The best place to stay
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Khan from Salt Lake City on 05/15/2012 said:
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This place is absolutely a must. This condo is right next to the ocean, conveniently located to daily grocery and organic (Vegan as well) place. Very quiet, parking was not difficult. Pool was clean and overall, I highly rate it. We had a toddler, and three of us enjoyed staying at this place.
We were able to watch those sea turtles all the time (in October). The balcony was just next to the ocean, the best place to have family lunch/dinner. If we ever come to Maui, this would be our place to stay.
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Excellent stay
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Ross from Vancouver, WA on 03/29/2012 said:
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It was a great condo that was perfect for us to stay in. There were turtle sightings and whales galore it was amazing. Snorkeling adventures were everywhere and we enjoyed it alot.
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Cozy beach front
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Dee from Victoria, BC on 01/11/2012 said:
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Well loved well equips condo, not high end, but cozy and quaint. Close to the ocean, walking distance to great coffee and some shops. Saw turtles every morning and humpbacks in the distance. Kids had a great time in the pool and the tiny pocket beach. Unit 305 has more privacy than other units so would recommend for that reason. Great sunsets too!! In suite laundry was a bonus but no maid service what you pay for is the cleaning when you leave.
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The Best
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Dexter from Fair Oaks, CA on 12/13/2011 said:
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The unit was immaculate. The location couldn't be better and the views from the bedroom and living room were spectacular. I wouldn't think of any other place to stay next time we visit.
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Beautiful and relaxing stay...
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Karen from Seattle on 11/22/2011 said:
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We stayed at your lovely condo for a week in mid-October and had a wonderful time. The condo itself was very neat and clean. Our kids shared the room with the 2 beds and my husband and I stayed in the ocean front room. The kitchen had everything we needed (except for a pitcher for lemonade but we made do with the blender pitcher) and everything worked well. It was wonderful falling asleep (and waking up) to the sound of the waves hitting the beach every day. We made great use out of the lanai and ate outside most days. Our girls loved swimming in the pool every afternoon and were the only ones swimming on most days. We used the bbq by the pool several times too and it was also very clean. The beach out front was great for building sandcastles and playing. The entire complex was quiet and well taken care of. The condo is located just minutes from some great beaches (arrive early - like before 9 if you want to find parking) and restaurants and the small local market is within walking distance. There is a Snorkel Bob's just up the road too if you want to rent snorkel gear (and a Subway for packing picnic lunches). Turtle watching from the deck was a thrill and we even saw a group of dolphins pass by one afternoon. We will definitely be back again!!
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Heavenly
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Paradise from Newport Beach on 10/19/2011 said:
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This is a wonderful place to stay. Clean, efficient and right on the beach. You can't ask for anything better on the entire island of Maui.
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such a great place!
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Andrea from Lehrte - Germany on 10/10/2011 said:
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We stayed at #305 with our grown-up sons for 4 nights and enjoyed every minute. Arriving late at night to an inviting well-light flat we instantly felt at home.
Thanks to the sound advice from the owners and the property manager we had all the best pics and enjoyed our stay very much.
Easy access to the beach, privacy on the lanai, excellent natural air-condition, good beds, tv plus internet - who could ask for more?
We would like to come back and recommend this condo to everyone.
Andrea and family from Germany
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#305 is simply awesome!
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Bakers from San Diego on 08/09/2011 said:
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After returning from our 10 day vacation at Nohonani's unit #305, I went to the website to show it to a friend. I was really surprised to see the negative previous review. Don't believe it. My family of 5 has stayed at unit #305 several times, and since we found it we won't stay anywhere else. The unit is clean, comfortable and well appointed. Linens and towels were all new or near new. The bathrooms have been remodeled. The kitchen is a little small, but more than adequate for a vacation. The owners have gone the extra mile to make you feel at home and provide extras (books, games, information on the area, etc.) I really enjoyed the wide screen TV in the living room and the new HD TV in the master bedroom. And, as many other reviewers already stated, the location could not be better. This condo has a corner balcony/lanai that makes the amazing sunsets and turtle viewing even better than other units at the Nohonani - and unit more private. The pool area has just been completely redone, with a beautiful tile mural of turtles. Lastly, the Nohonani has a sandy beach out front of the pool area. Most condos in the area lack a sandy beach. I could go on and on... For me and my family, we only stay at Nohonani #305 - and we're not surprised that many people return to this same condo year after year.
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disappointed
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Nancy Dent from Calgary Alberta on 04/18/2011 said:
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The view was really nice but the unit was poorly maintained. It was dirty. Light bulbs were burned out everywhere. Bathroom shower did not even have a soap dish. Towels were old and worn out.Carpet was dirty with stains everywhere. Scattered rugs were a tripping hazard in the hallway.We had difficulty on arrival as the exterior light was out so we had to find something to illuminate the lock box to get in.We were really disappointed.
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Manager response:
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Dear Nancy, We were so surprised to read your comments. We take great pride in our condo as you can tell by previous guest reviews. We have the number of our local contact person on the refrigerator of the condo and are so sorry that you did not call her to take care of these things. We recently had had her buy new bedding and the towels were replaced a short time ago. We have the condo professionally cleaned after every guest leaves. I can't imagine what could have gone wrong for you. We'll be talking with both our contact person and cleaning company. We definitely will take care of this situation.<br />
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Maureen, owner Nohonani 305.
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Love this place!
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Maui enthusiast from Portland, OR on 12/18/2010 said:
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Everything was great! Easy to find, great location, easy check in, great welcome basket waiting for us - nice touch! And what a view from the lanai! Constant viewing of turtles directly in front of condo! We prefer this to the 'resort' areas -much more laid back. Our boys are ages 20 and 23 and they loved it as well. It was always nice to come home to 305 in the evenings and relax on the lanai and BBQ a nice dinner. The owners were very accessible by phone when needed. Bill, one of the resident managers, was very helpful as well. We would definitely recommend this condo and hope to come back to it in the future!
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Seven days in paradise
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Barbara from Zürich, Switzerland on 09/02/2010 said:
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We spent a marvellous time in this beautiful condo with splendid views over the ocean including colourful sunsets, turtle and dolphin spotting right from our lanai.
Our expectations have definitely been exceeded and - if we can some day... - we will come again with great pleasure!
Barbara, Daniel and anina from Switzerland
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Better than a home away from home!
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Kaz from Melbourne, Australia on 07/10/2010 said:
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Condo 305 has all of the comforts of home with the added bonus of the most amazing view and experiences right there in front of you!
My family loved having the choice of being able to walk down and swim right in the ocean or in the swimming pool. And turtles feed right there in front of the condos - big turtles!!
The location is fantastic with shops just down the road but we still had a car which made discovering Maui much easier.
One point which might put people off is that there is no air conditioning, but let me tell you it is not necessary. The breeze coming straight off the sea or even from down the hill behind is more than enough to cool the condo.
We loved staying at the Nohonani and Condo 305 had everything we needed. It's kept a piece of my heart.
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Nohonani Condo 305
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Emily Johnson from Portland on 06/16/2010 said:
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We had a wonderful stay in this condo! The weather was upper 80's so we spent alot of time at the beach right in front of the condo. It was a nice private beach and there was also a pool right next to it. The kids had a blast playing in the sand and water. The condo had sand toys, lawn chairs, and boogie boards all available to use anytime. It was a comfortable atmosphere inside and we really liked having the kitchen and washer/dryer. The farmers market a couple blocks down had some good finds too! The only thing we missed out on was air conditioning.
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Manager response:
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we're so happy you enjoyed our condo and had such a wonderful time. It means a lot to us. We were surprised, though, that you thought you had missed out on air conditioning. With our condo being right on the water with the opposite side of the condo open to the outside above the gardens, and with the gentle trade winds, we have never felt the need for air conditioning.<br />
We have had other guests mention being surprised in Hawaii not needing air conditioning at our condo. And it would mean having to close the windows missing out on the sound of the surf and the trade winds. We are pleased, though, that you enjoyed our condo and hope you'll come again.
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Relaxing and comfortable
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mauilover from Bishop, Ca. on 04/30/2010 said:
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Upon arrival a gift basket was awaiting us which was a nice gesture from the owners. The condo was very comfortable and had all the amenities we needed.We were able to see whales and sea turtles from the lanai each day, and enjoy the gorgeous sunsets
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Our working vacation turned into a complete rediscovery of Maui'
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Margie and Bob Simms from Waimea, Big Island of Hawaii on 04/29/2010 said:
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My husband and I have lived in the islands for more than forty years, and
the last time we had a Maui vacation was in the 70's. Things have changed
a lot since then, but we were pleasantly surprised to find Maui still as
beautiful as we remembered and not as congested as we'd expected. We
had business on Maui, but in between we did lots of sightseeing and kicking
back at this beautiful oceanfront refuge. Our time at the Nohonani Condos,
conveniently located near resorts, restaurants, markets and shops was so
very restful and enjoyable. ( We heartily recommend the "Ohana Taco"
wagon, found after 6 pm within walking distance of the Condos.)
Greeted by a thoughtful gift basket of island treats, we slid open the lanai
doors to breathe in the fresh salt air. The views of Molokai and Lanai
changed hourly with the glorious weather and the rising and setting sun.
Rainbows appearing, whales spouting and breaching through the channel,
turtles and manta rays playing in the shore break. It was a real treat for us
Big Islanders and we definitely look forward to a future jaunt to the Valley
Isle and the "home-away-from-home" comfort of Nohonani Condo #305!
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Paradise
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Kayda from Calgary, AB on 04/22/2010 said:
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Normally condos or hotels do not quite live up to their pictures or description but #305 Nohonani surpassed our expectations. The condo is in the most beautiful location we could imagine. It is right on the edge of the ocean, and the view could not be better. We saw numerous Humpback Whales as well as giant sea turtles feeding right in front of our lanai. We ate most of our meals in as you could not get a better table at any restaurant. The sunsets and rainbows were spectacular, and the barbecues were always available. The beds were comfortable as was the temperature in the condo, thanks to a lovely cross breeze. It was clean and very pretty. The check in process was easy and hassle free. The condo is well stocked, and includes the use beach towels, hair dryer, boogie boards, books, and basic spices and kitchen supplies. We would highly recommend #305 Nohonani Condos.
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Could not have been a better place to stay!
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3 Generations of Women Getaway from New Mexico on 04/17/2010 said:
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After spending countless hours searching the internet for just the right place, I hit upon Nohonani Condos and was instantly drawn to it. The photos do not do it justice. Chuck was so helpful in the planning, and before we even left home I was surprised to receive a welcoming letter from the owners with tips for our stay---plus a wonderful welcome basket was waiting for us in the condo. When we opened the door, saw the ocean and heard the waves, I knew this WAS just the right place. We had a wonderful week and will always remember our stay. The only minor complaint was that the bathtub/shower was a bit below the standard of the rest of the condo--everything else was great! We would stay again in a heartbeat.
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Looking out over the ocean in Maui for a week.
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Wanta Gobach from Ohio on 02/18/2010 said:
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It was a very easy place to stay. Everything we needed was there. Central to everything. There were many pleasant suprises. Great for families or individuals. There were too many whales and turtles though, for my liking.
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Wonderful Christmas Stay at Nohonani 305
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SteveDebJoJoJo from Peachtree City, GA on 01/14/2010 said:
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First trip to Maui and couldn't be happier with our week long stay in this unit. Of the 4 condos we resided in during our trip (December 18-January 6), this was by far the nicest and most comfortable.
Booking the condo was easy (used vrbo to search and check availability and virtual tours, videos to view most properties). The owner was very patient and friendly. We checked in Christmas Eve day after a quick flight from Oahu and were blown away. The view of the water and Molokai was terrific. Very peaceful. The elevator and luggage dolly made moving in easy.
The unit is very roomy, especially the living room. We have 3 children (11, 9, 7) and we all slept fine. The master bedroom has a great view and its own door to the lanai. Sleeping to the sound of waves is incredible. The high quality ceiling fans and lots of cross-ventilation kept the unit cool. Extras like games for the kids, Maui guidebooks, and the welcome basket were an unexpected pleasant surprise.
The area is very nice. Not congested like the nearby resort areas. ABC store is a couple blocks away and a Safeway is a 10 minute drive. We saw turtles right below us from the lanai every morning and whales every day. The owner provides binoculars which made whale watching much easier. Saw some incredible views of the full moon setting over the ocean, however the highlight during our stay was being greeted with a spectacular double rainbow over the ocean in front of Molokai on Christmas morning!
Thanks so much for opening your home to us. Our family will always remember this trip.
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unit 305
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waveless from muskogee oklahoma on 01/07/2010 said:
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we stayed in unit 305 for 5 days it was very beautiful and clean the unit had every thing we could have wanted and needed the view was amazing and the waves were relaxing at bed time and did i mention the bed was the most comfortable bed i had slept in the owners were very pleasant and helpful i would recommend this unit to everyone and cant wait to come back again true paradisepe
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Lovely accomodations
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compostqueen from West Hills, CA on 12/03/2009 said:
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This was our first experience renting a condo on line. It could not have been easier. The "virtual tour" of unit 305 was exactly as we found it...clean, comfortable and well stocked with all the necessities and many extras. Internet access was a very pleasant surprise. We also appreciated the travel guide and guest book in the unit. They provided tons of local to-do and dining tips. It is a relatively small and intimate complex so it was easy to strike up conversations around the pool, beach or BBQ grills, all the more homey. If I had to find a complaint, it would be that there is only one shower (+ a half bath). When the 4 of us would come in from the beach or a day trip we would have to take turns showering. If you are in no hurry, then this is no problem...just chill on the lanai and enjoy the wonderful view til it's your turn. We would absolutely recommend this unit.
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Glorius view, comfy condo in Maui
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Marge D. from Paradise, CA on 10/09/2009 said:
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What a wonderful welcome -- a gift basket and special coffee started off our stay in a well-decorated and comfortable condo. And stepping into the room was like stepping into a photo --- the view of the ocean was a postcard! We were close to shopping, good restaurants (highly recommend Kimo's), and historic Lahaina, with easy parking and a quieter road. One drawback was the lack of air-conditioning in the heat wave we found ourselves in, but the fans did help. We would definitely return - and recommend the place to friends and family.
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The perfect way to end a perfect vacation
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Ilex C from West Chester, OH on 08/20/2009 said:
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Our family vacation was spent island hopping with Maui being our final destination. We were looking forward to relaxing for the last few days on the ocean and Nohonani #305 was the perfect setting! It was right on the ocean, with a beach and swimming pool and very close to Lahaina and our other planned activities (the Old Lahaina Luau, Ka'anapali Ziplining with Skyline Eco-Adventures, and snorkeling). The condo was well-appointed and obviously well cared-for. The stacked laundry equipment was extremely handy and the kitchen was fully-stocked for all of our needs. Bedding and towels were in great condition as were all of the furniture, appliances and other furnishings. The kids were very pleased to have the extensive TV selections and I LOVED having the high-speed internet connection so I could continue blogging about our wonderful trip. There was no air-conditioning, but when I go to the ocean I WANT to have the windows open in order to enjoy the sounds of the surf! Plus, with the wind from the east coming through the front windows of the condo and the ocean breezes coming in from the back, the ceiling fans in every room did an excellent job of providing circulation and dissipating the heat of the day when it was time to sleep at night.
Chuck the rental agent, was great to work with, always responding quickly to questions and helping us make our time there so enjoyable. The owners, the Kelly's, provided a driving map and suggestions for supply shopping well in advance in addition to a welcome gift upon arrival.
We are very pleased to highly recommend this condo!
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Great Place to Stay
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Maui Visitor from San Diego on 08/12/2009 said:
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Great Location. Right on the Beach. Very well appointed condo. Appreciated the in unit washer/dryer. Would definitely stay here again.
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Oh Wow!
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Fam of Five from CA on 07/30/2009 said:
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Our three teenage sons summed it up best when they first walked thru the door here... "oh wow!" (or something like that!) We were awed, inspired, ecstatic, and elated about the view! We were pleased to see a very nice welcome basket awaiting our arrival, too! The place was very clean, well-stocked, comfortable (beds and pillows were fantastic), and felt like home. We all enjoyed seeing the sea turtles all the time out front (and swimming w/ them, too!) The location was very centralized and made it very easy to get just about anywhere. Listening to the waves breaking thru the day and night was very relaxing. This was JUST as it was advertised and even better than we expected. We have already recommended it to several friends and hope to return soon for some whale-watching! The only negative was the fact that it is all the way in Hawaii! :) we wish it was closer so we could enjoy it more! Thanks!
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What a view
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Great view from Colorado on 07/28/2009 said:
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This condo has an awesome location and is right on the ocean. The master bedroom is also on the ocean front and you are lured to sleep with the sound of the waves. We like being on the 3rd floor for the vast ocean view. The gass grills right on the ocean make for a beautiful place to cook dinner as the kitchen is way to hot to cook in. If you plan on cooking much, it is not very equipped for that. Only the minimal necessities in the kitchen. Other things that would really upgrade the unit is a better master bed mattress and blinds to block the heat of the afternoon. The blinds on the lanai were not helpful in blocking the sun and heat from warming up the unit to an unbearable temp.
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Feeding Turtles
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Neal from Boston, MA on 05/19/2009 said:
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A nice condo with a great view. We were there at the end of whale
season and saw a few tail slaps and one breach. The pool was nice
and clean. While we were there some weather came in and the surf
was perhaps too big to swim but the beach is beautiful. Coral heads
abound and it should be great for snorkeling. Many turtles live in the
area and feed right out front during high tide. At one point we
counted 5 right out in front of the grill area. Would stay again.
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Great view
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Gary from Sacramento CA on 04/23/2009 said:
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Great location, great view, great decor, great location, just great.....
Can't say more...
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Beautiful and Serene!
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Kevin & Donna from Dallas, Texas on 04/23/2009 said:
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Our family had a wonderful time on Maui. Our condo (#305) at the Nohonani was everything we wanted and more! Each morning we drank coffee on the lani. It was beautiful to watch the clouds explode into pinks and gold as the sun rose above the mountain behind us. We snorkeled right off the beach of our condo and saw beautiful fish, sea urchins, and sea turtles! The owners were so thoughtful, and supplied many extras including Hawaiian CD's and binoculars. In the evenings we would watch the most beautiful, breath taking sunsets from the lani and then be rocked to sleep by the ocean waves!
We would recommend the Nohonani #305 to anyone who wants to enjoy Maui to its fullest. Aloha!
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wonderful
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Ursula from Switzerland on 04/14/2009 said:
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we definitely recommend this place.
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Great location, lovely condo
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Leann from British Columbia, Canada on 04/13/2009 said:
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Our family of five had a wonderful vacation staying in Rm 305 at the Nohonani. The location was perfect. You can't get any closer to the ocean and we enjoyed watching all the whales and seaturtles from our large deck. The condo was spacious, clean and very well supplied. Beds were very comfortable too. I would definitely recommend this particular condo at the Nohonani.
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Beauty, beauty, beauty
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Missing a great view! from Michigan on 04/10/2009 said:
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The people at this rental property we wonderful. The owner of the condo was great to work with. They have been updating their condo, but the needs are minor and the could NOT improve the VIEW! The sounds of the crashing waves and the sites of the sunsets were worth every cent.
Great experience; as a couple or with children. The private beach and the residents on site make it a wonderful venue to enjoy in any capacity.
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Dreaming of Maui
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kristi from Scottsdale, AZ on 04/02/2009 said:
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We had a wonderful time at the Nohonani Condo's. We fell a sleep each night and a woke to the sounds of the waves. Watching the whales from the lani was incrediable.The ocean view is outstanding. The condo was really comfortable,nicely updated,and it had everything we needed. I especially appreciated the comfortable bed. Seems like a funny thing to comment on, but it was nice!
We can not wait to come back.
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Fabulous experience!.
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Bob from Santa Rosa CA on 04/01/2009 said:
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Condo is as close as one cold possibly get to the beach. Fabulous views. Extremely well equipped (dishes, books, etc).
Only downside -- and it's a very minor one -- is that the entrance to the property is a little dreary, and the elevator is extremely slow. Also, we had been able to sign up for Wifi at the place we had previously stayed at (for $40 per weeek), and we did miss that amenity a little.
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