Closest Oceanfront Cottage on Kepuhi Beach, Molokai- $Discount

I use the word “magic” to describe cottage 2-A. Located at the intersection of two remarkable beaches, it is only a fifteen-minute walk (or a five-minute drive) to a beach that is three miles of perfect, uninterrupted sand. I was often the only person on a beach. A “crowd” is six people. You got that right: six people on a three-mile strand of sand.

The cottage itself is idyllic with floor to ceiling screened windows on three sides, a thirty-foot ceiling, comfortable furniture with a tropical feel, a lanai that puts you amid nature (including turkeys who drop by), and a sleeping alcove open to the surf that lulls you gently to sleep. It comes with beach chairs, boogie boards, towels, and such. The cottage is immaculately clean, and recently repainted and refitted with new screens.

Cher and her associates are exemplary communicators. They will respond to your questions within 24 hours.

The first sign you see leaving the airport says, “This is Molokai. Slow down.” That is true in every way. The cottage has a TV, but in seven days, I never turned it on. Average driving speed is about 35 mph on quiet roads. I once drove all the way into town and never encountered another vehicle.

2-A is both remote and convenient. It is about 25 minutes from the cottage to the main town (Kaunakakai) along a road that is dry beauty. It is only a little more than an hour to the east end with its lush tropical quality. By urban standards, what is twenty-five minutes for groceries, an artists' collective, or one of the best ice cream cones anywhere? A tiny milk-and-eggs store is on premises, and a country general store is just eight minutes to Maunaloa.

The historical and cultural sites, and the geographical wonders, are just as close. I will never forget Kaulapapa. Molokai accommodates tourists, but it is a working island with real people who have decided, as a community, not to touristify.

Yes, the cottage is located on the grounds of what was once a hot resort that no longer functions. Some of the buildings are not used today. But the grounds are very well kept, and the empty buildings are in decent shape.

Cottage 2-A is indeed the best location at Kephui Beach. In fact, I think just right for those who seek not just to substitute a frenetic everyday life with a frenetic vacation pace, but who long for resonance with the sea, trade winds that refresh the soul, an enlarging cultural experience, and a time away that is beauty itself.

We spent three lovely days at Cher's beachside cottage on Kepuhi beach. I cannot say enough about the location. Where else can you wake up to watch the waves breaking on the shore? Later, you can enjoy the sunset from the lanai. In between, experience authentic Hawaii by exploring Molokai, which is very different from the other islands. No crowds, no fancy restaurants, no traffic. One day we went to the next beach to the North, Make Horse, and most of the afternoon had it all to ourselves! These are not great swimming spots, but incredibly beautiful.

The cottage is very comfortable and is fully stocked. Much of it is well used, but the king bed is new, the bathroom was just retiled, the TV is nice, and there are beach chairs, boogie boards, etc. It is a shame that the hotel and golf course are decaying around you, but the pool is nice and also has a wonderful view. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Molokai.

Our family really enjoyed our stay on Molokai. Cher and assistant were very easy to communicate with and we really enjoyed the location. Wish we could have stayed longer and can’t wait to visit again!

We had a fantastic time staying for 12 nights here! Michelle was great to deal with and Carol the caretaker there was attentive and willing to help with anything. The location being so close to the ocean was amazing and we'd definitely stay here again.

Cottage 2A was very clean and comfortable. Loved the new paint, the comfy bed, and the furniture arrangement. (The kitchen could use better lighting.) We liked the very private location. This cottage is very close to the beach, which is both a plus and a minus. It’s only a few steps to the sand and the Hawaiian monk seals napping on the beach - a great view of the surfers - but on the other hand, the ocean is really loud!