Location: Kihei Akahi, South Kihei (Kamaole I & II Beaches Area), Kihei, South Maui, Maui, Hawaii, USA (Central, South Maui Location. 14 miles to airport.) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Condominium
Aloha! Welcome to my home at Kihei Akahi. My one-bedroom Maui condo, located in sunny Kihei, is the perfect place to spend your Hawaiian vacation. My spacious (696 SF), ground-floor condo with lanai opening out onto a large lawn, has been tastefully decorated and comfortably furnished to provide you with a feeling of home away from home.
Inside is your own washer and dryer, ceiling fans, and a fully-equipped kitchen. In addition, the condo has an eclectic library of books and VCR tapes -- several featuring Hawaiian history and/or culture -- to enhance your vacation experience.
Several times a year, I personally visit to decorate and make sure that my condo provides the best vacation experience possible for my guests. Please click on my web pages below for the latest pictures.
The Kihei Akahi complex boasts lovely tropical landscaped grounds with plumeria trees, hibiscus and other mature, lush Hawaiian plants. Across the street is sandy Kamaole Beach II. Here you will be able to catch the rays of the sun (wear sunscreen!) or swim and snorkel in the gentle surf. In the evenings the sunsets provide many opportunities to capture that special photo by which you will remember your time in Hawaii.
Wheelchair Accessible. (Please discuss needs with owner before booking.) Pets are NOT allowed. NO Smoking Please!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Window AC in living room.
- Linens Provided : Plenty of bath, kitchen and beach towels.
- Elevator : Access to the condo is also available using steps and lawn in front of the lanai.
- Washer : New washer/dryer combo in the condo.
- Dryer : New washer/dryer combo in the condo.
- Off Street Parking : Reserved spot in lot immediately behind my condo.
- Beds
- King Bed : Guests love my traditional king-sized mattress with memory foam topper. Get your best sleep ever! The bedroom contains a soundproof window that can be left open or closed depending on the sleep needs of the guests.
- Convertible Bed : There is a new Queen sofa bed in the living room. It has a comfortable, high quality mattress suitable for children or adults.
- Child Bed : Blow-up bed with linens also available.
- Crib : There is a playpen bed for infants and small toddlers.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 26 inch Vizio flat panel TV.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Varied topics. About 20 tapes and DVDs -- some with Hawaiian themes. In addition, there is a small library of about 200 books -- many of them recent best sellers -- for those who like to read.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Two CDs with Hawaiian Slack-key guitar music. One Hawaiian Chistmas CD.
- Shared Pool : Two pools are in the complex. The upper pool is just a few steps from the condo's lanai/patio. The pool area has BBQs and tables as well as lounge chairs.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Kitchen was updated with new cabinets and countertops in 2005. Coffee maker, grinder, plus many other extras--everything you will need. Appliances are new within the last six years.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : My guests say I have the best-equipped kitchen of all the condos that they have rented.
- Refrigerator : New and Full-size.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : In the common area near the pool (very close by)
- Lanai : Glass table and four chairs for dining are on the lanai. It is just a short distance from the pool area and the BBQs.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : The Kihei Akahi complex is immediately across the street from Kamaole II Beach which is a favorite for swimming, sunning, or snorkeling. The beach has picnic tables, showers, bathrooms, and a lifeguard. My unit is in the back of the complex away from the noise of the street.
- Communications
- Telephone : Local calls are free. Calling card or cell phone required for long distance. There is an answering machine in the condo to capture voice messages.
- Computer : FREE: A Dell Laptop connected to the internet via cable is provided to guests.
- Broadband Internet : FREE: You may choose to bring your laptop and plug into provided cable if you prefer to work using your own computer instead of the laptop provided to guests.
- Other Amenities
- In-room Safe, Answering Machine, Linens, Beach Towels and Chairs, Beach Umbrella, Ironing Board and Iron, Boogie Board, and Ice Chest are provided. Snorkelers will appreciate the quality fins (six sizes!), masks, and snorkels in the condo for guests to use.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Hallways are wide. There is elevator and lawn access to the condo. However, this is not a true handicapped accessible unit. No internal modifications made to bath or other facilities to make them accommodate handicapped persons. Please discuss needs with owner before booking. There may be some limitations that make this unit inappropriate for handicapped guests.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : There is wheelchair access to the unit through elevators or lawn. Unit is spacious. However, this is not a true wheelchair-accessible unit. No internal modifications made to bath or other facilities to make them accommodate persons confined to wheelchairs. Please discuss needs with owner before booking. There may be some limitations that make this unit inappropriate for wheelchair-confined guests.
- Kid Friendly : This is a ground-floor unit with immediate access to a large lawn.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25 years of age.
- Smoking Not Allowed : NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED IN THIS UNIT or ON THE LANAI. Kihei Akahi has designated smoking areas on the grounds of the complex.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Maui Ocean Center Aquarium -- a must see. Centrally located to all of Maui activities. The Maui Bus runs on South Kihei Rd on which the Kihei Akahi complex is located. Those guests who prefer not to rent an automobile will find that the bus provides good access to much of the island.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SUMMER RATES (2012) ... April 16 to Dec 20 (Minimum* 4 nts).
... $95/nt (1-6 nts); $88/nt (7-14 nts); $82/nt (15-27 nts); 28+ nts. Inquire
HOLIDAY 2011/2012 RATES...Dec 20-Jan 5 (Min 4) $125/nt(1-6 nts); $120/nt(7+ nts.)
WINTER RATES ... Jan 6,2012 - Apr 15, 2012 ... (Minimum* 7 nts).
... $115/nt (1-6 nts); $105/nt (7-21 nts); 22 + nts: inquire
3-4% surcharge for credit card payments. *Less than min.okay between res.
Dbl/Occ. 1st child < 16 free. Extra person is $10 ea. per nite. Max. 4 persons
Extra: Exit cleaning -- $100; Taxes --13.4167%. $200 refundable damage deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Maui Condo Across from Beach-- Free Internet & Air!
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Kihei Akahi
The first time I stayed at the Kihei Akahi complex where I now own a condo was in 1987. Previously, I had always stayed in the Kaanapali area in one of the hotels. My friends with whom I was traveling and I really liked the relaxed pace of Kihei and the spaciousness of one bedroom condos. Subsequently all of my return visits have been to this part of the island. When I finally decided to buy my own condo, I checked out many other properties as well but found that, for me, Kihei Akahi offered the best value. I liked the spaciousness of the units and having immediate access to the ocean across the street where I could snorkel or swim. Complexes in North Kihei, are near beaches that are not good for snorkeling or swimming. I also liked that I could walk to shops and restaurants -- a feature that I thought would appeal to my guests. And, of course, the grounds of the Kihei Akahi complex are kept up beautifully which makes it nice for me and my guests to visit.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
I love that my condo sits at the back of the property facing west toward the sunsets and far enough away from the noise of South Kihei Rd. Being on the ground floor, I can simply walk out my lanai door and I am 20 seconds from the pool or am on the beach in about three-five minutes. I am walking distance to enough stores that I don't have to use my car unless I need something special. Birds and plants on the property give me a great sense of peace and happiness. I hope you experience the same when you visit Maui.
Owner's Map of Kihei Akahi
Aloha!
I have been coming to Maui since 1982 when I finally fulfilled my dream of visiting Hawaii. Maui really is a wonderful, special place and I feel fortunate to own my little piece of paradise and be able to share it with my guests.
During my second visit to Hawaii a year later, I finally had the courage to try snorkeling and fell in love with the beautiful warm ocean and its inhabitants. Twenty years later (2003) I took it to the next level and became a scuba diver! Once I became a diver, I wanted to give something back and now I volunteer whenever I am in Maui -- counting fish and tracking the health of the reefs. There is even a picture of me in scuba gear on the cover of "Preserving Paradise: Opportunities in Volunteering for Hawaii's Environment," by Kirsten Whatley -- available from Amazon. This book is recommended for anyone who has an interest in enriching their experience of this magical place.
I very much enjoy sharing my condo and encourage my guests to ask questions about Maui and their upcoming vacations. Many come back year after year and have become part of what I call "my Maui family."
Property Photos
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- Spacious Living Room with New Sofabed and Berber Carpeting - Kihei, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental - Affordable Luxury across the Street from Kamaole Beach Park II
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- Kamaole Beach II -- a short three-minute walk. Great for Swimming & Sun Bathing - Kihei, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental - Affordable Luxury across the Street from Kamaole Beach Park II
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- TV with VCR/DVD player, Small Library -- Dining Area - Kihei, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condo Rental - Affordable Luxury across the Street from Kamaole Beach Park II
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- Your Maui Home. Kick Off Your Shoes and Breathe !
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- Free Use of Laptop and High-Speed Internet
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- Comfortable King-Sized Bed, Wood and Rattan Bedroom Set ,and Ceiling Fan
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- Spacious Kitchen. Lots of Room to Prepare Meals.
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- Full-size Updated Kitchen with New Appliances
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- Separate Vanity with New Cabinets and Countertops
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- Spacious Lanai with Garden View Opening To Large Lawn
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- View of Lawn, Garden, and Pool from Lanai
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- Swimming Pool and BBQ Grills are Conveniently Close to the Lanai
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- Beautiful Sunsets from the Lanai
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- Spacious Floor-Plan
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- Kihei Akahi Grounds
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- Great Snorkeling at Beautiful Kamaole II Beach Across the Street
Traveler Reviews (31)
Kihei condo review--Kihei Akihi
Guest: "Z"
(Kansas)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12
Review Submitted: 02/08/12
We stayed three weeks in Annette's lovely ground floor condo. It has everything furnished in the kitchen that one would ever desire--the bed is heavenly--and the location to the pool and surrounding restaurants, etc., is exceptional. A short walk to a very beautiful beach is also an added plus. The listing accurately describes the interior, and it is clean and very well maintained. I would highly recommend this property to friends or relatives. One recommendation of a restaurant is the restaurant at Day's Inn -- Sarento's--breakfast is wonderful.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Absolutely lived up to our expectations
Guest: Judy & Al
(Abbotsford, BC)
Date of Stay: 10/16/11
Review Submitted: 11/09/11
We can not add too much more to the rave reviews this condo gets. It was all we expected. The location was perfect, close to lots of beaches, restaurants, and stores. We walked to the beach most days. Safeway and Foodland were certainly a car ride away but there was a small family convenience store close by for those forgotten items. We found everything as stated in the property listing but especially how quiet the complex was. Annette was an absolute pleasure to deal with, making it so easy for us. We had to change our travel plans by one day and she was very accommodating and helpful. We found a great place for happy hour from 3-7pm, with half price appies, an ocean side view of the sunset and great value. It was called Five Palms and is part of the Mana Kai Resort which is south of the Kihei boat ramp at 2960 S.Kihei Road. We will be returning to spend time in Maui and would have no hesitation in recommending Annette's condo.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Good location for pretty much anything
Guest: Alex M.
(San Jose, California)
Date of Stay: 09/05/11
Review Submitted: 09/14/11
The unit has plenty of fans (and working A/C) which is useful for hot Maui afternoons. Drinkable water, good water pressure in the showers, supply of towels (including beach towels) and kitchenware. Very quiet area of the complex, and they do take quietness seriously, with warnings posted on the walls. Kamaole Beach Park II, located straight across from Kihei Akahi complex, is ideal for swimming - it's relatively large (not as big as Big Beach nearby) and not as wavy as others, so paddlers and surfers usually head out to Makena. Golden sand and very warm water pretty much any time of day. The complex itself is close to quite a few restaurants, with a Mexican restaurant, a casual American place and a deli right next to Kihei Akahi. Whaler's General Store is within 2-minute walk, and has the most basics, while for Safeway, Whole Foods or Costco you pretty much have to drive. South Kihei Dr is serviced by Maui Bus, and there's a stop nearby, but I haven't taken the bus.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Annette's condo - August 2011
Guest: Dan
(Lakewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
An excellent condo - clean, convenient to the beach, very well stocked with kitchen necessities & beach toys, and within easy walking distance of a number of businesses & restaurants. Writeups in the guestbook were very helpful - lots of good tips from previous guests on things to do (and things to avoid), dining reviews, etc. We recommend the unit without reservation. If we return to Maui on a future vacation we'll plan to stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Stay in Maui week of May 19, 2011
Guest: Jeff Lancaster
(Fitchburg, WI)
Date of Stay: 05/16/11
Review Submitted: 05/29/11
What a great stay and so close to the beach and places to eat and shop. Booking was easy and finding it was easy. It was clean, spacious and had nice extras - boogie boards, laptop to post pics to facebook instantly, and plenty of kitchen essentials. It was a great trip and having a nice place to rest at night and hang out was very welcomed. The owner was easy to work with and very cordial to work with. I would recommend this to anyone looking to travel to Maui. Mahalo! Jeff
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
As promised!
Guest: 2srsN
(Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10
Review Submitted: 11/01/10
We found the condo to be very comfortable, and well equipped for a beach vacation. It is nicely furnished,and the king sized bed was very restful. The soundproof windows in the bedroom really work, perfect for light sleepers. This is a very nicely landscaped property, just a short walk to the very clean sandy beach . We would recommend it to anyone.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children.
Guest: Joanne & Andy Zintel
(Madison, WI)
Date of Stay: 01/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/10
Dec.5, 2009 to Jan.2, 2010 It was a great pleasure to deal with Annette in renting her condo for the month of December. This was our 3rd trip to Maui but first time staying at the Kihei Akahi condo DG07 and wouldn't have it any other way for our next visit. The location, the amenities, the condo staff (office, maintenance and landscaping) were all great. The bed was soooo comfy. The kitchen was well stocked. The snorkeling and beach equipment were much appreciated. The extra 2 feet in the condo length, due to ground floor location, really made a difference. We had the best vacation ever.
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Guest: Marty, Suzanne & Melody Vance
(Moose Jaw, Sask., Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/08/09
Review Submitted: 09/08/09
This is our third trip to Annette's beautiful Maui condo. We are always amazed by how well decorated Annette keeps her condo,how well kept the grounds of the complex are and how helpful the office staff is. This year we were pleased to see a laptop with free internet access in the condo which was a lovely bonus to our stay. It is so nice to go on vacation and know that everything you need to enjoy your time is already available to you free of charge in the suite! Mahalo for sharing your tropical home with us.
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Guest: Marian,
(Duncan, BC., Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/17/08
Review Submitted: 11/17/08
We have just spent a month in Annette's condo in the Kihei Akahi and had a wonderful time. The Kihei Akahi itself is a beautiful, well maintained and quiet complex. Annette's condo certainly lives up to this standard! It is well equipped with everything you could possibly need and very comfortable. I especially appreciated the lock on the patio door which eliminated trips all the way around the building. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone considering Maui for a vacation.
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Guest: J. Klassen
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Date of Stay: 02/05/08
Review Submitted: 02/05/08
A lovely ground floor unit. We enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen and found everything comfortable. It was great to have a lock on the patio door to eliminate all the trips around the building. Hope to be back.
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