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5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm

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Interior
On the beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm

Guests rave about their stay at our condo. Pictures cannot fully convey the peaceful, positive energy of this special unit. Please check out the YouTube video at the end of the slideshow for the view from the lanai balcony. We are dedicated to ensuring our guests have a wonderful time.

We do not charge a damage deposit. Cleaning costs are $180 and per booking plus a $50 admin fee.

VRBO/HomeAway will not allow us to specify the number of guests as two adults and two children—so we are forced to put down that we host 4 people. The suite is a 1 bedroom condo with a comfortable queen size pull out sofa.

We DO NOT require any damage deposit—we never charge for broken things or swim gear that does not make it back from the beach. Accidents happen, and you should be able to use our condo and our swim gear with full enjoyment—not always fearful of a damage charge. All we ask is to simply let us know so we can replace the item for our next guests.

Yes, our Condo UNIT ITSELF is actual OCEANFRONT.

Ocean WAVES crash just BELOW LANAI—60 Ft.—Located RIGHT ON Maalaea Bay, Maui, Hawaii, USA. Convenient Central Maui, 20 minutes from Kahului Airport, Kihei, or Lahaina.

Accommodation is a second-floor condominium that sleeps 4. One bedroom with a queen-size bed, and the beautiful living room couch is a convertible, queen-sized sofa bed. One full bath.

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QUICK SUMMARY OF ATTRIBUTES:
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You have come to the right spot to enjoy the VERY BEST OF MAUI. Our Maalaea Bay Home is very desirable:
* Oceanfront with the waves beneath the lanai.
* Central location – close to the airport in Kahului, Wailuku, Kihei, and Lahaina
* On a quiet, low-traffic, peaceful street (aptly named 'Hauoli'—meaning happy or delightful)
* Adjoins a 700-acre wetland that is a preserved National Wildlife Refuge; supports a diverse variety of migratory birds, featuring four miles of undeveloped, sandy, uncrowded beach
* DUCTED AIR conditioning to BOTH living room and bedroom with remote control for separate temperatures in each room—unlike most others advertised, which are merely 'window shaker' A/C units
* Largest pool in Maalaea—now passively heated via rooftop circulation of pool water
* Free WIRELESS BROADBAND INTERNET—work inside or outside
* Cable TV with dozens of channels
* Free long distance calls to the mainland—both USA & Canada
* Bushnell binoculars for whale watching or stargazing

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DETAILED BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
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You will have the peaceful sound of the ocean crashing ashore from your fully-equipped, lighted lanai; a restful sound that resonates throughout the spacious living and dining areas. You will breathe in the gorgeous unobstructed daytime view of all of Maalaea Bay, Molokini crater crescent, Kihei, and Mount Haleakala. Stunning sunrises over Mount Haleakala (for those few willing to get up at that hour, it is worth it).

The evenings are just as special; enjoy the soft romance of warm breezes, the tiki-torch-lit shoreline, the sight of a CLEAR MOON-RISE over majestic Mount Haleakala, the light shimmering across the bay.

You will appreciate this one-of-a-kind location. This condo is on the one and only residential street in Ma’alaea Harbor. Enjoy strolling down this quiet tree-lined sidewalk, listening to the birds, and inhaling the delicate fragrance of plumeria blossoms.

At the end of the road is Haycraft Park, just a short walk from the condo. This is where you will either enjoy swimming in sparkling clear waters or start your walk along four miles of beautiful, uncrowded, sandy beach bordering the Kealia National Wildlife Refuge. The walk from our condo to the park is 1/4 mile walk; or you can drive since there is a small lot at the park.

The wildlife refuge was established in 1992 and is home to endangered native water birds, and hosts migratory ducks and shorebirds in fall, winter, and spring. This refuge provides 700 acres of some of the last remaining natural wetland habitat in the State of Hawaii. Kealia Pond is nearly 250 acres when full. The refuge is adjacent to Kealia Beach, which is a nesting ground for the endangered hawksbill turtle.

More than 31 species of birds, such as the endangered Hawaiian stilt and coot, and migrant waterfowl and shorebirds such as the Pacific golden plover use this refuge. You can approach the refuge from your walk along the ocean, or use the roadway to access an interpretive kiosk and boardwalk along the beach and refuge mudflats.

In summer months, the Refuge Pond shrinks, and many more shorebirds congregate here to take advantage of food exposed as the pond recedes. As the pond shrinks, fish are crowded into the remaining water, making them easy prey for black-crowned, night herons.

Another advantage of the CENTRAL LOCATION OF MAALAEA BAY is the proximity of so many attractions, all within easy walking distance. You can stroll to the nearby FIVE-STAR restaurants, the Maui Ocean Center and Aquarium, the Yacht Marina with tour boats for deep-sea fishing and whale watching tours, The Pacific Whale Foundation, and the Maalaea Harbor Village shops and restaurants.

Within the Maalaea Bay community of ten condominiums, Maalaea Kai, the building of Our Ma'alaea Home, stands out as an outstanding facility with well-groomed grounds. Barbecue is a delightful experience, with three grills and dining area just on the shoreline. Relax in the large heated pool, while enjoying the view of the crashing waves.

You will find everything spotlessly clean and completely furnished for all of your needs.

The AIR CONDITIONING is ducted from outside to BOTH the front and rear of our condominium, with INDIVIDUAL REMOTE CONTROLS for each room, affording desired, quiet comfort. FREE BROADBAND Internet plug-in cable hookup is provided.

We have maintained our home as a SMOKE-FREE, pet-free environment for the enjoyment of our guests. Please do not smoke on the lanai inasmuch as the smoke travels to other units. There is no smoking on any of the grounds.

KEYWORDS: oceanfront, peaceful, clean, quiet, full air conditioning, wildlife refuge

Property manager

Gwen Randall-Young

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking on Lanai or Maalaea Kai property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 546 sq ft (51 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Living room queen size couch folds out for 2nd bed

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2380140210035, TA-180-791-2960-01, GE-180-791-2960-01

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Condo

About the neighborhood

Map
Wailuku, HI

What's nearby

  • Maui Ocean Center - 5 min walk
  • Maalaea Harbor - 9 min walk
  • Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters - 12 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 19 min drive
  • Wailea Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului Airport (OGG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nalu's South Shore Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Maui Tropical Plantation - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Da Kitchen - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm located?

Located in Wailuku, this beachfront condo building is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of West Maui Mountains and Maalaea Harbor. Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

5 STAR OCEANFRONT—FANTASTIC VIEW & AMENITIES—Newly Renovated Kitchen, Living Rm Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a great location and property is well maintained
It was a very pleasant stay
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chantrell C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Overall a simple clean one bedroom condo. Beautiful view from balcony. Great communication from owner
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property, Central Location
We had selected this property based on the many postiive reviews and the 4.98 rating. Our goal was to find a property that was more central to spots all over the island. The unit was well appointed, very clean and easy to find. Our host provided excellent check-in instructions along with very thorough household instructions. One of our biggest surprises was the vastness of the outdoor grounds and the views from the property. Sea turtles were constantly in the rocks eating away at the sea grasses. The boat activity from the nearby harbor was very entertaining as well. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us!
We traveled to many different locations on the island and our "base" was central to all of them. The place was clean and cozy. The kitchen made eating in a breeze. We would definitely recommend staying here for anyone looking to see as much of Maui as possible!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

James B.

Unit 216
Unit was clean views of Maalaea Bay were beautiful Kitchen was very nicely redone. Only one bathroom in unit it could use some work. The tub does not drain. You stand in 3 inches of water every time you shower there’s a note that says hair will clog the drain, but that’s not the issue I have no hair. View of the bay from Lanai is beautiful, but the outdated old metal furniture set you right at railing Height and blocks your view, they could have updated lanai furniture that lifted you above the railing or maybe a lounging chair The description says washer and dryer, but no washer and dryer in the unit. You must go down the hall and pay if you need to use the washer and dryer. We’ve been coming to Maalaea Bay for 30 years fishing, it was nice, but the bathroom could be updated putting a closet washer dryer and would be no big deal and updating the patio furniture would be fantastic. I give it three stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIM C., Santa Maria Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Maalea Harbor
The view was stunning, location centrally located to all activities. I would highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay✨
Gwen and her assistant was great to deal with, good communication. For us, it was the perfect location! Again, Thank you, Gwen!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tania J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Ocean Front Views
This was our first time not staying on the west side of Maui. What we loved about this location was how close to the airport and Costco we were. The grounds of this condo building are absolutely beautiful. They are so well taken care of. There are ample sun loungers on the grounds as well as in the pool area. The condo itself was perfect for our family of three. The kitchen had everything we could possibly need and we loved that the freezer had an automatic icemaker. We made most of our own dinners and the BBQ area was perfect for that. The large lanai made for excellent whale watching. It was also a huge bonus that the condo supplied beach chairs, boogie boards , and a cooler bag. While the condo itself could use some updating, we know from other reviews that Gwen is planning that at some point. By no means did that take away from our vacation. Gwen was also very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely recommend this condo.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Excellent Location!
This is a bit of an older unit so If you’re looking for an updated condo- this may not be the place for you. With that being said let me tell you ALL the pros! You are right on the water and if it’s whale season like it was for us there’s no need to book a whale watch.. they are right there in the bay. Gwen even provides binoculars! For anyone concerned about the mattress reviews, please note that there was a brand new firm mattress in place when we arrived! Another thing to note is you have a reserved parking spot.. this is such a luxury. We did come home once to a worker parking in it but they moved without an issue. The biggest pro for us was the location. Being central made it easy to get around and do everything we wanted. I also want to mention communication- Gwen always responds quickly which gives you the feeling of security knowing if you have any problems she will be on it right away.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P., Port Orchard WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet location
Wonderful location. Bathroom needs updating and the tv was difficult to use, but otherwise was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
Lovely condo right in the water. Sit on the balcony and watch the waves, sunset, sunrise, stars. Turtles in the morning in the rocks right off the property. Well equipped kitchen with ice maker. Beach towels, chairs, cooler. Nice pool and short walk to a beach. There is a good breeze if you open the bedroom window and balcony sliding door. AC works well. Items to note: the condo is directly under the flight path, so you’ll hear a lot of airplanes. This is the windiest part of the island, but did not bother us. Bathroom could use an update. Not near much, so expect to drive for restaurants, groceries etc. TV is quite small. As others mentioned, the bed could use an update. A bed in a box would be a big improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armando B.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars place
This is your home if you want privacy and beautiful view
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dale B.

Good for a budget vacation
PROS: The view - oceanfront so the constant sound of the waves is soothing. One of the most gorgeous views to wake up to that we have ever experienced! Quiet - never once were we disturbed by other guests, traffic, or crowds. Location - about a five-minute walk to the harbor, Maui Ocean Center, the nearest beach and a small local grocer that serves a very decent breakfast and lunch. Grounds - beautiful landscaping, nice pool, laundry facilities and grill area. We even saw numerous turtles at the sea wall! CONS: TV - It takes three remotes and a page full of instructions to operate the tv. And we boomers never could figure it out so my husband did without football for the week. A/C - it is loud! The unit on the lanai sounds like an airplane taking off and after a while, it is annoying. Bed - needs a new mattress and when I stripped the linens upon check-out, we saw many stains on the mattress. Cleanliness - the entire unit needs a top to bottom cleaning and a fresh paint job. We had a few issues and the owner was very quick to send someone to take care of it. OVERALL: I would definitely stay here again. It is very budget friendly. You'll understand what I mean when you venture down to Wailea/Makena area. So if you don't want to spend a fortune on accommodations, this is a great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana W., Plano, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in paradise
Beautiful location. Lovely view. Well maintained grounds. Close parking. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We loved staying at Gwen’s condo in Maalaea and for us the location was perfect. The view is beyond magical and it was really relaxing sitting on the lanai watching the sun set and rise and hear the waves. The condo had everything we needed. Would love to come back here in the future . The communication with the owner was great and she answered right away when we had a question about something.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome VRBO
We really enjoyed staying at this VRBO. The views were awesome and seeing the turtles daily was amazing. We're SCUBA divers and it is super close to one of the ports used. This was great for those 6:30AM dive boat meeting times. ;) Lots of kitchen appliances available, AC worked great, parking is easy peasy, and its central location is a great home base to go both North or South on the west side of the island. We hit some weather at the very end of our stay and the host was VERY accomodating allowing us a late check-out due to a changed flight time and even offered an extra day for us if the flight got cancelled. (Thanks, Gwen!) We'd definitely recommend this VRBO to a friend and look forward to another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Cindy X.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our stay….
We made the most out of our vacation and enjoyed what was made up to us. The beach front was gorgeous. We spot a few turtles on our last day and it was nice to wake up and enjoyed a cup of coffee on the balcony. The host was attentive and always responsive to our needs and questions. Upon arriving from a long flight, we were tired and everyone just wanted to sleep. While making our bed, I noticed a few things not up to standard such as sofa bed cover stained (looks like pee, it was yellow) from who knows when, pillows with sweats stains from maybe last several stay and old sheets that had a smell on like it’s been sitting for a while. (Think of sheets you wash and stored away for a long time and when taken out to use, its collects a weird smell). When communicated to the host, Gwen was apologetic and said she’s disappointed and it’s never happened before. A small refund ($110) given back to us for the inconvenience. The house keeper went to Target and dropped off new sheets. I was communicated new pillows were going to be dropped off but never did. Our family came for a vacation and everything should have been perfect but it wasn’t. We tried to make the best out of it. The highlight of our stay was the view, otherwise the unit is a bit outdated and could use fresh paint and new furniture. There were beach towels, camping chairs available to the guest, if needed. Also boggie boards and binocular. Not intended to be a bad review but just an honest review.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C., McMinnville, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base for first trip to Maui!
Very nice condo in Maalea! Clean, great little kitchen, porch overlooking Maalea bay! Saw herd of turtles (actually, correct word is "bale" of turtles) right off the front lawn area. Very easy walk to restaurant, shops in Maalea village. Good "home base" for travels around Maui.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Honeymoon Stay
It was a perfect week with my newly wedded wife in a perfect location to check out everything the island of Maui had to offer. We did not have a SINGLE issue with anything and the place was FULL of all the essentials we needed for the week and MORE! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View
Location Location Location. On the ocean. Spotlessly clean, turtles and the best swimming pool on Maui
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Gwen's place in Ma'alaea was perfect for visiting Maui. It's centrally located, making trips to Wailea-Makena, Kihei, and Lahaina a breeze. The sunrise is beautiful from the lanai, and the view is breathtaking, including whales and turtles in the bay. We highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

LINGYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful and quiet place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith m., Victoria, BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Condo
This is a great condo with a great location in the center of Maui. You can't go wrong in this location where you can watch the whales from you balcony.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

terry h.

Pleasant stay
Good location, adequately furnished. Met our needs
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ma'alaea Gem
View off the lanai is spectacular. Condo is simple but very clean and well equipped. Bed was very comfortable. The grounds and pool very well taken care of. Thx for a great vacay!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023