Kauai

The greenest island: sunny Poipu in the south, Hanalei Bay in the north, the Coconut Coast between.

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Kauai is the oldest of the main islands and the least built up, with no building taller than a coconut palm by county rule. Poipu on the south shore is the sunniest part and has the calmest winter swimming. The east side around Kapaa and Wailua, called the Coconut Coast, has a long paved shoreline path and many oceanfront condos. The north shore at Princeville, Hanalei and Haena is the most dramatic, with the best beach weather in summer and big surf in winter.

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Lush Tropical Gardens and Relaxing Lanai - Charming Oceanfront Escape
No. 122

Lush Tropical Gardens and Relaxing Lanai - Charming Oceanfront Escape

Condo
1 bedroom sleeps 2 private pool about $225 a night

Welcome to Garden Breeze Retreat, a cozy ground-floor oceanfront escape at Kapaa Sands, where lush tropical gardens and sweeping ocean views create the perfect setting for your Kauai getaway. This peaceful retreat offers everything you need to relax, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of island life. Condo Highlights Studio. 1 Bathroom. Sleeps up to 2 Queen bed in a bright, open-concept living space Private garden lanai with partial ocean and tropical views Full-size kitchen stocked with essentials Flat-screen Smart TV for streaming and entertainment Free high-speed Wi-Fi Pool and beach towels, beach chairs, and cooler provided No resort fees!

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Oceanfront Access and Gourmet Kitchen - Spacious Coastal Retreat
No. 127

Oceanfront Access and Gourmet Kitchen - Spacious Coastal Retreat

Condo
2 bedroom sleeps 6 private pool about $643 a night

Experience unmatched oceanfront living in this spacious two-bedroom condo. With sweeping views and direct beach access, it’s the perfect retreat for families or groups seeking a true Kauai paradise. Unit A106 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom. Extra-large floor plan featuring 2 master bedrooms and 2 balconies on ground floor with private patio. Located just steps from the beach and near the pool. Kitchen features granite countertops, Wolf cooktop and convection oven, microwave, dishwasher, full size Sub-Zero refrigerator, coffeemaker, blender, toaster, cookware and tableware. Welcome essentials kit includes coffee, sugar, creamer, paper towels, sponge, dishwasher detergent.

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Stunning Beachfront Retreat with Large Lanai - Exquisite Island Luxury
No. 129

Stunning Beachfront Retreat with Large Lanai - Exquisite Island Luxury

Condo
2 bedroom sleeps 6 private pool about $719 a night

Indulge in island luxury with this deluxe two-bedroom condo set right on the beachfront. With stunning panoramic views and a beautifully appointed interior, it offers an elevated retreat just steps from Kauai’s shoreline. Unit A107 Grand Premier Beachfront 2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom. Unit closest to the beach with an extra-large floor plan featuring 2 master bedrooms and 2 balconies on the ground floor. Very large 478 sq. ft. Private lanai furnished with 14 piece Kingsley Bate, includes chaise loungers, club chairs, ottomans and dining table for 7. Located in A building just steps from the beachfront and near the pool.

Poipu Kapili Unit 57 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 3 Bath
No. 131

Poipu Kapili Unit 57 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 3 Bath

Condo
2 bedroom sleeps 8 private pool about $839 a night

Oceanfront Poipu Kapili condo with breathtaking sunset views, an oceanfront pool, and easy access to dining and shopping; a perfect location for couples or families to relax Poipu Kapili Unit 57 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 2 Bath. Poipu Kapili is located at 2221 Kapili Road # 57, Poipu 96756. There is no front desk on the property. Spacious 1,800 square feet, oceanfront, 2 level floor plan. Entry is ground level, no stairs to enter. Full kitchen includes full size, new, stainless-steel refrigerator, stovetop/oven and dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, cookware and tableware.

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Poipu Sands Unit 514 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 2 Bath
No. 133

Poipu Sands Unit 514 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 2 Bath

Condo
2 bedroom sleeps 6 private pool about $989 a night

Step onto the oceanfront lawn and take in breathtaking views, just moments from the beach and pool. This beautiful condo offers the perfect retreat for couples and families to relax and unwind. Poipu Sands Unit 514 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom 2 Bath. Poipu Sands is located at 1565 Pe’e Road #514, Poipu 96756; centrally located in Poipu within the heart of Poipu Kai Resort community. There is no front desk on the property. Full kitchen includes full size, new, stainless-steel refrigerator, stovetop/oven and dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, cookware and tableware.

Moana Kai
No. 135

Moana Kai

Condo
2 bedroom sleeps 4 private pool about $264 a night

High on the Princeville bluff, Kaua'i's North Shore drops away in green folds to a coastline of sea cliffs and open water, with the ridge the films named Bali Hai standing to the west. Moana Kai holds the top-floor corner at Alii Kai, the position guests ask for by name: unobstructed ocean from the living room, the lanai, and both bedrooms, green mountains the other way, and no footsteps overhead. What You'll Love About Moana Kai. Top-floor corner position, with unobstructed ocean from the living room, the lanai, and both bedrooms. A lanai where the coastline stretches the length of the railing, with humpback whales often spotted offshore during the winter months.

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