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Dwell-Style Mountain Retreat!

Doug is a superhost.
Doug

Dwell-Style Mountain Retreat!

3 guests1 bedroom1 bed1 bath
3 guests
1 bedroom
1 bed
1 bath
Entire home
You’ll have the guesthouse to yourself.
Doug is a Superhost
Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.
Great location
94% of recent guests gave the location a 5-star rating.
Great check-in experience
94% of recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

The space

Dwell luxury and style meet in this modern 1 bed/1bath guest home in Manoa Valley, complete with mid-century modern furniture, concrete floors, high ceilings and designer rugs. Designed with two glass sliding doors that open up to an expansive yard and magnificent mountain views, with a small peak of the back of Diamond Head and the ocean. The front yard includes a teak dining table with a market umbrella for shade from sun or brief mountain showers and a propane barbeque. Day bed or sofa in living room can be used to accommodate a third person. Sofa is not a sofa bed.

Recessed lighting and in-ceiling speakers in every room are wired for wireless Airplay through mobile devices/smartphones/iPads, etc. Kitchen includes a below counter refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, bar sink, and Nespresso Coffee Maker with coffee for your stay. Please note that there is not a stove or cooktop in the house, but if you are comfortable using a grill, it's a great alternative.

Amenities

Kitchen
Wifi
Laptop-friendly workspace
Iron
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
The host hasn't reported a carbon monoxide detector on the property.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Common spaces
1 couch

Availability

Reviews

110 reviews
Communication
5.0
Location
5.0
Check-in
5.0
Accuracy
5.0
Cleanliness
4.9
Value
4.9
Sheryl Ann User Profile
Sheryl Ann
March 2020
If you’re thinking of booking a hotel for your trip, DON’T. This place is absolutely beautiful and way more relaxing than a hotel would’ve been. Typically I stay with family in Wahiawa, but I wanted to try something different. Location - Right in the beautiful Manoa Valley…
Doug User Profile
Response from Doug:
Thank you, Sheryl. What a nice review. We really enjoyed having you guys and please come back and visit soon. Aloha!
March 2020
Rebecca User Profile
Rebecca
February 2020
Doug was an amazing host, quick to respond, easy to talk to. The place is beautiful and amazing, although at the top of a steep set of stairs or up the neighbors driveway, it was wonderful and very private. We loved it
Ashleigh User Profile
Ashleigh
January 2020
Amazing space and wonderful hospitality!
Lucy User Profile
Lucy
November 2019
This was the first time we've ever made plans around an air bnb availability and our first time for a long stretch in one location. How ideal in all the important ways. You are nested above Manoa Valley, which gives you a glorious vista, birdsong, and skies of every mood. …
Richard User Profile
Richard
November 2019
A spectacular location ideal for relaxing with a lot of privacy. Beautifully decorated. Important note for older travelers (like us): main access is via steep steps without a handrail but there is also access via steep neighbor’s driveway which we actually found easier. We opted…
Whitney User Profile
Whitney
October 2019
Doug met us when we got in to show us around. The place sits up high and is just as beautiful walking up as in the photos. There are several steep stairs up but once up, it's a nice view! The location is nice because it's not right in the middle of all the businesses of the city,…
Sandra User Profile
Sandra
September 2019
Lovely scenic but private, quiet place to relax after a long day of touring. Manoa Valley is beautiful. Not far from Honolulu. You can frequently see large rainbows outside your window and glimpse Diamond Head in the distance. Accommodations are very comfortable. Doug has…

Hosted by Doug

Honolulu, HIJoined in July 2013
Doug User Profile
143 Reviews
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Doug is a SuperhostSuperhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.
I enjoy writing, traveling, photography, ocean sports, and spending time with my family. I love the outdoors and consider my family and friends my most valuable asset. I was born and raised in Hawaii and am from a big family. Please ask any questions you may have about the…
Interaction with guests
Since the guest house is so private, we may hardly ever see you, so please speak up if you want to get to know us or just know more about Hawaii or the area in general. We are very laid back and enjoy living in Hawaii.
Response rate: 90%
Response time: within an hour
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Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout: 12:00 PM
Check-in
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout
12:00 PM

House Rules

  • No smoking
  • No pets
  • No parties or events

Cancellations

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