While this unit was a great experience overall, I have to begin my review by complementing the owner on her incredible level of customer service. She is welcoming and gracious, and speedily replied to any questions that I had. Even the resort management were prompt and courteous in their response to a request that I had.

The unit itself was very large - large enough to accommodate two couples with a child apiece. Also, it does come with a single car enclosed garage, so parking is not an issue. The soaring ceilings and comfy furniture (good stuff, not your typical cheap hotel furniture) are perfect for coaxing you into laying around and relaxing rather than heading out for activities. The whole place - from the appliances to the decor - just exudes a feeling of luxury and class that you rarely get in the typical vacation rental. I've definitely paid a lot more for a lot less. The outdoor grill and patio are so great for cooking, dining and post-meal lounging that we ended up just sticking around there for most meals rather than eating out.

The resort grounds are very well maintained, and the pool area included a large kiddie pool that was only about 1 foot deep - perfect for our little ones. After experiencing the nonstop crushing crowds everywhere you go on Oahu, it was surprising how quiet and uncrowded this place was - even on a spring break week. If pools and jacuzzis aren't your thing, a few minutes drive gets you to the Mauna Lani beach club. There are lots of cabanas and lounge chairs to use, but get there early as the cabanas were full by 9am and the chairs by 10am. The condo also comes with plenty of beach chairs, so you can always bring those and skip the cabana hunt. The snorkeling was superb, and there are many beautiful paths meandering along the waterfront. Up and to the left were a few benches along the golf course for whale watching, while to the right were fishponds and several spots with lounge chairs tucked under palm trees. I highly recommend grabbing a book and a drink and hunting down one of these spots.

Lastly, the golf course. We played Mauna Lani South, and it was a good as advertised. The course is in great shape, and the views are stunning enough to help you forget all the balls you left in the lava rocks.

I highly recommend this place, and we will be coming back!