Jay P.
Nov 17, 2024
The property was a well appointed unit part of a complex with well manicured gardens and in a great location. The hosts provided a myriad helpful hints and tips before arriving. The balcony was a perfect place to enjoy breakfast in the morning and the sights and sounds of the ocean.
Shannon M.
Oct 01, 2024
Very cozy and comfortable condo! Nicely decorated, comfy bed, super clean and a wonderful, peaceful deck for morning coffee! The fresh water pool was perfect for sunning and swimming and watching the sun set from the salt water pool was magical.
Mika G.
Sep 14, 2024
The kitchen was well stocked, bed was comfy and the email list of "to do" was well thought out. Of note, the hyperlink to the property in the email does NOT take you to the correct location and the early AM wake up welcome call we could have done without. The grills were very well cleaned, everyone around us was very nice and helpful. The saltwater pool was closed for our entire stay so that was a bit disappointing but of course not the owners fault. Overall we would definitely consider a repeat visit!
Mar 10, 2024
The condo was just right for two people. I was a little concerned that the instructions stated only two towels per guest. I did contact the host and she did reply that a beach towel and bath towel were the two towels but the cleaning person would not be upset if we used a couple more. It was lovely sitting on the balcony in the morning to enjoy breakfast and the salt water pool area was so peaceful. It would have been nice if some coffee and filters were available at least for day one. Hopefully the coffee and filters we left will be enjoyed by the next guest. The location is perfect. Within walking distance to a lot of coffee shops, restaurants and beaches. There is a laundry facility on site but no way to purchase laundry detergent. My suggestion would be if the host could leave one or two laundry pods so guests could at least do one load of laundry, just as a courtesy. The last VRBO we stayed at did provide this and it made it so much more convenient. My only complaint, which is not really a complaint, is that the check out instructions stated we needed to vacuum up sand. There is a cleaning fee charged so I'm not sure why we need to vacuum before leaving. I guess if you are not a polite guest and shake off all of your sand prior to entering a home, you would drag in a lot of sand. We only cooked breakfast and the one big frying pan had a loose handle so that made things a little tricky. Overall, the condo was very comfortable and location excellent.
Maureen O.
Dec 06, 2023
Had the very best time at this beautifulll condo on an amazing part of the ocean right near town !! 10/10
Maureen O.
Nov 23, 2023
Had the very best time at this beautifulll condo on an amazing part of the ocean right near town !! 10/10
Gina G.
Nov 21, 2023
Fantastic property! We personally had the chance to meet the owners & felt like we had known them for years. Condo felt like we were at home. Perfect place to relax, unwind and watch the waves from pool & small private beach! We will definitely return and stay at this beautiful, cozy home in Hawaii paradise!! So close to town but not in the heart of Kona which is exactly what we were looking for! Thank you Gail & Phil.
Gina G.
Nov 13, 2023
Fantastic property! We personally had the chance to meet the owners & felt like we had known them for years. Condo felt like we were at home. Perfect place to relax, unwind and watch the waves from pool & small private beach! We will definitely return and stay at this beautiful, cozy home in Hawaii paradise!! So close to town but not in the heart of Kona which is exactly what we were looking for! Thank you Gail & Phil.
Mark W.
Mar 18, 2023
I'm giving this property an overall rating of 1 star based on their filing an insurance claim after we left for damage which did not occur--at all.
Otherwise, I probably would have given them 3 stars. The condo was ok. A little dated, could have used a deep cleaning (most things sticky to the touch), a little under supplied, but generally ok. We had a few minor issues, (broken sun shade, couldn't figure out how to make TV work, cord came off the fan when we tried to turn it on, etc.) but the owner replied quickly and cheerfully and had them fixed by her son in law when we mentioned them. I wouldn't have even bothered to leave this review, except that after we got home, we were shocked to learn that the owner had filed a $1,300 insurance damage claim, alleging that we'd broken all these items and done other damage as well, including a "cigarette burn" (we don't smoke). All of this is completely untrue--it simply did not happen. We are responsible renters in our 60's and we don't run around breaking things (we've never before received a rating from an owner under 5 stars). I am at a loss to explain the owner's conduct in filing this insurance claim after acknowledging the problems and having them fixed--we've never had an experience like this in our lives. Suffice it to say that we, at least, will never stay in a condo owned by this owner again.
Bob T.
Feb 01, 2023
Great location, very quiet, love the grounds
Bob T.
Feb 01, 2023
Great location, very quiet, love the grounds
John M.
Jan 21, 2023
We stayed at Gail's condo for a long weekend. Her communication was great. The only hiccup was my fault as I had missed an email she sent. The unit was very clean however there could be a bit of updating here or there. We realy like the larger lanai, we have found small lanais in other locations that were.nt comfortable. The kitchen was very well stocked with spices, condiments etc. It appears that the leave the items the guests may leave behind which made cooking easier than anywhere else we have stayed in Kono.
Bill & Karen C.
Dec 12, 2022
Too bad it was only 10 days! We were comfortable, into a great easy-going routine, and enjoying our stay, when suddenly, it was time to go home. :( Comfortable bed, easy to work in kitchen, and good view from the lanai. Gail was quick to answer questions we had, and her list of fun things to do was very informative. We would be happy to return to Gail's little piece of paradise!
Mary D.
Oct 17, 2022
Our place was perfect in every way. Gail and Phil thought of everything. Our favorite was the salt water pool swims early in the am. Everyone was so friendly and we enjoyed the sunset with the conch blowing . We would definitely come back here. Mahola Gail and Phil
Mary D.
Oct 17, 2022
Our place was perfect in every way. Gail and Phil thought of everything. Our favorite was the salt water pool swims early in the am. Everyone was so friendly and we enjoyed the sunset with the conch blowing . We would definitely come back here. Mahola Gail and Phil