Wonderful Vacation Home

Guest: Jonathan2010 (NY, NY)
Date of Stay: 12/24/09 Review Submitted: 01/07/10

My family and I recently returned from a 10 day stay at the “Beautiful Butterfly” in Maui. There were 10 of us, ranging in age from 12 to 70 years old. To a person, each has stated that they had the best vacation ever. The home is spacious enough to accommodate gathering the entire family together, yet also provides enough privacy to steal away for an afternoon nap. The pool and hot tub area are even more amazing than the photos suggest. Sunsets are not to be missed. Every amenity is provided for. Every design feature in the house is extremely well thought out. You will marvel at the quality of the finishes. You can walk to the beach and Shops at Wailea, but probably better for the older folks to take a car as the walk back to the house is mostly uphill and can be tiresome, especially in the hot sun. You’ll end up wanting to spend most of your time at the house, around the pool, cooking on the bbq and just enjoying each other’s company. Can’t wait to return some day!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

What an incredible home!

Guest: Ryan G.
Date of Stay: 01/05/12 Review Submitted: 02/07/12

Well, here I am four weeks later providing my feedback regarding this incredible South Maui home. I really did not want to leave. Our 7 night stay was beyond fantastic. Thank you very much. A little background here: we are Maui regulars. My inlaws live "upcountry" and this was my 15th visit in the past 19 years. I am not a local haole, per se, but my frequent visits allow me (via my wife) to see and feel the islands just like she did growing up here as a "kid". I/we have combed about every inch of this island. We have stayed with family plenty of times, but on this very special occasion in which we hosted some cousins that had never visited Hawaii before, we did major research on where we wanted to stay on Maui AND what type of home we wanted to stay in. *My suggestion for any island that you visit is to list what you want to do on that island and then find which accomodations will help you make that a reality. We wanted a killer house near the water with a pool...We scored! Without hesitation, this is THE BEST house that we've ever rented in Maui. Period. And, we've rented some great houses over the years. Nani Pulelehua is perfectly set on a small sloping hill just above the upper Kihei highway. The elevation is ideal so that you can see the water and sunsets and neighboring islands and Haleakala and Makena/La Perouse and Wailea right out the back lanais and balconies! This home is located in a great neighborhood and everything you need is 5-10 minutes away at best. The wonderful innkeepers will guide you with anything you need....I promise. The home itself is incredible. The Owner, being an Architect, built this house to afford the scenic views as well as offer an enormous living space. The breezes from Haleakala come through the louvered shutters, huge windows showcase the big Pacific...but the home still feels very private. The bedrooms are exquisite and tastefully designed, the beds are very comfortable, the showers and bathrooms ridiculously nice! Good luck deciding who gets the Master Bedroom! We found the gourmet kitchen to be the absolute perfect spot for each meal. You could feed a small army in there on the massive countertops. The kitchen had everything you desire to cook and entertain; huge refrig + pantry, pots and pans, a double stove/oven, dishes galore.....bbq outside by the pool. Overall, THE BEST! You will see us again soon. Aloha.

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the best vacation rental i have ever stayed in...

Guest: nyc escapee (new york city)
Date of Stay: 12/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/19/11

I travel a lot, and i've definitely rented my fair share of vacation properties, but I can say unequivocally that nane pulelehua was far and away the closest i've come to staying in the perfect place. from the impeccable views on the hill overlooking the ocean, to the flawless overall design of the house....from the gorgeous pool and patio area, to the wealth of amenities both inside and out...from the impeccable location to the welcoming hospitality of the property's caretakers (and parents of the owner!)...there was literally NOTHING i could have changed to make our stay there more memorable and enjoyable. i'm counting the days until i return, as i KNOW staying at this gorgeous home will be a long-standing tradition if i have my way.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

A Truly Wonderful Experience...

Guest: Matt (Ft. Worth, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/13/10 Review Submitted: 07/06/10

Simply put - any description of this property (pictures, words) will not do it justice. Unbelievable home... Gorgeous setting... Having been to Maui before (and with plans to return again), I'd be hard-pressed not to want to rent this property again. If you are considering this rental, do yourself a favor and firm the commitment today. You will not be disappointed!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: okinawa_gi (-)
Date of Stay: 02/16/10 Review Submitted: 04/20/10

Congrats again to very talented and design savvy owners for creating and sharing this beautiful home. After seven days, my family and I all were amazed at the quality (and value) of this rental property. Between the toys (we only used 3 of the 6 tv's :) inside and outside (thanks for beach gear and kayak) and the fully applianced kitchen, there was plenty to keep folks "busy". Yet, despite its ammeneties and luxury we all felt very much at home. Very quiet and peaceful at night with breathtaking 180 degree views of the ocean and sky. You can even see the many whales playing in the distance! And the sunsets by the pool--ridiculous!!!

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Guest: Jonathan2010 (-)
Date of Stay: 12/25/09 Review Submitted: 04/20/10

My family and I recently returned from a 10 day stay at the “Beautiful Butterfly” in Maui. There were 10 of us, ranging in age from 12 to 70 years old. To a person, each has stated that they had the best vacation ever. The home is spacious enough to accommodate gathering the entire family together, yet also provides enough privacy to steal away for an afternoon nap. The pool and hot tub area are even more amazing than the photos suggest. Sunsets are not to be missed. Every amenity is provided for. Every design feature in the house is extremely well thought out. You will marvel at the quality of the finishes. You can walk to the beach and Shops at Wailea, but probably better for the older folks to take a car as the walk back to the house is mostly uphill and can be tiresome, especially in the hot sun. You’ll end up wanting to spend most of your time at the house, around the pool, cooking on the bbq and just enjoying each other’s company. Can’t wait to return some day!

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Another 5 stars!!!

Guest: okinawa_gi (okinawa, japan)
Date of Stay: 02/16/10 Review Submitted: 03/02/10

Congrats again to very talented and design savvy owners for creating and sharing this beautiful home. After seven days, my family and I all were amazed at the quality (and value) of this rental property. Between the toys (we only used 3 of the 6 tv's :) inside and outside (thanks for beach gear and kayak) and the fully applianced kitchen, there was plenty to keep folks "busy". Yet, despite its ammeneties and luxury we all felt very much at home. Very quiet and peaceful at night with breathtaking 180 degree views of the ocean and sky. You can even see the many whales playing in the distance! And the sunsets by the pool--ridiculous!!! Thanks also for on-site caretakers for hosting and helping during our stay.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

A HOME WITHOUT EQUAL

Guest: HENRYG (LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA )
Date of Stay: 07/11/09 Review Submitted: 09/10/09

I have read all of the reviews posted here, and every single one of them is true, and complete, so it is difficult to feel I have anything to add here . . . but I'll try. The word that sums up my family's time at The Butterfly House is "MAGIC"! Yes, the architecture is perfect, the setting beyond your wildest imagination and the location more convenient than you could hope for, but when you walk through the door, and go from room to room, from inside to outside, from upstairs to downstairs, what you feel is serenity and grace. You are instantly home, for however long you have the good fortune to stay there. We were a family of 6, and no matter what each of us did during the day in Maui, we all looked forward to coming back to the house at night, watching the sunset and reconnecting -- this house, this space invites closeness and interaction, and yet is designed in such a way that we could each escape to our own private corner of paradise. Let me add, for what it is worth, we have been coming to Maui almost every year over the last 20 years: we have stayed in houses, condos, hotels, cottages, and some structures that defy a label. This house and the experience we had staying here provided an absolute once-in-a-lifetime vacation that none of us will ever forget -- we all still talk about it almost every day, and we've already been home 2 months! That is the kind of impression you are left with when you leave. If you find yourself in a position where you are able to afford this level of luxury and comfort, or if like me, you saved up almost a year to have this ultimate Maui vacation, my advice: DO IT! Stop thinking, start planning and start packing for a retreat that will change the rest of your life. We did, and I will never forget or regret my decision. Thank you for sharing this architectural masterpiece with us. You gave us MAGIC, and we can't put a price on that.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Best Ever

Guest: JC3 (Benton)
Date of Stay: 07/03/09 Review Submitted: 07/16/09

This was our sixth trip to the islands, and our fifth to Maui. We have stayed in resorts, condos, and two other rental houses, but this one tops them all. The house was spacious, well designed, and the flow-through ventilation was superior. The house has air-conditioning, but because of the cross-ventilation it was seldom needed. The kitchen was well equipped and large enough for all eight of us to gather in. There are two master suites, one upstairs and one downstairs, and two other bedrooms which share a bath. As an architect myself, I really appreciated the attention to detail and quality of construction contained in this house. The infinity edge pool and outdoor kitchen was an outstanding area to relax and watch the wonderful Maui sunsets. The pool has a large "beach area" which is relatively shallow and was a great place for our small granddaughter to play. The house is located in a neighborhood, but because of the way it is located on the site, it affords complete privacy. It is also high enough on the side of the hill to have terrific views of the ocean and adjacent islands, but is just a five minute drive from Keawakapu Beach, one of the nicest beaches on the island. We've found our home on Maui!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Quite Exceptional

Guest: DD+LL (Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/14/09 Review Submitted: 04/01/09

We can never go back to Maui again and stay anywhere else! Nani Pulelehua is truly an exceptional property. We had a dream vacation. The home goes 'above and beyond' one's expectations...from the wonderful views, infinity pool/hot tub/outdoor eating area to a beautifully decorated interior. We were two families on holiday together - who found the property ideally situated from the best beaches in Maui (our best - Big Beach and Makena - swimming with the turtles!), great shopping for the girls, lots of golf courses and close to grocery stores. What a treat it was to cook in a state of the art kitchen - WOW to the HUGE granite kitchen/dining room table. Plenty of room for everyone to help out, relax, find a quiet spot. We would not hesitate to recommend this property to friends. Thank you once again for such a wonderful holiday in your 'beautiful butterfly'.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.