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• 40th Anniversary Celebration

  40th Anniversary Celebration

  • Guest Lotus
  • Date of stay 08/11/12
  • Review Submitted 09/04/12
  After a year of planning a 40th anniversary celebration with our children, we finally arrived at our lovely home for a week in Hawaii. The house was exactly as the pictures described it. The space was perfect for our four families, one with a toddler. We loved the shared spaces and the private balconies. We enjoyed grilling and eating out on the back deck. The kitchen offered everything we could possibly have needed for cooking and eating together. We had wondered about not having central air in the house, but the fans kept the house very comfortable. We almost never turned the televisions on but there were plenty. We were so happy to be together and enjoyed the pool and the hot tub every day. We loved being close to several beaches and many excellent restaurants and shopping areas. We got some of our groceries from a farmer's market which was great fun. Having baby equipment and snorkeling gear available for us, also beach towels and chairs, made our times at the beach a joy. I personally loved waking up to the sound of birds singing and having my first coffee out on the balcony off from our bedroom. Just lovely. There are other houses close by but with all the trees we had lots of privacy. The table with all kinds of information for sight-seeing, restaurants, etc. was extremely helpful to us. We loved having the maps to look at to help us feel oriented before we took off on a couple of day trips. Loved having ice chests for packing picnics for the day we went to Volcano National Park and also the day we went to the Observatory, waterfalls, and Japanese gardens. Dave was very helpful in getting us information about several things some family members were interested in. It was a great week for us. Awesome snorkeling, turtles, birds. Loved eating at Holuakoa Gardens, and several other restaurants. Thank you for a great celebration.

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

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• An amazing holiday on the Big Island

  An amazing holiday on the Big Island

  • Guest Connie
  • Date of stay 12/22/12
  • Review Submitted 03/22/13
  You can imagine our family of 10 coming here from frigid Canada in the foothills of the Rockies (although Grandma and Papa were able to get acclimatized for two weeks in the desert of California) to this paradise island. We spent 2 fabulous weeks over the Christmas and New Years holiday at the Falling Waters Villa at Magic Sands in Kona. There were 6 adults, 3 youth and 1 small child. This location provided a neat opportunity for three brothers (grandsons) to bond with their little cousin (granddaughter). This place was ideal for our group for the very fact that there was more than lots of room and we never ever felt crowded. The backyard was perfect for the family to enjoy meals and conversation. We even put up a Christmas tree on the deck as well as hung our Christmas stockings there. The swimming pool and hot tub were frequently used. We even had a number of afternoon pool parties. We had close proximity to the beach, only a 3 or 4 block walk. The prevalence of quality beaches for both snorkeling and swimming were within a short drive. There were several choices for grocery shopping, Costco being our first choice. The fireworks display on New Year's Eve by the owners was memorable and thus we brought in the new year in an unforgettable way. Thanks Dave, you made it special for us. We can't emphasize enough how wonderful the owners were. We had one concern upon arrival when we discovered their home was attached to our rental, but we never saw them or heard them the entire time we were there. A nice gesture was that we could pick the limes from their tree at anytime. We also want to stress how considerate Diane and Dave (the owners) were when we asked it we could extend our stay by 7 hours to accommodate our late departure. We also requested and received an early check-in. This truly meant a lot to us. Our only negative feedback was the pool is very deep, which was great for the older kids, but not great for little ones. That being said, we worked around it. Special features of the villa: The spectacular views from every window in the home which provided lots of natural light. Home surrounded in tropical plants and palm trees - created privacy from the neighbors and yet space to roam. The house was well stocked with towels, dishes, pots and pans, etc. Some beach toys, chairs, umbrella and scuba equipment provided. Having the commercial washer and dryer was considered a luxury by our family. It truly was an amazing holiday.

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

  Owner response: Connie, you guys were absolutely one of the best family's to host at our vacation villa, Falling Waters, and you are always welcomed to stay here anytime! As you pointed out some specific details about our Villa, the property's Amenities, our Guest Perk's that we offer, you were kind enough to mention our Central Location, to EVERYTHING, a Family or group will ever need ... all within minutes. * Update - The 'Secret Path' to Magic-White Sands Beach has been innovated, and now you can get there, within a few minutes! Also, we have a New Face Book page that we will be sending you the link to ... featuring the latest photo's and more ... Our intention is to make your stay here, a very Memorable one ... one that you and your Family will remember for many years, so that when you are sitting around your fireplace on one of those Cold, Wintery Calgary Nights ... you will say, "Remember when we went to Kona?" ... then, nothing but Smiles and Cheers! Mahalo and thank you for taking such wonderful care of our Villa and property during your stay. It must be a Canadian "Gene" to do so, as we have always been impressed by the high level of care and respect towards others home's and properties, and, additionally, we really appreciate all of your efforts and for taking the time to write this extensive positive review. Connie, you and your family are most certainly welcomed here anytime. E Komo Mai! With our warmest Aloha, Dave & Diane VacationHomeKona Kailua Kona, Big Island of Hawai'i

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• Paradise with a pool.

  Paradise with a pool.

  • Guest Laurie
  • Date of stay 02/09/13
  • Review Submitted 03/14/13
  We had a wonderful vacation in this beautiful location. The house was fantastic, immaculately clean, nicely decorated and worked perfectly for our three generation group. The four large bedrooms and 3 and 1/2 bathrooms suited our needs perfectly. The outdoor spaces were the highlight with many afternoons spent relaxing around the pool and enjoying the views. Can't wait to stay here again!

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• This house is BEAUTIFUL and has everything you would ever want!

  This house is BEAUTIFUL and has everything you would ever want!

  • Guest Shae
  • Date of stay 02/15/12
  • Review Submitted 02/13/13
  I stayed for two weeks at falling waters with my fiancé, his mother, and some older aunts and uncles that had never been to Hawaii before. The house, a little bit higher than most rentals, was the best investment I ever made. While my sweetie and I hit all the Hot Spots in Kona and traveled around this amazing island, everyone else enjoyed all the amenities ... the pool, hot tub,videos,library,TV's ,puzzles, not to mention the whales, birds,geckos that live in all the Huge palm trees that make this property so special. We also enjoyed the privacy of our own hot tub beneath the most amazing stars and crashing of the waves...A definite must for a family vacation, no matter what your age is...aloha and many thanks.

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

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• Highly Recommended!

  Highly Recommended!

  • Guest Chelsea
  • Date of stay 03/25/12
  • Review Submitted 04/11/12
  We had 7 adults in our group and the house was perfect for us. There are 4 main bedrooms each have a queen size bed, plus all 4 rooms have a twin bed. There are a few other lounging/sleeping spaces set up throughout the home. 2 of the upstairs bedrooms share a jack-n-jill bath, and the other 2 rooms have their own bathrooms. The layout worked well, spacious & relaxing. We ate breakfast on the back patio area and spent time in the afternoon out front by the pool. The hot tub was fun at night with the light feature! We had 3 cars, but the space could hold 4 plus there is street parking nearby. The house is nicely surrounded in tropical plants & trees which create privacy from the neighbors. The owners live onsite in a house connected to the rental unit. Dave and Diane were so welcoming and offered helpful tips and island information. Although they live onsite, their space is separated from the rental space so we didn’t hear them or see them during our stay. There are plenty of towels, snorkeling gear, & beach chairs provided for use – not to mention a ton of other helpful household items not typically available in rentals. The house is about a 5 minute walk to Magic Sands Beach, which we didn’t go to since it was crowded, but location was great. Ali’I Drive is a nice street for a walk or jog and there are several places to access the water for a snorkel! There is a grocery store 5 minutes driving south which was handy. The location of the house was a nice distance from downtown Kailua-Kona (about 3+ miles). We were in town for a family wedding w/ a group of 50. Out of the houses and condos the wedding guests rented, Falling Waters house was definitely best in show! We left a phone charger at the house & Dave mailed it to us right away. We also got our deposit back about a week after our stay. Everything about the rental process was great & we hope to visit Falling Waters & the Big Island again soon! Mahalo Dave & Diane for such a pleasant stay! Comments from my group: It was fantastic, fun & comfortable- felt like it was well taken care of and would definitely return to stay there! The landscaping was great, it attracted birds & geckos and screened the neighbors in the nicest way, and rustled in the breeze. The home was a wonderful mix of hominess & luxury. I was sick & it made all the difference to have a beautiful place to hang for a couple of "down" days, where I still felt like I was on vacation even though I couldn't do much. Great vibe!

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

  Owner response: First of all, we want to give Chelsea and Beth a Big Mahalo for taking the Time and Effort, to write this most Splendid Guest Review. This is one of our Best Reviews in the last 12 months ... and they took their time to write a Concise and Thoughtful description of their stay at our luxury level Villa ....... They've given a well-rounded detail of not only our listed amenities, but, also those great amenities that are there to exceed your expectations, and isn't that the whole purpose? To exceed our Guests expectations ..... in a well rendered manner! ....... The only correction that we would add is that most of our Beds are King size, not Queen, as listed on our vrbo page ....... The last thing to certainly mention, is the General Condition, that Chelsea and her group left our Villa in ....... Flawless ....... as if No One had ever stayed there at all, so their Guest 'Foot Print', was Negligible, the most Coveted result that Any Vacation Property Owner or Agent ....... could only Wish for! ....... You guys are most certainly Welcomed Here ....... Anytime ...... and we are certain that they will be back again! ....... Mahalo nui e' Komo Mai ... Dream Hawaii!

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• Family Reunion

  Family Reunion

  • Guest jan
  • Date of stay 12/23/11
  • Review Submitted 02/27/12
  Falling Waters is a unique, homey Hawaiian home. Our family of 15 (8 adults and 7 grandchildren) enjoyed congregating in the well equipped kitchen-dining room while our "chefs" prepared wonderful Hawaiian specialties. Santa came to Falling Waters, so Christmas morning found us gathered in the living room where we found our stockings filled with Hawaiian treasures. Mornings on the pool deck (with our cups of freshly brewed Kona coffee) were spent making plans for each day. The grandkids loved boogie boarding at Magic Sands beach. Their favorite day though was zip-lining in the rain forest up north near the town of Hawi. I loved both our day at the Volcano National Park and kayaking to captain Cook Monument where spinner dolphins entertained us along the way and when we arrived at the monument the snorkeling was spectacular!! This was our family's 7th family reunion. I have rented 6 homes through VRBO. When I signed the rental agreement for this home in February 2011, it was listed on this site as a 4.25 bath, 5+bedroom home. Unfortunately, from February 2011 until our arrival on December 23,2011, it didn't dawn on me to question these numbers. Whenever I've rented through VRBO in the past, the numbers of bedrooms and bathrooms listed have always accurately reflected the actual number of bedrooms and bathrooms in the home. Upon our arrival at Falling Waters we found 3.5 baths, rather than the 4.25 private bathrooms promised and the 5th bedroom, described as a "mini-suite", is a converted closet IN the 4th bedroom. Since our stay, this site has been amended and lists the correct number of bathrooms. The descriptions of the bedrooms have been altered as well. . I would also recommend asking a couple of other questions early in the rental process of this property. If your party includes children under the age of 5, adults over the age of 70, or teenagers, ask if there are any pool or hot tub restrictions. Secondly, ask if the washing, drying and folding of all towels is included in the cleanng fee. In the end, all 15 of us had a fantastic Big Island vacation, and I did appreciate the commercial size washer & dryer, our extended check out time, and the return of my full security deposit in such a timely fashion.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, girls getaway.

  Owner response: With over 20 years of Experience, with our family being Residential Home Builders, Sub-division Developers, Real Estate Agents, owning and operating Vacation Property's in Hawaii and the Mainland; ........ Every Once in a while, the Circus descends into Kona. This is the case in point here, where SomeTimes, there appears an Miss-matched union between a Vacation Property, Rules and Regulations and New Guests, no matter which Universe they are from ........ Here's Why ....... it's undoubtedly Certain, that at times, All Vacation Property Owners, will encounter Certain Families that Do Not Fit, Nor Vacation, Nor Play, Nor Live, Well Together, under Any Circumstances, Period ....... This is Not the Fault nor the Responsibility of the Owners or Agents, therefore, it is inconceivable to accept any fault ....... This Phenomenon is beyond our Scope of our trademark Hawaiian Hospitality ........ From a Pure Observation standpoint, If and When, you are met on Arrival Day, with a Family, displaying High Levels of dramatic Group Dissonance, and Toxic behavior, that is Fueled not by Oxygen, but, rather Ethanol ....... The Las Vegas Odds are that it’s Not going to be Pretty, for the rest of the Ride ........ Now you may multiple that by a factor of 18 and the Show is about to Kick Off ........ Enjoy the Popcorn!

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• Our Long Anticipated Home Rental in Paradise!

  Our Long Anticipated Home Rental in Paradise!

  • Guest Rachel
  • Date of stay 07/02/11
  • Review Submitted 07/17/11
  This vacation was over two years in the making. It took us quite a while to find just the right vacation home to house our four families - but I know we found the perfect one! The house was spacious and cozy at the same time, with all the amenities you need to make it feel like home. We enjoyed watching the kids play in the pool, dinners out on the back lanai/deck, using the private upper lanai off of the pineapple room as my personal office -- getting to work in the early hours with the birds singing and the heady scent of the plumerias, gathering in the large kitchen/dining room to prepare meals and compare the day's adventures we all had. And did we ever have adventures! The house was the perfect starting point to our many trips: just minutes away from Magic Sands Beach for boogie boarding or Kahaluu Beach for snorkeling (all beach gear provided!) with many fish and turtles! A slightly longer walk to Kailua Village, the farmers' markets and other shopping. A two-hour drive or less got us to Volcano Nat.l Park, Hapuna Beach, the summit of Mauna Kea, and other destinations. But most of all I enjoyed relaxing, enjoying the views, and trading stories with family members that are far flung. Mahalo for the memories! Can't wait to return!

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

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• OUR FAMILY GET TOGETHER OVER THE 4TH OF JULY TO CELEBRATE LIFE, LIFE, LOVE & HAPPINESS

  OUR FAMILY GET TOGETHER OVER THE 4TH OF JULY TO CELEBRATE LIFE, LIFE, LOVE & HAPPINESS

  • Guest Tom & Marilyn
  • Date of stay 07/02/11
  • Review Submitted 07/16/11
  Our long awaited trip to Hawaii was so overwhelmingly wonderful that I'm not sure where to begin. We were told the Kona airport was surrounded by mainly black lava etc., but to not be discouraged. South to Kona it was to got greener and more beautiful. We were amazed at how beautiful our house was at Kona Magic Sands with its lush palm trees. We felt that the house was so much more than the description as listed on VRBO. The house was so richly decorated, yet had an appeal about it of comfort, warmth and hominess. Diane met us and walked us through the house, explaining many of the features available to us. Diane and Dave were so accomodating - wonderful people. The kitchen was equipped with anything one would need. The bedrooms were beautifully decorated, clean, spacious and had great views. Every room was decorated with care and love, which to me made this feel so much like a home. The hot tub, pool, outdoor shower, barbeque pit, were used often as we frequented the close by beaches, (saw sea turtles), snorkeled, shopped at local vegetable and fruit markets, or the "Bite Me Fresh Fish" market, or just lounged around enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian fragances and listening to the local birds. There was much to do around Kona, but we also ventured out to "Hawai'i National Park" and hiked several trails, including walking through part of a lava tube, walking down to the coast line to see how the lava broke off and created cliffs, hiking out to see petroglyphs and also hiking out to see where the lave closed off a highway. Part of our group, consisting of 4 families, drove the Saddle Road to Hilo where they saw Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Boiling Pots, Hilo, and then drove the northern coast home to Magic Sands. As a group we drove to Hapuna Beach, a beautiful sandy beach north of Kona. Definitely worth the drive. The kids and adults loved the use of the bogie boards, umbrellas, and snorkel gear that was provided to us from the house at Magic Sands. Some of us also hiked the "Captain Cook" trail. It was a challenge, but the snorkeling was awesome. I would recommend taking a boat next time-much easier to snorkel from a boat. Another group drove to Mauna Kea Observatory in the evening. We also toured "Pu'honua o Honaunau" national park. It was always nice to come home to Magic Sands, to relax by the pool or on one of the comfortable couchs by the many fans through out the house. We will miss our wonderful home in Hawaii. Mahalo e'a hui hou.

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

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• Our Christmas Vacation at Falling Waters was perfect for our large family celebration!

  Our Christmas Vacation at Falling Waters was perfect for our large family celebration!

  • Guest Robyn, Johnny and Alexa
  • Date of stay 12/25/10
  • Review Submitted 01/17/11
  Our party of 14 had the perfect Christmas/NY's vacation at Falling Waters! The reviews from our group were unanimous with everyone saying it was the perfect place to relax, escape, explore, be active, become a real beach-goer, cook and eat like kings, and really enjoy our family time! There were four families in total, each of which found very comfortable, private rooms/bathrooms along with spacious, well-appointed shared living spaces, including the beautiful outside dining area which we really made use of to enjoy the wonderful weather. There are electric fans throughout the house, beautiful artwork, a well-stocked kitchen which even the pickiest chef would enjoy, the sound of exotic birds singing in the morning, beautiful views from the top floor, views of the sunset from the pool deck, and fabulous hosts, Dave and Diane, who were so helpful with questions and making sure we all felt comfortable, while at the same time ensuring we had our privacy, This is the perfect house for large groups as we could enjoy all the living spaces comfortably without being in each others way. The grandparents really enjoyed their own separate Pegge Hopper suite. With kids ranging from 3 - 17 years there was something for everyone, They (and the big kids, us adults!) all enjoyed the pool, grassy areas to play, beach toys and especially Magic Sands beach -- our favourite activities were boogie boarding and snorkeling there and all the gear was provided at the house -- we even saw a pod of dolphins on numerous occasions. It was nice to have the lifeguarded beaches so close by, and we made use of the outdoor showers at the beach and the house to get the sand out of our hair and suits. We also snorkeled at Kahaluu Beach and saw the turtles (a real highlight!) Running/walking along Alii Drive was also really convenient - and the luau Dave recommended at the Kona Resort was a great feast and show. The fireworks display provided by Dave on the street on NY's Eve was an added bonus as a festive way to ring in the new year! The house is in the perfect location to tour the Island - we found there was so much to see and do in the surrounding areas that we didn't feel the need to venture too far. Members of our party had fun experiencing the many golf courses, a horseback riding excursion, Place of Refuge,quaint shops in Kona, Hapuna Beach, the Queens Bath, and the farmers market for fresh fruit and veggies. We hardly scratched the surface and want to see more, so we will be back!

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

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• A Very Charming and Comfortable Residence

  A Very Charming and Comfortable Residence

  • Guest Kevin
  • Date of stay 07/18/10
  • Review Submitted 08/18/10
  We were pleasantly surprised to find out that the villa was just as portrayed - beautiful, spacious, inviting, and private. We thought our large party (14?) of two families would have us busting at the seams, but the large format sleeping quarters gave us plenty of room. The kitchen was well-stocked and accommodated "mass-production" meals, and the large shaded outdoor dining area made the expansive back porch a legitimate part of the living space. The villa is just a couple streets off the main road, which keeps it very quiet, but not too remote for an easy walk to the beach or a jog to town. We felt very safe, and kept all our water toys outside on the soft grass day and night.

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

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Additional information about rental rates

* BASE Rates based on a 8 Guest occupancy. We bundle rates for larger groups, up to 12+.

* HOLIDAY & SPECIAL Event Rates: From $750 to $825/night, for 8 to 12 Guests.

* SPECIAL RATES based on a 4 Guest occupancy.

* FREE Night's + PERKS - details are listed on new web site.

NOTICE - Our Web site INFO supersedes any other Web listing's Rate Quotes, Specials, Deposits & Policy details.

MAHALO!

Additional Fees and Taxes:

13.42% GET/TAT

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