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Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean

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Oceanfront Dining Area With Nearby Gas Grill
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Makena, HI
  • Maluaka Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Makena State Park Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wailea Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean

Gorgeous home on quiet Old Makena Road with West-facing ocean views from every room.

Slip on your beach shoes, walk down your 40 foot dogleg to the left of your front lawn, step over small rocks, and swim with the turtles at our private ocean access. It is just a short walk to sandy beaches on each side of our home.

Beautiful sunsets every night from our private half-acre lot on the ocean.

Breeching of humpback whales can be seen just off-shore in winter months.

Three-bedroom 2250 square-foot home has been decorated with Hawaiian style art, teak furniture from Bali, and newly remodeled kitchen. Each bedroom has its own full bath.

Luxurious master bedroom with ocean views from your king-sized bed. Second bedroom has a queen-sized bed. The third bedroom has two twins that convert into a king.

Wifi included, with a desk in the main room, and the third bedroom can be used as an office.

Missionary founded church is two doors down. Ideal for destination weddings.





Keywords: Three Bedroom Oceanfront Villa

Property manager

Sue Johnson
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Languages

English
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Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Parties, Weddings or Gatherings Allowed. Quiet Hours 9pm-8am. Penalties and eviction will occur.

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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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-103-297-9456-01, TA-103-297-9456-01, 210070740000

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kihei

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Wailea, a neighbourhood in Kihei. Makena Kai Day Spa and Makena South Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Shops at Wailea and Wailea Shopping Village Shopping Center. Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Makena, HI

What's nearby

  • Maluaka Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Makena State Park Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Polo Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Wailea Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Little Beach - 7 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lappert's Hawai'i - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Botero Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manoli's Pizza Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tale - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Makena Oceanfront Home 3 Bedroom/3 Bath 1/2 Acre Lot On The Ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wailea holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Makena Beaches and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Wailea Beach. Maluaka Beach and Makena Landing Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Best location on Maui

best possible place to stay. Hale O Honu is absolutely unique. The house is outfitted with everything you’ll need. There’s plenty of extra snorkel masks, fins, and shoes. We spent mornings swimming and snorkeling, mid day touring the island or hiking, then great evenings at home watching the sunsets before tribal council. Most mornings there were sea turtles on the beach sunning in the back yard. I cannot recommend highly enough. Location, location, location.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris n.

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

Exceptional

This is fantastic location in South Maui. Very quiet! The snorkeling right out the back and over to Makena Landing is the best on the island! It is very convenient to drive anywhere. The house is just as described. It was very clean and well maintained. We loved the Hawaiian decor and unique Hawaiian furniture. The bed in the primary bedroom is incredibly comfortable. The fans kept the house comfortable. (We don’t like AC in Hawaii.) The house is one of a kind full of Hawaiian history in an absolutely beautiful setting. With easy access to the ocean right outside, we did not miss a pool in the slightest bit. The sunsets were amazing. We loved it here! The owners and caretakers were easy to reach for a quick question. Honestly, our favorite place we have stayed in Hawaii.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quincy D.

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

Great Stay at a Wonderful Location, Slightly Dated but Very Pleasant

My family (parents, siblings, self) stayed here for almost 10 days and very much enjoyed it. The location of this property is amazing - right by the water, a short walk from great beaches - and there is a nice layout for spending time together inside and outside. Two things of potential concern for guests - 1) the home smelled slightly of mold, totally expected from a house that was built decades ago on a tropical island and less than 100 feet from the ocean. Be warned, and if you have allergies to that (we didn't) you may want to look elsewhere. 2) The twin beds in the 3rd bedroom are regular sized, and since my family members and I are all above 6 ft tall we did suffer a little sleeping on them. Overall would absolutely stay here again - the owners were great to communicate with and this was a special place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mat S.

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

February Family Getaway

Absolutely fantastic property. The oceanfront location, sunset views & whale watching are second to none compared to anywhere I have ever stayed. We rent in Maui each winter and I will be coming back here. We have always rented condos in the past and having an oceanfront lawn for the kids as well as a driveway for parking and a garage for keeping strollers, suitcases, etc. was a massive positive. My kids are 3 & 1 and this was a perfect setup for our family. The kitchen is bigger than the photos look and there is a spare bar fridge as well. The table out by the water is amazing for lunch and after the kids go to bed. There is a 6 person kitchen table as well which is better for dinner since we are mostly eating around sunset and it gets dark quick. great family property!
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

tricia l.

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

Peace, quiet and amazing sunsets in beautiful Makena

Our family of 6 loved our week at Clark and Sue's house in Makena. The location could not be better and we were truly able to unwind and feel at peace. We watched whales everyday. We snorkeled right in front of the house or at the beach just up the road. We walked down to Maluaka beach at sunset. Every other day we did an excursion, but always looked forward to coming back to the house to relax. We cooked a few dinners and lots of breakfasts in the very well-stocked kitchen...wish we had cooked more dinners there! We loved hanging out on the patio at night with only the tiki torches to give us light. It was magical. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Stunning location, responsive hosts and property manager

Our family truly enjoyed our stay and would gladly return if ever staying in Makena again. The home was so welcoming that we barely had any reason to leave. We spent most of our days enjoying the views, spotting sea turtles and whales, and walking a few minutes down the road to the nearest beach. Other great spots are just 5-15 minutes away. Stuck on an earlier time zone, we got in the habit of rising before dawn to sip coffee/tea and watch the stars and planets, which was quite nice. The overall atmosphere is incredibly picturesque, to the point of being poetic, and zen. The home itself is not an austere, modern, slick home, more of a homy home, showing its age in some parts, but this was fine for us, and convenient in fact as we were able to borrow beach toys for the kids, pots/pans etc for cooking a few meals during our stay, and otherwise feel at home. It's clear this was a well-lived and well-loved family home and it was nice to learn about some if its and the family's history and connection to the surrounding area in the home guide book. Both Clark & Sue and the property manager were very responsive and helpful, and the property manager accommodated us checking in an hour early when we unexpectedly found ourselves arriving early.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin E.

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

Nice house, right on the water

Comfortable beds, effective air conditioning and a great location a short walk from a sandy beach
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

A slice of Heaven

Makena Makai is a beautiful, quaint home with views that won't disappoint. I enjoyed snorkeling with the turtles each morning. The owner/manager's are easy to speak with. We had no issues throughout our entire stay. (November 16-23, 2024) I would love another opportunity to stay at this wonderful place. ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve K.

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

Relaxing Makena Retreat

Our family had an amazing stay at this superb property in Makena. Secluded and private yet a short drive to amazing restaurants and shopping. We saw sea turtles every day and snorkeled in the clear water off the back yard. Truly a gem and a perfect family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Best location ever!

Heaven on earth! The location with direct water access from the backyard, just cannot be beat! My family of five (kids are 21,14,12) has been to a variety of Hawaiian islands together at least a dozen times. We’ve stayed in all sorts of accommodations from high end hotels to condos to tent structures. Makena Makai blew us away And I don’t think we can stay anywhere else now! Likely the best snorkeling we’ve had on any of the Hawaiian islands - and right in the backyard!! Turtles galore! It was fabulous to rent kayaks and SUPs for the week and launch them from the backyard and paddle to one of the very nearby beaches to the left and right. Oh and the sunsets are fabulous! Big grassy yard for wiffle ball for the boys, too! Both host and local property managers were helpful, responsive, and communicative, making everything so easy! Yes, there are fancier, more updated homes nearby, but this well taken care of property and it’s access to the water, with it’s chill home-like vibe and everything you might need provided, was just what we needed, and probably now the only place we will stay in Maui from now on! Water access does require some good water shoes to get over the rocky beach and into the water, so be sure to have those. Otherwise, Makena Makai has everything you need and is pure perfection - heaven on earth!! Thank you, Sue and Clark!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam T.

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

Amazing Location!!!!

I have been to Maui several times and have always enjoyed my stay at the resorts, so this was the 1st time at a home and it did not disappoint! Incredible location in the heart of turtle town and the house was simply stunning in its ambiance and proximity to the best snorkeling around, PERIOD!!! Loved Sue and the commutation.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Old school charm and we felt lucky to be here

This property is in good, not great, condition and not fancy. The furnishings are dated and need to be reupholstered. That’s all the bad. The key thing is this property is flat out gorgeous. The diving and snorkeling right off the back patio are so good that dive operations and snorkel tours show up everyday. Makena Beach is a 5” walk down a quiet dead end street and is gorgeous. The area is very safe so we left windows and our bedroom slider open all night, and with sea breezes and lots of ceiling and floor fans we never needed to use A/C. Love that. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking tools, the master bed is comfortable, the landscaping is in good condition and having a grassy area next to the ocean with palm trees for shade, and complete privacy too, was amazing. This is a legacy estate that is one in a million. We loved it here and wish we could just move in forever.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Capistrano Beach

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

Whale Watching

We come here every year to see the Humpback Whales. Enjoyed our trip very much. This house is an amazing place to relax and enjoy beautiful Maui.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

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

Beautiful!

This property is beautiful, and the hosts are amazing. Banana trees. Soft grass. Too many turtles and whales to count, right in the backyard.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher M.

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

Makena

If y’all are looking for a shiny new place - this isn’t it. If you want an epic location on the water in Turtle Town - this is the spot. We sat for 2 weeks in the backyard and enjoyed the “private” Bay. Cute old home.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dave J.

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

Amazing views but out dated inside home

The views are amazing from this home but the interior really needs to be updated, its very old and left the feeling of staying at my grandparents home and even smelled like it. The furniture was very old and the AC unit in the master bedroom wouldn't stay on and then blew a breaker which we reset but it wouldn't hold. Found out from the owner that the AC unit which is portable was located somehow on the wrong side of the room that has a 30amp breaker which would have held if we new about it so that really made it tough, but thankfully the night breeze was cool and it worked. Also the exterior shows a pool but it was empty and found out it wasn't the owners of the home which I wasn't aware off. I will say that the property manager was on top of things when we called and the owner even called to apologize about the AC issue which we appreciated. I also spoke with him about the property being old and they are making improvements to this property so I would keep it on your list as again the views were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Capistrano Beach

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

Maui get a way

This was our 5th or 6th time staying here but this time just the two of us. No family, no friends. Very relaxing! It was perfect! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

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

Wonderful spot!

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy Maui! The atmosphere and views are so special. The owners provide history of the property and location which provides interest context to appreciate the place. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

The wonderful loavation and access to the ocean cannot be better!

Love it! All great! This is the second time we’ve stayed here and it’s the perfect place to make memories: great family meals prepared in the kitchen with a view, snorkeling, kayaking, sunset revelries, peaceful evenings when all that is heard are the ocean, crickets, and starlight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

Ideal Makena Location

Truly amazing oceanfront location in Makena. Large, private yard to watch the sunsets over the water. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

This will forever be my happy place

I can’t even describe how magical it is to sit on the back patio and look at the quiet, perfect ocean and then be able to walk down your backyard to the best snorkeling with turtles on the island. The snorkeling is so good this is where the snorkel tours take people, calling it turtle town. We needed someplace quiet to escape with my family, with enough space and things to do onsite that we didn’t have to go anywhere, as my father had limited mobility. This was perfect. My 7 yr olds never got tired of exploring the yard for lizards, cool plants and bugs or the tide pools on the property. The house is very comfortable with lots of room and a big kitchen we used to cook in most nights. You can walk to two amazingly beautiful beaches within 5 minutes in either direction. That’s basically all we did for 10 days and loved it. The house is a bit older so has things like louder ac units in the bedroom and tricky screen doors but those little things really didn’t bother us as we were focused on the amazing location and nature in the yard.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Richard M.

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

View Plus

The location and view are second to none. The house has some minor maintenance issues due to its age, but those did not significantly affect our enjoyable time in Maui.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Unique Maui Experience

Relaxing, tourist free lodging. Comforts of home in a gorgeous location.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathleen S.

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

Old Hawaiian Perfection

This gorgeous property is situated ON the ocean. It is dripping in relaxation, comfort, and the genuine feeling of paradise. We sat for hours in the backyard just staring at the ocean. You really feel like you are experiencing Hawaii the way it should be: it's humbling, beautiful, unobstructed, and chill. The house has everything you need, sleeps 6, and has 3 bathrooms which we appreciated. We walked to a close beach to swim. Our 13-year old snorkeled right out the backyard and saw sea turtles. We took day trips to Lahaina and Wailea just to eat! We even rented a cabana at a nearby hotel one day to get the pool fix, but we spent a lot of time feeling like locals living in 'our house.' Great house to rent for a family or a group of friends. We plan on returning!! Aloha
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sue Johnson

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Why they chose this property

My parents built this home in 1969, when the only access was a dirt road. They lived here year round, but had no mail or paper delivery for many years. Its a lovely, quiet location in a pristine area, which my husband and I regularly update, and keep decorated in the Hawaiian style.

What makes this property unique

Snorkeling, turtle and whale viewing (in winter months) is awesome from our location. We can also swim off the left front side of our property. Our oceanfront location with sunset views overlooking 3 islands and 2 peninsulas is truly unparalleled.

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