Garden View Condo in the Heart of Kona Near Bay-Pier-Ironman

• Exellent condo on an excellent Island

  Exellent condo on an excellent Island

  • Guest Brian B.
  • Date of stay 04/11/13
  • Review Submitted 04/30/13
  We had an excellent time on Hawaii the Big Island and one of the reasons was this condo that we rented. The condo was comfortable, clean and a real home away from home. The condo was centrally located in Kona and allowed you to really enjoy the island without having to spend big dollars or even rent a car. It was a comfortable place to come home to after a day of sight seeing and I would recomend it to anyone who is looking for a place to stay on the Island.

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• Wonderful location!!

  Wonderful location!!

  • Guest RhondaP
  • Date of stay 02/09/13
  • Review Submitted 03/04/13
  This condo is perfect for those who wish to walk to town, the library or the pier to do some swimming in the mornings or try stand-up paddle board or kayak in the bay...you might also get to see the dolphins up close!! The grocery stores are close too - everything is close however, once you are inside the condo sipping a cool drink on the lanai, you feel like you are away from it all!! Deidre and Janet were very helpful and each tried make my stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible! Mahalo!!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

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• Nice condo !

  Nice condo !

  • Guest Sebastien B.
  • Date of stay 12/29/12
  • Review Submitted 01/23/13
  Hi guys, here's our review : Location : Very well situated in Kailua Kona. Near downtown : you can easily get there by walk so you don't have to find a parking place. Very nice little city. Comfort : The apartment is charming. There is everything you need there. Complete kitchen, comfortable bed. TV. Really nice patio with a couch and a little table. Internet is reliable (WI-FI). It is also very clean. We recommand this place. The price is really good for the location. However, we had a little problem with cockroaches. Where we come from, it's not a good thing to see these insects in your house. Because of the temperature in Kailua Kona (very hot and dry), you have a good chance to see some outside and maybe inside the building. That's what happended in our case. If you don't mind about that, you really should make a reservation here. I think they are doing there best to keep them outside, but there is a good possibility that you'll find some inside. So if you really can't live with that, we suggest you find another place. That being said, Janet has been really understanding and we thank her for that. Have a good trip on Big Island !

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• Awesome stay

  Awesome stay

  • Guest Jessica M.
  • Date of stay 05/26/12
  • Review Submitted 06/04/12
  Really nice play to stay, litteraly 5 minutes away from downtown. Super clean, all the stuff you need is in the condo. Nice neighbours, parking spot, just great. I would go back anytime!

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• Got Engaged in Kona :)

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  Got Engaged in Kona :)

  • Guest Ella and Pete
  • Date of stay 02/22/12
  • Review Submitted 02/26/12
  "Dear Janet and Deidre~ Thank you so much for this awesome condo. We love it very much. It's so comfy and sweet. We came as boyfriend and girlfriend, and we're leaving engaged!! Thank you. We will definitely visit again soon. Mahalo!" Ella & Pete 2/25/2012

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• Small charmer

  Small charmer

  • Guest KB
  • Date of stay 02/08/12
  • Review Submitted 02/23/12
  Nicely equipped and centrally located.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• OK, but would not stay again.

  OK, but would not stay again.

  • Guest Corey G.
  • Date of stay 01/21/12
  • Review Submitted 01/29/12
  The location of the condo is the only thing I would rate with 5 stars- it is less than a 5 minute walk into downtown which is fabulous! The kitchen here is almost useless. Do not plan on saving any money on food if you are staying in this condo. The mini fridge is super-mini and everything else is old an falling apart. The kitchen needs help. The worst part of our stay- there was either rats or mice that came in the kitchen while we were gone and ate chunks out of our papaya and avocados- GROSS!!! Did not feel like staying there after this and did not sleep well. Cockroaches I can deal with, furry creatures not so much. Did not feel the owner's response was all that helpful- she said we could take out a trap from under the sink and catch it if we wanted to. Not something I would do at home and definitely would not do it on vacation in Hawaii. The furniture is all very well used and they smells a bit. The bed made both of our backs ache- too soft & no structure to it. If you are looking to stay at a place that is like camping but with walls and a roof this will be it for you. Great price, but not worth the "extras".

  Owner response: Dear guest, Managing a vacation rental is a business, and my daughter and I strive to provide our guests with an affordable option for their Hawaiian vacation. While most of our guests write very positive, kind reviews, we also appreciate constructive feedback. We advertise as a cozy studio for the budget minded traveler and do not pretend to compete with five star hotels that charge 4x more for a room. We consider our `ohana a second home and have decorated it with artwork and furniture that are distinctly Hawaiian. The "useless" efficiency kitchen has been more than adequate for the majority of our guests. I myself have been staying in a small studio in Oregon for the past 3 months and have gotten along just fine with a small fridge. What you consider "camping with walls and a roof", others have found quite comfortable and enjoyable. I'm sorry about the critter in the unit. While critters are a way of life on the islands, we strive to keep our living space as clean as possible. A trap was recommended as a quick fix and we were able to address the issue with an exterminator the next day when you departed.

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• Perfectly appointed condo

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  Perfectly appointed condo

  • Guest Kaitlyn & Chris, Philadelphia, PA
  • Date of stay 01/18/12
  • Review Submitted 01/24/12
  "Thank you so much for letting us stay in your perfectly appointed condo! We had everything we could possibly want and really made use of your recommendations, especially the beaches. One of our favorite things was eating breakfast out on the lanai -- so tropical!"

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• Fantastic Stay

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  Fantastic Stay

  • Guest Dagmar and Joe, Houston, Texas
  • Date of stay 08/09/11
  • Review Submitted 01/24/12
  "We had a fantastic stay at your cute and cozy condo. We especially enjoyed breakfast on the lanai and all the kitchen amenities. Thank you for everything."

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• Perfect Place

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  Perfect Place

  • Guest Justin, Alabama/Hawaii
  • Date of stay 07/04/11
  • Review Submitted 01/24/12
  "This is a perfect place, both on the interior as well as the locale. Thanks for the flexibility. Will be back sooner than later."

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Additional information about rental rates

Rates are subject to change until reservation is confirmed.

Extended weekly stays and monthly stays are negotiable with owner.

Fees:

• Cleaning fee: $60 + tax
• Tax Rate 13.42%

Cancellation policy:

RENTAL RULES* ADDRESS: 75-5681 Kuakini Hwy. S101 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 OWNER LOCAL PHONE: Deidre 808 896-5332 for calls or text. deidrewibb@gmail.com ON-SITE PROPERTY MANAGER PHONE: Pat Burns: Unit 305. 808 430-0909 In case of fire, accidents, or domestic disturbance call 911. CHECK-IN TIME is AFTER 3 P.M. AND CHECKOUT is by 11:00AM NO Early Check-in or late checkout unless agreed upon by the owners. This is a NON SMOKING unit. PLEASE RESPECT OUR HOME AND ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING: • No damage to unit or its contents, beyond normal wear and tear. • No charges incurred due to contraband or pets in unit. • All debris, rubbish and discards are placed in dumpster, and soiled dishes are cleaned and placed in the cupboard. • All keys are returned to the lock box and unit is left locked. • All charges accrued during the stay are paid prior to departure. • No linens are lost or damaged. • No early check-in or late checkout unless previously arranged. • Respect the condo community property: pool, BBQ, laundry, grounds, and residents. PAYMENT – Due 30 days before your arrival date. * Vacations that are reserved with less than 30 days notice will be subject to terms of the owners. CANCELLATIONS - A thirty (30) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations that are made more than thirty (30) days prior to the arrival date will incur no penalty. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay or that are made less than 30 days of the arrival date are subject to terms of the owner. Early departure does not warrant any refund of rent. MONTHLY RESERVATION CANCELLATIONS – Monthly renters must cancel sixty (60) days prior to check-in. Monthly renters who make a change that results in a shortened stay must be made at least thirty (30) days prior to check-in. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY – The maximum number of guests is limited to two (2). MINIMUM STAY – This property requires a three (3) night minimum stay. Longer minimum stays may be required during holiday and event periods. If a rental is taken for less than three days, the rate will be negotiated with the owner. NO DAILY HOUSEKEEPING SERVICE – While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We do not permit bath towels or linens to be taken from the units, but we provide extra beach towels/mats for your use. RATE CHANGES – Rates subject to change without notice. FALSIFIED RESERVATIONS – Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of advance payment, deposit and/or rental money, and the party will not be permitted to check in. WRITTEN EXCEPTIONS – Any exceptions to the above mentioned policies must be approved by owners in writing in advance. FREE ON-SITE PARKING – Our unit has assigned parking # 43. Parking is parallel parking Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner. STORM POLICY– HURRICANE OR STORM POLICY – No refunds will be given unless: • The state or local authorities order mandatory evacuations in a "Tropical Storm/Hurricane Warning area" and/or • A "mandatory evacuation order has been given for the Tropical Storm/Hurricane Warning" area of residence of a vacationing guest. • The day that the authorities order a mandatory evacuation order in a "Tropical Storm/Hurricane Warning," area, we will refund: o Any unused portion of rent from a guest currently registered; o Any unused portion of rent from a guest that is scheduled to arrive, and wants to shorten the stay, to come in after the Hurricane Warning is lifted; and o Any advance rents collected or deposited for a reservation that is scheduled to arrive during the "Hurricane Warning" period.

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.