Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C.
A peaceful getaway in the Maui countryside. Areca Suite is the perfect place to relax, unwind & enjoy the ocean view & tropical setting in your own private 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment with coastal ocean views from the lanai, living / dining room and both bedrooms. The apartment is isolated & safely distanced from the floor above where quiet hosts Robert & Stephanie live. You will have your own private entrance & adjacent parking area, private ocean view lanai & exclusive use of the entire ground floor apartment. Very private; there is no space shared with any other unit.
Areca Suite is ideal for a quiet vacation getaway, honeymoon or your home-base to take advantage of many nearby activities. A peaceful, clean, getaway perfectly located in the bucolic Maui countryside away from the crowds. You’ll experience the sounds of wind in the trees, tropical birdsong and native wildlife including laughing geckos and chuckling chickens. Enjoy the clear skies; sun, rainbows and showers by day, stars, moon and milky way by night.
We're located near the start of "The Road to Hana" for you to explore beautiful Maui. We're also within an easy drive of Haleakala Crater for another great day trip, sunrise or sunset. A great location for hiking, waterfalls, beaches, shopping and restaurants in Haiku, Pa'ia and Makawao and so much more....
The ground floor Areca Suite apartment is approximately 1000 sq ft with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living/dining room, kitchenette (not stove/oven), washer / dryer and spacious lanai (patio). There's a dedicated workspace desk, with a view of the ocean, if you're working remotely or need to catch up on email.
Lanai: There's a lanai for your private use with coastal ocean views and dining seating for four guests, plus some comfy chairs. Propane grill and also beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards are located on the lanai.
Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 has a king bed, bedroom 2 has a queen bed. Both bedrooms have a/c, ceiling fan, dresser, bedside tables, hanging closet, luggage rack, bathrobes and slippers. Bedroom 1 also has a 32" TV with internet access for you to use your own account, Netflix, Hulu etc. In addition, a queen-size memory foam sleeper sofa in the living room offers an alternative for guests 3 and 4.
Kitchenette: Has a full-size fridge/freezer, and counter-top appliances ideal for light meal prep: Air Fryer, microwave, coffee maker w/grinder, kettle, steamer, blender, toaster, electric hotplate, plus dishes and utensils. There's a propane BBQ grill on the lanai solely for your use.
Kitchenette is ideal for guests doing light meal prep and reheating. Although we'd like to provide a stove/oven and dishwasher, that is not allowed for Areca Suite per the local building code.
Guests who prefer a full kitchen (including stove/oven and dishwasher) might want to consider our other listing here at Tranquil Palms Maui. It's called Palm Cottage, VRBO #1426728.
Dining: There's comfy dining seating for four guests on the lanai and in addition, a dining table for four guests inside the living/dining room.
Living: There's a loveseat and two push-back recliners. There is a 43" Samsung Smart TV with an internet streaming service and also access to Netflix, Hulu etc for use with your own account.
Laundry: Full-size Samsung washer/dryer for your exclusive use in the apartment, located in bedroom 2.
Breakfast: We provide packaged snacks and breakfast food items for you to have a self-catered light-island breakfast at the time of your choosing. Tea and coffee are also provided. The above is meant as a starter supply of breakfast foods to get you going until your first grocery shopping trip. But let us know if you need restocking on any items.
We are located on 2-acres in a serene setting. Feel free to pick ripe fruit in season for breakfast or a snack.
Location: Areca Suite is a peaceful, rural location to get away from crowds and enjoy nearby waterfalls, hiking and communing with nature, but still close to shops and restaurants. We are about 10-minutes to the nearest beaches (Hookipa, Baldwin, Sprecklesville), great restaurants and 20 minutes from Costco, Walmart and Target in Kahului. If you prefer the Central - South beaches of Kihei they are just a short 30-minute drive away. Jaws Country Store is 2-minutes away which has handy items and also serves to-go food and coffee/smoothies.
Nearby things to do: We’re located near the beginning of “The Road to Hana” and so there’s plenty to do right here. It s a beautiful tropical location, with lush greenery and flowers and impressive waterfalls. Twin falls is a short distance away, also Na ili ili-haele Stream & Waterfalla nd Waikamoi Nature Trailhead. The Gardens in Haiku are nearby and The Garden of Eden Arboretum is a short drive away. There’s great stores and galleries in Paia and Makawao (approx 6 miles each) or visit Haleakala for that once in a lifetime experience.
Whatever you choose to do throughout the day, you can relax on your lanai (deck) for a peaceful evening.
Minimum renter age: 21. Principals only.
Well-behaved children are welcome when accompanied by their well-behaved parents looking to share the peace and serenity of Tranquil Palms. :) Recommend children age 10+, please, as the premises have not been child-proofed.
Tranquil Palms is fully-licensed by Maui County and the State of Hawaii:
Permit numbers: BBPH20180002 / SUP220180001 State Tax Number: TA-051-974-7584-01
Minimum night stay of 3 nights may be available in between booked dates subject to availability. Please contact us if your preferred dates are not available to try our other VRBO listing, Palm Cottage. #1426728.
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Quiet hours 9pm - 8am. No amplified sound (music, car horn, TV etc ) loud enough to hear outside of the rental unit.
Guest-completed Online Rental Agreement due immediately upon booking.
Children permitted age 10+. Parent/guardian must be present at all times.
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About the area
Haiku
Located in Haiku, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center and Maui Gold Pineapple Farm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Haliʻimaile Farmer's Market and One Love Farmers Market. Garden of Eden Arboretum and Maui Garden Of Eden - Botanical Gardens & Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Is Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C.?
As of 10 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C. on 14 May, 2026 start from S$248, 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 Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cute, Private & Tranquil Hideaway, Ocean Views. Near Hana Hwy. A/C. located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Haiku Park, Twin Falls and Haleakala Bike Company. Hoʻokipa Beach Park and Kuau Bay Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Home was perfect for us. Clean, well stocked with everything we needed and very close to road to Hana. Hosts were very welcoming and easy to work with. They were kind enough to leave snacks and breakfast items for us. Washer and dryer inside were greatly appreciated. Definitely recommend!
We had a wonderful stay! It was peaceful and quiet! We slept amazing and our hosts were amazing! They made sure we had everything we needed plus some! They were very thorough with information and were happy to help in any way. They even left snacks, and coffee for us. You have everything you need for a perfect stay there. It’s also right near The Road to Hana, and beaches with turtles!! which was perfect! Thank you so much for a great experience! If we ever come back we will know where to stay for a relaxing and stress free trip!
Great secluded spot! Far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the resort crowd but not too far that it becomes a chore to go see everything! Hosts are very attentive and have obviously been doing this a while! 12/10…would definitely stay here again!
Extremely clean, and so cozy! The location was GREAT for checking out north shore activities including the Road to Hana. Thank you for providing such a beautiful place to stay, we loved picking oranges off the fruit trees each day for some fresh squeezed juice and the treats were such a handy little addition to get us settled in.
wayneiversonphotosk
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
5 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was great - good mattress, clean, free breakfast food in the fridge, nice folks. Had a great time!
This was our second time to stay here. For us, it is preferred place to stay. It suites our needs perfectly. Robert is a great host and provides their guests with many extra amenities like coffee, banana bread, cereal and to go snacks. We love having breakfast each morning at the patio table under the porch viewing the West Maui Mountains on the left and the ocean to the bottom right. Such a peaceful and calm way to start each day.The rooms are comfortable and the bed is just the right firmness for a comfortable nights sleep.We already are planning to return next year!
Perfect, peaceful, quiet location especially for driving the Road to Hana. We stayed in Hana one night and returned to this location the following day. Our time was primarily here was primamily to sleep amd rest. We were out all day exploring and enjoyed coming "home" to this beautiful place. I am from Texas and thought l would need the AC running at night but it was not necessary. I slept like a baby with the windows open and fresh air. I truly enjoyed my stay.
We were here for 10 days on a yoga retreat. Tranquil Palms is a quiet, comfortable, wonderful location for your next Maui visit. They have beach chairs, umbrella, etc to borrow. We would definitely stay here again!
We enjoyed our stay at Tranquil Palms. The location was perfect for us. The view was wonderful and we enjoyed sitting outside in the mornings. Hosts were great communicators and provided everything to make our stay comfortable.
Beautiful location that kind hosts have thoughtfully furnished with just about everything for enjoying Maui. The suite also has comfortable beds and furniture.
Very nice location close to the up country/Haleakala, road to Hana and everything else on the North shore of Maui. Great views of Molokai from the Lanai, hosts were very pleasant, and the accommodations were excellent. I will be staying there again .
Such a great place to stay in a beautiful countryside location. Hosts had thought of and provided everything we would need. It was clean, peaceful and a wonderful stay!.
If you are looking for a quiet stay in the middle of nature and want to enjoy a magnificent view, this is it. Plenty of room for 2 couples…
If you want to discover the island, especially Hana , this is a good base.
Robert was super communicative and easy to work with, and the place is gorgeous and was perfect as a home base for our adventures. It's a refreshing and relaxing spot that really allowed us to just soak in the Maui experience!
Maholo for the excellent accommodations. Very beautiful locale. Everything was very comfortable, very home-like.
walter h.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anik
9 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Superb place, I recommend it to everyone. Near several activities such as the twin falls, road of Hana, surf spot. We were super well received, it is a complete and comfortable accommodation.
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We loved staying in this peaceful home. The location with lush foliage, water view, and cooler temperatures is exactly what we were looking for. We started each day enjoying coffee, local guava or passion fruit bread, and relaxing with the morning view. Each evening brought a new sunset to view after a day exploring the island. The hosts are lovely and attentive. We couldn’t have found a better place to stay while exploring Maui.
Shelly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Robert and Stephanie Oswald
Tranquil Palms B&B Maui Permit BBPH2018/0002
Robert and Stephanie Oswald: Robert is originally from Ohio and Stephanie from England. We met in 1998 on a Caribbean cruise under a total solar eclipse, married in 2001 and relocated to Arizona for 16 years. Many vacations to Maui made it feel like home, and in 2014 we began what would be the 3-year search for our little piece of paradise.
In the Aloha Spirit, we welcome you to share and experience our lovely Tranquil Palms here in Haiku, Maui.
Why they chose this property
Fussy in general and real estate brokers ourselves, it required three years and many house-hunting vacations for us to find this property - that we turned into Tranquil Palms. Such perfect blend of climate (not too hot, not too wet), a lovely coastal ocean view looking west to breathtaking sunsets behind the mountains of Molokai-Isle, an orchard-farm with copious fresh fruit and plenty of room for us and our vacationing Guests. What a great find indeed! Peaceful location, far from the traffic and crowds. Yet close to main roads so it's easy to get around this lovely Isle of Maui.
What makes this property unique
The ocean views, the stunning scenery, the lush tropical foliage, the peace and quiet and the tranquil setting. Out in the country, yet just off Hana Highway for easy access to Kahului and Upcountry Maui. Tranquil Palms is a very special place and we're looking forward to sharing it with you, our valued Guest.
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