Guest Comments for Vista Waikoloa Unit A102
Dec 2014
Diane and Ken
Sincerest thanks, we had such a fabulous vacation in Hawaii. Your condo was the perfect home base for many trips and activities. We really enjoyed the lanai for eating, playing games and happy hour.
Sincerely, Kathy, Conner, Jonah and Makenna
PS: The kids say thanks for the use of the boogie boards!! They had a blast at Mauna Kea and Hapuna.
Dec 2014
Enjoyed our time in Waikoloa so much. Hard to go home to the cold. Did not do a lot of tourist activities as we have been here many times but we did appreciate this well equipped condo.
Very relaxing. Thx so much.
Steve & Kathy
Powell River
Nov 2014
Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 weeks. Very well equipped kitchen. Lots of everything. Enjoyed the beaches close by.
Mahalo Ruth and Ian
North Vancouver
Oct 2014
Diane & Ken
Thank you so much for the use of your condo, it’s so beautiful and relaxing. We have had a wonderful time adventuring throughout the Big Island. We look forward in coming back again next year.
Rob & Kathy
Mission
Aug 2014
Ken & Diane
Thank you for sharing your Hawaiian home with us – it was the perfect launching point for our island adventures. We especially enjoyed the nearby beaches! Wish we had discovered Beach 69 a bit sooner as we are all very fair skinned and prone to sunburn. We hope to return one day in the future.
Jane & Dave
Victoria
April 2014
Diane & Ken
Thank you so much for the use of your lovely condo. We really loved it. We spent our days on a lot of day trips and really loved the Waipio Valley. The 4x4 tour was great. We look forward to returning again.
Thanks again.
Rob & Shelley
Lions Bay
Feb 2014
Hi Ken & Diane
This sure did not happen as we had planned, but Sew and I are so grateful that you allowed us to stay in your fabulous condo. Again golf wasn’t as we had hoped buy your Vista group here were a pleasure to meet. And golf with. A102 is an absolutely wonderful “other” home and you both have added your touches and there was every single utensil, pot, dishes one could ever need.
Jen & Stew
West Vancouver
Dec 2013
Dear Ken & Diane
Our time at Vista Waikoloa was once again most pleasurable and made especially enjoyable with the rental of your lovely condo. You have thought of everything and the space and 3rd bathroom made the condo perfect for the four of us. We appreciate how quickly you looked after the broken garburator and how you answered the questions we asked. We will certainly recommend your condo to family and personal friends.
Mahalo Viv, Joanne, Lyn & Lorraine
Quesnel
Dec 2013
Thank you so much. Your place is beautiful set in absolute paradise. Alexis
Thanks for sharing your home with us. It made our stay so very special.
Murray & Adrian
North Vancouver
Nov 2013
Ken & Diane
We’ve vacationed in many places around the world and our stay in your beautiful condo will be fondly remembered. We enjoyed our travels up, down and across the Island, the beaches restaurants, the people we met and we hope to return one day. Many, many Thank you’s!!!
Merci, Gratzi, Arigato, Gratias, Abrigado & Mahalo
Alex and Arlene
Surrey BC
June 2013
Diane and Ken
A million thanks for letting Grand and I stay at your beautiful Hawaiian home for our honeymoon. We have had the best time here and didn’t take long for us to feel at home. Your place is absolutely amazing – so comfortable and really love all the cute Hawaiian touches. You have done such a great job – it’s a Hawaiian paradise inside and out.
Thanks again so much!
Lindsay & Grant
West Vancouver
April 2013
Diane & Ken
Thank you so much for the lovely accommodation here on the Big Island. This was Matt & my first trip here & we would love to return at some point. The renos you have done are beautiful & the condo is so well equipped. We felt very comfortable here and tried to see as many of sights as we could this time round. The weather & beautiful seas are enough to make me want to move. I’m sure we will try to rent from you again.
Mahalo
Meg & Matt
Victoria BC
April 2013
Dear Diane & Ken
An amazing location and a lovely condo. Thank you so much for providing us an opportunity to stay for a terrific 10 days. It has turned out to be one of the best family holidays we can remember. Our son Matt and his fiancée Megahan also had a super time. We explored the Island from North Kohala and east and south through Puna to Volcano Park. We found the Wed. markets in Waimea and drove the Saddle Back Rd. Matt & Meghan snorkelled at Cook’s monument & we enjoyed a hamburger at Annie’s. And tonight we are off to the Observatory for a night sky display. Walking and swimming filled the rest of our time. Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality and for sharing this part of the world with us. We will try to return next year. Mahalo!
Cairine & Fred
Victoria, BC
January, 2013
Thank you fro allowing us to share your beautiful island home. We did enjoy 1 game of golf with our grandson up at Big Island Country. Enjoy your 3 months in such a lovely setting.
Best Wishes for 2013
Marion & Bill
North Vancouver
December, 2012
Dear Diane & Ken. Thank you for allowing us to share your beautiful island home. We did enjoy 1 game of golf with our grandson up at the Big Island Country Club. Enjoy your winter in such a lovely setting. Best wishes for 2013.
Marion & Bill, North Vancouver.
October, 2012
This is our third time visiting your condo. I feel like someone dropped me in the middle of heaven. We enjoyed the golf, Hawi, the market in the pouring rain in Hilo. Our big treat was dinner outside by the ocean the Hilton. It was perfect but so expensive!!! The rest of the nights we barbequed. Hope to visit again. Thank you for making us feel so welcome.
Gillian, John, Deirdre & Jim, North Vancouver
August, 2012
Wow! Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise! Your "home away from home" is beautiful. We had a wonderful time and were busy all the time. Breakfast & dinner on the lanai, sunset strolls, volcano watching, turtle sightings and the highlight...snorkelling with the manta rays. (Highly recommended) The beaches were gorgeous and the sun was hot. A perfect holiday! My only complaint...why did the week pass so quickly? Thank you again. This slice of paradise was definitely a memory maker! From our family to yours, Mahalo.
Bob, Deanne & Taylor
August, 2012
Dear Diane & Ken. We feel as lucky to have had the opportunity to stay in your wonderful condo! Your attention to details shows and makes a vacation here extra special! Your beach supplies, amazing kitchen, ceiling fans, decorating talent and outside lanais just kept adding to our vacation pleasures! My son Erik, loved the green geckos and the tidal pools a block away. The pool was all ours several times! We loved catching the stars at night in the hot tub! Accommodating us after a double booking meant the world to us. We sincerely thank you for your trust, patience (with the door code :) ) and "aloha" spirit that shown in your place! Mahalo!
Paul, Lynn & Erik, Newton, PA.
July/August, 2012
Thank you so much for allowing us to stay here! It is such a beautiful, wonderful condo. From the beaches to the sunsets and finally the night stars, it feels like the most unique tropical paradise. Everything is perfect and stunning, including the constantly warm breeze: just brilliant! Mahalo.
The Chapmans
April, 2012
What a gift to be able to visit with you and play with you at your Waikoloa condo. This is our second visit here and we can't wait to come back again. I love my early morning runs through Waikoloa and the beaches to the Hilton. Reading, swimming, cards, dinners, snorkeling, boogie boarding - Wow. Thank you.
Jenny, Jacques & family, Comox
April, 2012
Dear Diane and Ken. Thank you so much for sharing your home away from home with us. We had an amazing time exploring Kona, Waikoloa and the Pololu Valley. Our favourite spot is the beach at Puako. The kids never wanted to leave! Our week went by way too quickly so hopefully we can visit again soon. Your condo is gorgeous! We couldn't have asked for anything better. Aloha!
Leah, William, Julian, Nicholas, Senna and Emerson
March, 2012
Ken & Diane. We had a great time staying in your condo, it is not only beautiful but very well equipped. The location is great. Lots of nice walks close by. You really have a lovely spot. I will miss waking up with the birds and morning coffee on the lanai. We had a great time at the Waipio Valley and I loved 69 Beach. Walking the grounds a the Hilton is a must. So many beautiful birds and watching the dolphins swim are just a few of my favourites. You truly have a beautiful place here. Thank you for sharing it with us and making memories to last a life time.
Poppy & family, Penticton
December, 2011
Thanks so much Diane & Ken. We had a great time, loved the condo, you have a beautiful home on the Island. We will be back real soon.
Jean & Don, Calgary
November, 2011
You have a lovely spot here in paradise. Enjoyed staying in your condo - your well equipped kitchen was a pleasure and yielded some great dinners on the lanai. Enjoyed meeting your friends and playing in a Vista golf tournament at Waikoloa Kings course. Mahalo and Thanks.
Dave & Linda, Naramata
November, 2011
Dear owners, Diane & Ken. Right away, we felt comfortable even tho' arriving late and in the dark. As the days rolled by and we soon acclimated to 19' N. Latitude, we soon realized why you chose this location and this particular condo unit on the ground floor. The bird song was fascination and each morning, glorious to be awakened to, soon followed by delicious coffee in bed after each night's dreamy sleep in the best luxuriant bed and bedroom ever! We both felt totally safe here and welcomed by every local Hawaiian we met. Although the tourists (including ourselves) are obvious everywhere we go, a most comfortable blend of people from all over the world is very present here with no hint whatsoever of any form of discrimination or prejudice. It's truly wonderful to experience the planet unfolding as it should, here in Hawaii. I can only reason that the true spirit of "Aloha" which is felt all around us here, is the reason. What an example for the rest of the world to follow.......Mahalo.
Val & Ben, McCall, Idaho
October, 2011
Thanks again for a lovely visit. We tried many new activities - golf - touring the valley, travelling Saddle road. Your home is beautiful and we had many a lovely dinner watching the sunset.
John, Gillian, Jim & Deirdre, North Vancouver
July, 2011
What a beautiful place you have - we loved your deck, sitting every morning and evening and watching the sun go down. Tina and I relaxed so much here and it was exactly what we needed! Thanks again.
Sally & Tina, Comox
April, 2011
So glad we called you and found out your condo was available. Enjoyed the pupus with you before you left for home. We have had a great week here exploring and enjoying the sunshine. Very relaxing!! Your condo feels like home away from home. Mahalo.
Bob & Cathie, South Surrey
April, 2011
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful relaxing oasis with us!! We had an amazing time. Kona by far beats out Maui... We are already planning a return vacation, hopefully with the whole family! We almost didn't want to leave! This was the perfect get- away before the baby arrives! Mahalo.
Tamarah & Lucas, Richmond
February, 2011
Thank you for a great week - we loved all the beaches, Sunset Monday, Golf tourney Tuesday, Lava Java & snorkeling Wednesday, Beach 69 Thursday, Marriott dinner, Kona GC Ocean Course Saturday, Wine tasting and roast beef dinner party to end it all with a BANG!!
You are both super hosts.
Bill & Kathy, West Vancouver
Christmas & New Years 2010
Mahalo Diane and Ken. We have fallen in love with this magical place and having a beautiful home to stay in was an amazing bonus. We will be back to the Big Island.... Thank you for everything.....
Lauren & Dave & Alexandria & Austin, Victoria
December 2010
Diane and Ken. Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to let us experience Kona for the first time! Your place was the perfect place to come back to after a full day at the beach or sightseeing. Everything is well laid out and very comfortable. We especially enjoyed having our breakfasts on the patio. There was so much to discover in our short stay, even though we put in a good dent. Hopefully we'll get to make it back in the future to finish. Thanks again!!
Cynthia & Dave, Vancouver & Prince George
November/December 2010
Ken and Diane. Like the rest of your guests we both had a great time. You have a wonderful condo!! Thoroughly enjoyed the people we met here. Everyone is very welcoming and friendly! I especially loved to walk to the Hilton and 'pat' my friend "Butterscotch", the cockatoo. By the end of our stay, he knew me and promptly came down his perch for a scratch. Loved it!! Thanks to you both.
Sue & Marion, North Vancouver
October 2010
Dear Ken and Diane. Thanks so much for letting us stay at your lovely condo. We had a great time! Thoroughly enjoyed Puako beach despite the "shark scare" on that day!! (The helicopter beach patrol are very diligent if a shark is spotted far out they will take precautions and clear the waters to be safe)
Al & Lynda, White Rock
September/October 2010
We have had a wonderful time. Your condo was perfect. Everyday we ate breakfast and dinner on the deck and watched the sunsets. Deidre and I swam in the pool everyday and walked up to the Queens Market for coffee. Each day we had an outing. *Kailua-Kona to the outdoor market, the old church and drinks on the beach *Captain Cook - take the Kealakekua Road to the waterfront and see Painted Church on the way up *As you recommended, Hapuna Beach was wonderful but we really liked Beach 69 and went back twice for a picnic lunch *Drove up to Hawi - loved the shops and took 250 down to see the inside of the island *Waikoloa (Villiage) had the best groceries - wish we had found that before we spent money at the Queen's Market *We found the best buys were the Hawaiian shirts and golf shirts at Costco.
John & Gillian & Jim & Deirde, North Vancouver
August/September 2010
An extra piece of paradise! Mahalo! Our Lotus Masters team has had a wonderful time this trip. Your place gave our stay a great touch. We find it always .....
We hope to return for future races. Thank you for sharing this secret with us.
Paddles up! Nuala, Sue & friends, Port Moody
August 2010
Mahalo Ken & Diane. Thanks for allowing our family to stay at your beautiful condo. We had an amazing time her and will be back.
Thanks, Sam and Kathy, Calgary
April/May 2010
Mahalo Diane and Ken for the privilege of staying in your well equipped and beautifully decorated Hawaiian style condo! Diane, we were thankful we met you at the Waikoloa Beach last year and you were so trustworthy of us. I was born in Oahu and love visiting the different islands. Last year we stayed at the Marriott Hotel and wanted to return to the Big Island. It would now be difficult to stay in a hotel after staying in your lovely condo! Our stay was very relaxing and enjoyable. We would love to stay in your condo again!
Aloha, Jackie & Rich, California
April 2010
The condo is very comfortable and very well equipped. We enjoyed sitting on the lanai in the late afternoon and enjoyed the sunset. We enjoyed "A" Bay and Hapuna Beach.
Cathy & Gord, Courtenay
March 2010
Diane and Ken. We had an amazing stay. Your condo is so comfortable and homey. All the little touches you have added has truly added to the enjoyment of our vacation. Thanks for letting us stay in your wonderful Hawaiian home!
Pat & Connie, Vancouver
February 2010
Dear Diane and Ken. Probably the best two weeks we've spent on the Big Island ever; a new moon proceeding to full, warm balmy days, fine visits with new Vista friends; all of it supported and infused with the spirit and comfort of your lovely home. We can't thank you enough.
We're feeling a little sad leaving all of this for the year. The bright spot is the prospect of returning in 2011 and getting to know you both. You have been wonderful owners. Susan & Tim, Seattle
January 2009
We had a fantastic time here. This is our first trip to Kona. We loved the beaches and snorkeling here. Our favourite spot to snorkel is Kahalu'u beach and our favourite spot for waves is Mauna Kea Beach. All the history here makes it an interesting place to be. We need to come back to see more of the island. Thanks Diane and Ken. Your condo is not only beautiful but really comfortable and well equipped. We enjoyed being able to walk to the shops and hotels at night. A-Bay was also a great beach. The only way our trip could have been better would be if you both were here with us.
Elizabeth & Greg , North Vancouver
October/November 2008
We really enjoyed this unit and hope to stay here again in the future. We hope everyone who stays here has the same feelings we did. There is so much to see and do here at Waikoloa, so get out and enjoy your time here. The owners are wonderful, fun-loving people and I hope you'll all get a chance to hang out with them...,Hang loose and have a great time.
Bruce & Kimmy K., Seattle Mahalo