Ann-Sophie S.
July 2023
We (my husband, little 1-year-old son and I) stayed at the Surfshack for 3 nights in June 2023 and felt very comfortable. The apartment is very lovingly and individually furnished. We also loved the details like the binoculars and beach items. Mark always had an open ear for questions and answered very quickly and in detail. The view is fantastic and the temperature in the apartment is very comfortable even without air conditioning.
Louis S.
July 2023
We had the best time and felt very pampered at Annie’s Surf Shack!! They first made it very easy to book and then get to the condo. Lots of great suggestions for getting food etc to just get to the fun times! The condo is on the 4th floor and has an elevator. The view from the Lanai were fabulous- we whale watched while eating breakfast. We also watched the sunset on one night from the lanai. They had everything you could want! The kitchen was super- even a blender- and we made fun rum smoothies! We will be back!!!
Jacqueline B.
July 2023
Annie’s surf shack has everything you need in a stay in Hawaii. The views from the balcony allow you to relax and enjoy the sunsets, as well as have a morning cup of coffee while spotting sea turtles and whales. Would give a 10/10 review.
Jin K.
July 2023
We had great time staying here. The condo was clean, the location was great, and the owner Mark was very responsive. We had a few questions during the staying, and he responded very fast,, which makes our stay much easier..
We saw whales from the balcony, and listened to the sound of ocean when we went to bed.
You can go to all the best beaches between 5 to 15min by car.
I highly recommend staying here if you visit the west side of Maui.
Holly S.
July 2023
We enjoyed a two week stay at Annie's Surf Shack. We absolutely loved sitting on the lanai and watching the sunsets and the whales. The condo is in a perfect location: close to snorkeling beaches and grocery stores. The condo has a well equipped kitchen; all of the items you would need for the beach (including snorkeling equipment); and a very comfortable bed. We especially appreciated the excellent communication with Mark, the owner. Quick response to any questions. We have no hesitations to planning a return visit!
pedram s.
July 2023
The unit itself was very clean and the area it's located in was, too. It had a lovely view of the ocean and we saw whales few times daily. The bed in the bedroom and the pull out sofa bed were both very comfortable as well. In addition, there was an elevator which made it very easy to move our luggage. The pool was nice. There were couple grills which we did not use during our stay, but they seemed to be in great condition and we saw other people using them. There was a staircase from the hotel area down to the beach and another one down to the reef for snorkeling, you can also see turtles from there. We also used the laundry room which was very convenient and we could pay using our mobile phones. Overall, it was a great experience and I definitely recommend it.
John R.
July 2023
Due to the excellent communication from Mark prior to our trip, we expected Annie’s to be nice. But we didn’t anticipate just how much our choice to stay here would enhance our vacation. Being a beachfront condo, we were able to drink our early morning coffee on the lanai enjoying the waves and being treated to an occasional whale breaching (our stay was late Feb & early Mar). There were binoculars there to allow a closeup view. We ate most breakfasts there just taking in the amazing scenery. And the sunsets were spectacular!!
The amenities were too numerous to mention…. Including every pot/pan/utensil/plate/glass you’d need. The mattress was very comfy and everything in the condo was immaculate. They had nice snorkeling equipment, body boards, coolers, etc… for use by guests. Very quiet neighborhood with ample free parking. Very close to most everything we did. Can’t think of a single thing I’d change (and I’m pretty picky). It helps that the owners use the condo when they’re in Maui.
Robert B.
July 2023
Annie's Surf Shack surpassed our expectations for a wonderful home to stay in for our anniversary trip! Not only was it a well supplied kitchen, but the ambiance was pure aloha. We would sit on that Lanai and watch Turtles, dolphins, and birds. They even had great quality binoculars to use! The decor was so beautiful, I loved the furniture, lamps, pictures, etc! We will definitely want to stay at Annie's again! Thank you to Mark and Annette!
Krista M.
July 2023
Everything had been thought through. The owners were awesome with information leading up to and during our stay.
Beautiful View. Really cool adjacent beach. Pretty lawn. Breezy tradewinds. Sounds of the waves. Quiet neighbors. Island perfect!
The kitchen was full of items needed to cook or just hang out and order delivery. Comfortable seating areas. Great King sized bed. The set up of the condo made sense and was utilized 100%.
The lanai (balcony) felt private. but still provided amazing views. One chaise, a high top table with chairs, and lots of anything you would need for a day at the beach.
Walking distance to necessities and Doordash seemed to be familiar with the location.
We discovered that just about everything on the northernly western side of the island was considered "Lahaina", so it was a little confusing at first, but we soon learned the area, and everywhere we went was a beautiful scenic drive.
We very much felt at home, it was a wonderful week.
Scott P.
July 2023
Great place to enjoy your stay in Maui. Incredible views from the lanai and a cozy feel to the condo.
Louis S.
July 2023
We had the best time and felt very pampered at Annie’s Surf Shack!! They first made it very easy to book and then get to the condo. Lots of great suggestions for getting food etc to just get to the fun times! The condo is on the 4th floor and has an elevator. The view from the Lanai were fabulous- we whale watched while eating breakfast. We also watched the sunset on one night from the lanai. They had everything you could want! The kitchen was super- even a blender- and we made fun rum smoothies! We will be back!!!
Jeff D.
February 2023
What a beautiful location. We've stayed at Kahana Reef previously and the top floor condo offered unsurpassed views (whales breaching, boats and a submarine). This area and complex is very quiet and the only sounds are the soothing waves rolling in. The unit was spotless and included everything one would need. We appreciated the vacuum to keep tidy for an extended stay. The detailed list of restaurants and activities provided were extremely helpful. Thank you Mark & Annette for impeccable communication throughout the process and we're already looking at dates for next time!
Jo-Ann C.
February 2023
Everything about this condo was perfect. The location is beautiful and close to restaurants, with grocery stores just a short drive away. The owners have provided everything you need for your comfort and the kitchen is well stocked with utensils and cooking needs. The bed is comfy and it's fairly quiet (the ocean did get a little loud at times but that's why you're there!).
We would definitely stay at Annie's Surf Shack again.
Dyan B.
March 2022
Great place to end our Maui vacation after being at a large resort for a few days. Although its kind of pain waiting on check in day, the condo was VERY clean and you can tell the owners really care about your stay. Comes with everything you need to enjoy beach time. Great bathroom towels (sometimes rentals cheap out on towels!) Am still missing my morning coffee with that amazing view every morning.
August 2021
This location was perfect! Loved being so close to everything! The owners were very helpful when needed! And the view… nothing can top it ❤️
JAMES J.
April 2021
Had a great time here in unit #412. Some of the best views on the island, and whales everywhere which we watched for hours from our lanai. There is a pair of binoculars here to make the viewing even better.The bed was comfortable which is a big deal for us. If you rent a car, be sure to do it months before you come.. Luckily we did, but I heard stories of people paying 3 to 4 times what we did for a 10 day rental. We cruised around most of this beautiful island but also had some much needed downtime at our condo. Owner and prop mgmt were easily contacted and immediately resolved one small problem we had. Will definitely stay at "Annie's Surf Shack" again! Mahalo❤
Gina W.
March 2020
Very nice condo in a great location with a great view. We really appreciated the tips from the owners. Only complaint were the parking spaces which are very small. Common problem in Hawaii.
Amanda M.
February 2020
Annie's Surf Shack is a fantastic location and the best views on West Maui. The owners were very responsive and provided great guidance and recommendations for our first visit to Maui. The condo was clean and comfortable. The lanai views are truly breathtaking. We saw dozens of whales, several sea turtles, and an octopus while snorkling off the public beach steps from the condo. We have begun discussing our next trip to Maui, and will no doubt be staying at Annie's Surf Shack! The 4 star review on check-in was due to the electronic code on the door not working, but it all worked out with a relatively minimal delay.
Thomas R.
February 2019
The Welpman’s and their property are absolutely fantastic. Great view of Molokai and Lanai. I spoke with Mark Welpman,the owner, a few times during our stay on small items that ocurred. He took care of them immediately and even had a friend of his come over on one of the items. We have never met them, but they treated us like family.
It can’t get better than that!
Thanks Mark and Annie. We really appreciated you and your hospitatlity.
Tom and Cynthia Roberge
Ocala, Florida
Robert R.
January 2019
Just finished a 9 day stay. The view and the location was fantastic. The condition of the furnishings, decorations and supplies were all great.
Mark was very responsive and helpful as to keeping us informed and was a perfect host to their rental unit.
The building is from the late 70’s but that’s the charm of the older building rentals as the tenants are mostly owners and very friendly. This unit, 412, was modernized nicely.
We attended a building social event with music and pot luck food. My wife along with another learned dancer even did a couple Hawaiian dances for those attending, (she’s a lifelong enthusiast).
The view from the condo affords whale watching like I’ve never seen. 4 floors up gives an amazing view. We fully recommend you stay here and try it.
...Only slightly negative comment is the shared BBQs ran out of fuel twice while there and both times were slightly later in the evening so we weren’t prepared for that. Moral of the story...cook earlier.
In summary, the time spent there will be remembered as fantastic and we will talk about the view from the lanai to anyone who will listen.
Kerry H.
January 2019
Very nicely decorated , wonderful comfy king bed. Nicely stocked kitchen. Communicating with Mark was great
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