Vacation Rentals by Owner

Most Excellent!

Guest: Kim
Date of Stay: 02/07/12 Review Submitted: 02/25/12

Not long after we arrived, we received a nice phone call from Jack and Michael making sure everything was fine--AND THEN--some whales started slapping their tales just off the closest reef. What a great welcome back to Maui! The condo was as advertised--actually better--updated and super clean. There were so many special touches--a cooler bag with freezer packs, beach towels and chairs, a welcome basket, nice tunes, and we even liked the assigned FREE parking--never any hassle finding a place. Luckily, we got to meet Jack and Michael--they definitely have the spirit of "Aloha"--such nice people. We liked the location, which was low key and quiet. We had good tradewinds, so we never had to use the AC. I won't repeat all the the good words from past reviewers, just some info that might help you enjoy the island. Since the oceanfront lanai is one of the best spots on the island for dining, we ate most of our meals there. There is a Walmart in Kahului with good wine prices, but the food selection is minimal. The Whole Foods in Kahului is great, a lot of semi-prepared and prepared items, along with the standard fare. A little pricey though (most of Maui is). Both locations are close to the airport, so you can hit them up before your drive to the other side. There is a Safeway (also good wine prices/selection), Foodland, and Foodland Farms (more upscale Foodland--across the road from the Safeway) all close to the condo. The Farmer's Market (a 25 minute walk or short drive) from the condo is M,W,F--great produce, breads, etc. The guacamole is great--a lot of free tastings. The flower lady is there W & F with a great selection. Tuberose stems for $2.50. The Lahaina Yacht Club on Front St has reciprocal privledges--Bring your CURRENT Yacht or Sailing Club card. Good meals/bar/view. The Fabric Mart in Kahului has a great variety of local designs. Check out the coastal walks at Kapalua, Kaanapali, and Wailea--all have free parking. There are plenty of picnic spots on the island, to include the Surfing Goat Dairy--bring some wine and bread and buy some wonderful cheeses. A Pacific Whale Foundation trip is well worth it in whale season. Haleakala is not just for sunrise. We really enjoyed ourselves and spent a lot of time chilling out at the condo and nearby beaches. The grounds at the condo were well-maintained and there was never a crowd vying for the loungers. A great Mahalo to Jack and Michael!!! Ed and Kim(former Hawaii girl)

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

Absolutely stunning, great location, couldn't ask for more!!

Guest: Natasha (Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 01/15/12 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

Thank you so much for having us! We were very well taken care of and will recommend to our friends and family!! Perfect home away from home!! We will be back again!! Miss it so much already!! Mahalo!!

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

"what an exceptional stay at property #78858; House of Beautiful Skies"

Guest: "Just Mauied" (Coquitlam, BC)
Date of Stay: 01/05/12 Review Submitted: 01/31/12

We would like to sincerely thank you both for providing us with an exquisite stay at your oceanfront studio condo, in Maui. We couldn't of asked for anything more!! The condo was kept immaculate, aswell it was the perfect location for us. Jack& Michael thank you so much for making this a memorable trip for us, we were so glad to have met you both, you guy's were so very helpful, and you made our trip to Maui seem so at ease. We would definitely recommend this condo to friends/ family, as it truly was an awesome experience. We would look forward to staying at your beachfront condo in the near future aswell. Sincerely, Andrew & Joanne Ferraro ("Your Maui Newlyweds")

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.

Home away from home

Guest: Kim (Iowa City, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 10/22/11 Review Submitted: 11/06/11

This spotless, attractively furnished condo was the perfect place to unwind, watch the sunset and listen to the ocean. It was so quiet and peaceful it really did feel like paradise. It was close to so many activities and had a nice beach right on-site. Daily sea turtle sightings!! Michael and Jack were so pleasant to deal with. We will most definitely be back!

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

Kahana Condo

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/03/11 Review Submitted: 10/12/11

This is a great place to stay. The soothing sound of the waves crashing on the shore, Enjoying a meal on the balcony, you may see turtles and enjoy a sunset and lovely palm trees. We had a great time, the place is clean and intimate. The owners were very gracious hosts and helped us make the most of our time providing us with useful information. For Dining try dinner at the Sea House, breakfast at The Gazebo, and lunch at Mama's Ribs and Rotisserie. If you can see a show ,check out the hilarious Warren & Annabelle's Magic show in Lahaina. Take the road to Hana (it's gorgeous) and learn to fly an ultralight glider with Maui Handgliders at the Hana airport. This is our second time staying here and we would definitely recommend staying here to our friends. Plenty of places to snorkel near the condo. We went snorkeling with three stops around Lanai with Maui Ocean Riders, Captain Chad makes it a fun boat ride. I'm sure you'll enjoy your stay.

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

Home away from home

Guest: Alex (Eugene, OR)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 10/01/11

Aloha Jack and Michael, thank you for allowing us to stay in your lovely hale. The entire process of renting your home was easy. We appreciated all the information that you two provided us when we rented. The condo was impeccable and designed beautifully. Jack, it was great to meet you and "pick your brain" (thank your mother again for being patient). A truly wonderful experience and what a way to end to our amazing Maui vacation. Mahalo

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

A Cozy and Comfy Place

Guest: Lsdiet (Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11 Review Submitted: 08/18/11

My husband and I enjoyed our week long stay in Michael and Jack's waterfront studio condo. The condo was clean, very well equipped, beautifully furnished and conveniently located in Kahana. It was nice to have beach chairs and a beach umbrella available to use, since we went to the beach everyday we were on the island. Michael and Jack are very friendly & helpful which made the reservation process simple and easy. Kahana is conveniently located near several beautiful beaches which are wonderful for snorkeling, bodysurfing, boogie boarding and sunbathing. We also did a lot of sightseeing. The drive between Kapalua and Wailuku was beautiful and scenic. We stopped several times along the drive to enjoy the varied sights: Dragon's Teeth lava formations, Nakalele Blowhole, Olivine pools, & Julia's in Kahakuloa Village (known for having the best banana bread and coconut candy on Maui). The Slack Key Guitar Masters concert, held every Wednesday evening in Napili, was a wonderful way to experience a bit of the Hawaiian culture through music.

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

Honeymoon in Paradise

Guest: Honeymooners (Milwaukie, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 07/05/11 Review Submitted: 08/02/11

We spent 10 wonderful nights in Maui and enjoyed beautiful sunsets each evening from the lanai outside our condo. We fell asleep to the sounds of waves which was very relaxing. The accommodations were very comfortable, the bed was a little too hard for our tastes but we made it work. Michael and Jack have thought of everything you might need while staying in their home and it was evident by the quality of all the furniture and kitchen supplies. They even have chairs for you to take down to the beach to sit and enjoy the sand and water. This is a perfect condo for a honeymooning couple to stay, and close enough to everything you might want to see or do in Maui. Thanks for providing such a wonderful place to stay for our honeymoon. We already miss the wonderful Hawaii sun.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wishin we were there...

Guest: Andrea (Medford, OR)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11 Review Submitted: 08/22/11

We stayed at this beautiful, clean, peaceful condo for our honeymoon in June. It was the first time we had ever been to Maui and our experiece was wonderful. Michael and Jack are truly amazing people and made our stay unforgetable. They were so helpful every step of the way....even when we lost all of our directions from the airport to the condo. They were willing to walk/talk us through every step of the way over the phone. The condo was very clean and the lanai was the perfect breakfast spot. We purchased our desired breakfast & lunch items from the local grocery store and enjoyed breakfast in the warm breeze every morning. We also got to see turtles almost everynight right down below our lanai. It was also nice snorkling outsdie the condo and even better approximately 10 minutes north of Kahana @ Honolua Bay. Overall we absolutely loved this place and would love to come back and stay in this lovely home again soon. We would definitely recommended this vacation home to another friend or family member.

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

Sleeping with the sounds of the ocean

Guest: Clark and Angie (Sweet Home, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11 Review Submitted: 06/01/11

Thanks to Michael and Jack who went out of their way to provide us with information prior to our trip on places of interest. Their insight of what the island had to offer made our visit one worth coming back for. If your looking for a nice relaxing place to unwind after a long day of sight seeing, beaching, shopping or other activities this is a place we would recommend. This place has a real Hawaiian atmosphere and was very accommodating to us. Setting on the lanai watching the sunset or watching the turtles feed was a great way to end a beautiful day on the island.

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

Best.Trip.Ever!

Guest: Dana (Vienna, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/05/11 Review Submitted: 07/25/11

When I decided to give my husband a trip to Maui for his 60th birthday, I had no idea where to stay. Out of pure dumb luck, I found this paradise in the home of Mike and Jack. Every step of the way, they made me feel welcome and guided me through each phase of the trip including perfect directions from the airport, perfect recommendations for day trips, a gorgeous and CLEAN condo, updated kitchen!!, wonderful views from the lanai - we could not have asked for anything more. You can ask them anything and they will provide the most detailed information you'd ever want. I could not have asked for a better stay. We felt right at home from the minute we crossed the threshold. If I ever get the chance to go back, I will definitely stay in this part of the island and at their place if possible. We loved it - you will too!

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

Kahana Comfort

Guest: Jack and Lorraine (Erie, Pa)
Date of Stay: 03/29/11 Review Submitted: 04/11/11

The Kahana condo was beautifully furnished and we had a wonderful time. The views from the lanai were sunny and beautiful. We enjoyed our morning coffee in bed with the sun pouring over the ocean and early evening dinners on the lanai watching yet another great sunset. We fell to sleep each night with the soothing sounds of waves gently washing ashore right outside the screen door. Michael and Jack were very helpful to us months before we left with email lists of things to do and places to eat. We will recommend this oceanside condo to our friends for future stays.

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

We loved this place ...

Guest: Chris & Elaine Heissner (Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/22/11 Review Submitted: 04/01/11

My husband and I recently spent a week in this condo, and we absolutely loved it! First and foremost .. the view was spectacular and we just could not get enough of sitting on the lanai listening to the ocean (right THERE), and watching the whales. The condo itself, while small, was furnished beautifully with careful and loving attention to detail, and a super comfy queen bed. What more do you need?? It was bright and clean and very, very charming. It was a good location for exploring Maui and we felt it was absolutely great value for the money. We would recommend this condo to family and friends, and hope to return ourselves someday. Mahalo Jack and Michael, Happy travels, Elaine and Chris, Canada

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

TRUELY A HOUSE OF BEAUTIFUL SKIES

Guest: Wayne & Maryann (Amity Harbor, LI, NY)
Date of Stay: 03/05/11 Review Submitted: 03/25/11

Our stay in your condo was a pleasant one. The weather was beautiful every day this year. The view from your lanai was like a dream. There were more whales this year than any other year we can remember. We even saw our first monk seal swimming and then sunbathing on Kaannapali beach. The restaurants wre great, although the prices were notably more than our last visit 3 years ago. Our favorite is Penne Pasta on Dickenson St in Lahaina. We will recommend your condo and will use it on our next visit.

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

Heaven

Guest: Jeff (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 02/09/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

We have used VRBO multiple times with different results, but this condo I will recommend 100%. Jack and Michael went above and beyond in sending us information and answering any questions to ensure we enjoyed our trip as much as possible. We had the best time on Maui. The condo was PERFECT. Positives were it was close to great restaurants, a nice beach, and oceanfront to watch the whales - and there are a TON of whales! Negatives...there were none. It was beyond words, and Maui is beautiful. Thanks Jack and Michael!!

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

Place to relax & enjoy life

Guest: Greg & Anne (Bremeron,Washington)
Date of Stay: 02/04/11 Review Submitted: 02/21/11

I am a person of very few words BUT this condo and location is to die for ! We will be back !

Recommended for:Age 55+

Jack and Michael

Guest: Maxi (Fort saskatchewan, AB, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11 Review Submitted: 01/22/11

Once again we had a most wonderful time in Maui in our home -away from home. Your attention to detail is astounding and makes it feel so comfortable like you are coming home. It is so refreshing to have someone who is genuinely concerned about your holiday experience! The follow-up conversations while in Maui were most informative and appreciated. Thanks again Micheal and Jack and we will see you next year and hopefully meet you in person. Maxine and Harold Ft. Sask

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"Simply Paradise"

Guest: Betty & Ron Wells (Shreveport, LA)
Date of Stay: 12/24/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Aloha Michael & Jack, Mahalo Nui Loa for allowing us to stay at y"our" beautiful hale once again. Everything was simply as elegant and luxurious as we remembered it to be from our first trip! Y"our" hale only adds to the beauty and magic of this wonderful island. The moment we stepped into the door and saw the beautiful ocean view just steps from our lanai brought back the wonderful memories of three years ago when we were first mesmerized by it. What a Trip we had this time! We didn't scheduled too many events. Our focus was to be on the whales. We took a couple of Pacific Whale Foundation trips out of Lahaina. We also wanted to stay on the lanai and watch for whales. We were not disappointed! On Friday (12/30) we kept a tally of the whales that we saw from the lanai: Full Breaches - 28; Splashes - 78; Head Breaches - 8; Humps - 51; Tails - 9; and Spouts - 468. Over our stay, we must have seen well over 3,000 different whale activities. As if this wasn't enough, on our last morning just before we left, one whale did a full breach right out in the middle off the lanai. It was as if he wanted to make certain that we would be coming back. I do have one bone to pick with you though. Could you please speak to the whales and ask them to slow down a little bit, so I could get all the activities on camera. This was especially difificult to do! Next time, maybe you could get them to do some poses! (ha) We wanted to thank the two of you for all the help you provided us in making our plans as well as the information you provided for us at the condo. But most of all, a special Mahalo for sharing y"our" home with us again. "E Aloha Pumehana"

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

Feel like home

Guest: Pemo (Germany)
Date of Stay: 12/16/10 Review Submitted: 01/15/11

Everything was really clean and tidy. Comfortable and very nice equipped. There was nothing left to be desired. We felt very homelike. We have seen whales and seaturtles from the balcony. The interest and care of the owners is wonderful. It is highly recommended! It is really a "House of beautiful Skies and Ocean"!!!

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

Perfect Maui Getaway

Guest: Retta (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/26/10 Review Submitted: 12/04/10

Our first visit to Maui could not have been more perfect! Jack and Michael's condo provided a beautiful, comfortable and perfectly located home-away-from-home for us and we only wish we could have stayed longer than a week. The pictures on the website are exactly what you will find, although the true beauty of the view is something that just has to be experienced in person! The sound of the waves right below the lanai were so peaceful to begin and end the day. Whether you want to just relax and enjoy the serenity of Kahana, or experience more adventurous pursuits nearby, the condo is situated perfectly to suit every type of interest. We spent the first few days just enjoying different beaches in the area, and the last few days doing rafting, snorkeling and waterfall hike adventures. All were within easy distance and still left us time in the day to come "home" and relax before going out to enjoy one of the many fabulous restaurants in the area, or making use of the well-equipped kitchen to prepare our own intimate dinner on the lanai. We also especially enjoyed the Feast at Le Le and the sunset dinner cruise. We will be recommending the "House of Beautiful Skies" to our family and friends, and most definitely hope to return there ourselves again someday!

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

Another great stay in Paradise

Guest: Espiritu (Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 11/08/10 Review Submitted: 12/11/10

When we decided a year ago to marry in Maui, Erick and I found Jack and Michael's condo to be the perfect place for us to stay. We couldn't have asked for a better home away from home and two more gracious hosts. Rest assured, they have thought of everything you need and didn't think you'll need. Simply pack your swimsuits, sunblock, hat and sunglasses! And if you have questions, Jack and Michael are there before and even during your days in room 207. This trip felt like an extension to our honeymoon, and it was just as magnificent as we remembered. It was so nice to be back. There's no other place where we would rather stay! The Road to Hana CD available at the condo helped us navigate and directed us to all the points of interests. Every night on the lanai, we enjoyed the beautiful sunsets, the comforter was as comforting as it was beautiful. The free calls helped us brag to our friends in Canada how great the weather was and the Wi-Fi helped keep them updated as we posted our beautiful pictures online. And if you're early enough, you may just catch a turtle or two having breakfast by the breakwall. All in all, another great stay in paradise. Wish we was there, sipping mai tai on your lanai enjoying your beautiful sunsets...

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

A Maui Treasure

Guest: JonnyLatte (Kirkland, WA )
Date of Stay: 10/24/10 Review Submitted: 11/15/10

Among the smaller Maui condo's to be rented this one surely was a treasure to find. My wife and I realized the moment we walked in that we had made a good choice in where we would be residing during our stay on Maui. The Aloha feeling is present throughout the condo and then the view out the front! Just blue Pacific ocean to look at including the daily Hawaiian sunsets. This studio felt completely roomy enough and was extremely well equipped. Even though we were in a condo, we had a real sense of seclusion. We have stayed in many different condominiums in Hawaii and this one ranked right up there. We would stay here again no doubt.

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

Best Condo on Maui

Guest: Megan (Olympia, WA)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 11/04/10

My boyfriend and I loved this condo so much during our first stay back in 2008, that we decided to make it a part of our vacation again in 2010...and this time we brought his two kids. They loved it too! It was so wonderful to wake up in the morning and step out onto the lanai overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the islands of Lana'i and Malaka'i...and we even had some sea turtle sightings right off of the break wall just a mere 30 feet from the condo! Does it get any better than that??!!! Jack and Michael, thank you so much for, again, making our vacation on Maui the best it could be...we will definitely be staying in your condo when we are fortunate enough to visit Maui again. It was wonderful getting to meet you as well; SO GREAT! Thanks!!!

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

Michael & Jack's beautiful Maui home

Guest: Bo (Scappoose, OR)
Date of Stay: 10/14/10 Review Submitted: 10/23/10

I can't thank you both enough for the opportunity to stay at your Maui condo. The name, House of Beautiful Skies, couldn't be more appropriate. It was so great to be able to enjoy mornings and evenings on the lanai. The house was neat as a pin, and had everything I needed for my first trip to Maui. I will definitely be staying here again, and wouldn't choose another place. The condo is so centrally located to everything, was warm, comfortable and above all, felt like home. Thanks again!!

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

"Best Vacation Condo"

Guest: Sandy (Ventura, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/30/10 Review Submitted: 10/30/10

Highly Recommended This condo is completely renovated along with all the amenities you need for a perfect vacation. Just come with your bathing suit, suntan lotion (beach towels & chairs included!) and of course, food and you're all set. Get up early, take your coffee downstairs and spend a fabulous morning watching the turtles feed on the lava rocks or sit on the lanai and watch the Maui morning come to life. You will find peace and serenity on your lanai watching the rainbows and sunsets but close to Kannapali and Lahaina if you want shopping or some night activies. The best of both worlds. This condo was "perfect" in every way.

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

A beautiful home away from home

Guest: CHARLIE AND EMILY (FLOWER MOUND, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10 Review Submitted: 09/28/10

Jack and Michael's condo was perfect for our Maui vacation. The view was spectacular and the location was convenient to so many great restaurants. We found the condo to be beautifully decorated, well stocked with everything you could possibly need, and sparkling clean. It's obvious Jack and Michael care for their guests by their attention to details such as beach chairs - and there was a cooler and cold packs too! Everything in the kitchen - including the appliances - looked brand new. We loved this condo and will certainly recommend it to our family and friends.

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

Personal and cozy

Guest: Wendy (Brooklyn, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/24/10 Review Submitted: 09/15/10

We had a wonderful time staying there for the first six nights of our honeymoon. Jack and Michael went out of their way to contact us numerous times before to give information on the condo and to ask what we were interested in doing so they could provide ideas, links to websites, recommendations, etc to help us plan our vacation. They put forth so much effort and made us feel like we were their only guests. From what I have read in other reviews, this seems to be how they treat all their guests. I recommend the Kahana area if you are not interested in staying near all the big and mass-produced hotels but are still interested in a neighborhood vibe (you can walk to Maui Brewing Company, Roys, and other restuarants). Also the view from the lanai is absolutely the best view in Maui. We had so much fun watching the sunset over frozen cocktails made in their blender. I would recommend this condo if you want personal touches to your Maui experience and not the same mass-produced experience that everyone else has. Jack and Michael will give you the personal experience to Maui so it can truly become yours. Aloha!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

Just Perfect

Guest: Dan (Lakewood, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/09/10 Review Submitted: 08/17/10

Jack and Michael, Thank you for opening up your condo to us, we loved every second that we stayed there and didn't want to leave! The little touches you added to the condo were just perfect. We still can't get over the awesome view of the ocean, something we wouldn't have gotten if we stayed at a resort. We also loved the fact that your condo was sooo quiet, which allowed us to be even more at ease and relaxed. Thanks again for everything and we can't wait to return to Maui! Daniel & Connie

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

Beautiful

Guest: silvercharmn4u (Jacksonville, Florida)
Date of Stay: 07/18/10 Review Submitted: 09/05/10

We went to celebrate our birthdays, and our engagement, it was beautiful, the pictures on the site, is exactly how the room looks, the view is great, I didnt want to leave , Property is well maintained, The owner answered any and all questions I had, and made some great recommendations, I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a fab getwaway. Nearby activities, attractions and restaurants are minutes away on Front St.

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

Alooohhhaa! :)

Guest: Sean and Kate (Upstate NY)
Date of Stay: 05/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/31/10

Michael and Jack, the care and high quality of your condo was evident to us as soon as we opened the door. We felt like king and queen with our super comfortable bed next to the ocean breeze and rolling waves. We loved everything about Maui, and we especially loved returning to your condo to watch the sunset and cook dinner. Everything was perfect -- we would and WILL recommend your condo to all family and friends.

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

Guest: Erin67 (Anchorage, AK)
Date of Stay: 03/14/10 Review Submitted: 03/14/10

Thank you so much Jack and Michael for the opportunity to stay at your lovely condo in Maui! It was the perfect way for my husband and I to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We had a great time in Maui, and found your suggestions on things to do very helpful. We especially enjoyed the Feast at Lele. We also drove around the north coast of the island which was very beautiful. There were hardly any other cars on the road, so we felt like we had the whole island to ourselves. We stopped in the small village on the north coast (can't recall the name right now) and tried Julie's famous banana bread - we highly recommend it! Another highlight of that drive was hiking to the blowhole. Also, just past mile 8 toward the end of the drive, there is a pull-off with a non-marked trail; we hiked down and found a few pools and a waterfall, very beautiful! My husband took a dip in one of the pools which was crystal clear. We highly recommend the drive to others, if you are not scared of a few hairpin turns and one-lane roads. Last, but not least, we had a great time driving south and stopping at beaches to snorkel along the way. Thanks again Jack and Michael for all your customer service!Erin and Shawn Naber

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Guest: Lana Smith (Denver, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10 Review Submitted: 03/05/10

Dear Michael and Jack, Harold and I got home from Hawaii yesterday, and we are in the process of trying to adjust to "not being on vacation in paradise". We so appreciated having the opportunity to stay in your beautiful condo. It was so comfortable and beautifully decorated. The Hawaiian music CDs and supurb DVD collection enhanced our free time. Our favorite thing to do was relaxing on the lanai. The whales were a delight to watch during the day and we were awed by stargazing at night. Because you were already booked we spent our last two weeks in Kihei. We missed your condo so much! We missed listening to the ocean waves and the quiet neighborhood. We hope to someday return to your little piece of heaven on earth. Our best wishes to you and our heartfelt thanks for your warm hospitality and attention to every detail. Aloha, Lana and Harold

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Guest: Dean & Linda (-)
Date of Stay: 02/12/10 Review Submitted: 02/12/10

Jack & Michael, What a beautiful condo! We had a great vacation -- beautiful weather. We missed a snowstorm at home...too bad. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home and for all the suggestions for us. We couldn't have felt more welcome! It was truly relaxing and fun.

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Guest: Derrol (OzarkMO.)
Date of Stay: 01/31/10 Review Submitted: 01/31/10

Michael & Jack. We sure enjoyed your beautifully decorated condo. Had a wonderful time doing all the usual things. The road to Hana is one of the great drives anywhere. Had to go get some of Julia's famous banana bread and it was great. Honolua bay snorkling,Hyatt Luau, Whalers village were all great fun. The most exciting thing was just sitting on the lanai and watching the Sea Turtles swim by and the whales breaching out beyond the waves. As I was writing in your guest book there was a beautiful double rainbow. What a way to end a great albeit far to short vacation. Joyce is ready to go back today but I think we will wait a while. Aloha & Mahalo Derrol & Joyce

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Guest: Doug and Cindy James (Moose Jaw, SK)
Date of Stay: 01/10/10 Review Submitted: 01/10/10

Jack and Michael, your condo was fantastic. We enjoyed staying there. The sunsets from the balcony were wonderful. The location was great. It was so nice to be able to sit and watch the whales while having our morning coffee. Thank you again for all your suggestion to do and see while we were there, it was was big help.

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Guest: Stefany and Yugo (Sarnia Ont. Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/23/09 Review Submitted: 12/22/09

Hello Michael and Jack, Your condo was an excellent choice to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary. The location of the condo, the great decoration and magnificent sun-sets made our stay in Maui fantastic experience that we will always remember. You are excellent hosts and your advice what to do and what to see in Maui was priceles. Thanks again for sherring your home with us. Best Regards, Stefany and Yugo, Sarnia, On Canada

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Guest: Sharon & Tom1 (Everett, Washington)
Date of Stay: 12/11/09 Review Submitted: 12/11/09

Michael and Jack, We thank you so much for all of your help in having one of the nicest vacations ever. The only problem was that we were not there long enough! Your place was wonderful and we were very pleased. Thanks and we will be looking forward to our return some day. Tom & Sharon

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Guest: Lee & Mary Kay Barnes (High Point, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 11/18/09 Review Submitted: 11/18/09

This was our first trip to Maui and we were there to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. The condo was beautifully furnished and we had an awesome anniversary. The view was breathtaking and even our pictures cant describe the awesome views. We enjoyed waking up to the beautiful sunrise and having breakfast on the lunai. Michael and Jack was very helpful to us months before we left and we had the pleasure to meet them before we left Maui. We have already recommended their condo to some friends of ours for future stays. We look forward to returning to Maui!!! Aloha!!!

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Guest: B & W (Southern California)
Date of Stay: 11/04/09 Review Submitted: 11/04/09

Many, many thanks, gentlemen, from your favorite repeat offenders:) Your condo is of course exquisite and even more wonderful than we remembered. We will always recommend your place to friends and family and we WILL to be back again soon! Mahalo!!!

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Guest: Debbie and Erick (Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 10/27/09 Review Submitted: 10/27/09

Most deepest gratitude from the two most gracious hosts Jack and Michael. Mahalo nui loa for sharing your beautiful home with us. From the sign at the door you know this is a special place. Not only does this place have stainless steel fridge, dishwasher, working AC (this is huge), comfy bed, tv, and all of home's luxuries, but its the Hawaiian details that makes this condo a class of its own. It has a very welcoming and warm feel that can't be taken in pictures. Every peice of furniture, handle bar, turtle figure, kitchen towel, bathroom mirror ... (its true i can go on and on) you can tell has been chosen with the utmost care. From the lanai, - not only do you see a nearby island, and occassional rainbows, but the most beautiful sunsets - Maui has the best. Also you are two minutes from stepping door to sandy beaches. Empty out your digicam, you'll need lots of space for these pictures!! Absolutely breathtaking. As two people, getting married in Maui which we've never been to, staying at a condo for the first time (not a hotel) Jack and Michael with their fountain of knowledge and thoughtful emails helped set our mind at ease. I recommend this place to anyone who have never been to Maui or have been to Maui many times before. You will be satisfied! Can't wait to go back!

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Guest: Amy and Nick (Manchester, CT)
Date of Stay: 10/15/09 Review Submitted: 10/15/09

We loved your condo! Thank you for helping our stay in Maui to be comfortable and affordable! We'll be sure to recommend Maui Tropical Sunsets to any honeymooners we know! :) Thanks again!

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Guest: Sue and Kevin Walsh (Highland Lakes, NJ)
Date of Stay: 10/11/09 Review Submitted: 10/11/09

This was our fourth visit to Maui and by far the most relaxing and enjoyable. We had always stayed in resorts or condos near the more touristed area of the island. This was our first stay in Kahana and we really appreciated the peace and beauty of this area of the island. We practically lived on the lanai....great views of the ocean and surrounding islands, and amazing sunsets every evening. The condo was very comfortable and the kitchen very well equipped. We look forward to staying at the condo again in the future. We had a great vacation! Mahalo Michael and Jack!

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Guest: Bill &Pamela (Bend, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/03/09 Review Submitted: 10/03/09

Absolutely "PRICELESS" view. The condo presents itself NICER in person than viewing on the internet, we were happily surprised. Thank you Jack and Michael for answering all questions promptly and making this transaction smooth and simple. After staying at your condo on Maui, we wouldn't stay anywhere else. Quiet, Peaceful and Clean! See ya next year!

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Guest: Therese Vogel (Happy Valley, OR)
Date of Stay: 08/30/09 Review Submitted: 08/29/09

My husband & I would like to give our deepest thanks to Jack & Michael for our recent stay in their Maui condo. We can't imagine a more delightful place for us to have stayed for our 1st visit to Hawaii. We felt as though we truly discovered a "gem" among the many large condo complexes surrounding this one. Everything from the beautiful decorations to the gorgeous view from the lanai, to the MANY small thoughtful touches Jack & Michael provided, made us feel so very well cared for. And this care started WELL before our stay, with the many responsive E- Mails Jack & Michael sent, with loads of informative suggestions on ways to make our stay in Maui as enjoyable as possible. Not only their knowledge of the facilities, but their deep respect of the culture of the people of Maui made their suggestions so valuable to us. The only thing that would have made our stay in Maui more enjoyable would have been having Jack & Michael with us, to share a Mai Tai with!! We sincerely hope we'll be able to do this someday. We definitely know where we will want to stay when we return to Maui in a couple years. Thanks so very much, Jack & Michael, for a memorable stay in your wonderful condo! Therese & Mike Vogel

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Guest: Eric35 (El Segundo, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/22/09 Review Submitted: 08/21/09

We really enjoyed staying at Michael and Jack's condo for our honeymoon. The view was spectacular and the location was central. They were also just a phone call away for the entire trip to answer any questions we had about restaurant, hikes, waterfalls, you name it. We would definitely stay here again as well as recommend it to our friends and family. We loved watching the turtles in the water from the balcony and were also pleasantly surprised by the friendliness of neighbors. We were even invited to a Hawaiian tea at sunset. Thank you again Michael and Jack - I look forward to doing business with you again. We love you guys!!

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Guest: Jessica Herrin (Helena MT)
Date of Stay: 07/24/09 Review Submitted: 07/24/09

We celebrated our honeymoon this past week at Michael and Jack's condo in Maui. It was amazing. We loved staying in such a cozy place and being able to feel away from the world. It was so nice to be able to cook some of our own meals and eat them with the beautiful scenery on the lanai. Michael and Jack were so helpful in helping us find activities that suited us. Thank you so much and we would love to return. Sean and Jessica Herrin

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Guest: Bob, Donna and Peter (Surrey, BC)
Date of Stay: 07/20/09 Review Submitted: 07/20/09

What a way to celebrate our 25th Anniversary! Suite 207 was so welcoming upon our first-ever arrival in the Hawaiian Islands. But the great spirit of welcoming did not start at our arrival - it started months and months before when I began my search for places to stay on Maui. Jack and Michael were always responsive to our emails and phone calls. The info they provided was very helpful to planning our trip. My husband, who has a bad back, appreciated the good mattress in the suite. I was looking for a home away from home and knew I found it by the professionalism and warmth of our hosts. Thank you for making our time on Maui more wonderful!

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Guest: Dave & Chris Austin (South Bend, IN)
Date of Stay: 06/13/09 Review Submitted: 06/13/09

On May 31, 2009 we arrived at your home on Maui for the second time. When Dave and I walked through the door we felt like we were back home. Jack and Michael you have more than the Aloha Spirit. We can't thank you guys enough, for sharing your little piece of paradise. We had so much fun watching the sea turtles. And on the last day we saw a sealion right in front of the condo it was like he was waving Aloha to us. It was so cool.The condo is very clean and tropical looking. If you need rest and relaxation and want to forget your troubles. This is the place to be! This is the best place. Thank you both for the gifts and flowers. Your kindness is overwhelming. Thanks, Dave and Chris

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Guest: Annie & Josh Dumond (Bothell, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/05/09 Review Submitted: 06/05/09

Round two! We recently returned home from our second stay at the condo and absolutely loved, which is really no surprise, because everything about the condo feels like home – except the fact that we’re sitting on the Pacific Ocean with the most beautiful view and warm sunshine. Really though, on our first day there, my husband and I were sitting on the couch and he looked at me and said, “We’re home. This feels like our home.” And, he’s right – walking into the condo and settling in, feels like home.We were impressed with Jack and Michael’s constant willingness to help plan our trip and make it exactly what we wanted. When we arrived to the condo it was sparkling clean with all the amenities needed (including a cooler, beach chairs and towels, Hawaiian CD’s, all the kitchen supplies you could imagine, extra pillows, an iron – the list goes on). My husband and I were in Maui for my best friends wedding. We hosted a small party one night – everyone loved the condo and was so impressed not only with the location, but also the interior decorating. The biggest bonus of our trip, second to the wedding of course, was meeting Michael and Jack! Meeting the two of you was so exciting for us! We feel like we’ve ‘got to know you’ over the last two years with both our trips to Maui – so it was so wonderful to finally put a face to a name. You are just as charming in person as you are over the phone. We can’t wait for our next vacation to Maui! Without a doubt, we’ll be staying at Michael and Jack’s condo! Mahalo for a creating a beautiful paradise and sanctuary within your condo. We loved calling it home!

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Guest: Sandra and Jimm (Bothell, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/15/09 Review Submitted: 04/15/09

We loved our stay and found the condo to be all we needed. Jack and Michael made themselves readily available if we needed anything. However, everything was fine. We enjoyed seeing whales, dolphins and even mating turtles right from the lanai. We would stay there again! Sandra and Jimm

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