OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui. - Kihei

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Panoramic Views of the ocean and Kaho`olawe, Molokini, Lana`i & Sunsets

Oceanview from Living room, Kitchen, Lanai. Binoculars for whale watching.

Charley Young Beach is 11 minute ocean walk from Island Surf.

New appliances, new floor, arched entry, crown molding, 6th floor.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Kihei, HI

Kalama Beach Park
1 min walk
Maui Fish Pipe
2 min walk
Kihei Town Center Shopping Center
13 min walk
Kahului, HI (OGG)
24 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui.

Amazing Ocean Views from from the moment you enter.

Top 6th floor: free Wifi, 65” TV, King Koa Wood Bed, new stainless steel appliances, Keurig coffee machine, washer dryer in unit.

No worries about parking - walk across street to the beautiful Charlie Young Beach, ‘The Cove’ beach, Kalama Park (look for turtles along the oceanview path). Next door to South Maui Gardens, (‘Maui’s Hidden Oasis’): 13 Maui's best food trucks in tropical setting featuring Luaus, Hula shows, Comedy Shows, Farmers Market and free movie night.

Walk to ‘The Triangle’ South Maui's entertainment center, open air markets, restaurants, bars, local shops and live music.

Property manager

Ligia Davila

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Pool

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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New table for extra seating, light and bright!

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Rental agreement must completed. International Guests agree to pay Ligia Davila VRBO’s fees. Guests agree to cover VRBO’s Payment Processing Fees.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

Property Registration Number GE-107-344-6912-01, 390030010076, TA-107-344-6912-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kihei

Located in Kihei, this condo is near the beach. Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum and Bailey House Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kihei Kalama Village and Kihei Town Center Shopping Center. Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

Kihei, HI

What's nearby

Maui Fish Pipe - 2 min walk
Kamaole Beach Park - 15 min walk
Maui Nui Golf Club - 5 min drive
Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 7 min drive
Wailea Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

Kahului, HI (OGG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kihei Caffe - ‬20 min walk
‪Kihei Caffe - ‬3 min walk
‪Tradewinds Poolside Cafe - ‬14 min walk
‪Paia Fish Market South Side - ‬4 min walk
‪Three's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui. have a pool?

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

Is OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEANVIEW PENTHOUSE - ISLAND SURF - Heart of South Maui. located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is steps away from Kalama Beach Park and Maui Fish Pipe. Kihei Kalama Village and Cove Park are also within 10 minutes.

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

26 May 2024

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

10 Plus

Great Condo located in the heart of Kihei. Beaches, parks, shops, restaurants and bars. Great view of ocean with swimmers, surfers and snorkelers. Our hosts, Ligia and Mike couldn’t have been better. Our first nite we had problems with the TV set. The next morning they showed up with a brand new 65 inch set. Ligia would text every few days to check if all was well and see if we needed anything. Great hosts, great Condo!

Stayed 42 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

M H.

11 Feb 2024

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

Great view and location

The best features of this property is location and view. I think this is the only 6 story building in the area and is designed with all units to have an ocean view. Since this unit is on the top floor, the ocean view was the best! We enjoyed watching surfers, both experienced and beginners in surf school, from our lanai. The location is adjacent to shops, restaurants, and bars. The building lower level has shops including a great deli and a convenience store.it also has good off street parking. The owner was very responsive to questions or problems we had.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda F., Prosser, WA

18 Oct 2023

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

Great Place close to everything

Ligia was very helpful and responded back when we needed help. The location was perfect, view was great, and the building was quiet and peaceful.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark S.

30 July 2023

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

Ideal for us

The location and the unit were ideal for our circumstances.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The owner is very responsive to all your needs. She starts you off with a great introduction to the locale. When you arrive there is a bottle of wine and 2 glasses chilling in the frig. Unit is newly refurbished and tastefully decorated. Kitchen is the best equipped I've ever seen. Espesso machine! WITH COFFEE. Parking is secure and easy. Surfboard rental and beach right accross the street.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

3 Apr 2023

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

Great location!

The view of the beach from this property is fantastic! The property is conveniently located close to restaurants, stores, the beach, etc. Ligia was a great host who responded to our requests in a timely manner. We would definitely rent this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Siveryan B.

24 Feb 2023

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

Decent place, but...

Pros: *The place is good enough for two. *Had "boogie boards", beach chairs and snorkeling stuff available on deck that we used. Didn't see a sign saying we couldn't, so we helped ourselves. *Mostly is as advertised. The walk across the street to the tiny beach didn't bother us. *Little store right below the rooms, around the corner, had drinks, snacks and trinkets available, if need be. Cons: *Some review may have mentioned a loud AC (if I remember correctly), that is true. I like to chill watching TV in the evenings after a long day. Had to turn up the volume to hear over the AC. *Shower curtain was dirty from the inside of the tub, upon arrival. Used one of their washcloths to clean it up best we could for the stay. *Hairs on the bathroom wall upon arrival. *Host is extreme about turning off AC when not in room. We stepped out one day and received a text from host about us having not shut off the AC. Felt weird, as if we were being watched, and I said so over text. She replied that they dropped off a dish scrubber and found the AC on. I replied I DIDN'T ASK FOR A SCRUBBER. Either way. Super weird. She told me how expensive the electricity is in Maui, etc. Well, too bad, but I'm from Alaska. When I get back to my room, after a hot day out, I don't want to wait 2 hours for a noisy AC to chill my room in order to get comfortable. My advice: Regardless of the electricity prices, but breathing down my neck because of the AC ruined it for me. If she stops that controlling trait, she will get better reviews. In fact, I was going to ignore the unclean shower curtain and hair on wall stuff, but after my frustration of feeling "snooped" on without asking for a scrubber, I decided to give my honest review. I know she tries hard, but sometimes you just have to let your guests be, unless they ask for your service. The silly scrubber thing really felt like it was her excuse just to check up on us. Note: Not the host's fault, but when the TV wasn't working for a day, she did a decent job in making an effort to resolve the issue and gave us access to another form of entertainment through an app, meanwhile.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Prescott, WI

22 Feb 2023

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

Excellent!

If your looking for a location that is within walking distance to anything you will want, this is it! It is very busy due to the location, but the beach, Saltwater Café with organic and fabulous gluten free options was priceless for us. The unit is adorable, nicely kept and cozy. Wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle D.

16 Feb 2023

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

Good stay with a few hiccups

The property was in a good location and was easy to get into. The property manager was incredibly responsive when we had an issue but the rental was not cleaned very well.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

26 Jan 2023

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

Perfect place in Kihei

This condo was perfect. Starting with a beautiful condo with an owner that setting it up perfectly for amazing vacation. There were benoculars to see the whales from the lanai as well as chairs to use at the beach. She's thought of everything. Add to that the location is perfect with a beautiful view and walking distance to so many of our favorite restaurants. Thank you for an awesome visit. We'll be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

9 Jan 2023

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

Excellent property - host very accommodating and gave lots of helpful hints for the area.

See above

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

1 Jan 2023

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

Best Hub for Fun

Paddle boarding and surfing right across the street, great food and bars within 2 blocks, shopping nearby, deli and convenience store in the building—everything was at our disposal at this cute condo with great sunset views. Owner was helpful and provided plenty of insight for our trip to Kihei! Great time!!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

john o., Fredericksburg, Virginia

29 Nov 2022

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

Anniversary

The property was in a great location within Kihei. It was close to the airport and many restaurants and shops. Located across the street from a wonderful park and small beach area which was great for swimming and surfing. I would definitely recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Linda R., Oregon

21 Nov 2022

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

Nice unit, busy area

This unit, on the 6th floor of the Island Surf condos, was very comfortable for us. Everything was neat and tidy when we arrived. The bed was comfortable and there was a large sectional couch in the living area for spreading out and watching TV. The kitchen was well stocked ... esp. with things I usually forget to pick up at the store, like coffee filters and salt & pepper. The small balcony was great ... so nice to have breakfast out there while watching people learn to surf at Cove Beach. Opening the balcony door and the bedroom windows provided a nice cross-breeze on windy days so we didn't use the A/C at all. The only drawback to this unit was that it is close to busy Kihei Street so you get traffic noise all day long ... and of course some people have to gun their motors or play loud music in their cars. It you were hoping to hear the lap of waves and wind in the palms, this may not be the place for you. On the other hand, it is convenient to a number of shops and eateries, including an extensive food truck park just up the street, and is across the street from Kalama Park. Ligia was a very responsive manager and answered our questions promptly.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine M., Long Beach, USA

30 Oct 2022

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

Great location & condo

The unit had everything we needed. I stay in rentals regularly in Kihei and this one had some special touches that I found beneficial. Seasonings & coffee stocked, binoculars to catch some whales. Great sunset view and close to the usual places I eat and grab coffee. Lidia was a fabulous host and we had no issues with our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

23 Oct 2022

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

Anniversary stay

We stayed here for our Anniversary trip to Maui. Place is very nice with amazing views.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

7 Oct 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

We booked three nights at this property. It had a great view of the ocean. We discovered mold in the air conditioner as well as ants and fleas in the kitchen. We contacted the property host about the air conditioner but a replacement would not be available until after our stay would be complete. We left early after 2 of three nights due to poor air quality from the moldy Air conditioning system as well as the ants and fleas we discovered in the kitchen. I contacted the owner a couple of times to request a refund only for the night we did not stay. I sent them a photo of the moldy air conditioner. The owner refused to refund the night we did not stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade D.

2 July 2022

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

Great Place to Stay

The location of this property was great! The unit was clean and accurately pictured in the listing. The property manager was great to work with and super easy to communicate with. I would stay here again when visiting Maui.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

30 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great view! Nice balcony. Comfortable bed. Boogie boards, snorkel equipment, beach chairs, and beach towels available in unit for guest use. Very close to casual restaurants and shopping.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Leif M.

25 May 2022

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

Good home base for exploring Maui!

Ligia was a fantastic host: communicative, welcoming, and accommodating. The Island Surf condos are in a great location for exploring South Maui, and a pretty central location for longer excursions to other parts of the Island. Being able to walk to Charlie Young and Kamaole 1 was a big plus. Unit is comfortable, but a little rough around the edges and could use some updates.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

9 May 2022

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

Best location

The unit was perfect for my stay; it had everything I needed, the view was amazing, it was centrally located to everything, and Ligia was always available if needed. Can't wait to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 May 2022

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

Great location, view, condo

The location is great, walk to restaurants, Kamala Park across the street and a great view from the lanai balcony. While the building is older, it is well kept and this condo, the owner has decorated very well. The owner is very responsive to any questions, check in process was easy. I would stay here again!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Craig

18 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The penthouse felt like having a home away from home but in this case we could see and hear the ocean. I would recommend this rental to anyone.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sarah D., North Vancouver, BC, Canada

5 Apr 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

In need of a major clean and updates!

The condo is quite old with no updates and the cleanliness of the place needs a lot of close attention by the host! The location is great, across from the beach with many shops around, although it is quite noisy at night with street traffic, especially if you have a guest sleeping on the pull out couch in the living room. The pull out couch is extremely dirty, my guest opted for the blow up bed we requested. The air conditioners in the bedroom and living room were both old and in need of updating as they don't put out much cool air and they cut in and out constantly - at minimum, changing the filter would probably help. Highly suggest paying a bit more for a newer, cleaner, updated, well maintained place, than staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

18 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The ocean view was spectacular—more of a south west view with the surf shop below and across the street. You need to walk to the beach park across the street to see the sunset, however the walk is worth it. The house was stocked with coffee and an excellent espresso and coffee maker. It had all the amenities for cooking as well as spices and condiments. We used InstaCart for whatever else we needed. The Bose radio was enjoyable and a nice extra touch. There’s beach chairs, a cooler and plenty of towels for a beach day. The unit had AC—nice after a day in the sun. Upon our arrival, we found a chilled bottle of wine for our anniversary. Mahalo

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ligia Davila

Hands on owner and permanent resident. Owner lives, works and has loved Maui since 1971.

Why they chose this property

Amazing Ocean Views from Penthouse From the moment you enter. Enjoy gorgeous Maui sunsets, watch surfers (whales during season) while enjoying coffee, cocktails, pupus (Hawaiian appetizers), meals from lanai on outside table and 2 chairs.

Across the street is and Kalama State Park, The Cove, and beautiful Charlie Young Beach. Enjoy watching surfers, turtles, whales during season, and benches, picnic tables Pavilions on acres of green lawn with the convenience of public showers, bathrooms.

Guests don’t have to worry about finding parking (many guests do not feel the need to rent a car for their whole stay) beaches across and Kalama Park across the street, next to restaurants, Food trucks, local shopping, Hula Shows, Luaus, live performances and entertainment.

What makes this property unique

Owner is hands on lives on Maui since 1971. Owner lives and has loved Maui since 1971.
Hands on owner and permanent resident. The Island Surf is located in the heart of Kihei. Across from The Cove and Charley Young beach and Kalama State Park. Next to South Maui Gardens: food trucks, Blue Door Bakery, and Thursday Farmers Market. “The Triangle” is a five minute walk to shopping, restaurants Three‘s bar and Grill, Kihei’s Paia Fish Market. Kihei Caffe, live performances & entertainment, bars and "happy hour” specials.