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A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)

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Heavenly ocean views from our top floor condo. Makena in the left end distance
Watching the boats sail by from our comfortable lanai. Another day in paradise
View from our lanai. In Distance Molokini and Kahoolawe on right. Rain & sun!
Looking out onto lanai & out to ocean with vast uninterrupted views.
Remodeled kitchen with dishwasher, washer/dryer and cooling fan overhead.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Maalaea, HI
  • Place, Maalaea Bay Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maui Ocean Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Maalaea Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)

Location, location, location! Wake up to diamonds sparkling on the ocean top.
Spectacular top floor views of Makena, Molokini crater, and the Island of Kahoolawe. Whales in full view from our lanai during whale season, all while enjoying your morning coffee and fresh island fruits! A short walk down the street brings you to 4 miles of a pristine white sand beach that you can walk along the ocean to North Kihei. Along the walk is the Kealia pond bird sanctuary. Also down our street in the other direction is a 10 minute walk to shops, restaurants, sunset cruises, snorkel & diving trips, whale watching tours, and the world famous Maui Ocean Aquarium. Maalaea is centrally located and convenient to all areas on the island, whether it be the port town of Lahaina, the pristine grounds of Wailea, or rural upcountry. All of these are within 1/2 hour or less drive from our condo. There are also 4 golf courses within a 5 mile radius.
Our condo has been fully remodeled. Tile and wood floors. Bathroom has a walk-in shower. The kitchen has granite counter tops, custom red birch cabinets, new appliances, ice-maker, washer/dryer, and dishwasher.
Large bedroom with comfortable Queen bed.
Fully stocked library of movies to view, games, and books. Free WiFi.
Decorated with some original vintage hawaiian art and tropical decor adds to the appeal.
The rooms have louvered windows (with screens) which allow the breeze to pass through. Ceiling fans in every room and out on lanai. A/C in living room.
Binoculars for viewing the whales when in season and sea turtles, not to mention some of the best surfers right out front.
Beach chairs, small cooler, umbrella, and snorkel gear provided.
Keyless keypad door entry. Assigned parking space.
Grill fresh island fish at one of our 2 gas BBQ's poolside while watching the Maui sunset.
If you've been dreaming about getting away to paradise, our condo is for you. You will not be disappointed - being next to the ocean with vast views and hearing the waves are pure heaven.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
Designated smoking area next to parking area

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties allowed
Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 8:00 am

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2380140150074, GE-003-360-5632-01, TA-003-360-5632-01
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Maalaea

Located in Wailuku, this condo is near a water park and on the beach. Bailey House Museum and Iao Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include La Kahea Community Farm and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and Maui Fish Pipe are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Maalaea, HI

What's nearby

  • Maalaea Bay Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Maui Ocean Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maalaea Harbor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Keawakapu Beach North - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Wailea Beach - 28 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nalu's South Shore Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe O’ Lei - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Da Kitchen - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands) on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$303, 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.

Is A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Slice of Paradise in Oceanfront Condo (Island Sands) located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wailuku condo building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Maalaea Harbor and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge. Maalaea Beach and Maalaea Bay Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Great Spot!

Loved the location and condo thanks for you’re hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith m.

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

Beautiful Views

The condo was in the perfect location for exploring Maui and had beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Enjoyable Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay in this condo. Great location and views. Clean and comfortable, with everything we needed and more. One minor problem was quickly remedied by the owner. Will definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2023
Pleased you enjoyed your stay at our condo. Would be happy to host you again in the future. Aloha, Vicki
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Stress relief

I just spent a wonderful week decompressing and quieting the mind. I already miss the view of the surfers, ocean and islands from your lanai. The pink tone sunsets were beautiful and the night time stars, so bright. Thank you for a restful vacation.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Nice to hear it. That's what we like to do!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Just as advertised

The condo was just as we expected, with everything we need from beach chairs to coolers to a well furnished kitchen. And there was more in Maalaea than we expected. Our only surprise was the wind coming down over the flat part of the island from Kahului (July).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
I’m happy you enjoyed your stay. Yes, the trade winds can be strong at times, but it keeps things cooler during the summer months!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Location and Condo!

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful condo with incredible views. It was perfect for us! We ate some of our meals on the lanai, watching the boats come and go. We also enjoyed watching some very good surfers! We could see the sea turtles bobbing their heads up out of the water, along with schools of manta rays. The comfortable chaise lounge chair on the lanai was appreciated to relax and read a book, or nap on! The breezes kept us cool without needing the A/C, as we would rather listen to the ocean anyway! We like staying away from busy and crowded resorts. This location was peaceful and quiet, yet central to all areas on the island. We will definitely come back and stay here again, only longer!! Susan
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in our condo. Please come back again soon. Whale season is a exciting time to visit too! Much Aloha
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jenna K.

Absolute Paradise!

Morning and afternoons on the fabulous lanais, constant breeze to keep us comfy, thoroughly outfitted kitchen and perfect location for exploring the island. We enjoyed walking the long Ma’alaea beach with no development and lots of shells. The condo was very comfortable and so nicely furnished. We enjoy cooking in and the kitchen had everything we needed. Each room had a ceiling fan which kept the condo cool with no need for A/C. The condo and the complex were very well maintained and the grounds and pool were beautiful. My husband and I like to explore Maui and this condo is right in the heart, allowing us to quickly get to all parts and all activities. We didn’t want to leave – in fact, we didn’t – we extended our stay by 2 days and the owners were very kind to work with us as we changed all our plans – and also as we made our original plans. We only recommend this condo to those who can tolerate fabulous views, comfortable surroundings and sun-filled days that make you never want to leave Maui.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We're happy we met all of your expectations. Please come back and visit. We give our repeat guests a discount! Aloha, Vicki & John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur G.

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

A True Home Away from Home

My husband and I recently spent 10 days in this beautiful condo overlooking the ocean in Maalaea. It’s hard to imagine a better place to stay. The hosts have thought of everything—every utensil, dish, bowl, pot, frying pan, pencil and paper, tote bags, detergent, spices in the food closet , oil, vinegar—you get the idea. We felt as though they did everything in their power to make our stay a good one, and it was. They probably didn’t arrange for us to see the couple of whales we did from their balcony, but it would also not have surprised us to learn they had a hand in it. Returning each evening to the condo was a true respite from our busy days. Sitting on the lanai, watching and listening to the ocean, made for a perfect ending to each amazing day on Maui. The only criticism we can offer is that it made leaving VERY hard. If you are looking for a great place to stay on Maui, you can’t beat this one. Enjoy!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you for your kind review. We are happy you enjoyed our condo during your stay. Would love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

wonderful view and central location!

We really enjoyed our stay last week! the apartment was perfect for the two of us. the view was spectacular and we loved eating breakfast on the lanai in the mornings and watching the surfers. the location was very central and it was so convenient to get around the island from Maalaea. Thanks Vicki and John for sharing this property with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2021
We are pleased you had a nice stay at our condo on Maui. Appreciate your review! Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Decompress

Incredibly wonderful. The place has every personal touch that is needed. The place was impeccably clean with a warm feeling. I know when I come back to this beautiful island where I will be staying.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We love having our repeat guests!
Archival

8/10 Good

bevmethorst@yahoo.ca M.

Lovely condo, great view, well equipped, lovely pool

Owner is wonderful, always accessible, condo has everything you need, great ocean view and very quiet
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lyle and Elaine L.

Islands Sands property is lovely. The grounds are always kept in pristine condition.

We have stayed in Island Sands for the past six years and have found it very comfortable. Everything you need is there. The view is wonderful from the Lania, whales can be seen often. We do like the location, as it is quiet and everywhere you want to go is easily accessible. A walk to the beach or to the harbour is lovely in the morning. Very relaxing I must say! We enjoy the people we meet there at the pool, the coffee party Friday mornings, and also the pupu party on Saturday evening. All in all a great place to stay in paradise.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Nice to have you return to our slice of paradise and that you continue to be our repeat guests. Aloha, Vicki and John
Archival

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn L.

Wonderful stay at this wonderful condo with a spectacular view!

Perfect location away from the crowds for this very comfortable condo! We loved the 7 minute walk to the harbor village of Maalaea and the 7 minute walk to the beach. We spent a lot of time on the lanai eating breakfast each morning, watching the whales in the afternoon and having a glass of wine as the sun set. It was a wonderful vacation!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We are happy you enjoyed yourselves during your stay! Please come visit us again. Aloha Vicki
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Exceeded our expectations!

The condo was clean and it had everything we needed plus more! The view from the lania was perfect to have breakfast and drink our morning coffee. The condo also had a nice breeze that kept us comfortable. We didn't even have to turn the AC on during our stay. The location was perfect for us. We loved our first Maui trip so much! We will definitely be back in the near future!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dawnita G.

Beautiful and peaceful location

I loved my stay in 604. The condo was exceptionally clean and the kitchen was well stocked with essentials. What I loved most was the view from the lanai, watching the waves and rainbows. Really a wonderful place for a peaceful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Glad you loved it!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Great property and management

Perfect stay for bringing in the New Year. Beautiful view of the ocean when you enter the condo, right on the beach. Great amenities and hospitality recommendations. Well managed property with very attentive owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks for your nice review. Happy New Year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jade S.

Super comfy, cozy, and updated condo

My husband and I just stayed at this condo Oct 2015 for 9 days, and it was perfect for us. The location was great, although not many stay in Maalaea Bay. We were able to spend two days on the road to Hana, surfing and shopping in Lahaina, oh and went to the Haleakala crater- so were able to see a lot of the island since the location is so centralized. The trade winds were neat and quickly cooled down the condo during the day. Weather was beautiful and we spent a whole day down at the pool, which was perfect. Even the other condo owners were super pleasant. The bed was ultra comfortable, I loved the lanai, and the kitchen was pretty well stocked with whatever I needed. Overall we made the right choice! I loved the decor, and furnishings and the owners were great too. Thanks for sharing your piece of maui heaven with us.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Dear Jade: We are pleased you were happy with everything during your stay. It is what we wish most for our guests! Much Aloha
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

Honeymoon stay

We enjoyed this property so so much! We stayed here for the first part of our honeymoon and the place was so centrally located, accommodating, and reasonably priced. Both my husband and I wish we would have had our entire Maui stay at this property. We both said "why are we going to a fancy hotel as an "upgrade"?' We truly enjoyed, Vicki was super helpful and answered all questions promptly. Thank you for an amazing experience!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We're happy you enjoyed our condo. Please think of us when you return to Maui for your Anniversary :-) Aloha, Vicki
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anh L.

Mauii Condo

Beautiful view. Great condo. We were so sad we had to leave. Vicki was very helpful from the time we booked the condo to the time we checked out.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Mahalo!, We are happy to hear you enjoyed!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD N. F.

paradise!

Our trip was great! The condo had everything we needed and the veiw was wonderful! We will be coming back!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Glad you had a good time. Come stay with us again soon!
Archival

8/10 Good

Dyer & Sandy D.

Central location with easy access to harbor activities, bus line, and other tourist activities.

This condo fit our needs perfectly and would rate good plus; it is in an older but well maintained, clean building, and nicely landscaped surroundings. The condo has been nicely updated and is fully stocked with everything one needs. The owners are very accommodating. We especially enjoyed the view of the pool area and the ocean. Ceiling fans in all of the rooms kept us very comfortable. This condo is an easy walk to the harbor, bus line, and the beach. It is also centrally located for all tourist activities. We would definitely consider staying here again on future trips. T
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We are pleased you were happy with your stay! We would love to have you as return guests. Aloha, Vicki and John
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Great location .. easy access to anything you might want to do.

We stayed here for 6 nights in March and had a great time. Saw whales from the balcony every day and turtles swimming when we walked to the beach. It's location makes it easy to get to wherever you may want to go.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks for taking some time out during your short vacation to write this review. We are glad you enjoyed yourselves!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

Great Stay

The condo was perfect for our stay: good location, nice view of the ocean, and not surrounded by giant hotel complexes. Pictures of the place were accurate. Everything that you could think of was provided, so it was nice not to have to run to the store for anything. We saw whales from the balcony and the binoculars provided was a really nice touch! Nice restaurants nearby too, surprisingly good pizza place (Porto) that benefits whales is just up the street as an example. Construction in and around the building may be an annoyance for some, but we were just there for the weekend and didn't sleep in on Monday so it wasn't a big deal. Overall, an amazing place to stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for the nice review. We are happy that you enjoyed our condo! Sometimes there are occasional repairs in and around the building. In any respect it's a good sign our building is kept up and in good condition! We would love to have you come back and visit us again! Aloha
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sherry b.

Islands Sands - Amazing Location

We loved every bit of this condo. The location was perfect, as we were a short distance from the waves no matter what part of the island they were on. We travelled the whole island many times over. Central and convenient, we were close to everything we needed. BUT we were not in the middle of the crowds! We had a quiet secluded beach to ourselves most days. The pool was never crowded and it the condo it self was quiet. The views from this condo, words cannot describe. We saw sunrises, sunsets and everything in between. We watched whales every day. A special treat indeed. The condo itself has everything you will need for your vacation. It was clean, well kept and updated. Thanks for all of the information and making this a trip to remember. We will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks for sharing your experience. We are very happy you had a great time and enjoyed staying at our condo. Come back soon!
Archival

8/10 Good

Jan S.

good and not so good

+: tastefully and _very_ well appointed, nice view, balcony has shadow the whole day, well-kept building, no noise from neighbors, cleanliness very good. -: a/c very noisy, timer clock limits use of a/c to one hour (In my view that is _not_ acceptable if you advertise a/c), only street parking (may be a problem in high season) the apartment is exactly on the approach path to Kahului airport so there is aircraft noise, the sleeping room has a very small window, hence it is pretty dark and ventilation is far from optimal (no a/c in bedroom).
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
The A/C unit is brand new, and rarely needed or used. (Most of the condos in our building don't have A/C!) If the window in the bedroom is kept open, and the windows on lanai open, the airflow is sufficient and cooling. There are also overhead fans in every room for good ventilation. There are occasional planes that fly nearby from islands coming from the east depending on flight/air patterns. We are NOT on a flight pattern from planes coming from the mainland. We are temporarily having guests use the street for parking, and it has never been a problem. It is next to our building and there are always spaces. Our parking space in the lot will be available soon.

About the host

Hosted by Vicki and John Stewart

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We are from northern California and recently retired. This has been our part time island get away for the last 23 years. A rental management company had handled our vacation rentals for the last 12 years, and it was rated A+ Superior quality. We are now managing the vacation rental ourselves through VRBO! We hope you will enjoy our Maui home as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the views, the sounds of the ocean, & the central proximity to all island locations. The tropical breezes we get are soothing and cooling. Air conditioning is rarely needed. The grounds surrounding our building are immaculate and filled with beautiful Hawaiian plants and flowers. In our lobby is a welcoming waterfall and small pond filled with koi fish. The back side of our building has the West Maui Mountains in full view. We are on a quiet street that dead ends to a sandy swimming beach with showers and shade trees. It also begins a unobstructed 5 mile sand beach walk into Kihei.
This is a great place to relax and enjoy the beauty of our Maui paradise.
It is very peaceful here - and one of the best kept secrets of Maui!

What makes this property unique

Concierge services on property. Mon-Fri. Mornings until 1:00

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