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Perched on a hilltop, Hale Makani Nui offers an enchanting estate-like feel with expansive sea-and-sunset views. Inside, the spacious rooms flow seamlessly onto inviting lanais that showcase sparkling ocean views and colorful sunsets. Enjoy refreshing outdoor showers, a Jacuzzi spa on the lanai near the living room, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout.

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches

This lovely hilltop villa—Hale Makani Nui, or House of Strong Wind—is delightfully elevated, in every sense of the word. Its picturesque placement at the crown of a gently sloping lot gives an enchanting estate-like feel to the entire property, while also providing expansive sea-and-sunset views. The dramatic approach, flanked by plush lawns and pygmy palms, ascends to a beautiful home with graceful, soaring lines and a sage-painted façade that seems to echo the luxuriant tropical foliage all around.

Inside, the spacious, impeccably comfortable rooms, furnished in elevated-plantation style with an artful mix of luminous antiques and contemporary accessories, flow seamlessly onto inviting lanais that showcase sparkling views of blue horizon and vividly colorful sunsets. Pleasant surprises and bonus features abound: a mountain-view executive office; 2 refreshing outdoor showers; and a Jacuzzi® on the lanai near the living room, to name a few. As for location, world-famous Poipu beaches, golf courses, and hiking trails are a quick drive away, along with an appealing array of restaurants, shops, and activities. Convenience + comfort + charm: a classical equation that, in this case, equals a perfectly idyllic stay on the spectacular South Shore!

GENERAL FEATURES
• Property name: Hale Makani Nui (House of Strong Wind)
• In exclusive Poipu Beach Estates, near Kiahuna Golf Club
• Short drive to the best beaches, restaurants & shops
• 10-minute walk to Waiohai Beach
• Views of ocean + sunsets + mountains + whale sightings (possibly, in season)
• 3,000 square feet (approx.) on an elevated lot
• Jacuzzi® spa
• 4 BR, 3.5 BA
• Sleeps 8
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Cable TV
• Wheelchair inaccessible

INSIDE: COMFORT & CHARM
• Airy & spacious
• Distinctive elevated-plantation décor
• Tasteful artwork & accents
• Hardwood floors
• Ceiling fans throughout
• A/C in bedrooms & study
• Wooden blinds
• Pocket sliding doors
4 Delightful Bedrooms
• Bed configuration: 1 king + 2 queens + bunk w/ trundle
• #1 (primary) BR upstairs w/four-poster king bed + lanai + TV
• #2 BR downstairs w/queen bed + lanai + TV
• #3 BR downstairs w/queen bed
• #4 BR downstairs w/ bunk bed (lower = double; upper = twin, trundle = twin)
• Luxe Italian-import Frette linens
3.5 Beguiling Baths
• #1 (primary) BA w/soaking tub, twin sinks & walk-in shower
• #2 BA ensuite with walk in shower
• #3 BA (shared by bedrooms #3 & #4) with bathtub/shower + twin sinks
• Powder room (.5 BA)
• Spa-style waffle-weave bathrobes
• Sublime Ma¯lie toiletries
• Hair dryers
Chef’s Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen w/custom cabinetry
• Stainless-steel stove/oven/dishwasher/microwave/toaster
• Coffee maker w/complimentary Kaua‘i coffee
• Casual counter seating
• Sea-view dining table (seats 8)
Great Room
• High ceiling
• Inviting ambience
• Comfortably elegant furnishings
• Flat-screen TV + DVD player + surround sound
• Bonus feature: Executive office w/TV + A/C + lots of books
Separate Laundry Room
• Full-size washer & dryer
• Ironing board & iron

OUTSIDE: ISLAND-STYLE LEISURE
• Custom-designed for relaxation & entertaining
• 2 outdoor showers (1 up/1 down)
• Large lanais with expansive views
• Comfortable seating for 8+
• Gas BBQ
• Heated Jacuzzi® whirlpool spa

IDEAL LOCATION
• Short jaunt to Kiahuna Golf Club: 18-hole, par-70 course (designer: Robert Trent Jones), Paco’s Tacos Cantina—Mexican bar & grill, practice facilities, clubhouse & pro shop
• Short drive to other South Shore attractions (exquisite beaches, epic hikes, intriguing restaurants/food trucks, shopping, sightseeing, activities)
• An easy walk to The Shops at Kukui‘ula: casually upscale market¬place with restaurants, stores, boutiques & special events such as live Hawaiian music (Fridays) & the super-popular Culinary Market (Wednesdays)

TA-181-079-0912-01
GE-181-079-0912-01
TMK 4-2-8-03-113-2000

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,854 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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-181-079-0912-01, 428031132000, TA-181-079-0912-01

Property is also known as

2535-241765

About the area

Located in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. 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. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and Allerton Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. Visit our Koloa travel guide
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Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Beautiful rainbow at Baby beach.
    Baby Beach
    2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Sunset from the Beach House restaurant in Poipu, Kauai
    Lawai Beach
    3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Amazing, bold October sunset on Poipu Beach near the Kiahuna Plantation ... a wonderful place to create fun family memories ... #LifeAtExpedia
    Kiahuna Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Poipu Beach showing a sandy beach
    Poipu Beach
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kiahuna Golf Course
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brennecke's Beach Broiler
    6 min drive
  • Puka Dog
    6 min drive
  • Lappert's Hawaii
    6 min drive
  • Living Foods
    18 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches located?

Located in Poipu, this golf holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Shops at Kukuiula and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Poipu Beach. Poipu Shopping Village and Moir Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Hale Makani Nui: Sea-View Hilltop Villa Near Beaches Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is outstanding. It is a very high end property with beautiful lanai, kitchen, family room and bedrooms. The property is well maintained and very clean. All amenities needed for a weeks stay are included. I would highly recommend this property to others looking for a vacation rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was just perfect!

Loved the house, location, and island of Kauai!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday celebration

This house was the perfect place to celebrate my 60th birthday. It is absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed the lanai every morning and evening.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay

The property was a 10, the location and the view was a 10 and the outside living/deck was a 12. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Rest and Relaxation Escape!

Our family of 7 stayed here for 10 days and enjoyed every moment. The view from the lanai, the comfy beds and couches and the close proximity to Poipu Beach and Koloa… The house was stocked with everything we needed. And, the communication with the management company was excellent. They’d respond immediately. Highly recommend this place for a large family or several couples.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyse R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

The setup of the property was perfect for our group of 5 adults and 3kids. The neighborhood was quiet. The deck had spectacular rainbows in the morning and views of the ocean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Beautiful home

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: Home was beautiful and in a great location. Loved that main area could be opened and cross wind kept you cool. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Elpida T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EXCEPTIONAL!

My family and I enjoyed every moment of our stay in this beautiful home. The view from the lanai was spectacular. We even got to see a green flash with one of the sunsets… It’s location is absolutely perfect. You literally can walk to the beach and the neighborhood isimmensely
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hale Makani Nui Fantastic Stay

The home is stunning & our family thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Immaculate, well stocked including beach chairs & umbrellas. We enjoyed the hot tub and sunsets on the lanai & how close the shopping center was. Thank you, Wailani Kauai
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding trip

AMAZING!!! Better than expected!!! The home is GORGEOUS and is perfect in every way!! So much room and the rooms are spaced apart - so no noise at all!! The porch is to die for !! I could have just stayed at the house the entire trip !!!! So beautiful !! Will be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Paradise

We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The house is gorgeous, spacious, with a beautiful view in every direction. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet. We enjoyed the hot tub and found the beds were very comfortable. Everything was luxurious. We were a short walk from the beaches, and a short drive to fun food and coffee. The management team was extremely responsive when we needed some help. We would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impecable stay!

The house is beautiful and we didn’t want to leave! The living areas are airy, inviting, and comfortably accommodated our family. The bedrooms are cozy and restful, and the master bedroom in particular is wonderful. The large lanai is the star of the show and where we spent hours sipping coffee (and later, wine!), reading rooms, and playing games. The perfect vacation accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Thanks

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: Went well

10/10 Excellent

Ralph t., STATELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lived up to expectations

Wonderfully appointed four bedroom house on a golf course. Full sliding glass doors open up from the living area to the entire patio. Central location to Poipu and surrounding areas.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Hawaiian Home

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 rental experience. Wailani Management Company was attentive to our needs and our experience on the island was wonderful!

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip to Kauai

This house is awesome! Family of 4 with a 16 and 18 year old. They loved having their own rooms. Plenty of communal spaces for eating and relaxing. Hot tub on the Lanai in the evenings was great! Location was perfect for us. Close to beaches and restaurants and an easy day trip to the North Shore. Hosts were quick to reply to a minor issue that we had. Check in and check out was very easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hale Makani Nui

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Amazing sunset and ocean views from the kitchen, bedrooms, living room and balcony. AC was definitely appreciated in the humidity. Everything was clean, functioning and customer service was excellent. Close to activities, beaches, shopping, etc.

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO experience

Our trip to Kauai was storybook, in no small part to the home. The architecture, landscaping, and interior of the home was stunning, it was immaculately maintained, and located in a gorgeous and safe community. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything needed for cooking meals. The bedrooms had ample space and the bathrooms were perfect. The view from the balcony was the highlight of the home! This was, overall, the best VRBO home we've ever rented. I would highly recommend this home and would happily rent again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

Best stay ever!

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: Hard to say in words how this house brought us allTogether for our family reunion. The deck was the center of our connections and celebrating. And the management company was very responsive. We will come back. Mahalo and Aloha!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Awesome!!

Rating Details: 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: This is an amazing place. Easily slept and accommodated 8 adults. The Lanai is absolutely amazing. Located close to so many things. Sunsets and views from the lanai were great. In the a.m. and p.m. you can hear the waves. I’m highly recommend this property. Property management was also great. Thanks to the owners for sharing this beautiful place with others.

10/10 Excellent

Mem M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicest place we've stayed in Koloa

The house was large, well-supplied, and very comfortable. The great room had a breeze all day, and the connected lanai was wonderful for coffee in the quiet of the early mornings - not even too many roosters! The master suite was incredible with a firm bed that felt brand new. The little office on the main floor with computer hookups and a big leather chair to relax in just made the vacation for my husband. The rest of us enjoyed the breezy psithurism and the flower-laden scent of petrichor. I do need to mention the stairs, though. Yes, they were perfectly obvious in the photos so I can't say they were a surprise, but for several aging seniors, they really were quite a climb. Mahalo for a lovely holiday.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Paradise Found

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: Hale Makani Nui was the absolute perfect home for our Kauai stay. We are a family of 6 with 4 young adult children. The house and all of its details were great. True luxury living. For us the lanai off the living room was the feature that we most enjoyed, including the hot tub after long days away from the home. We traveled around the island quite a bit and found this location to be perfect, both for centrality to all things and proximity to great beaches and dozens of places to eat. I highly recommend this home and wouldn’t want to stay on Kauai again unless it was here.

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House!

Took the family to celebrate a 80th birthday for my father-in-law. The house was beautiful and a great location to the Poipu beaches. Only gripes were that since you are on the golf course, the lawn mowers and leaf blowers start at 7am, so bring ear plugs or play lots of white noise. The only other issue was the inside stairwell. Since the stairs and the floors are the same wood, 3 people out of our family of 6 missed the last step and fell within the first day. Ended up buying painters tape and marking the last step which ended all falling
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Treacy D.

Great Neighborhood and Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Overall a great house and would recommend. A few things to point out as we rent a lot of houses and have a second home. I would have more kitchen cooking accessories, make easier for a family of 5 (us) or larger to cook. Add cleaning supplies easy to find. If you are staying a place for 5 plus days you want to keep it up! and if your signature picture includes a fire pit, one would assume you can use the fire pit. is it safety issue? anyway thought the feedback would help
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindee S.

Family vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: This was a trip we originally booked in 2020 but due to Covid and family schedules it was delayed 4 years!!! We finally made it to the beautiful island and were so very lucky to have found this wonderful home. First of all the views off the deck where we spent the majority of our time are spectacular, the deck was so special and the entire family loved it. The only complaints we have are the main room/kitchen not having AC made it a little uncomfortable in the afternoons and if we cooked anything in the oven. The bedrooms were perfect for our family ( only suggestion would be to have a tv available in all main bedrooms ). The home is absolutely amazing and we would definitely stay again during the cooler months. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024