrap around porch. Fresh tropical fruits and flowers are all around the property, but the warm outdoor shower in the garden was the highlight,
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

judith j.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful people who owned it
It was a beautiful house loved the jungle love Anini It has everything my friend and I needed Bill and Mary Ellen were absolutely wonderful and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plumeria
Our stay was wonderful. Kitchen had everything that we needed, beds were comfortable and the location was fantastic. It was so nice to walk down the street to the beach and see the sunset. We were just a few miles away from Princeville and Hanalei, where we had access to a grocery store and many restaurants. There were also several fruit trees on the property which we were able to sample some of the fruit. The house and furnishings are a little older, but wasn’t enough that it prevented us from having a relaxing trip. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Belind C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plumeria Cottage is Perfect
Fabulous cottage across from the beach. The outdoor shower is a great bonus and fins and beach chairs are available to borrow. The screened in porch is perfect for family dinners and the hammock made for a great relaxing snooze. We will definitely be back! ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
So, why only 4stars???

10/10 Excellent

thomas b., Redmond Ridge, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Great location on the north shore. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable furniture. Loved the hammock outside. Delicious fruit growing on the trees. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C., Palo Alto, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A delightful retreat on Kauai's north shore
We had a wonderful relaxing stay at the Plumeria Cottage. We have stayed in various small cottages on Anini Beach over the years, and this is one that will be at the top of our list for next time. We especially appreciate the ‘plantation cottage’ feel in all the furnishings: Lots of bamboo and bentwood furniture. The kitchen appliances were just fine. I really enjoyed having breakfast with the morning sun in the rocking chair on the east-side veranda, while my wife favored the screened-in porch on the west side for dinner time. Access to the beach is very convenient, and having beach chairs and other gear at the cottage made every beach outing go smoothly. The snorkel sets didn’t fit me very will, so I rented gear at a shop in Hanalei. A very convenient and a reliable solution. At one point we thought there was a problem with the lighting, and Bill responded quickly and everything was worked out right away. We look forward to another opportunity to visit that little corner of Kauai again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great stay at plumeria. Dinner on the screened in porch, and a nice time swimming at Anini beach across the road.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2022
Thank you. We enjoyed having you

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The house and grounds are amazing. just as we remembered them from last year. Every thing here is perfect. Just minutes to amazing snorkeling across the street. 10 min to Princeville and the shops there food land and Lambert's ice cream! About 15 min to Kilauea town and Kilauea Bakery & Pizzeria pure baked goodness. Thank you so much. We will be back next year. :) John
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional local experience
Loved our stay here but this is not a modern, up to date condo with latest conveniences, pools and hot tubs. It was very comfortable with lots of space (indoors and on 3 porches) to spread out. Beautiful landscaping, great location. Could use brighter lights and replenished kitchen supplies (short on glasses, only one tablespoon)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected
Great place for 2 to stay. The pictures online do not do justice for the true old Hawaiian feel of this beautiful location/ house The good communication with the owners throughout the stay was very helpful. We will return many times again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and beach!
Beautiful property, like a botanical garden. The beach across the road is truly magnificent. Loved the town of Hanalei so close. Long drives if you want to go to other side of island, but prefer staying on this side. Only downside is loud feral roosters….sadly, that’s a problem on the whole island that needs to be addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Supriya G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, perfect location
We really enjoyed our stay at Plumeria! The location is amazing - right across the street from Anini beach. The cottage is in a gorgeous tropical garden setting with and the wrap around patio allows for beautiful views of the garden.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2022
Mahalo. Glad you enjoyed your stay.Bill and MaryEllen

8/10 Good

Jackie Z., United States

Disliked: Cleanliness
Plantation style home with tropical vibe…
We had a few issues on the front end, but the owners where extremely accommodating and wonderfully kind. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
The unfortunate issues were concerning the cleaning service, and we refunded this guest 100% of her cleaning fee. Otherwise things went well and she told us she and her daughter had a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anini Beach Cottage
The location was perfect for our family and we were happy to discover the beach access across the street. Perfect beach for kids and great snorkeling. We had an amazing time and loved the cottage! The host was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions prior to our arrival. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second stay here
This was our family’s second stay at the Plumeria cottage and it was just as we remembered! This home has everything you need and easy access to Anini Beach. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Thanks for coming back. We enjoyed having you

8/10 Good

Judith V.

Great location & plantation style hawaiian home ~
The property owners were very responsive to concerns. If four in party, best for couples. Two queen/full beds available with very uncomfortable third futon in small room. Second bedroom up narrow stairs not appropiate for people with mobility issues. Need much better lighting in main bathroom needed. One of our family members decided to sleep on couch in living room. Much of the appliances are dated, but doable. Nice to have kayaks & beach chairs available. Very pleasant screened dining & seating area! Surrounding grounds beautiful! Thank you Bill & Mary Ellen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience at Anini
Great spot, great place. Its an easy walk to the beach access, just a few seconds down the road (west) - not a problem even if you are carrying a couple chairs and some snorkel gear. The beach was fantastic for snorkeling, especially for kids just learning. As with most north shore beaches, you can have sun or shade, as you like. The house was great. Mary Ellen was responsive with communications. Bill was very helpful with setting up a kayak ride - that turned out to be a nice surprise experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely dreamy
First timers to Kauai, and we're now life-long North Shore fans. We originally booked a condo at a resort on the east side, but made a late switch. We had no way of knowing what an incredible decision that would be! We were treated to our own private nature preserve at Plumeria. The house and land were more than we could have hoped for- the morning birdsong was unreal, the yard private and filled with flowering trees and shrubs, and the 3-sided porch perfect for taking it all in. Breezes kept the house lovely and cool, even as the sun made for perfect beach weather just a couple hundred yards away. We found great snorkeling at Anini Beach for floating with the sea turtles, and had great access to other north shore snorkeling gems. We had some great meals in Hanelei- and we ran into the house cleaner upon checkin who made great recommendations. The house was well-stocked with everything we could have wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad A., Loveland, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place in a great location
This place is a gem! The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do and areas to explore. The sunsets and sunrises at Anini Beach we’re just amazing. The kayaks that were at the property made experiencing them even better. We spent our afternoons on the lanai enjoying the views and ocean sounds. This place is great for couples and families to stay. We are looking forward to bringing our girls back to this house. The flower arrangement that was made from cuttings from the property were beautiful and such a nice welcoming touch. Everyone was so easy to get in touch with. The outdoor shower was so nice!!!!! Can’t wait until we can go back to this incredible island and house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2022
Mahalo. We look forward to hosting your family again. Mary Ellen and Bill

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet spot
This vacation rental was a classic Hawaiian plantation home with a beautiful deck and comfortable furnishings. We loved every minute of our stay. The home was well furnished and surrounded by tropical foliage. A very quiet beach with golden sand is right across the street. My daughter and her boyfriend kayaked the klihiwai river and portaged up to a private waterfall. This was a spectacular stay and we look forward to returning someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of paradise
The plantation style home is just perfect for a relaxing vacation on Kauai. It is a walk to the beach and no real reason to explore the other beaches as Anini Beach is quiet, a good mix of shade and sun, lots of length to walk and plenty of area to snorkel. Bill and Mary Ellen are warm and welcoming hosts. Ask Bill about exploring a local river and waterfall by kayak. The house is comfortable, the porches terrific and the best feature it the amazing outdoor shower!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rimas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful house!!!
We could not expect better!!. The house form outside looks like regular house, but when you get inside - it is amazing. House has some jungle / Hawaii character that we enjoyed so much!!! Also, the location!!! . You can walk to the beach just in 5 minutes with a cup of coffee for sunrise and what is amazing from the same spot you can watch the sun set. The water is calm and snorkeling is perfect at the same beach. There is kayaks you can use in these calm water. We enjoyed this house and location very much. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird Oasis
Outstanding old style Hawaiian home. Lot's of bird's. Beautiful yard with Lot's of flowers.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
We enjoyed having you

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful garden
I loved the privacy of this house. Beautiful garden and sun porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed the property and will come again someday.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
This special place looks even better than the photos! The beach is a quick close walk, the lush beauty of the garden was very relaxing from the lanai, and lots of activities surrounding the area and the snorkel and games provided were great during down time. Hosts were very responsive and gave great recommendations. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Plumeria was beyond our expectations for Location. It was so private amidst a jungle of beauty and the beach at your fingertips. The biggest limitation is it is just a little worn down and needs some loving. Enjoyed our stay, proximity to all attractions couldn't be better
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022