The H III house has treated us royally..

Guest: Mrs. J.R.M. (-)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

The H III house has treated us royally (although I have no idea how to pronounce it). Jeff and I got engaged 7/10/10 at "the Pass" the other side of the peninsula and got married 11/11/11 on the other side right on the beach beside this amazing house, we have enjoyed this amazing and memorable place. With both of our wonderful families and friends our wedding was amazing, it was perfect. Why did we choose 11/11/11? I always told Jeff even before we got engaged that I want to get married on 11/11/11 on the beach in beautiful Gulf Shores (a family vacation tradition). Why 11/11/11? Every time the clock reads 11:11, I make a wish-I always have and always will. Jeff still thinks to this day that I'm crazy because I lift my feet up over railroad tracks. It's luck and wishfulness. I always wish on stars, wish at 11:11, stamp my hand when I see a white horse, I only pick pennies up facing heads up and always make a wish, eyelashes-blow-make a wish, I don't walk under open ladders, wish over wishbones. You get the idea. 11/11/11 was unforgettable and I feel so blessed and so lucky to have such a wonderful family and friends-and of course a loving and caring husband. I love you Mr. M.-I can't imagine life without you. Wishes do come true! Wish Big! Thank you for a spectacular time 11/11/11. Mrs. J.R.M.

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Week with many Blessings

Guest: Ladies Ministry of the Horn Lake Baptist Church (-)
Date of Stay: 10/24/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

Thank you so much for allowing our Ladies Ministry group to stay here this week. It was a wonderful week with many blessings. Some cool days allowed us to delve into God's work and also experience God in the house. We loved our stay so much we hope to come again next year. This is a time for us to become refreshed and clear our minds. We thought it was wonderful to be able to walk across the walkway directly to the beach. May God bless you with his many blessings. Ladies Ministry of the Horn Lake Baptist Church.

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We were blessed...

Guest: Wedding Group (-)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

We were blessed with a beautiful weekend and the house was perfect for the wedding. Thank you for opening this home for occasions such as this.

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Cheers to Halekai III

Guest: The Perry Family (-)
Date of Stay: 09/24/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

So much love is filling this house. Such a great time, feeling and celebration. Thank you for having such a special, intimate space for us to have such a wonderful time. Cheers to Halekai III. We will be back.....The Perry Family

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It is Beautiful

Guest: Connie Lee (-)
Date of Stay: 09/14/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

The "Bug Riders" are back. The weather is perfect. Love it. Thanks for giving us a place large enough for us all. It is beautiful. Sincerely, Connie Lee

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Perfect for Entertaining!

Guest: Tonya and Dwayne (-)
Date of Stay: 09/03/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

Beautiful wedding for me and my new husband! The kids loved the upstairs area and the rest of the guests enjoyed every aspect of the home. Perfect for entertaining! After staying at a home like this where do you go next? Thanks for creating the perfect property for our special day.

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B. -- F. Wedding

Guest: Hallie and TJ (-)
Date of Stay: 08/29/11 Review Submitted: 08/31/11

Halekai III provided an absolutely beautiful setting for the wedding of Hallie and TJ. The entire B. side of the family stayed in the house. The wedding was on the beach with the reception on the main floor and band under the house. Our whole family had a wonderful time. This house is amazing. Thank you again for such a memorable stay!

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Amazing Family House

Guest: Kara (Edmond Oklahoma )
Date of Stay: 06/11/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

We stayed at Halekai III last week. We brought 27 family members from Oklahoma and Texas, ages 1 month to 53 years old. Everyone had the trip of a lifetime! The beach is completely uncrowded, the kitchen and greatroom became the gathering place for everyone each day and with living space on each floor, even with 27 people, the house NEVER felt crowded. The sound of the sea and the views from the balconies were balm to our souls. This is a blessed place and we hope to stay again next year!

Owner response:We are so very glad that you enjoyed your stay at our Halekai III beach home. We designed it with special family events and vacations in mind, and so that all couild gather in one place and yet have "get away" space as well. Please do return and enjoy again!! Thanks for your comment.

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

Guest: Nick and Khristina (-)
Date of Stay: 10/10/10 Review Submitted: 12/18/10

We were married on the beach in front of this house and it was the most beautiful and amazing experience. This house was able to accommodate many of my friends and family. We had a great time and ended up having a wedding weekend not just a wedding day. We booked this house a year in advance because we knew it would be perfect and it did not disappoint! My friends, family, new husband, and I think we should rent it every year so we can all celebrate together again! Thank you for helping our wedding become a success and having a wonderful gathering place for family. We will always have wonderful memories here! Thank you.

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Frances Holk-Jones Annual Team Conference

Guest: Sandy (Foley, AL)
Date of Stay: 11/14/10 Review Submitted: 12/03/10

Recently we had the opportunity to have our Annual Team Conference right here in our own backyard. Annually, Frances Holk-Jones (State Farm) always plans a marvelous trip for the team so we can take time, through training, to best meet the needs of our customers. This year we were able to literally travel down the street (as we are in Foley) and stay in this magnificent home. I have to admit, trips are great, but staying in your home was by far the best and most relaxing trip of all. Though we spend the majority of our time training and working, the peaceful sounds of the ocean made it so enjoyable. Because the house is so spacious, each team member was able to steal moments away on their own private balcony and reflect our the Agency’s purpose. The view from every room was just breathe taking and I was able to take some of the most beautiful pictures that I hope to have printed and hang in my home. Though prior to our stay, I looked at some of the photos of the house online - let me say, the pictures do NOT do this home justice. It is spectacular to say the least. It's Frances' vision to constantly make our customer’s needs her number one priority, and by allowing her team to partake in this fabulous opportunity, we were able to reflect and regroup in the most relaxing fashion. Frances’ Agency is not about making money, but making our customers – our family! Our Annual Training Conferences are critical to meeting the needs of every person we come in contact with. Where we train is vital to ensuring the success of each Team Member. The Halekai III provided the perfect opportunity for us to work as a team in an environment that allows the peace and serenity to keep our goals in perspective. There is truly nothing like going into a home where you can actually FEEL a warm, and family type atmosphere coming from every corner. It's with that, that you know the house was built with love and all those who have stayed there have been touched in a special way. One evening after a long day of training I was so excited just to be able to walk right out of the house and onto the beach. The sunset was so amazing that I had no choice but to thank God for being part of a spectacular moment, that, truthfully, would have been stolen away if we had been in any other location. All of us here at Frances Holk-Jones State Farm want to thank you for allowing us to have this wonderful experience and we look forward to staying at the Halekai III again.

Owner response:We are so pleased that these guests enjoyed our beach home for their corporate off-site retreat. It is a special place for work and relaxation! We are also grateful that our Gulf beaches are more beautiful than ever so that our guests can enjoy fun in the sun as well as inspiring work.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.