The experience started before we even arrived. We got a welcome email from Hutt with a list of recommendations a few weeks before we arrived. This made planning our vacation very easy.
We got a welcome text from Hutt when we landed in Maui and when we arrived at Hutt’s there was a lot to take in. The beautiful view, great neighborhood, close proximity to the beach, and we hadn’t even got out of the car yet.
We were greeted by Hutt and he gave us a quick tour and walkthrough of the rental. You can immediately tell that no detail was overlooked when preparing this rental. Plenty of dishes, flatware, towels, etc. Beach chairs, umbrella, ice chest, binoculars, blender, coffee maker, wine bottle opener, iron, ironing board, hair dryer, makeup mirror, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, mouth wash, first aid kit, local snacks and drinks, pot, pans, full set of cooking utensils (things I don’t have in my home kitchen) laundry detergent, extra pillows, luggage stands, and the list keeps going. The view from the lanai (patio/deck/balcony) is breathtaking. The space is immaculate, private and extremely comfortable.
Hutt lives on the property in a separate structure. We never saw him after the tour and until we left but I found it comforting in case we needed anything, which I cannot imagine, but the peace of mind was there.
I’d feel it to be a injustice to not mentioned some of the other ways Hutt made our trip a success. We planned a rough itinerary based on our research and the list Hutt provided before arrival. The restaurants recommended had some of the best food I’ve ever ate. Some restaurants book out weeks or even months in advance but there are some tricks Hutt shared that got us into some of the hottest spots on the island. We took one of Hutt’s excursion recommendation to bike down Haleakala and he then provided us with some great places to stop along the way. The Road to Hana was a highlight of the trip. Hurt provided suggestions of places to stop along the way and recommended we drive the back road around Haleakala when returning. If you research The Road to Hana, everything you read will say to not take this route and to come back the way you came. We trusted Hutt’s recommendation and got to take in some of the most beautiful scenery and the most gorgeous sunset either of us had ever seen, all while avoiding the tourist traffic. The beach recommendations provided where great regardless of what type of beach you’re looking for; sea turtles, local beaches, family swimming, surfers, black sand, etc.
I cannot say enough great things regarding our stay at Hutt’s. What an amazing host that prides himself in his rental and hospitality. The pictures for the listening are amazing and don’t do it justice. I’ve stayed in probably over 100 rentals and Hutt has brought the experience to another level.