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Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Kihei, HI
  • Kamaole Beach Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kamaole Beach Park 3
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wailea Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach

Aloha!

Welcome to one of the best locations on the island! Located just under half a mile (or 5 minute walk) from the beach, surfing, park, restaurants, shops and stores. We have A/C in all rooms. Our private cottage offers complete relaxation for the perfect Maui vacation.

Our calendar is always up to date. Please inquire with any questions, we will try and respond within 1 hour!

We are LEGALLY licensed with the County of Maui. There are no extra fees besides Hawaii state accommodation and GE tax.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

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Located in the heart of sunny South Kihei in a safe and quiet neighborhood. We are near the famous Kamaole white sand beaches and are a 5 minute walk to just about everything:

- Kalama Beach Park (playground, tennis, volleyball, basketball, and more)

- Many restaurants, coffee shops, and bars

- Shops, boutiques, open air markets

- Farmers Market and Grocery store

- The Cove Beach Park (paddle boarding and beginner surfing)

- Kamaole Beach Park 1, 2, 3

Quick Drive (10 minutes):

- Wailea

- World class golf courses

- Airport (20 minute drive)

Simply walk to the bottom of street and you're in the heart of Kihei! Kalama Beach is located at the end of the road where you will find Kalama Park and "The Cove", the best surf spot on the south side of the island! Take surfing lessons or try stand up paddle boarding. Turn left and walk beyond Cove Park and you find Charley Young beach which is part of the famous Kamaole beaches. Turn right and you will find Kalama Village, the place for everything in Kihei. Kihei's Kalama Village offer unique shopping and dining experiences with great places to eat and over 40 vendors and boutiques!

In the morning, walk to the end of the street for breakfast and coffee at the best breakfast spot in Kihei, Kihei Cafe. Enjoy the gorgeous sunsets from your lanai at the house or at the beach from The Cove and Kalama park.

OUR HOME

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This is a detached cottage and it features:

- Modern kitchen with new cabinets and granite counter tops

- All new stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher

- 1 large bedroom with a king size bed

- Shared exterior covered washer and dryer

- Updated bathroom. The shower and toilet area is quite small. Please consider this if you have mobility issues before booking. To further clarify there is not a lot of space in front of the toilet so your knees may touch the wall while sitting. Also the shower is relatively small with a low shower head. We want our guests to be aware of this before booking.

PRIVATE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE IN YOUR OWN TROPICAL PARADISE

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The best part of this cottage is the outdoor space! Enjoy the tropical outdoor living area for soaking up the sun, reading a book in the shade, sipping your morning coffee, connecting with family and friends, or relaxing. The space features:

- Lounging space to relax or eat meals

- A 4 person dining table to enjoy meals outside

THE AMENITIES

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- All cookware and kitchen tools

- A fully stocked kitchen for all of your cooking needs including condiments

- Smart HD TV in the living room

- High speed WIFI

- Magazines, travel guides, books and games

- Bath towels, beach towels and all linens

- Kirkland Shampoo Conditioner and Bodywash

- Laundry detergent

- Pack N Play and high chair (upon request)


We pride ourselves on providing the same quality kitchenware, furnishings and cleanliness that you would expect in your own home. Our kitchen is fully stocked with everything you may need including coffee maker, blender, toaster, condiments and some dry foods.

The 5-star luxury Tuft and Needle king mattress in the bedroom features pressure relief support and cool sleeping technologies. We provide high quality linens and pillows to assures a good night’s sleep in a quiet neighborhood. Unlike a lot of vacation rentals who provide comforters that are not washed after each guest use, we change all of our bedding INCLUDING changing and washing the duvet covers after each check out.

FOR THE BEACH

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Enjoy use of beach chairs and an umbrella with no need to pay to rent them separately! We are a 5 minute walk to Kalama Park and "The Cove", the best surf spot on the south side of the island! Beach gear includes:
Beach gear includes:

-Tommy Bahama reclining beach chairs

-Beach umbrella


AN AUTHENTIC, LOCAL EXPERIENCE

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We live on the island and personally manage our vacation rental. We go above and beyond to provide you with the best experience. At the time of booking you are dealing with us directly, not a property manager. We are accessible and always respond promptly. We help get you acquainted with our home, answer any questions you may have when you arrive and give local suggestions and tips.

*Please Note*

This unit is a detached cottage on our property. There is another unit on the property that is completely detached and totally private. This is very common for properties in Maui.

Please see our other VRBO listing for the main house and our 5 star reviews!

https://www.vrbo.com/979134?unitId=1527089

HI Dept of Taxation Account Numbers:

General Excise Tax - GE-093-002-8032-01

Transient Accommodations Tax - TA-093-002-8032-01

KIHEI BEACH RENTAL
Permit #: STKM 2019/0002

Hawaii State Tax collected:

General Excise Tax 4.16%
Transient Accommodation Tax 10.25%

HOUSE RULES:

24 HR CONTACT: Tyler Baker: 808-830-9044

QUIET HOURS: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM
- During which time the noise from the Short-Term Rental
Home shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
- Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area
- Amplified sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries of the Short-Term Rental Home is prohibited

PARKING: Vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking spaces and shall not be parked on street.

GARBAGE: Garbage can is located near back of property to the right of the main house. Garbage days are Tuesday AM and Friday AM. Please drag the large brown garbage can with wheels to the curb on Monday and/or Thursday evenings.

RECYCLING: We strongly believe in and encourage recycling. HOWEVER: If you recycle please take all your recycling to Kihei Recycling and Redemption Center located at Welakahao Rd and Piilani Hwy at the end of your stay. This is located about a 3 minute drive from our house. The County of Maui does not pick up recycling and we are not always available to clean up guests recycling after the leave. So again... if you do recycle... PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE THE RECYCLING AT THE HOUSE.

PARTIES: No parties or group gatherings other than registered guests shall occur.

ACCESS: Check in 4:00 PM, Check-out 11:00 AM

Property manager

Laura
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number GE-088-178-1248-01, 390170540000, TA-088-178-1248-01

About the neighborhood

Kihei

Located in Kihei, this cottage is by the sea. Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum and Bailey House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kihei, HI

What's nearby

  • Kamaole Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kamaole Beach Park 2 - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Keawakapu Beach North - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Wailea Beach - 12 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Kahului Airport (OGG) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kihei Caffe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kihei Caffe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tradewinds Poolside Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Paia Fish Market South Side - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Three's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach?

As of Apr 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach on Apr 30, 2025 start from $403.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Modern 1BR/1BA Tropical Kihei Maui Cottage by the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cove Park, Kalama Beach Park, and Maui Fish Pipe. Kihei Kalama Village and Charley Young Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for beach goers and bar hoppers

Close to a beach and nightlife, we had a great time! Being close to day time activities like surfing and night life was great for a young couple like us. The outdoor area was calm and comfortable. Bathroom was a little tight to navigate .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation Rental

Very clean and well maintained. Kitchen well equipped, linens and towels first rate. A pleasant find was the South Maui Gardens, just 4 blocks down the street, dont miss the food trucks.. Just another block to the beach, grocery store and more shopping.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable unit within walking distance to beach and more

This unit is very well equipped with everything you need. The space is comfortable and spacious for two. Has a nice private patio area. It is easy to get to from the airport by car, has grocery options within a few miles, and is within walking distance of the beach and several restaurants. The owner is very responsive to needs. We'd be happy to stay her again if in Maui.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Nice stay before a work week

We enjoyed the location and outdoor spaces of this property. Everything was clean and well stocked. A few negatives. The oven isn't usable. The door will only open about 8" before hitting the adjacent door trim. The unit has multiple steps - one step up from great room to kitchen, two steps up from sink in the bathroom to the commode/shower. Not accessible for anyone with mobility issues. The listing mentioned hot tub. Never saw one. On the positives, the host was very responsive about maintenance issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming “Cottage” with a Good Location

Very nice place that is great for two people! We stayed there for a week. Pretty much every thing we needed for enjoying our “Beach Time” was provided.And definitely a short walk to get to the beach. The Kitchen was excellent and well stocked, including condiments. Only item worth mentioning is the Small stand up shower and toilet area. If you’re a Large person, this May be looking into.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, convenient, and comfortable

We stayed in Kihei for 4 nights and were very pleased with the cottage. It was very comfortable and perfectly located to walk to almost all destinations in Kihei.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Good place to stay. Easy process. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place! Bathroom WAY TOO SMALL!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

JAN C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Cottage in Kihei

Loved the patio area. Bathroom extremely small,,We are small people so I do not know how a large person could manage. Also two huge liabilities for the owner. The first being the step coming out of the bathroom. The second is the step from living area into the kitchen. As seniors we found them to be EXTREMELY dangerous !!! Mold in shower head, towel rack ready to fall off the wall, TV unable to watch for us ,as the sound needs to be repaired. Several huge roaches in the house .Neighbors extremely noisy!! Other than that, LOVED Hawaii and hated to leave. We really did enjoy our stay but thought the owner should be aware of the two steps before some gets seriously hurt.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach hq

The cottage was perfect for our family, walkable to a few places and an easy drive to anywhere else. Laundry, beach gear, and a pull out sofa were ideal for our family of 4, and the walkability and flowering tree next door made our stay amazing. The listing says two adults, and I agree, more than 2 adults would be cramped. Thanks for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tera

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we were looking for:)

We were looking for a quiet, safe location that had a king bed! Place was clean had a lot of amenities such as a grill outback that we didn’t use couple lawnchair‘s awning and snorkel gear, which was great. It might be in the listing we didn’t see it, so we brought our own, who is nice to have a laundry place as well be nice if they can figure out a way to do recycling but we understand.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

larry g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great vacation

very nice short walk to the park and beach and all the shops in Kehei
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maui vacation rental

The little bungalow was comfortable and in a perfect location to explore Maui. The owners were very responsive and took care of any needs we had. Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outdoor space takes it over the top

I love this unit. Tastefully decorated and clean but the outdoor space really takes it to the next level. Wish I could rent it for a year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location - had everything we needed!

The property was just as described - clean and had all the kitchen appliances we needed to cook every day during our stay. It was the perfect location in Kihei with easy walking access to many restaurants, stores, and the beach. Would definitely stay here again or recommend to anyone visiting!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Blair I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Okay but pricey

The A/C, laundry, and TV system are great, and the storage is ample. The lanai is sunny, private, and gives a nice sense of space. The general location is good, and the neighborhood is mostly quiet, but the road outside is very close and fairly busy for the area – not the best if you’re bothered by traffic. The living room is fine for two but probably not for more. There’s an awkward step down between the kitchen and living room. The bathroom sink area is great, but the shower/toilet is badly cramped — there’s maybe a foot between the shower and the toilet, and even less than that between the front of the toilet and the wall; it would not be workable for anyone with mobility issues or for larger people. Overall, for two fit adults it was okay but pricey.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy R., Wake Forest US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation spot!!

Cottage was very cozy and inviting. Very comfortable, walking distance from beach and restaurants/shops. Would love to come back!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cottage

A perfect sized cottage for two people. We loved the back patio. It was perfect for making lunch. Very clean space. Also the bed is SO comfortable and Ac works very well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gloria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved the location, bed was super comfy. Bathroom is odd and a bit cramped. Some of the beach supplies were a little beat up (chair had broken backpack straps, snorkels were dirty). Kitchen was pretty well stocked, but the oven doesn’t open all the way, so it only worked a bit. Laundry didn’t have detergent, but was extremely strongly scented from previous detergents. Washed a load of clothes without adding any detergent and they still came out really perfumed. We loved being able to walk down right into the heart of Kihei!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry C., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star cottage

This cottage is exactly as disclosed on VRBO both in terms of narrative and photos. Quiet, residential neighborhood near the beach and shops. We emailed the owners twice with questions and they responded immediately. We ate at the cottage a lot and enjoyed the well stocked kitchen and barbecue in our private yard. All positive, no negatives.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Traci M., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location to experience Maui

This cottage is in a great location - Kihei is the perfect town to experience island life and it's easy to get anywhere else on the island. The house is a nice spot for 2 people, clean and had pretty much everything we needed. Agree with another guest that the bathroom was cramped/small, but manageable. Nice to have access to washer/dryer, too. Fenced back yard was great - gave us a place to dry our beach items. We were out and about every day, so spent very little time actually in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute!

This cottage was very cozy and cute! It is in a great location, super close to beaches and a lot of restaurants. The bathroom was pretty small/cramped and there were some ants (even though we weren't leaving food out), but other than that the place and the stay was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

heather m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome little cottage!

We enjoyed our stay very much! We had everything we needed and we especially loved how comfortable the bed was!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laura

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Originally from Vancouver, BC Canada, we decided to follow our dream of one day living in Maui. We married in Oahu in November 2014 and moved to Maui in August 2015. We love everything about this island and have never looked back!

Why they chose this property

Kihei is situated on the wouth side of the island and is known as one of the sunniest and driest areas on Maui. We purchased this property because of the central location. We love that the cottage is close to everything Kihei has to offer yet is just far enough away to feel peaceful and quiet. When we bought the property is was in need of a complete remodel. We were up for the challenge and are so happy with how it turned out!

What makes this property unique

The cottage is completely renovated and modern. We chose more modern furnishings compared to the more traditional, tropical style furnishings typically seen in Hawaii. We invested extra money into a new mattress so we can provide our guests with a comfortable sleep, just like you would get in your own home. Our favorite thing about the cottage is the lanai. We love spending mornings and evenings outside on the lanai enjoying the sunrise or sunset, dinners, coffee in the morning or just lounging with a book.

Languages:

English

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