Breathtaking Oceanfront Penthouse Most Privacy/Quality/Views

• Beautiful views

  Beautiful views

  • Guest Jeanne
  • Date of stay 04/14/13
  • Review Submitted 05/07/13
  We stayed at Mahana for 9 days and loved every minute! The condo has the most spectacular views of the ocean and sunsets. We watched whales and sea turtles from the lanai. The condo had everything you might need. The beach right out front was a bit rocky, but it was a few steps to a sandier spot. The pool wasn't huge but it never felt crowded. We definitely would rent this again if we ever get the chance to return.

  Recommended for: Age 55+.

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• Look no further - Amazing view of ocean, whales, sea turtles and sunsets in clean, well kept home

  Look no further - Amazing view of ocean, whales, sea turtles and sunsets in clean, well kept home

  • Guest Clerks
  • Date of stay 03/17/13
  • Review Submitted 04/06/13
  Look no further! We had an unforgettable stay, with all the comforts of home in this clean condo with amazing views and in a great location. The condo was well maintained and very clean. It is in a great location with access to the beach walk along the strip. There was a concierge there to assist with scheduling any excursions which was very convenient. We saw so many whales, sea turtles and a lion seal right from the lanai. You won't be disappointed.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Peaceful and relaxing vacation

  Peaceful and relaxing vacation

  • Guest Lori & Ken
  • Date of stay 01/22/13
  • Review Submitted 02/04/13
  We stayed in Maui for 12 days, the first part part of our vacation was spent in Kathy & Michaels beautiful condo. My husband works 60+ hours a week and travels almost every week, so it has been many, many years since we have had a REAL vacation. I think it is safe to say that his brain switched to vacation mode the minute we walked into the condo and looked at the spectacular view. The condo is exactly as pictured and the description was perfect, but is hard to describe to people the feeling you have looking out onto the ocean like your floating on top of it. The whales were spectacular and to be honest it was really hard for us to leave the condo and go exploring. We did dine out several times, Dukes restaurant was great and the food was consistently good. Loved Fleetwood's on Front street in Lahaina. We didn't have a bad meal anywhere. We also used the BBQ downstairs, very clean and convenient. We slept like babies every night with the door wide open so we could hear the waves crashing on the beach. Several times we got up at 3:00 am to sit on the lanai and watch the full moon over the ocean-Breathtaking! After our stay at Mahana we moved to the Westin so we could get a feel for hotel living. The Westin has beautiful grounds and immensities , but we preferred our penthouse stay at Mahana, it just felt like home (in paradise). We planned a whale watching trip, but didn't feel the need, the whales put on quite a show from sun up to sundown. Planning our trip was a breeze. Kathy was quick to respond to emails and questions and we will be booking our next stay with them as well.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Aloha Ken and Lori. Your stay at our Penthouse was so much like when we are there and made us "homesick". We too spend dinners on the lanai and get up in the middle of the night to watch the moon on the ocean. Thank You for expressing some of our favorite things. Warmest Aloha, Kathy and Michael

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• amazing penthouse

  amazing penthouse

  • Guest M&M
  • Date of stay 01/14/13
  • Review Submitted 01/31/13
  we had the pleasure of staying in this condo in january. we watched whales, turtles, sunsets, and sunrises. the pictures are very accurate and the place is amazing. everything you could want/need is there. the views are as spectacular as the condo. we have stayed at the mahana before and loved it but this time decided to stay on the penthouse 12th floor and we will do it again. every morning was coffee at the very large picture window/wall (really the whole condo is a view of the ocean, lanai and molokai) then off to walk on the beach which literally right below your condo. we snorkeled just left of the resort. there are resident turtles-wow-. we were so comfortable in this unit. we can't say enough about it. if you go you must stay in this unit. the owners kathy and her husband were quick to respond to any email while booking and their instructions made this easy and problem free. thank you kathy for a memorable time and we will booking this unit again. melissa and michelle

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• Perfect Vacation Getaway!

  Perfect Vacation Getaway!

  • Guest VAG
  • Date of stay 11/22/12
  • Review Submitted 12/17/12
  My husband and I spent 15 fabulous, relaxing days in this wonderful, casually elegant condo! The oceanfront views from this penthouse location were gorgeous! We loved going to sleep and waking up every morning to the sounds of the ocean waves. The unit was clean, well-maintained and beautifully furnished and decorated--it was exactly as pictured! The grounds of the Mahana are manicured and very well-maintained, as well. Kathy, the owner, was awesome and made booking very easy. Maui is our favorite vacation spot, and we will definitely contact Kathy to stay in 1216 on our next visit!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Dream Honeymoon

  Dream Honeymoon

  • Guest Western Maple Leaf
  • Date of stay 10/18/12
  • Review Submitted 11/20/12
  My husband and I choose this beautiful condo for our honeymoon this past October and it did not disappoint. The views were stunning, and the condo was in immaculate condition. It took us some time or organize the lanai so we could have the sun chairs and the table in a location where they didn't have to be reshuffled between meals and lounging. The sunsets from the balcony were stunning and we spent most nights with a glass of wine watching them from there. Every morning we went for a run along the road nearby and finished up with an iced coffee which was about 10 minutes walking distance away. Check in was very simple which was also a major plus. Also, the additional items in the condo were a nice touch; Tupperware in the kitchen, board games and binoculars. The restaurant "Dukes" next door was an excellent suggestion for a nice evening out. It was a 2 minute walk on the beach to the resort next door and the food was fantastic. We recommend making a reservation online. All in all this location is a 10 out of 10 and we would suggest it to all our family and friends.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Your Search Ends Here! Why You Should Make This Condo Your Maui Destination

  Your Search Ends Here! Why You Should Make This Condo Your Maui Destination

  • Guest Kristena
  • Date of stay 10/31/12
  • Review Submitted 11/18/12
  After reviewing 100's of condos on VRBO I can tell you w/o hesitation, we picked the right one. We loved our 11 day stay at 1216 Mahana. The resort is really nice but in an understated way. When you arrive, take time to look around you to see the amazingly manicured tropical garden with 50+ ft banyan & palm trees & every tropical plant imagineable. It's heavenly. The grounds,lobby, pool & spa are very nice & well maintained by a professional staff. Are you looking for an ocean view from your bedroom? This has it. Want everything to be well appointed with flat screen tvs, granite and stainless steel? Check. Yes, the listing description & pictures accurately reflect this condo. Yes, the view is amazing. Being on the top floor has its perks. You can sit in your living room/sit on the lania/ lay in your deluxe King size bed & view & hear the amazing blue-green ocean which feels like you can reach out & touch it. Never got tired of walking into the condo and there it is...that Maui surf, with its colorful fish, sea turtles, whales,dolphins, sailers, surfers, snorkelers, you name it..it is right below you. But in a non invasive, private kind of way. I swear it's like looking at a changing postcard picture of paradise. And you get to live in it! If you are like me, you read these reviews in desparate hope that they will steer you in the right direction. Trust me, if you are a couple or single and want a laid back place to chill in West Maui (and West Maui is the place to be,) if you want affordable luxury with all the right amenities, if you want to be able to walk to the best beaches which are right out your back door, if you want to walk to the grocery store, walk to Duke's next door on the beach for a happy hour beverage (best beach side wine & dine), if you want to snorkel at one of the best beaches in Maui (old Airport) which is right down the way, stay here. And for all you first time Maui travelers like we were, a couple of things. Dont think about staying in different places on the island, you can rent a car for that. Just stay here. When friends say all you need are a couple of bathing suits & some flip flops, LISTEN to them. No need to overpack like we did. Yes having a washer/dryer in your unit is a must. And no, groceries are not THAT expensive. But dining out too often is. I went on a pina colada hunt & found making my own at the condo was the best. The owners are great to work with too. No need to look further, this condo has it all.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• Our favorite place to stay in Maui

  Our favorite place to stay in Maui

  • Guest Pam
  • Date of stay 08/26/12
  • Review Submitted 10/24/12
  We have been to Maui many times over the past 20 years and have tried condos and hotels including the Ritz Carlton Hotel Suites and Town Houses in Kapapula, as well as the Kei Lani Hotel and Golf Course Villas in Wailea. The Mahana and this particular condo is our favorite for several reasons. Turtles, dolphins, whales, snorkeling at your back door, a beautifully maintained condo with fabulous dead on Western view from the 12th floor lanai, from which we enjoyed rainbows in the morning and gorgeous sunsets at night. Many evenings we sat on the lanai and ate fresh ahi poki, salad and enjoyed Chardonnay while watching the night's sunset unfold before us. We never even turned on the 2 flat screen TV's available because of the hypnotic view! The kitchen has a gorgeous granite countertop, stainless steel appliances and kitchen convenience items with everything we needed so we could cook at home and we also took advantage of the gas grill down by the pool. (there are several so no waiting required) We also walked on the beach and over to Dukes for breakfast or dinner from time to time which was very convenient. This condo has it all, is neat and clean and felt like home right away. We have gone there twice and plan to go no where else the next time we go to Maui.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• August 2012 Stay

  August 2012 Stay

  • Guest Jill from Texas
  • Date of stay 08/30/12
  • Review Submitted 09/11/12
  We had a wonderful and relaxing stay! The unit was clean and well maintained. I would and have recommended the unit to friends.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Hi Jill, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our Penthouse. Let us know the next time you or any of your friends are planing a return trip. Warmest Aloha-Kathy and Michael

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• Absolutely outstanding!

  Absolutely outstanding!

  • Guest Robin and Dennis
  • Date of stay 06/09/12
  • Review Submitted 07/10/12
  My wife and I spent 2 glorious weeks in Maui and this condo was absolutely perfect for us. The views were breathtaking. We always looked forward to returning at the end of each day to a glass of wine and the view of the ocean below from the lanai. We just couldn't imagine a better suited condo as everything was top notch. There's no doubt that should we return to Maui, Mahana 1216 would be where we would want to stay. If you are considering this condo for rental, you won't be dissapointed. Highly recommended!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway.

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Additional information about rental rates

Payments are made by Check, Bank Check, Money Order

Payments are made in 2 equal payments at 60 and 14 Days prior to arrival.

Additional Fees and Taxes:

13.42% State Tax

$155 Cleaning Checkout fee

$500 Security Deposit Refunded within 10 days of Departure OR $49.00 Security Insurance