The whole process went very smoothly

The condo unit was exactly as described in the listing. The owner was easy to communicate with and quick to respond to our concerns. The ocean waves crashed feet from our 2nd floor lanai and the expansive sandy beach was just a few more feet. Whale sightings, seals, sea turtles and dolphins were all seen from the lanai as were sunrises over the mountain, rainbows, and sunsets. The beach is perfect for surfing, snorkeling and playing. The location on the west side of the island is more laid back and quiet than other high tourist areas. The grounds and the pool were well maintained with tropical plants and trees. A winning stay!

This was my 3rd stay at Makaha Shores, unit 211 by far the best. Less than 20' to the ocean, you become emotionally part of it. I spent two months in this unit and in that much time the ocean becomes something else to a person. Selwyn is a great guy, easy to talk to and more than helpful. The unit has pretty much everything you need and no shortage of fans (the blowy kind)! Lanai is huge with a unobstructed view of ocean at one end to a view of Makaha Beach Park at the other. Surfers galore and waves that will humble you. The complex has a fabulous heated pool, elevator, laundry and grills all within arms reach (well, almost). The property is incredibly well maintained, the staff is friendly and VERY hard working. Thanks Sel, I hope to drop by again!

Fall asleep to the sound of waves, and wake up to watch the fishermen and the surfers while you sip coffee on your wrap around lanai. Makaha Beach is one of the best on the island - with beautiful blue, warm water. Explore the tidepools as they spread to the north of the condo. (I saw a small octopus there!) Take an evening stroll on the beach, heading south to the point, where we saw turtles playing in the crashing waves. If you want to explore Waikiki, but don't want to fight the traffic and pay to park, take The Bus that's conveniently located close by. ($2 senior day pass!) The condo is small, with a sliding door for the bedroom, but it has everything you'll need, and more, to enjoy all that Makaha has to offer.

Can't beat the location for the views. I've already booked again for next year!

What a great place to stay. We spent New Years Eve and all of January in this awesome unit. Every morning we woke up to the view from our bed of the surfers riding the waves and the boats carrying the snorkelers to the reef in front of our building. Every evening we watched the whales spouting and breaching and the sunsets from our lanai. Beautiful beach just steps away from our building where we could spend time relaxing on the beach chairs that are supplied in the condo. This unit has pretty much all you need to enjoy a vacation at the beach. There are lovely views all around you from the large lanai, including the ocean, the sandy beach and the mountains behind you. Great base to set out on easily attainable routes to anywhere you want to go on the island. The heated salt water pool was great for days when the surf was too rough for us amateur swimmers to use and nice to have happy hour and meet new friends. Sel was a very easily reached and most welcoming host. Thanks for sharing your condo with us, we will certainly stay here again next time we're back in Oahu.

Really loved the place. Right on the beach.

Wir haben zu zweit 6 wunderbare Wochen im Appartement von Selwyn verbracht und uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Alles im Appartement ist so wie beschrieben, Selwyn ist ein sehr guter Gastgeber, jederzeit erreichbar und sehr hilfsbereit. Auch das Management der Anlage war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich, ebenso die Eigentümer anderer Appartements, die wir kennengelernt haben. Unser Lieblingsplatz war der große Balkon mit dem fantastischen Ausblick auf den Strand und die Berge und das Meer direkt davor. Wir haben an unserem Strand Schildkröten,Hawaiian Monk Seals aus direkter Nähe und sogar Delphine beobachten können. Ebenfalls empfehlenswert ist die Unterwasserwelt, ein Paradies zum Schnorcheln. Makaha ist der richtige Ort, wenn man fernab vom Trubel Ruhe und Erholung sucht, absolut empfehlenswert!!!

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Like all the other reviews , I have to agree that this is a great place to rent. The view is unbelievable from this condo. You will have everything you need for a comfortable vacation. It is exactly as you see it in the pictures, you will find everything you need in the kitchen, the bed and furniture are clean and comfortable. The patio has two comfy loungers, table and chairs for your meals. It also comes with two brand new Tommy Bahamas folding beach chairs, one new folding beach lounger, a new beach umbrella and an assortment of beach toys. On our first day, Chad, one of the care taker showed us all around the building and explained pretty much all we need to know. If you have been to all of the attractions that Oahu has to offer and you just want to rest and enjoy the beach with a good book, this is the best place that I can recommend. We spent many hours watching whales and spinner dolphins in front of our patio. If you want to visit all the attraction the H1 is about half an hour away . We actually can't wait to come back and this is the only unit we would consider. If you get the chance don't miss out on it. We were here in February and got to see the Buffalo Big Board competition right in front of us. Selwyn is a great guy who is easy to contact and fun to chat with. He also plays the ukulele pretty good. Mahalo Selwyn for everything. Denis and Linda

Meine Frau, unsere 10 Monate alte Tochter und ich haben einen Monat in den Makaha Shores verbringen dürfen. Abseits des Trubels konnten wir perfekt entspannen. Supermärkte, kleine Restaurants und Fastfood Ketten sind wenige Autominuten entfernt. Ein Auto sollte hier auf jedenfall sein! Das Appartement macht von Anfang an einen super Eindruck, der Ausblick und Balkon sind phänomenal! Meeresrauschen und Surfer direkt vorm Schlafzimmer. Auch Delfine konnten wir beobachten. Der Strand ist direkt nebenan und u.a über den Komplex zu erreichen. Die Anlage ist sauber und gepflegt. Die Manager machen einen super Job und sind stets hilfsbereit. Auch die Nachbarschaft, ein Mix aus Eigentümern und Urlaubern, ist ausgewogen. Alle waren sehr freundlich. Der Aufenthalt mit Kleinkind war ideal. Der Pool war für unsere kleine perfekt, wenn die Wellen zu stark waren. Sel, der Eigentümer, war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Alles in allem uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen. Wir werden gerne wieder kommen. Mahalo

We had a gorgeous time at this codo. Spend on the lanai all the day, never tired of looking at the view. Waves, skies, mountains, swimmers, surfers, anglers, fishes...sea turtles! Have a Breakfast, lunch & dinner had at lanai, it’s just like an exclusive restaurant!(no matter what I made) The owner & residential manager were very kind &helpful. Highly recommended! We want to go again!!

This place is like "beautiful picture". I don't need anything without this. If you have chance to stay this place, you must get it.

This was our first visit to the West Shore of Oahu. The condo was clean & comfortable with a Million $$ view. Makaha Beach is steps away for swimming, snorkeling & surfing. The complex was very secure & clean & included laundry facilities & very nice pool area. This area is not for the typical tourist but if you have a sense of adventure & love a peaceful, less crowded environment this is for you. We checked Trip Advisor for Waianae restaurants and were able to find a few in the area we liked. We traveled all over the island planning our trips outside the busier traffic times. We definitely recommend this condo & would certainly stay again.

The owner provided excellent communication via email, telephone and fax as required to facilitate our booking, our stay and our closing of a one month vacation. The unit is in the last large condo unit on the north west coast of Oahu. My husband and I found the unit more than large enough for our needs. The kitchen was recently upgraded. The queen size bed was comfortable. The balcony is exceptionally large and offers spectacular views of the waves rolling on to the shore. Daily we enjoyed our favourite beverage watchings surfers and divers. We had the opportunity to watch whales on the horizon and several times we saw dolphins jumping in the distance. Security in the building was excellent. The residential manager was helpful. Groceries were available within a three mile drive. Surf boards could be rented locally. Golf was great at Makaha Valley CC. We played through Golf Now to get discounts. The residents were a mix of local folks and vacationers. All of us enjoyed the heated salt water pool. There are a number of small local restaurants, but generally this is a quiet hidden away location. It is about an hour from Pearl City and Honolulu due to traffic conjestion on the island. However, if you want to experience the Hawaii that you have seen in old movies, then this is the place. We would recommend it highly to anyone not looking for crowds and noise. This may not be the ideal place for young adults looking for night life as it is very quiet after 9 p.m. You will definitely need a rental car. There is a bus service, known as THE BUS. The service runs regularly, but timing can be inconsistent. We managed to see the entire island by scheduling our trips around the traffic reports. Several shopping excursions were made to local malls. We also found the dryness associated with this side of the island as an advantage to rain associated with the windward side. On the rare occasions when it did rain briefly, we could see beautiful rainbows in the valley behinds us, that led to the mountains that are only a few miles away. We hope to return at some point. The unit facilitated one of our best vacation experiences. Grab a few trip books, and plan to relax at the condo, and drive out to see the island and all its beauty.

This condo on the west shore has a view and location second to none. It is located on a prime surfing beach on the west shore. You both a great sunrise view over the mountains and sunset view over the ocean. One can sit on the lanai with a glass of wine and get a private view of the green flash at sunset. One is so close to the ocean you can hear surfers. One also has very good whale watching from the lanai. One gets sun all day long on the lanai. The condo is nicely furnished with a surfer beach cottage motiffe. It has an amply stocked kitchen with nice granite counter tops and modern appliances. The living area has comfortable tropical furniture. The bedroom has a sliding door between bedroom and living area. The lanai can be accessedm from living area or bedroom. The grounds and the pool are very well maintained. The owner goes above and beyond to make sure your condo experience is top notch. Also, another perk is that the condo has the feel of a home and not the feeling of a vacation resort. You get the feeling that you are living there rather than on just a vacation. When it is time leave you want to stay. I stayed for three months as a snowbird and signed up for four months next year. I liked the experience of living like a local such shopping in the local town and not a tourist area with inflated prices. It was close to some beautiful beaches used mainly by the local residents. This property is truly a place of paradise

This unit is amazing in its entirety , for price point , location and amenities included in the rental. If you are looking for an out of the way spot to stay on Oahu , this would be one of those. It is 45min from Waikiki in smooth traffic by car , 1hr in AM rush hour. 1 1/2 hours by city bus which there is a stop right out front of the building. The unit itself is very comfy , 1BR w/ full bathroom , decent eating area for 3 or 4 people and a nice living room. The 'lanai' is wraparound from the living area to the bedroom and is more than adequate for relaxing by the ocean which is 20ft from the balcony. Its on the 2nd Floor of the building which gives the unit a much better vantage point for viewing the water and the beach areas , especially right from bed or on the couch. Million dollar views at sunrise and sunset. The unit included boogie boards , snorkel gear , beach chairs , sun umbrellas and various other items that were used at the beach or elsewhere. Everything you need to have a great day at the beach, which is a two minute walk from the front door. The beach is PRISTINE and empty compared to other beaches in Oahu , the only people there were very friendly locals. The water is very clear , clean and undisturbed. Waves were pretty good at times , depending on swell. Snorkeling was A1 quality for beginners and novices , lots of reef fish to be seen right off shore. 200 yards out will get you to where most West Oahu snorkel tours bring their paying customers day in day out. We had dolphins out front for 5 mornings in a row and the monk seal dropped by for a rest on a few days. Money cant buy that kind of stuff. Very clean and safe saltwater pool in the complex you can use from 9am - 9pm. Laundry on first floor runs on quarters 1.25 per wash and .25 cents for a 15min dry. Parking was great , security on duty at night.Not many sit down restaurants close to the building , lots of good stuff within a 20min drive , google is your friend. Quiet , respectful neighbors as well as all the locals we encountered were nice and friendly as well. No real problems were noticed with the neighborhood as some reviews might elude to. It is a humble building and neighborhood. If you are in to glitz and glam , this is not the place for you. The owner was a great guy , is local and dealt with any issues promptly. In short , if you are a down to earth person/family looking for a great out of the way , value packed place to stay on Oahu AND you have a car , this is your place

A terrific condo right on the beach. Located at the end of the bus line--far, far away from the tourist scene of Waikiki, we found a home away from home on Hawaii. The owner is accommodating, professional, friendly. A great guy. The condo itself is clean and spacious, and the property is well maintained, and feels very safe. The beach is a surfer's paradise and also features a vibrant, local family scene. Simply terrific. The grocery stores, post office, and so forth are a few miles away, which is not a problem for those who have a car. We did not have a car during the majority of our stay, and we relied on the public bus to get around. The good news is that the public bus system is reliable and stops everywhere that matters: the condo, grocery store(s), the airport in Honolulu (if you have the time and temperament: it takes roughly 2 1/2 hours). We hope to stay here again some time. We had a lovely stay.

I was definitely happy with this property. I was looking for a quiet location on the beach for my family and this was perfect. The unit was recently renovated and clean. It has a long deck which is 20 feet from the ocean. The beach is a surfer's paradise and I enjoyed sitting on the lanai watching the surfers. The area is a local area and the locals in the building are very friendly. Perfect location for a laid back vacation away from the main tourist areas. I was also told that this is the sunniest part of the island and we had great weather.

I'm a Hawaii local writing a review about this awesome vacation rental. I'm not saying that makes my review any more valid, but I say that for perspective. We're "townies", and we needed a stay-cation away from the hustle and bustle of our normal lives. So we packed our bags and headed out to Makaha. Now that I'm back home, I'm already trying to figure out the next time we can get back out there! This vacation rental was clean, and well kept just like a home. As soon as we opened the front, we were in love as our eyes went straight to the huge lanai and the spectacular view of the ocean, to the spacious interior and the well appointed kitchen. This was going to be home for us away from home, and the first impression was no disappointment. As soon as I opened the lanai doors, the sound and smell of the ocean hit me, and I knew this was going to be a good vacation! The large lanai provides views to the east and west along Makaha beach, so this means sunrise views (over the mountains) and of course sunset views. Bring your camera and have fun photographing both -- I sure did! The full-sized kitchen was wonderfully stocked with pans and dishes, and the kitchen counters provided ample eating area for our family. Here's a tip: before you arrive, hit the Costco in Kapolei and stock up. The full size refrigerator has plenty of room; the oven and stove can handily accommodate anything you want to cook up. Heck, I even took pleasure in the fact that the sink was large enough to make dish washing a breeze. The queen sized bed was comfortable, and the kids had no problem sleeping on the portable futons. And the HDTV/DVD combo player was a welcome addition, and kept our kids entertained after the sun went down. Makaha Beach is a haven for beach-going families, as well as surfers, but it's certainly not crowded by any means. Our kids had a blast playing in the break water, and the side benefit was that they slept like babies pretty much every night out of sheer exhaustion. Yay for all those quiet evenings with the wife with kids fast asleep, as we listened to the ocean and enjoyed those moments together with a bottle of wine. Life is good! We also visited the tide pools every morning, and the kids loved collecting sea shells, and spotting fish and other sea life. Our routine was to visit the tide pools in the morning, then hit Makaha Beach for the afternoon. I'll admit it -- I managed to sneak in a nap or two on the beach, and caught up a bit on my backlog of book