| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 11 positive, 0 negative]
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| 07/29/09 |
Positive
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5/22/09-6/11/09
We loved our stay at Beth and Davids cottage. Wonderful pool, beautiful yard with fruit trees. They are wonderful hosts. Furnished Kyak,snorking gear,bikes, yard games for their beautiful large grass yard. Only a few minutes away from Puu'hanaua O Honoaunau,(city of Refuge) and the kyaking and snorking with the dolphins at Kealakekua,bay.
If you want an old Hawaii private place to stay for two, or rent the other apartment for two also you won't find a better place near Kona. We have been visiting Hawaii every two years for 20 years and this is the best place yet. Shirlee & Bill Morgan
Harrison,Ohio U.S.A. |
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Shirlee & Bill Morgan, Harrison,Ohio
513-367-9671 |
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| 07/01/09 |
Positive
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| LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Wow, this place is truly Hawaii in every sense of the word. Off the beaten path yet close to EVERYTHING! Beth & Dave the owner were awesome...very helpful & knowledgeable about the island, a real plus! This place is a real hidden gem. Thanks, it was our best vacation ever! The Blake's |
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Kelly & Mike Blake, Larkspur, Colorado
719-488-5903 |
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| 06/20/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Three Weeks in Paradise.
What a beautiful place! Beth and Dave are great hosts:
Available for helpful local advice, and always friendly and relaxed.
They made us feel (better than) at home.
We had a wonderful time here-stayed three weeks and would have loved to have made it longer.
Their place is charming, excellently located (we could easily get to any point on the island and back within a day) and is a real bargain. A+
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Ted & Gretchen
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| 05/25/09 |
Positive
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| Thank you Beth and Dave for providing us with such a lovely home away from home. The property is beautiful and the hideaway very private and well appointed. Beth's lovely touches with fresh flowers,fresh fruit from their property every morning and the great decor with a fully functional kitchen really made us feel at home. Dave was so helpful with local knowledge and helping us set up the kayak on the car so we could go snorkeling in one of the most amazing places which is right down the hill from the hideaway! We used the bikes as well. They have thought of everything you would need including an incredible book collection on all thing Hawaiian which we really appreciated. If you are looking for a home away from home to stay in in South Kona, this is a wonderful place. We hope to return. Mary and Pete, May 2009 |
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Mary and Pete Lane |
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| 05/25/09 |
Positive
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| Thank you Beth and Dave for providing us with such a lovely home away from home. The property is beautiful and the hideaway very private and well appointed. Beth's lovely touches with fresh flowers,fresh fruit from their property every morning and the great decor with a fully functional kitchen really made us feel at home. Dave was so helpful with local knowledge and helping us set up the kayak on the car so we could go snorkeling in one of the most amazing places which is right down the hill from the hideaway! We used the bikes as well. They have thought of everything you would need including an incredible book collection on all thing Hawaiian which we really appreciated. If you are looking for a home away from home to stay in in South Kona, this is a wonderful place. We hope to return. Mary and Pete, May 2009 |
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Mary and Pete Lane |
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| 03/08/09 |
Positive
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What luck it is to have found Beth & Dave! Their
studio was the perfect setting for rest, relaxation
and adventure on the Big Island. From the
thoughtful decor, to the fresh fruit from the
garden, to the toys to adventure around with, this
felt like a Bed & Breakfast for just the two of us! We
spent the latter part of the week at a Kohala Coast
hotel, and we mused that we should have just
stayed in the studio...we loved the proximity to
exceptional snorkeling (and we have snorkeled all
over the world), swimming, hiking, and kayaking.
We were easily able to drive down the hill for runs
and bike rides. It was a manageable drive to
Volcanoes Nat'l Park. Beth & Dave provided us with
a lovely balance of privacy and friendly conversation
in their well-equipped accommodations. Their
generosity and easy-going natures made us feel
comfortable and welcome. We wish we could take
another week off of work soon to come back... |
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Heather & Jamie, Mill Valley, CA |
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| 02/16/09 |
Positive
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Dear Dave and Beth,
Ray and I would like to thank you very much for helping make our holiday in the Hawaii Island a most memorable experience. Your warmth, generosity, friendliness and hospitality were most appreciated. Your rental unit is superlative ! The decor is playful and most pleasing to the eye, and very comfortable. You have thought of every detail that makes for a special stay: fresh cut, exotic flowers, orchids, nicely pressed, quality sheets, lovely towels, a well equipped kitchen with fresh Kona coffee beans, all the fresh fruit from your trees which made the most delicious morning smoothies, laundry facilities, the use of your pool and your quiet, most relaxing property. I loved the feeling of being "outside" in the lanai. Wireless Internet was helpful with some work I had to do. Most of all - it was so clean, which held great appeal to me. Thank you so much ! once again, for your wonderful hospitality.
We would return for a visit in a heartbeat, and will be sure to recommend your vacation property to all of our friends who will be visiting Hawaii in the future.
Best wishes to you both !
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Michaela Sirbu, London, Ontario, Canada
519-643-7272 |
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| 01/07/09 |
Positive
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Short summary: Beth and Dave, thank you for these wonderful days!
We really enjoyed this accommodation for several reasons:
The condo is very comfortable, well equipped and arranged with love.
The house with its big garden and pool is used only by 3 apartments,
so you feel pretty private.
There’s a wide choice of sport equipment that is offered by Beth and Dave and that one can use any time.
It’s just 5 minutes away to one of the best snorkelling spots of Hawaii.
It is a must to take the canoe and the snorkel gear to paddle to Cook's Monument to snorkel.
We were lucky; dolphins were spinning next to our canoe.
This was a wonderful time, the best of the year. |
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Anonymous, Munich, germany
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| 01/03/09 |
Positive
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| WOW! Beth's Hideaway is a great spot for a couple interested in staying south of Kona. The owners, Beth and Dave, made the place very charming and home-like, and they are both personable and helpful, and quite unobtrusive. The place is only a couple of miles up the hill from the City of Refuge and the adjacent, amazingly (and yet) unspoiled "Two Steps" snorkeling area. The Hideaway is very well appointed, with WIFI, kayaks, bikes, snorkeling gear, and such, plus a nice kitchen, all the fresh fruit you can eat (from their gardens) and a nice breezy screened-in dining and living area. Very comfortable. It was also very reasonable, especially for prime Christmas season, and being outside the main tourist area (which is to the north) one can enjoy the coast without the crowds. My gf and I loved it. We have stayed at several such rentals, and this was by far the best. |
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Kent & Neng, Oregon |
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| 12/26/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Dave & Beth
I've really enjoyed my time here at your hideaway. It's the most beautiful place to wake up to every morning.
fresh orange juice, Starfruit and Papayas. You both have been great and very accomodating to the both of us. Thankyou for all the information you shared with us that made our trip very unique. One day when our new addition comes along we'll have to head back over so that our new little one can enjoy the splendor of the Big Island. Good Luck with everything and may the New Year bring greatness.
Mahalo Sherry & Jesse
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Sherry & Jesse
Anchorage, AK
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| 12/12/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Dave & Beth
Your place is exceptional. We have been everywhere, but this is special. The decor so inviting, the hospitality so complete. We hope you have many, many guests over the years, we will be back.
The location is perfect, close to the volcanoes as well as the beaches & the airport. We are glad we did not chose to stay up North. Thank you for all the info that made our day trips so great. The stops, shops & food were fantastic.
we will miss the walk to the rodeo, the drinks by the pool, and the delicious seafood everywhere.
See you soon, Aloha
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Edgar & Catherine
Little Rock, AR
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| 11/05/08 |
Positive
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Hey! When we arrived at Beth's Hawaiian Hideaway, we thought "Welcome to Paradise!". You can harvest some fruits from the garden. This place is unique, it has everything you need for a unforgettable stay on Big Island. Honaunau and Kealakekua Bay are just down the hill, the best places on Big Island for snorkeling. The apartment is fully equipped (hearty landlords are included). We loved the pool and going down to the ocean with the canoe.
We had a wonderful time! |
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Markus, Cologne, Germany |
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| 08/18/08 |
Positive
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| This is a wonderful, wonderful place to stay. I highly recommend it to any couple or single person looking for a quiet retreat in the heart of old Hawaii......within minutes by car (and very easy by bicycle) of Pu'uhonua o Honaunau, 2-Step (Honaunau Bay) and Kealakekua Bay......all beautiful places to explore, swim, snorkel and kayak. Easy access to grocery stores, farmers' markets, good coffee shops and plantations, and only 15-20 minutes from the amenities of Kona. Super launching spot for a day trip, or longer, to Volcano National Park, Hilo and the rest of the island. Owners Dave and Beth, who are extremely helpful and completely unintrusive, have done a marvelous job creating a highly comfortable, affordable, private and beautiful hideaway......the plantings and the lawn expanse looking out to the sea are gorgeous, the pool is divine. I know that I would stay here again in a heartbeat. |
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Anonymous, Telluride, CO |
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| 07/20/08 |
Positive
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This was a wonderful first time Hawaii experience. The hosts are great but not intrusive. It's quiet, in a convenient residential area and it's so VERY pretty inside. A fabulous deal for the money.
It's near the Painted Church, City of Refuge and the beach, liquor stores, some restaurants too. We plan to make a repeat visit soon.
PS: you need a car to come to this island; the Big Island.
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Susan, Los Angeles, CA
808-328-8412 |
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