| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 21 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/10/09 |
Positive
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| We spent our last 3 nights of our week long stay on the Hawaiian islands at this darling Cabana right by Kailua beach. The photos of the place were exactly what we saw... very charming and private. Loved the lush landscaping and the outdoor shower was heavenly! Even the smell of the towels was amazing. To wake up every morning and lay out on the beach which was steps away was our favorite part! We wished we could have stayed longer! You would be silly to pass up staying here! Enjoy!! Mahalo Thanks again Julie & Jerry! |
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Anita & Nick, Oakland, CA |
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| 06/06/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
May 21 - 22, 2009
Julie and Jerry absolutely live in Paradise - thanks for sharing it with us.
Marie and Jon
Lancaster, Pa
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Marie and Jon
Lancaster, PA
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| 02/08/09 |
Positive
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| Just returned from our stay at the cabana, what a place! I always hang out at Kailua Beach when I visit Oahu 2 or 3X each year, to stay this close was fantastic! The cabana is very well setup, nicely appointed, clean, comfortable, etc... Better than expected despite all of the great reviews we read first. Hosts were very friendly and helpful, yet provided plenty of privacy as well. Highly recommend this place to all looking for a place to stay in Kailua/Oahu! |
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Craig & Tiff, Union, New Jersey |
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| 01/02/09 |
Positive
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We stayed in the Beachside Cabana shortly before
Christmas, 2008, and although stormy weather and
questionable overflow into the water prevented a
swim the whole four days we were there, we had a
wonderfully sweet time. Simply walking the
beautiful, residential beach (no hotels at Kailua) the
mile to Kalapawai Market each morning for great
coffee and goodies became an enjoyable tradition
for us.
Although the cottage is small (might suggest a few
more hangers, since there's no closet), it is cozy,
clean, nicely appointed, and has everything a
couple needs for a quiet, relaxing vacation.
The fabulous outdoor shower in the lovely private
garden alone is worth coming back for again and
again...!!
Jerry and Julie could not have been nicer and were
as available as necessary without intruding on our
privacy....Mahalo to them..!! |
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Frank & Sandy, Bainbridge Island, WA |
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| 10/20/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much, Dick and Carol for your review. To clarify your "beachside" comment- In Kailua, beachside is a neighborhood and it means that you do not have to cross any street to get to the beach. We are located oceanside of the road that parallels the beach. Again, mahalo for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again!
Julie
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cabanagirl/manager
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| 10/19/08 |
Positive
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The Beachside Cabana was just perfect for our week
on Oahu. Immaculately clean and tastefully
furnished, this little slice of paradise had everything
we needed. We especially appreciated the lovely
linens, the welcome basket of goodies, the
essential beach bag, and the beach chairs, towels,
mats, and boogie boards. Julie has truly thought of
everything to make her guests feel comfortable,
welcome, and well-equipped. The outdoor areas
were beautifully landscaped and the outdoor
shower was wonderful. The cabana is not truly
"beachside", as there are two other houses between
it and the beach, and you can't actually see the
ocean due to the privacy fence. But it's a very short
walk to the beach - I counted exactly 150 steps
down the private lane -and the beach itself was
heavenly. The cabana is an easy 30-minute drive
from the airport, and Julie supplied excellent
directions when we made our reservation. It's also
just a 5-minute drive to the center of Kailua, where
we could park the car once and walk to a nice
variety of excellent restaurants and shops, many of
which were recommended in the cabana's guest
information book. Julie & Jerry were perfect hosts,
very friendly and accommodating, but also giving
us all the privacy we wanted. Their lovely house
and yard are right next to the cabana, separated by
a privacy fence and landscaping. We had a few
questions while we were there and they were totally
accessible and helpful. We did a lot of research
before choosing this property and were completely
satisfied. There are other rentals available for
around this price or less, but we can't imagine a
nicer place or a better value. We loved staying at
the cabana and hope we can return again in 2009! |
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Carol & Dick, Syracuse, NY |
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| 08/26/08 |
Positive
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| My wife and I had a great time here! Julie and Gerry have thought of everything and were great hosts without being at all intrusive. The Cabana has it's own private everything - laundry, parking, entrance and is super clean and is just as descibed in the ad. Kailua beach is an amazing non-commercial gem! book it! |
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Douglas, LA, CA |
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| 07/30/08 |
Positive
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The cabana was the perfect home away from home.
We were in HI for our son's wedding so we didn't
have that much time to enjoy the relaxing
atmosphere of the beach and the cabana - but
when we did, we LOVED it. I actually had people
stopping me on the beach to enquire where we
were staying and if it was nice, since they were
much further away from the beach. Everything
about our stay was A++++. We loved the goodie
basket, and the morning outdoor shower has me
thinking I might need one back at home. All the
beach stuff was fantastic - especially for two very
pale mainlanders. Would highly recommend! We
will hopefully be back! |
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Dana & Peter, Socorro, NM |
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| 07/08/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
"This little beachside cabana may be small, but it it packed with features that make it oh-so-special. Everything about it exudes quality, comfort, and the spirit of aloha: the perfect location in an upscale neighborhood just steps away from the north end of beautiful Kailua beach (which is far less crowded than the southern end near the park); Julie's welcoming gift basket filled with a delightful array of gourmet goodies; the beautifully manicured gardens and landscaping; the great array of beach gear and towels; the designer flooring, stone countertops and ceramic tile; the fluffy towels, crisp linens, and artisan soaps; the tasteful tropical decor inside and out; and what a treat to experience the wonderful outdoor shower! It's so private but natural--like being washed and refreshed by a warm tropical rain or waterfall. We loved this place! Thank you Julie and Gerry for offering such warm hospitality and special accommodations. Five stars!"
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Beth and Mike
Homer, Alaska
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| 12/19/07 |
Positive
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| We stayed in the Cabana for 7 nights. Thoroughly enjoyed the uncrowded beach and all the beach "toys" (chairs, mats, coolers, et c.) available at the Cabana. Loved meeting "Cosmo the Wonder Dog" and Lucy the kitty. Also loved outdoor shower surrounded by palms, impatients and orchids; scrumptious gift basket; and comfy Hawaiian robes. Space was a bit smaller than anticipated with limited space for hanging clothes. Would highly recommend for those seeking privacy and relaxation! |
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Teri and Jim, Snohomish, WA
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| 04/10/07 |
Positive
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Thanks so much for providing this delightful place! It was so clean and well stocked. You thought of everything and anything we might need. Lots of privacy, and I (Ruth)fell in love with the outdoor shower. A wonderful experience. Thanks again.
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Joe & Ruth Schiller, Shakopee, MN |
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| 02/13/07 |
Positive
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My Fiance and I stayed in the Cabana for a week in January to celebrate our engagement and the end of our trip together in HI. The space was perfect, well appointed down to each detail for a cozy get-away. The location is wonderful, the path leds to a less congested part of Kailua beach and the rental is close to town as well. Julie was very helpful with local information as well. The Cabana is comfortable and has everything you need for a relaxing and enjoying Kailua. We enjoyed our stay, and highly recommend!
Courtney & Peter |
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Anonymous |
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| 10/07/06 |
Positive
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Wow, this cabana was the perfect getaway for the celebration of our 20th wedding anniversary!! The very nearby beach was the biggest draw for us and we weren't disappointed with any aspect of our accommodations. From the welcome basket, the kona coffee, and the luxurious towels to the outdoor shower, everything was well appointed. The attention to detail makes this cabana a five star rental.
We really enjoyed the warm shower and the private lanai and made good use of the amenities available: small cooler, beach chairs and boogie boards and the refrigerator.
Thanks so much, you helped make our trip memorable and very special.
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Al & Stephanie, Northern California |
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| 09/10/06 |
Positive
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We stayed in the cabana for 2 fantastic weeks in
July. And like everyone before us and everyone to
come, we can't say enough about howwonderful our
experience was. Yes, the outdoor shower, the guest
basket, the tropical garden, the coffee...all were just
as had been promised. But what really made the
trip for us was the incredible hospitality and
generosity of Julie. All these things are simply a
product of her caring about the experience her
guests have. She made our trip - and ensured
many, many repeat visits.
Oh, and having the cutest dog in the world on hand
didn't hurt! |
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Vikki & Dianne, Corte Madera, CA |
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| 08/09/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Aloha, Julie and Gerry:
This may be short and maybe not. Jan and I had such a wonderful five days enjoying "the cabana" and your hospitality. We started coming to the "islands" in 1966 and after about three visits to Oahu (read Honolulu) we decided that was enough and Maui became our destination. After thirty years of that and the way it developed, we had an opportunity to visit Kailua and your name was given us by a mutual friend. What a great stroke of luck! Your "cabana" with its furnishings, amenities, Cosmo and "black cat", truly made us feel we were back in the good old days. And as you say, "you are just 100 steps" from one of the nicest beaches there is. Three miles of sandy beach, no crowds, and the surf to put one to sleep! Sounds like paradise to me. Once again, Mahalo and thanks so much for sharing this with us. Aloha, 'til next time.
Take good care of each other and Peace.
Jack and Jan Callahan
Yuba City CA 95993
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Jack & Jan Callahan
Yuba City, CA
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| 07/07/06 |
Positive
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| My husband and I stayed at Julie's cabana for six nights and it was paradise from the moment we arrived. We had such a relaxing time. The cabana is in the perfect location if you hate crowds. Quiet, peaceful, clean, romantic and the outdoor shower was the icing on the cake. You could see the beach from the cabana! Thanks to Julie and Gerry for their hospitality! |
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Kim & Randy, Chandler, Oklahoma |
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| 04/22/06 |
Positive
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We stayed at Julie's Cabana for 2 nights before our Wedding. It was better than we ever imagined! The pictures do not do it justice! The cottage is SO cute, SO clean and SO comfortable - we felt like we were staying at a friend's place. (But because it's separate from the house, it felt very private at the same time.)
The welcome basket was perfect and even though we didn't get to enjoy the beach because of the rains, we thoroughly enjoyed the OUTDOOR shower! We would definitely try to stay here again.
Julie and her husband Gerry are excellent hosts! |
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Mindy & Tom Popken, Dallas, TX
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| 10/18/05 |
Positive
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| My (now) fiance and I stayed at the beach cabana for four nights in September. We loved the cabana. Beach access is a very short walk down a path in between some houses. Julie really thought of everything you need - including beach toys, towels, maps, guide books, a cooler, drying rack. The garden area and decor inside the cabana is very calming - like a spa. There's no a/c, but you don't need it with the fan and constant ocean breeze. Location is good for getting into town and the highway to explore the rest of Oahu. Kailua beach is amazing. White sand, fun waves for boogie boarding, and NO crowds! I would recommend the beach cabana to my friends. You are welcome to ask the owner for my email or phone number if you have questions. |
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Brook & Kelly, California |
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| 10/13/05 |
Positive
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Aloha Julie! We just returned home and are still overwhelmed with our memories from our trip to Kailua and the Beach Cabana! It was WONDERFUL, and you did such a nice job adding all the "special touches" to make our stay even better! Thank You!
Karen and Kurt Kaiser |
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Kurt and Karen Kaiser, Nashville, TN |
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| 08/31/05 |
Positive
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Aloha Julie,
Jim and I want you to know how much we enjoyed staying in your cabana, it was so much more than we ever expected. The accessibility to the beautiful beach,to shopping in town and quick drives to anywhere on the island made the stay a living paradise. We would recommend it a fabulous stay for everyone and we hope to be returning ourselves.
Mahalo,
Jim & Andrea Rosaschi
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Andrea & Jim Rosaschi, Las Vegas, NV
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| 08/05/05 |
Positive
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Aloha Julie,
We just wanted to thank you once again for a wonderful stay at your cottage. We had a great time. Everything about our stay there exceeded our expectations. The outdoor shower was the best. We would love to stay at your place again when we make it back to Hawaii
Mahalo
Troy & Sandi
I will be in touch if I know anyone going out to your beautiful island and is looking for a place to stay.
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Troy & Sandi, Estero, Florida |
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| 07/08/05 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Julie,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful cottage. We had a wonderful time. The outdoor shower was by far the best part of our vacation:). Don't be surprised if we come back sometime soon!
Aloha,
Karinn & Bryce
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Karinn & Bruce Figdore
Florida
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| 07/07/05 |
Positive
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| We had a WONDERFUL time in Hawaii and the Beach Cabana was perfect! Very clean and the owners are just a delight. We enjoyed watching the sunrise at the beach! Thanks for helping us make our vacation wonderful! Would stay again next time in Hawaii. |
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Rosalind & Chad, Atlanta, GA
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| 05/17/05 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had a wonderful relaxing 2 days in Julie's cabana, great tropical atmosphere in the cabana, and out in the charming garden.We would go again.!!!!! J&C,
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Chuck & Janice
California
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| 04/16/05 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Julie,
Sincerely enjoyed the cottage and all the little niceties. From the gardens, to the welcome basket, the outdoor shower, robes, & wine.
Mahalo, Laura & Bill
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Laura & Bill
Long Island
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| 04/02/05 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Hi Julie,
Thanks so much for the use of your wonderful place. We had a great time and look forward to coming back again soon!
Mahalo,
Sueann & Kevin
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Sueann & Kevin
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| 03/01/05 |
Positive
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| The guest cottage is charming, cozy, tastefully decorated and abounding with thoughtful touches. It is a perfect refuge on a wondrous island, and Kailua beach is stunning. The cabana and its owners are most warm and welcoming. The perfect getaway! |
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David & Marybeth Melbye, Welch, MN |
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| 01/27/05 |
Positive
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| immaculate guest cottage - quiet and beautiful and just steps from a secluded beach! great for a couple not wanting the busy city life - hosts were wonderful! we'll be back next year! |
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joan acklin, lake forest , california
94945416633 |
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| 01/11/05 |
Positive
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| The garden and Cabana are filled with beauty and intention. A rejuvenating and peaceful place to stay. I highly recommend it. |
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Diane Steel, Clovis California
(559) 299-7988 |
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