From this comfortable 4th floor condo, F407, you will enjoy spectacular ocean views, turtles, whales (in season), islands, and sunsets. You will feel like you are sitting right on the water! It has two bedrooms (one of them is an open loft bedroom) and sleeps 6 (4 beds). Perfect for couples or a family (not recommended for children under 7).
You will also enjoy some wonderful renovations happening in April/May 2024, including a full kitchen and partial bath renovation (quartz countertops!) and other updates. The condo will be even more amazing! New photos will be posted after the renovation is complete.
Enjoy the sound of ocean waves! You will love your morning coffee and eating meals on the lanai (balcony) while enjoying the stunning view of Molokai and Lanai. Inside, the vaulted ceiling gives the condo a spacious feel. High-end sliding glass doors open fully to give the condo a true indoor-outdoor ambiance!
This property changed hands in December 2022. The reviews from the previous owner (all reviews prior to December 2022) were transferred to this listing to give as much information as possible to future guests. Please do not hesitate to reach out for any information (see below). We are making many upgrades to the condo, including an AC system installed in May 2023.
Papakea Resort is located on 13 acres in North Kaanapali/Honokawai and exudes Hawaiian charm, with lush gardens and koi ponds, as well as two swimming pools, two jacuzzi hot tubs, tennis and pickle ball courts, putting greens, shuffleboard, and gas BBQ grills for guest use. Free wifi internet access is available throughout the resort.
The location is outstanding! You are within steps of the Kaanapali boardwalk/trail, with breathtaking views, taking you to Black Rock, Whaler’s Village shopping center, and beyond. The trail is great for walking or jogging. Restaurants, food trucks, a grocery store, a farmer's market, a fish market, shops, and more are within walking distance.
The sand in front of Papakea comes and goes depending on the weather and tides. There is a sea wall, and steps leading down. Weather and waves permitting, people swim and snorkel in front of Papakea. Lounge chairs on the grass behind the sea wall provide a delightful area to relax, read, or soak in the ocean view. Sandy North Kaanapali beach is steps away. There is fantastic snorkeling at popular nearby Kahekili (Airport) Beach.
The historic town of Lahaina (my hometown) was destroyed by a heartbreaking fire in August 2023. West Maui is open and welcoming respectful, compassionate, and generous visitors - please bring your "aloha" with you. The town of Lahaina (and surrounding "burn zone") is strictly off limits, and the usual restaurants, grocery stores, gift stores, art galleries, boat tours, and historic sites that visitors frequented in Lahaina town are no longer available. Some tour boats are now operating from Kaanapali beach. There are many things to do on the other parts of the island: Haleakala crater, the road to Hana, Upcountry, Paia, and South Maui beaches, just to name a few.
Being directly oceanfront, there is a nice ocean breeze moving through the condo, aided by ceiling fans. For especially hot days or those who like it really cool, there is a tri-zone mini-split AC system (installed in early May 2023). The building has an elevator.
The downstairs primary bedroom has a queen bed and the open loft bedroom has a queen bed and two twin beds, making it great for families. Children require close supervision around the balcony, steep stairs, and loft, and the condo may not be suitable for all children, i.e., for children under 7.
This condo is set up like a friend's beach home, fully equipped for a wonderful experience, including beach towels, beach chairs, and boogie boards. The condo is well-equipped with everything you may need, including new Mai Tai glasses, Instant Pot, and Nespresso machine.
Please note that Papakea resort is undertaking a phased "Internal Renovation" project to update all plumbing starting in mid-2024. The buildings undergoing the work in 2024 are at a distance from the F building, where this condo is located. More details are available if you have any concerns.
State taxes will be applied: Hawaii General Excise Tax (4.712%); Hawaii Transient Accommodation Tax (10.25%); and Maui Transient Accommodation Tax (3%).
**Papakea Resort charges a $17/day resort fee for the first 10 days of your stay in a 30-day period. This is collected by the Front Desk during check out and covers parking (one vehicle) and all resort amenities and equipment (tennis rackets/balls, pickle ball rackets/balls, and miniature golf putters and balls).
Feel free to contact me if you have ANY questions. I grew up on Maui and would be glad to provide additional information.
