Vacation Rentals by Owner

Shores of Maui Unit 115-The Best Maui Vacation We've Ever Had!

Guest: Cindy (Fox Island, Washington)
Date of Stay: 04/07/12 Review Submitted: 05/01/12

My husband and I recently returned from a very relaxing two week vacation where we stayed at this unit. In the past, we've always stayed in the Kaanapali area, but for anyone who wants to get away from the crowds and enjoy the true flavor of Maui, we definitly recommend the Kihei area. While we were there, we walked by many condo's and were glad we chose The Shores of Maui. It's smaller than most of the condos which adds to the relaxing atmosphere. No more jockeying for the best spot at the pool. The pool here is large and very clean with a great barbeque area adn ocean view. I think that 115 offers one of the best views of the ocean with extremely reasonable rates. Our condo was clean and comfortable with a very well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed meeting and visiting with other guests and with the owners, Ellen and John Bienia. They live nearby and do a great job in cleaning the unit between visitors. Everything we needed was within walking distance and, in Kihei, you can still browse through the many open markets to view the wares of the locals. If you want a great breakfast, take a short two block walk to the Kihei Cafe. The menu and food are unbelievable--but bring cash because they don't take credit cards. Also, the "Threes" restaurant has super happy hour deals with half price appetizers and drinks. The appetizers were so wonderful we ordered several and had them for dinner out on the open deck. On our last day, we drove to Lahaina and the Kaanapli areas. The streets and beaches were crowded which only confirmed that we made the best choice.To sum it all up, if you want a safe, great place to stay, with beautiful secluded beaches, this unit is the one for you! We are already planning for our next trip.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Our stay September 2011

Guest: Jim (Tempe, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 09/23/11 Review Submitted: 10/09/11

We had a wonderful two week stay at John and Ellen's condo. We found it immaculate and very well stocked, including everything you need for the beach - towels, chairs, ice chests, umbrella and boogie boards. The view of the beach from the living room and lania is great. The beach is only a 2 minute walk from the condo. John met as upon our arrival to welcome us, answer our questions and point out all the things that were within walking distance. There are plenty of restaurants, shops and a large grocery store all within walking distance. And if you need to do some printing, scanning and faxing, there is a business center across the street. We found the unit to be exactly as shown in the pictures and as described by John and Ellen on the phone. You won't be disappointed staying here!

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

Excellent Location, Comfortable, Well Stocked

Guest: Mary (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 11/06/10 Review Submitted: 12/15/10

My sister, 6-year-old grandniece and I really appreciated the location and sense of community we experienced in John and Ellen's condominium home. Ellen and John were wonderful hosts, and the unit was just as advertised. My grandniece loved the pool and the nearby shave ice stand! It was great to walk to the park, grocery store and beaches. And I've never stayed anywhere that was as well stocked, & the full sized washer and dryer really came in handy. Thanks so much for everything!

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

Friendlist complex around with a perfect location

Guest: Mary (Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 10/24/10 Review Submitted: 11/21/10

We loved our stay in October at Ellen and Johns Condo. The location could not have been better. We loved watching the surfers in the morning and the evening sunsets right at our door. The pool was 30 feet from the lanai, great barbecues every night and really nice residents and guests We look forward to another stay at your condo Ellen. Thanks very much

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

MAUI IS AWESOME!!

Guest: Robyn, Kevin & Girls (Nanton, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/07/10

Just came back from 3 weeks stay in condo 115. We are a family with 2 young children and the condo was perfect for us. It was well equipped with all the amenities needed and had a new front load washer that was awesome. It was clean and had very comfortable beds. Our girls loved being so close to the pool and bbq area. Every morning we would open the blinds to our lanai and have the most beautiful view of the ocean. It is also prime location to the local grocery store, playground and best beach on Maui. We love the Shores of Maui and will be returning some day very soon.

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

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/23/09 Review Submitted: 11/23/09

Thank you Ellen and John for renting us Unit 115 at the Shores of Maui in Kehei. We had everything we could have wanted at your unit. We all slept so well in the comfy bedding and my sister loved her queen size pull out couch in the extra large living area. We were able to walk to get groceries, eat and shop. The pool and hot tub were awesome. We can't wait to come back. Mahalo....Larry, Maggie and Trisha

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Guest: Annie and Mike Watts (Silver Springs, NV)
Date of Stay: 07/20/09 Review Submitted: 07/20/09

We have been to vacationing in Maui for about 10 years and since we discovered Shores of Maui, it has been our Maui residence of choice. This was our first time in unit 115, but it sure won't be our last! Ellen was so wonderful to work with that it made the reservation process simple as pie. The condo itself is possibly the best one we've ever stayed in. Not only was everything clean and neat, but the huge TV made my husband extraordinarily happy! I highly recommend this condo for anyone considering a stay on Maui. Mahalo, Ellen!

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Guest: Mark & Doris Schroeder1 (Anchorage,Alaska)
Date of Stay: 03/24/09 Review Submitted: 03/24/09

Unit # 115 is a wonderful condo. Quiet, with little or no road noise, spacious, clean, well equipped and central to wonderful beaches and shops. We loved our stay here and highly recommend it to others.

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Guest: Mark & Doris Schoreder (Anchorage,Alaska)
Date of Stay: 03/24/09 Review Submitted: 03/24/09

This is a wonderful condo. Quiet,with little or no road noise,spacious,clean,well-equipped and central to wonderful beaches and shops . We loved our stay here and highly recommend it to others.

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Guest: Mark & Doris Schroeder (Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 03/16/09 Review Submitted: 03/16/09

A great unit! Very spacious, clean and quiet. Convenient location close to wonderful beaches and shops. We enjoyed our stay here and would highly recommend it to others.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/21/08 Review Submitted: 12/21/08

We've been staying at Shores of Maui for 20 years. This was the cleanest unit we've ever been in! Well equipped, great location, larger than other units, and beautiful ocean view. What more could you want? Cynthia Leas and Patrick Ash, Anchorage, Alaska

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Guest: Parm & Tom (Lindsey,OH)
Date of Stay: 03/31/08 Review Submitted: 03/31/08

We stayed three weeks in January, 2008, and thoroughly enjoyed every minute! The location is perfect, the condo is in excellent condition with all of the accessories of home. The place is extemely clean and tidy. The owners are great and willing to help with directions, places to visit, and anything needed in Maui. We plan to stay again next year. It is truly a "paradise on earth"!!!!

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Guest: Megan & Tommay (White Rock, B.C. Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/14/07 Review Submitted: 11/14/07

This is just a wonderful unit! Very big & bright, and has all the extras that you might miss from home (It was great to come home and not have to do laundry since my husband had just done it before we left the condo!). The views from the deck are amazing, and although it is right on the main road, it is very quiet. My husband and I planned a last minute trip to Maui, and the owners of the unit were so friendly and accommodating, it was an absolute pleasure to rent from them. We highly recomend this unit, cannot be beat for the price!

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Guest: Morgan & Jenny Taylor_HAC40466 (Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 05/06/07 Review Submitted: 05/06/07

We definitely enjoyed our stay at the Shores of Maui in unit #115. The condo has plenty of room and is in an awesome location. You can easily be on the best beaches or having breakfast at the Kihei Caffe in 5 minutes or less. The condo is well furnished and has a nice view of the sunset and ocean. My wife and I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others.

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Guest: Pat and Jim1 (Johnstown, CO)
Date of Stay: 03/20/07 Review Submitted: 03/20/07

We truly enjoyed our stay at Condo 21788 for our stay recently. It was such a relaxing place. The condo was so well appointed and clean! We had all the amenities of home, including plenty of beach towels! This was such a great place and the owners were so eager to help us with anything we needed! We had a beautiful view of the ocean and could see the whales from our lanai! We had a terrific time. Thank you!

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Guest: Donna & Harold Hazelaar (Windermere,BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/22/07 Review Submitted: 01/22/07

This was our first vacation to Maui, and having a place to stay that was clean, roomy and so close to the ocean was wonderful. Wireless internet, laundry, coolers and lawnchairs are helpful in making it feel just like home. We found the complex very quiet and safe at night.

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Guest: Lara1 (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/14/06 Review Submitted: 04/14/06

I had a wonderful experience staying at this condo. It had everything I needed plus more to the beach chairs and ubrella, extra beach towels, to books, movies, washer and dryer, etc. I especially loved the new tile in the kitchen that livened up the kitchen and living room. The views from the Lania were wonderful, and while it is located right on S. Kihei road, as most condo's are, not once did I notice the noise from the street. The pool/hotub and picnic areas were also fabulous. I would definitely rent this condo again.

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Guest: Stacey3 (Sacramento, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/27/05 Review Submitted: 09/27/05

Great location - close to Wailea, close to Lahaina. Everything provided for us- coolers, boogie boards, towels, dishes. We saved tons of money by stopping by Costco and picking up food to grill or cook. The patio overlooks the ocean so it was great for drinking coffee in the a.m., and drinking maitais in the p.m.!

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Guest: Rod & Ingrid Goffic (Woodland, WA 98674)
Date of Stay: 08/16/05 Review Submitted: 08/16/05

Great place to stay. Clean!!!! That was the deciding factor. Lots of great extras to make it like a, home away from home. Would stay again. Very close to everything. Could walk to shopping, resturants, and beaches.

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Guest: Stephen McDonald (Knightstown, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 08/08/04 Review Submitted: 08/08/04

We had a most wonderful stay here and would highly recommend this listing to any one wishing to have a romantic and quiet experience on Maui. You are centrally located and the view from the Lanai each morning while having our coffee was one right out of the picture books. We giggled and smiled each morning and kept it until we went to sleep at night. Four Star rating and please consider this listing for your stay.

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Guest: Rob and Cindy Bigelow (calif)
Date of Stay: 09/01/03 Review Submitted: 09/01/03

just a great place! try the stuffed salmon at costco on the barbe and then have left-over fish tacos for lunch, and top it off with a corona! wow.....enjoy

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Guest: ainsley dent (truckee, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/02/03 Review Submitted: 06/02/03

We had a wonderful stay at this well maintained, spaceous ocean view condo. It is located in central Kihei, which is perfect walking distance to nearly everything that one would want to explore. I truly enjoyed my time at this condo. Without hestiation, I would recommed anyone to stay here, they would not be let down.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/28/03 Review Submitted: 05/28/03

When visiting Maui, location is the primary concern in choosing a vacation rental condo. Condo 21788 was in a perfect location- just a short walk to beautiful beaches, great shopping and premier restaurants. The condo itself provides all of amenities of home - including but not limited to a washer and dryer, dishwasher, air conditioning, and a modern refrigerator and stove. The condo was nicely decorated with bright and light decor. The condo also provides a clean, private patio where you can sit outside and watch the sunset while eating dinner. The grounds were well maintained and secure. The condo owner was a pleasure to work with and easy to contact. I appreciated having a direct connection with the condo owner rather than working through a real estate agent. I am familiar with condos in the Kihei area, and I highly recommend this vacation rental to couples visiting Maui.

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