We have stayed at Plantation Hale about 4 times before this booking. This is the first time we booked through homeaway at this location. We like the location, the air conditioning is desired. Due to my husband's Grandmother age, we were waiting last minute to book to avoid not being able to cancel if we had to. We were so thankful Rae had this one available.
We didn't have the daily cleanup, the free dvd rentals or able to use the beach towels after checkout , but we had the cooler to use, aloe vera gel in the place to use, and upgraded coffee pot and toaster.
We were so happy the bathtub has been upgraded versus the other units we have stayed in. Still haven't ever used the pools or hot tub, but they look nice. It is sad they have boarded up the lot across the street, but her unit being on the 2nd floor, you still can standup and see the ocean. We still walked over about 3 evenings to see the sunset. Was so sad to not see locals fishing at night as we had before. Unsure if/when something will be built that may block the views. Still like the location and the ac, even if the view disappears.
The first time we stayed in Kauai we stayed in Poipu at a place without ac, have also stayed at a place in Princeville without ac. Sure makes it more like a vacation when you are more comfortable. There was a lot of traffic getting in and out during rush hour times, but all people are better about letting people merge than where we live.
Rae was great! We arrived around 1230pm, got our rental car and she allowed us to check in early since no one stayed there the day before. We didn't find a broom and dustpan to sweep during our stay, but made due using the vacuum attachment to clean up the tile floors. Whenever we messaged her, we heard back very quickly.
We cook more than most others on vacation. I brought my own pizza pan, rolling pin, and lots of other stuff. We had homemade pizza, green chili gravy and biscuits for breakfast as well as other stuff.
We recommend her place and wouldn't hesitate staying again.