Top Area 'D' Vacation Rental Reviews

Absolutely top notch!
From the initial contact to followup, this owner was spectacular. The home far exceeded our expectations for as little as we paid. The kitchen blew us away with all the amenities. Many rentals only include a microwave and hotplate. Not here! Top of the line built-ins, countertop appliances and utensils were all included. You could entertain in this place. We didn't eat out once, saving hundreds.

Living and dining room were tastefully decorated and included a huge flat panel TV in the living room. I didn't even notice the flat screen in the bedroom until we were packing to leave.

Extremely comfortable beds and also tastefully decorated bedroom and bathrooms.

The lanai had complete living and dining sets to enjoy the sunsets. Solar power, washer and dryer, and a very secure feel is what you'll be welcomed with. Minutes from the airport and Kailua Kona Town. We will be back! Mahalo to the owner for the best accommodation we've ever had (and we've been around the world). If you're thinking about this home, look no more. You won't find a better deal.

Unfortunately our plan for our stay at Kona Bali Kai did not happen as there was a flood from the unit upstairs which damaged our reserved unit and couldn’t be repaired by the time we were to arrive . But we will say as to the situation and how it was addressed from the owners standpoint that it was professional and they let us know and gave us a notice so we could find other options. Unfortunately my wife then became ill which made it impossible to travel . Bummer since it was our long planned 50th Anniversary that we so looked forward to . But life happens (John Lennon) and we still are thankful We have each other to share our memories on the mainland . Yes based on our booking experience with Owner Direct and the condo owners of the unit we were booked at I would recommend them both.

We enjoyed everything about our stay in this condo. It is in a perfect location. Very easy walk to the restaurants and shops of Ali'i Drive. Very affordable, very clean and very comfortable. It is well appointed with a Hawaiian style. Kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Close, easy parking right outside your door. Loved sitting out on the deck watching the surfers, looking for whales and watching some incredible sunsets. This will be our choice for our future vacations in Kona.

Great house for a family. Bill was an excellent host, answered emails and questions promptly and was available whenever needed.

The pictures of this home are excellent and convey the home beautifully. The feeling you have when you walk in the door and realize that everything is exactly as pictured, and the sense of home that you have immediately, is what is longed for in a holiday.

We stayed in this wonderful home in early May and fell into the warm aloha at once. The rental process was excellent, the owner a pleasure to deal with. The directions supplied made the house an easy and stress free drive from the airport. The attention to detail is evident, from the home, to the pool, to the landscaping, to the very detailed introductory booklet covering all aspects of your stay in the home and the area.

We toured the island, which was amazing. We enjoyed the surrounding beaches, shopping, cafes, etc, which was wonderful. We came home each night to our own personal very private oasis, which was spectacular. We played games in the great room, looking out over the pool and the city below. We swam under the stars to the sound of the waterfall, with the volcano feature casting a mesmerizing glow. We lazed on pool floats provided, under the warm Hawaiian sun. We sat quietly and reconnected, away from the distractions of the busy world. We embraced all that the house has to offer, physically and mentally. It was shear perfection.

I would, without hesitation, recommend this home for family, friends, or couples stays.

Accommodations for perfect for our vacation! Complex was quiet and well maintained!

Beautiful view within walking distance to restaurants beaches and shopping. Property is well maintained, but some evidence of wear from the salt water.

What a sweet studio.We could see and hear the ocean. It was very quiet and private. It's on the upper floor of two floors and at the south end of a quite large complex. The gardens are lovely in the center area and the cooing of the zebra doves was wonderful. The owner was very available and welcoming if we had any questions. The south larger pool was quite cool, though refreshing after getting in. The north pool is the quiet pool and I appreciate having that option.
Only thing we missed was having a sandy beach in walking distance. We had a wonderful relaxing stay.

Our family of 4 adults stayed here and had a very enjoyable stay. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked. The view from the front porch was as in the picture on the site. It was quiet in the community and this was a good location for exploring the island and so close to Kona- Kailua. We would stay here again.

Great location, easy booking, no problems getting in or checking out. But, the reason I picked this property was the pool and BBQ, neither of which were usable. Pool was green and the BBQ rusty. Outside deck really needs a power wash or you need to keep your shoes on.