The Surf Suite is our home away from home on Maui. This was our 3rd stay here, this time for 2 weeks. It was immaculate (as usual) and had even more amenities (instant pot!). All the beach gear was there, and 3 large beach towels. Even if you don't plan to go to a beach, it's not a bad idea to put the chairs and a towel in your trunk in case a beach beckons you while you are out! I think the A/C unit is new as well. Previously we have stayed in February and never used the A/C, but this time it was nice to come home and then use it for awhile to cool down the unit. We love the bed! Not sure what kind of mattress it is, but it provides good support for our *older* backs and the 4" mattress topper makes it super comfy.
We had gotten in late (flight delay) and it was nice to have the welcome basket and packages of coffee to tide us over until morning when we would shop. We loved going across the street to the beach, especially at sunset. The Whale Sanctuary information center was closed, but it was a nice walk down the beach past it and back. And of course the turtles still hang out there! We found a new place to visit (actually 2 of their locations)- the Maui Friends of the Library used book stores! One at Pu'unene (past the old sugar mill, look for the "BOOKS" signs to lead you back to it) and one in Lahaina in the outlet mall (new books at this location as well as used). We were able to get books there and then donate them back at the end of our visit. (There is a nice collection of paperback fiction and guidebooks at the condo in the 4 drawer organizer to the right of the TV too). We found some restaurants and shops did not survive all the closures, but the ones we went to all welcomed us and provided great service. A bit of a line most places due to restrictions still in place but we were able get in the times we decided not to cook. We did make good use of the grill out by the pool many nights though! Tracey and Bill have a nice list of cool things to do, as well as Maui emergency info and condo info in a folder in the kitchen. They are also very responsive if you have a question. We feel this is a great unit and location and would definitely recommend it.