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Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach 10 Min & Paia 15 Min

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a white stand. Large windows offer a view of a garden.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a dining table, a sofa, and a TV.
A pathway leading through a tropical garden with palm trees and dense greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two windows with curtains.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a white door, and a view of a grassy area through large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Haiku-Pauwela, HI
  • Place, Haleakala Bike Company
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoʻokipa Beach Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Studio

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach 10 Min & Paia 15 Min

Escape to a spacious studio at Mana Aina, our peaceful 12-acre property in beautiful Haiku, Maui. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and fruit trees, you'll enjoy privacy, open space, and a relaxing Upcountry setting just 10 minutes (5.5 miles) from Maui's North Shore beaches and 15 minutes from charming Paia.

Stroll through tropical gardens, admire the fruit trees, and experience the peaceful charm of Upcountry Maui. Mana Aina is an ideal home base for exploring nearby beaches, waterfalls, hiking trails, the Road to Hana, and Maui's vibrant North Shore before returning to relax each evening.

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Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach 10 Min & Paia 15 Min

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome but need to be monitored
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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
NON-SMOKING. Ok to smoke outside
Quiet hours are from 8:00 PM to 10:00 AM. Please be considerate of other guests by keeping noise to a minimum during these hours.
Romeo and Rumba love making new friends! Although they're extremely friendly, please don't invite them—or any other animals—inside the studios.
Please remove your shoes before entering the studio to help keep it clean for everyone. Mahalo!

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-169-918-2592-01, GE-169-918-2592-01, 270130560000
Property # 4347143
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Haiku

Located in Haiku, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. Haleakala Bike Company and Maui Spa Retreat are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center and Maui Gold Pineapple Farm. Surfing Goat Dairy and Kula Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Haiku-Pauwela, HI

What's nearby

  • Haleakala Bike Company - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hoʻokipa Beach Park - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Maui Spa Retreat - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Kuau Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Baked On Maui - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Makawao Public House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪T Komoda Store & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mediterranean Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach & Paia 15 Min pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach & Paia 15 Min?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach & Paia 15 Min?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach & Paia 15 Min?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful • Haiku Retreat • Beach & Paia 15 Min located?

Located in the heart of Haiku, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Haiku Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Haleakala Bike Company and Maui Spa Retreat. Makawao Park and Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, morning sunrise with birds, relaxing property with good access
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

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

Beautiful property

Loved: Location, grounds, the bed!Great for hopping right into Road to Hāna Close beach Close to Paia Overall a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

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

Great stay!

This location is perfect for a Maui stay, centrally located and right off the road to Hana. It was spacious and clean, host is responsive. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

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

Enjoyed it!

Very peaceful beautiful place and property. Quick access to everything, we enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephane p.

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

Great stay once again

Ideal location to go explore the island, quick trip to either north shore beaches or 40 min to south (Wailea and such). Great host ! Thx again !
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique leg of our vacation, secluded but not that far from little up-country towns & the beach. Quiet & clean with plenty of space. The bed was comfortable for us. Birds in the morning & visits by a pair of egrets. Spacious well-tended grounds. Responsive host as well. My husband & I had a lovely interlude.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sameer O.

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

High country Hawaii

Clean, quiet, safe, peaceful.Away from hustle but close enough to beach .1 hr 15 min to Haleakala summit.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

1st visit to Maui

Beautiful well kept property. Lots of green space to walk around. Well equipped kitchen and open, clean living space. Very quiet.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Perfect!

When I’m on vacation I want a home away from home. This property was it. Serene and gorgeous with amazing bird song morning and evening. One mile from the beach and Hana Hwy. Perfect!.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephane p.

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

Great central location

Awesome stay, the rental is always very clean and quiet, the farm is a wonderful and charming place and great location, 15min from Paia and great beaches, also easy to drive to Hana or Waimea for the day (45min max). The host is wonderful and answered our needs. Warmly recommended !
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Peaceful, quiet stay

This is the second time I have stayed at this property. I had such a wonderful experience last year that I sought out this property again to stay this year. It is a tranquil, relaxing property with spacious, clean rooms and many amenities. Alejandro is a very responsive and attentive host. I was just as pleased with my stay this year.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dhruvish S.

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

Awesome experience!

Alejandro is a great Communicator. The property is awesome too! We rented 3 condos for total 12. The condos are spacious and well kept. I highly recommend this property for your stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Quiet getaway

The place was beautiful and green and quiet. We utilized this place for breakfast/dinner and sleeping and spent our days on the road to Hana and exploring Maui. It wasn’t far from the road to Hana but far enough away from the touristy area to offer peace and relaxation. Host was responsive and helpful. Great to have full kitchen with cookware and table settings. Plus nice to have laundry available. Bed was very cozy. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

Great place to stay

This was my second time staying at Alejandro's property. The grounds are beautiful and the studios are clean and spacious. Since the studios are connected, you may run into some of the other guests from time to time so it may not be for those seeking total privacy but it wasn't a problem for my needs. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We rent 3 studios, together or separately. The studios are in 1 dwelling and are divided by a 10 feet wide hallway. Although the studios are completely independent from each other having their own roofs, they are connected by 2 hallways. The walls on each side of the hallways are made of thick large bricks filled in with concrete and iron bars. That's TWO 12 inch noise proof walls to enhance privacy and noise control. Also, the hallways have their own roof keeping the spaces [with their own roof], apart from each other. Although it is a building with 3 studios, they feel very private and each is positioned at different angle to enhance privacy. Each unit has their own entrance.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful and quiet in nature

It is nice to stay on the north shore, away from the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by nature; trees, sky and birds on this piece of land are a nice retreat from exploring the rest of the island, traffic, etc. The property is well kept and the units are always clean and orderly. If you need something Alahandro is always willing to get it for you.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie U.

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

Great!

We were looking for a quiet place to serve as home base while we explored Haleakala, the upcountry and the road to Hana. This place fit our needs perfectly. We also very much appreciated how easy it was to communicate with the property manager. He seems experienced. Everything went exceedingly smoothly. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindy F.

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

Blissful

Loved the property and owners, such a beautiful peaceful place. The only trouble we had was with the vrbo app, wouldn’t load for us to access the address and checkin instructions. Once we were in and had access to Wi-Fi, it still wouldn’t load but was able to access through web browser.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall a good place if a bit expensive

The property is gorgeous and the location is handy enough. It is ideal if you are looking for peace and quiet. The owner was responsive to our messages but unable to fulfill our requests. If you intend to eat in as we did, the kitchen is very basic e.g. no big bowl for fruit, no storage containers, no measuring cups, and a very basic coffee maker. The tap water tastes strongly of chlorine and the filter appeared to need to be changed. Our main suggestion would be to improve the kitchen facilities and perhaps to provide a map and some information on things to do/places to go. Finally, in a place this expensive, it was a bit much to have to take care of our garbage and recycling.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2023
Dear guests, I would like to address the issues raised in Cris' review. I am glad to hear that Cris found our property to be beautiful, peaceful, quiet, and that the location was convenient for her. To ensure that our property meets your expectations and that I am able to fulfill your requests, I kindly ask that you review the information provided in our listing, including amenities and recommendations. It seems that Cris did not do this as some of her requests were not included in our listing, and I was therefore unable to meet them. Please note that some of the complaints mentioned in the review, such as the taste of the county water, the coffee maker, information on things to do and places to go, trash and recycling, and pricing, are all mentioned in our listing and available for guests to read prior to booking. Thank you for taking the time to read this, and I look forward to hosting you at our happy place. Warmly, Alejandro.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

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

Delightful stay. Quiet peaceful well-appointed cottage. Great base for exploring the road to Hana!

Owner was available and attentive to our requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephane p.

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

Great place for quiet stay

We really enjoyed our stay at this place. Large enough for our family of 5, very quiet, we got to enjoy mornings and evening listening to bird songs instead of the busy streets of resort areas. While being recluse in the upcountry, the place is still within 15-20 min drive to the coast (Paia) for beach days or road to Hana excursions. Host was excellent to deal with, very reactive to our needs and requests. Really recommend this place !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Peaceful place

Our family enjoy our stay at this beautiful property! Host very responsive and welcoming!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful …but what happened to the manager?

This property is in Haiku is pretty. We drove into Haiku from Hana and arrived in the evening . We had our 1 year old daughter and 5 year old and it was our wedding anniversary. Originally it wasn’t a seamless nor Instant process to book this property. I initially booked a specific room that was i felt was more appropriate and large enough for my family. But Alejandro changed my room res and told me he had another room that was better for us..and made me pay and additional fee due to us being a party of 4. But the property is listed at a for 4 guests. However i paid it. When we arrived at Alejandros property we arrived at a locked gate. My reception was very bad as in the description but I was able to snap shot the directions. I did not see the part about the gate in all of the detailed description provided and needed to call Alejandro for access . He did answer the phone told me he wasn’t there yet and he gave me the code to get in. When we arrived we were able to find our quarters but I was a little taken aback that our room had a ladder to private loft up top and totally unsafe for our 1 year old that i paid extra to stay with us. The room was decorated and clean and quaint but not really appropriate or what i originally wanted and needed for my family’s stay. My 5 year old Ofcourse loved her hideaway in the loft but the windows in that loft area did not close we were a bit concerned as the first night as it was very windy and quite chilly . We were pretty flustered already from our long road trip from Hana and having to stay on schedule with family. I did not bother further about it. I did meet Alejandro briefly that first night while we were leaving , we were apparently in the wrong parking area . But that was it! After our first night i never heard back from him again! Ever time i contacted him he ignored my call. If i messaged him no response. I’m very sensitive about paying for a service and reading reviews about a particular service and then not being provided with that same particular service or even receiving a response from .the owner or landlord. Anyway, i hope it wasn’t a cultural-bias type thing. The towels were a bit stinky and needed to be washed. The detachable shower head did fall on my head, slight bruise but I’ll be ok. Thank goodness we knew family out there who were responsive because if i we were out there alone and tried to rely on the owner for any information, we would have been out of luck. But pretty property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Very peaceful & quiet hideaway

We wanted a noise-free, secluded getaway for our anniversary, and this met all our expectations. The rental studios are on a beautiful, gated 12-acre property surrounded by forest. Yet it's only about 10 minutes to several great Haiku & Makawao restaurants, and 15 minutes to the beach & the awesome town of Pa'ia. We even met the owner (an acclaimed abstract artist) and his friendly dog. If you hate touristy spots, this is the place for you. Can't wait to stay here again someday!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel r.

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

Quiet, peaceful relaxing in a natural setting. Friendly Dog.

This is an off the beaten path, relaxing rental that will reset your level of calm every time you take the drive in. Set in a jungle microclimate, clean, natural and relaxing. Not a single negative thing on our 5 night stay. Detailed instructions for the property, quick host response, friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alejandro Goya

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My family and I moved to Maui in the early 1990s, drawn by the island's natural beauty and world-class windsurfing. Over the years, we've come to appreciate the peaceful lifestyle, vibrant community, and incredible landscapes that make Maui such a special place to call home.

Hosting guests at Mana Aina allows us to share this peaceful corner of Maui with visitors from around the world. We hope every guest leaves feeling refreshed, reconnected with nature, and with wonderful memories of their stay.

Why they chose this property

We chose Haiku because it offers a quieter, more authentic side of Maui while remaining close to everything visitors want to experience. Mana Aina is our peaceful 12-acre organic hobby fruit farm, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and fruit trees, yet just minutes from beaches, waterfalls, hiking, Paia, and the Road to Hana.

Because Mana Aina is set in Hawaii's lush tropical environment, you'll likely see geckos, colorful birds, butterflies, insects, and other local wildlife—all part of everyday island life and one of the many things that make Maui so special.

What makes this property unique

Mana Aina is more than a place to stay—it's a peaceful retreat where you can slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience a more authentic side of Maui. Wake to birdsong, enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by tropical gardens, then return each evening to the peace and quiet after a day of exploring the island.

With spacious grounds, Mana Aina offers a level of privacy and tranquility that's increasingly rare on Maui. It's a place where you can relax, recharge, and experience the island at your own pace while remaining just minutes from beaches, Paia, waterfalls, hiking, and the Road to Hana.

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