North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea
Escape to your private upstairs oasis on a premier North Shore estate. Located between the charming town of Paia and world-famous Ho’okipa Beach, Maui by the Sea offers the perfect blend of tropical relaxation and coastal adventure. Wake up to beautiful views of a sapphire ocean, watch local surfers catch the waves, and unwind on your private covered lanai as the trade winds blow.
Important Property Layout Disclosure
To ensure the perfect check-in experience, please note our estate's layout: The owners' main residence sits directly on the ocean's edge. Your private, fully detached two-story guest cottage is located on the roadside of the estate, nestled in a lush tropical garden.
From your private, elevated upstairs lanai, you look over the roofline of the main house to enjoy your panoramic ocean views. Guests have full, welcome access to walk the estate path down to the ocean's edge, where private lawn chairs and a seaside table await you!
The Cottage & Tropical Grounds
Designed exclusively for one or two guests, this elegant, cozy cottage offers all the comforts of home wrapped in a lush Hawaiian paradise.
The Space: A beautifully appointed 500-square-foot upstairs apartment (located above an open garage) featuring central air conditioning for your ultimate comfort.
The Layout: Includes a private bedroom with a plush queen-sized bed, a full bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen perfect for whipping up breakfast before a day of exploring.
The Gardens: The cottage is enveloped by a vibrant, mature tropical garden filled with swaying palm trees, bamboo, fragrant ginger, heliconias, and local fruit trees.
Oceanfront Estate & Beach Access
While the immediate shoreline is dramatic and rocky (no direct water entry from the property), you are just steps away from the sand.
The Waterfront: Walk out into the front yard (along the owners' house) to the edge of the property to watch surfers enjoying a popular local surf break. The entertainment never stops!
Nearby Beaches: A beautiful sandy beach perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing (Tavares Beach) is just a short 200-yard walk from your door.
Baldwin Beach: A quick, scenic drive down the coast brings you to Baldwin Beach Park—the North Shore’s premier white-sand beach complete with lifeguards, pavilions, and full facilities.
Rent with Absolute Confidence
Rest easy knowing you are booking with a seasoned professional. Maui by the Sea has been operating seamlessly for 25 years under a legal, fully compliant County of Maui permit, currently secured through 2031.
Rate: $360/night + 18.712% tax (Rates based on 1–2 guests). Minimum Stay: 5 nights. (Looking for a shorter stay? We may occasionally waive the minimum for last-minute bookings or specific calendar gaps—please inquire!)
Official Permitting: Permit # CP2001/0018 | HT ID TA-003-079-5776-01 | TMK 2-6-009-008
Important Disclosures & House Rules
We pride ourselves on transparency to ensure the perfect fit for our guests. Please review our house policies prior to booking:
Rental Agreement: A secure electronic rental agreement must be read, signed, and returned at the time of booking.
Location & Road Noise: The cottage sits off the scenic, two-lane Hana Highway. While the insulation and central air conditioning heavily minimize traffic sounds, please note that no refunds will be given due to road noise.
Tropical Environment & Local Wildlife: Our cottage is surrounded by a beautiful, thriving tropical garden. Because of Maui’s climate, you will likely see geckos (our friendly, local lizard neighbors), small insects, or ants during your stay, especially if food is left out. The property is professionally treated by a pest control service regularly, but in the tropics, nature coexists with us. If you are extremely sensitive to seeing local bugs or wildlife, a rural tropical setting may not be the best fit for your stay. No refunds will be given for the presence of standard tropical critters.
Strict Property Policies: * Absolutely NO smoking anywhere inside the cottage, outside, or on the property grounds. No candle burning or open flames of any kind. No loud music, parties, or outside visitors are permitted at any time.
Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Security: For your safety and property protection, a security camera is located in the garage area.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the neighborhood
Paia
Located in Paia, this cottage is by the ocean. Haleakala Bike Company and Regal Maui Mall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit One Love Farmers Market and Haliʻimaile Farmer's Market. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center and Maui Gold Pineapple Farm are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Kuau Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Hoʻokipa Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Lower Paia Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
Kahului Airport (OGG) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Mama's Fish House - 13 min walk
Minit Stop - 13 min walk
Paia Fish Market Restaurant - 14 min walk
Flatbread Company - 15 min walk
Paia Bay Coffee & Bar - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea?
As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea on Jul 20, 2026 start from $454, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is North Shore Ocean-View Garden Cottage near Paia – Maui by the Sea located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Paia Bay and Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui. Kuau Bay Beach and Lower Paia Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Incredible lanai ocean views, tropical flora and fauna. Walking a short way to the beachfront lawn and watching the sunset and ocean life was wonderful. Valerie and Craig could not have been more hospitable. This is a great find near Paia! Charming cottage, great kitchen and views from the bedroom were all pluses.
Valerie’s cottage is very well kept and furnished. Rarely do we fun a good sharp knife and cutting board in a rental kitchen! Our hosts were attentive and very helpful. The views are outstanding.
Fantastic Stay. Amazing deck with view of the ocean
Loved having meals on the private deck. Excellent communication and great overall place to stay.
preston w.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2020
Preston it was a pleasure having you stay in our cottage and share your surfing adventures of the day with us. I am glad you took the time to pick and squeeze our oranges for your breakfasts. Sorry the avocados took so long to ripen. In hope of hosting you again, Aloha.
We had a great time at the Maui by the sea cottage. Everything was great and the cottage was very awesome and comfortable!
Brandon R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justus B.
Jan 13, 2019
Perfect location for a perfect honeymoon!
We absolutely loved staying at Maui by the Sea. Everything about the property was perfect. Valerie and Craig were wonderful hosts. We loved getting to know them.
Justus B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
We are so happy it was the perfect place for you. And we hope to see you again with your family. Aloha, Craig and Valerie
I found the place even better than photos! Road noise was no issue. We really enjoyed the deck off the unit and its amazing views of the ocean. Valerie was a great host.
We loved our stay here! Perfect location I’m Maui to do so many of the things we wanted! Valarie & Craig live on the property too which we didn’t know but wasn’t a problem at all! They were so nice & let us eat all the oranges off their trees that we wanted :)
We had a wonderful time at Maui by the Sea. Great location to Paia, the road to Hana, and numerous beaches. Relaxing views and a great place to unwind. Valerie and Craig were exceptionally welcoming and supportive. You could not pick a better place in Maui.
Dc D.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 21, 2021
Thanks Diana and Patrick for choosing our cottage. It was a pleasure meeting you and we hope to see you again. Aloha, Valerie
I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place to stay. The ocean in front of you. The beautiful beaches and so close to downtown Paia. Everything about this was excellent. The owner of the property was so helpful and nice. She and her husband are locals and are right on the property so that was also very helpful. A beautiful little getaway that was perfect.
Wonderful little cottage - perfect for us two. Location is great for cyclists and kiters like us . Stunning ocean views. Wonderful hosts. Everything you need in this well equipped place in paradise. 5 Stars all around.
Kristine E.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shehrzad
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property exceeds every expectation. My partner and I were utterly spoiled staying here. Valerie Craig made us feel at home with this amazing accommodation, which served as our private nirvana during our stay on Maui. The property's fruits were delicious, and the ocean view made us want to stay for the duration of our trip. We had many lovely BBQ meals on the balcony. We truly felt like we hit the jackpot by staying here.
Shehrzad
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen F.
Feb 8, 2017
Perfect cottage for your vacation in Paia
Loved our stay! Especially the view of the ocean from the bed and deck, the full sized kitchen, BBQ and covered deck enabled us to prepare our own meals nightly. Hosts are very helpful, generous and kind. Excellent location for enjoying Mama's Fish House and Paia town. The only complaint our entire stay is we found the mattress too soft for our preference. The ocean view seating in the front the property is spectacular! We would return!
Karen F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We are blessed with a great view. And the cottage having a covered lanai allows our guests to enjoy every meal outdoor, rain or shine. This week, we are having a guest who brought with him his memory foam padding just in case the mattress would be too firm for him. And he has been using it!!! We wish we could have the universal mattress to please everyone. For this reason each time we buy a new mattress we have to choose one that is neither too firm nor too soft. Aloha!
Valerie and Craig (owners) have raised the “host” bar; they both truly embrace the meaning of “Aloha.” The property and cottage are very well maintained with all the comforts of home. Now, let’s talk view- Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous! It was a relaxing week of fun, excellent food, conversation and at day’s end it was a joy to return to “Maui by the Sea.” Truly.
Julianne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Apr 15, 2011
Above our expectations
My wife and I spent 2 weeks in March 2011 at Maui by The Sea. It was a wonderful time. The house is really well decorated & perfectly equipped. Every detail has been looked after and we just found ourselves almost better than at home...It was really hard to leave, although we feel privileged to be living in a beautiful city like Barcelona (Spain).
The view is astonishing, the privacy complete, the location just perfect. Thanks for the great experience!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thank you Gilles and Eva,
we are so happy you had a wonderful time.
Come back soon!
Aloha,
Craig and Valerie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terese A.
Feb 25, 2019
An amazing, relaxing and truly Hawaiian experience
Valerie and Craig are the ultimate hosts! This beautiful ocean view cottage was exactly what we were looking for when we decided to stay in Paia. Both were available and willing to offer advice or ask if we needed anything.
The cottage was well stocked with all the conveniences of home and the attention to little touches did not go unnoticed.
We did not want to leave! We will be back. Thank you for sharing your amazing home!
Terese A.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thank you so much. We hope to see you soon and for a longer stay. Aloha!!
Valerie's cottage overlooks a beautiful topical oasis and full ocean view. The cottage was tastefully designed and just the right size for two. There were views from every window and a wonderful deck to enjoy our home made meals.
The location was perfect to easily get to town, beaches, wonderful restaurants, and all that the North Shore has to offer. Although, it was hard to venture out as I could have stayed the whole vacation right there at the cottage. Valerie and Craig were also very helpful and a joy to know. We are already looking at our calendar to plan a return trip.
Mahalo to our wonderful hosts!
Lynn R.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 30, 2022
Thank you for the great review. We are so glad you liked our cottage and property. And it was so nice to meet you both and Lilly. We hope to see you soon.
All we can say is “Wow”. The cottage is so cosy and has anything and everything you could possibly need for a fantastic vacation! The bedroom looked out onto the ocean and the bed was super comfortable. The bathroom was well stocked and clean. The living room had a plush comfy couch and large tv which was nice to cozy up on in the evenings after a long day in the sun. The kitchen had every piece of equipment you could ever need including a juicer with an endless supply of oranges on the trees outside. Bbqing and eating on the lanai overlooking the ocean was incredible. It was perhaps the most relaxing vacation my husband and I have ever had! If we could more than 5 stars we would. Oh and Valerie the owner was so nice and her communication couldn’t have been better. We had zero issues with check in, our stay or check out. Highly recommend…. Just don’t book the dates we want to come back😁
Colin D.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 26, 2024
Thank you so much for such a wonderful and descriptive review. I am so looking forward to having you stay in the cottage and seeing you again next year. Have a beautiful year. Valerie
En wirklich friedlicher Ort zum verweilen. Man sitzt am Meer und schaut den Schildkröten zu. Super nette Gastgeberin Valerie. Danke für alles!
Michael P.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Valerie Richter (owner)
Your hosts at the Maui by the Sea cottage: Craig and Valerie Richter
Hi, I am Craig: I was born in Seattle and grew up in Spokane, Washington. I loved sports growing-up, especially tennis. I participated in lots of competitions and later became a tennis coach. As a child my parents brought us to Maui several times and eventually I became a Tennis Coach both on Maui and Kauai prior to moving to Hong Kong for 12 years, after which I returned to Maui, met Valerie and have never left. I have been a dedicated tennis coach here on Maui for over 15 years.
Bonjour, I am Valerie: I was born and grew up in Paris, France and became a sports photographer, working for a Windsurfing Magazine, Planche Mag, in the 80's. As a Windsurfing Photographer I traveled around the world following the Windsurfing World Cup, but of all the places my work took me, I loved Maui the best and on Maui I finally settled in 1989.
We are active in our church and in studying the Scripture. When we aren't looking after our guests, we love to play tennis, hike, ski and travel (though not very often since we have a hard time leaving Maui), and Valerie loves Watercolor and Pastel painting, fosters kittens for the MHS and still takes lots of photographs.
We hope you will come and join us in our little paradise,
Aloha, Craig and Valerie
Why they chose this property
This is a unique spot, ocean front, close to Paia and very central to lots of activities, protected from the wind. Extraordinary views. The pictures speak for themselves. We have been in business since 2000. We love to give our guests all the information they need and also all the privacy they need.
What makes this property unique
The property is very private with its own ocean view. There is a surf spot right in front and close to shore and it is a wild show to watch and hear the surfer catching waves (winter only). Access to a cute little beach with sleepy turtles on the sand is a one minute walk. Perfect for a morning or evening dip. Once you are done touring or shopping, it is the best to just come home and still have a wonderful and incredible view. This is a very special little nest for honeymooners but also windsurfers and kite boarders.
Languages:
English, French
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