Escape to the 'Garden Island' of Kauai in this lovely 3-bedroom beachside home. Stroll through the nearby farmer's markets for fresh ingredients, then indulge in island-inspired culinary creations or dine out at a variety of local cafes and restaurants.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach
Just a short walk to the beach, this lovely home is also a short walk to the resort community's swimming pool and tennis courts. Your beautiful home-away-from-home welcomes you to relax and enjoy a wonderful visit to the "Garden Island" of Kauai.
Perfect for families and couples traveling together, this home's design includes a master suite located on the opposite side of the main living area from the other two bedrooms.
Visit our local farmer's markets for fresh ingredients to include in your island-inspired culinary creations. Or, walk or drive to a variety of nearby cafes and restaurants when you choose to dine out.
Experience your choice of many activities in this area including golf, botanical gardens, sailing, fishing, boat tours, helicopter tours, surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, horseback riding and hiking.
*** Cancellation Policy *** Cancellations require at least a 30 day written or email notice prior to your check-in date for a full refund of your deposit. Notice at least 14 days prior to check in will receive a 50% refund. If less than 14 day notice, the rent, excise tax and reservation processing fee are forfeited. ***
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 7
Air Conditioned
No Smoking
TA-023-981-6704-01
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Games
Music library
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 280280170000, TA-023-981-6704-01, GE-023-981-6704-01
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa. Lawai International Center and Kilohana Plantation are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Poipu Shopping Village and Shops at Kukuiula. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Poipu Kai Tennis Center or Vidinha Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Koloa travel guide
Does Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach located?
Located in Poipu, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Poipu Bay Golf Course and Poipu Beach. Keoniloa Bay and Shipwreck Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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Shells At Poipu, lovely home, short walk to beach Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Super comfortable for my family of 5. It’s next door to the Grand Hyatt so convenient for a conference or to enjoy the pool area there as a guest. The beach is a short walk away with great sunsets and perfect waves for boogie boarding. We had such a fantastic time!
The rental was a perfect fit for our family. Easy access to a pool, walking distance to perfect snorkeling beach where we saw a monk seal, turtles, a variety of fish and dolphins further out. The home was spacious, clean and well equipped for our family needs. We loved the little secluded patio and hope to return to the same house as a family tradition moving forward.
Eileen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Randall S.
6 Apr 2024
Perfect house in poipu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was perfect. The location was amazing and centrally located for all island activities. Beach was less than 5 minute walk. The house was well maintained and full of all the essentials and more. The management staff was ready to help with any and all questions or requests. The house was perfect and made the vacation easy and comfortable.
Randall S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peter
12 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Definitely going back. Perfect place, perfect location. Great host.
Had all the supplies and information to make our stay enjoyable
Randall S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M.
27 Nov 2025
A Week at the Shells
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Superb home! Short walk to the pool, hot tub center. Clean, well-maintained home. Great outside seating area. Close to Poipu Beach and Koloa Town. Loved our stay!
Perfect spot for families needing three bedrooms! Enjoyed our time! Will be back
Brian F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jenny J.
3 Aug 2025
Poipu magic
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved the accommodations, very clean, great location, helpful staff and even great neighbors!
Jenny J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark Y.
7 June 2025
Shells at Poipu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was great. Easy access to the green belt walkway and a short walk to the beach. House was clean and very comfortable.
Thank you for your home during this traffic time in our nation. Kauai was a wonderful place to hide and your home was wonderful. The location is fabulous. Wish I could move
This home was just right for us and 4 kids. Walking distance to shipwreck Beach and a 5 mins drive to restaurants in Poipu. What’s most impressive are the little things the house comes with— A trolley to carry snorkel gear, body boards, a surf broad, beach chairs, frisbe etc ..
Raj M.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nancy F.
10 Aug 2025
Lovely home and a great fit for our 3 generation family vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were all happy and comfortable with the home. The kitchen was well-stocked with all the equipment, dishes, etc, we needed for meal prep.The boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels, and carrying cart were a big plus. The walk to the pool was a little longer than I would have liked, and it took us a while to find it. (It's located behind Kalapaki Joe's Restaurant) But the pool and hot tub were both clean, and the kids really enjoyed them. The house was also stocked with a great variety of books, DVDs, and games.The outside BBQ/lanai area was comfortable and a wonderful hangout spot. Would highly recommend Kauai Vacation Rentals.
We feel lucky to have found this place on VRBO as it made our stay quite enjoyable. We were visiting for a conference at Grand Hyatt but wanted to stay at a house given we have 3 little ones. This place is walking distance to Grand Hyatt - a leisurely (slow) 10min walk with toddlers. It is in a residential area, so the closest restaurants/coffee shops are at the Hyatt. The pathway that takes us to Grand Hyatt/beach is right behind the yard (no car traffic) and we see plenty of people taking a stroll throughout the day. Neighborhood is quiet, safe and the neighbors friendly. My 2yo daughter wandered off one day and made it two houses down before she was noticed by concerned pedestrians who stayed with her and notified me.
Other restaurants/shops are a short 7min drive away. Many areas of interest are also close by. We drove to the Baby Beach and spent half a day there. We also got a resort pass for the Grand Hyatt (they have amazing pools) and spent a fun day. Grocery chains (Walmart, Safeway, Costco) are about 20-25min out, close to the airport.
Inside the house, the appliances are great, AC works well, showers are nice. There is a good collection of books and board games. What I appreciated the most were the booster chairs that made our lives so much easier. Inside the garage were other things you wish you had but couldn't bring with you, like a red wagon to haul everything to the beach in, inflatable tube, folding chairs, etc. Plenty of towels/beach towels, clean sheets. Really appreciate the attention to detail and the amenities.
Catherine H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jessica L.
9 July 2022
Bright, Quiet and Relaxing
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House was bright with lots of windows. AC was a necessity for us and worked great. Location was awesome- we walked to Shipwreck beach for tide pools and short drive to Poipu Beach Park for swimming (walk was too far for the kids age 8 and 10- had tears the day we tried). Made use of the beach supplies in the garage (chairs, boogie boards mostly but there was a wagon, big coolers, umbrella was missing a pin). Pool and jacuzzi was down the path a ways and was good for an afternoon. The green belt path was really nice to walk in the mornings with banana trees and flowering plants. We did lots of cooking and baking- not much in terms of spices, staples, but that always varies on what people leave behind and what gets thrown away. Kitchen tools were in decent shape. Knives were sharp and pans were nice quality. Neighbors were so very sweet and let the kids feed lizards! House was super quiet!! No roosters, no loud talking, no loud parties. I wish the house was cleaner- it could definitely use a deep cleaning (wiping down drawer/sink handles/towel racks, removal of decor that catches dust) and refreshed bath towels. Bathrooms really need updating but did the job. Master bed was comfortable. Washer/dryer was put to use and worked well.
Jessica L.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Heather B.
11 Jan 2023
Family Paradise in Poipu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed ten days with our two teenagers and their grandparents and found our rental home to be perfect for a group of 6! The house was bright and breezy and in an optimal location on the Poipu Kai green belt, close to the Grand Hyatt and beach trails as well as within walking distance to Brennecke’s beach for sunset and beach time. We enjoyed the Poipu Kai pool as well. The unit was well stocked with chairs, beach toys, coolers and lots of games and books too! The only disappointment for us was that one of the bedrooms stated it had a queen bed however it was only a full and was too short for my husband’s comfort. It was a small room so I doubt a queen would have fit. Still we had an overall pleasant stay and would highly recommend and consider a return to this lovely little Poipu Shells home!
We absolutely LOVED this home. It was spotless- I think the cleanest and most welcoming rental we have stayed in ever. The energy and feeling of the house is pure aloha- so warm and happy and gorgeous. It was very well stocked with toys, puzzles, games, tons of beach toys, snorkel masks, towels, and even sunscreen and a nice straw sun hat that I borrowed. We would love to stay here again. The view was incredible, we loved watching the birds and people walking by, the view of the mountains is fabulous and it’s a short walk to poipu and shipwreck beach- all along a lovely and safe path which our 3 year old loved. Thank you so much for keeping this home so nice and awesome. We would love to stay here again in the future. Aloha
Kiersten K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne P.
12 Aug 2022
Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Shells at Poipu was lovely. The house was in a nice neighborhood and it was clean and spacious. There was everything you need for your stay from kitchen appliances to loads of beach towels.We couldn't have asked for a better home away from home. The only drawback was that we couldn't find the shared pool. There was nothing in the house to tell us where to go. We took off looking for it one day and tried the key in 6 different pools before calling the office to locate the pool. We were given verbal instructions how to get there from a woman who didn't really know where the pool was located. Finally after over an hour of looking we found it. That could have easily have been avoided by having a map at the house.
Our family of 3 and our daughters best friend enjoyed a week long stay at Shells of Poipu. The property was roomy, clean, and having 2 bedrooms on one side of the house with the master bedroom on the other gave us all privacy. Huge windows made it lovely to look out at the green belt and all the beautiful plants and trees. We enjoyed meeting the neighbors in the evenings around sunset. My favorite part was the 1 minute walk to the Grand Hyatt where I watched every sunrise and moonrise. We were also treated on our last day to the beginning of the historic waves the island hadn"t seen since mid to late 90"s. Stunningly beautiful place to visit.
Kimberly D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kristi D.
12 July 2022
Shells @ Poipu 6/18-6/25
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have rented this house once before in 2016. We love the location, it was clean, we liked the neighbors. We will stay here again when we are on Kauai.
Kristi D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brandi M.
19 May 2022
Great vacation spot
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a great time. Loved the location on the house. House had chairs and cooler for the beach. Very nice and clean. Neighbor was a delight. The windows in the kitchen were so nice to be able to enjoy the view.