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Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House

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Direct Oceanfront
Downstairs Master
Upstairs Lanai
Downstairs
Downstairs

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Upstairs Hall Bath

Upstairs Master Bath

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House

Hosted by VacaMaui

Direct oceanfront north shore beach house! This home is directly off Sand piles surf break. It sits on the edge of Waiehu Beach and is the last oceanfront home before Waiehu golf course. It is perfect for a laid back local Maui experience away from the crowds. Go for morning beach walks or sit and watch the surfers. Enjoy the evenings listening to the waves crash against the shoreline. Comprehensive remodel completed in February 2024.

The house sits about 20 feet from the ocean. We love having meals out by the water. Some of the features of the home include:

- Beautiful Ocean Views
- Vaulted Ceilings Upstairs
- Oceanfront Lanai
- King Sized Bed in both Master Bedrooms
- Queen Size Bed in Bedroom 3
- Twin Over Full Bunk Bed in Bedroom 4
- Split Air Conditioning in both Living Rooms & all 4 Bedrooms
- Full Sized Washer/Dryer In Unit
- 87" Flat Screen TV in Upstairs Living Room
- 75" Flat Screen Tv in Downstairs Living Room
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Reserved Parking
- Barbeque Grill
- Tommy Bahama Beach Chairs
- Boogie Boards
- Beach Towels

The shoreline in front of the house is cobblestone. We love seashell hunting and surfing right off the back of the property, but we do not recommend swimming here. We recommend driving to one of the many great sandy beaches nearby if you are going to do a beach day. Most guests spend the mornings and evenings enjoying the house and the shoreline. During the day they explore the rest of the island as the house is centrally located, so it is only a short drive to about anywhere on Maui.

The upstairs and downstairs of the home is connected with an outside stairway which is common in Hawaii. There is only one house on the property. Guests have the whole property to themselves and access to the entire house except the garage.

Waiehu Beach House House Policies:
24 hours contact: Joshua McKim (808) 460-8221

Quiet Hours:
9:00pm – 8:00am; during which time the noise from the Short-term Rental Home shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
Amplified sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries of the rental homes is prohibited.

Parking: Vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking spaces andshall not be parked on the street.

Parties: No parties or group gatherings other than registered guests shall occur. Check in 4:00pm, Check-out 11:00am Exceptions may be possible upon request in advance from the host.

Shoreline Advisory: The shoreline is the property of the people of Hawaii and is open for the free use by everyone.

Water shut-off and circuit breaker panel locations can be viewed on the Fire Escape Plan mounted in each bedroom.

Beginning April 2026 a new house will begin being built in the side yard pictured. Construction may be taking place during daytime hours.

Permit#STWK20170001
Hosted by VacaMaui
Luxe Maui Properties LLC | RB-24090
Joshua McKim | RS-86735-0

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 320150050000, STWK20170001, GE-084-676-1984-01, TA-084-676-1984-01

About the area

Wailuku

Located in Wailuku, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Schaefer International Gallery and Maui Arts and Cultural Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Queen Ka’ahumanu Center and One Love Farmers Market. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley are also worth visiting.
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Wailuku, HI

What's nearby

  • Coral Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Waiehu Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kahului Bay - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 47 min drive - 52.2 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪‘Ula ‘Ula Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ray's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tokyo Tei - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House on 28 June 2026 start from NZ$1,182, 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 Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Coral Beach, Waiehu Beach and Waiehu Golf Course. Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument and Kahului Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, cruise ships coming and going, whales swimming, surfers, fisherman, all wonderful events to wat h while resting up. House was clean, everything wotked as advertised. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Josh was very friendly and accommodating. The house is nice and we spent a lot of time sitting out on the back lanai watching the sunrise and sunsets. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becki O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views, chill vibe and an overall great experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view! So roomy for our family of 6. We loved the two separate areas. Beds were so comfortable and house was very clean and well equipped. Each room had its own AC unit which was nice too. Wish we had another day so we could have enjoyed the house more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time at this VRBO! It was so clean and was the perfect lay out for our family. The beds were comfortable and the views were gorgeous! We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tinamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was beautiful! Had a lovely weekend either family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was a beautiful place for our team to meet and plan the year as well as relax. It provided wonderful space to gather insight and outside the home and the kitchens upstairs and downstairs were a great bonus. Beds were very comfortable and the AC worked very well when it got warm. We would definitely recommend this property. Owner was very communicative whenever we had any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenna M.

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

Great space

Great communication, amazing yard, close to stores
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

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

Nice

Great property. Beautiful ocean breeze and was a good fit for our family. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy at first, but it was perfectly safe and a good location for seeing the sights. !! Screens on windows would be nice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

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

Vacation home

The house was nice in a great location. We met the neighbors and everyone was very nice. We did not realize it was 2 separate living spaces. To get upstairs, you had to go outside. It was fine for us but we did feel separated from the other 2 families
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L. B.

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

Central Maui Waiehu beach house

Josh was very accommodating. The right up on the house is very accurate. Our family loves the house and the location. We loved sitting on the lanai and watching the sun rise and the surfer’s every morning. Would stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

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

Easy, spacious property

Very clean / safe property with a beautiful view of the sunrise each morning. The queen bed in the bottom unit was a little too hard to be comfortable, but the master room was better! Overall 5 stars and very happy with our choice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reynold K.

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

Thank you, we had a great stay.

I stayed here this past weekend with my 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren for a family event...3 nights. The text notifications were extremely helpful and eliminated any questions about our stay. The entire house (upstairs and downstairs) was very clean, nice and comfortable. Although we were primarily here to shower and sleep, the air conditioning throughout the house ensured comfortable temperatures inside whenever we returned to rest or regroup. We will definitely be staying here again should our entire family return to Maui. Thank you for ensuring we had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pranav M.

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

Great location

This house is at great location. Ocean right in the backyard with views is awesome. Although there is no beach as such but if you like to surf this is perfect. House is nicely kept and has all essentials. We were 8 of us and it was very comfortable. Although it would have been ideal to have another half bathroom downstairs as there is only one shared full bath but it was not too much of an inconvenience. Overall we had great experience and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

yessica m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Waiehu Home

When we arrived to the property we were excited due to the amazing views and the fact that you can walk to the beach in about 3 minutes. Unfortunately the inside of the house is much more worn down than what the images show online. In addition, the couches )upstairs and downstairs) were stained and the shower curtain in the bathroom was moldy along with the mattress and curtains in the downstairs bedroom. When I messaged the owner about our concerns he was very accommodating. He had clean sheets to put over the couches and asked how he could help with the mold situation. Overall he was a very gracious host, but the house was not what we expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location! The place was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sherril D.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disappointing

We were a group of 6, us parents, 2 adult daughters, our son in law and 17 yo grandson. We looked forward to our trip for months, and truly wanted to love the place. We did gather from the home description that this was not a "resort" type destination but we were ready to enjoy the reported views, charm and laid back qualities of the home. The lot is large and oceanfront with a well kept lawn area. The downstairs master is cramped and dark with a small obscured slider that opens onto a small concrete patio, it is very difficult to open/close. The other downstairs bedroom was similarly small and dark, and it's small window looks directly onto the large eyesore condemned properties next door. Sadly, people are living there. The upstairs area has a large master bedroom with 4 widely spaced small windows. The master bath is small and the tub/shower is rusty and uninviting. Window coverings throughout were in disrepair and couches were stained. The refrigerator does not keep contents cold. The slider off the upstairs kitchen is also very difficult to open/close. There is one couch upstairs and one downstairs. We wanted a place that would allow all 6 of us to gather together comfortably as well as provide privacy and rest. We tried to make the best of it but ultimately, and despite the significant unanticipated expense, we could not allow ourselves to spend our limited and hard earned vacation time in this home and left after our 2nd night. We found another property to rent that was well maintained, comfortable and accommodating and it saved our vacation. If all you want is a bare bones home base to enjoy Maui from this may be serviceable.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mickey G.

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

Not as represented

Windows and sliders so dirty it was hard to see out. Broken locks on doors and windows. Pictured outside furniture not there. Soft lumpy mattresses. AC barely worked. Ants in kitchen. Not even a bar of soap for the shower or other sundries. Condemned houses next door occupied by homeless. We paid for a week and left after 1 nite. We have pictures to back this up.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

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

Great Property with the beach as your Backyard

My family and I spent a week at this house and thoroughly enjoyed it! We especially enjoyed the beach/ocean immediately behind the home. It was equipped with several body boards, ice chest and beach chairs that we used all week. The functioning kitchen upstairs was great and the kitchenette downstairs was handy for quick stuff. Would definitely rent this house again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

December 2021 Family Get a

Josh, the property owner did a good job describing this property. Reading the other reviews were helpful as well. As the July 2018 review states: Advise everyone to have appropriate expectations since this home IS at the edge of the ocean and becomes weathered with salt and wind. We did enjoy listening to the waves, sifting through the driftwood on the beach and watching the beautiful sunrises. The surfers were right next door, evidentially it’s a favorite spot for local surfers, which were fun to watch. Some cons: the dishwasher does not do a good job washing the dishes. Buy a non-stick pan, the lockboxes were hard to open and shut. Pros: right on the beach, 15 minutes from Costco, Safeway and Whole Foods, in a residential area, sandy beach and surfers right next door, comfy beds and soft sheets. We enjoyed our time there and it worked well for our group of six. Josh did a great job with communication, including sending us information way in advance on arrival and departure info, house manual, places to eat, hikes, beaches, transportation, grocery stores and a map of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivon G.

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

Awesome Stay

Thank you Josh for being available when I contacted you - home has such a gorgeous view!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shrirang D.

Fantastic house

It was fantastic!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy S.

Get the “local” feel

Let me start by saying that we really enjoyed our time at this home. Our group consisted of 2 families (4 adults, 2 teenagers & 2 kids in their 20’s). The home was plenty spacious for us all, and was well stocked with towels, snorkel gear, beach chairs, etc. We chose to have the parents stay in the upstairs unit, and kids downstairs. Access to the nearest beach is just about 50 yards down the street, and we spent countless hours on the back patio, enjoying the sound of the waves crashing against the rocks at the edge of the property. The home is conveniently located, but not in the typical “tourist” areas. You’ll find yourself primarily amongst locals, not resorts and hotels. In fact, I’m not sure I saw a building more than two stories tall. WalMart, Target, and several grocery stores are near by, convenient to provision your stay. Josh, the owner, was extremely accommodating. He allowed us to arrive a little ahead of our scheduled “check-in” time, and checked in with us periodically throughout our stay. It’s also very apparent that he’s continuing to maintain and improve the property. Even during our stay, he was having a very nice privacy fence installed at the edge of the property; helping to buffer from an unattractive property next door. Lastly, I’d advise everyone to have appropriate expectations. This is a home that IS at the edge of the ocean. If you understand how salt and wind impacts a home, then you’ll understand that there will always be some amount of “weathering”, even with constant maintenance and upkeep. If you need the Ritz Carlton, this home is not for you. If you want clean, comfortable, private, and to be immersed in the local environment, it’ll be a perfect fit. Mahalo
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis C.

House Needs Attention to Detail

Josh was very responsive to our needs but the house needs attention. Generally not very clean - had to hand wash virtually every dish we used although they were in the cabinets as clean. Master toilet seat was loose and toilet was not properly attached to floor. Josh did get AC replaced pronto and provided additional wash clothes we requested as well as ant spray. Upstairs was generally in better condition than downstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick & Debbie K.

Blessed in Maui!

We traveled with 3 other couples to Maui to celebrate over 140 years of wedding anniversaries between us. We wanted a house near the ocean and we came across this charming direct oceanfront north shore beach house. First, the owner Josh, was extremely responsive to each and every inquiry we had prior to and during our visit. When we arrived we weren't disappointed. We were a short stones throw from the ocean and the house comfortably handled 8 adults. The rooms were spacious and accommodating. The kitchens were well stocked with all essential amenities to allow us to make breakfasts each morning and several evening dinners. It would have been nice to have 4 bathrooms with our situation, but it was never an issue. A family would find this house to met all their needs. They had beach chairs, snorkel equipment, travel guides, and other items to make for a wonderful vacation in Maui. The location of the house was in an older part of town, but once we met our neighbors we were at ease and settled into our daily routines. We were close to shopping and restaurants and within a short driving distance to numerous activities, such as, whale watching, golf, and beaches. Our favorite time was placing 8 chairs along the back of the house with coffee in hand as we watched God raise the sun each morning. The views were breathtaking and we saw numerous whales that greeted us with "pec slapping" and a now and again breach just to show off. The difficult part of our trip was saying goodbye. We were very thankful that Josh and his family shared their home with us. We were truly blessed in Maui!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

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