This was the best vacation I've ever been on!

Guest: Shelley and Barclay (Arborg, Manitoba, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/05/09 Review Submitted: 11/13/09

This was the best vacation I've ever been on! The condo was exactly as pictured, clean, spacious and the views were breath taking. Eating breakfast one morning in the kitchen, I happened to glance up and look towards the ocean. lucky me the whales were passing by! I could not believe my eyes! Every morning we'd see them from the lanai! Emeka is great! He offered great advice and was extremely helpful before and during our holiday. We will definitely return and hopefully one of Emeka's condo's will be available! If you haven't been to Maui, I definitely recommend staying either at the Island surf or Maui Parkshore that he owns! He makes your holiday easy and stress free. Thanks again Emeka! You truly are one of the good guys! Shelley and Barclay

Owner response:Thanks guys! happy that we could help.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Good location, great customer service

Guest: Lori T.
Date of Stay: 12/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/09/12

Condo was in a good location, close to all amenities, but lots of traffic noise. Condo had most everything in it for our use, including cooler, water toys and beach towels. The building itself needs lots of updating and no front desk to look after you, advise you etc. We enjoyed our stay in Maui and Sandra was a great host. Great deals for activities just down the street at the activity center! Great snorkeling at almost every beach, especially Beach II, got to see turtles there. The road to Hana is long but worth at least going half way. Went to an amazing Luau at the Walea Marriott and the Maui Ocean is worth the visit as well.

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A month in paradise!

Guest: Fred B (Tomahawk, Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 11/08/11 Review Submitted: 12/16/11

We just spent nearly 5 weeks at this condo in Island Surf. Sandra was wonderful to work with. Waking up the first morning to the sound of waves and seeing the swaying palm trees brought us immediately to the Aloha Spirit. The condo is walking distance to restaurants, beaches and shopping including groceries (get the Foodland card). It is a short drive to Wailea, Kahului and Lahaina. We pretty much relaxed for the entire vacation enjoying sunsets from the lanai, dinners at the barbeque grills and evening strolls along the shore. We loved Mama's restaurant in Paia on Sandra's suggestion. To top off all the other joys, by the end of November we were watching the whales everyday from the lanai. The Island Surf staff was amazing keeping the facility in order. Thanks Sandra, we loved it!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Newly remodeled, clean condo is a GREAT VALUE!

Guest: Brenna S.
Date of Stay: 07/14/11 Review Submitted: 07/22/11

We just returned from a wonderful visit in Sandra's place. Sandra was very helpful in accomodating the needs of our large family, and her condo proved to be plenty big for us. We were in the master bedroom with our own bathroom, two teens shared the second bedroom with the twin beds, two children slept on the hide-a-bed (the mattress was ok for kids, but I wouldn't recommend it for adults), and we had one small child on a pallet on the floor. It has been tiled recently and has a large entry area that leads into the main kitchen/family area. Open closets and bathroom drawers made it easy for us to keep the condo looking tidy in spite of all our suitcases, etc. The appliances are all really nice, and we enjoyed that the grill and tables for the condo were a short little trip down a flight of stairs. When we took surf lessons it was handy, because Maui Wave Riders (known to be some of the best on the island) are right beside the condo and they teach just across the street. We were able to surf, take a break in the condo for a snack, and go back out a half hour later. Sandy beaches to boogie board, etc. are also just a walk down a few blocks. This condo is a great value and we would definitely see if we can stay there again if we are able to return to Maui.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Wow!!!! perfect place to stay

Guest: Island surf lovers (San Diego)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 06/15/11

This was our first trip to Maui and what a great time. The condo was central to everything. We could walk over to the beach, down the street to shop or just have a drink. Nice breeze through the condo and comfortable beds. We loved feeling as though this could be our own home it was so comfortable. . It was perfect can't wait till our next trip. We would highly recommend staying here. Thank you for such a great vacation stay…

Owner response:I am so glad that you had a great time! Thank you for staying with us!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Outstanding

Guest: docnak (Honolulu)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11 Review Submitted: 06/14/11

This was the best vacation experience I had in Maui. I think that this is saying a lot as I am a lifelong resident of Hawaii and my wife is originally from Kihei. Sandra made expectations and procedures very clear and straightforward, and was extremely professional throughout everything. The condo was very clean and exactly as pictured on the site. There were no unexpected curveballs. The condo itself was very clean and well kept, and things could not have gone better.

Owner response:Mahalo for your review! So happy you had a nice time. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our condo, especially because you are so familiar with the Hawaii Islands.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

Loved the condo- Hope to be back in this one.

Guest: alek (Wenatchee, Wa.)
Date of Stay: 02/02/11 Review Submitted: 02/23/11

When we arrived we so very happy to see that the entire condo he been completely renovated with really nice tile and firnishings as well as super nice appliances. Everything was very clean and what was really nice is that there is a store room with lots of bedding and beach supplies like buckets, boogie board, chairs and umbrellas as well as a few coolers to take to the beach. Overall the condo was complete with anything we would normaly need at home and the location is in the heart of everything for walking distance.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

A month in paradise

Guest: Kat (Alexandria, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/31/11

We spent the month of January 2011 in Maui and stayed at Island Surf. This place was perfect for us. We loved the location of the condo - overlooking the park and ocean. Each day we sat on our lanai numerous times to enjoy the view (fantastic sunsets and whale watching from here) and people watch. The condo is very conveniently located near the pool (overlooks it) and the grill area. The grills are top notch and we used them almost every day. The pool was incredibly clean and we spent a lot of time there as well. Parking in the back of the condo was always convenient and had plenty of spaces. The condo itself was immaculately clean and well furnished. Everything you see in the photos is absolutely accurate. We had everything we needed here including beach supplies - towels, umbrellas, etc. Sandra was very gracious before, during and after our visit. She answered all our questions immediately and was so helpful. She even checked in on us when there was a rainstorm one day. (and we only had rain ONE day!) Her list of their favorite things to do here was wonderful - we did absolutely everything and they were fabulous suggestions. A couple of things we did here stand out: snorkeling at Molokini was great - we used Friendly Charters with Captain Mark and crew. Can't imagine a better time than that. Warren and Annabelle's show was unbelieveable - do go to that! Mama's Fish House - a real winner. Joy's Place, right below in the condo building had healthy, delicious food. The road to Hana was gorgeous, but we went all the way around the island in a day and that was exhausting. Sailing on the America II sailboat was a riot. All the great beaches are very closeby and we spent a lot of time there. I could go on and on, but just see Sandra's list and get the book, Maui Revealed (we kept this with us at all times - an amazing comprehensive guide book - and you'll be all set. We highly recommend this condo. It is everything Sandra says it is and more. Mahalo to Sandra for a wonderful time! Kathryn and Loren

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

You should stay here

Guest: Kris (California)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10 Review Submitted: 10/30/10

I had found Sandra's listing and decided to book it after reading all the good reviews. First off, Sandra was extremely helpful and prompt in responding to any questions I had prior to our trip. Once there, the condo was as expected - clean, well maintained and with all the amenities we needed for the week. The location was perfect - across from the park & beach and walking distance from a grocery store and souvenier shops. The surf/kayak shop below the condo offers lessons at the beach across from the condo. I recommend eating breakfast at Kihei Cafe and lunch at Alexander's Fish, Chicken & Chips (yummy Mahi Mahi tacos with mango salsa) - both within walking distance of the condo. If you are willing to spend a bit more money, you have to go to Mama's Fish house in Paia about a 30 minute drive from Kihei - beautiful location and the freshest fish. The condo has everything you need to have a "home-cooked" meal and there are also bbq grills at the pool patio if you want to save money for other things like attractions and shopping. We usually hit the local swap meet for the best deals on souveniers, but since we didn't have the chance, we found the best deals at the Kihei Craft Fair which is about a 5 minute drive north of the condo. It's like a swapmeet, just smaller. Some reviews commented on the noise, but that was never a problem. If it's your first time to Maui, expect the humid weather. Although the condo does not have centralized air, there is a swamp cooler and three portable fans which are more than adequate to cool the condo down. Also, get used to the slow driving and just go with the flow... you're on island time! Thanks again Sandra & Emeka

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

We miss our ocean view!

Guest: diana (new york)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 09/13/10

Thank you Sandra, My sons and I had a wonderful time at your condo. Everything we needed was there and the location couldn’t have been more convenient. My older son took surf lessons right across the street and it was only a block to some of the best coffee I ever had at Lava Java. You were right about breakfast at Kihei Cafe. We ate there whenever we didn’t make breakfast in the condo (“at home” as we said while we were there). Thanks again.

Owner response:Diana, We are so happy you had a great time and that you like our condo. Consider it your home on Maui ;) Sandra

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.