Title: An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=29482947&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable Beachside cottage with outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels - An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable (Hauula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29483000/29482947/954e7b78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable (Hauula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29483000/29482947/975882f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable (Hauula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29483000/29482947/2a3daa9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library - An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable (Hauula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29483000/29482947/b8443fa9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable (Hauula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29483000/29482947/e16a364b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable and take advantage of golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. This cottage is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable If you are looking for Paradise, this is IT. The location of this Little Cottage is 30 feet out the front door to the most beautiful sandy beach. The snorkeling and fishing are exciting. There is a pool on the property, exercise room, Bar-B-Q area and parking. This cottage is completely furnished with all you will need. There are local restaurants nearby and Super Markets. You will never forget the Sunset and Sunrise as you sit in the comfort of this House by the Sea. There are turtles everywhere on the beach in the early morning. This cottage is perfect if you are looking for a serene, calm, quiet vacation. There is everything you will need included with this rental. Boogie boards, snorkel equipment beach mats, beach chairs and umbrella, a pool (unless being worked on) and many more items to make it comfortable. The Bar-B-Q and pool are nearby for the perfect chef. 🌺🌺 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: There are designated smoking areas on the property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Optional golf privileges - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 750 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948700/33948629/13387790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Condo in Punaluu. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number GE-191-932-4160-01, TA-191-932-4160-01 ### Property is also known as Absolute Perfect Paradise Affordable House Hauula Absolute Perfect Paradise Affordable House Absolute Perfect Paradise Affordable Hauula Absolute Perfect Parase Affor An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable Hauula An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable Cottage An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable Cottage Hauula ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C21.59057%2C-157.89046&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XaQBzLlBC5PoXKlrYxgGmWbZQrY=) Hauula, HI #### What's nearby - Kaluanui Beach \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Punalu'u Beach Park \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Hauula Beaches \- 2 min drive \- 1.9 km - Pearl Harbor \- 53 min drive \- 52.3 km - Waikiki Beach \- 58 min drive \- 57.5 km #### Getting around - Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 55 min drive - Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shrimp The Bomb - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pounders Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Seven Brothers - ‬11 min drive - ‪Papa Ole's Kitchen - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable have a pool? ### Is An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable? ### What time is check-out at An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable? ### Where is An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## An Absolute, Perfect Paradise and Affordable Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 127 8 - Good 29 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dwight L. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view! While the cottage is a little old, it's comfortable and had everything we needed. The view, closeness to the beach, and the sea turtles basking on the beach in the early mornings definitely make it a place to experience. The host, Terrie, is extremely helpful and responsive. ##### Dwight L. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie L. Jan 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location We stayed in the Lanai the entire time. Saw turtles every morning on the beach. Very relaxing and met many great people! Terrie the host was wonderful. ##### Stephanie L. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine G. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Getaway We can't wait to come back! The cottage is petite and lovely, with ocean views and a lanai that is just steps from the water. The kitchen had everything we needed. Our host, Terrie, was proactive about communicating with us regarding some construction happening during our stay on an adjacent building, which we sincerely appreciated. Terrie also checked in with us during our visit to make sure we had everything we needed. We'd absolutely recommend this little oasis to friends and family, and we can't wait to return! ##### Catherine G. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darryl P. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach front location Nice place and close to a nice beach. ##### Darryl P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Rose M. Nov 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So relaxing Perfect place to relax and enjoy the view. Great place to get away from the crowds and explore the northern area of the island. 15 min. to Kualoa Ranch where there is something for everyone ##### Mary Rose M. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette G. Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Hawaiian get-away The cottage delivers … it offers premium location (10 steps to the beach); a lanai to enjoy the views day and night; easy trips to the local food truck scene and the Polynesian Cultural Center. Drive a little further north, you’ll be at Dole Plantation and the Banzai Pipeline to watch surfing. Honolulu is only an hour south. We’ll definitely be back - one our best vacations !! ##### Jeanette G. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. Nov 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location We enjoyed a very nice sunrise each day. Nice to have the back sliding door open right a beach view ##### Robert B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie G. Mar 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolute Paradise The location directly on the beach could not be better! The lanai is beautiful and it was so peaceful to relax while listening to the ocean waves. The cottage was well equipped and comfortable. We would stay again! ##### Julie G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas N. Sep 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Steps from the ocean Beautiful, clean, and quiet. ##### Nicholas N. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip M. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway Spot to Relax We wanted a relaxing location to getaway from the busyness of the big city, and this place was just that. 10 steps out the back patio, and you’re on the beach. The place was cool enough with the fans, and it had everything we needed to have peace of mind, including kitchen items to cook in when we wanted to. Definitely a spot to come back to. ##### Philip M. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise on Oahu Couldn't ask for anything else for this little GEM on Oahu. It is great to get away from the hussle of Waikiki and enjoy the North Shore. This little bungalow is right on the beach! Perfect romantic place for a simple get away! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dishon C. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect My wife and I were here for our Anniversary. It was a great cottage. Its just as described. The beach was wonderful, with opportunities to see sea turtles steps away. We would love to have been able to stay longer and will be back. ##### Dishon C. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marci H. Dec 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaii beach Quiet, just a few using the beach which we appreciate. Groceries and restaurants within 20 minutes. Tate parks and other beaches very close. ##### Marci H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebekah A. Sep 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! This cottage was absolute paradise. Everything was just so wonderful - the view, the relaxation, the beach being a mere 30 feet from the lanai. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation spot. The space is set up perfectly to feel spacious and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to make/have meals. Many thanks to Terrie for the caring, kind, and quick communication as well. ##### Rebekah A. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard S. Oct 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location The location and description of the cottage is 100% accurate. It's a beautiful, peaceful location just steps from the beach. You're also within easy driving distance to all the attractions of the North Shore. You can easily have a morning swim, see some sights and then return for a early evening swim...or, spend the entire day at the cottage/beach. There are plenty of food options nearby. I especially liked the kitchen at Kaya's Country Store and it's an easy walk. Terrie is a great communicator and really cares that you enjoy your stay. ##### Richard S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard H H. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Richard Hayes The cottage was wonderfully comfortable and well furnished/supplied, in a great location on O'ahu. It was perfect for my short trip!. My only concern is that the standard sized pick-up truck that I rented at HNL would never have been able to get into parking spot #16, if the slot next to it (#15) had been used. I was lucky that slot next to mine was unoccupied throughout my entire stay. The rental needs to explicitly advertise the very tight parking/maneuvering radius that goes with the assigned parking stall for this cottage, and advise renters to bring a compact vehicle. Thanks again for the great accomodation, Terrie! ##### Richard H H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah J. Jan 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little cottage on the ocean with all the comforts of home Cute little cottage on the beach. We saw turtles nesting on the beach and swam with them right outside. Great winds kept us cool at night Kitchen/laundry and all the amenities of home. Terrie was a thoughtful and responsive host-even checked in on us when the power was out in the area. The location was perfect for us to set out on adventures all over Oahu. Fantastic cottage to use as your home base and a home away from home. Quiet area, but life starts early on the island and you can hear roosters and people outside. Not an issue for us, we were trying to make use of every minute, but would be hard to sleep late if that’s your lifestyle . Loved this little cottage with its beautiful lanai ##### Sarah J. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Becky G. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great location The best part of this place was its lanai and ocean front location. Appreciated all the beach equipment. We also saw sea turtles on the beach daily at dusk. From 1-19 max one day. The cottage is a set of 3 with 4 units each and part of a high rise condo complex in need of and in process of restoration. Hence the scaffolding and noisy work right behind the cottage that prevented enjoying its location during the day. (Terrie did inform us of street side work when we made the reservation and updated us that the work had moved to the backside of the cottage but unfortunately it was too late to cancel.) The interior is worn and could use a good cleaning and editing of accumulated stuff. The presumably older photos make it appear better than the reality. The exterior cottage photo is of the other 2 cottages. ##### Becky G. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mujeeb J. Feb 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Views, Lanai Perfect property for a couple. Although, the place is a little dated and tight, the views can't be beat. Walking right onto a beautiful beach was the best feature of this property. Terrie is a great host and called to check up on us and see if we made it in okay. She also provided great tips on where to spot turtles in the early hours of the morning. Pros: on a beautiful beach, amazing lanai, thoughtfully furnished with all essential items, good internet, walking distance to shops and amazing food trucks Cons: tight space, a little dated, no a/c or dishwasher, noise from neighboring units. Overall, we had a positive experience and recommended for a couple who are willing to overlook some of the drawbacks. ##### Mujeeb J. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara C. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to enjoy the whole island First off, Terrie is great to work with…she’s quick to respond, answered all my questions and gave us great tips! This is a great little cottage that reminds me of a south Florida bungalow. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and the refrigerator/freezer is great! This was our first time in Hawaii/Oahu and this is the coast to stay on! Easy to get anywhere on the island from here! We traveled over the entire island and saw all it’s beauty! A great week! Loved the lanai and our own beach and listening to the ocean. My husband swam with turtles! (Of course, that’s when I wasn’t in the water…Lol!) The last afternoon I was looking forward to floating on tubes and snorkeling at the beach, but alas rain came so we enjoyed just being in the lanai! Saw our only rainbow on Oahu that afternoon and got a great pic to remember our fabulous week! Mahalo Terrie! ##### Barbara C. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia G. Dec 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hated to Leave Our stay was absolutely perfect for us. After a week in busy Waikiki, the peacefulness and much slower pace of the Northeast side of the island was perfect for the soul. The cottage itself was so welcoming-with everything one could need for beach living, and playing—and it was literally 20 steps to the beach! Everything from linens to kitchen stuff was clean and available, and the owner was always available to answer questions. …..and that lanai-our favorite place in the cottage!!! From early morning coffee/sunrises, to evening meals watching and listening to the ocean-it was simply an outstanding place to “be”. The sunrises were stunningly beautiful, the breezes were lovely, and if one is an early riser, you might be lucky enough to see the turtles (some HUGE) resting on the beach before they return to the ocean for the day. This was our second stay in the immediate area, and this cottage is, by far, the best fit for us! We look forward to visiting the island and staying at this little bit of paradise again. Aloha, and mahalo, Terrie, for sharing Paradise with us! 💞 ##### Patricia G. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tracey M., Calgary, Alberta Canada Dec 31, 2023 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Punaluu cottage This cottage has great potential. It is a lovely location right on the beach. Turtles come up on the beach in the evening and you can see them while snorkeling right in front of the cottage. Terri the host is quite easy to get ahold of if needed. It was also easy to fine (even in the pouring rain). Parking spot is quite small and would be hard for a larger car to get into the spot. (We had a Corolla). The inside of the cottage is well equipped. The problems we had we with the cleanliness of the unit. To be honest it could use a thorough cleaning. There was also a bit of an ant problem in the kitchen. We were not comfortable preparing food. I would use some pesticide spray on the counter but as soon as you brought out any food to prepare a meal there they were. Our expenses went up on this trip because we were eating away from the place.. I don’t make these comments to take away from the owner however as a person who only gets a holiday like this every few years I would have like to have known. I can be a little bit of a clean freak but perhaps cleaning whatever was on the wall behind the sliding door in the bathroom might be necessary. Great place if you are not a clean freak and don’t mind sharing you meal with ants. ##### Tracey M. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Dotty and Don C., Albuquerque, NM USA Sep 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Picture Perfect Beach Location The view is to die for!!! The patio is very comfortable. It is definitely a COTTAGE as the owner refers to it. Unfortunately, the weather was so perfect while we were there that it was too hot for us to sleep at night. We had no airflow. There were two nice floor fans and an above fan that tried to cool it down for us. We come from no humidity, though. We kept the windows open, but it wasn't enough for us. But, if you want a perfect beach, don't mind a tiny coffee pot, and don't mind doing your own dishes on vacation, this is the place for you. We came for a wedding and had a lot of luggage as a result. There is no way we could have fit a 3rd person in it. The bathroom and shower are very small, too. But, if you just bring your beach clothes, a 3rd person can fit. I never used the pool because of our schedule and the hours it was open. The laundry is in the highrise next to it. Also, you get one assigned parking spot which is VERY close to the cottage. But, you better be a great driver to park in it. We had a Camaro and could barely swing into it when the other car was in it's slot. The owner really needs a diagram of which condo of the 4 in the Quadroplex is yours. And, there should be big lettering on the door to help you identify you are entering the proper door upon check-in. That would make the check-in process easier. I was afraid I was going to enter the wrong cottage. It was hit and miss. ##### Dotty and Don C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff S. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Awaits Terrie has an amazing beach front property which words can't explain. We didn't want to leave lol. 40 min from Waikiki and the HNL airport. Markets and shops all close by. I will be back! Thank you Terrie! ##### Jeff S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam B. May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Post meeting getaway After a science meeting in Honolulu, my wife and i needed some relaxation and physical exertion. This site delivered! ##### Adam B. 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