The unit was well equipped for myself and my three young children,just like a home away from home.Chris ,the property manager , was very informative and helpful. We enjoyed the proximity to Sharks Cove , Waimea Bay ,and surrounding north shore .The grocery store had everthing we needed and was within walking distance,which was conveinent.Small town atmosphere was a world away from honolulu's hustle bustle and bright lights.Explored the whole north shore and this is definitly the spot to be at to enjoy the surf and snorkle.We really enjoyed the waimea falls park! So much beauty and diversity of plants . Do not forget your camera .I was on a budget and found this property not knowing what to expect.Trump coined the phrase "location, etc." and this one has it.The whole process of securing this property was done online and via my iphone so i always had the information , reservations , and contract, right at my finger tips.Thanks guys,I may upgrade to the beach front next time around

David K., , , 10.5.10

Amazing proximity to everything. Customer service was really good. Best part was surfing with Sunset Suzie :) Best restaurant was probably the hot dog joint just opposite the supermarket. Chilled out! Definitely stay at Waimea cottage, it's got everything u need and the outdoor shower was tres romantique. Don't forget to check out at 10am otherwise you'll be watching 90210 with a hangover when the maid arrives. Next time we will go horse riding at Happy Trails :) Aloha!

Sofia M., Auckland, New Zealand, 8.31.10

I loved the sound of the ocean at night and the cool breezes, as well as the beautiful, fragrant flowers in the garden and yard. The best treat was the acai bowl at the Coffee Gallery in Haleiwa--local honey, homemade granola, acai frozen yogurt and fresh mango and papaya--worth getting up early for! We had a great trip.

Krista D., South Bend, IN, 6.4.10

THE SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT. THE COTTAGE HAD NO WHERE FOR 4 ADULTS TO SIT AND NO TABLE TO EAT AT NO CHAIRS ON LANAI AND COCONUTS KEPT FALLING ON THE LANAI NO SEPARATE BEDROOMS MOUSE POO IN THE DRAWERS COTTAGE IS LOCATED IN A CONVENIENT SPOT

Lorene R., Red Hill South, Victoria, Australia, 9.18.09

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very nice and comfortable. Somehow we didn't understand that "complete kitchen" does not include a dishwasher. There were also a few necessities that we wish we would have had for cooking - a spatula, other utensils and a dish towel. We also didn't have a broom until we asked for one. We were disappointed that there wasn't a BBQ. We had already bought our steaks before we came and so had to cook them on the stove. It would be good if others knew before they arrived that there wasn't a BBQ there. The spinkler system comes on a lot and makes a lot of mud in the parking area. All in all it was an awesome stay. We enjyed the sunsets and walks on the beach. We enjoyed the quietness of the town and the Foodland store. We would recomend it to our friends and may even come back ourselves someday!

Ed S., Conifer, Colorado, 5.23.08

Comment by Owner/Manager:

We did buy an electric bbq for this home - it is on the lanai, outdoors.....great for cooking. We also put the sprinklers on timers to prevent over-watering - no more puddles unless it rains a ton. No room for a dishwasher, but we do have spatula, towels, utensils.....

1. The front sliding security gate was inoperable and remained in the open position for our entire stay, thus the cottage and adjoining beach house were open to the street and could be accessed from the street by the general public. 2. The parking area which is shared by the cottage and the beach house was unlighted and very dark at night. There was an exterior light fixture positioned on the cottage to light the parking area, but the bulb had been removed and never replaced. 3. Smoke detectors throughout the house were disconnected. Some had the batteries removed, others had the batteries disconnected. 4. Electrical power outlets in the kitchen did not work, therefore we could not use the coffee pot or microwave oven for our entire stay. 5. The shower in the bathroom immediately off the living room did not work. Water flowed from the spigot into the tub, but the diverter valve that shifts water from the tub to the shower head did not work. Everyone had to shower in the other bathroom for our entire stay. 6. One of the bedroom's closet door (louvered/accordian type) was completely falling apart. We could not use the closet for fear that moving the door would cause it to fall apart into pieces. 6. The cottage was very clean.

Don D., Warson Woods, Missouri, 3.29.08

Comment by Owner/Manager:

the electric gate was fixed immediately and runs well - very private we put new plumbing throughout the entire unit - no more issues