Captain Cook holiday apartment

Meris and Brad were very kind and congenial hosts. The screened in kitchen had a million dollar view...and the working macadamia plantation was very interesting to be a part of. Fresh limes, oranges, avocado and sample macs of course were appreciated. My wife and I loved the Captain Cook area---from Mi's (Italian restaurant), to Aloha (community) Theater, grilling on the provided Weber as well as the lovely fire ring and view. This place is a terrific find and a great value. Private entrance. I would definitely recommend this property to friends.

I cannot say enough good things about our 10 days at SK Vacation Rental. The location in Captain Cook was perfectly suited for us. An inspiring view of the South Kona coastline, a short drive to snorkeling at City of Refuge and Kealakekua Bay, and just far enough away from Kailua-Kona (about 20 miles) to feel like we were away from the tourist hustle and bustle. The rental is just right for two people with a nicely equipped kitchen so that we could make our own meals, and lots of little personal touches to make visitors instantly comfortable. Meris and Brad are wonderful hosts. We would frequently come back after a day of exploring to find fresh tangelos, limes, and avocados waiting for us. When it was finally time to leave, it felt like leaving our own home. I highly recommend this rental to any couple looking for simple comfort in a beautiful Big Island setting. And be sure to check out the deli at the nearby Choice Mart for delicious sandwiches, wraps and salads to take with you on your daily adventures!

The most important thing to a great stay in Hawai'i is where you stay. And you could stay at the finest hotel, work hard, and not get half of what comes naturally at Meris and Brad's place.

We were met upon arrival with great hospitality and just the right amount of help. The views are better here than on the beach (in our opinion). You have the choice of sun or some (welcome) coolness, you have more privacy, and also more connection to the real Hawai'i and chance to experience the local culture and what it is like on a coffee and macadamia farm. You get beautiful sunsets from your own private lanai or from our own private stone patio. There is fresh lime and guava a few steps away. A great bed and bath and kitchen. We grilled the best Mahi we have ever had right on our porch--everything you need is here. When one of us had to take care of some urgent work communications, Meris helped us get that out of the way quickly--so that vacation could resume--and work just floated away.

What we were looking for was someplace where we could have some quiet--something low-key, like our own home--only better. We wanted to be able to do what we want, when we want. We wanted to prepare the food we wanted, fresh papaya, bananas, freshly grilled fish, etc. and not be kept to a resort's or restaurant's choices and schedules--and small refrigerators.

In short, everything we wanted was here--and nothing we did not want. It was a very relaxing week. We think there is no better place to stay on the Big Island. We plan to be back again and again.