First the history....my mother passed over the summer (unexpected). My daughters and granddaughter were quite close to her. My husband and I lived only around the corner from her and Christmas was always her holiday.
Immediately after her death, my daughters immediately asked that we NOT be home for Christmas. Little did I know, that we would spend it quite so far away from home (Tampa, Fl). At the age of 63, never have I not been home at Christmas.
There was much discussion as where to go and where to stay. I insisted on sunshine and a home with a pool.
This home/property offered us both and a gorgeous view in addition.
From the time we reserved the home to the time we arrived, all was as marketed. Upon arrival, we were quite pleased that it all was as marketed and shown. The view was the view - the home was the home.
The house was perfect, great size - big enough but didn't feel too big. We had our two daughters and one granddaughter with us. Due to the holidays and our love of cooking, we truly used the kitchen which was very nicely supplied with baking dishes, pots and pans, and etc. The only possible suggestion for the home - addition of blinds of some sort in the living room to pull down during the afternoon sun, as that room does get quite warm in the mid to late afternoon.
The pool and the hot tub was beautiful, well maintained, and kept clean. The yard and patio were perfectly maintained, clean, and felt like home. We had interaction with the landscaping team and they were quite friendly. We also used the housekeeping service which was prompt and did an excellent job.
In addition, due to the holidays, the property management worked with us in permitting a local florist to enter and put up and decorate a Christmas tree for us prior to our arrival. It was perfect and we greatly appreciate her willingness to make this work.
While there, the Big Island experienced a ONE day severe storm and the property manager even reached out to check on us that day.
Beginning the holiday season as what was expected to be a tough one due to our loss ended up being one of the most beautiful Christmas seasons we have experienced. Our entire family fell in love with the Big Island, our temporary home, and the surrounding area. We were quite pleased and happy. As I have told those checking on us.......great decision to spend our Christmas here in this home on this island in '22.
We will be returning!