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Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy.

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Palm Cottage - a cute cottage in a serene setting with coastal ocean views.
Palm Cottage and attached carport
Open plan living with a dedicated work desk space if you're working remotely.
Living room is open to the kitchen and dining area.  Dedicated desk area, too.
A beautiful sunset from Tranquil Palms
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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Haiku-Pauwela, HI
  • Popular LocationHaiku Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTwin Falls7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHookipa Beach Park10 min drive
  • AirportKahului, HI (OGG)24 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy.

Relax & enjoy the peace & quiet, coastal ocean views, lush tropical setting & complete privacy at your modern cottage with private lanai.

Palm Cottage is ideal for a quiet vacation, honeymoon or just a peaceful getaway. Come to quiet, rural Maui to get away from the crowds; yet only a few minutes drive from shops, restaurants & beaches. Our lovely 2-acre property, with seasonal fruit for you to enjoy, is all about peace, quiet & tranquil serenity. Fully licensed & permitted as a B&B.

Palm Cottage is a spacious rental cottage with a large kitchen / dining area / living room open floor plan and plenty of room to spread out and relax. The two bedrooms are on either side of the bathroom to allow for privacy. There's a dedicated workspace desk if you are working remotely, or just need to catch up on email. Enjoy coastal ocean views from the living room, bedroom 1 and the lanai. Our lovely 2-acre property, with seasonal fruit for you to enjoy, is all about peace, quiet & tranquil serenity.

A peaceful, clean, getaway perfectly located in the bucolic Maui countryside away from the crowds. You’ll experience the sounds of wind in the trees, tropical birdsong and native wildlife including laughing geckos and chuckling chickens. Enjoy the clear skies; sun, rainbows and showers by day, stars, moon and milky way by night.

We’re perfectly located near the start of "The Road to Hana" for you to explore beautiful Maui, and also within an easy drive of Haleakala Crater for another great day trip, sunrise or sunset. A great location for hiking, waterfalls, beaches, shopping and restaurants in Haiku, Pa'ia and Makawao and so much more....

The full kitchen (fridge/freezer, electric range, sanitizing dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave, kettle, all dishes and utensils) has everything you need to cook for meals in. There's a propane grill outside as well. The spacious great room with comfy seating and smart TV is open to the kitchen. Both bedrooms have air-conditioning. There are ceiling fans in all rooms for added breeze and a whole-house cooling fan. There is also a full-size Samsung washer/dryer for your private use.

Your private lanai is a perfect place for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine or dinner while gazing across the lush setting to the ocean. Comfy dining seating for four is provided on the lanai. There is also a dining table for four inside should you choose.

Palm Cottage is located on 2 acres with numerous fruit trees for you to pick fruit (depending on what’s in-season). Citrus, Avocado, Lychee, Guava, Papaya, Bananas, Cherries and more besides.

Breakfast: We provide packaged snacks and breakfast food items for you to have a self-catered light-island breakfast at the time of your choosing. Tea and coffee are also provided. The above is meant as a starter supply of breakfast foods to get you going until your first grocery shopping trip. But let us know if you need restocking on any items.

Here are some reviews from our guests:

"We have absolutely loved our time here! Thank you so much for sharing the cottage with us! We are already wanting to come back for another visit."
(K & B, MN, USA)

"It is a magical little place... your work on the cottage to make it so wonderful is to be applauded. Everything is just top notch."
(J & K, WA, USA)

"We prefer the quiet beauty of the countryside. That is what the Oswald's place offered to us. A place to listen to the birds, watch the sunset, and just be."
J & C, AZ, USA

“Everything is wonderful here at the Cottage. We’ve been out every day except for yesterday when we had a delightful time staying in and relaxing. We became great friends with your cottage and wrote to our family and friends at home about it and you! Thanks for making our stay SO perfect.”
J & S, CA, USA

Location: Palm Cottage is a peaceful, rural location to get away from crowds and enjoy nearby waterfalls, hiking and communing with nature, but still close to shops and restaurants. We're about 10 minutes to the nearest beaches (Hookipa, Baldwin, Sprecklesville), great restaurants and 20 minutes from Costco, Walmart and Target in Kahului. If you prefer the South/Central beaches of Kihei they are just a short 30 minute drive away. Jaws Country Store is just 2-minutes from Palm Cottage that also serves to-go food and coffee/smoothies.

Nearby things to do: We’re located near the beginning of “The Road to Hana” and so there’s plenty to do right here. It's a beautiful tropical location, with lush greenery and flowers and impressive waterfalls close by. Twin falls is a short distance away, also Na ili ili-haele Stream & Waterfall and Waikamoi Nature Trailhead. The Gardens in Haiku are nearby and The Garden of Eden Arboretum is a short drive away. There’s great stores and galleries in Paia and Makawao (approx 6 miles each) or visit Haleakala Crater for that once in a lifetime experience.

Whatever you choose to do throughout the day, you can relax on your private lanai (deck) for a peaceful evening to end your day in total privacy.

If you need additional space please see our other VRBO listing at Tranquil Palms, Areca Suite. In the VRBO search bar type in 1430427 and you'll find it.

Minimum renter age: 21.
Well-behaved children are welcome when accompanied by their well-behaved parents looking to share the peace and serenity of Tranquil Palms. :) Children age 10+, please, as the premises have not been child-proofed.

Permit numbers: BBPH 20180002 / SUP2 2018 0001
State Tax Number: TA-051-974-7584-01

Minimum night stay of 3 nights may be available in between booked dates subject to availability. Please contact us if your preferred dates are not available to try our other VRBO listing, Areca Suite. #1430427.

Property manager

Robert and Stephanie Oswald
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children age 10+. Premises are not childproofed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Please inquire if you want to bring a pet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking. Illegal drug use prohibited.
Quiet hours 9pm - 8am. No amplified sound (music, car horn, TV etc ) loud enough to hear outside of the unit.
Guest-completed Online Rental Agreement due immediately upon booking. Children permitted age 10+; parent/guardian must be present at all times.
Quarantine Addendum to Rental Agreement required if premises are to be used for that purpose. Additional Deposit and Cleaning charge may apply.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Haiku

Located in Haiku, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Haleakala Bike Company and Maui Spa Retreat are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kaumahina State Wayside Park and Pua'a Ka'a State Park. Garden of Eden Arboretum and Maui Garden Of Eden - Botanical Gardens & Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Haiku-Pauwela, HI

What's nearby

  • Haiku Park - 5 min drive
  • Twin Falls - 7 min drive
  • Hookipa Beach Park - 10 min drive
  • Kuau Bay Beach - 11 min drive
  • Paia Bay - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jaws Country Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Island Fresh Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kuau Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stopwatch Sportsbar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, Serene & Cute Cottage. Ocean Views & A/C. Near Hana Hwy. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Haiku Park, Twin Falls and Haleakala Bike Company. Hookipa Beach Park and Kuau Bay Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui North Shore Hidden Treasure
Excellent base for exploring and enjoying all that Maui has to offer. Fully equiped, very comfortable and high quality. Super helpful and friendly hosts. I would recommend this cottage to anyone wanting a great location and quality on the Maui North Shore.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great North Shore location!
You can tell Robert and Stephanie take great pride in their VRBO and make sure their guests have a positive experience. This cottage is in a nice quiet neighborhood in Haiku with pretty landscaping and fruit trees abound. We enjoyed the lychee and grapefruit during our time. The kitchen is well stocked for any needs and they also leave some breakfast and snack items with coffee upon arrival. It’s a perfect home base to go exploring all the things to do on Maui, especially with The Road to Hana. There are air conditioning units in the bedrooms which are helpful on the hotter days. Otherwise there is a nice breeze that comes through windows and doors. We have stayed in other areas of Maui but feel a stay here provides a nice laid back experience from the hustle and bustle of the more tourist places. We also have a different perspective given our daughter lives in the area. You can’t go wrong staying at this nice cottage tucked into the beauty of Haiku.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N., Ellicott City, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This house provided the perfect location for driving the road to Hana and making the trip to the top of Haleakala. We enjoyed pizza at Jaws (walkable), breakfast from Baked on Maui (in Haiku),Aloha 'Aina BBQ (food truck nearby), and the breakfast treats and snacks provided by the host. It was an easy drive from the airport too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alyce z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cottage
This property was very peaceful, well cared for and well appointed. Beaches are close by and were not crowded, Hana highway minutes away.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT COTTAGE NEAR BEGINNING OF "ROAD TO HANA"
WONDERFUL PROPERTY. VERY CLEAN AND QUIET. WELL-STOCKED WITH KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND NICE VARIETY OF SNACKS, ETC., INCLUDING COFFEE BEANS AND ALMOND MILK. A/C NOT NEEDED DURING OUR STAY. A SHORT DRIVE TO RESTAURANTS AND GROCERIES. YOU CAN WALK TO "JAWS MARKET" FOR BREAKFAST! DEFINATELY WOULD STAY AGAIN! GREAT WINTER BREAK FOR A COUPLE OF AKRONITES.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, relaxing, and well priced. My family greatly enjoyed our stay. Robert and Stephanie do an excellent job maintaining the property and making guests feel welcome. We loved the location close to the Hana Highway and other Maui attractions such as the upcountry, Haleakala, and the central valley. The cottage was quite spacious and had all the basic kitchen amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, beautiful property!
This was a great stay for us. Very quiet, peaceful property surrounded by lush vegetation and a view of the ocean. Comfortable seating and beds, and very clean. It was so nice to have a welcome package of coffee beans and snacks! Owners communicated flawlessly and were super helpful when we needed them. Really appreciated having beach equipment available, too. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November 2023
Beautiful property in a nice quiet location away from the crowds. Nice location to get a head start on your drive on the Hana Highway. Clean and very well thought out design with everything you need provided. Super help and communication from the owners who are wonderful hosts! Mahalo for a wonderful visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Property was in the perfect location for us to see so many beautiful places.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
clean, spacious and quiet.
Owner was especially good at communicating. Offered useful tips that helped us enjoy our vacation more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M. C., Lihue

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grad Student BDay weekend retreat
Wonderfully comfortable living cottage, with everything you would need! Just bring yourself and some food. Host is "thoughtfully in touch with you" and seems to have thought of everything you would need. Very private. Nearby shops and eateries. Best kept secret.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

G B., Hawkins, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Privacy + Location+ Property + Host
Our second stay at Tranquil Palms. We like it for its privacy, strategic location, quality of the rental home, it’s park like setting and responsive host. An excellent property overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
The perfect house for exploring the windward side of the island. We were grateful for the AC in the bedrooms so we could sleep easily at night after being out and about during the day’s humidity. We loved being right off the Hana highway and the easy access to a drive to Haleakala. Paia just down the road has lovely walkable beaches with visits from turtles in the early morning and afternoon. We also loved Jaws just 2 minutes walk from the house for early morning coffee, lunches and even pizza for dinner. We’d stay here again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, Serene, Cute Cottage. Ocean View and A/C. Near Hana Hwy
Beautiful well maintained cottage with ocean view in a quiet surrounding. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 19 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
Definitely the place to go if you want a quiet getaway! Exploring the premises was an experience unlike any other. Hosts are very thorough and communicative. You must stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Countryside Cottage
Palm Cottage was the perfect stay for our family vacation! The cottage was peaceful, clean and very well appointed. The property was lush with fruit trees just as described. Robert and Stephanie were wonderful hosts with excellent communications. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place to Enjoy Maui
Great place to stay! Super comfortable and cozy. It was a pleasure to stay in an awesome and quaint spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C., Annapolis, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private cottage
After staying in resorts for 13 nights it was nice to stay in this cottage nestled in vegetation on the hillside overlooking the ocean. It was very quiet and we never even saw our hosts although they live on the property. They did respond promptly when we had a problem with a smoke detector. It was especially nice that there were lots of supplies of things you might need and everything was labeled so you didn't have to guess which switch turned on which light etc. I would recommend this cottage highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P., British Columbia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovey cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at Robert and Stephanie's cottage. It was nice to relax, get away from crowds and explore that area of Maui. The cottage is extremely clean, well organized and had lots of kitchen equipment. The book of instructions provided was very detailed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful & peaceful cottage in Paradise
We stayed at the Palm Cottage for 5 nights in February 2023. It was absolutely perfect, inside & outside. The cottage was very clean and well set up and the beds were very comfortable. Robert was very helpful when we had a question about the TV. There were snacks left for us and also breakfast to get started. The carport was convenient during some heavy downpours. We highly recommend the Palm Cottage for your next stay on Maui. It's just off the Hana Highway if you want to travel to Hana & it's also close to Paia, a great place to eat and shop. Excellent in every way!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

D E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage in a quiet location
It was nice to be in such a quiet location compared to the hustle & bustle of the coast. The floorplan is a nice use of space. Nice grounds with avocado & lots of lemons which we ate all week. The owner was incredibly responsive to a couple of requests we had. Overall fantastic communication and smooth logistics.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, but!
Great location and property, host / owners a bit micro managers about everything. I would consider staying again now that I know what to expect.
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxed stay in Maui
Such a great stay and location. The property is comfortable and quiet. The location is close enough to Paia and Haiku and beaches on the north side of the island. Keep in mind the northern facing beaches are not calm in the winter, but great if you want to surf (or just watch). A bit further of a drive to get to the calmer winter beaches in Kihei and Wailea but not too bad a drive through the Central Valley of Maui. Everything you need for the beach is at the unit. We put the boogie boards, beach chairs, and umbrella in our car and brought them everywhere during the entire stay, and used them everyday. Never got to snorkel but there is plenty of gear provided for this too. Robert and Stephanie were gracious hosts. We met them at the beginning of the stay and never saw them again even though they were less than 100 yards away in their residence. They responded very fast to any questions on the Vrbo app. Palm Cottage is secluded and private but part of their large property with citrus and avocado trees galore. The timing wasn’t great for fresh picked produce but we would definitely make this a preferred location if we stay in this area of Maui again. Thanks to both of you (and Ellie) for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica O., Anchorage, AK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We loved our stay at the Palm Cottage. We had fun picking fruit on the property. The lanai was great for our breakfast each morning. And the Jaws store is a quick walk for food and coffee. The location was perfect for exploring around Paia, the road to Hana, and close to Makawao.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

indiana q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upcountry Maui At It's Best
Beautiful and serene cottage on lush green and immaculate property. Far away from the crowds. This is the real old Maui as it should be experienced. The cottage is beautifully appointed, close to Haiku and the gateway to the Upcountry and Haleakala. Also minutes from Paia and the road to Hana. The hosts were responsive and respectful of total privacy. Our experience could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Robert and Stephanie Oswald

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Robert and Stephanie Oswald: Robert is originally from Cleveland, Ohio and Stephanie from England. We met in 1998 on a Caribbean cruise under a total solar eclipse, married in 2001 and relocated to Arizona for 16 years. Many vacations to Maui made it feel like home, and in 2014 we began what would be the 3-year search for our little piece of paradise.

In the Aloha Spirit, we welcome you to share and experience our lovely Tranquil Palms here in Haiku, Maui.

Why they chose this property

Fussy in general and real estate brokers ourselves, it required three years and many house-hunting vacations for us to find this property - that we turned into Tranquil Palms. Such perfect blend of climate (not too hot, not too wet), a lovely coastal ocean view looking west to breathtaking sunsets behind the mountains of Molokai-Isle, an orchard-farm with copious fresh fruit and plenty of room for us and our vacationing Guests. What a great find indeed!

What makes this property unique

The ocean views, the stunning scenery, the lush tropical foliage, the peace and quiet and the tranquil setting. Out in the country, yet just off Hana Highway for easy access to Kahului and Upcountry Maui. Tranquil Palms is a very special place and we're looking forward to sharing it with you, our valued Guest.

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