This condo was perfect! We and our 12-year old son found the place to be just right for the three of us. The location (especially a beach next door and ocean at our doorstep) were amazing. The drive into downtown Kona was short and casual, and getting to the highway from Ali'i wasn't difficult. Rick has made sure there are beach chairs, coolers, an umbrella, boogie boards, and plenty of snorkel equipment for those beach days. The kitchen was well-stocked, including some things we forgot at the local Sack-N-Save/Safeway, which was a relief. We paid it forward by leaving a few things for the next guests.
The sliding glass doors are massive and, when opened, literally bring the ocean vibe right into the place. We slept a couple evenings with them open which was nice, but a few times we were jolted awake by some extra loud crashers . . . the water is THAT CLOSE. We wouldn't have given up that view for anything, though.
Parking was easy and perfect, and the unit being on the ground floor made coming and going a breeze. An added bonus was being able to pack up one of the coolers, the beach chairs and umbrella and next door to the beach without having to snipe a parking spot on the road, etc.
Rick has been very communicative and prompt with information throughout the entire experience, and we will not hesitate to check-in with him first on our next trip to Kona!