Ka Hale Ma Kahakai        (House by the sea)

 Heidi & Michael Evans

Mike, Allison, Patti & Seth Judge (Reno, Nevada) Mahalo Chris and Stan. We had a wonderful time! Whale watching, turtle watching, snorkeling in the tide pools, and swimming in the swimming pool. Fun barbecues with a fabulous view. the weather was PERFECT! And like no where else could we be so close to the Pacific and yet so private.

  Dick and Becky Leshley (Coos Bay, OR) Wonderful location. Seeing whales & turtles was great (even the frog that got into the pool!) Hope to come back soon. Mahalo

John & Becky Sprecher (Rockford, IL)  We arrived exhausted, but were rejuvenated and rested when we left. You have truly made a magical paradise for your quests. It couldn't have been more perfect! Mahalo for EVERYTHING! What a beautiful place to celebrate 40 years of marriage - we sure will come again when we return to the Big Island. God's best to you both.

Carole Wuerfel (Cincinnati, OH & Bill and Carol Black (Freemont, MI) 1-26-2-8..We arrived and brought with us torrents of rain. 33 inches in three days. Never mind - the aloha spirit was with us & everyday was great. We saw whales and Carol swam with the dolphins. we visited many local sites and shopped with the locals at the Farmers Markets. The accommodations, of course were perfect. Everything possible is provided and even a visit to the farm. A really special place. Mahalo, Chris and Stan for making our visit to the Big Island so much fun.

Brandy & Pete Jacobsen (Fairbanks, Alaska) Our stay here in you beautiful rental has been wonderful! This is an amazing spot and we enjoyed the ocean immensely. Thank you Chris and Stan for your hospitality, banana bread, fresh fruit and flowers - it was lovely! We are looking forward to coming back some time; we have enjoyed the Hilo/Puna area (and its laid back attitude & lack of traffic!) much more than the Kona area. Thank you.

Curtis, Carol & Brandon Edmark (Kenosha, WI) Location, Location, Location! This is an incredible spot! The beauty & tranquility is unimaginable. We loved it here. If we ever come back to the Big Island, you'd be the first ones we'd call.

Ron and Joanna (British Columbia, Canada and Connecticut) We had a super great time here. We feel lucky & blessed to have been able to be here, and hope to return before too long. On a scale of one to ten, we would rate our stay a 12! (PS: We much have seen at least 25 whales!)

Cheryl and Ron Jenkins (Penn Valley, CA) - Anita Jewett, (Sacramento, CA) and Bob Gaskell (Folsom, CA) We loved staying here in your house by the sea for a week. Thoroughly enjoyed seeing the turtles bobbing in the waves and catching a glimpse of a whale every so often. The sounds of the whales at night were extra special. Thanks for everything! The tour of your "farm" was delightful!

Eric and Allison Todd (Renton, WA) Thank you for a wonderful week. Your house is beautiful and a perfect place to relax and unwind. We truly appreciated all of your insight on the area & your garden tour; the breads, fruit, avocadoes,, turtles and whales were amazing. Thank you for sharing your house with us.

   Ronald and Tik Snipes (Thailand) This was like a five-star hotel. Thank You.

Returning Guests Darren, Kristen & Sarah Clufff - (Granite Bay, CA) We had a great time in Hilo. Thanks so much for the yummy treats and for sharing your home with us. The lava flows were awesome!! Mahalo

Helena, Angela, and Danielle (South Riding, VA) Thank you so much for your hospitality. The treats (bread, cake, avocadoes, bananas) have been wonderful! We did get a glimpse of the whales as well as the lava flow. For future guests the luau at the Royal Kona resort was on the waterfront and cheaper to book online ($60) and the drive over to Kona was worth the trip! Mahalo

Rod and Kathy Karman (Two Rivers, WI) & Steve and Cherry Reeves (Billericay, England)  Loved staying with you - the house is amazing - view splendid - hospitality superb! Saw some blowholes, hike to see lava flow at night was spectacular. Thanks for all the tips on what to see and all the treats. Was like a stop in paradise. Thanks Chris and Stan!

Ric, Kim Cisneros and Mom (Santa Barbara, CA) We truly feel we are fortunate to discover the House by the Sea in Pahoa. Under Stan and Chris' thoughtful care, the spectacular ocean views made our staying - a life long memory. Thank you!

  Elizabeth, Debra and Robert Criss (Phoenix, AZ) Mahalo Chris & Stan. Your home is beautiful and cozy! Our time here was wonderful and Mahalo for all you had done for us.

Diane and Jim Morrison (North Lake Tahoe, CA) Thanks hardly says enough. Without a doubt you have made this a time we will never forget - thanks for easing me into my 7th decade! Hope we meet again.

Gary and Kathy Nyquist (Albert Lea MN) A "10" in every respect. Our stay was so much more than expected. We would suggest no changes. We will advertise for you with folks we know who are visiting the islands. Thanks for all the nice touches.

Phil Zelenka & Janet Trace (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) Mahalo for sharing you immaculate home with us for a few days. I love your decorating sense - this is a unique opportunity to experience an ocean-side lifestyle. The cakes were yummy. And thank you for all the personal tips to make our trip to Volcano National Park turn out perfectly. The fresh bouquets are exquisite.

Eric & Patty Stewart (West, Irvine, CA) and John and Kathy Sullivan (Santa Ana, CA) Eric & Patty: Than you so much for making our stay in your home so pleasant. You thought of so many little things that make a "Big" Difference. Because of you and this wonderful house, we really enjoyed ourselves and felt at home. It's not very often that you feel "at home" when you traveling - and that's the greatest compliment of all. Thank you.  John and Kathy: thank you for a great vacation. Your home is beautiful  and we so appreciated all the little things you do to make our stay more comfortable.

Cheryl and Doug Alderman (Fairview,  NC) and Cheryl's mother Lillian (Asheville, NC) 2nd stay...18 days! What a treat! When the chance to come back was possible, this decision was easy. It's all been said by others, and it's all true. This has been a unique and thoroughly enjoyable experience, and you are most accommodating and welcoming hosts. Sincerest Mahalo for sharing this with us. Our 30th anniversary trip has been a dream come true. See you next time!

Group of five from Maui and Florida...We will recommend you to friends and we will be back.

Ted, Bethany, Rachel, & Lisa Vogel (Ann Arbor, Michigan) Thank you for the hospitality, homemade treats, etc. The home is lovely and the views fantastic!

Marvin & Patty Massey (Sebring, FL) We have stayed on the islands for 6 weeks in 5 different places & this is by far the best. Thank you so much.

Cedric & Tammy Simmons (Marietta, GA) Many, many thanks for allowing us to share in your corner of Paradise! Our stay was peaceful and absolutely enjoyable. We appreciate all of the thought you used in order for our stay to be so wonderful. The attention to detail is impeccable! Again, thank you for welcoming us to your home and Hawaii. Peace & blessings.

Sherman, Laurel, Jeffrey & Peter Wong (Corvallis, OR) We so appreciated your warm welcome and all the terrific treats! Even with orchids on top! Your advice on local sites was up-to-date and accurate. All our needs were anticipated and everything was available in just the right place. You helped us get a good feel for this area and make the most of our stay - wish it were longer! Thanks for the hospitality!

Celine and Rene' (Laval, Quebec, Canada) We have really appreciated our stay and the surroundings, the beautiful view and the sound of the ocean. Thank you for everything. This was a very nice way to end our trip to Hawaii. Mahalo! Aurevoir et Merci!

  Ash, Rich and Liz (Florida and Oahu) and Linda and Nester (Florida) friends...Mahalo Plenty for sharing your aloha spirit with us. This is the best vacation spot I've seen and the way you two run the rental is superb!! Please accept these tokens of appreciation! Mahalo nui loa.

Mark and Amy Weidman (Rancho Cucamonga, CA) What an amazingly beautiful, restful place this has been for us! Thank you for your hospitality, the thoughtful touches everywhere and the spirit of aloha that lives at Ka Hale Ma Kahakai, Mahalo

Pam & Mark Crowe (Rutherfordton, North Carolina) {Picture taken at our "farm"} Thank you for such a great spot to come and visit. We enjoyed every minute of being on the Big Island. Thank you for the suggestions that only a local would know about, the special foods and the very warm welcome. We also need to thank Cheryl for making the suggestion that we stay here. Wishing you the best - and hoping we can return soon.

Bob, Melanie & Meara Kinne (Ludlow, Vermont) Stan and Chris - Thank you for sharing your amazing spot on the Big Island. Everything about our stay was terrific. Chris, we love your treats and special touches. We appreciated all the time you took to give us information. Stan was very helpful with phone information. (So glad we chose to stay on this side of the island!) Hope we can return to the big island someday and of course, Ka Hale Ma Kahakai! If you are in Vermont, please look us up.

Elizabeth Monasterio (Atlanta, GA) and Carlos Monasterio (Paris, France) Both originally from Caracas, Venezuela. Thank you very much for making us feel at home away from home. Your treats & special details were wonderful & made us feel special. I wish we could stay longer & definitely will come back again. The pictures in the website don't do justice to your beautiful home and the indoors. Mahalo

Bob, Babette & Taryn Mohan (College Station, TX) Thanks you very much for your wonderful hospitality & sharing your beautiful oceanfront setting with us. The cornucopia of tropical fruit was an excellent addition! I love tropical fruit, so I was in Heaven! You made our first trip to the BI-Hilo side an excellent experience and I hope we can stay in touch - especially as "island neighbors" is all goes well. Mahalo for everything.

  Michael and Angela Arnold (and kids) (Colonia, NJ) Thank you for the warm welcome and delicious treats. Your place is lovely and the ocean view beautiful. Mahalo

Vernon, Samantha, Evan & Nolan Miller (Ferndale, WA) How grateful our family is that we found your rental to end our 1st time to the B.I. a short stay but a grand, relaxing one! You are wonderful hosts giving guests their space yet helpful on so many things. We're happy that you highly suggested we go & view the lava. A wonderful treat on our final night. All was good and Evan loved the banana bread! Vern & Sam loved to sit along the wall and watch the waves roll in! A beautiful & magical place you have. This place will be highly suggested to our friends & family. Mahalo for everything including sharing your "paradise" with us!

Steve and Karyn Current (Yellow Springs, Ohio) What an amazing spot - the location and attention to details were incredible- you have thought of everything! We just wish we had some more time to enjoy. We're so glad we found you & hope we can come back - Cheers

Tom and Ginger Kryger (Ruston, Washington) How can we ever thank you enough for your hospitality? We've been to this side of the island 9 or 10 times - I guess searching for that one special place. I think we've finally fount it. We all lead such hectic lives; we come here to relax and refresh. You're wonderful hosts; you've thought of virtually everything here. We were lulled to sleep by the waves, the light breezes and the warmth during the day....at night too. We enjoyed counting the honu - - totally amazed that they're not crushed on the rocks. Your farm is a little slice of heaven too. Thanks you for the fresh fruit; we will never tire of the avocadoes & bananas &...oh yes the white pineapples! Wow! Chris - you've made my curiosity about my culture even greater (Ginger is 1/2 Hawaiian). I can't wait to share what you've shared with my family. All our love, Tom and Ginger

Pat and Debby McIlhargey (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) This is absolutely perfect...the accommodations, the extras like fresh pineapple, bananas, and breads as well as the beautiful flowers here and there. Everything we could want. Even turtles swimming and bobbing in the ocean! What a beautiful, wonderful place to spend our holiday. We will most certainly be back. Thank you (We loved your farm as well. So interesting and beautiful. Mahalo)

Vanessa and Ross (Lake Stevens, Washington) Dear Stan and Chris... your vacation rental is absolutely paradise ... I'm quite sad to leave! Thank you for your accommodations, beautiful ocean views & yummy local fruit. We had a wonderful and relaxing time. We both loved the ocean sounds and watching the starry night in the pool was magical. A beautiful place altogether. Mahalo

Joanie and Rick Santomauro (Kunkletown, PA) We LOVED it! Your special touches were like staying at the Ritz!

Brenda and John Delville-Pratt (Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada) Love your place; immaculately kept making it especially special. Enjoyed the views, pool and surrounding country. Also, appreciated your guidebooks and advice. Cheers

Ed and Wendy Bass (Seattle, WA) We came to your island looking for peace and beauty. You have given us such a gift by making us feel at peace while surrounded with beauty. You have captured what we feel is Hawaii. Thank you for this and your hand work to make this a wonderful memory to last a lifetime. (Note rainbow over Hilo)

Sue Duff - Cindy Johnson - Sue Wood...Sue Duff (Greenfield, OH) It was like coming home! so peaceful. The dolphins were definitely a nice send off - God Bless and Thank You for everything....Cindy (Greenfield, OH) what a once in a life time experience!! Thanks so much for helping me with plants & flowers. The accommodations were wonderful... Sue Wood (Saunderstown, RI) You have made our stay so pleasant. Thank you for all your thoughtfulness.

Erica & Randal (Calgary, Canada) Thank you very much for the hospitality. Your amazing little oasis along the southeast shore was perfect for our Big Island Experience. After each day, we felt like this was our temporary home -- a place to come back to, to sit outside listen to the waves and share our daily adventures. Thank you ever-so-much. All the best.

Glenn, Adrienne, Alexia and Milena Lucey (Oakland, CA) Enjoyed very much our too brief stay. You two sure have thought of everything! Hope to come back one day soon.

Tom & Karen Crider, (Seminole, Florida) Thank you for making our vacation on the Big Island extra special! The accommodations were fantastic - everything so detailed & convenient, with your warm "aloha spirit! You are truly great hosts! We enjoyed seeing the turtles, most days, just off the rocks. But, just watching the waves and the views of the beautiful, rugged Puna shoreline was incredible. We are so glad we stayed on the Hilo side of the isle and traveled from here. We will recommend this plan to anyone we know coming here and, of course, Ka Hale Ma Kahakai! God Bless you & your family (Hana, too). Mahalo!

Bob Gross and Carol Hammond (Montpelier, VT) Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. It certainly exceeded all of our expectations. You have thought of every detail which made our stay here very special. The sounds of the ocean and the gorgeous weather made us forget (temporarily) the long cold winter ahead of us. When we return to Hawaii again. we hope to stay here again. Mahalo for everything.

Jennifer & Larry Johnson (Lake Oswego, OR) What a great place to end our 11 day adventure! Had a great time turning 40 here.

Susan Berry and friend Amanda (Trumbull, Connecticut) Words cannot describe! Such a peaceful, magical place, full of "creature comforts" & hospitality! We LOVED it here! So much more we wanted to see & do - & so wished for time to just lounge by the ocean here. The turtles, tide pool, lava flow, volcano, vistas....magical! Thanks so much for your hospitality, warmth, attention to detail, & fabulous suggestions. We WILL com back - not soon enough.... Mahalo and Aloha.