close to everything, nothing special
Review Submitted: June 9, 2009
Date of Stay: May 2009
This condo complex is conveniently located across the street from the beach, calm water in the morning, windy and big waves in the afternoon. You're in great company with many tourists and the Hawaii sunshine! If you're not familiar with Maui, you may want to know this unit, like many in Kihei, is located on a strip mall of condos and stores, so it's great for walking down the hill and across the street to the beach as a home base. You might make an extra trip if you're hauling beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, boogie boards, etc...
This was my first trip to Maui, so I'm not sure how this condo compares with the many other accommodations there. The unit itself is sweet and small- kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room. The kitchen is well stocked with dishware and glasses. The bed was uncomfortable and the bedroom had no air conditioner and was very hot. We moved into the living room and slept on the futon, which was better than the bed and not ideal. The air conditioner is in the living room, located at floor level and is blocked by the entertainment center. There are ceiling fans in the bedroom and living room.
The property was mostly clean when we arrived- some sand on the futon couch, and when we opened it for sleeping, found a dirty floor that had been covered up by the couch.
The view from the lanai was of another condominium complex and accompanying parking lot. It is not easy to comfortably access the sea view in the advertisement.
I had paid for 12 nights, and unfortunately, due to a terrible emergency, had to leave Maui after only 4 nights. I had hoped for a partial refund and the owner made me an unspecified offer for a deal if/when I return.
Everything about this condo was adequate. There was nothing special about it.
There's a nice health food store nearby. Two books we recommend: Snorkel Bob's Reality Guide to Hawaii, and Maui Revealed. We brought our own boogie boards and went to the beach and it was FUN! Wished we could have stayed and found better boogie board beaches!!
Owner's Response: This condo is in a fantastic location with immediate beach access. Shopping a restaurants are right next door. The guest admits to being a first timer to Maui, and of course did not know what to expect. She stayed in a wonderful, fully equipped condo, with air conditioning, 3 fans in the bedroom, and also fans in living room. The condo is extremely well maintained by professionals, and the grounds withing the complex are gorgeous. There are 2 swimming pools, a tennis court and outstanding grilling facilities.
Her unfortunate departure was not expected, and I assured her that she would be well looked after if she were to want to return at any time. I tried to please her, and hope she will return.
Her comment about being "nothing special" unfortunately is not a fair one, as everything is special. The condo has beautiful bamboo hardwood flooring, updated appliances and a wonder feeling to it. Obviously she needs to stay at other condos, and pay a lot more money to appreciate what she was offered. You cannot find a top floor unit with this type of convenience at this price.
Thank you and Aloha everyone.
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