Apartment was cramped for 4 people, for example there were not enough chairs, we had to use the balcony chairs. 3 beach chairs and other beach equipment were available. The apartment was across the street from the main building, which is by the sea.
Eli E.
July 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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The only issue was a smoke detector kept chirping. I think the battery was dying. The pots and pans are really worn out. Very minor issues. We are very happy with our stay.
Jeffory W.
July 2024
This property had everything we needed for a spectacular and relaxing vacation. The view of the shoreline is stunning and the sound of the ocean waves are soothing. We would, most definitely, return here again.
Jay H.
July 2024
This was an amazing vacation home
July 2024
The condo has recently been renovated and was very clean and well equipped with everything you need.It is perfectly located on the top floor in the middle of the building with the elevator very close.We never used the air conditioning because we left the sliders open so there was always a slight breeze and we could hear the waves crashing right below. The view and sunsets were spectacular. My only regret was we didn’t stay here longer. I would highly recommend this condo to anyone.
Mark W.
July 2024
We loved this condo! Great oceanfront location with AC. Clean and comfortable. Had a blast exploring the tide pools. We definitely plan to stay here again the next time we are in Kona.
Eric W.
July 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at this amazing condo. Everything was fantastic and the view from the lanai is epic. Our family had a wonderful stay here. The A/C works great and the beds were comfortable. There was a covered parking garage and a nice pool in the courtyard that was shaded by the building. We had three couples and a single guest and had plenty of space.
Heather E.
July 2024
Of the three properties we stayed during our two weeks in Hawaii, this was the family favorite! The condo had everything you needed (and more)! The parking was easy, my kids loved the pool, the king size bed was super comfortable and the two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms was a plus for my family. The unit had A/C which we ran only a couple times during really hot days. We never needed the A/C at night, and preferred to be lulled to sleep with the sound of the waves. The tide pools on the beach were fun to look at. We saw an eel, and many other ocean creatures. Da Poke Shack on property was tasty! We had a great time! Thanks for everything!
Stephanie L.
July 2024
Enjoy the beach and ocean views by day and fall asleep to the sounds of the Pacific waves at night. This is the perfect vacation rental for three singles or even three couples. Located right on the beach and convenient to everything Kona has to offer. Very clean and well appointed. Great location from the management company and concierge. Highly recommend using the free concierge service to plan and book activities.
Robb B.
July 2024
Great location. We loved listening to the ocean and eating on the lanai. Any issues or questions we had were handled quickly and efficiently.
Nic M.
July 2024
Perfect for our adventure
Vicky B.
July 2024
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The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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The property description is very accurate for this condo. It was very clean and all appliances that we used were in working order. The beds were comfortable as well.The lanai has comfortable seating and of course the view is number one of all things. If you like poke, The Poke Shack is on site and it is very good! My only negative is the facility itself needs work.
John M.
July 2024
Perfect location, breathtaking view from the lanai. Unit is really well maintained, clean and functional. We had a fantastic stay and our host was super responsive with any question that we had. Our only regret is to not have come here earlier in our trip. Couldn’t recommend more :)
Andreanne P.
July 2024
It was amazing
Amy C.
July 2024
We had a great time here! We enjoyed the beautiful ocean view in the mornings and evenings and the sunsets. Close to manta ray viewing location. The master bedroom has great views and air conditioning. Kids did complain about the car noise. Guest rooms only have fans. We would definitely stay here again!
Heidi S.
July 2024
The room is very dirty/dusty, the people in the room above ours sounded like they were moving furniture every night at all hours, and the property manager banged on our door (scared us to death) screaming that we were smoking.. then texted the person we were renting from that smoke was coming out when we opened the door (which is a flat out lie, my husband has horrible asthma and I can assure you we were not smoking). I would not recommend this place at all… stay far away!
Stephanie
July 2024
The condo had everything we needed and comftorably fit 2 adults, 2 teenagers, and 2 small children. It had a beautifl view from the lanai. We utilized the pool and hot tub and even swam at the beach directly by the condo. We'd stay here again!
Richard C.
July 2024
The condo had everything we needed and the lanai had a perfect view. We used the pool twice and swam at the small beach by the condo. Would stay again!
Richard C.
July 2024
This condo was absolutely amazing! A beautiful spot right on the water, hearing the ocean waves crashing in!
The apartment has absolutely everything you need, from personal amenities to beach and snorkeling gear.
The drive to nearby beaches and to the restaurants on Ali'i drive are both easy.
Mike was responsive when I called with a question, communication was easy.
The only downside is the bedroom in the front of the apartment gets a bit warm, the AC unit and the doors to the lanai are both in the back of the apartment so don't cool the front bedroom as easily.
Would happily recommend to anyone looking to stay in Kona!
Sudarshan P.
July 2024
This property has EVERYTHING, and I mean EVERYTHING. I am a frequent VRBO traveler and this is by far the best property that I have stayed.
Everything described in the listing and pictures was 100% accurate.
The communication with the owner Mike was next level. he was proactive, helpful and I felt a genuine effort by him to ensure we had the best possible stay. The written materials and communication he provided was off the hook: multiple suggested itineraries, best places to eat, locations of things to do broken down by mileage and time from condo, directions, checkin process, and a complete "bible" in the condo of literally all the amenities, appliances and "how tos".
The property was immaculately clean, fresh and inviting.
The kitchen had every gadget one would need.
The location is amazing. We sat out on the balcony every morning watching 4-6 surfers. You are so close to the ocean that even with the doors closed you can loudly hear the waves. The condo is about a 5-10 minutes drive into Kailua. About a 30 minute walk. Parking is readily available but it will cost you - about $10/hour in most public lots. We took an Uber once, which was actually sketch do to the driver. On the return trip, we had a better driver, but she informed us that there were only like 10 Uber drivers, not sure if that was true but it did take some time to get linked with a driver on the app.
On a scale of 1-10 this property/owner are an easy 10+. I'd write more but I'm limited by space.
Douglas H.
July 2024
Just returned from a great week in Hawaii! The condo was clean and well stocked. We loved sitting out on the balcony and enjoying the fabulous ocean view! Plenty of fans provided which was very much appreciated. It took us a couple days to adjust to the humidity, but the fans along with the ocean breeze helped us to stay cool. Thanks for sharing your place with us, we had a great time!
Beth R.
July 2024
This condo was probably the best part of our stay in Hawaii. It was comfortable and clean, meeting all expectations, and with just about everything one would need provided to you (even things like a first aid kit, rain umbrellas, etc). Inviting touches are found throughout. The unit is a short drive from the bustling area of shops and restaurants. Our favorite part of all: the ocean just a matter of feet from the large and comfortable bed. Falling asleep to waves crashing is exactly what we needed— the cherry on top to a wonderful stay.
Erica H.
July 2024
This condo was the perfect size for my family of four! The location was convenient and in the perfect spot for watching a beautiful sunset. The beds were super comfortable and the AC in the master bedroom was a bonus! Overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Heather H.
July 2024
Enjoyed the patio and watching the surfers!
Curt F.
June 2024
We were delighted by Holly’s condo. Clean, convenient, and as-advertised. Everything went smoothly and the location can’t be beat!
Jason J.
June 2024
The condo was clean and had everything we needed (beach towels, coolers, kitchen supplies, teapot, coffee maker, etc). The view was STUNNING, even better than we thought. We did not see any pests and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Sarah B.
June 2024
Stayed with Myself and Spouse, son and Daughter-in-law and grandkids. Had a great time in the few days we had
June 2024
Love the view from the lanai. Condo was clean though could use fresh coat of paint. Nice to have an assigned parking spot, but parking is tight. Kids slept in the living room as there was too much street noise for them to sleep in their bedroom. Overall would stay in this unit again if I were to come back to Kona.
Michael Y.
June 2024
We had a great stay at this condo and would definitely stay again. The location is convenient and the ocean views from the condo are spectacular. It was very clean on the inside and had everything we needed. The outside of the condo building is a little older than I expected, but the inside was nicely updated. I had one question for the property manager and they were quick to respond. I had read about a lot of noise in other reviews, but this was not the case for us unless you count the sound of the ocean!
Patricia W.
June 2024
Our family of four (Mom, Dad, 22- and 17-year-old boys) stayed at this property from June 14th-20th 2024 and had a wonderful time. The unit was clean and well maintained. The kitchen was stocked with the utensils and pots and pans we needed (though we really only ate breakfast in daily and only cooked in one evening). The complex was easy to find, but I would say it is not quite within walking distance to downtown Kona, but we never had any plans parking at the unit either with a large SUV. The best thing about this unit is the views! The pictures don't do it justice. We had some nice size waves during our stay due to a storm at sea and it was awesome to just watch and listen to them crash on the outer rocks. We had rainbows and some beautiful sunsets also to watch. We would definitely stay here again!
Mark N.
June 2024
Great property. South of Kona town proper. Building is a little tired. Owners have done a great job with the unit.
Max C.
June 2024
The apartment itself was very nice and well maintained. But the absolute star of this place is the view. It is right on the ocean and you can just sit on the lanai and watch the surfers, sea turtles and waves forever! Mike was excellent to deal with. He even gave a detailed itinerary of things to do, which was very helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate renting it again!
Anthony V.
June 2024
Wish we could just stay permanently, it was fantastic.
Matthew M.
June 2024
Loved this spot! Perfect location by the water and a short trip to town.
Chase N.
June 2024
8 other individuals from our family stayed at the same condo property in two 4 bedroom condos. Their condos were upgraded and very nice. Ours was more rustic, but at the same time more beachy. Given the price, comfort and view we were pleased with our studio condo. The owners and project manager were great and very accommodating; responded quickly. Only recommendations is that the clean and organize the condo better and clean/dust under the furniture and all the shelving units. My allergies were bad.
Gene M.
June 2024
Loved the separation from bedroom and patio area.
Olivia B.
June 2024
We were able to check in early which was amazing since we were so tired from our trip. The location and view can not be beat.
Linda B.
June 2024
We got to watch a lot of surfers this week with the great wave action just sitting on our lenai. The location of this condo is really good compared to the city, half a mile from Alli Gardens (souvenir market) and the access to highway 11 and highway 19. We got to talk with the manager and the owner a couple times and they were very helpful getting us situated and settled in. The traffic in front of this condominium unit is busy at the beginning of the night but it does die down after a bit. We even got some great pictures of sunsets and a couple of nights of moon setting. I think if we came back to this island in the near future, we would look for this unit again. Thank you for sharing your home!
Don D.
June 2024
I’m a single mom with three teen girls. Being able to go on a vacation was a big deal for us! The price was fair and the condo was clean. I loved being able to cook and have somewhere that felt like “home” when we needed to decompress. I hope to come back someday and would definitely want this condo again! Thank you for helping make my family vacation dream a reality!
Aimee D.
June 2024
Our family (including sons 16 and 20) spent a week here. It was close to everything and a really great base of operations (you can get anywhere on the big island within 2 hours). The view from the lanai was incredible - we spent a lot of time sitting out there, reading and watching the surfers. Loved the kitchen - better stocked than any others I have stayed in. Everything was clean and easily accessible. It was very quiet, even though there seemed to be plenty of people staying there. Bob is great - very timely in his response to email. Definitely recommend!
Katie H.
June 2024
Great location, excellent pool and hot tub. Already booked another stay.
Matthew M.
June 2024
The condo has an AMAZING view and we enjoyed sitting on the lanai to watch surfers, sea turtles, fish, and the beautiful sunset. Mike is very responsive and addressed any questions/concerns we had immediately. The condo is very well equipped with everything you need: cooking utensils, spices, laundry detergent, beach equipment (chairs, umbrella, snorkel gears, boogie boards, coolers) and many many more. We would definitely stay again and recommend it to friends. Thanks Mike for sharing your lovely place with us.
Tim N.
June 2024
We had a wonderful time together. We watched sunrises and sunsets daily as we prepared to go on excursions. The big island has so much to offer and it was truly a wonderful experience. The condo was clean and perfect for our family of four.
Blanca P.
June 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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Great rental right on the beach. Great communication with instructions, questions, etc. would stay there again and recommend to others.
Elaine J.
June 2024
Good location with easy access to the entire west coast
Rob L.
June 2024
Lovely accommodations. Beautiful oceanfront. Amazing sunsets. Close to restaraunts
Susan L.
June 2024
The condo was in great shape and very clean. Air conditioning was nice in the evening but the ocean breeze was lovely all day. Everything we needed for a week was there…beach chairs and umbrella were so handy!
The view and sound of ocean at night was everything you would want from an Oceanside rental. The complex was quiet and parking easy. Not much beach to sit on right outside the condo, but spent hours enjoying the ocean from the private deck. Sunset every evening was a highlight.
100% recommend this condo for a relaxing place to stay on the Big Island!!!
Kristin H.
June 2024
Loved the view and relaxing on the deck. Fun to watch the surfers, see turtles, and awesome sunsets. The house had everything our family needed and was so comfortable. The pool was great after a long day out and you have the best poke place around right on property, Da Poke Shack.
Thank you, Mike, for sharing this little piece of paradise. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Edie W.
June 2024
Fantastic
JoyDirk
June 2024
We enjoyed our stay here very much. The incredible view and the sound of the waves crashing will be in our memories for a long time. The condo had everything we needed for a great stay as well as beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel equipment, bogey board. The street in front could be noisy but it didn't bother us.
Christina J.
June 2024