Phil L.
July 2023
We brought the entire family to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary and it was fabulous. The house was everything they said it was and more. The pool was great and watching the turtles in the small bay was a lot of fun. Having lots on beach equipment made going to the beach a easy. The kitchen was well stocked and the meals we had there were easy to prepare. We would highly recommend renting.
Ron H.
July 2023
I recommend that there be a warning about the step up from the garage entrance. Multiple falls. Plants growing out of gutters reflects negatively on an otherwise beautiful place. Steps down to pool area can get slippery without some type of railing. These may be liability issues for owner.
Linda O.
March 2023
It was an amazing location with all the amenities you need. Beautiful access to turtle cove where we saw and swam with the turtles, a calm bay that young children could access. our host responded quickly when we need her help. it was perfect!!
Sivan W.
January 2023
First, the positives!
+ Incredibly responsive and helpful property management - Julie was a total pleasure
+ Walk down to the private cove and pool is incredible (lovely sunsets from the bluffs and SO MANY TURTLES!)
+ Close to market (you can walk to the grocery store), and short drive to wonderful beaches (our fave was DT Fleming) and great shopping (Whaler's Village)
+ Large and open common area that easily accommodates families who like to cook, which we did a lot of! Also appreciated the stocked propane for the outdoor grill!
+ Tons of beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys to use and plenty of towels both bath and beach
On the not so good....
- Apparently because of the rains, there was a rodent issue in the house. Specifically rats in the pantry. We had 3 dead rats caught in traps inside the pantry over the course of the first 3 days of our stay. Property management was very responsive and sent people to dispose of the dead rats, clean, and try to prevent more.
- Layout of rooms and bathrooms was a bit odd and house generally is a bit outdated.
Alice A.
October 2022
This is a wonderful property! Our 3-generation family of 9 people spent 2 weeks in David's terrific home, making unforgettable memories. We highly recommend the house for an extended visit to paradise.
Pros: Hands down, our favorite part of the property was the cove, where several members of our group swam with the sea turtles at all times of the day. And the fact that some of us could be at the pool and watch other family members enjoy the ocean just a few feet away -- that was great. About 90% of the time, we had the pool/cove entirely to ourselves! And on the very short walk from the house, we often picked up mangos that had recently dropped from the many (very tall) mango trees. Our second favorite thing was the back lanai, where we enjoyed the early morning bird serenades, lush vegetation and lovely sunsets. So peaceful, and the view was outstanding. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we did a lot of cooking. The mattresses were excellent, and the bath/beach towels high quality. Fran, the property manager, was very responsive to our occasional minor requests and questions. We felt well taken care of. The landscape staff came frequently to keep the outdoor areas clean/tidy. There was plenty of space in the house for everyone to have privacy when desired and to gather comfortably for meals and socializing.
Cons: The bathroom situation was somewhat inconvenient at times. One of the downstairs bedrooms doesn't have access to a bathroom at night except for the one in the upstairs hallway. This meant the people in that bedroom had to go upstairs to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, and had to coordinate with others to get shower time in the en suite bathrooms in other bedrooms. Also, the upstairs hall bathroom, which serves bedroom #2 upstairs, had a nice bathtub with a hand-held shower attachment but no stand-up shower. The two people in that bedroom had to schedule time to use the shower in the master suite when they wanted to shampoo their long hair. The hot tub seemed to be in an odd place, in our opinion: a few feet in front of the house's front door. (That's probably why we didn't use it.) To us, the logical place for the hot tub would have been the lower-level patio, just outside the downstairs family room.
Despite those minor things, we rate this a 5-star property. The location on Maui is wonderful -- convenient to food/essentials while also being in a peaceful, very beautiful spot. Stay there -- you'll love it!
July 2022
Very unique and Wonderful Property!! Great memories were made for All! Mahalo
Teresa Y.
March 2022
This house is amazing! Celebrated my husband’s 60th bday with our kids and spouses and 3 grand babies . Very clean and organized. The pictures say it all . The kitchen is set up for anything you want to cook for a family meal. Plenty of towels and beach towels. Along with a Washer and dryer . The Furniture and beds are very comfortable. Best Experience ever. Fran was very accommodating and responsive when needed . Book your flight Just pack your clothes and go !
Melissa G.
January 2022
We had a very merry Christmas week with cousins at Turtle Cove.
First off, Fran is an excellent host. Very attentive!
The house works well for a big group, with lots of room for hanging out together. The view from the lanai is fantastic. The great room is made even greater by the fact that the sliding doors open the full length of the lanai. The kitchen is well stocked. We had many dinners at home. It comfortably sleeps 9. We had parents upstairs, kids downstairs. The master bedroom suite is stunning and huge. The other bedrooms are comfortable but a bit dark, as the house is built into the hill. The bathroom situation is fine, just a little quirky --- Bedroom 2 has a jetted tub but no shower (just handheld), and Bedroom 3 has to access bathroom through other downstairs bedrooms or share with upstairs (the master bath became a family bath for us.) The loads of beach gear - chairs, boogie boards, snorkels, beach toys - came in very handy.
The setting is beautiful and lush. We did not spend much time down by the pool as the cove was too rough for swimming and snorkeling, but imagine it is fantastic in calmer weather. We had a fun sunset excursion out to the rocks on the nob, where we met one of the resident turtles. Great spot and time for family photos!
The Napili area has lots going on. Many beaches to check out. We enjoyed Oneloa and Kahekili. Kapalua Beach is beautiful, but too crowded at Christmas time. The Kapalua Coastal Trail is worth checking out (Ironwood cliffs are awesome). And the proximity of Napili Market is a big plus.
Other recommendations include Whale Watch with the Pacific Whale Foundation, North Loop coastline road (hairy and awesome), backroad to Hana (same), Lahaina Pali Trail (beautiful and great for whale spotting), surf lessons with Rivers to the Sea, Moku Roots for lunch. And if you can snag parking res for Halakalea Sunrise, it is so worth getting up for!
You will have a great time at Turtle Cove!
Deb J.
August 2021
Craig and Fran were great hosts. We had a few questions the first couple of days and after that we didn't need anything from them. The pool and Turtle Cove were the highlights of our time spent at the home. The home was beautiful and our family especially enjoyed the art displays throughout the first and second floors. Other highlights included: the view from the upper lanai, birds singing in the morning, "hunting" for lizards-kid favorite and all the beach gear. We made use of almost all of it! Our family had a wonderful time at this home and after each of our daily excursions, we were able to come back to a restful, quiet oasis.
Johnson Family
Christie & John P.
August 2021
To say the host were responsive would be a huge understatement, with a group of our size traveling across the pacific during the "post" pandemic period you are assured to have a few hiccups. Craig and Fran were top notch. The property was beautiful and more than capable of handling multiple generations and sizes. Pool is secluded and as private as one can expect of a shared asset. The private cove was great for snorkeling and floating, not perfect for beaching. however, one of the best beach/snorkle/paddleboard beaches in the world, Kapalua, is a five minute drive north.
The only negative were the crowds, plan ahead if you have and "must dos" on your list. I'd also recommend Fleetwoods on Front Street for a sunset roof top meal......
Rob and Mary Kay G.
August 2021
In a word SPECTACULAR ! It has everything you need and more. The absolute best feature is the essentially private beach in a secluded cove a two minute walk away. You will be amazed with the turtles and colorful fish we swam with while snorkeling which we did every day. There is a pool at the beach but who wants a pool when you have the Pacific Ocean! Another plus is the shopping center with a market and restaurants a short stroll away. The view from the deck is amazing. The owners were extremely responsive to any questions we had. You can’t go wrong with this place!
Jane and George M.
July 2021
This spacious home was pretty much as advertised. Lovely living quarters, especially upstairs. Well stocked kitchen and we used it a lot! Good location and proximity to attractions. We did get some icky bugs (the tropics, but maybe could have used a bit more spraying) and the hot tub was less than desirable - small and kinda smelly and the indoor spa/tub didn't work on the high setting. The pool was great, though a bit of a walk from the house. The bay was nice for snorkeling; we saw turtles and other interesting sea life. Overall a wonderful experience, the owners even included a gift basket.
Mark C.
July 2021
The location is also very convenient. The Napili grocery market and other shops are < 5-minute walk from the home, and you are close to both the Napili beach area and also less than 10 minutes from Kanapali (and just a few minutes more to get to Lahaina).
Cathy S.
June 2021
We loved our stay, it truly is a beautiful home. The house is maintained well, was very clean and had all supplies needed for our stay. The area is gorgeous, the pool was wonderful and the cove was easy access. The turtles are beautiful and we saw them daily. Fran and Craig were easy to work with and quickly took care of any issue we had.
Sue B.
June 2021
This house is a mini resort in itself. The WOW factor can't be overstated with every convenience and need met for our family of 11. The house has two living areas, a gourmet kitchen with every appliance, a phenomenal master suite and beautiful, private landscaping. A short walk through a mango grove leads you to a quiet community pool and a private cove for snorkeling. A farther walk up a cliff rewards you with a stunning sunset. To really appreciate the house, grab your book and a glass of wine and make yourself comfortable on the back porch. As you take in the changing landscape of the island of Molokai across the Pacific channel, you won't finish the book but you will the wine.
CESAR B.
June 2021
The house amazing!!!
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