Vacation Rentals by Owner

Outstanding

Guest: RB (Alamo, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/08/12 Review Submitted: 05/07/12

Outstanding stay. Excellent property and amenities.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Wonderful Family Vacation

Guest: Phyllis (Boulder, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 03/22/12 Review Submitted: 04/04/12

My son, his wife, 2 children (son, age 7 and daughter, age 22 months) and I rented this home for a week. It couldn't have been a better fit for what we wanted and needed. The layout was great, the kitchen and bathrooms very nicely appointed, as was the entire house. All the appliances were very high end; the linens and towels great. And the beds were extremely comfortable. We felt very secure in the gated community, with access to its pool (beautiful!) and the hotel and beaches at the Mauna Kea and Hapuna. We didn't want to leave and we hope to return next year! So much better than staying in a hotel!!

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

great stay with children and grandchildred

Guest: gammie (saratoga, ca)
Date of Stay: 02/29/12 Review Submitted: 03/10/12

Condo was perfect for our needs. No stairs, easy walk to great pool area and a short ride to the beach. Property manager was more than helpful and so accommodating to whatever we needed. Believe me in Hawaii you don't need much....but we had all that we needed!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Elegant

Guest: N. C.1 (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/12 Review Submitted: 03/12/12

We just spent a week in this wonderful condo. We travel a lot and by far this is the best condo we have stayed in on the Big Island. We love the decor and the owners have addressed every detail. The furnishings are great, the wonderful shutters allow you to have the trades blowing and the room darkened for an afternoon nap and an evenings sleep. What a great spot.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.

Absolutely Wonderful!

Guest: Carl and Linda (Westport, CT)
Date of Stay: 08/28/10 Review Submitted: 09/21/10

The condo easily lived up to our highest expectations and to the VRBO listing description. The owner was solicitous and catered to our every whim. Because it was a wedding weekend, lots of family were at Mauna Kea and we were able to have a large dinner party, utilizing the spacious dining room and lanai dinner tables. The kitchen was more than well-equipped. The ocean view and sunsets could not have been better. If you don't shop at Costco (4 miles from the airport), then we would recommend the market at Waikoloa Village for a good selection and decent prices.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Amazing Hawaiian Refuge

Guest: karen (orange county, ca)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 09/10/10

My husband and I, and ou 15 and 17 year old boys spent 5 magical nights here in August 2010. We have been to Hawaii (Maui and Big Island) almost 10 times. We have stayed at the Four Seasons and Kona Village, as well as many other resorts and condos. This unit has been the best condo. The three bedrooms were layed out spaciously so we were not on top of ne another. The decorations were just my taste, eclectic from the front porch to every room detail. The kitchen was fully stocked, every utensil needed to prepare a wonderful meal. Very quiet unit, steps away from pool and work out room. The views were amazing. You do not want to miss a sunset while staying here. The use of the Mauna Kea resort as well as Hapuna was a definite plus. Highly recommend for the picky traveler. If you like to feel pampered when traveling, then this is the place. Enjoy!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Family Vacation in Beautiful Unit

Guest: Farrah (Bay Area, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/27/10 Review Submitted: 09/07/10

My husband and our 2 kids (4yr,8yrs) stayed here for 2 weeks in July and had a wonderful time. We are a well traveled family and very picky about resorts and condos. A few things that make this unit particularly great were 1)) location, the bottom unit unobstructed view directly on the golf-course is simply gorgeous and it's walking distance to the common-area walt-water pool which is a huge bonus 2) the unit was extremely clean and well maintained and beautifully decorated, with stacks of fresh fluffy towels and lovely bathroom amenities, just as you would expect for a luxury resort with all the benefits of a condo 3) signing privledges at both the Mauna Kea and Hapuna Beach hotels. You really get the best of both worlds, the space and convenience of a condo with the amenities and pampering of a 4-star resort. Other Big Island activities we loved: Late afternoon snorkel trip on the Fairwinds (very kid friendly), ATV ride to the waterfalls (ATV Outfitters), Imiloa Astronomy Center (with waterfall hikes along the way, well worth the drive).

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

Guest: BiggieB (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/08/10 Review Submitted: 08/05/10

My husband and I and another couple stayed here for 7 days. I have to say that the condo was just amazing - very comfortable, beautiful and relaxing. It was so easy to get to the beach, which was also beautiful and not crowded. The condo had all the necessities - we enjoyed cooking meals and eating on the lanai. We loved that we were far enough away from the crowds but close enough to drive into Kona for some night life. We would most definitely stay here again!!

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

Great Spot

Guest: HappyKona (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 05/08/10 Review Submitted: 05/18/10

This is an excellent location and a great condo. The view is perfect and the location is close to the community center which has a great pool and hot tub. You could not ask for a better kitchen and patio. This place is amazing and you will be glad you booked it! The ability to get on the resorts was a great plus, but we spent most of our meals on the staring at the sea from this happy spot.

Owner response:Thanks for the review...

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

Guest: Lynda and Chris
Date of Stay: 03/22/10 Review Submitted: 04/10/10

We had an amazing time! Your place is just beautiful and wonderful! We really enjoyed the gourmet kitchen and lanai kitchen and had many fabulous meals with fresh fish from the Kawaihai fish market. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were so nicely done, the whole place was furnished so tastefully. You have such a great place. We really enjoyed the beautiful, unobstructed sunset views. We used the community pool and work out area everyday which the kids really liked. It was so nice to swim in the salt water pool! Our favorite beach was the Mauna Kea and we went there nearly every day! It was just as we remembered it! It was so nice to be so close to it! The tennis courts there are also fabulous!! We did end up leaving some fairly nice boogie boards there, that we purchased at the Kawaihai dive shop. Do you ever keep anything like that for guests? We hope to go back next year, it was a wonderful family vacation! Thanks for all of your help and prompt responses whenever we had a question. It was greatly appreciated!

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Lovely,classy,quiet comfort!!

Guest: LRD90 (Glenwood Springs, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 02/25/10 Review Submitted: 04/21/10

My husband and I stayed at ths condo in Feb 2010 for a week. We tried to extend our stay for four more days because we loved the setting, theviews and the richness of the condo. It feels like a home, not a condo. The wrap around lanai was our solitude. We sat out on the comfy couch and watched whales and I do mean whales...like over 100 in a week. The outside space was perfect for reading, grilling or a nap!! The inside of this unit is what really sets it apart from others in the same complex. We saw two other units and this one is superior to either. The antiques, the pillow selection, the wonderful beds, the L'Occitane amenities...what a luxury! The kitchen is a gourmet cooks dream and the bathrooms are large and well lit. There is more than ample closet space and enough great hangers. There are tasteful black out window coverings, which are needed. You can sleep anytime in this modern personality unit. The view is unbelievable and there is no noise from a road or others. The only noise seemed to be golf course maintenance...which is done during the daytime and it is fine! The complex is a real treat...your private amenities building with a pool, workout room and large living area and kitchen if you choose to do a family get together on the premises. Many times, we were the only two there and it was like our own private club. I worked out on the treadmill and stepper and looked out on the gorgeous viws and had fresh air in my face the whole time...The two beaches you have access to with this unit are beautiful and a few minutes drive, We loved the Hapuna Prince Property due to ease and the staff at the pool and beach were outstanding. You just park and walk 3 minutes to the beach and it is right next to the State Park and so you get a great walk the beach experience! We also liked the Mauna Kea property with it's history and the beach is the best! We dined at both beach properties and it was delightful and the service was great. This unit comes with all of these amenities and many of the units charge 20 dollars daily for these privileges..The owners were easy andpleasant to work with and once on property, it was a breeze to get keys, parking passes, codes and whatever else you could possibly desire! I am talking with two girlfriends about going back to the North Kohla Coast and staying at this unit and property...absolutely....the best in the complex...I am inquisitive and I did check the place out...Just Do It!!! Jan

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

Guest: Nancy Cheadle (Nashville, TN)
Date of Stay: 01/03/10 Review Submitted: 01/03/10

This condo is spacious and beautifully decorated with an incredibly well-equipped kitchen. It was great being on the ground floor so you could sit out on the spacious lanais or sunbathe in the large wrap around area, instead of just having a small balcony.

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Guest: Tracy 8 (Scottsdale, AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/01/09 Review Submitted: 11/30/09

We've vacationed on the Kohala Coast many times but we won't return to the Big Island unless we can stay in this condo. Nothing else compares (including the newly renovated rooms at the Mauna Kea)!! This was our first VRBO experience and it exceeded expectations on every level. The owner is a true pleasure to work with and the unit itself is exceptional. Our party of 5 (2 parents, 2 kids ages 3 and 5 and 1 babysitter) were in heaven. The model home decor, breathtaking views, access to both Mauna Kea (best resort for parents and kids in my opinion and better than Four Seasons if you like a stunning beach) and Hapuna plus wonderful community center make it a sure thing. Next time we're booking for 2 weeks.

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Guest: Carla16 (San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 11/30/09 Review Submitted: 11/29/09

We have vacationed several times on Big Island and the Mauna Kea is the premier location and this condo was absolutely perfect. Every detail was thought out, from the quality construction to the wonderful upscale furnishings. This condo is a cut above any rental property we have stayed and has the very best location at Waiulaula. Highly recommend and we will be back again soon. Carla

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Guest: Anna38 (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/23/09

Well this is the best condo we have stayed in on any vacation. We were impressed with the views and the great furnishings. We will be back. Oh yeah and the Mauna Kea is the only place to stay on the Big Island with the finest beaches, tennis and golf.

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Guest: So Yong Park (Los Altos, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/23/09 Review Submitted: 04/23/09

We have rented upwards of 20 properties through VRBO throughout the United States and this is the NICEST home we have ever rented. If there was a ranking system for properties, this one would rate a 10 out of 10. The wide open views to the ocean from the house, the sliding doors that open up fully to enjoy those views, the comfortable and lovely decor, the very well equipped kitchen, the beautiful and very clean bedrooms and bathrooms, the full access to both the Mauna Kea and Hapuna hotels, and countless other extras at this gorgeous home made this one of the best rental experiences I've had yet through VRBO. The owner was quick to respond to my emails and flexible in working with our nutty schedule. Further, if I needed help,I could call the rental agency located at the Hapuna so I could rely on a local agent if necessary. In all, a fantastic home for our vacation.

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Guest: Paige5 (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/22/09 Review Submitted: 03/22/09

WONDERFUL. We love the Mauna Kea beaches, golf and tennis. This condo was PERFECT.

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Guest: Ivy4 (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/22/09 Review Submitted: 03/22/09

Well this was the best accommodations we have had in Hawaii. The views were incredible and the resort is the best on the Big Island with oh so fine beaches. They thought of everything at the condo and is is spacious and very comfortable beds, great kitchen, lanai for our many outdoor dinners. If you stay at the Mauna Kea which I highly recommend try to get this unit as it really does have the best location and great furnishings We will be back and we will stay here.

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Guest: L.J.1 (Santa Barbara, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/03/08 Review Submitted: 12/03/08

Wonderful spacious accommodations. Everything we needed and wanted was there. This is a very comfortable place to stay. The beaches are wonderful. We will be back and will stay here.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/29/08 Review Submitted: 08/29/08

We have stayed in several VRBO properties in and outside of the US. This property is one the nicest VRBO properties we have vactioned. Our family of 5 stayed in this condo in July. It is absolutley wonderful and very comfortable. The kitchen is well furnished. We cooked several meals in the condo. Of course our children cannot resist the daily breakfast buffet at Hapuna, so we usually ate breakfast at the hotel. We are repeat guests of the Mauna Kea Hotel and found this to be the perfect solution while the hotel is under renovations. The additional space was such a treat compared to adjoining rooms for ourselves and teen-aged children that we plan to return to this condo even when the hotel reopens. While there we snorkeled either Manua Kea (the beach, tennis and Hau Tree Hut restuarant remanin open during renovations)or Hapuna daily, frequently spotting the sea turtles. We enjoyed both the infinity pool within the development and the pool at Hapuna. My husband worked out daily in the fitness center. It was a fantastic vacation largely because of this property!

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Guest: Jennifer57 (Santa Monica, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/02/08 Review Submitted: 01/01/08

Our family just stayed at this wonderful villa on the Big Island. The location and the views are wonderful. It is spacious with great furniture and wonderful bedrooms, baths, great lanai and gourmet kitchen. We watched the sunset daily and were there for full moon which sits in the ocean. I cannot say enough about how wonderful this villa is. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

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Guest: Phil4 (Naples, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/23/07 Review Submitted: 10/23/07

This condo/villa is wonderful. We had a great stay on the Big Island. The condo has spectacular furnishings and is so very comfortable. It is like being in a home. The Mauna Kea beach is the best beach on the Big Island. I would recommend the Mauna Kea area over any other resort area on the Big Island. The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is closed for renovations but the beach is open the Hapuna Hotel and golf course are open and the tennis facility is the best.

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