We Have Returned to Lehua for the Past 5 Years updated review

Stephen Carmona (Manhattan Beach, CA)
Review submitted: April 5, 2013   Date of arrival: July 19, 2012

This property is in a quiet residential area. The neighbors were friendly and always shared a wave to us. I like the idea not being in a hotel, being able to prepare our own food, parking next to our room, not having to make a trek to our car. We enjoyed the peaceful sounds of the waves and the view of Waikiki. It is off the beaten path away from the cement jungle of downtown Waikiki. Fort Weaver Road can be difficult during rush hour but much less so than getting around downtown. In reality you're on vacation...why travel during rush hour? The kitchen is original but practical and includes everything you would realistically need to prepare meals. We often grill fresh fish on the supplied gas grill. The beach was great for the kids to play in the sand during low tide. At high tide they enjoyed splashing in the waves on the "smaller" beach. You can swim in the ocean during high tide but we typically go to better swimming beaches during the day.
One of the neighbors showed my kids how to throw a casting net and let them investigate an octopus he caught.
The house features high speed wireless internet that is dependable.
We leave the windows closed when we leave. The cool ocean breeze makes the house very comfortable in a matter of minutes once the windows are opened upon return.
We go to Costco and load up on groceries when we get there, but buy our fresh produce at the local farmers market. It is open Fridays at Ewa Beach Community Park, 91-955 North Road 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Don’t get there late. They sell out quickly.
Kim the property manager was immediately responsive when we had an electrical issue one year. She is a gem that is filled with aloha spirit.
We have been returning to Lehua for 5 years every summer. When we arrive, there is a feeling of peace that envelops us. It is a very relaxing vacation spot. We have been lucky enough to enjoy vacations there which have given us our favorite family memories.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Get out of Waikiki and stay here

Sue (Richmond, BC Canada)
Review submitted: November 19, 2012   Date of arrival: November 8, 2012

We had a great vacation at this beach house, away from the crowds and traffic of Waikiki!
The beach is all yours and you can walk for miles. Great view of Diamond head and night lights of Waikiki. Even can see the fire works from the Hilton on Friday nights 7:45.
Close to shopping; a new Safeway, Foodland and Longs all along Fort Weaver Road with Costo and Walmart not far to drive to. Lots of room for the family and spent most of the time out side eating and relaxing on the great lawn chairs. Fully stocked kitchen with everything you will need.
Just wanted to mention the neighbors are friendly and stop to talk story young and old! We had no issues with safety and to reasure people you can stay in this area. I know some forums advise not to stay in this area but you will miss out on having a true Aloha experience if you stay with Waikiki or East ward.
Mahalo again Rick for letting us use your beach house.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing

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Absolutely Gorgeous Views! Wonderful, cozy home. Loved it!

Family Vacation (Seal Beach, CA)
Review submitted: November 16, 2012   Date of arrival: October 3, 2012

Comfortable, very clean and million dollar view! Property is very clean and has all of the amenites you need. Absolute paradise and quiet. I miss my morning views with my coffee. Had a memorable vacation with my dad, sister and niece. We will be back in 2013 for sure! Thank you for the memories.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, sight seeing

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Stay away if you have allergies/asthma

Young Family (Seattle, WA)
Review submitted: June 24, 2012   Date of arrival: March 12, 2012

The air was so bad in the home from dust and mold that we couldn't stay there and went to a hotel. After some time and prompting, we were given a partial refund.

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Peaceful Beachfront Hideaway and Turtletown

Jeff (United States)
Review submitted: January 22, 2012   Date of arrival: January 13, 2012

Just returned to "real life" after a great vacation. The Lehua house was about perfect. Very clean, quiet, and peaceful. Close enough to the "attractions" without being surrounded by the crowds. Hard to find a better way to enjoy a cup of coffee, than sitting on the Lehua wall, watching the sunrise, toes in the sand just feet from the surf. Be sure to say "Hi" to "Tammy the Turtle" for us (named by my 12 yr old daughter). The turtle came ashore three nights in a row. Just plain cool. Must check out the Polynesian Cultural Center, Ko'Olina Ocean Adventures, and pay your respects at The Arizona Memorial! We were not disappointed. Thank you Rick and Danielle for sharing Lehua with us. We would book Lehua again without hesitation. Mahalo

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Beach house Lehua

Review submitted: January 21, 2012   Date of arrival: January 5, 2012

Dear Rick and Danielle,

We had a great time and we were very comfortable at the Lehua House! We especially loved the sound of the ocean at night and the birds during the day. It is such a beautiful place. And the neighborhood is great. The neighbors were really friendly and helpful.

All the best,
Charollet and Jim

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Perfect Holiday

lola (Belmont, Ca)
Review submitted: November 25, 2010   Date of arrival: November 12, 2010

The house was perfect for me & my 3 adult children. I am originally from Hawaii, and have a family home there that my father, brother & his girlfriend & their son live in. We wanted to stay near a beach and entertain some of the kids cousins. The house was perfect for that. The back yard was right on the beach, so the atmosphere was really good for a Hawaiian vacation. My oldest son brought his girlfriend and 2 kids. This was their first trip to Hawaii, and they enjoyed running in & out of the water, and also playing in the sand.
The owner, and property manager were attentive to our needs, and the house was very clean. The only down side that I can see, is that there was only 1 bathroom in the house. There was another toilet facility, though, that was in the laundry room that was adjacent to the house, so that worked out well.
I would definitely rent Lehua again, next time we come to Hawaii as a family.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers

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Tiffany Cassotta (Huntington Beach, Ca.)
Review submitted: March 15, 2010   Date of arrival: March 15, 2010

Our family stayed here in November over Thanksgiving 09. We had an absolutely wonderful time and can't wait to return we are planning our next trip as we speak. We were there for 10 glorious days and that was not enough! You can't imagine the Aloha spirit you get from staying at this location. Ewa Beach is truly a hidden secret. I have mixed feelings about posting our wonderful experience, we don't want too many people to find out about this!!! (hehehehe) Would definitely recommend this to anyone, families or honeymooners this is suitable for anyone wanting a wonderful Hawaiian vacation!

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Amazing!

Ryo (Tokyo , Japan)
Review submitted: October 7, 2009   Date of arrival: September 27, 2009

I just come back from Hawaii.
We stayed at Lehua for 8 days and it was just like a paradise.
The rooms are decorated very tastefully , very clean
and espicially the view from house is amazing!!
We really had a really great time and enjoyed staying at Lehua.

Thank you , thank you, thank you very much!

I will definitely go back to Hawaii and stay at Lehua again!!

Again thank you very much for giving us a nice vacation!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Stephen Carmona (Manhattan Beach, CA)
Review submitted: September 1, 2008   Date of arrival: September 1, 2008

This property is in a quiet residential area. The neighbors were friendly and always shared a wave to us. I like the idea not being in a hotel, being able to prepare our own food, parking next to our room, not having to make a trek to our car. We enjoyed the peaceful sounds of the waves and the view of Waikiki. It is off the beaten path away from the cement jungle of downtown Waikiki. Fort Weaver Road can be difficult during rush hour especially during its current construction expansion. But you're on vacation...why travel during rush hour? The kitchen is original but practical and included everything you would realistically need to prepare meals. The beach was great for the kids to play in the sand during low tide. At high tide they enjoyed splashing in the waves on the "smaller" beach. We will return again. It was a very peaceful vacation.

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Helpful votes: 9 / 9

Don & Nikki (-)
Review submitted: March 21, 2008   Date of arrival: March 21, 2008

We spent 11 nights on Oahu in late February 2008. It was an excellent vacation punctuated by our stay at Lehua.

The house is exactly as described by Rick in this ad; it's an older, very well maintained home that sleeps 6 comfortably, as long as there are two people in each of the two queen beds. The kitchen has everything needed to prepare and serve all meals. The living area is very large and leads directly onto a small covered patio, which then leads out to a manicured lawn, from which you step directly onto the sandy beach. The water, at high tide, is maybe 40 feet from the living room windows.

We snorkeled and boogie boarded right out front. There were LOADS of fish only twenty feet offshore. We frequently saw turtles and once even shared the beach with a monk seal sunning himself.

Obviosuly, we enjoyed our stay. Rick was friendly and helpful, quickly resolving 2-3 things that came up during our stay. We hope to return soon.

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Helpful votes: 10 / 10