VIEW FROM UNIT-SUNSET
Location: Kahana, West Maui, Maui, Hawaii, USA (5 Min. from Kaanapali Beach, 10 Min. from Lahaina,) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Ocean Front Condo
Kahana Reef is an 88 unit condominium project built on the ocean front. The project has three buildings, each having four stories. Our unit is on the third floor (Unit #321) in the far north building. This building is closest to the ocean and adjacent to the beach, which is located down a small set of stairs. Swimming, snorkeling, surfing and wind surfing are common activities in the ocean immediately in front of the project. Unlike other projects, the buildings are all concrete, including interior walls, which provides soundproofing from adjacent units.
The unit is next to the north end of the project and is accessed by either a covered staircase or elevator. The project has a solar-heated swimming pool, BBQs, picnic bench, and a lawn and furniture for sunbathing. There is also a common area laundry.
The unit contains 611 square feet and was remodeled in 2008 & 2009. We continue to upgrade the unit so as to have all of the conveniences of home. This is our second home so we keep it in good condition. There is a tile floor in the entry hall, bathroom and kitchen. The living room and bedroom are carpeted. The lanai has a bartop height table and two chairs and a lounge chair. The unit is equipped with a full sized refrigerator with ice maker, range oven, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster, blender, rice cooker, crockpot and all of the necessities for a comfortable stay. The unit is as "green" as it gets with Energy Star appliances, water saver toilet, LED and CFL lights and a switched water-heater. 10 minute video showing project, unit and views on YouTube/watch?v=zcTPIV7jowM or view a slide show on the Kahana Reef's web page at kahanareefaoao. There are CDs and DVDs for all ages. Complete instructions and many recommendations for things to do and see, and where to done are provided.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Shared laundry room. Machines take quarters.
- Dryer : Shared laundry room. Machines take quarters.
- Linens Provided : Beach Towels provided as well (2)
- Elevator : Common nearby.
- Off Street Parking : Shared open parking immediately in front of unit. Access to/from third floor via staircase or elevator.
- Beds
- King Bed : California King (New July 2010) and 6 fluffy pillows.
- Convertible Bed : Sleeper sofa with upgraded matress in living room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 42" Sony LCD HD flat screen in living room with HD Digital package with expanded channels and wall-mounted 32" Vizeo LCD flat screen in bedroom with standard cable channels
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Over 30 Various DVDs
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Over 20 Various CDs
- Shared Pool : Solar Heated Pool located behind Building #1, oceanside
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Glass top range/oven with large microwave above, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, garbage disposal, toaster, blender, coffee maker, rice cooker, can opener, crock pot, frozen beer mugs in freezer, various sizes of wine glasses, kitchen stocked with everything you would have at home.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : fully stocked for eight people
- Refrigerator : New 21 cu feet with ice maker
- Dishwasher : New, full size
- Microwave : Large, new with turntable and cooking cover
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Located on ocean side of buildings-common
- Lanai : Great view of ocean which is about 30' from edge of Lanai. Patio furniture (bar height tables with 2 chairs, lounge, solar tporch lights
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Beach access via small staircase (see pictures)
- Oceanfront : Sitting on the floor in the living room you would think the water was going to come into the unit. Peaceful, comforting sounds of the waves can be heard throughout the unit. Great Beach. Direct view of of the islands of Molokai and Lanai. Swim, snorkel, surf, wind sail in ocean directly in front of unit. See whales from Lanai from mid December through mid April.
- Ocean View
- Mountain View : From the front entry (mountains)and views from the lanai of the islands of Moloka'i (entire east side of island -unobstructed) and Lana'(partial north side)
- Monument View : Views of mountains outside of front door and from the Lanai on Molokai and Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone : Three portable phones.
- Free Long Distance : Free long distance to US and Canada; other long distance, 0 411 & 911 calls restricted.
- Broadband Internet : Cable broadband provided by local cable company. Free, wired and wireless service in unit. Just plug in and surf the net or check up on your emails. Cat 6 Extension provided to work anywhere in Living Room or on the Lanai. 21" Flat screen monitor, dual speakers and desk. VGA & audio cable provided to hook up with TV in Living Room.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Password secured available within and around the unit.
- Other Amenities
- Flat screen LCD TVs & iPod/IPone cradles in living & bedroom, desk for laptop with 21" LCD monitor with two speakers, s a hotel safe located within the unit. The unit has a keyless, computerized entry lock. Guests are given their own special entry code to the unit. There are boogie boards, skim boards, fins, life vests, snorkel gear, beach mats, beach towels, beach chairs for your use. Toaster,blender,coffee maker,blender,rice cooker,crockpot,glass cooktop in kitchen. Wall mounted hairdryer, illuminated vanity/make-up mirror, dual shower heads,shower with tub in bathroom. Ceiling fans in living room and bedroom. Emergency lighting. Clothes washer/dryer, lawn chairs & BBQ in common areas. Breathtaking view of ocean (36' from water's edge) third floor unit, quiet location, cool ocean breeze, recently remodeled. View whales from mid-Dec thru mid-April from covered lanai, turtles and dolphins year around. Surf, snorkel, wind sail from beach. Heated swimming pool. Many repeat guests.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25 and older
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking within unit or 20 feet of any building. There is a designated smoking area in the parking lot area
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Enjoy Maui and all of its beautiful scenery an activities or just sit on the lanai and enjoy the view and the sound of the ocean. Great sunsets, The islands of Molokai and Lanai can be seen from the lanai. Fitness center/gym down the street. Maui Bus available to major locations throughout island. Bus stop on street near front of complex. Grocery store, restaurants within walking distance or via Maui Bus. 10 minutes from Lahaina and 5 from Kaanapali Beach and Whalers Shopping Center. The airport is 40 minutes away. Many local excellent restaurants nearby. Go to mauionline.com. It is the best source for visitor information about Maui.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$185/night(4 night min.)$1,250/Week Nov-May,Jun-Oct $150/day,4 night min)
$995/week Jul-Oct; For stays in excess of 10 days, call for quote.
For extended days of 30 days or longer, call for special rate.
All rental rates must add Hawaii tax of 12.416%.and $50 management fee.
$200 security deposit required regardless of the length of stay.
50% deposit required at reservation; balance due 120 days prior to stay.
ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE THROUGH PAYPAY OR CASHIER'S CHECK.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Kahana
We looked for two years on three islands before finding our unit. It is literally on the water. The sound of the waves can be heard throughout the unit. The cool tradewinds cool the unit so there is no need for air conditioning. It is also very quiet and peaceful here. Easy access from the parking area via stairs or elevator.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
The outstanding ocean view, the condition of the unit and the relaxing atmosphere are what most of our guests tell us are the best features of our unit. Guests also comment on how well equiped the unit is, having everything you could expect and more from a vacation rental. We are also told that our pride of ownership is evident from how well kept the unit is as well as how we have provided many extras that other vacation rentals do not provide. Many of our guests have become repeat visitors year after year, and some several times a year. You can walk to the many restaurants that are nearby and dozens more within a 10 minute drive. Kanaapali Beach with its shopping, hotels and restaurants are a 5 minute drive away. Downtown Lahaina is 10 minutes away. There are numerous golf courses within 5 to 10 minutes, including the courses in Kapalua and Kaanapali.
This airpot is located one mile form the property. It is great for island hoping. Rental cars are available from this location (off airport).
Great place for eating breakfast or lunch. Fantastic views. Golf course in the location of the Mercedes Benz Open in January.
Whalers Village is a shopping cebter with many restaurants. From here you can walk along Kaanapali Beach past all of the resort hotels. Black Rock is a famous snoreling site.
Stroll along Front Street with all of its stores, restaurants, movie theaters and historical attractions. Also catch a boat for diving, snorkeling, sightseeing or a ferry to Lanai.
Owner's Map of Kahana
Vacation enthusists. We enjoy relaxing by ocean watching the whales and/or sunsets from the Lanai.
Property Photos
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- VIEW FROM UNIT-SUNSET - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Kahana, HI, near Swimming, Snorkeling, Surfing
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- VIEW FROM UNIT - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Kahana, HI, near Swimming, Snorkeling, Surfing
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- LIVING ROOM - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Kahana, HI, near Swimming, Snorkeling, Surfing
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- DINING TABLE & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
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- KITCHEN
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- BEDROOM
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- VIEW OF BATHROOM
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- VIEW OF BATHROOM SHOWER
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- VIEW FROM UNIT-RAINBOW
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- VIEW OF BEACH
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- VIEW OF PROPERTY FROM FAR END OF BEACH
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- VIEW OF HEATED SWIMMING POOL
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- VIEW FROM UNIT-OCEAN FRONT SUNBATHING
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- VIEW OF BARBEQUE AREA
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- WHALE'S VIEW-UNIT IS ON 3rd FLOOR, 2nd FROM LEFT
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- VIEW OF FRONT OF PROJECT
Traveler Reviews (29)
Comforts of Home
Guest: CB
(Houston)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11
Review Submitted: 10/31/11
The condo met or exceeded our expectations. It was clean, quiet and had all of the comforts of home.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
More beautiful than description!
Guest: Ken and Sandy
(Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/30/11
This condo is gorgeous - not just the view but the way it is decorated. The kitchen is wonderful, with everything we could need, This home is perfectly clean, furnished beautifully, with an extremely comfortable bed. We loved it and were sorry to have to leave. We felt completely relaxed and peaceful.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Hawaiian Paradise
Guest: bottski
(az)
Date of Stay: 06/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/04/11
As I am writing this, I'm looking out at the lanai over the blue Pacific at Molokai island. If this isn't paradise, then nothing is. The owner has left no detail out in furnishing this beautiful unit, to assisting you with suggestions to do for the area, location of workout gyms, etc. This is truely a vacation home. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your vacation spot of heaven. Mike & Susan
Owner response:I am glad you enjoyed our place. I know you have traveled extensively so your comments are greatly appreciated.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Review January 2011
Guest: Joan
(Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/26/11
Review Submitted: 03/17/11
This was the greatest place to stay. Wonderful ! All the amenities you could ever need. Great condo, excellent condition and you could even watch the humpback whales from the deck. We highly recommend this unit. Joan and Renee
Owner response:Thank you so much for your comments. We stay there quite a bit and try to make it like a second home for our guests. We encourage our guests to let us know if there is anything we can do or add to make their stay more enjoyable. Many of our guests come back year after year.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Great place with great views!
Guest: Ted and Courtney
(Livermore, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/12/11
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
It's a great location in a quiet part of the complex. The unit has everything you could want with a lot of personal touches that the other units do not have. The views of the islands are great and I would highly recommend it. Our stay was great!!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Excellent condo with fabulous view
Guest: Ken
(Dallas)
Date of Stay: 11/30/10
Review Submitted: 01/15/11
We stayed in this condo for a week in the first of December. The unit has recently been remodeled, is elegant and has all the comforts of home. It is in a quiet location away from the crowded area of Kanaapali but the Safeway (the best grocery in West Maui) in Lahaina is only a few minutes away. The view from the living room and lanai is fabulous. The building is right on the ocean and there is a great view of Molokai which is only about15 miles away. The condo is also close to several of the great beaches of northwest Maui. I highly recommend this property. It is also very reasonably priced for West Maui and the condo owner is very responsive and easy to work with.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Whale watching from the Lanai
Guest: Sherry and Mike
(Anchorage, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10
Review Submitted: 01/09/11
The description and photos for this listing are very accurate, we new exactly what the condo and grounds would look like before arriving. The condo was very homey, comfortable, clean and the counters and cabinets are beautiful. There are boogie boards, beach chairs and beach towels for your use.The safe in the condo is an added bonus. The appliances are new and their are many kitchen gagets. The condo was very quiet and the King bed was very comfortable.The property was very clean and well kepted and everyone was very friendly. The grills are new and were very clean and their are 6 coin-op washer and dryers on site. We never had to wait to do laundry and they worked very well. The condo has an ocean front view and you can hear the ocean from anywhere in the condo. You can see the ocean from the living room and the kitchen. So if you decide to cook you do not miss out seeing and hearing the ocean. We loved drinking our coffee, eating the fresh island fruit and watching the whales from the lanai every morning. There were times when we could not keep track of them all. (This is only the beginning of the whale season.) So be sure to bring your binoculars so you can see the tales flap and the whales breach. We did see rainbows over Molakai and you can snorkel right from the condo. We would go to DT Fleming beach which is only a 5-6 minute drive to the North. We loved to boogie board there.There are many restaurants near by and the Farmers Market is only a few miles away. Jan was very responsive with any of our questions before and during our stay. This is our 5th time to Maui and we would have to say that this condo and the location of the condo is our favorite so far. We hope to return soon. Thank you for sharing your home with us 12/23/10-1/6/2011.
Owner response:Thank you for staying with us and your time for commenting on our condo. We try to make it as enjoyable as possible. Anytime someone says it lacks something, which is not often, we provide it on my next trip there.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Maui for the Fifth time
Guest: Jim
(Heidelberg Ontario Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/02/10
Review Submitted: 10/17/10
My Wife and I have beet to Hawaii five times and prefer the area of this Condo over all others we have stayed at. This condo was exactly as represented in the VRBO advertisement. We have rented a number of Condo’s through this service and this was defiantly the best of any in an already very good group. It’s the first one that actually felt at home in and there was nothing that was not top notch. The renovation bill on this unit would not be one I would like to have paid for! There was lots of parking and the laundry facilities were plentiful and spotless as well. The BBQ facilities were clean and well looked after and the local residence were very friendly . It was truly a great experience that we will recommend to our friends and family and look forward to returning to ourselves! Watch for a group of turtles that feed at the break wall every morning early. We were a bit early for the Whales but it would be a great spot to watch them from. Thanks for the Great Rental Karen & Jim October 17/10 Canada
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Peaceful & Very Comfortable
Guest: John & Catherine
(Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10
Review Submitted: 07/21/10
The condo is delightful. Recently remodeled, wonderful kitchen, great TV and other electronics and very comfortable bed. These features combined with the spectacular view of the ocean, the constant cooling trade winds, the private lanai, and nearby beach make this quiet condo a wonderful choice. We enjoyed the serenity of the area versus the hubbub of Kana'apali beach (only 5 minutes south). We discovered a favorite restaurant just minutes north and a well stocked market a couple of minutes away. Enjoying a late afternoon pina coloda on the lanai became a treasured ritual. Having done most of the touristy activities on Maui in the past, the condo afforded us the peace and quiet for a very restful vacation.
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On Top of the Ocean
Guest: Sara M
(Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 05/11/10
There are many places to stay in Maui. I have stayed in busier resort areas in Kaanapali and in Kahana at other privately owned condos. This unit by far was my favorite. You are on top of the ocean. Not only do you have an unobstructed view of the ocean and islands, you can hear the ocean from the lanai and the living room. The lanai is completely private as well. I think I sat on the deck chair on the lanai for half of my stay. Inside the condo is very nice, clean, and updated. I cooked every night and the kitchen amenities far exceeded any condo I have stayed anywhere. I will definitely rent this unit again. Thank you for sharing it!
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