Vacation Rentals by Owner

Great Place for a Family!

Guest: Simon F.
Date of Stay: 02/26/12 Review Submitted: 03/10/12

We are a family of four (parents plus 2 teenage daughters) - and were amazed on arrival to find how spacious the place was, and that everything had been thought of. Apart from groceries, we didn't need to get anything else for the condo. Furniture, kitchen, bedding etc were all high-end and in good condition, and we loved that the girls could have their own bedroom and bathroom away from Mom & Dad! It was great to be so close to everything - groceries, Shops at Wailea, 10 minute walk to the beach; everything is nearby - walking distance or a very short drive. We loved the various restaurants and eating places - and especially discovering shave ice! The beaches were great - we went to most of the nearby ones and swam and snorkeled; it was perfect being within a 15 minute drive of places like Makena and Ahihi-Kinau - although we loved Polo and Ulua just as much. The girls loved the pool and hot tub so close by, and we had great meals grilled over the barbecue...however, a big memory is always going to be sitting on the lanai at breakfast and watching the magnificent humpback whales in the bay. This was a great place - everything we needed, and more. it made our time in Maui so much more fun, and was the ideal base for all the exploring that we did. Thank you for sharing it with us!

Owner response:Aloha and mahalo Simon and family for your kind words. We love hearing about our guests' experiences here on Maui. Glad the condo worked so well for you. Hope to see you back. Susan

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Clean, Confortable, great for a family!

Guest: HM (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11 Review Submitted: 07/24/11

We spent 2 fabulous weeks in this wonderful condo! I almost don't want to give a review, so it doesn't get overbooked as we will go back next year!! This condo is perfect location to the pool, great view of of the ocean and easy to get to Kihea, shops at Wilea and our new favorite restaurant - the Monkey Pod. Condo was well stocked with blankets, towels, pillows, boogie boards and coolers for the beach! VERY roomy for all 5 of us. Also loved the large couch, great for cuddling!

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

Met our Expectations

Guest: Iowa Greg (Sioux City, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 02/14/11 Review Submitted: 03/06/11

Two couples stayed at the Condo February 14 - 19, 2011. Everything represented about the condo met expectations. The view was great to the ocean and the deck (lanai) sat above the complex swimming pool. Refreshing to find a kitchen well stocked with great pots, pans, and utensils to cook with. Grounds were well maintained. Gas grills and pool area were cleaned daily. Gardeners were out daily, paying special attention to the landscaping. Truly felt like we were in paradise. Would stay here again in a heart beat.

Owner response:Greg, I'm so glad everything worked out for your trip. The staff at Grand Champions IS fantastic and they work hard, as you've noted, to keep everything tip top shape. Hope to see you again! Susan

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

Fantastic apartment - Owner thought of everything

Guest: EvanL (santa clara, ca usa)
Date of Stay: 02/06/11 Review Submitted: 03/09/11

My family and I had a great time staying here for our vacation. The owner of the facility provided everything our family needed and even some things we did not know we needed. Beach towels, beach toys for kids, boogie board, lawn chairs, etc. were all provided and made our stay more pleasant. The owner's personal guidebook was a nice touch that came in handy. Owner was extremely responsive and gracious in all communications. Apartment was exactly as described in all the other 5 star reviews. The only word of caution is for families with very young kids - this unit is up 3 flights of stairs so I could imagine it would not be ideal for young infants. My kids were 3 and 5 and it was just fine for them but I still remember what it was like to have to lug a stroller up stairs, etc.

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

Perfect Maui Condo!

Guest: Karim & Dina (San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 08/11/10 Review Submitted: 08/18/10

This property is absolutely fantastic. The listing could not be more accurate, in fact it probably doesn't do this adorable place justice. It is meticulously well maintained by the owners, immaculately clean, and has everything a family of five could possibly need, including a washer/dryer and dvd player, both of which came in quite handy during our holiday. We stayed for a week, and were delighted that the condo was so well located in Wailea, five minutes drive from several gorgeous beaches and a 10-min drive from shopping areas. We loved the swimming pool and hot tub right outside the condo, but what really impressed us was all the fun beach gear in the closet :) there were plenty of beach towels, sandcastle kits, beach chairs, boogie boards, inflatable mattresses and snorkel gear that kept three kids -- including two teenagers --more than adequately entertained. We enjoyed a few sunsets from our own balcony, and the kitchen was superbly equipped, making it easy to cook and serve meals. We really appreciated how extremely gracious, helpful and quick to respond the owners were when we contacted them for a check-out concern. We would DEFINITELY recommend this property to everyone, and we hope to come back to it next year!

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

Excellent Stay

Guest: Brad&T (Edmonton)
Date of Stay: 02/07/10 Review Submitted: 04/05/10

Stayed for 8 days in Feb/2010, Condo is very nice & very clean. Lanai is great for watching sunset and ocean views. The condo looks over one of 2 pools in the complex. This pool is considered the non-adult pool but we never had any complaints about noise etc..., the bbq area is located inside the pool area and is just down a few flights of stairs(very close). I have stayed in a few of the units at Grand Champions and this one was the best by a wide margin. The condo is fully stocked with a good kitchen set up and lots of beach towels etc. The wireless internet works great as well, sat on the lanai in the morning with my coffee checking my e-mail. A great unit

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Travis Graddon (Bellingham, Wa.)
Date of Stay: 12/17/09 Review Submitted: 12/17/09

Susan and Bill, Had a great time in Maui and the Condo worked out great for our family. It was the best stocked unit we have ever stayed in. Mahalo, Travis Graddon and family

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Guest: Rhonda35 (Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 12/16/09 Review Submitted: 12/16/09

What a WONDERFUL place to stay in Wailea. Off the beaten path, quiet, comfortable, roomy. Perfect accomodation for couples travelling together, as the rooms are at opposite ends of the condo...ALOT of privacy!!!Every amenity you need while on vacation. We have stayed here on two separate vacations, and will as often as there is availability on the dates we travel.

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Guest: Kim, Doug, Laura and Rachel (Santa Rosa CA)
Date of Stay: 09/22/09 Review Submitted: 09/22/09

Having hada stressful experience with Go Airlines (don't Go Go unless you have to) from Oahu we entered the condo with a sigh of relief. What a great set up!!! Thank you soooo much for not having uncomfortable wicker furniture. Our younger daughter really liked U of H. Might be back more often.

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Guest: Stu Henry (Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/17/09 Review Submitted: 09/17/09

What a wonderful condo. Being only a few steps from the pool really enriched our holiday. Susan went out of her way to help ensure our stay was a success. Clean - beautiful facility -- we are already dreaming of returning!

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Guest: Mike and Kristin (Broomfield, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/08/09 Review Submitted: 08/08/09

Thank you Susan and Bill for a wonderful stay in your condo. Our first stay last October was so nice that we came back again in July. We will stay with you again on our next visit. Thank you for being so accommodating.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/29/09

Bill and Susan, Thanks for the wonderful stay at your home away from home in Maui. We had a great time and are looking forward to another stay next year. Thanks for being so great to work with!

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Guest: Bob and Sue
Date of Stay: 11/23/08 Review Submitted: 11/22/08

Bill and Susan, your redecorating is lovely. We enjoyed our stay in such pleasant surroundings and we thank you for coming to our rescue when our other unit was in difficulty. With many thanks!

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Guest: Kathy, Darlene and Angela
Date of Stay: 11/06/08 Review Submitted: 11/05/08

Aloha Bill and Susan, Thank you for the wonderful stay. We had a wonderful time in Maui and wished we could have stayed longer. Next time we will come during whale season. Thank you for a comfortable stay-it had all the comforts of home plus a wonderful view. I will definitely come stay in your condo again!.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/29/08

WOW!!! What a beautiful unit...we were only there for a weekend, but we enjoyed ourselves so much. The views were wonderful, pool close to the unit (my daughter loved it!) and quiet...the neighbors are really nice, too! And the owners of this unit are REALLY easy to work with...Thanks! We only had one complaint...that we couldn't stay longer - - -I highly recommend this great unit to everyone :-)

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Guest: John and Tina
Date of Stay: 09/21/08 Review Submitted: 09/20/08

Bill and Susan, We loved every moment since we first stepped into your wonderful condo! All the added touches of "home" made this trip very special and we appreciate everything. Clean, beautiful, great view, great suggestions for a personal touch. Having a full kitchen and laundry made this a more enjoyable trip than the last time (in a hotel). Thank you for our wonderful memories!

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Guest: Jim, Peggy, Craig
Date of Stay: 09/02/08 Review Submitted: 09/01/08

A fabulous family vacation! Spent many evenings enjoying the view from lanai. Fabulous remodel in kitchen and baths and heavenly beds-we'll be back! Thank you so much for providing a place for us to enjoy our family and your wonderful state of Hawaii.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/14/08

We enjoyed this condo very much. We were delighted to find newly remodeled kitchen and bathrooms-they were a pleasure to use. We found everything we needed. The location is splendid. It was a treat to sit at the lanai every morning and evening and look at the ocean, the sky, and the trees. There are many wonderful beaches within minutes. The rooms are spacious, and the furniture is pleasant. The swimming pool and the hot tub are easily accessed through the back door. We made extensive use of the grill by the pool. The owners were very responsive, and everything happened as planned. We knew that there would be a lot of beach equipment in the condo, so we were able to pack lightly.

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Guest: Lisa
Date of Stay: 06/20/08 Review Submitted: 06/19/08

Susan and Bill We have truly enjoyed our stay here at your fabulous condo! The lanai view is breathtaking-we couldn't have found a better place to stay than this lovely tropical paradise with all the comforts of home! Thanks for everything-we hope to be visit again in 2 years!

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Guest: The Wrights and Bergs
Date of Stay: 05/23/08 Review Submitted: 05/22/08

We had a great time-an especially nice place to celebrate 2 birthdays! The lanai was a treat, great views. Our 3 weeks have gone by too fast. The condo was perfect-couldn't have asked for more.

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Guest: Ed, Vicki, Brittany and Rhonda
Date of Stay: 03/20/08 Review Submitted: 03/19/08

Aloha and Mahalo! Our family had a wonderful time! The view is spectacular. Great location. The book of suggestions was very helpful. Can't wait to come back.

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