Vacation Rentals by Owner

Beautiful remote location.

Guest: gch (lakeville, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/06/12 Review Submitted: 02/12/12

The photos don't do the property justice. Great quality finishes. Only suggestion, it gets pretty cold upcountry. The cottage could use a heater or at least an area rug in front of the sofa.

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

Great spot away from the crowds

Guest: Jamie L.
Date of Stay: 12/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/07/12

If you are looking for somewhere that's a bit quieter and cooler away from the beach then this is a great place to stay. Makawao is located 'upcountry' which basically means farmland but is beautiful and green, very relaxing and away from the crowds. We found the property well kept, the owners Siobhan and Geoff very helpful and nice to get away to somewhere different after a day at the beach. Would highly recommend this property and would have no hesitation in staying again.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Great house! Great getaway!

Guest: nicky (oxford, uk)
Date of Stay: 08/29/11 Review Submitted: 10/05/11

We recently spent over 2 weeks at this property and couldn't have chosen a better location. The days were warm and bright, the nights were the perfect temperature- not too warm and a perfect breeze came through the windows. We saw deer in the front yard and heard owls in the neighboring eucalyptus forest. The kids loved it- they provided every beach toy imaginable and there was tons of room for them to run around. The interior of the house was beautifully appointed and we had everything we needed and more. Our last night we had a fabulous barbeque and we can't wait to come back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Aubrey and Manny, Maria and Tomas, CA
Date of Stay: 03/23/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

Thank you so much for letting us stay at your beautiful home. It is so quiet and peaceful here. Maui is such a beautiful place. This is definitely our first trip of many to come. We were able to see the entire island while we were here and every place is so wonderful and extremely beautiful.

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Guest: Lisa, Eric, Julian and Cleo
Date of Stay: 02/21/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

We've had a great time! Loved the easy access to Paia and Haleakala. Wonderful snorkel trip with so many whales year around. Enjoyed the fruit from your neighbor's stand, especially the tastiest limes ever. Thanks for providing a great base for our trip. Used the boogie boards nearly every day!

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Guest: Sherri and Vic, NY
Date of Stay: 02/08/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

Absolutely awesome! What a beautiful home, island, beaches, I'ao Valley, mountain, mists, whales, rainbows. We'll carry the memories for a lifetime!- and yes- eat at Casanovas. Until we return. Mahalo.

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Guest: Marian and Alida Brandenburg
Date of Stay: 01/24/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

Heart so full of joy for the stay, It feels heavy to have to leave today, so lovely to know when this far we roam, we may have this cottage to feel right at home. Mahalo!

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Guest: Christopher, Dannette and Kensie
Date of Stay: 01/20/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

Thank you for squeezing us in at the last minute. We appreciated your thoughtfulness in providing things like a cooler which made it so nice on our adventures.

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Guest: Ria & Johan, The Netherlands
Date of Stay: 01/15/11 Review Submitted: 07/14/11

We were very glad that we could stay one night longer than planned so Johan had one more day to recover from back pain. He could not sit for a long time, so we stayed here most of the days. Very relaxing! The bed in the master room is very comfortable and this helps a lot. We loved the shower, the quietness and comfort of the house. This is the sixth house we rented in Hawaii and one of the best! Thanks.

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Guest: The Whitehead Family
Date of Stay: 01/11/11 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Thank you or rather MAHALO for sharing your cottage with us. It was a great base for our outings to Hana and Maui Ocean Center and Iao Park. You have some great places to eat especially Casanovas and Mamas Fish House. It was a short stay in Maui but having your cottage to come home to each night was special. It's on for a 2 day taste of Kauai before returning to the snows of winter in Alberta, Canada. Mahalo!

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Guest: The Baker Family
Date of Stay: 01/09/11 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Thank you for everything!

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Guest: Karen, Michael and Jack M, TX
Date of Stay: 01/06/11 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We loved the comfy beds and interior of the home. We had everything we needed (and more). We loved the location- easy access to Haleakala and road to Hana. And Makawao- enjoyed Casanova's deli and pizzas. The trees and weather were a nice break from the rest of Maui. Aloha and howdy from San Antonio, TX!

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Guest: Glen and Gillian
Date of Stay: 01/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Thanks for letting us stay in your cottage. This is a beautiful place to relax and unwind.

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Guest: Tim, Towhee, Kyla and Olive
Date of Stay: 12/13/10 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay at your lovely property! Everything was great,we hate to leave this home away from home, beautiful Maui mountainside retreat- we'll have to return again soon!!

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lovely escape

Guest: pacificomm girl (kona hawaii)
Date of Stay: 12/13/10 Review Submitted: 12/21/10

We rented the cottage/house for almost 2 weeks. Excellent location for our work and a wonderful place to come and unwind after a long day. We will definitely be back. Full kitchen, comfy beds, quality linens, jacuzzi tub, all around excellence.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Tim and Heather, Mat-Su Valley, AK
Date of Stay: 12/07/10 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

We had a terrific time and the guard cats were a hoot!

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Guest: Heather and Tim, OR
Date of Stay: 12/07/10 Review Submitted: 12/18/10

Everything was wonderful- thank you so much. Best bananas EVER! Thanks again- we'll be back! Heather & Tim

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Guest: Thornton & Allison M, Waipahu, HI
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Thank you for the opportunity to allow us to get away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu city life and to bring along a friend from the mainland!

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Guest: Tom and Dewey R, Portland, Maine
Date of Stay: 08/25/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your beautiful cottage. It is a peaceful, serene, spacious and wonderful cottage on all fronts. The location is so relaxing and calming as well. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. A big mahalo!

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Guest: Peter, Magali, Tristan & Dylan, Toronto, Canada
Date of Stay: 08/01/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Great peaceful cottage. We had a great time. If you do not feel like getting up early to go to the volcano for sunrise, go for the sunset, it is worth it. Great food at Milagros (Paia). The kids love Big Beach (huge waves!). Mahalo!

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Guest: Cindy and Vic (Washington), David (Montana)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Mahalo for a most enjoyable vacation! We love this house, and I have to admit to being a little bit sad to leave it. Note to future guests- as you're venturing about Upcountry, be sure to stop at Grandmas's Coffee House in Keokea for coffee and delicious baked goods. The pineapple coconut cake is my favorite!

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Guest: Justin and Van
Date of Stay: 07/01/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Amazing value! Very beautiful vacation rental, everything was perfect. We loved the secluded homey feel. Dakine Zipline is just up the road and they are awesome- must go see them! We also hiked and swam Twin Falls, snorkeled South of Makena, mile marker 14, Honolua Bay, Little Beach :) and stand up surfed at Launiopoko Park. We even found a rave party for the 4th of July along a cliffside! Thank you so much!

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Guest: The Oje Family
Date of Stay: 04/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/11/10

We had a wonderful time in your home. It's so serene and peaceful here. We loved listening to the birds and smelling the eucalyptus trees. The guava tree was perfect for snacking and making smoothies. The kids had a blast playing in the yard. My wife loved the upgrades in the home and I liked the beautiful stars and the sound of the rain on the roof.

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Guest: Ann and Jim C,Parksville, Vancouver Island,Canada
Date of Stay: 01/22/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

Mahalo for the great accommodation. It was wonderful to come back to the peace and tranquility of your cottage after a busy day elsewhere on the island. For those who come behind us - must do- The Hana road (go all the way around- don't stop at Hana- leave early in the morning) Bike ride from the top of the volcano- Maui Sunriders Bike Co is great Shop in Makawao and Lahaina Go to Big Beach and so much more- we did so much!! Enjoy your time and think of all those who live in the lands of rain and snow!!

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Guest: Albert, Sue, John and Lynn
Date of Stay: 01/13/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

We so much appreciate our stay in your cottage. This is our first visit to Maui and found this place ideal for us. So much better than squeezed into a cityish room surrounded by traffic! Although our family is represented here from Arizona and Colorado, I have a Connecticut connection- I lived in Mystic, CT from 1980-2001 (coincidence of course!) Leave by 8am for Hana! Later and the driver will be stressed out! If you don't make it to Hana- so what! It's the journey, not the destination! Thanks for the avocados. We ate them just before they went bad. A real treat! Mahalo!

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Guest: Chloe, Blake and Dolly, Seattle, WA
Date of Stay: 01/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Mahalo for sharing your nice home with us! It was wonderful being so close to Makawao Town and our family! Enjoyed waking up to the wind in the trees and the amazing Blue Moon on New Years. Maui has always been a magical place for us ,and we are thankful to add yet another lovely experience to our memories! Aloha and Blessings!

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Guest: Tom, Ruth, Natalie and Matt W, FL
Date of Stay: 12/28/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

Aloha, Thoroughly enjoyed your cottage and Maui. Saw a lot of beautiful sights. Very restful cottage. Mahalo!

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Guest: Amanda F, Napa, CA
Date of Stay: 12/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

Much love and appreciation to you and your lovely cottage. We enjoyed ourselves so much. All of our many adventures to Hana and hiking the volcano made for our family memories that will stand always. We hope to return and would joyfully stay with you again. Thank you for all and Happy Holidays to you and yours, Much love.

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Guest: Kharma and Roanin F, Napa, CA
Date of Stay: 12/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

We will miss Maui when we leave. The house is beautiful, the loft is comfy and nice. The kitchen is great. You did a great job on the cottage!

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Guest: Paul and Connie, Seattle-Tacoma area, WA
Date of Stay: 12/07/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

A lovely cottage that we felt very much at home in. The quiet nights were so relaxing after a day around the island. So much to see and do here and the constant demographic changes gave us a feeling of being back home in the mountains of Western Washington. Road to Hana and back around the other side impressed us so much we did it twice. Never saw such clear water before as we did in Hana. Now we move on to the West Island. Will miss the spacious serenity of your cottage I'm sure. Thank you for allowing us to share our time here during this holiday season. Best Wishes and Merry Christmas!

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Guest: Don and Terry, Nashville, TN
Date of Stay: 11/11/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

We enjoyed the seclusion and peaceful setting of your adorable cottage. The stars were wonderful. This was a great place to "decompress" and relax. You have added many nice touches to the home. I hope you enjoy this place as much as we have.

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Guest: Jim and Jane (also from Oregon!)
Date of Stay: 10/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

This cottage is delightful and perfectly located for all us who love the breeze and the wind in the trees and the sounds of nature and livestock. The gentle sunrise and the stars so close, you can almost touch them! In the "cool of the day" you actually feel the presence of guiding spirits. Food at Pollis, Casanovas and Haliimaile General Store all were exceptional. We enjoyed being able to "cook in" and have simple breakfasts. Local produce "ono". Iao Valley Park was our discovery for this trip (we have been to Maui 8 times). Hana is our heart home and Sunrise Protea our favorite snack place. Protea angels are delightful gifts. Thankyou again- you are given much "Mahalo Nui Loa"

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Guest: Jane from Oregon
Date of Stay: 10/11/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Just arrived from Oregon- first off I LOVE this guest book, it is gorgeous! I absolutely love the seting that your cottage is in- the smell of the eucalyptus. I cannot wait to meet all of your dogs and cats "what a paradise!" This is heaven to me, and I just got here! :) I met the neighbor horse today and have already laid in a supply of carrots for him (his owner said it was okay).... I passed the Canines For Independence property and am looing forward to stopping by there and introducing myself. I'll call them first. Well I am very excited about my visit, and I am already thinking about my next trip. I plan on being a regular here......:)

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Guest: Francine and Steven Roby, San Rafael, CA
Date of Stay: 09/13/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Mahalo for your beautiful cottage and land and the friendly visits by cats and the neighbor horse! It's been so wonderfully quiet under a sky full of stars. Lovely architecture. Great potential. Here are some places we enjoyed: Makawaos' General Store- great gourmet food and wine selection. Took trip to Grandmas Coffee House at Ulupalakua- Saturdays there is live Hawaiian music- coconut cake and coffee cake are great. Ono Gelato in Paia is world class. Take the back (south) road to Hana. We had private picnic lunches out there. Aloha- see you again sometime.

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Guest: Marcos, Angela, Teddy and Truffles, Kihei, HI
Date of Stay: 09/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing your piece of paradise with us. We hope to visit again in the near future. It was so nice to "get away" from everything and just relax. We stayed here for 4 days and were completely content. Nature here is SO amazing! Teddy and Truffles (our Poms) appreciate your kindness in allowing them to stay here and play in your yard! :) Many Mahalos!!

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Guest: The Chavez, West Hills, CA
Date of Stay: 09/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Thankyou for sharing your peaceful, quiet, fully equipped cottage with our family. Our 11 day stay here hads been relaxing when we are at the cottage- from the light rain in the morning and at night to the winds rushing through the trees and hearing the swishing sounds as you fall asleep. So many great activities to do such as horseback riding at Mendes Ranch, surfing at Lahaina, exploring Twin Falls, kayaking at Makena, parasailing at Lahaina, taking the road to Hana and stopping at the black sand beach, taking the trip up to Haleakala Crater, ziplining above Kula area, visiting the local Makawao eats like Pizza Fresh, Pollis and visiting the local library, Maui Ocean Cneter and the list goes on....but not enough time... Mahalo!

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Guest: Dennis A, Potomac, MD
Date of Stay: 08/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

This is the Maui that I remember as a child- decades ago- tranquil, gentle and beautiful. Maui No Ka Oi! I love the beaches of West/South Maui, Haleakala- so take time to go on day hikes- Iao Valley, the Paia Zen Mission Obon Festival was wonderful. It's a wonderful cottage- I enjoyed it very much. Mahalo!

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Guest: Eric S
Date of Stay: 08/23/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Aloha! The Obar Festival at the Renza Zen Mission was a great experience. Snorkelling and shopping at the swap meet were also trip makers. Back to Oahu tomorrow morning and then to Cali.

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Guest: Amy and Ryan D,
Date of Stay: 08/18/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Mahalo Nui Loa! We enjoyed our short stay! Grandmas, Baby Beach, Paia Fishmarket, snorkelling, swap meet and seeing a shark in front of the Maui Prince! All exciting!

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Guest: Rich, Kira and Liam, Voorheesville & New Palte,NY
Date of Stay: 08/14/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Mahalo for a beautiful place to rest our heads. Some advice for those who follow us: For sunrise at Haleakala, leave here at least an hour before sunrise (the parking lot fills up and you may not get a spot...leave 1 1/4- 1 1/2 hours) For great snorkelling, try Wailea Beach and Ahihi Cove (better than a Maui Ecotours kayak/snorkel we did) Make sure no one left an unwanted alarm on the clock! :) Cheers!

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Guest: Jim, Sara, Jainey, Collin and Sean V, Orilla, TX
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Thanks so much for a wonderful retreat! This was our second place in Maui and we loved the mountain breeze and quiet relaxation. A great home for our family. We loved it! Now, off to Hana! Aloha!

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Guest: Erine, Aren, Tanner and Leila C., Kailua, HI
Date of Stay: 07/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Thanks a million for such a wonderful little guest house. It offered a much needed retreat for our family for a few days away from the hustle and bustle of Oahu! We are very envious of your country life and can't wait to return!! We really enjoyed checking out the renovations you've made to your ohana as we are planning to build our own soon too :) Thanks again!

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Guest: Heidi and Don W, Oklahoma City, OK
Date of Stay: 07/23/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

We have enjoyed our stay in your charming cottage. We come to Maui each summer to visit our grandchildren (ages 5 and 6 years). This was a perfect place to visit with family, have family dinners and relax. It was fun to be tucked away from the world for a time. Thanks! P.S. Loved seeing your felines each day!

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Guest: Depalmas and James
Date of Stay: 07/08/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Believe it our not we're from Conn. too! Also from Kahana, Maui. Looking for a getaway from the other side of the island with my niece visiting from Conn. Perfect spot! This ohana is so charming and all the new beautiful appointments were appreciated. Enjoyed the natural stone and fixtures. Sleeping under the stars and being able to hear the subtle sound outdoors was wonderful. So peaceful here- we'll be recommending to others. Good job! Mahalo!

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Guest: Davis and Lisa
Date of Stay: 05/12/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Thank you so much. So relaxing and peaceful. More than we had hoped for. David and Lisa

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Guest: Danielle
Date of Stay: 04/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Hey there. Hope you enjoy Maui, it's mpossible not to! Also you're staying in a great little place! Stay safe and have fun. It was great to get out of the city and spend a few days in the country. Love and aloha, Danielle from Oahu (originally from CT)

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Guest: Genesa
Date of Stay: 04/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Aloha Loveys! This is Genesa from Connecticut. Had a blast in Maui and will be back sometime soon hopefully. I highly recommend Little Beach :) Be sure to watch out for those waves- they're brutal!

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Guest: Brian
Date of Stay: 04/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

This is Brian- also from CT- take the road to Hana and watch sunrise from Haleakala but be sure to fill up on gas before you leave Makawao. There are no gas stations anywhere near either of those destinations- we ran out of gas at 9,000 ft at 6:00 am. Other than that- incredible- go to Big Beach- have the Obama Burger at the Paia Fish Market- be back soon as well!

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Guest: Lindsay
Date of Stay: 04/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/10

Aloha from Connecticut!! Had a great time- thank you so much!! Maui Rocks- will be back soon- a promise!!

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