A little piece of paradise at a fantastic price

Guest: mitzu (Manitoba)
Date of Stay: 01/30/10 Review Submitted: 02/20/10

We had a fabulous trip in Maui, and we are so glad to have found this condo! We were 3 couples and stayed there in early February 2010, waking up every morning watching whales breach and going to sleep every night listening to the surf and letting the breeze come in off the ocean. The condo has everything you need... more pots and pans than expected, a dishwasher, fans in every room, an ice maker! The 3rd bedroom closet is packed with boogie boards, beach mats and beach chairs. The only thing I missed was my big comfy pillowtop mattress, so my only suggestion would be to upgrade the beds. We even had internet to email our beautiful pictures home every day! The pool was nice, the BBQ's were awesome, the sunsets were incredible! And the beaches on either side of the condo were perfect for morning workouts :) I have to admit this is the first time I book a private condo and was a little skeptical about sending a cheque in the mail, but the owners were kind and helpful, emailing me as soon as the money was received, and giving us advice as to which local restaurants to try and which tour companies to trust. I would highly recommend booking this place. In fact, I'm thinking about planning a family trip for December!

Owner response:Aloha! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at our condo. We try to make sure all our guests enjoy their experience, and are always glad to help with suggestions for activities, sightseeing, restaurants, shopping, etc. (especially on a budget). We appreciate your comment that you "missed your big comfy pillowtop mattress". A good night sleep is important, but mattress preference is a very personal thing. This is the first time we've had this suggestion and we will look into possible options. Our little piece of paradise is very special to us, and we always try to promote the spirit of "Aloha". Mahalo nui loa (Thank you very much) - Audrey & Jim

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

family vacation

Guest: Big group (Emmett, ID)
Date of Stay: 11/05/11 Review Submitted: 11/28/11

Condo was as described and location was great! Ground floor was great for ease of access to beach and neighboring condo, which we also rented. Kitchen had plenty of everything.The only thing that would have made the stay better would be more comfortable beds, but all in all a good place! The owners are great to work with and answer e-mails promptly. Great access to Kihei, Maalea and Lahina. Try Beach Bums in Maalea, a great place to eat! Also enjoyed Moose Magillicuddy in Kihei. The aquarium is well worth the ticket price. Also went fishing on the Lucky Strike II, great crew and highlight of the trip!

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

A Memorable Stay!

Guest: Chrissy (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11 Review Submitted: 11/12/11

We had a wonderful stay at Menehune Shores. There was plenty of room for the family of 4 couples and a 10mo old. Jim was excellent to work with. He gave us plenty of info on local restaurants, grocery stores, and even info of the best place to rent a crib and high chair which was delivered to the condo before we arrived. We ate most meals at the condo and made great use of the BBQ. The sunsets were amazing! Can't wait to go back and stay there again!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.

Perfect Paradise on the Pacific Ocean!

Guest: TDav (USA)
Date of Stay: 08/17/11 Review Submitted: 10/17/11

Wow, we couldn't believe how close we were to the water. It was so relaxing to sit on the lanai in the early mornings and evenings and just enjoy the scenery. My husband and I stayed in your lovely condo with our five adult children. There was plenty of sleeping room with the three bedrooms and the sofa sleeper. We enjoyed the breeze running through the condo when we would open the lanai doors and the front door. There were plenty of fans to keep the air circulating and comfortable. We didn't need airconditioning; that was the one thing I was concerned about. But it worked out fine. One of the boys got up early and paddle surfed every morning and then again in the evening. The kids all enjoyed going down and walking on the nearby beaches. Our oldest even proposed to his girlfriend there on the beach! She said "yes" by the way. Jim was super to work with, very amenable and friendly. The condo management staff was friendly and helpful although their office hours were very limited. All in all we had a wonderful stay. The kids cooked dinner several of the nights we were there and used the BBQs by the pool and the pool occasionally. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals; although we didn't cook much. If we have a large group, we would definitely rent this condo again. This was the kids' first trip to Hawaii. They had a blast and all of them said they would rent this condo again. It's great for a "family" vacation. This was our first VRBO rental and we were very satisfied :)

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

Beautiful Sunsets

Guest: Lori (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/26/11 Review Submitted: 10/11/11

The condo was a spacious, clean 3-bedroom unit - two of the bedrooms faced the ocean . Centrally located in Kihei, well-maintained property - barbeques available on ground level or rooftop. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets every night from our lanai - very relaxing - pool is clean and warm with easy access to the beach on either side. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return in the not to distant future.

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

Just great!

Guest: Hawaii 5-0 gang! (Québec, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11 Review Submitted: 08/10/11

We just return from Maui and it was just fantastic. Jim and Audrey were there when we arrived and they give us a very warm welcome. The condo is perfect, great location and big enough for 6 adults. The pool, the BBQ, the restaurant in the complex were very appreciated. We strongly recommend it, if you want a nice place to stay by the ocean with wonderful sunset!!!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.

Wonderful place to stay - would stay here again

Guest: Jill (Green Bay WI)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11 Review Submitted: 07/17/11

My sister, niece (18) and nephew (21) and their boyfriend and girlfriend and I came to Maui to celebrate my niece's high school graduation. I had found this condo online on this site and after reading the reviews decided to book. What a great choice we made! Everyone was so excited when we walked in and saw the beautiful lanai and ocean view. Wow! We enjoyed many beautiful evenings on the patio eating dinner that had been grilled on the barbecues. The photos accurately reflect the rental's appearance and ameneties and the grounds are very well cared for. It was postcard perfect on our ocean side. The sunsets are out of this world and something one could never get tired of. We did the mountain bike ride down Haleakala, diving with the Maui Dive Shop, parasailing with West Maui parasail in Lahaina, hiking in East Maui with Hike Maui and my sister and I went to the magic show at Warren and Annabelle's in Lahaina. All of the activities were great This was a great location for getting to all of these activities. There are also many beautiful beaches in Kihei and so we snorkeled and boogie boarded a lot too. This was a beautiful vacation and we hope to return again. Jim was attentive and helpful at all times from the booking to our arrival. He made everything very easy. We all can highly recommend this condo to anyone.

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

Aloha! from the Browns

Guest: Kihei Aloha! (Albany, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 06/10/11 Review Submitted: 06/28/11

Aloha! After a one week whirlwind vacation to Maui (far too short a duration), we've had time to reflect on this wonderful sojourn. A huge part of the vacations' success was because of the superb accommodations we experienced while in Maui. The condo owned by Jim and Audrey Speth is perfect in our opinion. The moment we entered it, we were greeted by a Hawaiian welcome on the entry hall wall. That set the stage for our next surprise which was the magnificent lanai and view. The far living room wall is entirely glass with a huge sliding glass door which never failed to frame the amazing and always tremendous views of the Pacific, the island Lanai, as well as west Maui. We had our grown children with us on this trip and never felt crowded. The three bedrooms were very nicely appointed and the beds were very comfortable. There is very nice separation between the bedrooms yet all three open into the living room/dining room areas providing a very easy, comfortable feel. The floor plan is quite efficient. Even though there is no air conditioning, the combination of the cooler tropical evening breezes in conjunction with new ceiling fans throughout, made it very comfortable. After just a short time, we all felt right at home. The kitchen provided very good working space and the Speth family has made certain that there are plenty of utensils, plates, glassware, etc. The proximity of this home to the ocean, the beaches, the Hawaiian fishing ponds, restaurants, and shopping cannot be overemphasized. There were always more than enough parking spaces available upon returning from our different adventures. We found ourselves spending our times of rest and relaxation out on the wonderful lanai. Watching the outriggers paddle by as we enjoyed meals on the lanai was a treat. The condo grounds, just a step off from the lanai, are immaculately groomed and the palm trees adjacent to the lanai are beautiful. Finally, the rooftop views of the islands are incredible. Rooftop Gas Bar-B-Cues are available for use by guests and we enjoyed having sunset grilled dinners while taking in the beauty. It is with great pleasure that we highly recommend this condo home. We already know that at some point, we will return to it. Mahalo and Aloha! Steve & Shelia Brown Albany, Oregon

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

Maui Paradise Vacation in Kihei

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/13/11 Review Submitted: 06/25/11

A wonderful familly vacation was enjoyed at Jim and Audrey's condo in Kihei. The pictures on the website showed what the inside looked like but the view was even better. Absolutely beautiful. The sound of the waves at night was peaceful. We had everything needed to prepare meals. The rooftop for grilling was great even when it was very windy. Sitting on the lanai at night watching the sun go down after a long day of sightseeing or snorkeling was a great way to end a paradise day. Jim was very helpful and easy to contact. Many places to eat and getting to all the many activities was a breeze from the condo location. We would highly recommend this place to family and friends and would definately rent this place again. Thank you again for a wonderful family vacation in your little paradise on Maui.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

Guest: Gina From Whidbey Island (-)
Date of Stay: 03/28/11 Review Submitted: 04/25/11

Beach Front Beauty The most beautiful view. I have stayed on Maui 8 times now and this was the only time I've been right on the beach. What a view!!! We got to see the whales spout off and enjoy our sunset's on the patio. We loved the barbeque on the roof top and were really impressed by how clean everything was. We will be back!

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