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Lu'uwai's of Makena Oceanfront House in Maui, Hawaii
Huge covered lanai with ocean view
Spectacular view from the dining area
Fully equipped kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Kihei, HI
  • Maluaka Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Makena State Park Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wailea Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Futons

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

4 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location

Aloha and welcome to our exceptional oceanfront Maui vacation rental home, Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional vacation rental experience. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a romantic retreat, we have something perfect for you. Take in the incredible views and breathtaking sunsets in the relaxing atmosphere of this unique Maui vacation rental located in Makena, Maui, Hawaii. This 2,400 square foot home offers 4 beautifully renovated bedrooms. Each bedroom is air-conditioned, has a private bath and entrance, and magnificent ocean views.

Explore our stunning location and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while enjoying all the amenities you need. You will find some of Hawaii's best snorkeling in the waters right in front of our property.

Book your dream vacation in paradise today and create unforgettable memories at Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing. Your dream getaway awaits!

Lu'uwai's Makena Landing vacation rental home is just minutes away from challenging Maui golf courses, tennis courts, shopping, and restaurants. Kayaking is available nearby. Our Makena vacation rental home is located just south of many famed beaches, such as, Kihei's Kalama Beach, and just north of Big Beach. In fact, people from all over the world find their way to our beautiful shores with Molokini crescent -- a renowned scuba and snorkeling area -- visible just offshore from our Maui vacation rental home.

Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing vacation rental home is also a picturesque honeymoon destination and available for small family reunions.

County Transient Vacation Rental Permit Number: CP20060007
TMK: (II) 2-1-007:088

Property manager

Helen Luuwai
Premier Host

Languages

English, Japanese

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Infant furniture maybe arranged via local vendors
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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
This property uses solar energy
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-173-938-0736-01, 210070880000, GE-173-938-0736-01, 20060007

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kihei

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Wailea, a neighbourhood in Kihei. Wailea Beach and Makena State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters. Kula Botanical Garden and Aliʻi Kula Lavender are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Kihei, HI

What's nearby

  • Maluaka Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Makena State Park Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Wailea Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Little Beach - 10 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Polo Beach - 11 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lappert's Hawai'i - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Botero Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Manoli's Pizza Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whale’s Tale - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location located?

Located in Wailea, this holiday home is steps from Makena Landing Park and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Wailea Beach. Makena Beaches and Chang's Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stana W.

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

Family celebration of 50th Wedding Anniversary

Stunning views, best snorkeling location, short walk to fun beach. Entire family loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

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

Stunning

Incredible Villa for our family reunion and my 70 t( birthday celebration.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Isaiah M.

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

Cleanliness and property care

Broken lawn chairs and picnic tables that fell over upon sitting. Dirty socks greeted us upon arrival. Cockroaches in rooms where basic cleaning would have gotten. AC not on upon arrival so house was extremely hot. Messaged host about these issues when my stay was over and simply received a “Mahalo” Beautiful area and neighborhood tho. Overall okay stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Excellent family stay /. Location is amazing

Lots of great activities and beeches close. Water was calm and visibility was good. Lots of turtles.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari R.

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

Amazing location

We all had a fabulous time at Helen’s place. We have stayed at this property before and plan to come back again. The snorkeling right off the property is amazing!!!! The views are second to none and Helen is a fantastic host who is very responsive. Worth every penny.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Where to go to find the greatest place on earth

It is a crown jewel
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Beautiful property - amazing views and lots of sea turtles!

Great stay filled with relaxing by the water, snorkeling and many sea turtle sightings! What is not to love about this spot - truly one of a kind right on the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Perfect Stay

We had such a wonderful stay at Helen’s house. The location was perfect. Just a short walk to Makena Landing Park or around a half-mile easy walk to the beautiful Maluaka Beach. The snorkeling in front of the house was amazing, we spotted turtles every day! We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOHN S.

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

Perfect Maui Setting

WE had a great stay. Plenty of room for the family. There were 11 of us (6 adults and 5 grown kids). the outside entry to the upstairs bedrooms was very convenient and gave each group privacy and at the same time a feeling of being all together. The views were amazing. Makena is special and just remote enough to be peaceful. Great snorkeling and turtle watching right in front of the property. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine C.

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

Excellent

What an amazing stay we had at Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing! The location is the best we have ever had an any of the many VRBOs we have rented. The snorkeling is one of the top places on the island. We spent many hours on the deck by the water where you can watch snorkelers, go for a swim, watch beautiful sunsets and stargaze. The house is fully equipped and is as described in the listing. We really appreciated the homey Hawaiian feel to the house. It is an easy two minute walk to Makena Landing with great snorkeling and fun boogie boarding. It is a short ride to many other beautiful beaches including Big Beach. Helen was very easy to work with, gracious, responded promptly and made our stay pleasurable. It was a perfect vacation for the whole family. We look forward to returning to this magical spot!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassian D.

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

70th Birthday With Friends

Makena Landing or now known as "Helen's Place" is a one of a kind vacation destination on Maui. The waterfront location is perfect for swimming with the turtles or just a quick dip to cool off. Take extra care when getting in and out of the water on the lava rocks. The ocean can get a little rough at times. The huge grass yard is ideal for star gazing at night and the covered lanai is perfect for outdoor dining. Everyone has their own room and bathroom, so there's plenty of privacy. It's also an ideal location for exploring beautiful sand beaches just a few miles south. I've stayed there twice now and I will definately be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph and Jessie M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cove great

Not clean not ADA good location
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K D.

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

Maui at its best!

Home provided Ohana time with gorgeous views of Maui. Swimming, snorkeling, stargazing and body surfing were endless - we even got a Moon Set in the second night. Spacious, clean and stocked with everything you need. Owner takes pride in ALL the details. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K., Torrance, California

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

Amazing Location

As other reviewers stated, Helen is great and very responsive. The location and view is unbeatable. The home itself has a relaxed and “lived in” feel. We spent the majority of our time outside in the backyard. Amazing!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

brian h.

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

Great location

Great location, quiet and comfortable, right on the ocean. Could use some updating in regards to bedding. Fan in upstairs middle bedroom could use some cleaning. It did accommodate our large family.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Extended family ages 4 to 88

We were so happy with this beautiful home with incredible views. We watched boat tours with snorkelers and kayaks come every day to see the turtles. We loved walking to the beach, snorkeling and playing in the yard. Very close to high end hotels with great restaurants. We couldn’t have asked for a better private home in Maui.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce Z.

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

Ultimate Oceanfront View

My cheeks hurt…from smiling! This is the real “Turtle Town.” Also plenty of whale sightings. No need to spend money for snorkel and/or whale watching cruises. Stay at this older house to really enjoy Maui as it used to be: no road noise, no high rise buildings in sight! Thank you, Helen!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassian D.

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

Great location and charm to spare.

The location in a residential area with access to a lagoon right from the property was amazing. Plus there's a sand beach in easy walking distance if you have difficulty getting in the water off the lava rocks. The snorkling was really good and water is calm enough even for modest swimmers. The house is charming with old school Hawaiian charm. It's perfect for large families or groups of friends. We spent all our time on the ample sized outdoor covered deck and large grass back yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T., Kihei

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

Lovely Kama'aina Property, perfect for privacy and enjoyment

What a lovely home in a beautiful and peaceful location, right on the water near Makena Landing. Plenty of space inside and outside. The covered lanai, side patio and front lawn provide many relaxing options. We watched sunset and the stars. What a view! The steep driveway is not for the faint of heart however once out of the car this property is stunning and welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

steven d.

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

paradise stay in maui

The property was great. Nice sized rooms. Located on low rock ledge over looking ocean. Several beaches minutes walk from house. Great area for diving snorkeling, kayaking and paddle boarding. Great back yard with nice lawn for kids to play and adults to watch the beautiful views and sunsets. Large covered patio on back of house with lights and ceiling fans where we talked and played games at night. Great location for a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

donna m., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for multiple families

The house is perfectly situated on Makena Bay if you love snorkeling. It is right on the water with the most amazing views. I loved that each bedroom had it's own bathroom. One drawback was that one of the bedrooms has a single and a trundle bed which isn't ideal for a couple. Helen was very responsive and sent me back a make up case I had forgotten. We had a hitch in the beginning but it was settled amicably.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny H.

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

Great Ohana Celebration!

Our family with three adult children and all of their spouses and all of our grandkids, ages 2-14 stayed during the Holiday 'break', 2023. Everything we wanted and needed was right there. Comfort in the house, in the yard, a place to jump into the ocean for the best snorkeling in Maui, a turtle beach within feet of the house, and a small, public beach within 2 minutes walking distance of the house. Plenty of adventure within our little paradise of a property. This is our third time at Makena House. The first was when my son married a Maui girl and arranged for us to stay here. Paradise for the entire Hallagin Ohana!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great house for large groups

A lovely house right on the water. Snorkeled and saw turtles right off the rocks. The kitchen was very well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The beach towels were much appreciated. One thing the description does not mentions is there are a lot of stairs especially if one stays on the second floor. It was not an issue for our group but it is something to keep in mind.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James J.

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

Great casual stay

Amazing location on coast for snorkeling and ocean views, great backyard and back patio. Accommodated our three families reasonably well, as multiple kids (aged 10-21) we’re tired enough to not be bothered by sleeping on foldaway foam pads on the floor. Kitchen and grill worked well for us, and we ate indoor/outdoor. A/C units in each bedroom kept sleeping temps okay, but little cross ventilation beyond ceiling fans. We came to Maui for the outdoors and activities, and this house was a perfect landing point for us. Not fancy, but functional and well kept.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ashley b.

Perfect location for beautiful views!

Our two families of 4 adults and 5 children had an amazing stay at Lu’uwai’s Makena house. Some of our favorite things about the property were being so close to the ocean, the large/private backyard and spectacular views. A big plus was not having to travel to find an area for snorkeling. There is access right off the rocks to snorkel and view large sea turtles and colorful fish. From there, it’s a short swim to a sandy beach area. We chose to stay in most nights to catch beautiful sunsets and cookout on the large grill. The house is close to Big Beach, The Shops at Wailea, food trucks and upscale restaurants. We would book this property again. Thank you, Helen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Helen Luuwai

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Married into the family of this stunning property in the late 1950s. Raised our 3 boys on Maui and worked in local government for 14 years.

We purchased the property from a family member and have operated our piece of paradise for 18 years as a vacation rental.

Please see the family history information on our website.

Why they chose this property

There are stunning views of Molokini and Kaho'olawe islands and sometimes Lanai from the property. We have a great location that is close to dining, shopping and activities.

What makes this property unique

This is one of the last properties owned by a Hawaiian family and has been passed down through the generations since the late 1870s.

Our family's roots go back over a hundred years and we operate this vacation rental in order to continue our family's ownership of it and to make it available for local cultural events as well as our visitors from around the world.

Languages:

English, Japanese

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