Summary:
Makanui Estate – Spacious home + two-story guesthouse with mountain and ocean-peek views. Sleeps 16 with A/C in all bedrooms and the upstairs guesthouse. Walk to Poipu and Brennecke’s Beaches. Includes PBAC membership for up to 11 guests.
The Space:
MAKANUI ESTATE AT KOLOA KAI VACATION RENTALS
A Private Paradise for Your Kauai Escape — Sleeps 16
Welcome to Makanui Estate, a spacious, air-conditioned retreat in sunny Poipu offering mountain views, ocean-peek vistas, and room for up to 16 guests. Perfect for families and groups, this beautifully updated home features a single-level main house plus a two-story guesthouse—each offering comfort, privacy, and modern amenities.
Just a short walk to Brennecke’s Beach and award-winning Poipu Beach, the estate pairs island living with convenience, style, and exclusive access to the Poipu Beach Athletic Club.
For larger gatherings, Makanui Estate can be rented together with Lei Ohana as the Ohana Retreat, sleeping up to 28 guests.
Why You’ll Love This Home
Ocean & Mountain Views: Enjoy breezes and vistas from the balcony and lanai.
Unbeatable Location: Minutes to beaches, golf, spas, botanical gardens, and dining.
Group-Friendly Layout: Three bedrooms in the main home + a large guesthouse designed for flexibility.
PBAC Membership: Pool, fitness center, sports courts, and on-site dining (up to 11 guests).
Sleeping Arrangements — Sleeps 16
🏡 MAIN HOME (Single Level)
Room Bedding Sleeps
Primary Bedroom King • A/C • En suite • Patio entry 2
Guest Bedroom 1 King • A/C 2
Guest Bedroom 2 Queen • A/C 2
Living Room Queen Sleeper Sofa (No A/C) 2
Main Home Total: 8 Guests
🏡 MAKANUI GUESTHOUSE (Two Stories)
Lower Level
Room Bedding Sleeps
Bedroom Queen 2
Downstairs Living Area Queen Murphy Bed 2
Lower Level Total: 4 Guests
Upper Level
Room Bedding Sleeps
Upper Living Area King + Queen Sleeper Sofa • A/C 4
Guesthouse Total: 8 Guests
Indoor & Outdoor Comforts
Open Kitchen: Granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and space for group cooking.
Multiple Living Areas: Each with cable TV and comfortable seating.
Private Yard: Tropical setting ideal for games, lounging, and outdoor meals.
Ocean-View Deck: A peaceful spot for sunrise coffee or evening cocktails.
Laundry: Full washer/dryer in both the main home and guesthouse.
Amenities
Air Conditioning:
Main Home: All bedrooms have A/C (living room does not).
Guesthouse: A/C in the entire upstairs; tradewinds downstairs.
Beach Gear: Chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, cooler, and towels.
Outdoor Shower for rinsing after the beach.
Poipu Beach Athletic Club (PBAC) — INCLUDED (11 Guests)
Resort-style pool with slide & sandy beach area
Hot tub, tennis, pickleball & basketball courts
Cardio + weight machines, free weights, fitness classes
On-site restaurant with poolside service
Nearby Attractions
Brennecke’s Beach – Perfect for bodyboarding
Poipu Beach – Snorkeling, swimming, turtles & monk seals
Poipu Shopping Village & Shops at Kukui‘ula – Dining, music, markets
Maha‘ulepu Heritage Trail – Coastal hiking with unforgettable views
Check-In/Out
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Important Notes
Sleeps 16 — not an event venue.
May be combined with Lei Ohana next door to form the Ohana Retreat (Sleeps 28).
Taxes: Hawaii GET 4.712%, TAT 11%, Kauai TAT 3% apply to rent + cleaning.
Hawaii Tax Licenses
TAT/GE License: GE/TA-211-663-8720-01
Guest Access:
You will receive a link to an online guest book when it gets close to your arrival date. You will receive the link by email and text. The home has an electronic lock at the bottom level where the cars are parked. A code will be generated into your guest book just before your arrival day.
The Neighborhood:
Hoone Rd, fronting Poipu Beach Park and Brenneckes Beach, turns into Pee Rd. This winding street is a popular place to watch the sunset on the wall fronting Nihi Kai or to walk one way and return to the Poipu Kai Greenbelt.
Restaurants: Brennecke`s Restaurant and Deli, Puka Dogs
Properties we manage: Niki Kai 200, 203, 509, 802, Malia Makai, Poipu Shores 101A, 102A, 107A, 207A, Poipu Palms 204, Poipu Palms 302, Makahuena 1-204, 1-310, and Halana Malie, Ohana Retreat.
Getting Around:
When visiting Kauai, we highly recommend renting a car to enhance your experience and give you the freedom to explore the island at your own pace. While there are other transportation options available, such as the Kauai Bus, it's important to note that the bus service may not run as frequently as you might expect.
Having a rental car allows you to easily access all the incredible sights and attractions that Kauai has to offer. From the stunning Na Pali Coast to the breathtaking Waimea Canyon, having your own transportation gives you the flexibility to visit these iconic locations on your own schedule.
Other Things to Note:
All reservations require a 25% payment to hold chosen dates.
• 45 days prior to arrival, the remaining balance is due in full
CANCELLATION POLICIES:
• Reservations canceled 30 days or more prior to arrival date are 100% refundable.
PESTS:
Kauai is in a climate that is considered to be both tropical and within a rainforest category, known for its lush flora and fauna. The environmental factors create a situation where pests (insects) are nearly impossible to eradicate from every property constantly. Many bugs fly in when a door is open at night or are simply small enough to come in through screens on windows and sliding doors. For this reason, Koloa Kai engages regular quarterly pest control in every property to keep the pests at bay. Despite these efforts, it is possible to have pests in your property, and if that happens, Koloa Kai will take all measures possible as quickly as possible to mitigate any issues. Any monetary compensation, refunds or discounts will be given solely at the discretion of Koloa Kai and will only be available in situations where the company agrees that an infestation has occurred. Koloa Kai reserves the right to investigate and provide remediation of any pest issue. The mere presence of pests in the property shall not constitute grounds for monetary compensation.
30-DAY MAXIMUM RENTALS:
Koloa Kai LLC provides only short-term rentals with a maximum reservation of 30 days. Each reservation is fully documented and provides for a fixed date and time for check-in and check-out, rental rates, associated fees, and all other requirements required by local and state law. If a guest books consecutive reservations where the check-out and check-in dates are concurrent, then a cleaning fee will be assessed, and a Koloa Kai designated cleaning professional/inspector will have unrestricted access to the property for the purposes of cleaning and inspection of the property. During the time between reservations, described by the check-out time and check-in time specifically, the guests shall vacate the property so that the designated cleaning professional/inspector can conduct a full reservation clean and inspection in accordance with Koloa Kai’s standard practice. Guest access to the property shall be restricted specifically to the date/times of the reservation documentation and may not be extended upon verbal or text message confirmation.
Hawaii Laws require that GET (4.712%), Kauai TAT (3.0%) and TAT (11%) taxes apply to the cleaning fee.
Hawaii TAT license # TA-211-663-8720-01
Hawaii GET license #GE-211-663-8720-01
Interaction with Guests:
We will communicate by text most of the time. You will also receive emails from us. Feel free to call us at the Koloa Kai office as well.
