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BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT CONDO* EXCELLENT VIEW* PERFECT LOCATION & A/C
Maalaea, HI

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D., New Berlin WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
Wow!! Barbara’s condo well exceeded my expectations! This condo is the perfect location to get around Maui and is literally a quick walk to Maui Ocean Center (aquarium) and the harbor. We honestly never wanted to leave the condo though! Being on the ground level was perfect. You watch whales playing in the bay right from the patio! And the pool and grills were just off the patio too making it really easy to jump in or start dinner. Any questions we had Barbara was quick to respond. Excellent! We are already dreaming of coming back. Thank you so much for sharing your paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whales in the bay were a plus
The condo is beautifully decorated and a very comfortable and livable space. It looks just like the photos posted here. There is ample storage to keep things put away. I appreciated having a laundry basket to stow dirty clothes. We ate many meals at the condo so we could take advantage of watching the whales in the bay, to be making breakfast and looking up to see a whale breach is amazing. The kitchen has everything you need to make a meal or warm up takeout. The location is quiet and safe, away from the traffic area. We enjoyed the short drive to the Cafe O Lei at the Mill House for delicious meals. Communication with Barbara was great, she answered emails quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S., Palm Springs California

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
This property is accurately described and photographed. It is incredibly well equipped, the position of it is fantastic and location central for everywhere on the island, yet it is quiet. We ate in a lot as the kitchen has everything you need and the views from the patio are fantastic, you can actually see the whales whilst eating. Totally relaxing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location!
My wife and I loved the condo. Quiet neighborhood, ocean front and well maintained. Sea Turtles and whales in abundance in the bay. Short drive to Kihei for restaurants but so glad we stayed at Barbara’s condo instead. Great host. One bedroom with pullout in family room. Porch seating was amazing morning and night. Be sure to eat in and watch the boats and whales. Say hi to the friendly grey cat…we named it “Maui”.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ardith B., Beaverton, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central location
Just a walk to the Maalaea harbor and boat excursions. Barbara is quickly available if there are any issues or questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROELLE M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in November. Everything was perfect. The condo was exactly as described. The winds off thep water were so nice we didn't even need the airconitioning, and it was 83 degrees most days. Communication with the owner was seamless. We walked to small shops and to a snorkling adventure. We met some very nice neighbors who made us feel right at home. We went on a rappeling trip and a hike thru the bamboo forest to swim in waterfalls. We went golfing. Everything we did was within 15 mins of this wonderful condo. Our bucket list is complete thanks to being able to stay at this awesome condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette E., Fullerton

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui Fires
Unable to stay due to Maui fires. Host was more than accommodating and gave full refund.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo stay
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. Our first night we met really nice neighbors who gave us a list of must sees. We booked a snorkel trip prior to our stay and it was within walking distance. We also walked to the aquarium, market and food trucks. The location is fantastic! We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing honeymoon
Thank you so much for helping our honeymoon be as great as it was. On top of everything that was beautiful, having a great place to stay really helped us warm into Hawaii!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2023
Thank you very much!

10/10 Excellent

Trevaris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The exact experience we wanted!!! Will be booking again soon😄😄
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui Vacation
Wonderful property but the bed was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2023
I appreciate your reveiw. I will definitely checkout the bed the next time we are there. Probably time to replace it. This is my first complaint about it and I take it seriously. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness
very good
very good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location, comfortable condo.
When we arrived, we were impressed by the condo being so comfortable and well thought out. Super well organized and well kept. Breakfast on the lanai is spectacular and memorable, as Ma’alaea Bay and Haleakala are directly in front. Everything was as promised and when we return to Maui, this will be the first condo we check for availability.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
Barbara’s place was a perfect location for our stay. We are a retired couple who likes to hike and explore the island. The condo was clean, beautifully decorated and the view is sublime. Our favorite thing was drinking coffee on the back lanai overlooking the bay/ocean with Haleakala looming in the distance. We also enjoyed sitting on the chaise loungers and watching the numerous turtles feeding out on the reef. Another great turtle watching area is along the sea wall at Maalaea wharf just past Buzz’s Whatf. We also enjoyed watching the geckos, lizards and birds from the lanai. Maalaea Harbor is approximately 25 minutes from the airport, Lahaina and Kihei. We enjoyed drives all around the island from this central location. The Maalaea General store has a great breakfast. We rented a full sized SUV. Head’s up, the parking spots in the condo parking lot are narrow. It was not a problem however as there was ample parking on the street. This area felt safe. There is a sea wall with rocks in front of the condo, but it is a short easy walk to a Sandy beach at the end of Houli Road. We loved our stay and if we come back to Maui we would love to stay here again. If you don’t need the glitz of a high end stay, this is your place!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Keld N.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely place but much more noisy than expected
See title
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay
My wife and I spent a week on vacation here, and it was a perfect set up. Communication with the owner was smooth, and the condo was very clean, well-maintained, and had all appropriate supplies on hand. Location is wonderful, first floor and right on the water, and one afternoon that I was literally watching humpback whales surface in the bay, while laying on the couch. It’s a good central location for access to the north, east and west sides of the island as well, and we had a parking space right in front of the building throughout the stay. We would love to stay here again in the future, and highly recommend to anyone considering this sort of vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Thought of everything
What a great space, beautiful views, centrally located, and with lots of thoughtful touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean front, spectacular view. Very private. Very comfortable and exactly as seen in photos!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Front Paradadise!
If you're looking for a luxurious ocean front condo, this is the place for you! We are frequent travelers to Maui, however this was our first stay at Barbara's condo. The ocean waves can be heard the moment you walk onto the lanai, and the constant breeze keeps you cool on those warm, sunny days. This ground unit is beautifully renovated and just steps from the pool and BBQ grills. Morning coffee is a must from the lanai, as you'll have a breathtaking view of the ocean and sunrise over Haleakala! I've never seen a condo as generously stocked as this one. Everything you need for a road trip, or a day at the beach. It's situated at the Ma'alaea Harbor making it so convenient to catch an early morning snorkle trip, and the central location makes it easy to maneuvere around the island. It was a phenomenal place to spend our holiday! Thank you Barbara for sharing your island home with us! We'd definitely loved being your guests again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tami K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Loved this little condo during our stay in Maui. It was clean, stocked with plentiful supplies of anything we needed. Beautiful view of the bay. The area was quiet & peaceful. Just lovely. The owner was very approachable & answered any questions in a timely manner. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui
Fun relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This was a fantastic place to stay. Lovely ground floor unit right by the pool. I had my morning coffee outside every day…just looking out at the ocean. Best equipped VRBO I have stayed in! It is very quiet…never had to fight for a chair at the pool! It is easy to get to wherever you want to go.The aquarium is a must. The Seascape restaurant is pretty good…great mai tais for $6. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was amazing!
The condo was clean, all needed supplies were there, neighborhood was clean an the people where very friendly. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Location was convenient & property was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Barbara’s home is exactly as pictured. It’s beautiful and in a perfect location. Check in / check out was very simple. We could not have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We loved this condo for it's beautiful view, proximity to the marina beach, and the top condition that the condo and complex were in. We will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view 😍
The location is perfect with a beautiful view. I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana J., Erie, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location and property. Barbara was super easy to deal with and quick responses. Mahalo.
A great place to stay. Very very realized. Beautiful condo and view. Excellent host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
25th Anniversary
We had a great time and really enjoyed our stay. The room was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet area on Maui
Condo was nice and comfortable with outside access to seawall ocean views. Condo complex was quiet, neighbors were friendly and helpful. Loved our stay and breakfasts at the ocean.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie J., Wentzville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!!
The view was amazing, we saw turtles every day! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for a Maui vacation for 2!
We couldn't think of a better place to spend our vacation in Maui. The condo was clean and very well appointed- just like it looks in the pictures. The property is well cared for and we enjoyed meeting some of the other residents or visitors. We loved the central location and watching the surfers battle the waves! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken L., Cypress, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location on ground floor.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maui stay
This was our second time staying at this property. We love the location, water views, the quiet complex, and pool. Outstanding!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
This is a beautiful property inside and out…it met all our expectations. The property owner was pleasant to work with and clearly communicated all details. We’d definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you very much!

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely One Bedroom Condo
With a beautiful view of the ocean. Great sunrise.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Salamanca, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location to explore the whole island.
Very small but nice property. Laundry facility on 2nd floor (takes CC). We saw some whales from our lanai and turtles near the shoreline. Walkable to Maui Ocean Center and PacWhale tours.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Beautiful common grounds and terrific view of water.
Would recommend! Barbara was great and took care of any questions or concerns we may have had.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2022
I appreciate this review!

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Great location. Away from some of the hustle-bustle of some resort areas yet close enough to enjoy the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2022
Thank you very much!

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet Location
Beautiful view of the ocean. Watch whales and turtles every day! Very responsive host.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom C., Loveland CO

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect condo for us.
Barbara was an excellent condo host, with easy communication and quick response. The unit was exceptionally clean upon our arrival and just as described. The extra wood decor gave it our appreciated Hawaiian flare. This was the best-stocked condo we have ever rented.The first-floor location and large grassy area just off the patio which led directly to the ocean is beautiful. Every day we could see whales, sail boats, and a majestic mountain. This is not a party atmosphere but a quiet location. No doubt, our future Hawaii plans will include this condo.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Honeymoon Haven
It was amazing waking up every morning looking out seeing the ocean. On two occasions we saw humpback whales while sitting on the balcony. The condo is beautifully decorated. It was exactly as advertised, i.e., well stocked with everyday items, beach chairs, beach towels, etc. Barbara provided excellent communication. We definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles I., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness
Efficiently comfortable
Couldn't have had a better time. The owner was delightful and very accommodating. The unit very much equipped and clean. Close to marina and shopping. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two weeks in Maui
Wonderful place to stay. Great bed. Close to many things we did. Saw whales right in the bay.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING rental property!!!
We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Barbara's condo. The view straight on the ocean from the kitchen/living room is absolutely wonderful. We really enjoyed the fact that the condo was on the ground floor so that we could simply walk out from the back door in the living room and be a few meters from the sea and its turtles. The condo itself is fantastic; clean, charming, and very well equipped. The neighbourhood is quiet and peaceful. I can't find a single negative thing to say about this place. Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brett B., Alameda, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
this condo is exactly as pictured on VRBO.
condo is clean and well furnished. pictures on VRBO are exactly as it is. Views outside living room are fantastic. Beach and beach park that are very close are beautiful and can be walked to or driven to, beach and beach park are nice for sitting, swimming, and walking. The beaches of Kihei and Wailea are better and need to be seen, but still, enjoy some time at the beaches nearby Haycraft park, especially for walking. The pool, and yard area are nice, clean, and very calm. The condo was very quiet, while sleeping, with A/C on, we were never woken up by any noise. There are A/C units in bedroom and living room which work very well and are easy to use. This condo is pretty small, however. Move then two people don't seem to be allowed, and that is a good thing. It was perfect sized for two, but is small. The pictures are accurate. a designated parking spot may not be available, if not, you park very close, but across the street out front. We did not have parking, but across the street was not a problem at all for us. The lanai has a sun screen that would have been nice, but currently was not working. The sun on the lanai was pretty bright, so we used the common lanai that is right next door for eating outside in shade and trade winds. We chose the ground floor for this trip so that we could just walk right out into the poor/yard area. This can be nice and relaxing, especially at night or in the morning, consider if you prefer this or upper floor. No one watches TV while on vacation in Maui, but if you do, the TV which works well and is big and new only seemed to have cable, no netflix (etc...) Owner was very nice, helpful and quick to reply to questions. Bottom line - had a great week, and this condo facilitated it nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
From our check in to check out, we enjoyed our stay. The condo is well stocked with any supplies you may need. The bed was extremely comfortable and there were plenty of extra pillows. We loved having the pool steps from the back door. It was so incredible watching sunrises while drinking our morning coffee. I needed to contact Barbara on 2 separate occasions, and she responded very quickly and provided immediate service required for one issue.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as described!
Perfect spot! The condo was exactly as listed! The location was great, within walking distance to a beach with miles of space for walking, as well as several good restaurants. Mornings were so relaxing on the beautiful lanai, and just walk a few extra steps and watch the turtles in the surf! Relaxing, quiet, comfortable, and well appointed. Would for sure stay here again! Also Barbara was very responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This stay was literally amazing, 11/10! Great ocean views, pool, and SEA TURTLES! Owner was so easy to contact and so helpful. Central location for Maui. Everything easily drivable with rental car. However, you don’t need to leave since the condo is so beautiful itself!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Walt M., Palm Springs, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views/Quiet Location/Marginal Beach Access
Pros: Views are great and you are right on the water!! Very easy walk out from the condo to the shoreline since you're on the 1st floor and have easy access to the grill. For a large-ish condo, the building was quiet. Well-provisioned unit (or cluttered some might say, but tastes can vary in that regard). Bed was super comfortable. Cons: Location is not the best. You are a close drive to many places but really nothing right there that's particularly interesting, unless harbors are your thing. No roads or streets or paths that are good for any long walks. A couple of restaurants at the harbor but only go there if you don't want to take a drive to better places. Plus you should know this building does not have a sand beach right in front. You have to walk down a rather unattractive road about 10 minutes to a beach and that beach is marginal compared to most other beaches on Maui. Finally, FYI if you happen to run the A/C you can't really be sitting on the lanai since the condenser unit is located there and hot air is blowing out to the table where you'd be sitting--so you'll need to turn off the A/C if you want to sit on the lanai (which is what you want to do since the views are great there).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021