Location: Kalae, Molokai, Hawaii, USA (2 miles above the village of Kualapuu on Molokai Island.)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-8)
Keywords: Relaxing, Mountain, Family, Home, Moloka'i, the laid back, Friendly Isle.
This kid-friendly house is as comfortable for 2 as it is for 8. Two bedrooms offer sleeping arrangements for 5 adults comfortably but additional guests can be accommodated in the Great Room with couches and futons for up to 8 guests. A master suite on the East side of the home provides complete privacy, a king size bed and en-suite bath. The master bath offers a large hot tub and spacious shower. The master suite also features a private garden with a quietly bubbling fishpond softly lit at night. The guest bedroom on the west side of the home features 1 full-size bed and 1 twin bed, a deck and large adjoining bath with shower.
This hillside home features an open floor plan allowing for ocean and mountain views. A large open beam ceiling and tasteful splashes of color grace the Great Room to create a true sense of Hawaiian comfort. It includes the living room, dining area and, library and is connected to a large lanai facing the Pacific Ocean and a view of the Island of Lanai through the large trees. Fully retractable doors achieve a perfect balance of indoor/outdoor ambiance. In the winter months, the wood burning fireplace comes in handy. Ample seating in the living area near the fireplace creates a relaxing spot for friends and family to gather. In part of the Great Room, there is a library with television, stereo and an eclectic book collection. The cupboard full of games and picture puzzles can provide hours of fun and relaxation. The outdoor patio provides a special area for drinks while the barbecue is heating up.
Kauluwai Mauka [pronounced “Kah-oo-loo-wye Mah-oo-kah” which means the red spring in the mountains] was architect-designed for comfort and enjoyment. Kamaaina furniture and family heirlooms enhance feelings of history and continuity. A great place to unwind after your Maui or Waikiki stay, Kauluwai Mauka’s central location, twenty minutes from the airport makes it easy to explore the Friendly Island and make quick trips down to the many secluded island beaches.
Our home is an extraordinary mountain retreat that welcomes you to a different experience of peace and tranquility in the rolling uplands of the center of Molokai. Expansive views from the mountains to the sea through the large koa trees, with cool trade winds blowing year-round and spectacular sunsets create an ambiance like no other.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage : plus carport to accommodate three cars.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace : Fire wood included.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed (3) : Three built-in living room beds; sofas also available
- Crib : Port-a-crib
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : and upright piano.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Toaster oven, Slow cooker, Coffee maker, Ice cream/sherbet maker
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Set up to feed a lot of people.
- Refrigerator : with Freezer.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Nice place for beverages and barbecue.
- Balcony
- Lanai : great place to relax and enjoy the pasture view and Lanai Island across the channel.
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Cell Phone : Coverage is a little weak. A couple of miles down the hill coverage is good.
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Weber BBQ Grill (charcoal), Croquet set, Picnic table and equipment, Tent, Golf Clubs, Badminton equipment, Boogie boards, Fishing and snorkeling gear. Ironwood Hills, a nine hole golf course is five hundred yards away as the mynah bird flies.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : The house was built all on one level.
- Kid Friendly : Built with grandchildren in mind!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : None.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates vary depending on time of year and number of guests.
Base rates: $100/night (off peak) and $125/night (peak) based on double occupancy.
$15 per additional person per night. Peak season (May 16 - Sept. 15).
3 night minimum stay. $150 cleaning fee per stay. $39 Property protection ins.
Deposit - $450 (at time of reservation). Plus Hawai`i State total taxes - 11.56%
Refund will be made for prior cancellation 30 days from reservation date.
Reservations are on a first-come/first-served basis -See calendar for availability
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1966
In 1966 the Derby family built an architect-designed home for themselves on land that had been in the Cooke family since 1909.
Why the Owner Chose Kalae
Kauluwai Mauka began as an exclusive family vacation retreat, furnished in elegant simplicity to be a haven for busy city dwellers, their family, and friends. It has continued to offer relaxation and comfort to many guests as the family has grown.
The Unique Benefits of this House
"If you want to relax and do nothing, go to
Molokai and stay up at Kalae."
Property Photos
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- Kauluwai Mauka - Kalae, HI House with Ocean Views, Lanai, Master Hot Tub and is Kid Friendly
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- Outdoor Patio area for barbecues - Kalae, HI House with Ocean Views, Lanai, Master Hot Tub and is Kid Friendly
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- BBQ Patio - Kalae, HI House with Ocean Views, Lanai, Master Hot Tub and is Kid Friendly
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- Lanai
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- View from lanai
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- Master Bedroom
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- Guest Room
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- Dining and music
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- Comfort and relaxation
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- Library
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- Great Room from Lanai
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- Driveway through the trees
Traveler Reviews (9)
Quiet retreat - perfect gathering place
Guest: Love to travel
(SF Bay Area)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 10/23/11
We stayed at Moloka'I for a girls getwaway. Four women escaping the stress of corporate life for a few days and it was the perfect retreat. The house is clearly a place that holds family memories and was the perfect spot for us to explore the island and get some long needed R&R. My favorite memory was waking up each morning and opening up the movable windows in the large family room that extend the room onto the large lania. The sound of the birds, the mountain view in the still of the morning was a wonderful way to start each day...drinking local coffee and eating fresh papaya ...ah relaxation. Molokai is not Oahu or Maui. If you are looking for night life this is not the place. if you are interested in a quiet retreat with family and friends, reading books, playing games ....exploring Molokai and it's relaxed island lifestyle. I would stay here again and hope to return to Molokai again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Kauluwai Mauka
Guest: Scotty
(Wailuku, Maui, Hi.)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/12/11
Kauluwai Mauka was a perfect house for the 6 of us. It was very spacious, comfortable and quiet. The evenings were cool and even got to see deer in the backyard. The owner was easy to contact and he even called to see if everything was okay while we were there. The entire experience was great and will look forward to coming back again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The perfect getaway!Relax, Recupe,Remember.
Guest: Gregg
(Oahu)
Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 10/08/11
The home was very spacious. The company was excellent. The location is perfect for piece of mind.My total experience was "I want to go back" Loved it all the way!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Magical
Guest: Chris
(Oahu)
Date of Stay: 04/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/08/11
We were fortunate to have found this property on vrbo. Exceptional value in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Could not have asked for anything more....THANK YOU!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Molokai Beauty
Guest: Rich
(Haleiwa)
Date of Stay: 06/10/11
Review Submitted: 10/07/11
This place is a gem! Amazing sunsets and sunrise. Extremely private and quiet. Wish I didn't have to leave.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
The listing was accurately represented in the listing and photos. What you see is what you get!
Guest: Nan
(California)
Date of Stay: 02/26/10
Review Submitted: 10/07/11
Very comfortable home. The owner was very easy to communicate with and responsive to any questions/concerns we had. The home is roomy and has everything you may need including snorkeling gear. The home decor is 70's and maybe dated but we loved it! We felt the location was great, somewhat in the middle of the island.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Simply Paradise!
Guest: Bobby
(Tuscaloosa, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 07/30/10
Review Submitted: 10/07/11
We spent nine days in heaven at Kauluwai Mauka. I'll admit that I almost hate to write a review because I'd like to keep this place a personal secret. Our son & daughter-in-law from NC spent 5 days with us, followed by 4 days with friends from Oregon. I could sit on the beautiful lanai, feeling the breeze and staring at the view, for hours ( & did)! The house is the perfect getaway from the world, and Molokai is like your private island. During the week we were usually the only people on the beaches we visited. We traveled the whole island and watched the most incredible sunsets almost every night. The house has literally anything and everything you could want. And it really feels like the family home and retreat that the histories in the house tell you it is. Great bedrooms, and the living area and lanai are huge and open. While it "only" has the 2 bedrooms, the living area and lanai are designed to hold and sleep a CROWD. Great from a big family with older kids. Pack VERY light... you need very little that's not provided. We will use carryons only next trip. Very few stores on the island but they have what you need. I do plan to ship over a couple of short beach chairs to use & leave at the house the next time we rent it, but I cannot think of a single other thing we missed and couldn't find in the house or on the island. I have never found a more relaxing place. We are already planning our next trip!! Aloha from Alabama
Owner response:We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A great house and a great time.
Guest: Dunsel
(Southern Oregon)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10
Review Submitted: 09/20/10
Thank you so much for the house, it was perfect. All eight of us where very comfortable. Loved the large showers and the lanai. Quiet setting, we all slept great. It was nice to have everything there to cook with. We want to come back and stay there again. Thanks George & Laura Bailey
Owner response:We're glad you relaxed where we love to relax.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Jane Wenger
(Tiburon, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/18/09
Review Submitted: 06/18/09
Dear Derby family – What a wonderful vacation we had at Kauluwai Mauka! This is just one of many wonderful family times we have enjoyed here in your beautiful home, and we plan to be return guests over and over again! . We find Molokai lives up to its name; ‘The Friendly Isle’ and we treasure our time here.We love the way the house is set up! We have everything that we need, and could ever want. We love your beautiful Heath Dinnerware! We have enjoyed the wonderful setting, the cool mountain weather is a blessing, and the views stretch our eyes out across the ocean. The leisurely pace of Molokai is a welcome respite from our hectic San Francisco urban life. Whether we are sitting out on the lanai with a good book, or putting together a puzzle – we quickly fall into the rhythms of this special place.Even with the leisurely pace of your beautiful island, we find lots to do! It is great to have the golf course close by, and the course is unique, with spectacular views. We always look forward to our late night ritual of lining up at the door of the legendary Kanemitsu Bakery in charming Kaunakakai and waiting for the best bread ever made! Aloha Friday’s at the Hotel Molokai, is a special event for us – listening to the Auntie’s play their ukulele’s and sing takes us to a place of island history and fills us with Aloha Spirit! Good drinks over there too! Milton even did the hula this time! Our days here are long and relaxing. Slow Down - It’s Molokai! Nearly every day we swim and snorkel at our ‘secret beach’’. I can’t reveal the location here, since we always want it to be our own special place! Perhaps others will find it, but we are going to keep it under our sun hats! Thanks again for sharing your family home with us. We hope that it will always be here – offering us a chance to recharge our batteries and fall in love, over again with Molokai! See you next time!Mahalo and warm aloha, Jayne Wenger and Milton DiazTiburon, California
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