Lahaina cottage rental - Island of Lana'i
Island of Lana'i
 
Lahaina cottage rental - Island of Lana'i

Island of Lana'i

The beach is three minutes from the cottage.

The beach is three minutes from the cottage.

Entire living area opens to sea breezes and panoramic views

Entire living area opens to sea breezes and panoramic views

Open to the air

Open to the air

Looking in from the lanai

Looking in from the lanai

Kitchen and island

Kitchen and island

Kitchen and island

Kitchen and island

Mango slab island

Mango slab island

TV and entertainment system

TV and entertainment system

Master bedroom

Master bedroom

Master bedroom from the outside

Master bedroom from the outside

West Maui Mountains above roofline

West Maui Mountains above roofline

Chez lounge - outside shower in background

Chez lounge - outside shower in background

Driveway into cottage

Driveway into cottage

Rugged West Maui Mountains

Rugged West Maui Mountains

  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps4
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 7 nights
 

Photos and Description of the Lahaina vacation cottage rental
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 4)

Exemplifying luxury Hawaiian vacation living at its best, this brand new cottage bridges traditional Hawaiian and contemporary designs. With the help of the leading designer on Maui, this cottage was just completed for the private use of the owner (we live in Upcountry Maui and this is our 'beach house') and select vacationers. Stunning views of the vast blue Pacific Ocean, the entire Island of Lana'i, the Island of Molokai, incredible sunsets and the rugged West Maui Mountains are unobstructed and to die for. The ocean side of the house opens completely to the most tranquil and stunning views.

The cottage is a free standing structure built at the end of a long private driveway. No one can build in front us and there are gulches on both sides providing absolute privacy and quiet. One of the gulches is protected by a State of Hawaii easement to prevent construction of any kind because of the archeological Hawaiian artifacts found on the property. This cottage is private.

Dine inside or out. The large kitchen island seats four and is made from a immense slab of local mango wood. Sip a glass of wine and chat with the cook or sit outside on the covered lanai and enjoy the breathless views. Teak dining furniture can accommodate six comfortably. The kitchen is fully equipped or cook on the grill outside.

Both bedrooms feature private baths, Tempur-pedic mattresses and french doors opening to the ocean side lanai. Comfort, quiet and relaxation is the theme of the house. The bedroom window shades have blackout, privacy screens so you can sleep as late as you want.

Outside, you can lay in the sun or the shade depending on how you feel at the moment. A Balinese day bed in the shade is a perfect spot to take a nap or to read a book. A private outside shower is available for you to rinse off after a trip to the beach (less than 1 mile) or a hike up the mountain or a brisk walk on the walking trails around Launiupoko.

If you want to stay connected while you lounge around you can hook-up to the high-speed internet with our wi-fi. The home entertainment system includes Bose Lifestyle Home Theatre, a large (56') high-definition TV, TIVO, DVD, Blu-ray and CD player, and a dock for your iPod or iPhone. Listen to your music or the business news inside or out. You have total control your environment.

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About The Owner

My wife and I were very fortunate and retired young. Karen was a clinical neuropsychologist and I owned a software development company in Dallas, TX. We sold the company in 2000 when our children were still in grade school. We decided to move to Maui to give the kids an incredible experience growing up. Our youngest just graduated from high school this past May. Both kids are now at the University of Colorado in Boulder.

The Owner purchased this cottage in 2011
Why The Owner chose Lahaina

The cottage in Launiupoko was built as a retreat specifically for Karen and myself. Before moving to Maui full time, we had a condo on the West Side. When we took the plunge and actually moved here, we decided to move upcountry to Makawao to be near the best schools. Lahaina and Kapalua were the places we vacationed for years and we missed that aspect of island life. Living upcountry we missed seeing the whales breach and missed the beach activities. So, building this cottage was a present to ourselves.

We knew we wouldn't use the cottage a great deal, so we designed it to be rented as well. Accordingly, it has everything we want for a perfect vacation (including a short 1 hour drive to get there!).

5 Reviews of Property 381024 in Lahaina, Hawaii

Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
average rating of 5.0 based on 5 reviews
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Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p381024vb
808.280.7500
Private Homes Lahaina
Phoenix, Az, USA
5

Unbeliveable location!!! So quite, yet so close to the action.

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Mar 10, 2013
  • Stayed: Feb 2013
We have been to 5 VRBO rentals around the world and this was far and away the best experience. We stayed for a week but would have liked to have stayed forever. The only noise we heard for the whole week was a couple of birds that came by every morning. Coffee out on the Lanai in the morning was very peaceful. The cruise ship arriving in the early AM was the highlight of the morning. The owner was very helpful in all aspects. 1 mile to a very private beach that looked like it could be on a post card. 31/2 miles to down town Lahaina and all the restaurants and boat docks. Couldn't be any more convienent. Every aspect of the VRBO listing was as advertised, no disappointments.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
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Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p381024vb
808.280.7500
Private Homes Lahaina
Nevada
5

Beautiful Home and Relaxing Stay

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Feb 4, 2013
  • Stayed: Jan 2013
This lovely home was everything we wanted...a comfortable place to come "home" to when the activities of the day were done. We found the home to be a relaxing refuge from the traffic and tourists. What a pleasure to have a cup of coffee in the morning on the lovely patio! The doors that opened created an atmosphere of serenity with fresh air blowing through. We enjoyed walking the trails in the neighborhood and shopping at the farmer's market at the bottom of the road. The beds, linens, and towels were first class. The sound system was also top-notch. Truly a wonderful place to stay. In addition, the owners were very easy to communicate with and even met us at the home when we arrived. We give this vacation rental our highest recommendation and hope to stay here again next year. Thank you.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p381024vb
808.280.7500
Private Homes Lahaina
San Francisco, CA
5

It's even better than it looks!

It's even better than it looks!
  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Nov 30, 2012
  • Stayed: Oct 2012
We had a wonderful stay at the property in October. The house and property are everything it promises to be but even better! It's a beautiful home, very comfortable and understatedly luxurious. The lanai and the view are incredible, we spent many sunsets and evenings there sipping wine and cooking on the grill. You feel like you are on your own private island but it's close enough to Lahaina to not feel disconnected. Craig is great, responded very quickly to any questions and was very welcoming. We have rented many properties all over the world and this one, by far, was the best one! We'll be back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: It's always a joy when you meet nice and interesting people. Anna and John came to cook, drink wine and RELAX. I'm delighted we had just the place for them. I look forward to seeing them again soon!
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Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p381024vb
808.280.7500
Private Homes Lahaina
SF Bay Area
5

Perfect Little Piece of Heaven

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Jul 28, 2012
  • Stayed: Jul 2012
Breathtaking view from everywhere in the house! We really felt so grateful to have the opportunity to rent this cottage. We had such a great time here and enjoyed just soaking in the view and lounging around the house. The folding glass doors open up the whole house to the lanai which provides unobstructed view of the ocean and the island of Lana'i. The house was well designed with understated luxury. All the materials they used to build this place as well as the furnishings and decor are top quality. Craig, the owner, was very warm, welcoming and accommodating. He made sure that the house was well stocked with everything we need. There was even a beautiful, chic, lush and big fresh floral arrangement on the coffee table and fresh fruits on the kitchen island to welcome us!
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We loved everything about it! the view, the sunset, the location (short drive to the beach and Lahaina), the landscaping, the open floor plan, the super comfy beds with soft linens, the outdoor shower was a major hit, the awesome kitchen with the awesome huge mango wood slab, the wood floors felt good on bare feet, the beautiful rugs (where did you get them, btw :) ?), the lighting, the glass doors, the lanai, the Bali daybed, the entertainment system...everything!!! There's always a nice cool breeze at night so it's nice to lounge outside and stargaze.

Thanks Craig and Karen for sharing your beautiful cottage. There's so much love put into it and your taste are just impeccable! I also love your work...thanks for sharing your beautiful woodturn bowls and displaying them around the house. It was such a pleasure meeting you! Your place is a dream! It made for a great experience, unforgettable vacation and beautiful memories!

A hui ho!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Luxury Cottage W/ Incredible Ocean, Island and Sunset Views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p381024vb
808.280.7500
Private Homes Lahaina
Vancouver, BC, Canada
5

Beautiful vacation house with stunning views from the lanai.

  • 5 of 5
  • Submitted: Apr 14, 2012
  • Stayed: Mar 2012
Four of us stayed here for a week in March and we never wanted to leave! This is a beautiful vacation property that leaves you wanting for nothing. The house is extremely private and comfortable and stocked with everything you need. The entire house converts to open-air which gives it a very tropical and airy ambiance. No detail has been overlooked - from the the gorgeous mango wood island in the kitchen to the wonderful outdoor shower with views to the ocean, this home is luxurious but comfortable and welcoming. Both master bedrooms have views to the ocean, as does the rest of the house. The entire property is landscaped with banana trees, frangipani trees, aloe plants, grapefruit, lemon and mango trees and the lawn in front of the house is a perfect place to sit to watch the sun set over the island of Lanai. This is also a perfect place for stargazing at night.

We spent our evenings barbecuing on the lanai and eating outdoors. Depending on the time of year that you visit, you can watch humpback whales breech right from the lanai. Although we spent a lot of our vacation exploring the island we were always anxious to get back to the beach house! The owners are welcoming and very helpful and we really enjoyed their hospitality. We will DEFINITELY return to Maui and without a question this will be the place we will stay. We hope to return soon!

We highly recommend this stunning vacation house - you won't be disappointed and it will leave you with some wonderful memories!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1