Dawn P.
July 2024
Great location for snorklers across the street from some of the best snorkeling we found in Hawai'i. Place was nice - and great for those on the go - a small living room and made watching soccer tight for four adults but we enjoyed the outside seating - the pool and the quiet small condo community. Check in confusion was easily remedied by host via text - small but perfect for our needs.
Stacey D.
June 2024
Clean, comfortable, great location, wonderful stay
Sarah R.
June 2024
Lots of beach stuff like snorkel gear and wet shoes provided. Great location for snorkeling or surfing.
Michael U.
June 2024
Well kept place. Very comfortable beds and pillows. Ample supply of bathroom and beach towels. Pool was small but despite being early June we had the pool mostly to ourselves each time.
Diana H.
June 2024
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed a beautiful view! The property was clean and beautifully furnished. Danielle was wonderful to work with as well!
Zubin D.
June 2024
This place checks most if not all boxes. May be a little dated, but not a big deal. Has most of what we needed for a stay in Kona.
Sally R.
May 2024
Great location, pool, views, amenities, parking - it was great and we will be back!
Gloria R.
April 2024
Beach access was superb! Property was clean and had everything we needed or wanted, including beach chairs, noodles, snorkel equipment and 2 boogie boards!
Edwin J.
April 2024
This unit served our family (husband/wife plus two adult children) well. Our children appreciated each having their own bedrooms and a bathroom to share. Immaculate. Functional kitchen. The unit is on the lowest level. Balcony overlooks the complex's pool. The Kahalu'u Beach is directly across Ali'i Dr - fortunately there is a pedestrian crosswalk to walk there (& avoid the $12 parking fee). Great beach for snorkeling & sunsets. The agent followed up throughout our stay and was very helpful. There was a slight problem with getting into the unit - it requires more than simply typing the code into the keypad. Hopefully the agent will relay more information in the future to clarify this. Hey, you're in Hawaii - what's not to love?!!
March 2024
This condo was perfect for us! Perfect location! Clean and very well supplied! The host was wonderful! I would stay there again without hesitation!
Tamara G.
March 2024
Overall great experience. Quiet, clean and great location!!! Thank you Dani!!!
Larry C.
January 2024
Closets mostly full of owner things which left little room for
Our things
Sandy B.
January 2024
Wonderful condo, property and location, thank you!
Forrest L.
January 2024
Very comfortable for 4 adults and 2 children. Excellent location with spectacular views from the lanai. Only negative was the washer wasn't working, but we were compensated for the inconvenience.
December 2023
We were very impressed with the unit. Would definitely stay again!
Barbara N.
November 2023
Danielle communicated everything we needed to check in and have a nice comfortable stay. We enjoyed our stay and the visit to Hawaii! Would love to come.back!
Robert G.
September 2023
This property was performed our stay. Just far enough away for the traffic areas but close enough if we wanted to run into town for shopping or eating out. Love the pool and beach access.
Sergey F.
August 2023
Pool was perfect for our 8 year old. Across the street is some of the most incredible snorkeling I've ever seen. 15m drive from Kona. 2hr drive from Volcanos national Park. Clean and comfortable and spacious. And there's a parking lot. Basically the perfect place.
Shirl G.
August 2023
Lovely condo on a lovely property. Well managed. Beautiful sunsets from the garden level lanai.
If you love snorkeling, stay here as it’s only a 3 min walk to Kahaluu Bay.
We would stay here again without hesitation.
Meghan P.
July 2023
This is a great place to stay. The owners are very helpful and accommodating. Myself and 5 of my friends stayed here. There was plenty of space. Parking was simple and having the beach across the street was perfect. We also loved the market that is close by and the pool area is amazing! I would highly recommend staying here.
Tracy K.
July 2023
Our family had a great time staying in the surf shack. It couldn't be closer to the beach and all the amazing ocean activities and snorkeling. We were amazed at how much ocean life we could experience directly across the street at kahaluu bay.
We had a rental car but walked a lot to just enjoy the ocean views — we walked to magic sands (about one mile) for great days in the waves and sand and good lunches! Loved the restaurant too.
Highly recommend the manta dive (there is a great one close by out of the outrigger hotel). The mantas are so huge and the kids loved it too.
We also loved driving to mains Lea beach and lava lava to see more of the island. To offset the restaurant expenses, We hit the Costco on the way from airport to condo and had lunches and snacks and also enjoyed many breakfasts on the lanai and a glass of wine each sunset— the sunsets were beautiful and visible ever evening from the lanai. I'm a cook and had everything I needed to prep and cook for 6. Lots of dishes and new pans.
We were gone for most of the days but the kids and family enjoyed the evenings in the pool overlooking the ocean and sunsets as well.
Wonderful decor and charming space.
Yes, We'll be back!
Ronda M.
July 2023
We totally enjoyed our time at the condo. The location was perfect, and the sunsets from the lanai were amazing. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could need. There were two beach chairs (it would have been nice to have more) and two boogie boards as well as noodles and towels for the pool. We did have to rent more beach chairs and a beach umbrella. The only minor "faults" were that it would have been nice to have additional bed pillows (some were a bit flat and some of us are used to sleeping with more than one pillow), it would also have been nice to have bath mats/rugs so we did not have to "sacrifice" bath towels to keep from slipping on the tile floors. The walls and floors are a bit "thin", you do hear the neighbors quite a lot. Overall it was a great condo, well kept, clean and great location!
Becky H.
July 2023
the condo was great.. the owners and Danielle were very helpful in clearing up an issue before it became a problem. It was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay immensely..
Tracy K.
July 2023
We absolutely ❤️ loved our stay at the surf and swim shack. The home is cute, comfy and clean, great updated decor, also has easy to access to the pool out back plus the best snorkel beach in kona across the street. We agreed this is the easiest and most adventurous vacation we've had. Everything is right here and the beaches are unlike any we've experienced.
Our highlights were the kids (10, 11, 12) being able to try surfing lessons right here, experiencing an incredible in the water sea turtle sighting and fish first hand 🐠, the crystal clear blue water and fun waves, and being able to walk back home to grill and enjoy the kitchen and lanai with amazing view of the kona sunset each evening while we were unwinding. We also loved magic sands down the street.
We'll definitely be back. 🤙
Jacob S.
July 2023
Our family of five had a great time here. Fantastic location. Unit is clean and updated. Really appreciated the central air.
Veronica B.
June 2023
We have stayed at this condo 4 times so far. Our family loves it. Condo is located on the first floor which is ideal for our little ones...plus conveniently close to pool where the bbq is.
New furniture which I loved the new hawaiian design. Everything you need for a comfortable family vacation.
Valerie B.
June 2023
The condo was exactly as advertised. World class snorkeling, right across the street, beautiful ocean views from the lanai, kitchen and master bedroom. We could not have asked for more! Great value for the price.
Kerry C.
June 2023
We took our daughter to celebrate her 5th birthday and snorkel for her first time at the beach across the road. She loved all the fish she could see. Great location just steps away from the beach. She loved swimming in the pool too. The king sized bed was very firm but the queen sized bed was softer to sleep on. Nice views too! We loved exploring the big island from here.
Marlene and Larry R.
May 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed the stay. The location was great, the place was very nice and we really enjoyed our time on the lanai, in the pool, and at the beach across the road. Thanks!
Gary W.
April 2023
Beautiful location ! Looking out over the ocean ! You can sit on the deck and watch the sunset!
Ryan W.
January 2023
The location was pretty good, close to a great snorkeling area. But that reef can be dangerous, we saw lots of people with cuts and wounds on their legs. The condo itself was clean and nice. The Lanai was great for morning eats, and it had a great view. The kitchen is packed with essentials, it’s just what you would expect in a vacation rental. The place is rock solid for 4-6 people. Parking was plentiful and easy.
Things we were less than impressed with.. The floor wasn’t clean, our feet were gross within minutes just walking around inside. After a showers with kids we tried to dry the floor with the towels, and they came back quite gross. There was lipstick on a few of the dishes and cups. Nobody had washed the coffee maker in ages, pretty nasty inside. I wish there wasn’t a lock on the fence/gate blocking the ADA access. Super annoying to carry our buddy and his wheelchair, and our kid and the stroller up and around and down the stairs if we didn’t bring the key to the pool and gate. Seriously, why lock it? It doesn’t add any security when you can just take the scenic route. And I wish they mentioned that they were planning on painting the building a bit sooner. If I’m paying the cleaning fee, I’d expect it to be a lot cleaner.
Janelle R.
January 2023
Great place to stay, we had a fantastic time here. 5 adults staying here and we all had plenty of room.
Justin A.
October 2022
We stayed here for a family trip and really enjoyed our time. It’s a bit outside of the center of Kona but has easy access to a great beach for snorkeling. The property was clean and spacious with a nice lanai. We also enjoyed the on-site pool.
Ron S.
October 2022
This condo was wonderful. A nice three bedroom with Lanai to sit at and look at the beach and sunsets. The beach across the street has really good snorkeling right when you get into the water. One of the best on the island. Nice and quiet and you can hear the waves at night. AC works good. There were a lot of helpful items for visiting the beach (snorkel gear, beach chairs, towels, ice chests, sand toys, etc). Right down the street from a good marketplace with restaurants. Good location to everything.
Tracy K.
August 2022
We absolutely loved our stay at the surf shack. We could tell they had just recently updated the condo with new paint, appliances, kitchen items, overall lots of extra accessories and things that were obviously new. Bright, airy and fun with all the comforts we needed…. being just steps from pool and beach = awesome. We'll definitely be back!
Coreyce L.
July 2022
The location was great. Unit has everything you could need for a family ( high chair / pack n play / pool gear for infants and kids/ floaties and life jackets/ snorkel gear for children and adults/ beach gear / cooler / etc. Well stocked kitchen with all the appliances and good pans. Beds were ok but cotton sheets would make it better since memory foam runs hot. The few complaints I have I fixed myself and I would stay here again. The unit is outdated and dark but the beauty of the beach and sunset across the street made everything better.
Robert L.
June 2022
Enjoyed the condo and amenities that were included, made for an easier stress free experience. Beach that is walking distance is a great beach. My favorite side of the island and close enough to Kailua-Kona via driving that its not a pain to get to.
Cynthia R.
April 2022
The condo was a perfect location for all of our activities. It was so nice to be able to see the sunrise and sunset as we were directly across the street from the beach. Also the lanai was a nice spot to eat breakfast or dinner. Plenty of snorkel gear was provided and greatly appreciated. Condo was perfect for our family.
Kali S.
February 2022
We loved staying at this property and the ease of going to the beach. They really have everything you need in this home for your stay.
jeremiah e.
February 2022
Great stay with my wife and two kids.
Pool just steps away, beach across street.
Condo neighbors friendly.
5 min drive to downtown Kona, easy access to hi-way
James was very helpful with questions.
beth f.
February 2022
Condo was located close in proximity to shopping, beaches and restaurants. Pool area was nice. We enjoyed sitting on the covered patio each night viewing the sunset. James responded quickly to any questions we had regarding property.
Alisa K.
January 2022
The beach is right across the street.
Jobie F.
January 2022
The location is amazing and the unit is very nicely laid out. The owner was prompt and responsive. Outside the unit is an outdoor shower perfect for getting all the sand and salt off after a fun beach day.
Kristan S.
April 2017
We loved the location of this condo. We snorkeled every morning. Do pay extra for the A/C unless you are comfortable sleeping in temps inside in the low 80s.
Lora K.
April 2017
Reservations were easy to make and communication was easy throughout the process. Upon arrival, it was simple to locate. Plenty of parking at all times. Just down a set of steps to the entry, which is keyless. The keyless entry was a huge bonus, as our older kids could come and go as they pleased without trying to keep track of a key. Also, if we wanted to skibble across the street for a snorkel we didn't need a key - just our mask and snorkel. The outdoor shower was very close to the unit for convenient rinsing off. Now back to the unit. It was clean and easy to keep clean with a great layout for us. Floors were all tile and could be swept quickly. There was some decor, but it wasn't in the way. All the appliances were functional and we especially loved the blender for making smoothies with fresh pineapple & other local ingredients. I loved the coffee bean grinder & maker for that Kona coffee! We all slept well and thought the beds were very comfortable. We heard a little quiet normal noise from other units on a couple occasions, but it wasn't disturbing. (We probably were the disturbers!) Showers both had great pressure and didn't change temperature while running. Showers were big enough to wash a couple kids at once. Kids! They were thrilled with sand toys and pool noodles! There are also mask/snorkel sets, which are a huge bonus. Our 5-year-old had her own set and Kahaluu was a perfect spot for her to snorkel safely, as it's very protected. We chose this location in hopes everyone would enjoy it, and we did! The snorkeling was excellent - we saw nearly all the same critters at Kahaluu as we did at other spots around the island. Kahaluu beach always felt safe and was never too crowded. Every morning groundskeepers tidied up and there were lifeguards most days. We could walk up the hill (maybe 1/3 mile) to shop (grocery, drugstore, bookstore, etc.) for necessities. There is a lane for walking along Alii Drive, and Alii itself isn't as busy as I thought it would be. It's easy to cross to get to Kahaluu and takes about 1 minute from the condo! The condo area always felt safe and clean too and had fun flora and fauna. Blooming flowers, grinning geckos, and palms galore. We didn't use the pool much, but it looked clean. When we arrived we realized we would need A/C after all; we phoned Britt, and she got us cooling off in minutes. Anytime we contacted Britt or James, we received a response very quickly.
Dawn L.
March 2017
Our stay, as a group of three couples, in James and Hee's home was wonderful. Located centrally in the Kailua-Kona area, it was a perfect spot to start each day and venture out. The rooms were clean, spacious and nicely decorated. The pool was clean and had an amazing view, as did the hot tub. We grilled out one night, and ate out in the lanai each evening. James was immediately receptive and accommodating to our needs, and answered any questions we might have had. We followed his suggestions for things to do, and were thrilled with the various adventures. Hang Loose Boat tours is a MUST! Should we find ourselves on the Big Island again, we would most definitely choose to stay in James and Hee's home again. Mahalo!
Maya A.
March 2017
This was the perfect place to stay with two small children and four adults. James and Hee were so fast to respond to all my questions before our trip and the condo was a perfect home for us while here.
Liz M.
March 2017
Couldn't have stayed at a better spot! Place had everything we needed and more. Perfect location, snorkeling is right across the street. Beds were comfortable (very important since you spend a good portion of your vacation sleeping). Would stay here again and again!
Billie R.
March 2017
The property is well taken care of and very nicely furnished with every thing you might need. I came with my 3 grown up daughters and we all had a great time. The location is wonderful and the view will be in my memory for a long time. We sat on the lanai mornings and evenings enjoying our coffee with the view. Thanks for providing us a great place to stay.
Sue G.
January 2017
We had a fabulous 5 days in this very comfortable apartment. Plenty of space for the 5 of us. Location is perfect - right across the road from one of the best snorkelling beaches in the area. Plenty of marine life including turtles. Snorkels, masks and reef shoes all provided. Spacious bedrooms, huge bathrooms, shops just up the road. This unit had everything we wanted. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Kathryn B.
January 2017
We loved staying here! The condo was clean, new and beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed. The beach across the street is perfect for snorkeling and safe for families. Our kids loved the pool and kids' gear, and the owners really went out of their way to make sure we had a great trip. If you're traveling with young kids, this place is your best bet. Thank you Hee and James!
Rachel M.
November 2016
Nice to be away from hustle & bustle of Kona yet close enough to enjoy it. Great snorkelling right across the road & close to Shopping centre for groceries & good food at the sports bar.
September 2016
I almost don’t want anyone to know what a great place this is, as I am already trying to figure out a way to come back and hope it is not booked up !
But since the owners were SO nice I feel compelled to be honest. First off the home looks exactly like it did in the photos, which is nice. Truth in advertising, what a concept. It was very clean and well maintained, with comfortable beds and nice linens.
Our family ranged in age from 7 to 85, and all felt comfortable. The condo was stocked with everything you would need, such as snorkel gear, water shoes, boogie boards, coolers for beach and beach towels. Meaning that you do not have to buy or rent any of this equipment while you are here, an added bonus. So upon arrival you are stocked up ready to go. A great view, great location, central to everything yet still just far enough away to avoid huge traffic and tourist. The unit has a lovely view and is very quiet.
Honestly it felt like we were home.
But for me the best part of this home was the service from the on site manager and the owners. When we arrived, after several hours we realized the air conditioner was not working. I contacted the on site Manager, Britt, and she was so kind, apologetic and immediately worked towards resolving the issue. She was even able to get an air conditioning repair person out on Labor Day! We understand, things break, it happens, it is no one’s fault; but it is how issues are handled that makes or breaks the vacation. If it had taken all week to repair or the owners did not care, we would have been miserable. A vacation we planned and saved a year for could have been ruined. I really felt like the owners (who also contacted me to make sure we were taken care of) and Britt really understood that, and for many of us this is a once in a lifetime trip; and they understood that naturally we want our vacation to be hassle free and relaxing. It felt like they really cared about our comfort. The issue was resolved and we had a lovely vacation. So rest assured if – unintentionally – anything does go wrong, the owners and manager take care of it quickly, so you can get on with having FUN.
I should also mention it is great for families. I traveled with my three elementary age children, and this was a perfect location, well stocked with items kids need (even a ball). But great WiFi and TV for Grandpa. We are already scheming to figure out a way to come back and will definitely stay here again.
Thank you Hee, James, and Brit
Charlie B.
June 2016
Arrived late, but seamless self check-in. Plenty of towels and lots of unexpected kitchen utensils & recreational equipment. We easily prepared meals and avoided eating out $$$. Upgraded to $15 / nite airconditioning on day 2. Front door cypher lock was a continual challenge. Proximity of snorkeling beach and shopping mall was another unexpected benefit.
Ronnie K.
May 2016
Great location just outside the hub bub of Kona yet close enough to get in to see things as needed. Literally a stones throw from the best snorkeling I had while in the islands! Within moments of entering the water on a rainy morning and almost having it to myself saw several green turtles and came away with great pictures. There is not one thing that can be improved with this location or the host. Even had it ready a few minutes early which was more than appreciated. Mahalo!!!
Jill G.
May 2016
We recently spent 5 days at this property and would highly recommend it. The owners were very responsive and courteous.. The rental was spacious, comfortable and had everything you needed to spend the day at the beach. We appreciated the mats, towels, coolers, snorkel gear and umbrella. We spent the majority of our time on the lovely lanai and in the pool. The grocery store was nearby and the beach across the street was a great snorkeling spot.
Kudos to Hee & James! We hope to come back!!!
April 2016
We had a wonderful time at this condo. It was fully stocked and very conveniently located across from the beach. Wonderful manager and a great stay!
Rhonda S.
April 2016
We found this condo perfect for our family of three couples. It was very clean, well equipped, comfortable and in a great location. The condo is spacious with each couple having a nice sized bedroom with comfortable beds. With the best snorkeling beach across the street, we really appreciated the snorkel gear and the beach chairs. We did a lot of traveling around the island and also appreciated the coolers provided. It was a great treat to take picnic lunches and bring bottles of water which we could keep cold. Hee and James provided us with a list of recommendations for restaurants and things to see and do. There was also a guide book and brochures at the condo which we found very useful. The location was great as we were minutes away from a shopping center, a 5 minute drive down Alii Dr to the downtown area which had all sorts of shopping and restaurants and about 5 minutes away from the main road to go sightseeing. We managed to travel to every corner of the island and were so in awe of the different climate zones and scenery. At the end of a long day, it was so nice to come back and soak in the hot tub! Another thing we really enjoyed was the lanai. It was a real treat to eat our meals out on the lanai and look out at the ocean. James and Hee were great to deal with and responded so quickly to any of our questions. If we are able to, we definitely would come back to their condo. It exceeded all of our expectations. Mahalo James and Hee! Rhonda, Doug, Vicki, Tony, Diane & Russ
Nicole N.
March 2016
Had a fantastic stay at this condo! Found it for a last minute trip and it couldn't have been more perfect! Location is great and views are beautiful. Everything you could need is provided- beach towels, coolers, snorkeling gear, soap, shampoo, etc. Beach across the street is great for snorkeling. We saw awesome fish and swam with turtles! This condo is unique in the fact that it is so accessible to the beach whereas a lot of other complexes are located on the rocks. Coffee shop and grocery store nearby and short drive to other great places! James and Hee were so easy to work with and incredibly responsive. Can't wait to stay here again!
Susan H.
February 2016
Location was great - right across the road from a great snorkelling beach, close to shopping centre, and a good base for some short drives to other Kona attractions.
Condo had EVERYTHING!!! Such a clean, well maintained, thoughtfully presented and stocked condo. Was great to have Netflix, loads of beach equipment, cooler bags for packing lunches, washing machine and dryer (saved so much time and money with this one!), toiletries and all detergents etc. The beds were super comfy and the lanai had a lovely view.
Hee and James's service and communication was far beyond my expectations. Always prompt to reply and shared useful tips and information. All the places on Hee and James's recommended list were fantastic (and what a treat to have all this information emailed to you before the trip). I'd done my research and picked out the same places and all were thoroughly enjoyed by our whole family. We also did the Hang Loose Manta Ray Night Snorkel. Highly recommend this adventure!
We stumbled across the cultural singing and dancing performance at the local shopping centre that happens free every Friday night, and Bianelli's Gourmet Pizza and Pasta there was delicious and great value.
Can't thank Hee and James enough for enabling us to stay in their condo making our Kona experience a fantastic one. We definitely hope to be back one day and stay here!
Mahalo!
Susan, Mark, Matt and Kai - Sydney, Australia
mark n.
February 2016
Perfect location right across the beach. More then enough room for my family. The washer and dryer was awesome especially cause we was there for sports. They have everything for a toddler.
MELANIE R.
February 2016
We really enjoyed our stay at this condo. All the furnishings and decor were superb and of high quality. The beds & pillows were extremely comfortable. It was very clean and well-stocked and had quality equipment from snorkeling gear to the beach chairs & towels. The beach across the street was one of the best snorkeling beaches on the island and we had never tried snorkeling before. It ended up being a highlight of the trip! The pool & hot tub were very nice and well-maintained. The hot tub was an especially welcome amenity after hiking around Volcano National Park & the waterfalls. We were vacationing with another couple and there was plenty of room & privacy. The only thing we did not care for at the condo was the sliding pocket doors that were kind of noisy in the night. I would highly recommend this place to all my friends and family and would certainly stay again.
Diane L.
February 2016
We had a fantastic stay at this home. There were 4 adults and 2-17 year olds. They configured the 3rd room for the teenagers so they had single beds to sleep in, rather than a king - which the girls were thankful for. We had a beautiful view and a handy location to the beach where we got to snorkel with lots of fish and turtles.
Hee and Kim were very helpful and clear with the arrival instructions and though we never saw them, we also never needed to see them. The beds were very comfortable and the home was a lovely set up. Our only complaint was the loud ceiling fan in the living room - it was loud but it still worked great. Other than that we had a stand fan that we used instead, which was excellent and much more quiet.
Thanks so much for helping us have a phenomenal holiday!! We loved your home.
Diane, Fred, Rhonda, Bruce and the girls!
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