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Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location

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1 chambre, accĂšs au Wi-Fi (inclus)
Terrasse/patio
Terrain de l’hĂ©bergement
Téléviseur, lecteur de DVD
Extérieur

Avis

9,2 sur 10 – 
Merveilleux

Condo entier

1 chambre1 salle de bain3 personnes

Commodités populaires

  • Piscine
  • Cuisine
  • Laveuse
  • SĂ©cheuse
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
  • Barbecue

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Princeville, HI
  • Place, Sealodge Beach
    â€Ș10 min Ă  pied‬
  • Place, Club de golf de Princeville Makai
    â€Ș3 min en voiture‬
  • Place, Princeville Center (centre commercial et habitations)
    â€Ș5 min en voiture‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HawaĂŻ (LIH)
    â€Ș51 min en voiture‬

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À propos du quartier

Princeville

Séjour au bord de la mer.En séjournant ici, vous serez à moins de 1 km de Sealodge Beach et à moins de 3 km de Club de golf de Princeville Makai. Princeville Center (centre commercial et habitations) et Hanalei Valley Lookout (point de vue) se trouvent également à moins de 3 km.

À proximitĂ©

  • Sealodge Beach - 10 min Ă  pied - 0.9 km
  • Club de golf de Princeville Makai - 3 min en voiture - 1.9 km
  • Princeville Center (centre commercial et habitations) - 5 min en voiture - 3.4 km
  • Hanalei Valley Lookout (point de vue) - 5 min en voiture - 3.4 km
  • Plage Hideaways - 7 min en voiture - 4.5 km

Transport

  • Lihue, HawaĂŻ (LIH) : Ă  49 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • â€ȘHanalei Poke - ‬10 min en voiture
  • â€ȘWishing Well Shave Ice - ‬9 min en voiture
  • â€ȘWishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬9 min en voiture
  • â€ȘTahiti Nui - ‬10 min en voiture
  • â€ȘKalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬10 min en voiture

À propos de cet hĂ©bergement

Hébergement entier

Vous aurez le condo entier pour vous et ne le partagerez qu’avec d’autres voyageurs de votre groupe.

Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location

Sealodge E7 boasts amazing oceanfront views plus right in the heart of everything Kauai's North Shore has to offer! This well maintained charmer has one comfortable bedroom, an open living and dining space that gets tons of natural light, and a fully appointed and newly remodeled (2025) kitchen. The private balcony lanai is dream, with ocean views that stretch down the Anini reef.

If you manage to drag yourself away from the sight of the waves breaking outside your windows, you'll find yourself in the perfect home base for exploring the North Shore. Anini Beach, just 15 minutes away, has calm, clear waters, and is great for snorkeling and swimming. The beautiful golden beaches of Hanalei Bay are also just 15 minutes away, and the water is gentle and shallow, great for swimmers of all ages. The charming Hanalei town is right nearby as well, and has all the boutique shopping and delicious eating you could ever want! Try some ultra-fresh fish at the Hanalei Dolphin, or grab a sweet treat at Wishing Well Shave Ice (if you've never had macadamia ice cream you're missing out!). If you don't mind a longer journey, Tunnels Beach is 30 minutes away, and has some of the best snorkeling on the island, and you'll likely spot some Honu (Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles) too! For those that prefer to stay a little closer to home, the Princeville Shopping Center is only 1.5 miles away, about 5 minutes driving, and has a Foodland grocery store, and plenty of eating out options for casual dining close to home! Happy hour at Tiki Iniki is a great way to pass the afternoon with a cocktail and an appetizer, and the Saturday morning farmers market is the perfect local activity!

Of course, if you're after a true staycation, the Sealodge grounds have all you need for a relaxing vacation right on the premises! You can spend the day lounging by the complex pool and soaking up the sun and the views, or you can throw an impromptu barbecue using the community charcoal grills. You don't even need to leave the complex to have a great beach day, either, just trek down to Sealodge Beach, about a 10 minute, moderately strenuous hike, to enjoy a secluded stretch of paradise with great fishing, great snorkeling, and no crowds! Don't worry about laundry facilities, there's an in unit washer and dryer for added convenience.

Looking to make your way around the rest of the island? Drive time to the East Side (where the airport is located) is roughly 50 minutes, and to the South Shore is 75 minutes.

As with most homes on Kauai, this vacation rental is NOT air conditioned, however there are fans in each space and screen doors on the lanai to help with airflow.

This is an upstairs condo so you need to be able to go up and down one flight of stairs. There are no elevators.

Although this home has internet, the speed and reliability cannot be guaranteed due to the remote location and the service being provided by a third-party.

Note: host requires all guests, whether they book directly or via a third party website, to complete a rental agreement within 3 days of booking.

Hawaii Vacation Rental Registration Number TA-017-046-9376-01

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CommoditĂ©s de l’hĂ©bergement

Piscine/spa

  • Piscine commune

Internet

  • Disponible dans le condo : Wi-Fi gratuit

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
  • CafetiĂšre-thĂ©iĂšre
  • Four
  • Four Ă  micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • RĂ©frigĂ©rateur
  • Surface de cuisson

Chambres

  • CanapĂ©-lit
  • Chambre

Salle de bain

  • 1 salle de bain
  • Baignoire ou douche
  • SĂ©choir Ă  cheveux

Lieux de séjour

  • Salle de sĂ©jour

Divertissement

  • Lecteur de DVD
  • TĂ©lĂ©viseur avec chaĂźnes par cĂąble/satellite

Espaces extérieurs

  • Balcon
  • Barbecue

Buanderie

  • Installations de buanderie
  • Laveuse-sĂ©cheuse

Animaux de compagnie

  • Aucun animal de compagnie autorisĂ©

Accessibilité

  • Aucun ascenseur
  • HĂ©bergement non-fumeurs

Points d’intĂ©rĂȘt de l’endroit

  • À proximitĂ© de la mer

Activités

  • Golf
  • Baignade Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Écotourisme Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Équitation Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Glissade sur chambre Ă  air aquatique Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Golf Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Observation d’oiseaux Ă  proximitĂ©
  • PĂȘche Ă  proximitĂ©
  • PlongĂ©e avec masque et tuba Ă  proximitĂ©
  • PlongĂ©e sous-marine Ă  proximitĂ©
  • RandonnĂ©e Ă  proximitĂ©
  • Surf ou surf horizontal Ă  proximitĂ©

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • PrĂ©sence d’un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone non signalĂ©e (L’hĂŽte n’a pas indiquĂ© s’il y avait un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hĂ©bergement; envisagez d’apporter un dĂ©tecteur portable.)
  • PrĂ©sence d’un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e non signalĂ©e (L’hĂŽte n’a pas indiquĂ© s’il y avait un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e dans l’hĂ©bergement.)

Politiques

Arrivée

Arrivée à partir de 15 h
Âge minimal pour l’enregistrement : 21 ans

Départ

L’heure limite de dĂ©part est 10 h.

Instructions spĂ©ciales pour l’enregistrement

L’hĂŽte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives Ă  l’arrivĂ©e et au dĂ©part.
Les renseignements fournis par l’hĂ©bergement peuvent ĂȘtre traduits au moyen d’outils de traduction automatique.

Animaux de compagnie

  • Les animaux ne sont pas acceptĂ©s.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

  • Children are welcome.

ÉvĂ©nements

Aucun événement autorisé

Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Interdis de fumer

Renseignements importants

À savoir

Des frais par personne supplĂ©mentaire peuvent s’appliquer et varient selon les politiques de l’hĂ©bergement.
Une piĂšce d’identitĂ© avec photo Ă©mise par le gouvernement et un dĂ©pĂŽt en espĂšces, une carte de crĂ©dit ou une carte de dĂ©bit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent ĂȘtre requis Ă  l’arrivĂ©e.
Les demandes spĂ©ciales sont sujettes Ă  la disponibilitĂ© au moment de l’enregistrement et peuvent entraĂźner des frais supplĂ©mentaires. Les demandes spĂ©ciales ne peuvent pas ĂȘtre garanties.
Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
L’hĂŽte n’a pas indiquĂ© s’il y avait un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans l’hĂ©bergement; envisagez d’apporter un dĂ©tecteur portable avec vous pendant le voyage.
L’hĂŽte n’a pas indiquĂ© s’il y avait un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e dans l’hĂ©bergement.
Cet hĂ©bergement est gĂ©rĂ© par l’intĂ©rmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou d’annuler votre rĂ©servation.
Les clients supplémentaires peuvent faire l'objet de suppléments, conformément à la politique de l'établissement.
Une piĂšce d’identitĂ© avec photo Ă©mise par le gouvernement et un dĂ©pĂŽt en espĂšces, une carte de crĂ©dit ou une carte de dĂ©bit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent ĂȘtre requis Ă  l’arrivĂ©e.
Les demandes spĂ©ciales dĂ©pendent de la disponibilitĂ© au moment de l’enregistrement. Elle ne peuvent ĂȘtre garanties et peuvent occasionner des frais supplĂ©mentaires.
    Cet hĂ©bergement est gĂ©rĂ© par un(e) hĂŽte professionnel(le). L’offre d’hĂ©bergement est associĂ©e Ă  des fins commerciales, professionnelles ou d’entreprise. Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont strictement interdits.

NumĂ©ro d’enregistrement de l’hĂ©bergement : GE-017-046-9376-01, TA-017-046-9376-01, 540050070045

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Foire aux questions

How close is Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location to the airport?

This condo is 28.9 mi (49-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location to the beach?

This condo is a short 9-minute walk from Sealodge Beach and 2.2 mi (7-min drive) from Hideaways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location to downtown Princeville?

This condo is 0.7 mi away from Princeville.

Avis pour Newly updated w/ Tons of Personality & Awesome Oceanfront Location

Avis

9,2

Merveilleux

Note de 10 – Excellent, d’aprùs 18 avis sur 27.
Note de 8 – Bien, d’aprùs 7 avis sur 27.
Note de 6 – Acceptable, d’aprùs 3 avis sur 27.
Note de 4 – MĂ©diocre, d’aprĂšs 0 avis sur 27.
Note de 2 – Terrible, d’aprùs 0 avis sur 27.

9,2/10

Propreté

Avis

Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Carol K.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Beautiful views, clean place.
Séjour de 6 nuits en janvier 2026
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Rhett B.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great View, everything needed was within the room.
Séjour de 5 nuits en février 2026
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

sue D.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Ocean front view was awesome! Kitchen and bathroom updates were very nice. Location in Princeville was convenient. We did miss having a gas barbecue grill on the property.Enjoyed our stay even though it was rained more than usual!
Beautiful sunrise from the lanai!
Séjour de 6 nuits en février 2026
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Valerie R.

Lovely little condo!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The best part about this sweet little condo is the location and the view: gorgeous! It was super clean, comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked, as was the linen closet. Definitely recommend for one or two people.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

darren g.

Perfect stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Who is exactly as described and pictured. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. I appreciate it that it was close to the pool. Beautiful views of course.
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Boro R.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Kauai Princeville

Fabulous! A great place to unwind and relax. Can’t wait to come back!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en février 2025
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

James S.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Amazing location & excellent 2 person unit

Excellent ocean views from bedroom and living room windows and balcony. Unit was clean and well set-up. Wold definetly stay here again.
Séjour de 5 nuits en mars 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Monique M.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Paradise views

The whole process of checking in and communication was smooth. Condo was clean and the views from our condo were amazing!
Séjour de 5 nuits en février 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Rolandas M.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Points faibles : Communication

Super views

Sunrise , ocean view from master bedroom and living room.
Séjour de 5 nuits en janvier 2025
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Amarendra G.

Great condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, very well maintained condo (E7). Highly recommend.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Maren W.

You're able to feel Kauai from your balcony

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was amazing. The mechanica s of the place are perfect, location, check in,cleanliness. It's the awesome island feel that's everywhere. Roosters roam freely, the ocean sounds, the gentle breeze and short soft rain showers make this place a dream come true. Be prepared for quiet time with everything you need a short drive away.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Jared P.

Location, Location, Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful trip to Kauai and a big part of it was because of this condo that the owner shared with us. We have stayed at other Sea Lodge condo's before but this one couldn't have been much better. The view from every window was incredible. Either the seeing the beautiful sunrise over the ocean in the morning or the beautiful sunsets in the evening. This condo couldn't have been placed any better. It also has plenty of privacy too. We highly recommend Sealodge E7.
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Janet and Ashok S.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

View is as advertised!

We had a great stay! The views of the ocean from the large windows in each room were amazing. The location was convenient for getting to many beaches, including Hideaways, Hanalei, and Anini, and for exploring the Napali coast. The only thing that went wrong was that the lockbox code no longer worked well before the 10 AM check-out time. Luckily, one of us had stayed in the rental while the other was moving luggage to our rental car, so it didn't end up being a problem. Also, note that the decor is dated (as is visible in the posted pictures), which may matter to some people, but wasn't something we cared about.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juillet 2023
Avis vérifié

6/10 – Acceptable

Jack K.

Points forts : ArrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

Needs AC and updated

The view is fabulous. The place really needs updated and ac to make it a nice property. The shower drain is really slow therefore you stand in dirty water to shower. Sugar ants were all over the kitchen. Princeville is a beautiful area and we had a nice wedding in Hanalei Bay. Please consider ac and getting rid of the carpet. The washer/dryer is nice to have.
Séjour de 5 nuits en octobre 2023
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Marietta S.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

View is amazing

As said, the view and the weather are the best part of the condo and overcome any deficiencies. Condo a little worn and dated. Comfortable seating, and bed. Washer/dryer in unit was handy. Path to beach is really treacherous. Should be replaced with steps. Well-equipped. A little tricky to find the right condo. I would stay again. Luxury resort right next door for quick meal. The Makai golf course is just amazing next to property. They have a Sunset golf tour, which you should not miss Do the helicoptor tour, the Wailua river tour, and drive to Waimea Canyon.
Séjour de 9 nuits en décembre 2024
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Lynn G.

Points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.

Sea lodge E-7

It was okay, had a problem with TV (we’re not techy folks) and office called back next day (even though it was supposed to be open when we called) to solve it but in the meantime we missed the Super Bowl. Hubby not a happy camper! Bathroom extremely small. Mostly clean but could use a little extra cleaning in places.
Séjour de 7 nuits en février 2024
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

6/10 – Acceptable

Linda S.

Good view

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was ok. The view was really nice. The unit very old. Kitchen cabinet doors kept opening, no air conditioning- hot during day. Kitchen lacked needed items. If you want a view great place but otherwise old and dated. We were missing beach towels and called but they never came.
Séjour de 4 nuits en septembre 2023
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

6/10 – Acceptable

Jon R.

Sealodge E7

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is wonderful up on the cliff above the waves. The sound of the waves is very soothing and a great way to doze off. The problem is that there is a unit right above with tile floors and the constant noise drowns out the waves. From early in the morning to late at night. Because there was a 4 day storm, we had to spend a lot of time in the condo. Also, they could spring for some new beach chairs. The ones that are there were cheap and broken. We had to go rent them because they were useless.
Séjour de 8 nuits en avril 2024
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Eric N.

Breathtaking View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view at this place is breathtaking. Pictures do not do it justice. Beach chairs, snorkel gear, umbrella, and towels are all provided. It’s located close by to tons of activities. I would definitely recommend a stay here if you are looking to explore the northern side of Kauai. 10/10 would stay here again!
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Ellen B.

Clean, cozy and comfy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is the second time I've stayed at Sealodge and the first time in this unit. It was VERY clean, the bed is super comfy and the linens were soft and crisp. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. Awesome view out of the windows and lanai. No dishwasher, which wasn't a problem for us, but a consideration for someone who doesn't like to handwash dishes. The unit is the perfect size for 2 people to have a romantic vacation, there's a bed for a child/third person but I can see it being a little cramped with three or more people.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

Tracy S.

Sealodge Spectacular

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Kauai Kahana Vacations was awesome! In the booking stage, I was very concerned about our ability to sleep on a hard mattress. KKV promised a mattress topper and delivered! Our month at Sealodge was excellent. Waking up to that view...fantastic. Princeville and Hanalei were all one could ask for; restaurants, beaches, hiking, kayaks, grocery etc. Great location. The negatives pale compared to the overall experience. However, there were alot of issues. At Sealodge the pool was closed probably until summer. Parking was tough if you came back after10 o'clock PM. The E7 unit itself was tired. Mattress was OLD and crushed at the edge. Dishwasher broken when we checked in and replacement unavailable. Stereo unit was old and completely shot, wouldn't play a CD, tape and no radio because the antenna was broken off. The refrigerator was old and would go into fits making a slapping noise that could wake the dead, it did its primary purpose satisfactory. No TV in the bedroom. Unit in the living room was small. Washer/dryer was excellent. Unit needs an overhaul. We will definitely come back but will try a different unit. View was incredible though! Thanks for the excellent vacation and as I said, the problems were at the worst...pesky.
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Brian F.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication et emplacement.

Great spot, no internet

Old unit that is reasonably maintained for everything except the internet connection that didn’t work during the entire stay even though other people in Sealodge had connectivity. Very tranquil location.
Séjour de 5 nuits en août 2022
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

10/10 – Excellent

A guest from Douglaston, NY

Family Fun

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place had an amazing view. Although out dated was very clean. The condo was well stocked with beach chairs, goggles and beach towels.The first night toilet was broken it took 3 visits from maintenance before it was working. This should have been checked ahead of time.The location was great.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire

8/10 – Bien

Mike A.

Sealodge E7

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great Views> Rustic condos a little worn but nice to stay at. Upstairs guests/residents a little noisy from time to time.