The property is lovely and wonderfully situated in the Mauna Lani area. Access to the private beach and cove was a definite plus. Hapuna Beach Recreation Area is conveniently located just up the road.
The kitchen has top-of-the-line appliances and a very large complement of pans, utensils, plates, glasses and silverware. It was ideal for our stay with our grandkids. Everything about this place is absolutely first rate, and we have absolutely no reservations about recommending it highly.
Alan R.
August 2024
Overall home decor is cheap and outdated (to put it kindly). Add to that a long list of deferred maintenance and condition problems, all of which we brought to Vacasa's attention within the first 2 days of our stay. But only 1 issue was addressed while we were there (HVAC filters clogged with 4 years of dust and debris were replaced).
Problems include: VERY FILTHY entry/kitchen/dining/living room tile. Dirty and stained carpets throughout. Scuffed walls. Burned out light bulbs in the oven and in one bedroom. Dirty windows. Screens missing from some windows. Bathroom and shower floors filthy, with black gooey grout in places. One toilet rocks back and forth (not secured to floor). Most bath faucets lined in dirt and crud at the base. Master shower door sweep literally orange-brown with years of caked scum. Cheap bedding and towels, some threadbare. Dirty and stained dining room chair seats. Dusty light fixtures with old spiderwebs. Rusty dishwasher rack. Outdoor BBQ so filthy and covered in grease it caught on fire while cooking a small steak (which burned and had to be thrown out). Lanai tile floor filthy (especially near the BBQ) and all seating areas dirty and unusable. Ironing board cover flapped around loose and unattached due to stretched out elastic. Slow-draining sink in one bathroom. Refrigerator water filter is expired and fridge service light on (refrigerator runs constantly; coils and air filter undoubtedly clogged). A couple loose and wobbly dining room chair legs. Master bedroom bench legs also loose and wobbly. And on and on. All documented with photos and videos.
Vacasa could have remedied many if not most of these issues while we were there. But all they could manage was “sorry for your inconvenience” corporate b.s. Overall a frustrating and disappointing experience.
Gregory H.
August 2024
Lex and Cheri's condo is absolutely beautiful inside and out and has everything you need for your vacation stay. We stayed there with our daughter and family and loved the closeness of the pool and the ease of getting into the Beach Club (Makaiwa) where there is wonderful snorkeling and swimming and even a restaurant. The Mauna Lani/South Kohala area is exquisite, and you will love exploring the area while staying at this spacious and beautifully decorated condo. An extra bonus is the Supermarket is only a minute or two away. Communication with the owners was quick and easy. Definitely a 5 star stay!
Suzanne
August 2024
Beautiful house ! From the moment we all walked in we felt relaxed, like being at home. The property exactly as described, maybe better. Well stocked with family games and beach needs. We enjoyed the access to the beach club, great for kids and adults to snorkel, also great food.
Easy check in process and very detailed book for guests. There was 6 adults and 2 toddlers, perfect for all of us.
Loved the outdoor shower in the master bedroom !!!
Lisa T.
July 2024
Impressive, relaxing, comfortable, and spacious home. Convenient to
Stacy M.
July 2024
We were traveling with our 3 teenage grandsons and it was wonderful for them to have the downstairs at times and us to be upstairs. They LOVED the workout/gym area and used it every night. Great to have such beautiful bathrooms! Laura Lee was so nice to communicate with at any time. Mahalo! Laurel
laurel m.
July 2024
Everything you need to prepare meals was available as well as some beach equipments.
Jim I.
July 2024
Wow is all I can say!. I have been to many beaches in the Hawaiin Islands and the private beach is the most family friendly beach I have ever been to. The property is located in a quiet gated community. We really liked the feeling of being away from crowds. If you want to experience a slice of Hawaii this is the place to bring your family.
JOHN K.
July 2024
The house is well kept and in a great neighborhood. The access to the beach club is one of the best perks! We would definitely stay here again.
Leighanne t.
July 2024
Perfect spot and accommodations. Couldn’t ask for anything better. Suited our purpose perfectly, in location, distance, shopping, lounging, and so much more…for a family group of 10, adults and teens, it was great! Definitely will be back. Mahalo!
Maurine Y.
July 2024
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was truly luxurious. The owners have spared no expense to ensure guests are comfortable. It felt like staying at the home of a close friend or family member. The pool and spa within the gated community are great and a short walk from the home. We also enjoyed runs and walks to and from the Fairmont and adjacent beach. The beach club/private beach is also incredible, and a short drive from the house. It is a good place to snorkel, wander around the adjacent fish ponds, and watch sunsets. The beach club restaurant is pricey, but the food and service are solid. We walked to the small shopping center adjacent to the gated community multiple times during our stay for groceries, meals (Mexican restaurant and taproom are great), and shopping. We would definitely rent this home again.
Travis L.
July 2024
Beautifully decorated with everything you need. Definitely 5 Star!!!
Nancy M.
July 2024
Beautiful, comfortable home. Easy walk to shopping and hotel. Can’t wait to return!
Kerri M.
July 2024
We booked our stay here for my entire family (consisting of 9 people - 6 adults, 2 teens and 1 toddler). The house had everything we could need for our stay - including all beach gear, a pack and play, high chair, beach wagon. There were so many amenities which made it much easier to travel with a big group of different ages. The house was very clean and well maintained. The owner was very quick to respond to any issues that arose. We love staying on the Big Island and in the Mauna Lani community - especially with having access to the Mauna Lani amenities. We love forward to visiting again in the future!
Anna H.
July 2024
This property was great for our family. The size of the unit, great location, wonderful sunset views every night. Evolve was very responsive with questions and issues as they arised. We've stayed at many of the other locations in the Mauna Lani and this one has been one of my favorites so far. Would stay here again.
Berly P.
July 2024
The home was very nice. Communication with owner excellent. Pool close by as well as coffee shop!
Small negatives - ice maker did not work, upstairs was difficult to cool down and most of the scheduled activities were only in Kona, A bit of a drive.
Phyllis P.
July 2024
The location was very convenient and the grounds of the property were beautiful. The home itself was immaculate and very well appointed.
Sandra R.
July 2024
My daughter & 2 teenage granddaughters stayed here for a week over the 4th of July. Steve & Maryanne were gracious hosts & very quick to respond to all our questions. Such a beautiful, clean & safe condo with plenty of room to spread out. Also, the extras we could use, like the boogie boards, snorkeling masks, beach chairs, a cooler, etc were so awesome. We also found the private beach club set up to be wonderful! We used the beach club multiple days and even into the evenings. On the roundabout coming into the condo village we also enjoyed the grocery store for quick meals, the juice bar for acai bowls, and the coffee shop. About one mile up the coast was the best public beach - Hapuna State Park beach (free), plenty of parking and wonderful for boogie boarding.
Loved our stay!!
Leslie D.
July 2024
This was one of the best vacation we have had. All because our family was able to join us and the owner has equipped this townhome so well, we wanted for nothing. One stop at the market, and we were set. The local contact was readily available to answer any questions. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
July 2024
Fit our party of seven comfortably. Great location,
David B.
July 2024
We had a great time at this well-appointed and clean unit. Location was perfect. Access to private beach was a nice extra! Owners were very reachable if any issues arose. Wil definetly return. Malhalo for everything!
janet b.
July 2024
It is an excellent property in a family-friendly location with the best amenities for a perfect vacation. Everything in the house is clean and useful, and the kitchen is just amazing with all the tools that we need. There are also snorkeling gear, pool noodles, and bikes in the garage for us to use, which is great. My teenage son even learned how to bike when we were there! I highly recommend the Sea to Sky property to anyone who is looking for a great vacation with their family.
Samantha Y.
July 2024
Already left a review, thanks again!
Tarah O.
July 2024
Beautiful spacious home. The kitchen was well-stocked, and the appliances were top of the line. Beds were very comfortable. The garage contained all the items for a perfect day at the beach. The ground level lanai had a very nice outdoor kitchen and eating space. Communication with the owners was prompt and fantastic. Access to the Mauna Lani beach was perfect for my family, a great place to learn how to snorkel. A very clean property in a quiet location. We would 100% stay here again!
Ron T.
June 2024
We were really happy with our stay!!! Great location, very clean property, and it was so well stocked! We would love to come back.
Moriah A.
June 2024
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Group of us stayed here for the Honu Half Ironman. The house is beautiful & was clean upon our arrival. Laura and Ray are great and responsive hosts and unfortunately had to deal with multiple maintenance issues during our stay. The AC unit was not working efficiently upon our arrival and the hosts dropped down the temp virtually. Couple days later the AC unit fully stopped working and a service man had to come the following day during our dinner to fix it. Unfortunately this was a temporary fix as the AC unit broke again a day and a half later. During our 12 day stay we had 4 service calls to our property. We had requested a partial refund for the stay which the hosts denied but offered a discount on future stays. Unfortunately we have no plans on returning to the Island as a group. Laura and Ray were great and responsive throughout the issues but disappointing on their refund stance as we didn't receive the comfort and amenities that we paid for. Lesson learned to all is if you have any issues or troubles with your stay, make VRBO aware right away to start a ticket as doing it directly with the host after the fact won't work.
Taissia G.
June 2024
The townhome was roomy and perfect for all of us. You could walk to the pool and the grocery store! We would stay here again!
Mike
June 2024
What a truly AMAZING home to stay in while visiting the big island. Perfectly situated outside of Kona if you are exploring the island! This home is absolutely stunning with beautiful private bedrooms and bathrooms and all the amenities to make our vacation relaxing and efficient…. It allowed our family to spread out and also join together on the main level to cook and relax in the evenings after our long days on the island. Directly across from the pool and also a beach pass to the most beautiful beach Mauna Lani. The layout and the artwork in this home were pure perfection. Thank you for sharing this home with us to make our vacation complete! ❤️
stacy g.
June 2024
The condo opens up wonderfully to the outdoors for a true tropical vacation. Feel the breeze, listen to the birds - wonderful!
Steve T.
June 2024
the house, located in a gated community was exactly as pictured if not better. A bit away from beach, not within walking distance to any attraction, very quiet neighborhood. Perfect for the vacation where you want to get away from daily hustle. The whole house layout was perfect with kitchen and living room along with master bedroom upstairs. The patio was huge, unfortunately we didn't get to use it (I did try to light up the BBQ and could not make it to work). The only complaint I have is that at check-in I was not able to reach anybody listed as point of contact. I tried to call them because we were having a very hard time opening the garage door. Luckily, we were able to find the house and let us in. It was good that my reason to contact them was not an emergency. I would suggest them be a bit more specific with regards of how to get to the house.
Miranda P.
June 2024
This was our second time staying in this lovely well stocked home. Close to beach, stores and restaurants the location is perfect! The house has everything you need for a fun vacation. The beach chairs, umbrella and boogie boards were great to have for our days at the beach. The pool area and lanai were private and well maintained. The outdoor shower was loved by all! We really felt at home. Thank you for a memorable family vacation!
Scott S.
June 2024
Great property. Ideal for experiencing beaches of Big and and exploring the beautiful island
Paco H.
June 2024
Lovely,clean, very large, comfortable condo,and everything you need is here, including walking distance to the grocery store. Great for 3 couples, highly recommend
Ann M.
June 2024
We had a delightful time on the Big Island in this villa! It was so spacious and well maintained! We loved all of the beach gear: chairs, umbrellas, towels and even awesome goggles (when some of ours started to fail.) We found the “house 3 ring binder” super informative and helpful—used it to pick out beaches and found our all-time favorite beach at Mauna Kea! Loved sharing meals at the huge dining room table and playing our favorite games! Enjoyed the short walk to the best coffee shop, juice place and Island Hopper Tap Room.Thanks for the memories!
Drake B.
June 2024
Our family had a wonderful time staying in your beautiful home! The location was perfect. Hope to stay here again next time we visit the Big Island!
Thank you!
Ryan and Lisa
Lisa D.
June 2024
We really enjoyed this property, the hosts do a great job of having all the amenities you could ever need for your stay include everything you may need to cook at home. Top of the line appliances, bikes and beach equipment were nice but really the private beach has chairs for guests to use if arrive early can use the cabana’s. There is a black sand beach nearby as well, again limited parking arrive early. Snorkeling off both beaches was fabulous enjoyed it as much as at Captain Cook. Communication with the host was amazing she was very quick to get back to us with any questions we had. The location here was great for us and do plan on returning thank you so much.
mark g.
May 2024
We all enjoyed our stay! Great location and beautiful views!
Kathy
May 2024
Had everything we needed for a very enjoyable week.
Mary K.
May 2024
Had a great stay. House was stocked with pretty much everything. Loved being right by the pool!
Chelsie D.
May 2024
The property was very beautiful, clean and quiet. Our family had a great stay. Would love to come back.
DAVID
May 2024
My family really enjoyed our stay at this property. The townhouse had all the amenities of home. The community beach access and pool/gym areas were well maintained. We appreciated that the house had lots of towels and chairs to bring to the beach. Rob, the property manager, was great to work with and very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend this property and would stay here again!
Shawn H.
May 2024
We enjoyed our stay.
karl b.
May 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our fourth time choosing Villages at Mauna Lani & we've had a fabulous time every time!!! Accommodations are awesome & decor is beautiful, location is also great because it's near shopping, grocery store & restaurants.
Tim D.
May 2024
What an absolute gem of a Stay. My wife travelled with friends and family to the Big Island to celebrate our anniversary. Steve and Maryanne provided a wonderful stay. The property was clean, comfortable, and had great amenities. We relaxed poolside, cooked and had dinners out on the patio. I would definitely look to stay here again! Thank you Steve and Maryanne!
Vincent L.
May 2024
We booked for a wedding at the Fairmont Orchid right down the street. It easily accommodated our family and the open space gave us plenty of room. One of the best VRBOs we've ever rented. The property owner was excellent to communicate with for out time. Would stay here again. Many thanks.
Anne J.
April 2024
Everything was as advertised. Great location . Easy drives to private beach , public beach and all the amenities Kona has to offer . We have stayed at numerous properties in this complex and nothing beats this one .
Charles S.
April 2024
Great location, great house. Access to Beach Club with a ton of equipment, quality bikes, etc., to make it effortless - we didn't have to rent or buy anything. One of best vacations our now-adult family has had. Owner responds quickly to all questions.
Steve L.
April 2024
Location is great. House is fully equipped.
Shaida H.
April 2024
We loved our stay over Spring break in this beautiful home! It was perfect for grandparents with our children and grandkids. We loved the private beach club and the pool! So nice to have pool toys and beach chairs, boogie boards and coolers to use. Having the market and Coffee shop just around the corner was super convenient. We would definitely return but need more than 6 days!
Becky S.
April 2024
This unit was beautiful and extremely well stocked, one of the best vacation rentals we have stayed in. Our children loved the toys and crafts that were available for us (sand toys, pool toys, scooters, stickers, game, etc), they were such a hit and made it easier for us. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking, baking, grilling, even kid friendly items. Big bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets made it feel extra special and had plenty of room for our multi-generational family trip. It was a 10 minute walk to the shopping center, 5 minute walk to the pool, and 5 minute drive to the beach club. We would definitely stay here again and appreciate the quick responses from property management. Thank you for a great stay.
Kelsey R.
April 2024