Reviews for Private Homes Vacation Rental - VRBO 59643 - 4 BR South Kihei (Kamaole I & II Beaches Area) House in HI, May/June --- Cool Contemporary Home with Backyard Hot Tub

2nd Stay

Guest Butch
Date of stay 01/09/13
Review Submitted 01/26/13

Once again we've had a wonderful stay at Jonathons home'. The back yard is wonderful and we spend at least 3 hours a day there. The house kitchen beats any condo hands down.It contains all the amenities we could possibly desire. The bedrooms are well furnished, beds are Great and Clean and not having to share a bathroom is pretty nice in my opinion! Not having to line up for a barbeque is a big plus. Having the house is great! Two couples can enjoy privacy and space. It is just so tranquil here. We love it! It is close to everything and only 15 minutes from major shopping. The on sight laundry facilities was one of the major reasons we 1st booked.

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

Owner response: Thanks for staying with us for a second time,we really appreciate it. Jonathan

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Back again

Guest togo
Date of stay 01/09/13
Review Submitted 01/26/13

This is our second winter vacation at this property and we find the property a great place to relax. The home is outfitted with everything you need and the beds are very comfortable. The house has air conditioning but we rarely need it as there is a great cross draft, solid screen doors and large ceiling fan that keeps the house comfortable.The all grassed back yard has lots of trees and a great Barbeque. The back yard is a great place to relax in the sun or shade and also has a well maintained hot tub. Jonathon the owner looks after it. The television are great and netflicks are available for evening couch time. We are a group of four and find the size ammenities and space enjoyable..

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

Owner response: It's always great to have you folks at the house. Thanks again, Jonathan

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Excellent every time for 8 years

Guest Dave
Date of stay 01/05/13
Review Submitted 01/29/13

Over the course of the last 8 years my husband and I have stayed multiple times both in this house and in the upstairs cottage located in a separate structure next to the main building. The property is well maintained, located in a quiet neighborhood; the big back yard offers a hot tub, chairs for lounging, and plenty of space for all guests. We grill every evening; we sleep well every night in the well-appointed space, which includes a beautiful kitchen, comfortable living room, Blu-ray player, flat-screen TV with online access to 1000s of movies. There's even a free washer and drier! We look at Jonathan's rental as our home away from home on Maui, and Jonathan has always been so friendly and so full of aloha to us that we enjoy his company just as much as the property. In short: This rental property is what they call "No Ka 'Oi" around here -- "without peer."

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

Owner response: It's always great to have you both on property,8 years of watching us grow,thank you very much. jonathan

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the rest of the story....and some things i wish i knew beforehand

Guest AKheatseeker
Date of stay 12/27/12
Review Submitted 01/14/13

what a nightmare. Let me start off by telling you our fault. We booked this house almost a year in advance for 4 adults. Over that year, plans changed, more people became interested, and a baby was born. We booked this 3 bedroom house for 4 adults and showed up with 5 and a baby. We did not think this was an issue...we were wrong. After flying all day we arrived and brought our luggage inside and then headed to dinner. When we came back we were confronted by a man on the front porch. We did not know who he was. After a short chat, we realized he was the owner. He started questioning us. He seemed upset. He was upset because he saw that all 3 rooms had luggage in them and he saw baby toys. He saw that because he went into our rental while we were out eating. We thought that was a bit strange, he told us it was his house and he could go in it whenever he felt like it. He was upset that we had 1 more adult than we had made reservations for and that we had a baby. He said, "he doesn't do babies". That was a surprise to us after reading all of the family friendly reviews. We weren't trying to sneak more people in, it was just a misunderstanding. We offered to pay extra, we just wanted to make everything work for everyone. To make a long story short, after another argument we were offered a refund. After we found a new place to stay and packed all of our stuff back up, he then refused to give us our refund. After a 20 minute heated argument we cut a deal. We were there for less than 24 hours and paid for 2 days at a higher rate and the cleaning fee. We decided to do this because we wanted to leave so bad because it was such an uncomfortable "vacation". If he approached this just a little differently, he would have made extra money and had no problems. Instead, he lost a chunk of change and got a horrible review. Things you should know: 1. The house is split up into 3 living areas, There is another upstairs rental, and the owner lives IN THE HOUSE in a separate area. You DO NOT get the house to yourself. 2. Everyone shares the backyard area. 3. The pictures on the website vs. what you see when you walk in.....we were a little disappointed. 4. The house (especially bathrooms) wasnt very clean. Its an older house that they slapped some new paint on, put in some nice furniture, and hung up some pictures. I recognize that our problems started with our booking mistake. They ended with horrible customer service. Once at our new condo, our vacation was great!

Owner response: 64 Positive Reviews --- Speak For Themselves! This unfortunate situation could have been easily avoided with a simple phone call to discuss the need for a change in party size.What was booked a year earlier as a party of 4 adults arrived on property as a group of 6 young adults plus an infant.When we finally greeted this group and saw how large the party was,we immediately asked them to relocate the extra two adults to another property,so as to conform with our rental agreement.We also explained that in consideration of our neighbors and other guests on property,that we needed to be made aware of infants in the party.Neither of these points were received with much understanding.Considering the late hour,we did accommodate the two extra adults for the first night.Next morning the decision was made that it was in the best interest of the property to terminate this rental entirely.As a solution to this highly unusual and stressful situation,the parties were given an almost complete refund as a relocation incentive fee.We thought that this situation was resolved as amicably as possible especially considering it was a first time ever crisis on property.As to anything else in the review ... we proudly stand by our 48 Clear Photos and 64 Great Guest Reviews!

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First Time To Maui !

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First Time To Maui !

Guest Terry,Barry,Steve
Date of stay 10/26/12
Review Submitted 11/26/12

Aloha Jonathan!! We just got home last night from our wonderful Hawaiian trip. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your home … it was very comfortable for the 3 of us!! The kitchen was perfect for our being able to relax and have breakfast while watching the north-eastern disaster in the making on TV. Steve & Barry loved the chocolates you left for us (I can't vouch for them as I didn't get any :). and you know I appreciated being able to catchup on laundry before we moved on to the Big Island!! We enjoyed many of your recommendations including Pita paradise, Leoda's (I got this one from your daughter's website), Makena beach, SailTrilogy and being able to "evacuate" to Monkeypods!! My only regret is that we didn't get to really enjoy the "oasis" that you have setup in the backyard … it is beautifully laid out and feels very private!! We really appreciate how you orchestrated a Tsunami warning just for us … no Hawaiian vacation would be complete without such a unique experience :) Mahalo, Terry, Barry & Steve

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What a wonderful time we had! Thank you, Jonathan!

Guest Jilliandra
Date of stay 09/24/12
Review Submitted 10/05/12

This was the first and only honeymoon for my husband and I. So, we really wanted everything to be perfect. And, it WAS! We were so glad we chose to stay here rather than a resort or condo. Jonathan made us feel right at home and the place is GORGEOUS! We had some friends drop us off at the house and, I don't think we left the back yard for two days. It's absolutely beautiful. The hot tub is very clean and the neighborhood is established and quiet. All, which made for such a wonderful and relaxing stay. The house is just beautiful! with lovely, hard wood floors, nice and clean bathrooms, a fabulous kitchen, comfy beds and couches, etc. We were able to stay in and cook and relax for a few days before taking on the island with our friends. I really hope we can stay here again next year and for each anniversary we have in the future. I highly recommend Jonathan's property. He also has a smaller one bedroom that we might consider for next year. I'm excited that we know of a place to which we can return. Thanks, Jonathan, for offering your space and making us feel so at home! We'll see you soon! Mahalo! -Jill and Mitch

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

Owner response: Thank you so much for the great review,come see us again sometime soon!

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We're repeat customers...A great place to stay.

Guest James
Date of stay 06/13/12
Review Submitted 06/27/12

It can sometimes make me nervous picking out a place to stay on our big vacation that we have been planning for months. Lets face it, going to Hawaii is a big vacation and a big expense for us and I want the place that we stay to be nice. Sometimes its hard to make a decision based on a few photos and a description. Rest assured, this house is a great place to stay. We have stayed here twice, once with another couple, and most recently we brought our kids along. The floor plan and sleeping arrangements are perfect for both. It is well maintained and very clean. This is a nice house tucked back in a quiet residential cul-de-sac just a couple of blocks from the ocean. By vehicle, it is 5 minutes from the supermarket and 10 minutes from the "downtown" part of Kihei. We've stayed in condos in Kihei before and since we discovered this house, we have never gone back to the condo scene. This place is much more quiet, off the beaten path, and feels like home. The kitchen is great and the beds are super comfy. Lockable screen doors allow you to leave the doors open all night and really enjoy the cool tropical breeze. The owner has done a fabulous job with the backyard. It is both fenced and has trees and bushes growing all around the edges to screen it from the neighbors and make it very private. A nice hot tub is located out back to relax in after dark. We found ourselves spending lots of time just lounging in the backyard in the evenings, just enjoying the birds, geckos, and the tropical plants. The owner has also put together a great assortment of gear, such as snorkel equipment, boogie boards, bikes, and ice chests. Being able to use this gear instead of having to rent it saved us a bunch of money and was very convenient. We definitely recommend this rental to our friends and family and will return to it whenever we come back to Maui. You can rest assured in renting this house, you won't be disappointed.

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

Owner response: Thank you so much for the great review,come see us again sometime soon!

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Thanks For The Aloha.

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Thanks For The Aloha.

Guest Dana And Robert -- Alaska
Date of stay 02/20/12
Review Submitted 05/18/12

Dana and I had a great time.You were a great host,not too much,not too little.Wish I could head back already.A fresh six inches of snow and down to zero tonight. Mahalo, Robert

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Aloha From Anchorage.

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Aloha From Anchorage.

Guest Brooke and Josh
Date of stay 11/10/11
Review Submitted 11/17/11

Jonathan, Thank you for a wonderful place to stay.It was very easy to make ourselves at home in your very comfortable home. Your hospitality has been unmatched.We hope to stay in your home on our next trip to Maui.We will be letting our Alaska friends know of your great place. Thank you again! Mahalo. Brooke and Josh et al Anchorage AK

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Guest Angie and Kayle
Date of stay 05/24/11
Review Submitted 06/02/11

Jonathan Thank you very much for making us feel right at home in your house. Everything we needed was readily available and your dinner recommendations suited us perfectly. We also had great fun using the snorkel gear,beach chairs,noodles and boogie boards. Thank you for making our "Baby-Moon" memorable and relaxing. We couldn't have chosen better lodging. P.S The chocolate was a nice touch - yum !

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Guest Suzanna And Family
Date of stay 05/13/11
Review Submitted 05/20/11

Jonathan Thanks for everything. The house was great! There was nothing we needed that you did not have. Have a great Summer ! Suzanna

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Don & Darlene

Guest Don & Darlene
Date of stay 04/01/11
Review Submitted 04/19/11

We want to thank you for our stay in your home! It was exactly what we needed. Very quiet and peaceful. So close to everything and yet far enough away to give us complete privacy. We loved staying there and will certainly hope to return.

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

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Highly recommended rental

Guest Kathy & Dewey
Date of stay 02/05/11
Review Submitted 03/07/11

My husband and I stayed a week with another couple w/ a 2 year old. It was a great location and rental! I thought we had rented a 2BR/2BA, but it actually turned out to be a 3/2. The decor is very modern and located in a convenient location in Kihei. We were greeted by Jonathan the owner, who provided us a quick tour and instructions on operating all the lights/electronics, etc. In addition he provided a VERY generous welcome basket of candy, popcorn, champagne, nuts and so much more! In addition, there are bikes, coolers, beach gear, etc that came in very handy during our stay. We would definitely recommend this rental to others and will return.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest Max
Date of stay 10/10/10
Review Submitted 10/17/10

Man! Excellent stay here! Just straightening things now and trying to make sure the cleaning job isnt too big. We will be back - Thanks! ...from Mobile Max

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Guest Summer
Date of stay 07/26/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Jonathan, Just wanted to thank you for sharing your home. Mom and I both enjoyed our stay and almost wore out the snorkel gear...lol Thanks again, Summer

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Guest Ray
Date of stay 07/14/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

We have really enjoyed our time here and hope to be back before we are old and can`t negotiate the stairs.....ha ha Hope all has gone well for you this past week. Thanks again for your hospitality. Ray.J

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Guest Aleks
Date of stay 07/07/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Jonathan Kauai is good but the weather isn't as nice as Maui though and no wifi so we're at Starbucks! Your set up was the best and we hope to return. Best of luck to you, Aleks

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Guest Cruzy
Date of stay 07/02/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Jonathan Thanks for hosting our family reunion. Next time we come back it will be for our Anniversary and a lot mellower. Thanks again Cruzy

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Guest Matt
Date of stay 06/21/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Jonathan Thanks for all your help,we had a super Honeymoon and will never forget the Feast at Lele. Good luck this year, Matt

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Guest Clarison
Date of stay 06/15/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Jonathan, We all made it back to California and wanted to drop you a quick note and thank you for all your hospitality. You made our family reunion perfect,mom says come for Filipino dinner next time you are in California. Clarison

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Guest Evan
Date of stay 04/26/10
Review Submitted 08/16/10

Hi Jonathan, I wanted to write you to thank you again for having us in your home. We all had an amazing time, and we really appreciate your hospitality! :) ---Evan

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Guest Nancy
Date of stay 03/10/10
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Hi Jonathan: Hope all is well with you. I still am thinking about what a fantastic time Jim and I had at your place in February. I have recommended a doctor friend to contact to regarding you house. I think he is planning something near the winter holidays and I told him all about your place. (Gave him the website) He is very interested. If he contacts you his name is Robert Lieppman. I am spreading the word in the medical community about what a great place you have

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Guest Kim
Date of stay 12/25/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Jonathan, our stay was great. Your home was very comfortable. We loved Maui, the sun, beaches, good food, road trip to Hana and the beautiful sunsets. John and Austin went to see Pearl Harbor one day, and John took in the SBS Golf Tournament on Thursday. The girls and I did alot of shopping, playing at the beach and relaxing. Hope you have a restful time when you get back home. Katie was nice and helpful. Thank-you for everything. Kim C and Family.

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Guest Annette
Date of stay 12/20/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Hi Jonathan, Just wanted to tell you that we had a GREAT time at your place and in Maui in general. It was the first time in Hawaii for both of us. We spent one night in Hana. Made friends in the tango community and danced on 3 different nights. It was great to have the cooler available and the snorkel gear and the bike. So, my only question is, how come you choose rainy Portland over sunny Kihei? Annette

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Guest Celia
Date of stay 12/06/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Thanks Johnathan! Your house was a wonderful place for our party of 3 adults and one teenager. It was comfortable, clean, private and has all the comforts of home. The private back garden was a great place to relax. Celia

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Guest Suzie
Date of stay 10/07/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Hi Jon, Hope you are doing well. I finally got caught up a little at work so I could take time to e-mail you. As always, we had a great time and everything with the house was perfect. Even though we were there for 12 days, it's always hard to leave such a great place. I appreciate you working with us on everything, and look forward to renting again in the future. We are looking at hopefully returning in Sept. 2011. I've recommended your places to others, and hopefully they will realize what a great place it is too. Do you have any other places you rent out besides those in Maui? Just curious, maybe we can try others if available. Tell Kaytee I said Hi, and I wish you well. Hang in there, and take care of yourself. Thank you for your great hospitality! Suzie

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Guest Steve
Date of stay 08/05/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

This house was fantastic! The Kihei location is ideal for exploring any area of Maui. The house was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The hot tub, snorkeling gear, beach chairs, bikes, etc. made it easy to relax and/or play. Jonathon was a pleasure to work with. We had excellent service throughout our stay. If you're planning a trip to Maui this is the place to stay. We'll be back!

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Guest Nolan
Date of stay 03/09/09
Review Submitted 03/25/10

03/06/09 Just a quick note of thanks for giving us a great place to stay on Maui. It was absolutely perfect and we plan to do a repeat soon! Best of luck to you this year! Nolan Burris Vancouver B.C.

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Guest Gage and Heather
Date of stay 10/16/08
Review Submitted 03/25/10

10/16/08 Thanks for the fabulous place. We loved it. Great location, fantastic decor and a perfect setting for a relaxing trip. We had a great time, and it was nice to be able to head back to a home to relax in after a long day of adventuring around Maui. Thank you, Gage and Heather Walker

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Guest Maria and Pelle
Date of stay 09/01/08
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Hi Jonathan, We had a great time in Maui and your place was everything we needed. We hope to be back to Maui in a few years again and hope to stay again. In the meantime we didn't get to say goodbye to Katie so can you please send our regards. Thanks Maria & Pelle (Aussie mates)

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Guest Judy and Charles
Date of stay 04/27/08
Review Submitted 03/25/10

Aloha, Jon and Kaytee, We enjoyed the house a lot. It's comfortable, tastefully updated and has all the emenities like a home away from home. Maui is beautiful. Thanks to Kaytee for being such a good source of information, always helpful and hospitable. We had a swell time on Maui, hanging out at the beaches and sight-seeing. Thanks for letting us use the fins, the surf boards and lawn chairs. Mahalo again and we look forward to returning to the beautiful isle! Judy & Charles from Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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Guest Marina
Date of stay 03/15/08
Review Submitted 03/25/10

HI Jonathan, I don't even remember if I ever got a chance to send you email and thank you for sharing your house with us. I did try to call you and left a voice mail, so I hope you got it. Anyway, thank you very, very much. We had a wonderful time and we just love the house. Now I don't think we are going to stay anywhere else. So, next time we decide to go, I'll have to coordinate with you to make sure it's available. The pictures on the web site don't do it justice. It's very comfortable, tastefully decorated and very welcoming. I really hope we can come back. It was great to have Katie around,s o say Hi to her from us. Once again, thank you very much and we are looking forward to come back. Best Regards, Marina P.S. We've been recommending your place to all our friends. I hope it's OK with you.

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Guest Suzie
Date of stay 11/27/07
Review Submitted 03/26/10

Hi Jonathan, We're all back to work, and hating it:o( I wanted to let you know that we had a great time, and Kaytee was the best hostess.She took very good care of us, and we absolutely loved your place. The location is great and very private, we'll most definitely like to stay again sometime.If any of my friends or family head that way, I'll recommend your rentals. Thanks again!! Suzie Phoenix-Arizona

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Guest Suzie
Date of stay 09/27/07
Review Submitted 03/25/10

09/27/07 Hi Jonathan, We're all back to work, and hating it:o( I wanted to let you know that we had a great time, and Kaytee was the best hostess.She took very good care of us, and we absolutely loved your place. The location is great and very private, we'll most definitely like to stay again sometime.If any of my friends or family head that way, I'll recommend your rentals. Thanks again!! Suzie Phoenix-Arizona

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Guest Red Bike Productions
Date of stay 08/24/07
Review Submitted 03/25/10

08/24/07 Jonathan Thank you so much for the wonderful stay in Maui. I will be back again. I really appreciate the comfortable home that you have made just perfect for a stay in Hawaii. It had everything we needed and more than we expected.I would like some details on the cottage in case I come by myself next time on business.I do video production if you ever need a DVD of your property. Thanks! Bill McLellan Red Bike Productions, Inc. Texas

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Guest Sebastien and Julie
Date of stay 06/06/07
Review Submitted 03/25/10

06/06/07 Hi Jonathan, Just a quick note to tell you that we enjoyed our stay at your place. It was well located within minutes to world-class beaches and fun. We particularly liked the quietness of the house. Mia, our little one, enjoyed the yard and played ball.Thanks very much for the use of your bike,it climbed Haleakala in 4 and half hours! Sorry I didn't change the tire, but as an experienced cyclist you'll like it better this way. Let me know if an exchange in Quebec City interest you in the future, we'll let the girls grow up a bit and be back on Maui. Regards, Sebastien and Julie/Quebec City Canada

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Traveler Reviews (36)

2nd Stay

2nd Stay

Back again

Back again

Excellent every time for 8 years

Excellent every time for 8 years

the rest of the story....and some things i wish i knew beforehand

the rest of the story....and some things i wish i knew beforehand

First Time To Maui !

First Time To Maui !

What a wonderful time we had! Thank you, Jonathan!

What a wonderful time we had! Thank you, Jonathan!

We're repeat customers...A great place to stay.

We're repeat customers...A great place to stay.

Thanks For The Aloha.

Thanks For The Aloha.

Aloha From Anchorage.

Aloha From Anchorage.

Don & Darlene

Don & Darlene

Highly recommended rental

Highly recommended rental