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Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!!

Beachfront condo with kitchen and patio

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
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TV, DVD player, books, music library
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Welcome to Kuhio Shores 106, where you can immerse yourself in a serene oceanfront retreat on Kauai's sunny south shore. This condo boasts floor-to-ceiling windows offering spectacular ocean views and sounds, native artwork, shell collections and handcrafted koa woodwork throughout. With direct access to the beach from the lanai and nearby snorkeling spots like Ho'ai bay, this haven provides endless opportunities for relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!!

On Kauai's sunny south shore. Floor to ceiling windows on the lanai, for the full width of the condo facing spectacular ocean views and sounds, on the side of Kuhio Shores where the giant sea turtles hang-out, with the lanai facing the trade-winds for constant comfort. Steeped in ultra warm hawaiian decor with Koa wood and etched glass and Hawaiian art, and walking directly out to the ocean from the lanai make 106 is the "best of the best" Kuhio Shores offers.

Oyster says: "the only hotel this close to the water on all of Kauai"... It's not a hotel, but I believe the rest is correct.

Our condo is distinctive with its beautiful native artwork, shell collections, handcrafted koa woodwork throughout (cabinets, bar, trim... those who know woodwork have been amazed at the extraordinary workmanship), handcrafted etched glass and mirrors, Hawaiian style decor with a Hawaiian CD mix that provides you with a relaxing environment inducing the aloha spirit. Our condo takes you back to the time when the tropics were truly a remote adventure.

You will probably not find any residence on Kaua'i with this much Koa woodwork. Contractors have expressed amazement at the the woodworking. Add the island scenes in the etched glass and other artwork for a unique one-of-a-kind island experience.

Open the windows and listen to the ocean waves lull you to sleep.

Why settle for less than direct access to the beach? From the upper floors, beach access is through the elevators then through the parking lot... while we have direct ocean access from one of the largest lanai's at Kuhio Shores.... where you can spread-out onto the immaculately kept lawn extending towards the ocean and enjoy unconfined ocean access. Where else are you going to find the ocean at such a great price with all the comforts of home?

Located steps from the beach, Kuhio Shores provides snorkeling, scuba, surfing, swimming, biking, sunning, and beachcombing without having to get in your car or even cross the street. You are five minutes away from famous Po'ipu Beach and old Koloa town; with excellent shopping and restaurants. Spouting Horn and the National Tropical Botanical Gardens are less than 5 minutes down the road. Kukui'ula Village (restaurants and shopping) is a five minute walk.

(Note that I'm getting booking requests for winter >24 months in advance, so have blocked those dates currently, and give priority to repeat guests. Come August/September (16 months ahead), I'll solidify that schedule, and open what remains for all.)

Kuhio Shores 106 is a great location! This one bedroom (plus a couch-bed), one bath, unit will be your home away from home.

Ho'ai bay, right off the lanai, is known as some of the best snorkeling on Kauai. Snorkel with the turtles and the colorful tropical fish, just steps away from the lanai (watch the video above, snorkeling with the turtles off the condo).

From the lanai you can enjoy the view across to the Ha'upu mountain range, or the sunrise on the bay, or looking out onto the ocean, watching the waves, sailing ships, dolphins jumping, or whales breaching in the distance, and the near constant stream of turtles that come within 20' of your feet to the edge of the bay to feed... all relaxing from your lounge on the lanai, sipping your morning coffee.

The lanai faces East, so the lanai is shaded from the afternoon sun, and the ocean trade winds from the East keep the condo nice and cool year round.

Kuhio Shores 106 provides the following amenities:

o Ground floor for easy beach access
o Netflix on-demand streaming video
o King bed in the bedroom
o Queen hide-a-bed in the living room
o Fully Equipped kitchen with Kashmir granite counter tops
o Plantation shutters across the lanai for privacy with ocean sounds and breeze
o Koa wood shutters in the bedroom
o Hawaiian style decor with etched art designed mirrors and glass
o Double shower head
o High speed internet access
o Stereo and CD player with built in wall speakers
o Two cable TVs one with VCR/DVD combo, one with DVD/Blu-Ray player
o Movie, CD, and Book collection
o Beach gear (ice chest, boogie board, beach chairs and mats, beach towels, and umbrella)
o Shared washer and dryer on every floor
o Shared, well-kept, barbeque grills

If more than 2 guests, please contact us via email to be sure you can fit your group comfortably (use the "send mail" option below the "request to book" option in the upper right-hand corner, and realize you'll immediately receive an auto-reply from HomeAway, seemingly from us, with a "book it now" request, before we'll be able to reply).

See our links below for more great pictures of the condo plus a virtual tour. Oops: they've removed all my links. Contact me for more info.

Keywords: Kaua'i, Kauai, Po'ipu, Poipu, Koloa, Beach, Snorkeling, Diving, Surfing, Turtles, Whales, Dolphins, Hiking, Shopping, Kitchen, Internet, Hawaii, South, leeward, Jungle, Napali, Quiet, Isolated, Private, Parking, Ground-Level, Views, Waimea Canyon, Koke'e State Park, Kalalau Valley, Wai'ale'ale, Waialeale, Namolokama, Honopu, Kukui'ula, Kukuiula, Ho'ai bay, Hoai bay

Hawaii State Tax ID (required for all short term rentals):GE-115-221-2992-01 and TA-115-221-2992-01

Note a new law to hike taxes will go into effect starting January 2026, but we won't be able to charge those taxes until it's signed into law.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Rules

See FAQ for additional rules.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No childproofing

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ground Floor Direct Access Beach Kauai's Sunny South Side A/c

About the neighborhood

Map
Poipu, HI

What's nearby

  • Prince Kuhio Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lawai Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Baby Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Tropical Botanical Garden - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Poipu Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lappert's Hawaii - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Living Foods - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Poipu condo building is steps from Prince Kuhio Park and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Poipu Beach. Lawai Beach and Baby Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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Spectacular Floor-To-Ceiling Ocean View, Ground Floor For Direct Ocean Access!!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 173 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Wonderful condo

This was a great place to stay. Loved, loved the location. Condo had everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lamthao P.

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

Appreciation

Chris is absolutely a super host, he provided lots of detailed, helpful information before and during our trip which made me feel welcome to the island. The condo is clean, with safety equipment in the bathroom and beautiful view in the lanai. The location closes to nice restaurants, nice beaches, and activities in the South shore. If I come back to Kauai in the future, I won't hesitate to book his condo again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal L.

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

Wonderful stay

Loved being by the water and the communication with the host went above expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcie M.

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

Kuhio shores

The property was fantastic. The location was great and close to everything that we wanted to do. Chris, the property owner was very easy to communicate with and had everything set up nicely in a booklet.Will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie S.

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

Great Location

Love being able to look out and see and hear the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

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

Great condo

Very nice condo, clean, nicely decorated. Host was great--provided good communication and a lot of good info about the condo and the island. Great experience. 5-star rating on everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Great Retirement Trip

this condo meet all of our needs; Chris was great and resolved all issues within his control.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great water view

Freshly painted and easy access this property was a nice spot to relax. Beach House restaurant is right next door. walking path. House was well equipped with beach chairs, boogie boards, towels and a cooler. Manager was helpful and easy to talk to. checked in with us to be sure we had everything we needed. great packet for recs around the area. would stay here again. nice hawaiian art as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Oct in Poipu

Enjoyed our stay in Poipu. Beautiful condo, well-equipped; Recommend highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful Ocean Condo

The property was well maintained, clean and beautifully decorated with a Hawaiian theme. The views were spectacular and exceeded our expectations. The property manager kept in touch, and provided detailed information about the condo, local restaurants and attractions. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Red Wing USA

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

Spectacular!

Everything about this place was spectacular. One of the best things we appreciated was the owner’s attention to detail and willingness to advise us on what to do/where to go. We followed his advice and experienced things we would not have done otherwise. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will F.

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

Spectacular view

Can’t imagine a better view of the coast. We left the door and windows open to listen to the surf all night long. We saw many turtles just a few yards from the patio every day. Highly recommend this for nature lovers. Communication was excellent as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbra H.

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

Perfect vacation spot

The lanai offers a perfect vantage point to enjoy the sunrises in the mornings then throughout the day you’ll find the sea turtles feeding in the bay. The condo was neat, clean, and very comfortable to relax in, while the centralized location made it easy to explore different beaches - some within walking distance and others just minutes away. The owners were very responsive! Chris shared a wealth of information about the island before our trip and made sure all our questions were answered. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna H., Atlanta

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

Perfect ocean front property

We loved the condo (all of the little things included were really helpful, like beach chairs and hiking sticks) and condo complex. Wonderful southern Kauai location, just minutes from unobstructed sunrise or sunset views, or juat stay on the property to watch either come up/go down over just a small sliver of island. Awesome sea turtle watching location. Surfing most evenings on the beach house side of the complext. I can't say enough good things about the property and its location.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can I say? This was our first trip to Kauai and I’m so grateful I found this property and that it was available. When we walked in we were first greeted with Hawaiian music playing and a breathtaking view from our lanai! The bed was very comfortable once we removed the pillow top and although I found the pillows too hard for my liking, using the pillows from the living room worked just fine. Speaking of the living room…the furniture was incredibly comfy. Chris was very helpful at answering all our questions prior to our visit that had nothing to do with the condo itself but Instead with recommendations on the best date to book a snorkel trip to the Nepali coast due to weather/water conditions. He didn’t steer us wrong because the captain of our boat said had we booked earlier the water conditions were much more choppy than the day we went. Sitting on the lanai was so relaxing and beautiful that we actually spent our last afternoon hanging out and enjoying the view, the birds, the turtles and the occasional local surfers who would walk by on their way to the point where every evening a slew of them would gather. The closet is completely stocked with Tommy Bahamas sand chairs, beach umbrella, beach towels, snorkeling masks/fins and a cooler plus more beach goodies we didn’t use like boogie boards and camp chairs. He even had a couple full size rain umbrellas! I highly recommend staying here and if we should return to Kauai, I already know where we’ll stay!
Afternoon hanging on our lanai
Flowers picked from parking lot.
Fresh mango, pineapple and apple banana for breakfast!
Waimea Canyon
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

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

Our second week on Kauai

Very nice spacious condo. This was just our second week on the island. First week was with the whole family. This was as advertised. Out the lanai and there was the waves. Great snorkeling on the other side of unit. 10 minutes walk to shopping and all sorts of food. For us this area was a bit full of people. While there were waves there was also cars and people always near by all the time. For the price this was a perfect stay, close to all south shore has to offer without the resort fees and families everywhere.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

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

Exemplary Stay!

My wife and I enjoyed eight (8) nights at the condo. The owner was exceptionally responsive from the date of reservation through the day of check-out. He provided an insightful PDF of ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ with ‘General Information’ about the unit, ‘Guest Service Information,’ and ‘Emergency Information.’ I made an itinerary for our eight days on the island, sent it to the owner, and he validated/recommended revisions the majority of the items I outlined for each day – something no other VRBO owner has ever offered…exemplary! The king bed was comfortable. We used the A/C unit in the bedroom periodically to lower the humidity, otherwise the airflow through the unit kept the unit sufficiently cool. There are dozens of hangars in the closet. The refrigerator’s icemaker was a great benefit. We cooked half our dinners at the condo – everything in the kitchen worked well. We loved seeing all the turtles immediately outside the condo’s lanai. The unit owner provided great insights to parking – we successfully evaded the ‘parakeet poop bombing’ each night. The location of the condo is phenomenal – we used the unit as a ‘hub’ to ‘spoke’ out to every part of the island, west, south, east, and even two days driving to the north shore. We would definitely stay at this unit again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia a., Baltimore, MD

Perfect Place to Stay in Poipu

My fiancee and I stayed in 106 for one week while we toured the island. We did over 40 miles of hiking during that week, to include the Kalalau Trail and various hikes in Waimea Canyon. The condo was an ideal location for anyone looking to hike, snorkel, play on the beach or in the ocean, or to simply relax. The condo has every item you could possibly need to make your stay enjoyable, to include a fully equipped kitchen, and various odds and ends you would want for the beach. The location is ideal, as you can walk to one of the main shopping centers in Poipu, yet you have an ideal snorkel location right outside your door that is relatively isolated. You are guaranteed to see sea turtles from the patio, and if you leave the door open you can hear the ocean while you sleep. As it is a ground-level location, random people will walk by the patio during the day, but there were relatively few and it was not an issue for us. The complex itself is nice because it's relatively small and very well maintained. My last visit to Kauai I stayed in a Marriott hotel room, and I will never make that mistake again. The benefits of having your own living space, combined with an amazing view, make staying in 106 an obvious chocie for my next visit. Chris was a true professional in all his correspondence and financial transactions with me, and it was honestly a pleasure to coordinate with him.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

A wonderful stay on Kaua’i

The location, cleanliness, amenities, and view were perfect! The owner (Chris) was extremely helpful and communicative. The king bed was so very comfortable. We enjoyed using the boogie boards and beach chairs during our stay as well! Our two daughters slept on the pullout couch without any issues! It was plenty of space for the 4 of us. We even experienced a tsunami warning while we were on the island and Chris immediately reached out to give us locations that were high enough for safety. We would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with an excellent set up for you once you arrive, the hosts were available for all inquiries. We highly recommend this listing for a dream vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great. It would be better without kids. Loved the old school vhs player.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K.

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

Fabulous condo in the best part of Kauai!

This is an amazing condo at an excellent facility. The condo is updated and beautifully decorated with interesting Hawaiian artwork. The host, Chris, is super helpful and communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Wonderful condo and location

This condo was even better than expected. Trust me, you will love it. Chris has everything you will need and even things you didn’t know you needed. We throughly enjoyed our week! The only thing missing from this location is a better beach but Lawa’i beach does have good snorkeling and other beaches are just a short drive away. I loved the sunrises and sunsets and shopping and dining is a short walk up the road. Mahalo Chris!
View from lanai
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Amazing!

The property was clean and beautifully decorated in island theme with well manicured grounds and a comfortable bed. The lanai opens to a sunrise and the sound of waves. What a view! We sat and looked at it for hours, coffee in the morning and wine at night.Walk around the corner of the building and watch the sunset. Probably about 30 or 40 feet from the ocean! Great Snorkeling, lots of turtles, beaches, shopping, all kinds of food options minutes away. The host is amazing, helpful, and responsive. We will definitely come back. I wish I could give a 5 1/2 star rating!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

As advertised

We really enjoyed our two weeks here. Everything about the property lived up to all the detailed descriptions and positive reviews. we particularly enjoyed the beautiful sunrises with the east facing ocean exposure. That made it impossible not to be “up and at em” early every glorious tropical morning. We made good use of all the outdoor equipment, particularly the beach, chairs, towels, and the handy cooler (crucial for a perfect beach day on tunnels beach… A highlight of the trip). Chris himself is fairly unique for a host. He was like having a constantly available concierge. I would ask a question or request a recommendation, check back in 10 minutes, and there would be a thoughtful, detailed answer. Thanks for all the good tips and for taking a real interest in our vacation Chris! We will definitely try to stay here again if we are fortunate enough to return to Kauai one day. Mahalo!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025