My family just finished a month long stay at Katie and Ferdie’s home. The time flew by quickly, but we loved every moment of it.
I travelled with my husband, two elementary-aged kids, and two sets of grandparents. Katie was in constant contact before our arrival and welcomed us in true Hawaiian fashion. There were fresh and local goodies that awaited us. You could tell Katie put careful thought into how she welcomed her guests.
The house layout was perfect for everyone to have their own space and gather for family time. The kitchen and its island allowed for easy meal prep and the open concept allowed for dining together. Each bedroom had a desk for working which was perfect for my husband and we even printed from their provided printer. We also thoroughly enjoyed the lanai where we watched many sunsets over Waikiki and shared meals on the outdoor furniture. One of my favorite things to do in the home!
The kids had a blast in the playhouse outside and with the other provided outdoor toys. Katie made sure to have age appropriate toys and activities in the home for my two boys, which were helpful when we were not going out. In addition, the bathrooms were well-stocked with kid toiletries and adult toiletries.
The location of this home could not be beat. You had your pick of at least three major Honolulu streets that would take you somewhere fun in 15 minutes or less. Waikiki was easy to get to as well as jumping onto the freeway to travel to other parts of the island. My dad even hiked up the hill to the state park above with ridge trails. The scenic location of the home and ease of access made this a wonderful spot for us to stay. Also, the van that came with that home was super convenient for us to use and carried all passengers safely and comfortably. The home and garage was stocked with all the things you would require for a day at the beach as well (umbrella, floaties, lifejackets, boogie boards, snorkels, goggles, sand mats, and more).
Katie checked in with us frequently and was always ready to help when we needed it. She was extremely responsive and took care of any matters as fast as she could. The home was so well equipped with everything you could think of or need for your stay. Thank you to Katie and Ferdie for their Hawaiian hospitality! They made our stay memorable and we would definitely stay again!