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Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118

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Living area
Living Room
Dining Area
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wailuku, HI
  • Maui Ocean Center
    12 min walk
  • Maalaea Harbor
    16 min walk
  • Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge
    6 min drive
  • Kahului, HI (OGG)
    17 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118


Kanai A Nalu (“Gentle Breeze”) is located in Maalaea; a place often called “Maui’s best kept secret”. Our condo is direct OCEANFRONT, BEACHFRONT! You simply cannot get any closer to the ocean than our beautifully upgraded, ground floor unit!

From the lanai, gaze out and watch the sun rise over Haleakala (House of the Sun), the long dormant 10,000 foot volcano. Watch green sea turtles bobbing up for air and rolling in the surf, even sunning themselves on the beach. In the winter months (Nov-April) you will have a front row seat to breaching whales as they come back to the islands to give birth and nurse their young in the warm Hawaiian waters. In the summer months during a good south swell, you can watch surfers on the legendary surf break “Freight Trains”, one of the world’s fastest surfable waves.

Brew yourself a cup of freshly ground Kona coffee and make up a plate of local papaya, mango and bananas and sit out on the lanai with the Pacific Ocean just steps away. Why settle for less when you’ve come all this way to experience paradise?

You may find that a week (or even a month) is not enough time to fully appreciate this place. We welcome long-term renters, retirees and snowbirds to come and stay awhile!
Kids are welcome too: we provide the playpen, highchair and beach toys. They’ll love swimming in the complex pool and picking bananas from the tree right beside the lanai!

Be one of the first to enjoy our recently remodeled ground floor 2 bed, 2 bath condo. Travertine floors throughout, new granite countertops and all new furnishings. Details are important to us, that is why we transported unique lighting fixtures thousands of miles in our suitcases and made custom accent bedding and pillows for the bedrooms. We’ve installed some great perks like electric blinds, plantation shutters and a wine cooler. Even the things that may not be noticeable like quality fixtures, nice doors and a good quiet garbage disposal all work together to create a luxurious feeling.
On top of that we filled the space with original local art from Maui artisans. In the living room, we have showcased the beautiful fine art photography of Christopher Eagan (Lahaina). In the kitchen we had 2 large custom tile mosaics crafted by Makena Tile. In the master bath, a floor to ceiling bamboo design in etched tile by Janie Aldrige.

The Master Suite is truly a oceanfront retreat, with a King sized platform bed, flat screen TV and decadent white bedding with custom accent pillows. The Master bath is luxurious with a huge walk-in shower and double vanities with wall to wall mirrors reflecting all the beautiful surroundings and ocean views.
Before bed, take one last look at the moonlight shimmering on the Pacific and fall asleep listening to the rhythmic sound of the surf.
The guest bedroom has 2 Tommy Bahama styled twin beds with gel foam mattress toppers, clean crisp white bedding and custom made accent linens made from vintage Alfred Shaheen (the man behind the iconic Hawaiian Shirts) fabrics. The bedroom also has a small flat screen TV with cable and a cooling ceiling fan.

The kitchen of our condo is well equipped for those who want to cook and Kanai A Nalu has a BBQ area near the heated pool located in the center of the complex.
Our unit offers guests free long distance within the US and Canada as well as secure, high speed WiFi. 42” Flat screen TV with cable.
Maalaea’s trade winds provide a cooling breeze that keeps the temperatures just right, although we have a timer controlled A/C in the living room just in case.

We provide the beach toys, snorkel sets, boogie boards, skim board, sand toys & beach chairs...so grab some toys and explore your eco-diverse surroundings. Amazing boogie boarding, paddle boarding and snorkeling right in front of our unit!
20 steps off the lanai, and your toes are in the sand of one of Maui’s longest beaches. 4 miles of secluded sand to walk, run and beachcomb. You won’t find any crowds though because access to the beach is protected from the road by the bird-filled-ponds of Kealia Wildlife Refuge. It is so amazing to walk this beach and literally feel like you have it all to yourself!

A 5 minute walk in the opposite direction takes you to Maalaea Harbor where you will find a small grocery store, deli, craft market, restaurants and the Maui Ocean Center (Maui’s #1 tourist attraction), the Pacific Whale Foundation, miniature golf, shopping and most of the ocean activities available on Maui (sunset dinner cruises, deep sea fishing, snorkeling tours & whale watching).
Centrally located Maalaea, makes getting anywhere on the island easy. 15 minutes from the airport, a 5 minute drive south and you are in the long village of Kihei and a bit further, the ritzy resorts of Wailea. Twenty minutes to the west is the old whaling village of Lahaina, with it’s magnificent Banyan Tree and shopping galleries. You couldn’t be in a better location to explore all Maui has to offer.

We would love to share our getaway with you. It gives us great pleasure to have others experience the exquisite gem that is Maui. Its setting, its rain forests, mountains, beaches, upcountry adventures and the underwater world to explore, make Maui truly magical!
Contact us today to book your perfect place in Paradise!




Property manager

Todd & Cindy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 Fine
Additional fees will come out of damage deposit to cover extra cleaning costs if the condo takes more time to restore than a typical turnover.

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
Property Registration Number TA-128-282-8288-01, 2380140040018, GE-128-282-8288-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maalaea

Located in Wailuku, this condo is on the beach. Maalaea Harbor and Kahili Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Maui Nui Botanical Gardens. Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wailuku, HI

What's nearby

  • Maui Ocean Center - 12 min walk
  • Maalaea Harbor - 16 min walk
  • Maalaea Beach - 6 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 20 min drive
  • Wailea Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nalu's South Shore Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maui Tropical Plantation - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Da Kitchen - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Upgraded, Beachfront, Ground Floor....Dream Vacation!!! #118 located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of West Maui Mountains and Maalaea Harbor. Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely—amazing view!
This was a great place to stay. The condo’s location was perfect and the view out the patio doors was amazing. We had a wonderful stay in Maui—a perfect spot for our 50th wedding anniversary!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect condo to celebrate our anniversary
We had never been to Hawaii so decided it was the place to go to celebrate our 50th anniversary. This spacious condo was perfect. It was in a great location to get to different parts of the island. It had an awesome view of the water. We enjoyed sitting on the first floor Lanai and watching the waves, the surfers, and the sea turtles. It had everything we needed including beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and towels. It was a short walk to a nice beach that even had some shade trees.The bed was very comfortable. The unit was very clean and well stocked with items we could use. It was nice to be able to turn on the air conditioner when we needed it. Cindy and Todd were very easy to communicate with. Mahalo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeanandCarolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, lovely space
We gave this stay as a gift to our son and family. Their report was that the location was perfect, the beach was just steps away (and they did get to see and experience the turtles right from the beach. They said it was a beautiful place, comfortable and spacious. They enjoyed it immensely which made my husband and I very happy! Additionally, I was the one communicating with the hosts along the way as arrangements were being made. They were just incredible!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Second time staying here and would love to come again! Very comfy unit with everything you need. Only needed AC in living room once while there. Other times the nice trade winds kept us cool. Keeping the windows open and listening to the waves crashing was relaxing. Sitting on the lanai watching the blue ocean waters and turtles bobbing was awesome. Having the beach just steps away was amazing. I can’t recommend this place enough. Cindy and Todd thought of everything to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible! Mahalo!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Well Furnished Condo
My wife and two of our older granddaughters had a great time at this property and Maui. Although there is no beach accessible immediately in front of the condo, the view is fabulous and....you only have to go less than 100 yards to miles of open beach. Many great walks and water activities were enjoyed along this building free beach. The condo was well furnished and pantry stocked with every essential. Instructions/information were excellent. Great communication with the property host (Cindy). Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So close to the water… we almost got sprayed 😉
The property is so close to the water that we could hear and see every wave crash which made for awesome coffee in the morning. By opening the window at night, the sound made a relaxing night’s sleep. The property is located centrally to everything in Maui. We were 30 minutes or less from almost everything we wanted to do. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Property was nice, great location. Loved being on the lower level so no lugging stuff up and down steps. Very close to a beach. The only complaint is the kitchen silverware drawer could have been a little cleaner also base of master shower. But neither were horrible…just needed some attention. Overall we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable family condo
Stayed here for 9 nights with my husband and two adult children. Loved sitting on the patio and looking at the ocean. The beach chairs, boogie boards, snorkel gear and skim board were so convn
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

jan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Dishwasher wouldn’t work … extreme noice from toilet
Beautiful decoration .. but needs new mattress in master bedroom ..
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical Paradise
Wake up each morning to the sound of the waves after sleeping on a very comfortable mattress and step outside to watch the sunrise over the mountain with its reflection on the ocean. This condo is beautifully decorated and ocean front. The location is perfect. Having twin beds that were comfortable was perfect for my daughters. And I appreciated that they had their own bathroom. We loved being on the ground floor and walking out from the lanai to the beach or pool. We wish we had several more weeks here.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Unbeatable views. Loved watching turtles eating along the shore and the whales in the bay. Convenient location to everything. Kitchen was well stocked along with the bathrooms. The patio was our favorite hangout. It was nice being on lower level for loading and unloading. Decor was beautifully done. It was nice we could drop our groceries and suitcases before the condo was ready. Thank you for sharing your Maui home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unit!
This condo is in an absolutely perfect location to explore all of Maui. It sits at the western end of Ma’alea Bay on a residential street, along with six or seven other small condo buildings. As a result, the area is quiet and very private, but you can access a 5 mile long, sandy Beach by walking down the seawall at the building, or taking a three minute walk to the end of the road where the state park begins. We walked the beach, as well as the adjacent nature preserve, every day. Every day we sat on our lanai and watched the whales, jumping in the bay. It was absolutely incredible. We also walked to the little market area that surrounds the Maui Ocean Center every day for ice cream. The unit itself is wonderful. Beautifully decorated, more than adequately stocked with everything. The bed in the master bedroom is incredibly comfortable, the towels and linens are soft, in the shower in the master bathroom is incredible. We highly recommend this unit and would absolutely stay there again on our next trip to Maui.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful condo in an amazing location. Please was so clean and well stocked. Loved the whale watching, sunsets and listening to the ocean. Would love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central location with unbeatable view
We stayed at the McKenna condo for 10 nights and it was very well equipped with everything we needed for a great stay. You cannot beat the view in addition with being on the ground floor, we loved it. The ocean is right there and falling asleep to the waves crashing every night was so relaxing. The complex was busy but we never had any noise issues and there was always plenty of space to spread out at the pool and beach. Todd and Cindy were quick to respond to any questions or issues we had. It was a great stay, thank you for hosting us!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic ground floor truly oceanfront condo!
Beautifully decorated ocean front condo. Super convenient starting place for all Maui destinations. Excellent beginner snorkeling at lava rocks just to the left of the condo.Walking distance to delicious pizza, ice cream cookie sandwiches, coffee food truck & great happy hour!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kallie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Relaxing Stay
I cannot say enough about the hospitality of the McKenna's and all of the thoughtful details in their lovely condo - well appointed and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Perfectly situated in Central Maui and next to Maalaea Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo and location
We have been fortunate enough to be able to come to Maui more than a few times, staying in Kanai a Nalu and also neighbouring condos. This one is just perfect. So nice inside and decor and location is ideal. Will be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Maui Vacation
The lising photos do not do jusice to the condo. The furnishings and decor are exceptional, yet the condo is very comfortable and felt like home. The kitchen was well stocked for meal prep. Although Maui is going through a tough time, there were no shortage of things to do and we went on several excursions. The condo is centrally located which made travel to events simple. There are a few shops, restaurants, boating excursions, and the Maui Ocean Aqrarium at the Maalaea Harbor which are within walking distance from the condo. Although there is a sea wall directly in front of the condo, the access to the beautiful beach is only steps away with great swimming, snorkeling, and long beach walks available. The condo is stocked with beach equipment making beach days very enjoyable. We were sorry to leave but definitely will be back. Thanks Todd and Cindy for sharing your beautiful condo and for all the valuable communication leading up to and during our stay.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 - Hawaii Trip 3/3 - Maui
The third island of our trip was Maui and we rented Cindy & Todd's apartment. The very high quality and lovingly furnished apartment is definitely significantly higher than the standard. The very understanding landlords are easy to reach and respond to questions very promptly. Beach equipment such as chairs, boards and snorkeling equipment are available for use. A late check out would have been possible without additional costs as there was no direct re-letting. Unreservedly recommended! Mahalo & Aloha. Michael with family
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Ma’alaea!
Staying in this beautiful oceanfront condo made our first trip to Maui a wonderful stay. The unit was more than adequately supplied with everything to meet basic needs which as a frequent traveling family, we don’t always see. The central location made it so easy to get out and adventure in Maui’s beautiful environment. The beach chairs, boogie boards, towels and snorkel gear were such gifts to utilize while we stayed. Thank you for making this trip easy and memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a wonderful Maui vacation
We just spent 2 weeks at this condo. It was the perfect home away from home. The location was central for all of our Maui adventures. The condo is beautifully appointed, and had everything we needed. Plenty of beach toys, a great kitchen and beautiful views. And a huge plus… the beds were super comfy. We would not hesitate to book this wonderful condo again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Trip
We had a wonderful time celebrating our 30th anniversary. The condo was beautiful and equipped with absolutely everything. It was so relaxing being right on the water. The location was very centrally located and easy to get to everything in Maui. We watched the sunrise every morning.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Already booked for next year!
I wanted the perfect place for my family to seek solidarity and solace after many trying months. I find it here! Todd and Cindy have put their heart and soul in offering the perfect lodging for families to come together and feel the Aloha spirit. Everything was clean and tidy, it was tastefully arranged with island vibe furniture and decor. The beds were comfy. The tile work was beautiful. After visiting many spots on the island I recognized the local artwork hanging on the walls! Sitting on the lanai, drinking coffee, listening to the waves crash while turtles bobbed in the surf gave you that ahhhh feeling. We never needed the a/c but still nice to know it was an option. Everything was stocked except body soap but we brought our own. The kitchen had all the spices, condiments and even bottled water the previous vacationers left. The unit was quiet, the neighbors were friendly. The extremely short walk and step over a rope to the beach was fantastic. Someone with mobility issues would not be able to access the beach though. We snorkeled and kids had fun boogie boarding in the surf. I loved that Maalaea was centrally located to all the major hotspots like Kihei/Wailea, Kaanapali and Paia. Within a 20-30 min walk is the harbor with some cute shops, 2 restaurants and the Maui Ocean Center. Tantè’s Happy Hour Mai Tai’s $3.50!! We loved this condo! We got “Maui’d” as well! Thank you for of the hard work you put forth to make all of our vacations memorable 🌺
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect ocean front condo
Beautiful condo with amazing decor, location and amenities! The owners were amazing to work with and everything was just as described. We will definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway for our family!
Wow! This condo has it all! We had a wonderful time & will return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Todd & Cindy

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We are Todd and Cindy McKenna and we live in a small mountain town in the beautiful Northwest. Todd has a backround in travel, owning a travel agency for about 10 years. We both have a passion for good design and decor. We have combined our talents and interests to bring together this beautiful place in paridise. A place we enjoy vacationing in, and sharing with our guests. It is our desire to provide an incredible vacation experience in Maui.

Why they chose this property

After spending years coming to Maui we have been blessed to have found such a perfect property for our family to vacation for many years to come! It has everything we ever dreamed of in a vacation property, oceanfront on a long sandy beach. Great snorkeling and boogie boarding right outside our door! We also love the fact that our unit is ground level so the "living space" just expands right out into the grass, just 15 steps to the sand!

What makes this property unique

We are still pinching ourselves over the location of our property, this beach can't be beat for natural, undestirbed beauty! There are rare hawksbill turtles that come up and lay their eggs on this portion of Maui beach. Sea Turtles abound here, in fact on our 7 year old daughter's very first snorkeling experience (right in front of our unit)she was able to see a green sea turtle, an eel as well as beautiful colored fish along the reef. She hardly wanted to come up for air!!!
The whale activity is very high here in this bay! We've stayed in many areas of Maui but have never seen such close whale activity. During our renovations this winter, Todd was standing on the beach watching a whale slap it's tail and could literally feel the thump under his feet!

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