Vacation Rentals by Owner

Condo worth the trip

Guest: Jennifer N.
Date of Stay: 05/05/12 Review Submitted: 05/15/12

The condo: There aren't enough positive adjectives to describe this great condo. We immediately felt at home when we arrived after our 15-hour trip; the gift basket was a welcoming touch. The reserved parking space next to the private elevator made unpacking the car of luggage and groceries very easy. There was plenty of room for 4 adults to spread out. It had the most well-stocked kitchen of any rental we'd seen and everything was was in good repair (nice to see the reality matches the pictures). We spent a lot of time on the lanai relaxing, watching the boats in the harbor, and enjoying our surroundings. The condo was also the cleanest rental we'd seen; everything was spotless when we arrived. Even the pillow covers and mattress covers on the beds are laundered between guests, a huge plus in my book! The grounds: Very quiet and relaxing, well-manicured. Plenty of lounge chairs by the water and at the pool. We practically had the pool to ourselves each day (which may be due to it being the off season). The beach is small, but there are several within short walking or driving distance if you must have sand. The area: Ma'alaea is perfect if you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the resorts and larger cities, but still want to be within a 20 minute drive of those areas. The harbor area next door contains several restaurants and a small convenience store/market. Unfortunately we didn't get to try the Waterfront Restaurant that was located in the condo building because they were in the process of moving into the harbor shops next door. The park within walking distance at the end of the street has a nice beach, as do other locations within a 5-minute drive. We thoroughly enjoyed the condo and Anne-Marie and Mario were very accommodating and helpful. We definitely recommend staying here when you travel to Maui.

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Fantastic Condo!

Guest: Lesley M. (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/15/12

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your wonderful condo! It is by far the best place we have stayed on Maui. By far. The property is exactly as described - luxurious! We appreciated the welcome basket of goodies and the cleanliness of the place. At other rentals we have cleaned before settling in, everything here was spotless and gleaming. We loved everything about the condo: * location - away from the busy part of Keihi but a short drive to anywhere on the island * right by the harbor - we enjoyed watching the tour boats come and go and we were able to just walk over for our own whale watching adventure * the lanai - comfortably seated all four of us, shaded us from the heat of the day but had the morning and afternoon sunshine, and we could watch the whales and turtles swimming by * kitchen - well supplied and stocked with everything we needed to make our own meals * beds - these were great beds with firm mattresses, very comfortable * all the extras - private elevator, great parking spot, coolers, beach chairs, great showers and comfortable couches for enjoying a movie. The owners provided excellent customer service in every one of our interactions. Overall a five star place to stay!! We will be back. Mahalo!

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This place is paradise!

Guest: Timothy S. (Chicago, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/13/11 Review Submitted: 06/26/11

This condo is perfect for your stay in Maui. It is centrally located for activities at both ends of the island, yet quiet enough for real relaxation. Every detail for your stay has been thoughtfully considered, from the generous welcome basket to the beach towels. The unit is beautifully decorated, spacious and impeccably clean; perfect for our family of 4. The swimming pool, barbeque grill and private beach really added to the convenience factor of our vacation. Definately take advantage of the snorkeling cruise on the Pride of Maui, which departs each morning practically next door to the condo! And don't miss the Haleakala volcano tours; the kids recommend biking the 23 miles downhill from the crater. Anne-Marie and Mario are wonderful hosts; they are very considerate and accomodating of each guests' unique situation and needs. They truly make your stay on Maui memorable and special! Mahalo, Anne-Marie and Mario!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Looks Just Like the Pictures!

Guest: Annie (Washington State)
Date of Stay: 05/05/11 Review Submitted: 05/15/11

This was a beautiful place to spend a week! It was very clean, wonderfully decorated with an island theme, and very spacious and comfortable. Anne-Marie, our host, was very helpful and answered questions before we arrived, then checked on us several times the day we arrived to make sure all was well. We were welcomed with a huge basket of goodies including wine, pineapple, and bananas--we felt like special guests! The property was well-maintained with yard staff out each morning. The location was excellent with easy access to other parts of the island and airport. We visited in May to celebrate my Mom's 80th birthday. The private elevator was a great feature to avoid stair-climbing and yet we had a great 3rd floor view of the harbor and a huge deck to watch the boats coming in and out. It was just a short walk to the harbor shops and the Maui Ocean Center. There were also several restaurants closeby. Seascapes was right by the aquarium and was a great place to have lunch. I would definitely recommend this lovely condo to anyone visiting Maui.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Luxury with a view in Maui

Guest: Paul and Phylis (Indianapolis, IN)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We stayed in Hawaii for a month this year to celebrate the 25th anniversary of our marriage on Hawaii and near the end of our trip we stayed for a week in Maui at this condo and couldn’t have been more pleased. The private elevator was wonderful and it opened up to a welcoming 4 foot high fountain and sitting room. In the kitchen area we were pleasantly surprised to find a welcome basket including a fresh pineapple, chocolate covered macadamias, Maui chips, and a nice bottle of wine. The condo had many staples such as cooking oil, spices, and condiments along with pots and pans so all you need to buy is the food that you want to eat. Access to free wireless internet was also a nice touch. The condo was spacious and exactly as shown in the photos with a beautiful oceanfront view looking out towards Molokini. The best feature was the lanai which was huge being 6 feet deep and over 30 feet long with two tables and chairs plus lounge chairs. The lanai overhang was large enough that we could sit out on the lanai on the one day that it rained. We had breakfast on the lanai every day and watched the boats heading in and out of Maalaea Harbor for snorkel and whale watching trips. We saw an amazing number of whales from the lanai including a number of mothers with their calves. We saw all types of whale behavior including breaching, tail slapping, flipper displays, etc. But the highlight was an early morning whale watching cruise (Pacific Whale Foundation, walking distance from the condo) where we saw many whales close up, heard their songs via an underwater microphone, and on the way back to the harbor we were treated to seeing one whale breaching a total of 17 times in a row! Another amazing trip that we took while on the island was a horseback ride from the summit of Haleakala down to the crater floor. However, it is not for the faint of heart or those unaccustomed to horses as we were on the horses for 4 hours and changed elevation by almost half a mile each way! There are several very nice restaurants within walking distance to the condo, but the closest and nicest is the Waterfront Restaurant right below your condo. Just take your private elevator down and then walk literally about 20 steps to the restaurant front door. If you want a guaranteed table on the rail just plan an early dinner with a 5 pm reservation. Oh, and the food and service were fantastic. All in all our stay in this condo on Maui was a great way to finish our vacation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Perfect Get-away

Guest: Carl & Debby (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/25/10 Review Submitted: 12/14/10

This is the best condo we've rented in Maui, and we've been here several times. We were so impressed with the furnishings, layout and details of our apartment. Our host welcomed us with a lavish basket of fruit, breakfast food and wine. It was as if we were in a five star penthouse suite without the prohibitive cost! The view was gorgeous and it was fun to watch all the harbor activities. The elevator made us feel even more "elite." I highly recommend this place for couples looking to have a more personal, unique experience in Maui.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

WOW!!!

Guest: Cindy and Ed Smallhorn Dartmouth,NS.Canada
Date of Stay: 11/19/10 Review Submitted: 03/17/11

WoW!!the pictures on the internet don't do justice to this piece of heaven.Words can't adequately express our thanks to you Anne-Marie and Mario. What a wonderful place to spend our anniversary in Maui, it was our first trip for all of us to Maui and after the past 11 days we definitly plan to return hopefully not to far in the future. Watching the harbor at sunrise, seeing the boats come and go, seals playing in the water and even a whale on a couple of occasions made this a truly wonderful and relaxing experience. MAHALO!!!

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Could not have asked for more...

Guest: Adel (Salem, NH)
Date of Stay: 09/07/10 Review Submitted: 10/01/10

Sept 7 - 20, 2010: In all honesty, I was reluctant to go the vacation rental route. We have always gone to hotels and weren't sure that renting a condo would work out. I must say, that Anne-Marie put all my concerns to rest from the get go. We spoke directly and emailed back and forth several times; she was a pleasure to work with, always professional and prompt with her replies to my questions regardless how trivial my question might have been. The condo is beautiful and the grounds of the building are very nicely kept. The pictures you see here is what you get; it is clean, nicely furnished and has all the comforts of home. The location is perfect. it is 15-20 minutes to everything you want to see and do and yet on a very peaceful beautiful area. Staying here definitely added to our wonderful vacation and we hope to return some day.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A relaxing stay...

Guest: Mark and Niki (Surrey, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10 Review Submitted: 08/20/10

We stayed at this wonderful condo for first weeks in August, 2010 sharing with friends. We each had our own private bed and bath and ample living space for four people to rest and relax. The deck is huge and where we spent most of our morning and evening hours enjoying beautiful ocean views and watching boats come and go in the harbour. It was home away from home and we wanted for nothing, Anne-Marie and Mario have equipped this condo with everything you possibly could need including beach towels, chairs, umbrella and cooler for island beach hopping and packing lunches. Maalaea Bay is very central so drive times to shopping and most beaches are within 15 to 30 mins max. Having a private elevator was a real bonus especially when carting luggage and groceries or when feeling just plain lazy after a day at the beach. Excellent value for our $$!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Hotel Luxury with Home Feeling

Guest: kcct (Palatine, Illinois US)
Date of Stay: 07/15/10 Review Submitted: 07/28/10

July 15-July 22,2010 Ann Marie,We had a great time in your condo, very comfortable, sitting on the lanai listening to the waves was wonderful.From the minute you walk in you are relaxed and taken back by the views.We have 2 boys who were very comfortable there. Very centrally located on the island half way between Lahaina and Wailea. Great food right below you. Very clean and welcoming. Dealing with Ann Marie was very pleasant, she couldn't of been nicer or more helpful.We will definitely come there and use your condo next time we have the opportunity, and by the way, when we win the lottery we will buy it from you! Thanks for putting your great property on this site. The Ligon's Palatine, Illinois

Owner response:Thank you for having taken the time to write.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Home Away From Home

Guest: Fred and Julie (Vancouver, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/20/10 Review Submitted: 06/15/10

This spacious and beautifully decorated condo certainly exceeded our expectations for a vacation rental! Four of us spent 9 days in Maui and one of the highlights for us was coming 'home' each afternoon where we enjoyed our 'happy hour' and dinner on the lanai. We had everything we needed and were greeted with fruit, snacks, a bottle of wine and makings for breakfast! When we dined out, we just took our private elevator to the restaurant downstairs where we enjoyed a fabulous meal and a very attentive waiter. We would definitely choose Anne-Marie's place when we come back to Maui for future vacations! Thanks again for making our holiday a welcoming home away from home!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

What A View!

Guest: WallyCC (Monrovia, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10 Review Submitted: 04/04/10

We loved this condo. It was the perfect retreat location to spend with friends. Two full bedrooms and bathrooms for privacy, and the kitchen was well stocked...we ate in most of the time and lacked for nothing in the kitchen. We spent so much time on the spacious balcony watching all the boats and whales that we can't give a proper review on the living room....but it certainly looks nice as well :) All of us would recommend this place and look forward to a return visit. The location was a great central location for all island activities.

Owner response: Aloha Cheryl, Thank you for taking the time to write this nice review. Take care with warm regards, Anne-Marie

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place with indescribable views!

Guest: Sandra (Ann Arbor)
Date of Stay: 05/01/09 Review Submitted: 06/08/09

Our stay in Maui was everything we had hoped for and more. The owners of this condo went above and beyond the typical to make our stay perfect. The views from this condo are indescribable -- we found it difficult to leave the comfort of our lanai each day to discover the island. The location is also ideal for most activitites (whale watching, cruise tours, hiking, trips to Hana, windsurfing, beaches, shopping in Lahaina, etc.) We really appreciated how clean and comfortable the condo was. It was also nice and quiet in the evenings. We will never forget this experience and we will definately be back!

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

Great vacation place

Guest: rosaG (windsor)
Date of Stay: 03/11/09 Review Submitted: 06/12/09

I would definately recommend this beautiful condo to my friends and family. We loved it and we'll be back!!

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

Maui Getaway

Guest: First-Timer in HI (Branchburg, NJ)
Date of Stay: 07/05/08 Review Submitted: 07/16/08

My husband and two daughters spent a week at the condo and found it to exceed our expectations. The view of Molokini from the beautiful balcony was fabulous and the condo was immaculately clean. The property is very centrally located. Depending on traffic, it was only 15 minutes to the airport, 20 minutes to Ka'anapali Beach, 20 minutes to Wailea Beach and 15 minutes to Lahaina. The condo itself is very well appointed with 2 beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms (both with double sized walk-in showers). Having a private elevator was also very convenient. The owner was extremely cooperative with our schedule and very welcoming. We would definitely recommend this property.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellent Condo

Guest: Jay&Nicole (Edmonton)
Date of Stay: 06/26/08 Review Submitted: 08/11/08

We recently returned from a trip to Maui in late June to early July. We had an amazing time at this beautiful condo. It started with the great views off the huge lanai. We were welcomed with a gift basket filled with coffee, fresh fruit and a bottle of sparkling cider. The bedrooms were great with fantastic bathrooms. The grounds were impeccable. The location is central to everything. The best location on the island. This condo exceeded expectations.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.