Vacation Rentals by Owner

Waikaloa Beach Condo - VRBO 23117

Guest: W & C (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 01/25/12 Review Submitted: 02/18/12

This condo's listing description and photos are very accurate, the owner is incredibly helpful and responsive, and we highly recommend this property. The only improvement we could possibly request is a stronger wi-fi signal. That being said, this unit was everything we could have hoped for and it was the perfect choice for us. It is exceptionally well-equipped and very nicely decorated. The grounds are extremely well manicured and the location met our needs to a tee. In fact, the unit was so comfortable that we often found ourselves simply lazing around the condo and the pool right outside the sliding patio doors. The pool, by the way, is a heated salt water pool - perfect for laps - and we used it every day. We actually had to force ourselves to hit the road for an adventure. We found the pricing to be eminently reasonable and the 27-page document provided to each guest upon returning a signed lease agreement provides you with all the information on the local area you could want. Lastly, the best part for us: the next time we return to the Big Island, we already know where we are staying... Thank you!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

A Touch of Heaven.

Guest: Believer (Mission, BC, Canada.)
Date of Stay: 11/08/11 Review Submitted: 12/01/11

May I tell you that we were totally satisfied with the accommodation. We found that it was furnished and decorated to a very high standard and the location was delightful. I have never been in a place that was so well equipped, so much so that we played a game of trying to find something that you didn't have. Other than an electric kettle for our endless cups of tea, we failed miserably! We even found toothpicks after having been out for a meal. I have to tell you that we all thought it was great value for money and that goes a long way to making for an enjoyable holiday. Our only disappointment was nothing you can do anything about, but it was with the restaurant a hundred yards up the road from the main gate. We found it over-priced and the food poorly prepared. I only write this for the benefit of others who will be stayng in this community. Many, many thanks from the four of us for a wonderful vacation in your property.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Vista Waikoloa C104

Guest: John (Alaska)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10 Review Submitted: 01/28/11

I have been coming to the Vista Waikoloa for six years and have stayed at the Stewart's unit the last two years for five to six weeks each year. The unit has been beautifully remodeled and decorated as a second home. It is located on the ground floor so it allows the feeling of the patio extending out onto your private lawn and is only a few steps from the pool and spa area. It is well stocked with everything you need and only a short walk to a beautiful beach. I've found the various owners in the Vista to be extremely friendly and include everyone in all the gathering and golf excursions. I would plan on staying in this condo on my next trip to the islands and would highly recommend it to others.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Review of Stewart's Willa, C104 in Waikaloa Vista

Guest: Gene & Kathie (San Antonio, TX, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/13/10 Review Submitted: 07/25/10

My wife & I stayed in the Stewart's villa C104, & had a wonderful, romantic time. The description of this unit above understates just how nice this villa & complex are. The villa is immaculate & equipped with more than enough pots, pans, dishes, utensils, & appliances in the kitchen. The spice rack also included many spices we use, & the laundry included soap & softener. I am not a fan of Kona coffee, but Starbucks at the Queen's Marketplace provided me the ground coffee I prefer. The Stewarts use a service that prepared the unit well clean (no signs of stains from the very hard water), fresh bedding, folded towels, shampoo, conditioner, & lotions (very hotel like). The king-sized bed in the master suite was a very comfortable, firm mattress. I needed access to the internet & had no problem logging in to the WiFi. The DVD/CD player & TV are both Sony brands & worked nicely. The clock in the master bedroom projected the time on the ceiling a nice feature to let us know our bodies were still on Central time. My sister had a unit with the same floor plan as C104, but on the 2nd floor of the A-Building. Finishes throughout both units were nice, & reflected the owner's preferences. The tile floor throughout C104 demonstrated that it was clean; it was hard to tell the cleanliness of my sister's unit as it was all carpeted floors. I also liked the tile in C104 as it kept the unit feeling cool (most days during our stay reached the mid to upper 80's). We liked eating on the lanai in C104 as it seemed more spacious than the my sister's second floor unit. Neither unit could see the ocean, but my sister's unit had a great view of the street & the Hilton parking lot [tic], while C104 had a beautiful view of a very quiet pool setting & peaceful landscape. Some may worry about privacy on the ground floor, but we did not find this an issue as few ever walked past C104. My sister's second floor unit was exposed to the street … Lastly, C104's kitchen has been remodeled & looks fresh compared to the kitchen in my sister's unit. I found the whole Vista complex quiet & peaceful, including the pool area with its sunbathers. If you really are looking to party, the 2 hotels across the street could provide one all the party & luau's one might want. The "A Bay" beach can be reached by walking, but driving to the beach access on the south side of the Marriott is a lot easier. I would choose this unit in this complex again on my next visit to the Big Island a terrific value!

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

Guest: Richard and Denise Sylvestre
Date of Stay: 01/09/09 Review Submitted: 01/08/09

Richard and Denise Sylvestre had the following comment about our condo: "We really enjoyed Vista Waikoloa C104 and the location within the Waikoloa Beach Resort. It was a great place to return to from our daily excursions to the superb snorkeling, swimming, and hiking spots on the Big Island of Hawaii. Having left below zero in Canada, it was so comfortable letting the trade winds blow through the condo at night. We hope to visit Vista Waikoloa again."

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Guest: Pam Swift
Date of Stay: 11/13/08 Review Submitted: 11/12/08

Pam Swift had the following comment to make about our condo:"We stayed in Vista Wailoloa C104. I couldn’t have been happier. It was nicely decorated, comfortable and had everything we needed. Plus, it’s location was central to both the beach and the two shopping areas in Waikoloa. Highly recommended."

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Guest: Martin Weis (Washington)
Date of Stay: 01/13/08 Review Submitted: 01/13/08

10 days in the Stewart's Vista Condo for Christmas & New Year (2007-08) Wonderful spacious condo, Kitchen entirely remodeled and furnished with everything you need. Large screen Sony, the best televison I have ever watched !! Easy to see these owners take pride in their condo and are wonderful people to rent from. Great complex with one of the only heated pools in the area. You won't be disapointed.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 08/24/07 Review Submitted: 08/23/07

Following is an excerpt from an e-mail we received from guests who stayed in our condo this summer: "Aloha, Helen We had such a wonderful time in your beautiful condo! We used it as our base of operations as we explored the whole island. We rode horseback in the Waipi'o valley, snorkeled in the Wai'opae Ponds, trekked to the green sand beach near South Point and visited Parker Ranch for the rodeo on Fourth of July. When we ran out of energy, we returned to the condo to swim in the pool, or to just hang at A-bay. Unfortunately, the lava had stopped flowing for most of our trip (darn that Pele!) But we still had a great time - and got some great photos - at Volcano Park. We made extensive use of the guidebook and video you left in the condo. Two places we found on our own were Tante's Bar and Grill (in Parker Ranch Center in Waimea) for reasonably priced, good food in a nice Hawaiian Ranch atmosphere; and Kilauea Kreations (which shares a parking lot with the Lava Rock Cafe in the town of Volcano) for Hawaiian-made items including quilts, coasters, mugs, and prints. On a more practical note, we found the condo extremely well equipped. I especially appreciate the Kona coffee you left for us, the large selection of cookware and utensils, and the abundance of bed linen and towels. Having the lockbox for the key was extremely convenient when our group split up for the day - we could all leave and return without the constant worry of getting locked out! Our family has stayed in many different condos in many different parts of the country, and I have to say that yours was the nicest we have visited. We'd all like to thank you for making our stay such a pleasant one!"

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Guest: Christy Gregor (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 02/05/07 Review Submitted: 02/05/07

Our family of 5 stayed at the Vista Waikoloa, C-104 over Thanksgiving week 2006. We search high and low looking for just the right condo and were not disappointed. The condo is very spacious, clean and comfortable. We loved the location; so convenient to the shops, beaches and other resorts. The Big Island has so much to offer, we didn't even scratch the surface. The owners were very friendly and helpful with our stay. Book this condo...you won't be disappointed. Happy snorkeling...The Gregor Family!

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Guest: Darlene Hall (Toronto, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/07/07 Review Submitted: 01/07/07

Can I say how great condo C-104 was? For starters, when I walked in, exhausted from my travels, I was brooding over the fact that I was coffee-less, and lo and behold, there on the counter was a bag of my favourite thing: freshly ground Kona Coffee. I took it as a sign. A wave of relaxation washed over me as soon as I walked in. I took a cup of that Kona coffee out to the lanai, the trade winds blew through the palm trees, and I felt more at home than when I'm at home. The condo is close to A-Bay, not an arduous walk away for sunset-viewing. And once the sun set, I'd crash in front of the 59 inch TV. The condo is newly renovated, so it feels fresh and new. The kitchen has state of the art appliances that are a dream to use. Helen is all the things you want in a landlady - she's organized, she's helpful, and you can tell that she's the kind of genuinely nice person who really cares that you have a good stay. I'll say all the usual stuff too: the condo is immaculate, it's conveniently located, the staff are helpful, yadda yadda yadda. But what you really want to know is this: I loved it so much, I've booked it again for next fall, and I'm staying a week longer.

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Guest: Sally Herbel (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 08/07/06 Review Submitted: 08/07/06

We had a family reunion in Hawaii and we were happy to be staying in this condo compared to the other ones that family members had. With the pool so close to the condo it was the perfect location for us. The condo is also close to the gas grills of which we enjoyed. We also enjoyed eating outside in the mornings on the patio. The owners were wonderful to work with and we would definitely stay in this condo again.

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Guest: Jacynth (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/11/06 Review Submitted: 04/11/06

We went to Hawaii for a wedding. Vista C104 was a great place to stay with friends...all the amenities, central location and great set up! Thanks for such a great stay!

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Guest: paul jones (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 03/17/06 Review Submitted: 03/17/06

My wife and I enjoyed the great location and many amenities of Vista C 104.Would highly recommend staying in a condo vs a resort hotel. I attended a conference at the Waikoloa Hilton across the street and had some customers over for dinner on the lanai. They said they would prefer a condo over a cramped over priced hotel room anyday. Thanks for helping make this trip a great success. Paul & Denise Jones

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/19/05 Review Submitted: 12/19/05

We stayed at The Stewart's condo over Thanksgiving 2005 and had a delightful time. This is a great location and well appointed. We stayed on Kauai in another condo and it could not compare with the cleanliness and amenities. The pool is a few steps away and the ocean a short walk. We even prepared a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. We also took advantage of the grill area for a relaxing evening instead of going out to dinner. When we return to the Big Island, they will be the first ones we call for a place to stay. Mahalo.

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Guest: Kathy Doll (-)
Date of Stay: 06/13/05 Review Submitted: 06/13/05

We lived in Hawaii for three years and have returned six times, so we are very familiar with the various islands and accomodations. Your condo is by far the most outstanding one that we have ever stayed in. The condo itself is beautifully furnished, spacious, clean, and equipped with everything-especially the kitchen. My own kitchen doesn`t have the quality or variety of items that we found in your kitchen! The location within the reort could not have been better. We loved the first floor walk-out onto the lanai and spacious garden area. We enjoyed a family football game in that area! And the pool is right there, also. The Vista`s location within the Waikoloa Resort is also great. The pictures of A-bay do not do it justice as it is one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Hawaii and a short walk from your condo. Finally, one of the best parts of staying in C-104 is working with Helen Stewart. She could not have been kinder or more helpful with all of the information that she sends out as well as keeps updated in her condo. Our visit was the quintessential Hawaiian experience. MAHALO, Helen. Kathy Doll

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Guest: SC
Date of Stay: 03/28/05 Review Submitted: 03/27/05

The following is an excerpt from an e-mail received by a recent guest: Aloha~ What a great condo you have. We really enjoyed it!!! The big screen was a big hit with the kids. The location is very convenient to King's Shops and the pool. We also had some of the best golfing weather... We look forward to using your condo again... Mahalo,

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Guest: Mike H
Date of Stay: 03/01/05 Review Submitted: 02/28/05

The following is an excerpt from an e-mail sent to me by a recent guest: "Mrs. Stewart: Your condo is fantastic. Very spacious and well located within the Vista Waikoloa. We are really enjoying our stay, as we really enjoy the Big Island and all of it's diversity. My daughter snorkeled at 'A' Bay and saw three giant sea turtles. In the afternoon, she 'won the lottery', enabling her to 'swim' with the dolphins at the Hilton. I call that a pretty good day. Again, your condo is great. For three people it has a lot of room, which we are used to......we will try to put something together to stay here again!"

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