A Tropical Paradise!

Guest: J.P. O'Donnell (Twin Falls, ID)
Date of Stay: 01/02/12 Review Submitted: 01/15/12

Aloha Lee and Barbara, Thank you for sharing your “piece of paradise” with our family. We have had the best vacation of a lifetime! So many fond memories that we and the boys will take home and cherish forever. These are the memories that we will talk about, laugh about and reminisce for our lifetimes! I had to laugh each time one of the boys would ask me about the forecasted January weather each day. My only response needed was, 84 degrees and sunny!! We have explored the Island of Maui and cherish and love every moment here, finally reaching our “snorkeling haven” destination at the Black Rock Beach on Kaanapali! The sunsets near Lahaina along with our encounters with sea turtles and the numerous humpback whales were absolutely amazing and breathtaking! The condo location in the Maalaea Bay was perfect. We where 12-15 minutes from everything on Maui. Kahalui short distance to the north, Kihei short distance to the east and our favorite, Lahaina short distance to the west! The best thing about the condo was the privacy we felt there and on the beach, unlike the busy touristy beaches such as Kaanapali. Maalaea Bay was so calm and mild that our young boys felt comfortable to swim, snorkel and just play in the tides all day long! The condo was furnished perfectly and very clean and pleasant. We felt very secure and comfortable. The condo provided every amenity that we have at home. My favorite part of the condo was the lanai. Our family would relax, awake, eat and just talk with each other while admiring the beautiful tropical beach. We witnessed many beautiful Maui sunrises and sunsets for the lanai as the warm ocean breeze kept us very comfortable! This was such a special trip, when, with the assistance of my boys and a special message written in the sand just below the lanai, “Briana, will you marry our Dad?”…….. and of course “yes” was the appropriated response!! We are very excited and look forward to many future memories here…… Mahalo… J.P., Briana, Skylar, Tristyn & Quinn

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Relaxing Wonderland

Guest: Barb (Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 11/05/11

My husband and I just returned to Las Vegas, NV from our most enjoyable, relaxing vacation ever to Maui, HI. We live in "Fantasyland" year round and this was "Wonderland" with a capital "W". It met every expectation. The location is on a quiet tucked away street from the crowds and the view from the lanai is oceanfront to the max. We loved having the in unit washer/dryer and it worked beautifully. This condo is close to everything and anything you want to do.....we did try the "Tahitian Shrimp" at Buzz's Wharf (close enough to walk but we did drive) and their food and service was excellent. We just had the most relaxing time ever and hope to return again soon in 2012. Thank you Barbara and Lee for a wonderful unit and for making everything so easy and uncomplicated. Easiest part of planning our entire vacation and you were wonderful to work with.

Owner response:Thank you Larry & Barb! Glad you had a wonderful vacation. Hope to see you back in 2012!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

George - Arizona

Guest: George (Prescott, AZ)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11 Review Submitted: 09/21/11

Great location - easy access to all parts of the island. Love the ocean view and easy access - also enjoyed the pool and bbq area. A wonderful place to stay - look forward to a return trip.

Owner response:We look forward to your return George! Aloha, Barbara

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

A little piece of paradice!

Guest: Hawaii 50 (Twin Falls, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11 Review Submitted: 06/14/11

This was our second year in a row to the same condo. We love the central location on Maui that allows quick access to all parts of the island. We enjoyed all of the amenties like being fifty feet from the ocean to barbecuing by the pool. The condo is well equipped with all modern appliances and needs. We've had two tickets to paradice and will definitely plan on a third.

Owner response:Hope to see you back soon Hawaii 5/0! Aloha, Barbara

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

Loving it in Paradise

Guest: Mauisurf71 (Twin Falls, ID)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11 Review Submitted: 06/14/11

This is my favorite place in the world to be. If you want to do Maui away from the tourist traps and traffic, this is definitely the way to go. You can save a bundle by using the full kitchen to prepare some of your own meals, or fire up some steak and fish on the barbecues downstairs. The condo is clean, classy, and comfortable, and I wouldn't want to stay anywhere else!

Owner response:Thanks for your positive comments Bryan! Hope to have you back soon.. Aloha!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Everything promised!!

Guest: Jim and Sue (Negaunee, MI)
Date of Stay: 02/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/21/11

We are finishing up a three month stay in this condo and it was everything that was promised and more! This is our third trip to Maui and our favorite stay. We were very pleasantly surprised. We spent many mornings walking for miles on the beach and watching whales from the lanai. (I have some wonderful videos.) It was usually a little breezy in Maalaea but the pros far outstrip that single con... and, frankly, the breezes really helped on those really warm days! It's centrally located, the views are fantastic, and we can literally walk out the door and swim, snorkel, surf, or go paddle boarding! (Our friends in Lahaina envied us.) I don't want to leave!

Owner response:Jim & Sue, Thank you for your kind words and we hope to have you come back soon! I'm sorry you have to leave and go back home. 3 months in Maui would be AWESOME! Glad you could come. Aloha, Barbara

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

STRICTLY PARADISE!

Guest: Cordova Family (Kimberly, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10 Review Submitted: 01/20/11

As always, this condo is just perfect. This visit was my 6th visit to Hawaii and my 3rd staying in this condo. I love the location of this condo. It is a quiet location but central to everything and anything that you could want to do. I am already planning my next trip for this coming December 2011 and wouldn't even think about staying any where else. This has all the comforts of home in a completely relaxing environment. Can't wait to go back! Thanks Lee and Barbara!

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

STRICTLY PARADISE!

Guest: Cordova Family (Kimberly, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10 Review Submitted: 01/20/11

As always, this condo is just perfect. This visit was my 6th visit to Hawaii and my 3rd staying in this condo. I love the location of this condo. It is a quiet location but central to everything and anything that you could want to do. I am already planning my next trip for this coming December 2011 and wouldn't even think about staying any where else. This has all the comforts of home in a completely relaxing environment. Can't wait to go back! Thanks Lee and Barbara!

Owner response:Thanks for your comment Cordova Family! Glad you're coming back again.. Aloha, Barbara

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

STRICTLY PARADISE!

Guest: Cordova Family (Kimberly, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10 Review Submitted: 01/20/11

As always, this condo is just perfect. This visit was my 6th visit to Hawaii and my 3rd staying in this condo. I love the location of this condo. It is a quiet location but central to everything and anything that you could want to do. I am already planning my next trip for this coming December 2011 and wouldn't even think about staying any where else. This has all the comforts of home in a completely relaxing environment. Can't wait to go back! Thanks Lee and Barbara!

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

Good condo, great location!

Guest: Steve (Anchorage, AK )
Date of Stay: 01/04/11 Review Submitted: 01/16/11

I'll try to give an honest review as possible. First the good. Probably the best location on Maui. Very centrally located, and a short drive to most places. Awesome view from the lanai, and the beach is literally steps outside your door. Quiet neighborhood with no traffic or other noise / trouble. The beds were comfortable, the condo stocked full of goodies, and the host (Barbara) was a real pleasure to work with. Great weber BBQ grills with free propane, free wifi access, free cable tv. The not so good. The Maalea bay is a mud sink, and when it rains the area near the condo gets covered in red hawaii mud. The ocean turns brown and looks very uninviting. The indoor plants were covered in dust and need a good cleaning. The house keeper through away $30 in food we mistakenly left in the freezer only 10 minutes after we left. Overall we were very pleased with our stay.

Owner response:In this case, the cleaning people are required to get rid of any items left in the refrigerator as new guests were expected the same day. The artificial plants are being removed from the unit as they do tend to gather dust, are difficult to clean and don't add anything to the ambiance of the unit. We experienced a very heavy rainfall this December for this side of Maui, which is generally very dry. Hopefully it won't be a problem for others. Weather, as you might suspect, is something we have no control over, but is rarely a problem. Thank you Steve for your comments! Barbara

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.