Stunning property. Couldn’t wait to get home each night and sit out in the lanai. Outdoor shower was awesome. Enjoyed the stray cats that visited us each day and the geckos…and even roosters. Beach within walking distance was incredible and never packed. Cabin exceeded our already high expectations. Would absolutely recommend 10 times over.

First time to Kauai, found Gillian's on a stroke of good luck. Words here are not enough but I'll try. Attention to detail, clean beyond belief, perfectly put together with obvious well thought out guidance and instruction throughout the cottage from Tony. Things you never think about until you are there,,, for example, which switch turns on the ceiling fan, which direction do you turn the handle for the hot water in the shower, which little button quick starts the coffee maker. All of these and so much more are clearly labeled. Not often mentioned on reviews of other cottages, but I think an important one here that shows the thought Tony has put into his rental. The cottage is gorgeous, quiet, comfortable, and just makes you want to relax and be................ Everything works , ie, is functional in this house by the way. The pics do not do it justice. You will find everything, and I mean everything you need for a 2 night, or 2 month stay. Incredible. I hate giving such high praise because the bookings are so full so far out but Tony deserves the praise. We had the pleasure of meeting he and his wife, top shelf people. We will be back !

Gilligan's was paradise. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us. We hope to be back soon.

My husband and I had an amazing stay in this cottage. Tony gave detailed directions on getting to the cottage as well as how to get the keys. I can’t describe how peaceful I felt here. The grounds, the birds, the flowers, and the fruit trees were amazing. The cottage was secluded and felt more like home which was so different from the resort areas. It was a short walk to the beach and it was not crowded at all. We went every day and just sat and enjoyed the waves. I absolutely loved it and highly recommend this cottage. Sitting on the deck, drinking a glass of wine, watching the chickens and cats was extremely pleasurable and relaxing. This is on my favorites list for future visits. Thank you Tony. I am going to miss your part of Kauai.

Giligan's Cottage was the perfect secluded hideaway we were looking for -- off the beaten track, very close to an uncrowded beach, close enough to Kilauea and Hanalei, as well as the East Shore towns, to take care of shopping and occasional dining out -- and the cottage had all we needed to be self-sufficient most of the time anyway. Fresh avocados and tangerines right off the trees in the yard were a real plus.

We are enchanted to know about this gem of a place - it surpassed expectations. Any time we thought of something we should have brought, we found it in the cottage- thankfully that included a sun umbrella. It truly has a thoughtful home feeling and the yard itself is paradise! We ate fruit from the yard and stargazed at night. The best açaí bowls and healthy food at Kalalea Juice Hale right close on the corner of Koolau Road. Much time spent at Moloa’a beach and hiking Larsen’s. A short drive to many great locations. The best time imaginable. We will return without a doubt!

We really loved our week at Gilligan's--it is a wonderful private retreat away from the holiday crowds at other island sites. Moloa'a Beach is just as advertised, beautiful and uncrowded, and a four and a half minute walk from the cottage. Tony's local helpers do a wonderful job. The cottage was spotlessly clean and the grounds are beautiful and well-maintained. We really liked the layout of the cottage, perfect for a couple and with ample space. The front and back decks are terrific, we really enjoyed them. We love an outdoor shower and weren't disappointed by the large outdoor shower area at Gilligan's. The cottage was generously equipped with all the kitchen utensils and appliances we needed, plenty of towels for the shower and the beach, paper goods, soaps, shampoos, and laundry supplies. There are also dozens of movies and books, including a variety of Kauai guide books. The cottage has a variety of items for enjoying the beach: chairs, mats, coolers, snorkel gear, and a wagon for hauling it all. Tony went above and beyond by providing detailed information weeks ahead of our arrival. He had hints about managing arrival at Lihue Airport, good directions to the cottage, and detailed information about the cottage itself. He also provided detailed information about activities in the area. We really appreciated the effort Tony put into his package of information. We loved the cottage and the area and had a great getaway.

Gilligan's is a beautiful, well-maintained cottage on a gorgeous property. The owner is extremely helpful and informative, and our interactions with him were friendly and open. The cottage has most everything you'd need to have a relaxing, stress-free stay, and the distance to the quiet beach is minimal and easily walked. The area is quiet and lush, with next to no traffic, and lovely flowers and trees everywhere you look. We will definitely recommend this place to others, and return to it the next time we come to the island.

We have stayed in Moloaa Bay before and love it there - it is off the beaten track with a great beach but is positioned well to explore other parts of the island. This cottage is positioned close to the beach and has everything 2 people need to have a great vacation. Communication with Tony was and his onsite team was stellar. Can't say enough about how we appreciated the hospitality.

We loved our stay at Gilligans! Would highly recommend to anyone not wanting to stay in the resort setting. The outdoor shower was my favorite part! Soo relaxing! ❤️

Wonderful experience, felt like we were in a private tropical setting. The host was very accessible, sent excellent helpful info before our stay, and had thought of everything to make our stay perfect. The cottage even came with kitties and we thoroughly enjoyed them, as it made us missing ours just a little bit easier. We will stay here again when we return, even if we have to work our schedule around availability.

Gilligan’s Cottage exceeded any expectations we had imagined based on the listing information. We loved this quiet, jungle meets farm while having the most beautiful beach only a 5 minute walk away. It was SO refreshing and rejuvenating to not be surrounded by the usual fast paced tourist/hotel scene. We feel so fortunate and grateful to have found this very special place. Tony was such a great host and we really appreciated all of the great suggestions on dining, hiking and other great places to check out on the island. We also had the honor of meeting and chatting with the groundskeeper, Kelli, who is just so gentle hearted and kind. Gilligan’s will forever hold a very special place in our hearts and we will be returning. Thank you, so very much, for this unforgettable experience. Our most sincere Aloha and Mahalo!

My mom and I spent 8 great days here. Perfectlocation and host very reponsive!

Gilligan's was perfect. The location can't be be beat, a quick walk to the beach. The cottage was incredibly clean and well stocked as well. We will be back!

Everything was perfect! We stayed there while visiting for our Vow Renewal. It was very charming, immaculate, very well stocked and service with Tony was exceptional.

My husband and I have been to Kauai several times over the years, and this was by far the best little cottage we've ever stayed in on the island. The property was absolutely gorgeous and everything we were promised. It was clean, well kept and pretty well-equipped. It could use a new mattress for the bed (a bit hard and a tad small), but that did not detract from how much we loved it there. We ate fresh fruit picked from the plentiful bounty available in the beautiful yard every day. There was little-to-no road noise and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. Best of all, Moloa'a Beach really is just a 5-minute walk down the road. And what a beach! Great for low-key boogie boarding and body surfing, great snorkeling and great swimming, all on this fantastic beach where we never encountered more than 20 people. I highly recommend Gilligan's and hope to stay there again myself some day very soon.

Everything about the space was perfect for our trip. Great location on the island to drive north and south. A very short walk to a really nice secluded beach. The deck was amazing to sit and have coffee in the morning and hear the birds. Very clean and accurately depicted. Stocked with everything you need for a beach day. Stocked with essential cook wear and spices. We found the bed very comfortable. There is an outdoor shower that we used almost everyday! The host Tony was very informative of everything to expect prior to our trip. And he is quick to respond if you need anything. Will definitely book this place again next time!

The whole experience was wonderful! The location, very private, the accommodations, great, the people, activities, all so very enjoyable. The cottage is perfect for 2 people.and the reviews about the chickens, we loved the chickens! They didn’t disturb our sleep at all. Plan your trip for as long as you can. It’ll still be too short.

Secluded and peaceful (except for the chickens) with Shama birds singing in the morning and evening. This is our second visit to Gilligan's Cottage and we highly recommend it to anybody wonting to escape from the "resort" atmosphere and truly have a relaxing stay.

Tony is wonderful.

The place is magical and Tony is a wonderful host. My only complaint is not being warned in time that the crowing of many roosters right outside the house will wake you up starting at 3am so bring earplugs and a sound machine. Everything else is just as described. 4 minute walk to an almost deserted gorgeous beach.

We stayed at Gilligan’s Island for our 27 anniversary. It was a short walk to a beautiful beach, we loved sitting the porch in the evening and the owners were beyond kind and accommodating. Beautiful experience

We loved our stay at Gilligan's! It was the peaceful, quaint, and comfortable get away that we were wanting for our vacation. We enjoyed breakfast on the patio every morning with the beautiful flowers, trees, geckos and, of course, the chickens and roosters. One of our favorite things was all the windows - we would open them every time we were in the cottage and just feel the fresh air as it filled the home. A/C was really not a requirement but available if the evenings grew humid. Really can't say enough wonderful things about our stay here or the thorough and thoughtful preparations Tony provided! Can't wait to return!

My wife and I absolutely loved staying here. This is a cute and cozy cottage. We set out pieces of apple banana on and around the avocado tree. Then watched the adorable geckos enjoy their treat on the lanai. The yard has beautiful flowering plants and fruit trees which attract various song birds. Dawn and dusk are magical times when the forest erupts in avionic symphony. The chickens join in too. That's ok, they're everywhere. We walked to the beach everyday. We were the only ones there a couple of mornings. The snorkeling is fun and safe on the south side of the cove. What a blessing it is to have this experience in such a beautiful setting. We felt like we had the island to ourselves. Tony is as gracious a host as you would like. We didn't want to leave. We will be back. Mahalo

Wonderful and very nice fruit in the yard. We couldn’t keep up with the avocados!

We enjoyed our stay at Gilligan’s. It was clean, charming, and had everything we needed. After a day of hiking, swimming, shopping, and sightseeing it was wonderful to have a retreat to call our own.

Where shall I begin? Location, cleanliness, amenities, description? I spent a great deal of time searching VRBO nearly a year in advance of our trip. After looking at hundreds of options we settled on Gilligan's Cottage. What can I say? Research pays off.

Well stocked, well located! Thanks

The location was great, close enough to anything you would need but far enough to be quiet and private. Drinking coffee on the porch was the perfect way to start the day. The beach in the area is so close and so magical, I ran on it every day and we spent many afternoons swimming and snorkelling. The house has everything you need, the kitchen has basics to support making simple meals, the outdoor shower is lovely. The house can get hot but the fans are great. We stayed for 8 nights and loved it!

This is the perfect cottage for two or maybe a couple with a child. The owner has thought of EVERYTHING, from swim diapers to Zip-Locs to extra towels. It was the best provisioned of any of the dozen VRBOs we've stayed in. The nearby Moola'a Beach is beautiful and never crowded. Our adult children and partners rented the Skipper Cabin so they were close by, but we still had our privacy. I will say that there was LOTS of rain and flooded roads during our stay -- more than we've ever experienced in our eight trips to Kauai -- which had to do with luck as well as the time of year (November). We even had thunder and lightning! But this is a beautiful spot where you can settle in for a tropical vacation or use as a base for island exploration.

The property is advertised as having air conditioning. That is not true. I must say it was really not needed with the windows and cool air at night. I really loved the cottage and property. Highly recommended.

Everything is just how it appears in photos and description. The walk to the beach is very easy and pretty views while walking. We went to several beaches on south shore and east and found the bay close to house to be one of our favorites! We would not hesitate to use the same rental property in the future and maybe even Bring the kids and stay at the Skipper! Tony very reachable and helpful!