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Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.

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Cozy and sheltered covered deck with dinette seating for four.
Open floor plan is great for entertaining.
New dining room opens up upcountry & north shore ocean views with corner window.
View of the West Maui Mountains from the corner window in the Living Room
Cozy and sheltered covered deck with dinette seating for four.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Makawao, HI
  • Place, Maui Spa Retreat
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Makawao Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hui NoÊ»eau Visual Arts Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom/Den

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master en-suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.

Please note, this is a permitted vacation rental property. Maui County Permit: STMP 2016/0002, Hawaii Tax Numbers: TA-042-382-9504-01, GE-042-382-9504-01. Maui County Tax Number: TA-042-382-9504-01, Maui County TMK: (2) 2-4-007:017

Welcome to the perfect location! This house is very private and provides plenty of parking and security for vehicles and/or bikes and ocean toys. Newly renovated with spectacular West Maui and South Shore views, this home is centrally located for all your North Shore and Upcountry activities. The perfect house with all the amenities: This 3 bedroom / 2 bath house is finished with travertine throughout the kitchen and bathrooms and Brazilian koa wood floors, with a slate floor laundry room. A gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances will please even the most discriminating chef. It also boasts a 55 inch HDTV and a deluxe front-loading washer/dryer, as well as high-speed wi-fi provided for guest use.

Please Note the following House Policies:
1. Quiet hours from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the short-term rental home must not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours must not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
2. Amplified sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries of the short-term rental home is prohibited.
3. Vehicles must be parked in the designated onsite parking area and must not be parked on the street.
4. Parties or group gatherings are not allowed.

Important Note: There will be construction activity on the adjacent lot from mid February through late June, 2026.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love the big yard to play in.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please inquire.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor areas only.
Vehicles must be parked in the designated onsite parking area and must not be parked on the street Parties or group gatherings are not allowed.
Amplified sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries of the short-term rental home is prohibited.
Vehicles must be parked in the designated onsite parking area and must not be parked on the street 4. Parties or group gatherings are not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-042-382-9504-01, STMP 2016/0002, GE-042-382-9504-01, 2240070170000
Property # 351109vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Makawao

Located in Makawao, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum and Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Haliʻimaile Farmer's Market and One Love Farmers Market. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center and Maui Gold Pineapple Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
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Makawao, HI

What's nearby

  • Maui Spa Retreat - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Makawao Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Hui NoÊ»eau Visual Arts Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • HoÊ»omana Spa Maui - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Maui Gold Pineapple Farm - 6 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pukalani Superette - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Makawao Public House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kalei’s Lunchbox - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Polli's Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town. on 28 Jun 2026 start from £301, 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 Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upcountry Short Term Rental Home with Ocean and Mt Views, Close to Makawao Town. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Maui Spa Retreat, Makawao Park and Enlighten Up Massage. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Po'okela Paradise was lovely! The location was perfect for our Maui visit, making it easy to get to everything. We loved the views from the patio, comfortable beds, and the spacious living/kitchen/dining area. Mark was an excellent host! We would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Kathy was a five star guest in all respects and would love to have her back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pookela Paradise is superb. The host made us feel very much at home. The views from the house are spectacular. The walk into town is easy. We didn't have to drive too far to see or do anything. We'd love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Such a pleasure hosting Leah and her group. They were five star guests and make hosting fun! Would love to have them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alayne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host! House was clean and made our stay comfortable and fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2026
Such a pleasure hosting Alayne and her family. Would love to have them back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, view spectacular, and owner was super responsive and accommodating. We will definitely be back and will recommend Pookela Paradise to everyone heading to Maui
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2025
Such a pleasure hosting Kirk and family who came over from Oahu for their special occasion. Look forward to having them back! And... his compliments mean even more coming from a local and are much appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pookela paradise

Great place to stay. Would recommend anyone to stay here amongst the locals.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Fantastic to have Christine and her family here at Pookela Paradise! Would love to have them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great time enjoying the small town of Makawao.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2022
Thanks Brett! Great to have you and your family here at Pookela Paradise :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent family stay

We loved every moment of staying at this property. Mark was great from the start.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Fantastic! Hope to have you back soon Leo. I'm glad Pookela Paradise (both houses) worked for your large family group for the wedding. Aloha, Mark
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eve W.

Liked: Check-in, location

Beautiful Views!

Great views out the front room window, dining room and deck. Close to Maui family so that was a huge plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Makawao

Great stay. Great Host. Great location. Cannot say enough good things about this property.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2023
Such aa pleasure to have Mike and his lovely family at Pookela Paradise for a couple months while they build the future dream home in Kula!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our needs!

As local contracted workers in Hawaii, Mark is a gracious host and his place was completely accommodating for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2025
Great to have Genette and her group back at Pookela Paradise! Respectful guests for their work projects.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

House is as advertised. Very clean and modern appointments. Short walk to Makaweo.

Enjoyed our stay. All went well. Good location and a comfortable house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Great to have you and your family here James! Hope to have you back soon :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation on Maui

Nice house, central location, and good communication with property owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2022
Thanks Joseph! So nice to host you at Pookela Paradise... Hope to have you back soon. Aloha, Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Location

Perfect spot on the island to get around. The owner was very attentive and kind. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2023
So nice to have Brett, his lovely fiancee, as well as his parents at Pookela Paradise for their wedding. It was truly a pleasure to meet them and would love to have them back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome views

Very comfortable, easy access, beautiful views from all windows. Peaceful ! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Loved having Kathe and family at Pookela Paradise! They shared stories straight out of a Movie or TV show, wild west style. Hope to have them back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in Makawao, will definitely stay again!

Awesome place! Clean! Great location! Mark is an awesome host! 🤙
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2020
So nice to have Rich and his group here at Pookela Paradise. Already hoping to have them back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Owner Great Property

Thank-you Mark for making our stay so enjoyable. Your offer of a late check-out when our flight was delayed was so generous. We will stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
It was such a pleasure having Milton and his family visit from Western Canada! They nearly got stranded on their return because of flight delays due to a storm, but it all worked out. Here at Pookela Paradise we accommodate late check-out request whenever possible (i.e. there isn't another party arriving the same day), and we always accommodate luggage storage on the day of checkout if needed. Aloha, Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house great location

Comfortable house great location Just a couple blocks from the heart of Mukawao With plenty of good restaurants easily available. Owner was extremely responsive And accommodating. But highly recommend this place as a base for upcountry as well as north shore beaches
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2022
Thanks William! Hope you can come back to Pookela Paradise sometime soon. Aloha, Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madonna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful mountain views

was a great place to come back and relax after our day of adventuring. Was centrally located to do all the things we wanted to do. The dinner table was spacious and we played board games there every night with the games we brought.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2022
So nice hosting you at Pookela Paradise Madonna! Hope to have you back soon. Aloha, Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lorie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Property was as advertised , could not have found a better property, I have visited Maui Three times over the last 25 years , this is a great property for anyone who wants a nice quiet ( except for the roosters,which are all over the Island) but we loved the property to want to come back
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2021
Thanks so much for staying at Pookela Paradise Lorie! Loved having you and your group here :) Would welcome you back anytime. As for the feral chickens, yes they are all over Maui, but thankfully there aren't any roosting in close proximity of Pookela Paradise so their morning crows are in the distance rather than close by, which makes a huge difference!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELISE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Beautiful views, quiet, great location. Walking distance from downtown Makawao. Great light, lots of big windows. Comfy bed and furniture. Well appointed. Nice owner.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Such a pleasure hosting Elise and her family at Pookela Paradise. Would love to have her back anytime :)
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10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

Beautiful, peaceful, great location!

Loved this slice of Paradise including Miss Kitty (neighbors social cat) who greeted us at our car before and after every adventure. We wanted to stay away from the sea of humanity this time and explore more of the interior of the island. The house was comfy and well equipped and placed us closer to Haleakala and the Lavendar Farm, as well as great eats in Haiku. Makawao is charming and has everything you need including a great market. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Would love to have you back anytime. The neighbor's cat certainly is friendly but she isn't allowed inside the house in case anyone with allergies may be wondering. Aloha, Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarit T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

It was a fantastic stay here in Makawa. My friends and I are here celebrating a big birthday and home was just perfect for us. The views are incredible. The weather in Makawao is so cool. In the evenings you just never need an air conditioning. We met Mark the owner, who was super nice and accommodating. I will come back here with my family again if it’s available.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2022
So nice to have Tarit and his group here at Pookela Paradise. They took advantage of both golfing and kite surfing opportunities close by. Would love the have them back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Emmett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Good!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2022
Thanks Emmett!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen K.

Home away from home!

Our stay on Maui was great in big part because of our booking at Pookela Paradise. Mark was very easy to communicate with and provided a very nice place for us to stay. The house is well set up and has great views. It has all the things we needed and is in a perfect location as long as you have a car to get around the island. We were even able to store our bags on the last day so that we could take off for the day and not worry about what was in our car all day at the beach. Thanks, would love to stay here again another time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Would love to have you back Karen! Yes, a rental car is recommended for staying a Pookela Paradise but it's very central to so many attractions!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Ample living space with a great view

Great property. Walking distance to historic Makawao. Beautiful view of the mountains and bay from the deck and dining area, great sunsets. Full kitchen. Laundry access is a plus! Comfy beds. Overall it was nice staying in a neighborhood. Only downside is the noise of the neighborhood: rosters crowing a lot of the night, dogs barking, etc. So just bring ear plugs.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
Thank you Sarah for the Five Star review! So nice to have Sarah and her family at Pookela Paradise and I'm happy they enjoyed the views and proximity to Makawao Town. While there are some feral chickens in the neighbourhood (as there are all over Upcountry Maui), there are non roosting in close proximity. Closest roosting (i.e. at night) are over 500 feet away. Many guests like the morning crowing from the roosters off in the distance, myself included. But, if you're a light sleeper and/or unaccustomed to rural sounds in the morning, you may wish to bring ear plugs as advised. by Sarah.

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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I've been a host at Pookela Paradise for over 10 years and love to share all that Upcountry Maui offers.

I'm an avid cyclist, kite boarder, and general adventurer.

Why they chose this property

The location offers the ideal mix of being a short walk to Makawao Town and all the North Shore attraction yet worlds apart on it's own private land with spectacular views.

What makes this property unique

This property is set up for enJOYment of your surroundings in a relaxed comfortable environment. The design lives large with panoramic ocean views of the West Maui Mountains and South Maui Shorelines. And, wait until you see the sunsets!!!

55" 4K Roku streaming 4K HDTV on a lift in Living Room, 43" HDTV w/Roku in Master Bedroom, Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, and Cooler all provided.

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