We loved our stay! Casa de Emdeko is a gem! The complex is close to town, right on the waterfront, and central to all the activities of Kona and the big island. Casa has lovely mature landscaping and two pools and a Cabana gathering area with BBQs. The salt water pool is my favorite, just feet away from the ocean, so it feels like an infinity pool.
It is a gated, secure complex and we felt completely safe. The residents shared the Aloha spirit. We enjoyed the sunset ritual of the blowing of the Pu...folks gathered at the sea wall to watch the sun set and blow the conch shells.
The unit is near the elevator and very accessible, no steps to negotiate. This unit is kept in great condition, clean, fully equipped, and well organized. The A/C worked very well and we were always comfortable. The bed is comfortable and the sheets really nice for a good sleep. It was nice to have in-unit washer and dryer. The dryer was not functioning well, so I sent a note to the management and they were very responsive servicing it right away. I was very impressed.
My one recommendation would be to install shades on the lanai. The heat of the direct sun makes it impossible to enjoy for most of the day. We had to draw the inner shades which only closes in the living spaces off from the lovely views all the day. I see that most of the other units have lanai shades.
I highly recommend this vacation rental!
