The Hanalei Surfboard House

Two weeks after leaving the beautiful island of Kauai I am still thinking about my holiday and the wonderful time I had staying at the Hanalei Surfboard House. This is in no small part due to the host Simon Potts and his warm, welcoming hospitality. In fact so warm and welcoming was the atmosphere that it was almost like staying with family. The attention to detail in the Cowgirl Suite made it one of the best guest rooms I had ever stayed in not to mention the pleasure of sipping a cold beer in the beautiful tropical garden he has created. Of course the location is perfect - a minutes walk from stunning Hanalei Bay and close access to the shops and bars that make up Hanalei Town. I cannot recommend this guest house enough although a part of me now thinks of the Cowgirl Suite as my room!!! Most definitely one of the best holidays of my life. Mahalo Simon!

If you are looking for the PERFECT place stay on the North Shore for your vacation, look no further! My husband and I stayed at the Surfboard House (Cowgirl Suite) on our Honeymoon (summer 2011) and were absolutely blown away! Everything about the Surfboard House is paradise!
Simon is the host with the most. He has thought of everything. Frosty mugs in the freezer, Kauai coffee beans and maker, all the beach accessories you could possibly need, washer, dryer, any kitchen utensil you could possibly need, organic soaps and shampoos in bathroom, a grill, comfy back patio furniture and so on....
Here is a list of my favorite things.... the gardens, oh, the gardens... so lush, well maintained and so fragrant. The back yard... so peaceful, private and aesthetically pleasing. The bed... Egyptian cotton sheets, king size. The bathroom/shower... so unique, plenty of towels. Being so close to the beach... 30 sec walk to the beach, sunsets every night. The outdoor shower... I used this at least twice a day and LOVED having it because we spent a lot of time at the beach!! The 5 min. walk downtown... so convenient. And last but not least, Simon... always there if you needed him and at times would never even know he lived there. Simon is very welcoming, laid-back, friendly, generous and a great source of info about the Garden Isle.
We will only stay at the Hanalei Bay Surfboard when visiting Kauai!! Absolute paradise!!

Unique decor. Much character with extreme comfort. All units are lovely. I am particulary fond of the Cowgirl studio! If you are on your honey moon the Love shack would be divine!! The beds and bedding are comfy. The units are spacious and private. Large bathrooms and ample kitchen space. Retro living room with plenty of plush comfort. All considerations have been made for your visit. Full laundry. Outdoor shower. The IPod docking station was a real treat! Just short steps to Hanalei Bay - practically oceanfront! Close to Hanalei dining, shopping and Yoga Hanale (you will find a schedule on the refrigerator)i! Simon keeps an exquisite property that is sure to please even the most particular traveler!