Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops
Beautifully built and decorated luxury private cottage in a tropical garden with ultra-quiet split AC systems and ceiling fans in every room, whole house water filtration system, resort-style landscaping and lighting.
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Located in sunny South Maui, Maui's South Shore boasts the most variety and breathtakingly beautiful beaches of all Hawaiian Islands. Just pack your swim suite and leave the rest to us. Staying in a house with relaxing outdoor spaces is truly one of the best ways to enjoy your vacation. This is a non-smoking property.
Why rent a private cottage? You never have to share the hot tub or the BBQ with any of the other tourists nor is there a closing time for the hot tub. Parking is so convenient directly in front of the cottage, you never have to compete with other guests for parking spaces. When you have your large suitcases, Costco purchases, beach gear and coolers, your car is just out the front door instead of meandering through a large complex with your heavy items.
GREEN ENERGY HOME: We utilize the sun in Maui for our power needs.
---------------------- THE COTTAGE ---------------------- Single story private house with fully fenced yard. There are stairs to the entrances.
* Private salt water hot tub (top of the line Hot Springs luxury hot tub with 34 powerful jets) Ultra-quiet split Air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout * Whole house water filtration system * Bedroom: Queen bed with dresser, Smart TV. Queen beds are the same length as a king, just narrower. * 1 Bathroom: Extra-Large Shower with 3 shower heads including a rain shower head * Outdoor hot water shower * Green energy home – low carbon footprint with solar panels * WIFI: Easy to work remotely with the highest speed WIFI available (Download 600 mb/sec, Upload 20 mb/sec)
---------------------------------------------------- LOCATION ---------------------------------------------------- The ancient Hawaiians traveled to Kihei for their Royal Retreats. There are six miles of beach along Kihei's coastline, including the popular Kama'ole beaches.
Our private cottage is located in a neighborhood in the heart of South Kihei, the sunniest part of Maui near the famous Kama’ole white sand beaches. Just a 10-minute walk to many things:
* Kalama Beach Park (tennis, volleyball, basketball, skate park, outdoor skating rink, beautiful sunsets, and more) * Over 23 restaurants, coffee shops, and bars * Shops, boutiques, open air markets * Saturday Farmers market and grocery store * The Cove Beach Park (paddle boarding and beginner surfing)
We love our morning and evening walks for coffee, breakfast, waterfront strolling, paddleboarding, happy hour, dinner, evening cocktails, and sunsets.
Quick drive (5-minutes) * Kamaole Beach Park 1, 2, 3 (Kam 1 is a 20-min walk) – the best swimming beaches
There are several beaches very close to the house depending on what you are interested in. When we go to the beach with our gear, we always drive. There is plenty of parking in front of the beaches and we have coolers, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel equipment, towels.
Here are all the distances to give you a better idea of our local beaches. * Kalama Beach Park (0.5 mile, 5 min walk to beginning of the park) - retaining wall to the ocean and beach, small beach usually used by paddleboarders and surfers. Fantastic walk along the waterfront and where everyone gathers for sunset. The park is amazing with playground, tennis, volleyball, basketball, roller-skating rink and more * Cove Park (0.7 miles, 10 min walk, 1 minute drive) - great for paddle boarding, wading in the water, beginner surf lessons leave from this beach
All the Kamaole beaches are considered some of the best beaches on Maui. We spend our beach time at Kamaole I. * Kamaole Beach Park I (1 mile, 20 min walk, 3 min drive) * Kamaole Beach Park II (1.6 miles, 32 min walk, 5 min drive) * Kamaole Beach Park III (1.9 miles, 36 min walk, 6 min drive)
Short Drive (15-20 minutes): * Famous Makena Beach, Wailea and world class golf courses * Airport
Stroll in cute little shops while trying some local shave ice. You will love Maui's most unique shopping and dining experience at Kihei Kalama Village with great places to eat and over 40 vendors and boutiques. At the south side of Kalama Beach, you will find Cove Park where you can take surfing lessons or try stand up paddle boarding. Walk beyond Cove Park and you find Charley Young beach which is part of the famous Kamaole beaches.
In the morning, walk to Starbucks, Lava Java Coffee Roasters, or Da Greens and enjoy your coffee at the beach or in a lush tropical setting. During the early evening, you can enjoy Happy Hour at Three’s Bar and Grill or one of the other many places within a 10-minute walk of the house or enjoy the gorgeous sunsets at the beach.
------------------------------------------------------------------------- PRIVATE OUTDOOR LIVING IN A TROPICAL SETTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Bask in the sun on the deck or relax in the covered lanai * Weber Gas Grill * Outdoor shower * Salt water hot tub * Fully fenced tropical garden and lawn (yoga on the grass)
Tropical outdoor living area for sunning, reading a book in the shade, having a glass of wine with your partner, grilling, or relaxing in the hot tub.
--------------------------- THE AMENITIES --------------------------- * All-Clad gourmet cookware and kitchen tools * Induction range * 65-inch 4k OLED Smart TV for the living room and 40-inch Smart TV in the bedroom. Cable and streaming TV. * WI-FI (high speed and easy to work from here, download 1000 mb/sec, upload 1000 mb/sec) * Books, games * Many toiletry items provided
The house includes island-style furniture with a full kitchen that will delight a chef. High end cookware and kitchen tools like Henckel knives, French press, coffee grinder, a comprehensive spice rack, and a Vitamix blender. Make delicious Hawaiian smoothies from the Saturday farmers market a 5-minute walk away.
5-star luxury resort Queen mattress with 800+ thread count pima cotton sheets and a down comforter assures a good night's sleep.
------------------------------- FOR THE BEACH ------------------------------- Beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, boogie boards, coolers, ice packs, and snorkel gear provided. And lots of extras...
We also have tennis rackets and balls for the park.
-------------------------------------------------------- We are a legally permitted vacation rental. For private homes, we are required by the County of Maui to have all guests registered on the rental agreement and signatures of every adult confirming acceptance of House Policies. We use a simple process for online electronic signatures. Maui County approved vacation rental: Short Term Rental Permit STKM 2014/0001, Tax ID 085245542401, TMK 2390320310000
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Important information
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 390320310000, TA-085-245-5424-01, GE-085-245-5424-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Kihei
Located by the sea, this cottage is in Central Kihei, a neighbourhood in Kihei. Kamalo Wharf and Kaʻahumanu Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters. Maui Arts and Cultural Center and Maui Nui Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Is Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops?
As of 14 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops on 4 Jul 2026 start from £368, 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 at Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury cottage, private, saltwater spa🌺walk to beach, dining,shops located?
Located in Central Kihei, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Regency Kihei Cinemas, Kihei Town Center Shopping Center and Kihei Kalama Village. Kalama Beach Park and Kihei Regional Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved this cottage! The location is great for exploring the island but is also walking distance to shops, restaurants & beaches. It is very well equipped with clean, high quality furniture & appliances. The tropical outdoor spaces are very private. Highly recommended!
Christine B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2026
Thank you Christine for this kind review. When we purchased this property, Dave had two requirements. He wanted a house (vs. a condo) so he could have an amazing tropical garden and also be able to walk everywhere...we are so happy you enjoyed that too. When we rebuilt the cottage, I wanted a romantic retreat with a 2-person shower and relaxing outdoor space. Thank you again for staying! xoxo Jenni
Verified
8/10 Good
Jennifer K.
10 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
House was nice and well stocked. I enjoyed the outdoor shower and garden. Neighborhood was so-so. A couple abandoned vehicles parked in front of the house made getting in/out difficult. Adjoining house that host also owns was noisy. Mainly, I also found host’s communications to be excessive both before and during my stay. I’m just trying to relax on vacation, not be bombarded by messages. Never experienced that before. Overall, I did enjoy my stay but felt it was a bit overpriced all things considered.
Jennifer K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cottage, the outdoor shower, and the garden, and that you found the house well stocked with amenities.
Your stay was over New Year’s Eve, which is the busiest holiday period of the year and does come with peak pricing as well as neighborhood celebrations. Understandably, that can make the atmosphere less quiet than at other times.
Regarding communication, my intention is always to provide helpful information in advance—such as the rental agreement, Maui recommendations, amenity lists for packing, and check‑in details. Once guests arrive, I send a brief welcome message after the first night, but otherwise I avoid additional messaging during the stay. I’m sorry if this felt like too much; I truly appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration.
We are fortunate to welcome many honeymooners and vacationers, and we’ve received hundreds of 5‑star reviews. I’m glad you were able to enjoy your time here overall, and I wish you many more relaxing travels ahead.
We came here for a week and it was amazing. Great location and the outdoor space is perfect. Great spot for two people, highly recommend!
Sean C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing our cottage — and Maui — for your honeymoon! It was truly an honor to host you, and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay.
We couldn’t recommend Jenni and Dave’s luxury Kehei cottage more! Such a beautiful slice of Maui. Lots of activities, restaurants, shopping, etc to do within a 10-15 minute walk. The cottage itself was extremely clean and very comfortable. We hope to be back!
This charming cottage is a marvel of great design, surrounded by a beautiful garden. We enjoyed walking through the friendly neighborhood on our way to town. The owners are skilled, organized inn keepers. All contributed to a wonderful week on Maui.
We absolutely loved our stay at this amazing cottage! A lot of really good eating locations within walking distance as well as the beach! We enjoyed using the beach equipment provided and the rental was so well equipped with everything you need! So happy we found this little gem!
Erika G.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Ah thank you so much Erika! We love it too…the cottage is that perfect little place to relax but still close to everything that you want…the beach, shopping, and restaurants. We also like to look at the stars from the hot tub and enjoy a glass of wine….which is a little harder to do at the resorts in a shared space. Thanks again…maybe you will be back for your anniversary? Much Aloha! Jenni
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Austin
20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love the house, its nice, clean, has all of the amenities, and is just overall beautiful. I had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay again. The owners communicate well and share good information about the area.
Thank you Jenni and Dave for opening your beautiful garden cottage to us as we started our family vacation in Maui. What a great location and amazing property.
Absolutely everything about the booking process, cottage, and our stay was exactly as expected. Can't say enough good things about how well-stocked the cottage is, how well-located, and how well-designed it is, inside and out, to take best advantage of every square foot available. Wonderful hosts, wonderful stay, hope we get to return ASAP!
Ben C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2022
Mahalo Ben! We designed the cottage with honeymooners in mind to create beautiful, romantic setting. We are so happy we met your expectations. We are looking forward to your next visit to Maui!
The hosts were really great at answering any questions prior to check-in and also touched base with us to ensure we had all we needed.
The property itself was beautiful. It was so nice waking up in the morning, having coffee on the back porch and listening to the birds. It was a pretty short/enjoyable walk to restaurants and nightlife and the driveway was awesome for quick parking of our car.
Would highly recommend to anyone who's looking to visit Maui!
Thanks again for a wonderful stay :)
Wish we could redo this trip all over again. Couldn’t recommend this cottage enough. Best location, walking distance to so many great restaurants and beaches and easy access to highway and Wailea. They have thought of anything that you may need on the trip - even water bottles and thermoses for trip to Haleakala!
We stayed here for almost a week and it was the nicest place I have ever been to on Maui. So clean and the host was easy to communicate with. The ac and fans are a must with the heat and humidity. 10/10 would recommend. Close to all the shops and beaches.
We were blown away by the amazing attention to detail in the garden cottage, and the stunning landscaping in the garden. When we were not at the beach we were laying blissfully in the grass. Thank you so much for allowing us this wonderful experience!
This property is a must stay! Prime location, it was within walking distance to just about anything, the beach, restaurants, grocery stores, coffee! The house was clean, neat, and fully stocked with anything you could have forgotten to pack and more. The neighborhood was quiet, and secure. The host were great ! We had a great stay and look forward to staying here again on our next visit to Maui.
We only had 2 nights here, but I wish we could have stayed much longer - the accommodations were simply lovely - the landscaping created a private flower-filled oasis and the creation of outdoor living space makes the home seem at least twice as big. The owners were very responsive in communicating with us and I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Our only disappointment is that the nearest beach isn't really a swimming beach, but it has amazing sunsets!
Well appointed cottage just the right size for 2 people. Everything up dated, very well equipped with everything you need to cook. We ate outside often and enjoyed sitting on the deck drinking coffee. The closest beach is very small so ended up driving to larger beach. Lots of beach equipment included with the cottage. We really enjoyed our stay!
My Husband and I just got married this month
on the Big Island. I chose this because it would be perfect for our honeymoon in Maui.
We loved the privacy, the location, the cleanliness, the clean/green atmosphere, and the quick and warm communication from Jenni.
They had a wonderful book they created so we can ‘meet’ their family. It also provided so many adventures, places to eat, beaches to go to.
I love this cottage and will absolutely reserve again for our future travel.
dana s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jenni and Dave
Dave and Jenni would like to welcome you to their Garden Cottage in Kihei. We purchased this property in 2013 because we always enjoy the aloha spirit of the islands and love to go paddle boarding, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Dave dabbles with the guitar and ukulele and loves all the music that is so prevalent in Hawaii. Jenni spent some of her happiest years as a child living in Hawaii and we both feel connected to the island. We currently live in Seattle, and like you, plan our vacation getaways to Maui. We welcome you to our vacation paradise.
Why they chose this property
We chose this house because we really like the community in Kihei. We loved the family feel of the town, the parks, the beaches and it just felt like home. We really wanted a place where we could garden and walk to restaurants and the beach. We love the neighborhood being so close to everything you could ever need within walking distance including some of our favorite restaurants on the island. The cottage is our romantic getaway where we like to relax in style. Reducing our footprint on the environment is important to us, and we love the green energy of this home. It took us over a year to get the permit and to set up the house. We finished setting the house up in late May 2014. We started a full-scale remodel on the cottage in 2017 and did not finish until March of 2018. We outfitted this home exactly how we want it for us. We furnished it with the top of the line in all areas, and while it will cost us more than the average vacation home, we think it makes this property very unique and something we can be proud of to share with others and be enjoyed for years to come.
What makes this property unique
Walking distance to the places we enjoy – the park, the beach, stand up paddle boarding, the restaurants, coffee, shops, and groceries.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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