SURFERS DREAM STUDIO
Apartment in Makaha, HI
2 guests ¡ 1 bedroom ¡ 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this apartment rental
SURFERS DREAM! Private Comfortable Studio with private entrance, King Size Bed and comfortable amenities with a private deck and Outdoor Shower. This Studio is walking distance to one of Oahu's Most Beautiful Beaches on West Side and is located in a Private quiet neighborhood, across the street from some of the best sunsets in the world. BONUS! The Owner has his own surf school business and is a local Native Hawaiian with extensive island knowledge.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Map of Makaha, HI
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Reviews
5.0
Excellent hosts, easy going and chill to work with. Come with a golden đ
Simple/minimal room attached to garage, backyard deck with great star viewing at night. Great semi isolated beaches nearby.
5.0
Our stay was great! And the communication with the host really easy, itâs a really nice place !
5.0
This place was great. Danny and Michelle were the best hosts. Their place was clean, we had everything we needed and itâs close to beautiful beaches. Definitely recommend.
3.0
Most important: From the beginning my partner was killing roaches and I feel terrible because I was dismissive, saying it's like FL, there are roaches that come and go. I didn't look until later and they were German roaches. German roaches are the only kind I would not want to bring home, they are infestation pests unlike other roaches. The last two nights we also saw a mouse. We kept our food closed and on the counter. The mouse seems to be living in the dresser structure. Danny was notified and provided a mouse trap.
Danny and his girlfriend were very nice but were nonchalant about the things we noticed, roaches, mouse, things not drying in the bathroom.
Communication: Danny texted me the day of check in. He is very communicative and friendly.
Location: Quiet, beautiful rocky shore with tide pools behind the neighborhood, walking distance to sandy beach. We liked being away from the major tourist areas. There are many homeless camps nearby. Plan accordingly when exploring the island.
Amenities: This room potentially has a ton of amenities! But you will probably need to ask about them. We requested shampoo/conditioner. Washer/dryer is located in Danny's home. Entrance to the room is inside his garage.
The room: This room needs updated photos. My partner is very tidy and noted the grout color, bathroom smelled musty, lizard poop on the blinds. He sanitized everything prior to us using it.
Danny/his gf were made aware of all of the above during our stay.
5.0
Dani was very nice and knowledgeable about local spots. We were looking for a place away from heavy tourist areas and this was perfect. Beautiful beaches and a state park nearby.
5.0
This studio was perfect for the long week and had everything we needed. Even had everything to cook with which was awesome! Danny is great and gave us lots of recommendations of things to do on the island!
5.0
My daughter and her husband was very please. The host was amazing! The room was great! Very pleased
5.0
Danny is an awesome host. We did surf lessons with him as well as staying at his place and we really enjoyed our time. Easy going, friendly, and helpful.
5.0
Danny was great! Great host and easy to communicate with, canât say enough. All though I couldnât stay the whole reservation, I appreciated everything Danny did for my wife and I when I was his guest. Thank you again!
5.0
Perfect for our stay. Super comfortable and clean. West Oahu is an interesting area, but Dannyâs home is in a beautiful neighborhood. We absolutely loved that it was not commercial or crowded. Very peaceful. Danny was a spectacular host. Answered all of our questions, provided fantastic recommendations, plus, interesting and fun to talk with and hang out with. It felt like we were staying with old friends. Danny owns a surf school and invited us to take lessons one day. That was not on our agenda, but ended up being a huge highlight of our trip. 10 out of 10 recommend. We would definitely stay here again. Mahalo For your kindness and graciousness.
5.0
A great location far from the tourist hordes, and a fabulous host made this feel like home. We loved the local feel and the family friendly beach (walking distance) which was mostly uncrowded in early April. Danny goes out of his way to be accommodating and helpful and we'll definitely stay here again when we make it back to Oahu.
5.0
Safe, quiet, relaxing, and surf lessons of you want. Highly recommend. â¤ď¸
5.0
If you are not fussy there is everything you need indeed.
Birds were singing in the distance before dark like at no other place . Large back yard was pleasure to look at and exclusively for us. The host Daniel was very helpful. His dog was the best behaved dog I 've seen. His black cat was coming to stay near us and like the dog was friendly. West Oahu has the best beaches.
I did some swimming and free diving at the Makaha caverns nearby and was pleased to see more turtles and fish that I remember from 10- 15 years ago. Even small sharks were cruising at 35-40 feet deep.
My wife and I can't surf but watching the locals and specially the young kids do it was amazing.
We enjoyed walks before sunset . Sometimes the sunset would be so beautiful. There is a lot to see if you are into unspoiled nature.
5.0
We are a couple who stayed at Danny's place for 6 nights and we would stay there again! We much appreciated the tranquility, safety, and beautiful uncrowded beaches of the neighborhood. The air-conditioned studio gives access to an outdoor terrace where we enjoyed sunny breakfasts and stargazing with Reef and Midnight, the owner's very friendly pets. We also really appreciated the closed garage space for our car rental.
Most of all, Danny was very welcoming and responsive: he gave us access to beach gear (chairs, towels) and provided many local tips for restaurants (Coquito's, The Beach House by 604) and island activities. On top of all this, he is an awesome surf instructor and in no time we were up on the boards enjoying the waves in Pokai Bay! The souvenir video, filmed by a drone, was an amazing highlight of our trip. Thank you Danny for being such a great host!
5.0
We were here for the second time. Was nice and comfortable.
4.0
Danny is super nice and very friendly! Every recommendation he gave us (The Beach House for lunch, Kaâena Park for a hike, Country Cafe for breakfast) was fantastic! We were able to take a surf lesson with him on our last day of our stay, which was AMAZING.
An honest description of the property; it is a room built into/onto his garage so we had 3 cockroaches and 2 lizards (that we saw) crawling around the room⌠Everything else was clean. The room had a stocked little kitchenette, which was perfect. Dannyâs neighborhood was quiet and safe, but getting to it was a little questionable (itâs not Dannyâs fault, I just wished someone had given us a heads up about parts of the west side of the island).
5.0
Daniel very helpful
5.0
We loved staying at the Surfers Dream Studio! Danny is a great host and provided us with plenty of useful tips and information. We got to watch a surf competition within a few minutes walking distance from the place, while still enjoying the quiet neighborhood of the house.
It is not a huge apartment, but it has everything you need and Danny is always willing to help and make your stay perfect. We also did a surf lesson with him and also rented his boards on the following day! It's indeed a surfers dream studio!
5.0
Great, relaxing, peaceful place to stay! Would definitely stay again!
5.0
We stayed five nights at Dannyâs apartment and really enjoyed our time here. The apartment is good equipped, everything we need was there (fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, towels etc). If anything is may missing for you, Iâm sure you can just ask Danny - he always strive to make our stay as comfortable as possible.
The patio and Dannyâs garden is really nice, with two sun chairs and an umbrella. There are a lot of birds singing. There is also an outdoor shower. The bed is really comfortable. You can open all windows and doors so there is a nice breeze. Also you can hear the waves when laying in the bed.
Danny is a really cool and helpful guy and have a surf school. He was always there when we had questions and gave us recommendations and even show us around. His dog Reef and his cats are really cute and handsome, we absolutely enjoyed the cuddling and playing time with them.
We could park our car in Dannyâs garage which is really great. Also Danny gave us sun chairs for the beach - awesome!
The area of the apartment is in a good neighbourhood, we always felt safe. There are some foodtrucks, supermarkets, gas stations etc. not far away and also a bus station in the street. Donât miss the live music events at the beach house by 608. Also you can walk to the next beach. You can see wales, dolphins and seals here at the east coast - were were really lucky. In general, we would recommend a rental car for Oahu.
Thank you again Danny, all the best for you!
5.0
Dannyâs place is clean, comfortable and chill. He is a good host who is communicative and really wants you to enjoy your visit. This attached unit has what you need for basic meal prep, sleeping and washing up. We loved the outdoor shower and evenings on the private deck after our days of exploring. Nice beach is a short walk and the neighborhood is safe.
We wish we had extra time to experience more of the local culture. Happy New Year, Everyone.
5.0
Danny's spot is comfortable and a 3 minute walk to a great beach park. Danny is so nice - he gave us some great recommendations, offered us a surf lesson (which we'll accept next time!), and was a genuine friend to us while we were on the island. Highly recommend this spot, esp. for surfers/explorers just looking for a spot to crash :)
5.0
We really enjoyed our time at Danny's accommodation. It was perfect for a weekend. The beach is only 5 minutes away and you can see the best sunsets there! The communication with Danny was super easy and we loved his cute dog "Reef"! The surfing lesson was also very successful. Thank you for everything.
5.0
We had 4 nights in Oahu- in makaha. You stay in Dannyâs studio behind the Garage, his doors are always open and the neighborhood is really calm and friendly. You can hear the waves from his little balcony from the studio. There is a big green backyard and Reef, his golden retriever, is an angel. He spend most time with us. We really felt in love and miss him! Danny is a cool guy who is there for you when you need something. He went surfing with us and gave us useful tips for restaurants and so on. The studio isnât luxury but it is a nice stay with a character. You can use his bodyboards, beachchairs and umbrellas. So thereâs everything you need for stay in Oahu. We would choose it again! Tanja & Dustin
5.0
Beautiful back patio with lovely garden to enjoy. The host was personable and communicative. Highlights were seeing the goats on the back hillside on a walk from the beach, the sunset on the West side, and Reef (the friendly, retriever who co-hosts). We got to experience one night of rain storm and the birds in the morning really sound like a meditation track afterwards. 10/10 would book again.
5.0
Comfortable low key environment in a nice neighborhood. Dannyâs a fantastic host and Reefâs a pleasure to have around. Had a great time.
5.0
Good location within walking distance of a beach for a very reasonable price. Ka'ena Point and the Pink Pillbox are nearby for hikers, and we took a surf lesson with Danny's crew, which was a fantastic experience for two beginners. The owner was helpful and easy to contact. We would stay here again.
5.0
Had a great time!
5.0
Danny is a great host from the area that can recommend fun things to do and will also take you surfing! Highly recommend surf classes, itâs a fun and easy day on the water.
3.0
The price was very fair, especially for Hawaii. The host was helpful and the location was good for us. But the room was a bit tired and could use some paint and deep cleaning. If you are a surfer guy the place is a bargain. But for a couple it may not be the best choice.
5.0
The little Makaha studio was perfect for us. It contained everything we needed and was right near our ohana on the west side of the island.
5.0
My husband and I loved our stay with Danny! The studio is a perfect base for day trips, the bed was nice and firm (exactly how we like it, we slept like babies), and we really enjoyed getting to know Danny, Malacai, and Reef a bit during our time there. Be sure to sign up for some surf lessons with Westside Surfing, too - my hubs and I were both absolute newbies but Danny and Malacai had us surfing in no time. What a treat!
5.0
We had such an Amazing time! Danny was so accommodating. Always available to give great recommendations. He made our stay very relaxed and easy. He even gave my son and his friend surfing lessons one day. We loved his friendly dog, Reef. This area was just what I needed away from the hustle and bustle of the city! I will definitely stay here anytime I visit Hawaii again.
5.0
Danny is awesome and chill! Even tho we arrived a bit later than expected at about 8 or 8:30 pm, he was outside to greet and welcome us and give us a quick rundown! It is a little cozy, but that was expected and it was nice for my wife and I on our honeymoon. This spot on the island is good for some hikes, long days at the beach without a ton of people. Danny also helped us surf! We had never even tried anything like it, but even so we were both able to stand up on a board!
4.0
Daniel was a really kind host with a lovely home, not far from some fantastic beaches and lovely walks. He and his gorgeous dog, Reef, made us really welcome and we also had a great surfing lesson with him. Makaha feels more Hawaiian and a lot less touristy weâre so glad we went to the West and spent a couple of days here. We were a British mum and teenage daughter travelling together and having read mixed reviews on the area werenât sure what to expect but Daniel was great and we felt really comfortable staying in his home. Thank you Daniel and Reef for a fantastic Hawaiian experience.
5.0
We've used VRBO numerous times and this one ranks at the top. Wonderful experience with a great host. Danny treated us like family and his easy going laid back attitude even gave us the confidence to try surfing for the first time. Never thought we'd attempt it at our age but so happy and excited we gave it a shot. Great host and surf instructor. Would definitely stay with him again. Additional thanks to his friend Jay for the drone footage of our surfing attempt.
Mahalo Danny for your aloha spirit
3.0
On residential property of owner, off of his garage area. Nice neighborhood, but general mahaka area has a lot of homeless people and itâs pretty run down. Owner is very social, and Iâm not used to having social contact with Vrbo owners, or traveling alone, so that was kind of anxiety provoking. Otherwise I spent a vast amount of time with family on the island and came in late to the room/with good communication with the owner.
5.0
Danny and Reef were great hosts. We loved our two night stay.
5.0
Danny is not only a great surfing instructor but also an excellent and communicative host. He gave wonderful hiking and restaurant recommendations. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Danny is the host with the most! Enjoyed every second of our stay. We love Danny! Room had everything we needed, plus a private beautiful patio. Just a quick walk to the beach!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Makaha?
The average price for a rental in Makaha is $304 per night. This rental is $47 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at SURFERS DREAM STUDIO. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didnât find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is SURFERS DREAM STUDIO pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at SURFERS DREAM STUDIO?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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