I was reluctant to right a great review for this apartment because, I thought, I may not be able to book it again due to its popularity. But that wouldn't be fair.
There's no such thing as perfect but this apartment is darn close to it. Here's why:
- Kaye is great host and goes out of her way to please the guests. She was in touch with us throughout our stay to make sure we have everything we need. Response to issues is what separates great hosts, such as Kaye, from good ones. There was a minor hiccup with malfunctioning coffee grinder. Kaye was very apologetic and we had a replacement within an hour
- appearance of the apartment matches the description and then some. Owner didn't cut any corners and everything made to please: from amenities, tiled floors throughout, huge luxury shower to balcony with ocean view and personal sunset. Do read the list of items you don't need to bring with you. It's long
- location is very convenient: 20 minutes from airport, 10 minutes from shopping village, 15 minutes from costco and local supermarket with fresh Hawaiian fish and fruits, 5 minutes from sandy beach, 1 minute from the pool/ jacuzzi, 30 seconds from the ocean
- there are various beaches and parks near by (3 to 20 minutes drive). 2-Step beach (famous for snorkelling) is 35-40 minutes drive although I found that snorkelling right next to the apartment is just as great. It's a bit treaky getting in and out of the water because beach is rocky here but so is 2-Step. I've seen more than a few people having trouble getting back on shore there. Interestingly, snorkelling boats bring people to dive off shore right by the apartment
- be on the look out for the dolphins. We saw them a few times right from balcony
- lastly, perfect sunset spot less the crowds
It's very easy to fall in love with this apartment and very hard not to come back.