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68% Recommend19 ratings · 14 reviews
This campsite offers a truly off-grid experience with mixed reviews. Many guests appreciated the serene and remote setting, finding it a perfect escape from city life with comfortable accommodations and a relaxing outdoor shower. However, some reviews highlighted issues with unclear directions, communication, and misleading descriptions, leading to concerns about safety and cleanliness. For those who enjoy a rustic glamping experience and are prepared for its quirks, it might be an adventurous getaway, but it's important to consider the feedback on the location's remoteness and host interactions.
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Sarah H.
2 reviews
I strongly advise against booking this property due to significant misrepresentation, lack of basic amenities, and unsafe conditions.
We had to leave after our first night, as it was untenable.
Major Issues -
Power & Water Failures: We were only informed on arrival that we had to turn on the power ourselves. It was complicated, a cable even caught fire, and major amenities still didn’t work, including the fridge, multiple lights, and water.
No Running Water: Despite booking a cabin for the bathroom, we had no working toilet or shower. The outdoor shower was overgrown and filthy.
False Advertising -
The listing included:
(1) A hot shower (there wasn’t one in the condo as disclosed).
(2) A fridge (it didn’t work, replaced by a chilly bin with no ice).
(3) WiFi (barely functional).
(4) Proper lighting (several lights didn’t work, including in the bedroom).
Poor Maintenance & Cleanliness -
The property was rundown, dirty, had holes in the walls, a broken door seal, and curtains that didn’t fully close which provided difficulty with cooling the space and preventing light in the morning.
Unfair Post-Booking Requirements -
We were forced to sign a waiver upon the day of arrival, and adhere to many conditions/limitations and told to pretend we worked there—completely unethical.
Violation of Hipcamp’s Standards -
This listing fails to meet basic safety and honesty standards. After no proper response or refund, we feel obligated to warn others and urge Hipcamp to take action.
Marion C.
3 reviews
The site was not true to the original description and the communication was poorly handled.
Something was strange, because we don't think we should have to lie to the neighbors saying that we are farmers when we are guests.
The site does not look like the pictures, there is no view, it is not clean and it is smelly.
We thought it was not worth the money they are asking for.
Tori J.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
It is exactly as described. Remember it is a tent so gets a lil warm in the daytime but this wasn’t a problem because we were always doing something during the day. The bed is very comfortable and the outdoor shower is relaxing a bit cold at night lol but nice! Overall I give it 10/10 because it was exactly what we were looking for.
Travis C.
7 months on Hipcamp
This place was great, very off grid but close enough to town. It was a nice set up. Propane tank was empty so I didn’t have warm water but it wasn’t bad. BEAUTIFUL for sure.
Kate W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
16 ft car ·
Gorgeous Off Grid Glamping in NS!
We spent five nights at this off-grid glampsite, and felt the internal shift we were hoping for. Way up a country road and surrounded by nature, it was truly a transcendent experience. Even for two senior adults, the accommodations worked well. The bed is very comfortable, and the outdoor shower is practically life-changing. Our host was very responsive and helpful, and really went the extra mile to make sure we were happy. We would absolutely stay here again, ten times out of ten.
Eduardo C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2023
Great way to live & explore Kauai
16 ft car ·
Gorgeous Off Grid Glamping in NS!
He had a blast with the Van experience! We are avid campers, but it was our first time on a Van.
The host were great; giving us tips around the island, local gatherings happening and helping out with the Van check out ate the airport (so we didn't miss our flight - we lost quite sometime looking for a Diesel gas station, be sure to know before hand were you would find it).
Matterss and sheets were clean and smelling good. Solar system worked 100%.
Just too much sand laying around, I believe that due to the high season, there were not enough time to give it a proper cleaning in between guests... we gave it a treat, and we got a refund.
We stayed 6 days with the van, and only had to deal with the sink water once, which is great.
Fridge and fan were good and stove is more than enough.
Thing I would improve in the van:
Metal that holds the curtains looks like it's been broken for quite sometime, easy to fix;
on a limited space, we didn't need to have a gallon of liquid soup for the dishes, plus a small container filled one, just the small is fine;
the same goes for anything that is doubled - besides cookware;
I would adapt a small foldable bench by the bed... it would improve the indoor experience;
Adding some magnets al the ceiling to hold the cabinet doors open, would help.
For sure I would come back and do it all again.
Thank you guys for sharing Big Blue with us!
Location
Haleiwa, Honolulu, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Max S.
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