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Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching!

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On the beach
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Kihei, HI
  • Popular LocationMaui Nui Golf Club3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKamaole Beach Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWailea Beach18 min drive
  • AirportKahului, HI (OGG)21 min drive

About this property

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

Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching!

On Maui's sunny south shore, is the romantic Honu’ea cottage, where quiet peaceful living is a way of life. Honu'ea (Hawksbill Turtle) is named after the endangered turtles that come and nest on the sandy shores in front of the property. Honu’ea is perfect for honeymooners or couples just wanting a unique tranquil getaway. The cottage is located on an acre of landscaped grounds with an unobstructed beachfront view of the Pacific Ocean. Just steps from the front door you can take long walks on miles of uncrowded sandy beach.

Honu’ea is a one bedroom, one bath Hawaiian style cottage. The cottage is located on the second story with its own private entrance. This cottage has a great open floor plan that allows for ocean views from almost every room. The master bedroom includes a king size bed, ample walk in closet for clothes and luggage, and a great view of the landscaped yard and ocean. The living space has an inviting sitting area with a relaxing sofa and chair and flat screen tv/dvd. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready for all your cooking needs. The cottage also has an amazing beachfront lanai with outdoor seating and BBQ. For the really hot Maui summer days the cottage has a central air conditioning unit.

The cottage is centrally located so you’re only a short walk away from great local restaurants, grocery stores, and shops. The neighborhood is walkable and local bus service is available.

W99438872-01 GE-184-324-0960-01 TA-184-324-0960-01
Keywords: Private Cottage

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

This property does not allow children

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 TA-184-324-0960-01, 390070020000, GE-184-324-0960-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Exclusive Beachfront Private Ocean Views AC Wifi Whale Watching
Exclusive Beachfront Private Ocean Views AC Wifi Whale Watching

About the neighborhood

Kihei

Located in Kihei, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kamaole Beach Park and Wailea Beach. Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Maui Fish Pipe are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters - 3 min drive
  • Maui Nui Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 13 min drive
  • Wailea Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului Airport (OGG) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pi'ilani Shopping Center - 18 min walk
  • Nalu's South Shore Grill - 5 min walk
  • Jack In The Box - 8 min walk
  • Da Kitchen - 6 min walk
  • Piko Cafe - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exclusive Beachfront Cottage, Private, Ocean Views, AC, WiFi, Whale Watching! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kihei cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Waipuilani Park and Waipuilani Beach. Maalaea Bay Beaches and Lava Fields are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical Heaven
It was incredible. The view and uniqueness of this cottage and property are superb. My husband and I had never in our lives been to the islands until this stay. (10 day stay). We knew we wanted a quiet, non-resort property and this was perfect! Everything you could need or want is just a few minutes away by car. We even walked to a near-by restaurant which was wonderful! Sitting on the deck watching and hearing the gentle ocean waves and many birds was surreal. It was truly a vacation to remember forever. I thank you so much for this beautiful private paradise!!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin R., Lakewood, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Cozy Hawaii Hideaway
Loved our stay here! Walking distance to sea turtles, short distances to some of the best, affordable restaurants Maui has to offer. Perfect for a couple's getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H., Bakersfield USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Found
The cottage was a perfect place to celebrate our 18th Anniversary. It came with everything we needed and more. Great experience, and the location in a quiet neighborhood was ideal. Even the turtles arrived each night!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Solana Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful haven
The cottage was a perfect place for my husband and I to relax and unwind, even watch whales from the lanai! It really looks just like it does in the photos, gorgeous ocean views and on a peaceful street yet walking distance to restaurants and food trucks. The place was very well equipped, even providing beach chairs for our use. We hope we can return again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally Awesome!
This place was so quiet and beautiful. Saw turtles everyday right on the beach out back and whales all the time. The place was clean and so fun to stay at. The little deck has such a great view! We were right in the mix of all the fun things to do in Kihei and walked most evenings just to enjoy. We will come back! Thank you for an amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location - What is not to love!
We visited for our honeymoon and had a great time. Great location with an awesome view. A minute walk to the beach. If you visit, make sure to check out the beach at night as we found over 10 large turtles resting on the beach for the night. Bed was very comfortable. The place had plenty of space for two people. Location was fabulous. You are minutes away from lots of shopping and restaurants. If you are visiting, make sure to check out the food trucks on Alahele Pl. The location is also very private and did not feel touristy at all. The host was easy to communicate with and answered any questions quickly.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious location and space
We had a wonderful stay with a very nice unit and great views, close to the beach, turtles on the beach, great little neighborhood close to stores and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashly G., Stoneville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was our first visit to Maui and this cottage was EXACTLY what we were looking for. Quiet, comfortable and tucked away. Bed was comfortable (for reference we sleep on a tempurpedic). I felt the cottage to be very neat and clean. Amber left a sweet little gift for us upon arrival. Also, had some cold waters in the fridge which we really appreciated because we arrived so late and didn’t have time to stop at the market. Views from the cottage were lovely. We walked the beach daily and took a dip a few of the days. Water is shallow but if you walk a little further down the beach you can find more swim-able depths. We saw turtles multiple days and even saw whales (ps we brought binoculars). Not sure why the other reviewer complained of the washer/ dryer. They worked well and weren’t especially noisy in my opinion. Plenty of glassware . We felt the couch to be comfortable for 2 people and enjoyed winding down with tv at night. This cottage created beautiful memories for us and we look forward to visiting again in the summer!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect stay
This was the perfect place to stay, private and quiet to spend a 25th anniversary. We absolutely loved it. We will highly recommend this place to anyone that goes to Maui.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacque C.

Liked: Cleanliness
OUTSTANDING!!!
This cottage is an absolute dream. The location, amenities and view all exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable and in close walking distance to many great restaurants and conveniences. Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Church Point, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem of a property!
The listing is extremely accurate, turtles were beautiful to watch, the view is amazing, very comfortable home while in Maui! The cottage had everything we needed and more. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Great rental
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Paradise
Beautiful views of the Maui sunset in a perfect location! Just a few steps to the beach where we watched the sea turtles make their way in and out of the sea every night. The cottage had everything we needed and was in walking distance of local stores and restaurants. If you’re a craft brew fan, Maui brewing and their beer garden is a must. Aloha!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical!
We had the best time. Amber is a great host and everything was perfect. Beautifully decorated, comfy bed, amazing view, and close to the beach. We saw over a dozen turtles on the beach the night before we left! The location is excellent for walks to dinner and easy access to everything there is to do in Maui. We loved our little piece of heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars
My husband and I had a perfect stay at Amber's
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Ronald J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular View - Unexpected Accomodations
The view is 5 stars. Enjoyed the beach, seeing the turtles at night. Easy access to the beach from the yard. The studio was a 3.75. It was clean, no frills. The chair and sofa is not designed for relaxing and watching TV in the evening. Had leftover open condiments in the refrigerator, opened and unopened alcoholic beverages, and spices left by previous guests in the unit. Bathroom had no facial tissue, shampoo, grab bars. The bath rugs had no slip resistant backing. If you don’t rent a car you will miss a lot of the island to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jude K., Ballston Spa, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise perfection
This was our 3rd trip to a Maui, and our absolute favorite, thanks to our stay in this wonderful cottage! The privacy, the views and sounds of the ocean from anywhere in the cottage were better than we had imagined. Turtles on the beach, whales breaching from the lanai - all amazing! The cottage was perfect, the bed was super comfortable. The amenities were great and the communication path to the property manager was flawless. Attentive, not disruptive. Overall we were on Cloud 10!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey I.

Liked: Cleanliness
It surpassed our expectations- fabulous experience
We can’t say enough about this incredible property. Perfect location and fully appointed. Beautifully designed we will be back. What an incredible gem.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean view cottage
A great place to stay! Amazing views! We could see whales from inside the cottage. Had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect cottage for 2!
Absolutely perfect little cottage! Beautiful, very well appointed and stocked. Bed, linens and towels were luxurious. Gorgeous full view of the ocean, and turtles everywhere!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cari F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Couple Hideaway!
This property was the perfect rental for my husband and me. The view is gorgeous, a quick walk to the beach for a morning stroll, evening view of the sunset or simply lounging during the day. The house had everything you would need. We walked most mornings to breakfast and other shops are within a couple of blocks. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

STACIE O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
This cottage by the sea is definitely a lil getaway. Little improvement to be had but nothing major. Everything was great from check in to check out. The evenings of watching turtles come in at night was the highlight of our trip. I would recommend water shoes for the rocky beach out front but there are areas down the beach that aren’t as bad. The recommendations Amber gave for the beaches were spot on. Locations to shopping were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Def Will Be Back
I mean, what more can you say about this place.. Perfect breezy little cottage, sea turtles every night, perfect sunsets and and waking up to blue sea views from the bed! My wife and I spent our honeymoon here and we couldn’t have asked for a better place! We traveled a lot over the island and our 9 day stay here started to feel like home! Good central location to all of the cities when you have a car. Until next time! :)
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug M., Mason, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon in paradise
My wife and I had an amazing stay at this house for our honeymoon. The home was as described and check in was easy and straight forward. Amber was a great host and very quick to respond to any questions we had. Make sure to check out the turtles coming up on the beach every night!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022