Location: Papakea Resort, Kaanapali, West Maui, Maui, Hawaii, USA (Three miles north of Lahaina, West Maui) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Aloha! We completed an extensive remodel in May 2008, and our condo was featured in the 2009 tour of remodeled condos at Papakea Resort. Our kitchen is completely new, and a 2nd full bathroom has been added upstairs in our loft. These are both VERY nice and were done to our high standards since we have never considered our condo "just a rental." It's our second home, the only "2nd home" we have. So, like our beautifully remodeled master bathroom on the main level, the new loft bathroom is a terrific addition with a large, open area, a pedestal sink, and a lovely tile shower with river rock floor and glass door like the one in our master bath. In the kitchen, there are granite countertops and backsplash, all-new maple cabinets, a full-sized dishwasher, and a full-sized refrigerator with French doors on the top half for the refrigerator and then a drawer on the bottom that is the large freezer. We know that our guests, both past and future, will love the remodeled condo. Here is more information about our condo and its location:
Our beautiful, open, and spacious 4th-floor condo has vaulted ceilings and is air-conditioned for your comfort. There is cool-to-the-feet, 18-inch tile throughout the main level, including the lanai. Our condo is G-407, second closest unit to the ocean, which makes it a favorite with our guests. From our lanai, you'll have a 180-degree view, which includes the Pacific Ocean with Lana'i and Moloka'i Islands in the distance, the pool/Jacuzzi/barbecue area, the putting greens, the gardens and koi ponds, and the West Maui Mountains. Our guests particularly comment on the variety of beautiful views they have at any time of day or night.
Our condo sleeps six very comfortably with a king-size master bed, a new queen-size sofa sleeper with a 6-inch, pillow-top mattress, and new twin beds in the loft area that can be made into a second king-size bed if you prefer. Our master bathroom is a one-of-a-kind design with a glass-block shower for two, a tropical rain shower, and a kitchen-height countertop. Our spacious loft has new carpeting and bedroom furniture, and there are lovely new flowers and artwork in every room.
Our living room has a wall of mirrors which reflect the ocean and all the outside beauty of Papakea no matter where you are in the condo. Dining options include the bar, the dining table, or outdoors on our lanai as you watch spectacular sunsets.
Please let us know if you have any other questions. Talking about Maui is one of our passions, and we want to do all we can to ensure that our guests have the best trip possible.
Welcome to our second home, welcome to paradise. Aloha nui loa... Anne & Wes
"HO'ONANEA -- To pass the time in ease, peace, and pleasure; to relax.”
[To see more photos and video streams, scroll down to the "Click here for our personal condo website" link. Please allow the home page (many more interior views) and “Views from Our Lanai" to load for a few seconds because the pictures will rotate, as in a slide show. The other pictures on the website are stationary. Wes put up a new video stream from our April 2009 trip which includes a 24-minute sunset from our lanai, early morning scene from our lanai, and the huge surf at both Napili Bay and Fleming Beach. It was amazing! Enjoy!]
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Elevator
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Hot Tub
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- High-speed Wireless Internet provided at no cost, Two Cable TVs, VCR/DVD, Ceramic Topped Stove, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, Washer/Dryer in-unit
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Ziplines, ATV riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Value Season ... Apr 16-Jun 15; Aug 16-Dec 15 ... $225/night.
Regular Season ... Mar 01-Apr 15; Jun 16-Aug 15 ... $275/night.
Peak Season ... Dec 16-Feb 28 ... $295/night.
Add 12.42% Hawaii state taxes; 13.42% starting July 1, 2010.
$250 deposit secures your dates; balance due 60 days prior to check-in.
Rental includes cleaning charge with seven or more nights’ booking.
No minimum or maximum stay requirements.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Papakea Resort
Papakea Resort has been special to me, Anne, since I first rented there in 1979 when I was teaching English. A student's parents owned a unit there. I had lived on O'ahu as a child, and the spirit of aloha was everywhere for me on Maui. Papakea soon became an annual vacation spot. Wes and I married in 1997, and we bought our condo in 1998. It is our second home now, and we want your visits to be special, comfortable, and memorable in the very best ways.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
Papakea is an oasis, a relaxing and beautiful place that is the perfect base for exploring all the possibilities on Maui. It has so many wonderful amenities and a very nurturing atmosphere. Three-time guests said it is their sanctuary and retreat.
We walk to Black Rock on the beach every morning and have a swim. It's three miles RT and a beautiful way to start the day!
Also called West Maui Airport, just two miles from Papakea. It's a very small and convenient shuttle airport if you go through Honolulu. It's also an exciting landing and take-off!
Our favorite beach for big-wave swimming. It has a deep-water shore break so that you can drop to the bottom and not get "Maytag'd" and a smooth bottom so you don't hurt your feet. Fun!
This is the main airport on Maui and where you will most likely fly into. After you get your rental car, follow the signs to Lahaina, via Dairy Road.
Come out on Keolani Place, Hwy. 380 (or Kahului Airport Road), to the first light and turn left onto Hwy. 37 or Hale'akala Hwy. You will see the Costco from the stoplight.
Owner's Map of Papakea Resort
We live on an island in WA State, Fox Island near Gig Harbor, 50 miles SW of Seattle. Anne is a former English/Spanish teacher and now a deposition court reporter, and Wes is a former elementary teacher and now the director of instructional technology in Tacoma Public Schools, the same district where he went to school.
Property Photos
- From our lanai, this is just one of your many views - Kaanapali, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condominium - Why stay in a Hotel?
- Mirrored wall in living room with a new queen-size sleeper sofa - Kaanapali, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condominium - Why stay in a Hotel?
- Open LR/dining area with cathedral ceiling, viewed from the loft - Kaanapali, Maui, HI - Hawaii Condominium - Why stay in a Hotel?
- Our newly remodeled, very beautiful kitchen
- Light and airy, fully equipped with everything you need
- Master bathroom with glass-block shower for two
- Master bedroom with a king-size bed, mirrored closet doors, & cathedral ceiling
- Spacious loft bedroom with twin beds (or king) and vaulted ceiling
- Entry to loft bathroom
- Pedestal sink in loft bathroom
- New loft shower
- Double rainbow shot from our lanai
- Early morning tranquility as we breakfast on our lanai
- Beautiful gardens, koi ponds, and putting green as seen from our lanai
- Papakea beach: sun, surf, and sailing with Lana'i Island in the background
- Your hosts, Anne & Wes, after breakfast at the Plantation House at Kapalua
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Hi Anne, We arrived home safe, sound, and tired. Not so much sleep on the night flight. The upside of that, though, was a sleep-in until 8:30 this morning, which we haven't had since before Sophie!! She's still asleep now! We had the most wonderful time ... again. My friends and I took surfing lessons. What a blast. We'll be in touch in the new year to book for next year. Thanks again for the gorgeous flowers. Kim
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We had a wonderful time at your condo. It was very nice. We got you a turtle soap dish for the kitchen to go with your theme. Thank you very much. Frank & Heidi
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Hi Anne and Wes, We had a great time at the condo, Your condo was beautiful, and everything went great! Thank you. The Richardsons
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Just a quick note to thank you for a wonderful time. Your place was just as beautiful as the pictures. What a great view!!!! Our children loved the pool – couldn’t get enough of it- plus the shuffle board and tennis were fun. Your suggestions were right each time – we loved the Gazebo, and the local market sure came in handy. Again – many thanks for the use of your place. We hope to come back again sometime soon. Carol
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Hi Anne and Wes! Here are a few pictures from around the condo for you…from our trip to Maui in late July. The first picture here is the sun setting above the clouds from the top of Haleakala. The condo was just perfect, and we had such an awesome time! Jana & Jim
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We are here and everything is perfect!! Just as beautiful as described! Jana :-)
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Hi Anne: I have received the door code and am getting very excited for our trip. Two more weeks! Thanks for all the great tips. My last trip to Maui was about 20 years ago and it's the first time for my boys. You have made the trip-planning a breeze. Terri
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Thank you so so much for sharing your wonderful condo with us. It was absolutely delightful. And yes, we have already talked of a return trip. It truly was the best vacation we have ever taken, and everyone had a great time. We actually saw a turtle one evening about 30 feet from the seawall at Papakea. The weather was perfect, and we all had a awesome time with the excursions we planned and our impromptu wanderings. Thanks again so much, and I will forward you some photos in the near future. If you track your guests, please keep us on the list as we definitely are wanting to go back again. Thanks Again, Dan and Tammy
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Anne, Just wanted to let you know our family had a wonderful time at your condo. The kids loved swimming in the pools every day. I also wanted to thank you for all your tips. We loved Fleming Beach. Thanks for sharing your home with us, and thanks again for making our first trip to Maui a great one! Jennifer
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Hi Anne! Wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time In Maui and loved the condo. Thank-you for all of your attention to detail, everything went very smoothly, especially with the new door lock! We were so impressed with how clean everything was, both inside and outside the condo. The grounds at the Papakea were spotless. What a great place! Well, back from paradise to reality! I can't wait for the next trip. thank-you again for sharing your home with us! Mahalo, Kim, Mike, Jon & Tina