Vacation Rentals by Owner

The place where dreams really do come true!!

Guest: Piper and Matt (Moving to Oahu!!!)
Date of Stay: 05/01/12 Review Submitted: 05/14/12

Skye~~ We are so blessed!! You are such a beautiful person both inside & out, and we treasure having you as our new friend. There are no words to fully explain the magic and beauty here. Walking along the beach , I danced like a child overwhelmed & overjoyed by the beauty of the island and the hospitality you showed. We loved every moment!! The singing birds in the morning, the geckos in the yard, the comfort of the cottage. This place will forever be in our hearts!!! I feel like it has healed a piece of me that was broken… I cannot thank you enough!!! Like the song says…”somewhere over the rainbow…where dreams really do come true.”

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

From Charleston to Waimanalo

Guest: Pepper and David (Charleston, SC)
Date of Stay: 03/27/12 Review Submitted: 04/08/12

March 27-April 4, 2012 Arriving at the time dusk turns to dark, still inhaling the sweet smell of our flowered garlands… Greeted with alohas and open arms of our gracious mermaid hostess… Stone steps lead to the sprays of fushia flowers bobbing gently in the evening breeze, an entry arch to island time. Entering the quaint cottage green and turquoise eases our travel weary bodies. Awakening to sunrise sounds of doves and waves and the spray of a gentle mist soothing the green of the garden. Seeing the turquoise water, volcanic rock rising from the sea… The miles of sandy beach beckons… A blessed reunion with our beloved child who now calls Hawaii home---- Now we know why!

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Home Away From Home

Guest: Sandy (Oakhurst California)
Date of Stay: 02/19/12 Review Submitted: 03/31/12

Renting over the internet really worked for us. Our little beach house fit us to a T!! First Morning the boys were up early and we all ran to the ocean, which we could hear all night. WOW!! It is a beautiful beach with the blue water, white waves, and Islands off shore. This was a day to explore. The week went fast for Travis and Devon. At age 16 they had a busy agenda. The hike to the waterfalls at Manoa Falls trail was their favorite adventure. Then we put the two boys on the plane, they planned to sleep all the way. Now three weeks just the two of us! We were tired too and spent a few days just reading, listening to the rain on the roof, playing scrabble and sleeping. Then the rain really hit! Eight days of limited outings. But through it all we were so confortasble in our "little beach house". We loved this place. Waimanalo is so convenient but not commercial -- real hawaii. we felt the Aloha and loved it! Thank you Skye for sharing your part of heaven with us.

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

A Perfect Getaway

Guest: J.P. (Freeport, Maine)
Date of Stay: 02/12/12 Review Submitted: 03/02/12

Feb. 12-19, 2012 We came to Hawaii to get married and honeymoon. We are so happy we found the Cottage by the Sea. When we arrived we were greeted with open arms (literally!). The cottage felt like a home away from home. The landscaping is truly beautiful and the beach is a treasure. It was so nice to be able to enjoy the bluest waters we have ever seen without the hastle of Honolulu or Waikiki. After our wedding right up the street Skye came to congratulate us with hugs and a bottle of wine. So very much appreciated. Waking up to the beautiful bird songs and waves crashing was amazing. We hope to come back and visit again. Skye, thank you so much for everything. We can’t thank you enough for making us feel so welcome in your home. P.S. Take care of “Willis” for us. HaHa Thank You “Mahalo” and Aloha Jared and Megan

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

44th Anniversary Trip for two couples

Guest: Gat (Bloomington, Illinois USA)
Date of Stay: 02/06/12 Review Submitted: 02/21/12

Dear Skye, We have been dreaming of returning HERE for four years---from the time we first stayed with you and were introduced to your lovely town and beach! Well, we made it!....and brought friends with us. Now we can dream again and look forward to a return. LOVE IT HERE! Thank you for sharing your home---and your piece of paradise. I’m so glad we discovered you. We hope to return soon for longer! Dear Skye, We’ve enjoyed your lovely little “Cottage by the Sea” immensely. The garden and landscaping is amazingly lush, the beds are comfy, décor is turtle-y tropical and the beach is fabulous. You made us feel so welcome. You have the perfect personality for being a hostess with “the mostest.” Mahalo,

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Babymoon!

Guest: swigie (Redwood City, California)
Date of Stay: 01/26/12 Review Submitted: 02/11/12

Dear Skye, Your peaceful cottage was the perfect place for us to spend our last vacation as a couple before our first child is born in May. We loved falling asleep to the sound of the waves and the gentle breeze blowing through the palms, and then waking up to the bird songs surrounding this home. The proximity to the beach---just a few houses away---was the perfect distance for me to walk (or should I say waddle?) at 6 ½ months pregnant. Cooking a few simple meals in the cottage was easy and we also enjoyed the short strolls to dinner at Sweet Home Waimanalo. We’ll have fond memories of our stay here. With gratitude, Nicole and Sam

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Peace and beauty

Guest: LucindaLu (Richmond, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/26/11 Review Submitted: 12/31/11

I stayed at Skye's oceanside cottage for a week in October and it was the perfect getaway. The cottage is equipped with all the necessities (even if you want to cook!), and, there is also the old Hawaiiana ambiance that is difficult to find. It's clear that the cottage has been decorated and maintained with tender loving care. It was my perfect getaway from the stress of work on the mainland. One of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii is located half a block from the cottage and you won't find thousands of tourists. I highly recommend this property to anyone who's looking for peace, natural beauty and quiet.

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

PARADISE!

Guest: Chicago (Germany)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11 Review Submitted: 09/04/11

The cottage with the most incredible beach and the sea so close by, with all the wonderful flowers in the garden around and the privacy it provides, truly is a little paradise. Inside the house, one can tell that the owner pays much attention to many little details that make you feel comfortable: the house is clean, the kitchen is equipped with almost everything you need, there are many seating accomodations, videos, books and fresh flowers in each room. We came all the way from Germany and we loved it. Skye, you are an amiable hostess and it was great meeting you! You know that we will be back! :-) Ute and Klaus

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

Cottage by the Sea, Authentic Hawaii experience

Guest: Ed and Nonie (Minneapolis, Mn)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11 Review Submitted: 08/11/11

We were in Hawaii for our daughter's wedding and did not want the tourism experience of Waikiki. This cottage was the prefect Hawaii experience. The cottage is lovely, clean, cool, and private. You can hear the waves from the ocean and beautiful bird songs wake you in the morning. We would recommend this rental to family and friends. Waimanalo is close to many activities, and the cottage is a short walk to the beach.

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

A little piece of Paradise

Guest: Jennifer (San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 07/07/11 Review Submitted: 07/19/11

Great spot! Exactly as described and photographed - clean and charming. The owner was there and ready to help when needed (and did) but we had 100% privacy and quiet - best of all worlds. We wandered to the beach in the mornings and read on the beach in the afternoon. It is like a home away from home with beach chairs, bogie boards and snorkel gear. The owner is clear about the requirements for arrival and departure - so we had clarity and no fuss - very relaxing. Great for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the unspoiled country and close enough for fabulous dining in Honolulu. The owner is a total sweetie and just happy to welcome you to this piece of Paradise. I would visit again and would recommend it to friends and family.

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

Lovely Cottage :)

Guest: Ashley (California)
Date of Stay: 06/27/11 Review Submitted: 07/24/11

Dear Skye, I could not have had a more relaxing vacation in Hawaii than I did spending this past week with my family in your cottage. From the moment I stepped in there I could sense a warm, welcoming and whimsical atmosphere. And with the beach located a short walk away, it couldn't have been better. I think one of the highlights of our trip was having 24/7 access to an ample amount of friendly felines. Our family has three cats, so we are large cat lovers and embrace the opportunity to bring more cats into our hearts. Thank you for giving us the chance to spend time with your beautiful cats, as well as spend time in this magnificent cottage located in such a majestic place. I will try to convince my parents to bring us back here soon (although I think they are already planning a trip to come back now)! :) Thank you again for your hospitality and kind heart. Mahalo :) Ashley Moffett

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

Very Quiet Stay

Guest: Kay (Salem, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/29/11 Review Submitted: 06/11/11

If you're looking for a no frills, quiet and peaceful place to get away this place is it. The beach is about a block away. It's very windy there and not a lot of flat beach to lay out in the sun if that's what you want. But there is beautiful sand and a mix of sun and shaded spots. Very peaceful. Limited dining in the immediate area. Easy drive to just about anywhere. I wouldn't recommend during the summer. The place warms up quickly.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A True Escape

Guest: Bob and Carol (Rhode Island)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

We really enjoyed our stay (first time) at Skye's cottage. It is even better than the description and pictures. The cottage is very cleverly decorated and is quite private due to outstanding landscaping. Everything you need is provided. Waimanalo beach is our favorite anywhere; it's only a two minute walk to the sand and sea. This cottage is a great option for a couple looking to be near the beach without paying up for a large home on the beach.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Magical Retreat

Guest: Lesa (Granite Bay, Ca)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 05/28/11

This was our second time staying at this magical cottage. Privacy, comfort, beautiful flowers and butterflies....wonder-full attention to every detail. And a very short stroll to the fabulous beach. All of this and a warm aloha from our host.

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

Sweet Cottage Waimanalo

Guest: beach walker (washington state)
Date of Stay: 04/16/11 Review Submitted: 04/27/11

> Thank you so much for being a great hostess. We left shortly after 7am and didn't get a chance to say goodbye. We truly enjoyed your beautiful cottage and that fabulous beach! I think Waimanalo is a treasure and I'm thankful that your little cottage was the draw that introduced us to such a special place. Loved the recommendation to Sweet Home Waimanalo as well, the fish tacos were awesome. >

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Wedding/honeymoon/vacation

Guest: jim/anne (Lincoln, NE, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/31/11 Review Submitted: 04/12/11

The Cottage was everything we could have hoped for and more! The pictures on this property do not give it the credit that it deserves, it is just gorgeous. We loved the very quiet, cozy feel of the cottage and the great front porch and private garden areas. We cooked our meals in the cozy kitchen every morning and used the grill in the back yard. The cottage has its own private world seperate from the main house. The walks to the beach were great especially in the morning and evening as its only 1 block away and you can hear the ocean all day. You do not need air conditioning as the breeze at night is nice and cool. There is an AC if you need it and we turned it on one time during the day and its gets all the rooms really cold. The parking was free in front and no one can park in your spot, nice. We liked the boogie boards, snorkel gear, and the beach towels that Skye let us use for free. We would have had to rent most of that gear and it adds up. The kithen saved us about 80 dollars a day from going out to eat, thats alot! Rental car was a great idea on this property but bus stop only 2 blocks away if you like the bus. In all, this was the perfect place for our getting ready for our wedding and then enjoying our honeymoon. Skye is just great and we will miss her and we hope to see her again in the future as we will rent this cottage again on our next trip to Oahu. Mahalo Skye!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Cozy & Comfortable Get-Away....

Guest: DW (Vancouver)
Date of Stay: 01/20/11 Review Submitted: 02/11/11

We stayed at the cottage for a week in January with our new baby and loved it so much! We had stayed at two other similar places on the island and this was the cutest - we loved the family sized hammock in the private garden area and the outdoor laundry was a lovely way to get that chore done! the decor is delightful and it felt extra homey because of frequent visits from Tigerlily...one of the many well-loved local cats that laze around the property! Fun! don't be surprised to see one or more cats lounging on your car! The kitchen was well-equipped and we enjoyed grilling outdoors every night - in short, it was the perfect vacation, just a block from one of the cleanest, quietest beaches we have ever visited. It was a bit windier than some of the other beaches but still fantastic swimming and even better for boogie-boarding. We would highly recommend this for a couple or family! Mahalo!

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

Cottage by the Sea

Guest: Goldielocks (Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/11/11 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

We stayed at Skye's "Cottage by the Sea" in mid-January for our destination wedding and honeymoon. It was the perfect place for us as we didn't want all the hustle and bustle of Waikiki. Skye was a great hostess and saw to it that all of our needs were met. The cottage itself is so cute and really gives you a feel for the island lifestyle. Waimanalo Beach is gorgeous and we felt so lucky to be only a short walk away from something so beautiful. We would definitely stay with Skye again and we plan to make our trip to Hawaii an annual event for our anniversary. Thanks for everything, Skye!

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

A perfect cottage, everything you need

Guest: Jon (Westport, WA USA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/15/11

This cottage has everything you need for your stay away from home. The beach is beautiful. The location is close to all sorts of Oahu attractions: snorkeling, kayaking, boarding, hiking, etc. And Skye is there to answer questions about where to eat and shop. Waimanalo is a nice local town with an inexpensive market so you can cook (or BBQ) for yourself at the cottage, if you like -- saved us a lot of money.

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

Excellente Location Great Cottage

Guest: Sam (White Rock, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/31/10 Review Submitted: 11/19/10

We had so much fun in your beautiful cozy cottage! It is truly paradise, and for sure we're coming back!

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

Extraordinary.

Guest: John (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/07/10 Review Submitted: 10/21/10

As good as they are the pictures hardly come close to the beauty of what is an extraordinarily comfortable, seemingly isolated house in one's own private garden and forest of palm trees, surrounded by lawns, with complete privacy yet friendly people within close reach, next to one of the most beautiful, and quiet beaches in the world. The house is wonderfully furnished and one cannot help but feel absolutely at ease and at home. A wonderful place and as a fomer five-year resident of Waimanalo, and long-time veteran of 'bed and breakfasts' this one is unsurpassed by far. Regards, John R. Maupin, Oct. 2010.

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.

A very special place to us!

Guest: Linda (Kailua, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/31/10

My fiance and I stayed at the cottage for two weeks and we hope to one day return for another stay. Waimanalo is the place to go to experience a genuine, local Hawaiian atmosphere on Oahu, away from tourism (but yet close enough by car to all the major sites and Honolulu), close to the gorgeous mountains and ocean, and the cottage is located in the very best part of Waimanalo, just across the street from the beach and looking straight up at those majestic, green mountains... Paradise on earth! The lush landscaping of the cottage mixed with the inner decoration of the cottage made this place aesthetically one of the most pleasant places I have ever had the pleasure to stay in! At night you could hear the waves crashing, it is very peaceful and private, and Skye was an amazing host! If life is good to us, we'll get back there again someday. :-) This place will always be very special to us. Thanks so much, Skye!

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

Best Find Ever!!

Guest: Caren (Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10 Review Submitted: 07/20/10

We loved our stay at the cottage! It is the perfect place for the quiet get-a-way we were looking for. The cottage itself is as charming as the pictures and it's clean. Combine that with the sounds of the birds, the breezes and the ocean, and Skye's sweet hospitality, and we had the quintessential Hawaiian country experience. We can't wait to come back! Thank you Skye!!

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Low-key retreat, perfect host

Guest: Rebecca (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/27/10 Review Submitted: 12/16/10

Our week here last summer was just what the doctor ordered - unbelievably relaxing. This sweet cottage is clean, comfortable, and private, yet part of the neighborhood and just a few steps from an uncrowded, swim-able beach. The location away from the crowds, yet an easy drive most anywhere we wanted to go, was great, too. Skye is the perfect host - friendly and attentive without being at all intrusive. We've recommended this place to friends and look forward to returning ourselves.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Guest: Veronica & Tim
Date of Stay: 09/23/09 Review Submitted: 09/22/09

Dear Skye, This cottage reminds us of a second home, or, more precisely, it feels like the original one: a dwelling of the heart. This is why we return again and again.

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Guest: Kerry, Burce & Owen
Date of Stay: 07/08/09 Review Submitted: 07/07/09

Thanks Skye, For sharing your home---now our Home Away from Home on Oahu. What a great place! Wish we had more time to kick back here.

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Guest: Ofra, Amos, Mika & Tara
Date of Stay: 06/08/09 Review Submitted: 06/07/09

I traveled from far away to find paradise. Hard to believe that there are such places. We take with us the sweetest memories, sights, and warmest feelings and tranquility from beautiful Waimanalo.

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Guest: Darren & Sherri
Date of Stay: 03/08/09 Review Submitted: 03/07/09

We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful place---or gracious host---for our first trip to Hawaii. The beautiful scenery, people, and completely relaxed environment was exactly what we needed. Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to celebrate our anniversary and Darren's safe return from Iraq in your Cottage by the Sea. Hope this is the first of many returns to Waimanalo.

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Guest: Peggy & Aleta
Date of Stay: 02/23/09 Review Submitted: 02/22/09

Mahalo Skye for renting us your wonderful cottage by the beacutiful beach of Waimanalo. We enjoyed exploring all of the sights of Oahu and returning each evening to relax in the garden. We had such a relaxing and restful six days here and hate to return to Huntsville!

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Guest: Paul & Holly, Amanda & Tom
Date of Stay: 02/17/09 Review Submitted: 02/16/09

Aloha Skye, Mahalo for providing us your little bit of paradise! The cottage is a peaceful, beautiful hideaway, perfect for our family reunion. We've come to love it and can't wait to return the next time.

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Guest: Rowena, Werner, Rio & Wislon
Date of Stay: 02/08/09 Review Submitted: 02/07/09

Dear Skye, We're very much thankful for your hospitality and generosity. We've enjoyed it here a lot, especially the kids. As first timers here in Hawaii your cottage really answered all my/our imaginations. It's our little hot Paradise away from our chilly Swiss Paradise. It has been an unforgettable experience for all of us. We feel very lucky to have found this cottage and you as our host.

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Guest: Ellen & Jim
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 12/31/08

Dearest Skye, We've embraced this rejuvenating space and it has sent us home refreshed and renewed. With all of the bad things that happened in our extended family in December, we needed this time to find ourselves and each other. The beach, the sound of the waves as we fell asleep at night...we are going home healed and strengthened for the year ahead. Mahalo.

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Guest: Alice, Andrei & Stefani
Date of Stay: 11/08/08 Review Submitted: 11/07/08

Skye, Thank you so much for having us in your house. Everything was perfect, above our expectations!!! As I told you, we are already dreaming about coming back next year with our new baby too. Thanks again that you made our vacation the best one and I hope we will return soon. We have to!!

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Guest: Nicloe & James
Date of Stay: 10/13/08 Review Submitted: 10/12/08

Dear Skye, Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! What a beautiful paradise you have created--- we ar so happy that we found this wonderful piece of heaven for our first trip to Hawaii. We have enjoyed your hospitality and warmth. We will happily be removing sand from our clothes and ears for some time to come!

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Guest: Karen & Craig
Date of Stay: 10/02/08 Review Submitted: 10/01/08

Aloha Skye, Well...it's good to see that we're not alone in thanking you and praising you for the Cottage by the Sea. The Hawaii that I've always dreamed of came true before my eyes here in Waimanalo. We felt right at home with green mountains in view, and the rain and mist too---after all, we are Seattlites! Your expansive personality and "hostess with mostess"is just what a traveler needs when arriving here. And this cottage---oh, wow. I noticed every detail! In fact, inspired at the marriage retreat to create a sensual "love nest"of our bedroom~~~we decided to replicate a bit of what you've done here in the cottage at home in our bedroom. It will not only be much more conducive to romance in our relationship; it will also serve to remind us of our refreshing days here in Waimanalo. And I close with gratitude to our Creator God---for the gift of the ocean, the surf, THE BEACH and these particular Islands. At least on this earth... we found our Paradise!

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We found our dream cottage in the REAL Hawaii.

Guest: secondhoneymooners (Seattle, WA USA)
Date of Stay: 09/28/08 Review Submitted: 10/07/08

This charming seaside cottage just steps from the MOST beautiful and MOST deserted beach on Oahu lives up to it's description and photos and exceeds them, in our opinion. My husband and I wanted to experience the 'old Hawaii' ON Oahu, to be near the other sights we wanted to see. The town of Waimanalo and this cottage felt like 'old Hawaii' and yet the well-stocked city of Kailua was 12 minutes away...bustling Waikiki about 25 minutes away (which thankfully seemed a whole world away.) The hostess was a delight and great resource for our stay. We fell in love with the Winward side of Oahu and this area in particular. The garden surrounding the cottage is lush and flowery; I shot an entire roll of film in her gardens alone. Not surprisingly in a place so carefully and lovingly designed/decorated, romance and deep relaxation flourish. Enjoy!!

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Matthew & Rachel
Date of Stay: 09/24/08 Review Submitted: 09/23/08

Thank you so much. We had a wonderful time. The cottage was a perfect place for us. I'm so glad that our friends recommended that we come see you. This was definitely a time that we will never forget. Our wedding and honeymoon was everything we could have hoped for. We sure aren't ready to go home! We hope to be back to see you again in 2010! Thanks again for everything!

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Guest: Sherri & Debbie
Date of Stay: 08/24/08 Review Submitted: 08/23/08

Our home away from home once again! I love reading in your guestbook the praises of the friends you've made over the years and count myself extremely fortunate to be numbered one of them. My sister Debbie and I love what you've done with the cottage. So much work! You make us feel welcome every time we return. You've been a blessing to us. We love you, honorary sister!

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Guest: Katie
Date of Stay: 08/23/08 Review Submitted: 08/22/08

Skye---You are an angel! Wow, what an amazing trip and a great place to stay. I think the cottage made the whole trip. Could not have asked for a better place. For me---I know my father would have approved! I am glad that you knew him. He really loved it out here. This was spectacular! We all loved it and I am glad my daughter and hubby and Lori were all here.

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Guest: Lerline
Date of Stay: 08/23/08 Review Submitted: 08/22/08

No words to express how much I love this place. It brought back warm memories of Al's last vacation, the two of us together in paradise! I truly hope to come back again. Thank you, Skye. What a terrific thing it was to be able to be here with my family. Mahalo!

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Guest: Paul & Nancy
Date of Stay: 08/14/08 Review Submitted: 08/13/08

Skye---We absolutely loved staying here. You are an amazing person to boot! We're going to be back very soon.

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Guest: Donna, John & Joey
Date of Stay: 07/30/08 Review Submitted: 07/29/08

Dear Skye, We've had a great time here in this cozy and welcoming cottage. Your attention to detail in decorating and outfitting this place is remarkable---so many lovely, extra flourishes that add to its charm. Joey particularly loved seeing your cats and picking fruit from the lemon-lime tree. We will definitely pas the work to relatives and friends!

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Guest: Mary & Jim
Date of Stay: 07/25/08 Review Submitted: 07/24/08

Thank you so much Skye! We loved the cottage and Waimanalo. I hope to bring my parents back to this area soon---where they met over 40 years ago.

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Guest: Annee & Don
Date of Stay: 07/06/08 Review Submitted: 07/05/08

Skye, We had a great time here! Thanks for your hospitality and helping us make our wedding and honeymoon so perfect! We will be returning. We love Waimanalo so much and we will have fond and beautiful memories always. Love the cottage and had so many peaceful nights. Thanks again for all your help!

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Guest: Cath & Sal
Date of Stay: 06/15/08 Review Submitted: 06/14/08

Such a glorious albeit short respite into vast and sheer ecstasy! Nestled amongst the voluptous foliage, we found your cottage and you to be the balm for our souls! A pleasure we hope to partake of often!! Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us.

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Guest: Cathy & Chrissy
Date of Stay: 06/08/08 Review Submitted: 06/07/08

Skye, I feel fortunate to have found you and this wonderful place. We put 300 miles on our rental car and this beach and the east side of Oahu are the most beautiful of all the Island! Even though my daughter's wedding got postponed per the U.S. Navy, we all still had a vacation to remember for the rest of our lives.

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Guest: Kelly
Date of Stay: 04/23/08 Review Submitted: 04/22/08

Thanks so much for a much needed break from the arthritis and stress. Your cottage is awesome! The details of the tropics are everywhere...I felt so peaceful here. Take care Skye. Mahalo for everything. See you next time.

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A great bang for your buck! Try this Rental

Guest: Kelly-Mac (Spokane, Washington USA)
Date of Stay: 04/21/08 Review Submitted: 08/07/08

If you are a saavy traveler, hopeless romantic, looking for some much needed serenity, this is a must for you!! I feel like I have a respectable knowledge of Oahu, living there for 5 years of my life. This location is pure heaven. In addition to a fantastic location, you will meet one of those true human beings that is an instant memory the moment you meet her!! Skye, the property owner, added so much to this relaxing experience. Her warm hospitatlity greets you the moment you arrive. Her cottage is very, very clean, decorated with a true island touch. The property is just 3-4 minutes to one of the most beautiful places on this earth. The cottage is truly romantic, clean, quiet, peaceful and very memorable. If you are looking for an "island vacation" this cottage would be a smart and memorable place to rest your spirit, make some wonderful memories. Mahalo Kelly

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Kristen
Date of Stay: 04/14/08 Review Submitted: 04/13/08

Skye, First off I'd like to thank you for your hospitality. The cottage is a little slice of heaven and you have made it a home way from home with all your special touches. Before this trip I hadn't been on vacation in over a decade. This trip far exceeded my expectations and a big part of that was the stay at your wonderful cottage. We visited the entire Island on our trip and Waimanalo was my absolute favorite. The nearly private beach was amazing to see and after coming through Waikiki seeing tons of people everywhere. Your kindness and wisdom about the Island was greatly appreciated. We all had such a great time here! I hope you continue to share this paradise for years to come...I will definitely be back. You're an awesome lady!

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Guest: Jeannine & James
Date of Stay: 03/11/08 Review Submitted: 03/10/08

Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. You truly made us feel at home in paradise. We couldn't have asked for a better spot or host. We absolutely LOVED it here and had an amazing trip. Already planning our next trip and who to bring with us to this perfect spot. This was just close enough---yet far enough away from everything. The garden is so beautiful!

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