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Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted

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Plantation style cottage, living area is upstairs, covered deck.
Private and surrounded with fruit trees.
Private kitchen
Cozy living room opening unto covered deck.
View of the ocean and West Maui Mountains from the covered deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Paia, HI
  • Paia Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kuau Bay Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Hookipa Beach Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted

$320/night (+ tax 17.962%)(Permit # CP2001/0018 & HT ID TA-003-079-5776-01 & TMK 2-6-009-008).
Minimum stay 7 nights. Want to stay fewer days? At certain times of the year, or for last minute bookings, we might waive the minimum nights stay. Please don't hesitate to inquire.
Welcome to the North Shore of Maui, Hawaii!
Maui North Shore ocean-view

Maui by the Sea is a beautiful vacation rental - an ideal ocean-view cottage located on an oceanfront property between Paia and Ho’okipa, on Maui's scenic and exciting North Shore. Our two-story cottage has gorgeous views of a sapphire ocean with dancing waves. Simply sit back and relax on the private covered lanai and enjoy the view!

Tropical ambiance with all the comforts of home:

The 500 sq.feet Central Air Conditioned apartment is upstairs (downstairs is the open garage), surrounded by a lovely Hawaiian tropical garden with bamboos, palm trees, gingers, heliconias and fruit trees. The inside is cozy and elegant. A separate bedroom with a queen-sized bed, full bath, and full kitchen complement the layout.

The ocean is your front yard.
The property is ocean front, our home is on the ocean side and the cottage is on the road side. Of course our guests have access to the chairs and table located at the edge of the ocean. No beach access from the property as there are some big rocks sitting in front. But a beach is walking distance from here. Tavares Beach.
Walk out into the front yard (along the owners' house), and watch surfers enjoying the beautiful blue waves! Maui by the Sea's property is located right on the ocean, fronting a popular local surf break. The entertainment never stops!

Your cottage is 150 feet from the ocean. (Access to the water is possible but there is no beach in front of the property; it is a rocky shoreline). A sandy beach is 200 yards from the cottage with access for windsurfing, surfing and snorkeling; or if you wish, just sunbathing on the golden sand.

A short drive down the coast takes you to Baldwin Beach, the nicest beach on Maui's North Shore with long long stretches of white sand, crystal clear water, lifeguards, pavilions, and showers.
TO SEE MORE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS CLICK THE LINK BELOW THE CALENDAR LINK ON THIS PAGE.

Legal permitting

RENT WITH CONFIDENCE

With 25 years of experience, Maui By The Sea has always operated under a legal County of Maui permit and our current permit is valid through 2031.

DISCLOSURE:
THERE IS A RENTAL AGREEMENT TO READ, SIGN AND RETURN AT TIME OF BOOKING.
Maui by the Sea Cottage sits off of Hana Highway, it is a 2 lane road). There can at times be excessive road noise. However, we have good insulation and have added central air conditioning to minimize the problem. There will be no refund given due to this situation.
Absolutely NO smoking in or outside the cottage or on the property. No candle burning or open flame.
No loud music. No parties. No outside visitors. Quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am.
From the guest cottage you look over the roof of the owner’s house to the ocean. Our guests are very welcome to walk anywhere on the property and use the lawn chairs by the ocean. There is no beach in front of the property, it is a rocky shoreline, yet it is possible to access to the water for snorkeling and surfing.
A sandy beach is 200 yards from the cottage.

Property manager

Valerie Richter (owner)
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
$35/day fee for each additional guest.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number CP2001/0018, TA-003-079-5776-01, GE-003-079-5776-01, 260090080000

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Paia

Located in Paia, this cottage is by the ocean. Haleakala Bike Company and Regal Maui Mall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit One Love Farmers Market and Hali imaile Farmer's Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Maui Gold Pineapple Farm and Maui Nui Botanical Gardens. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Paia, HI

What's nearby

  • Paia Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kuau Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • H.A. Baldwin Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Hookipa Beach Park - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Baldwin Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paia Fish Market - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flatbread Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tobi's Shave Ice - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Colleen's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Ocean View 1 BR Cottage on Oceanfront Property. Permitted located?

This family-friendly Paia cottage is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Paia Bay and Kuau Bay Beach. H.A. Baldwin Beach State Park and Lower Paia Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

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

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui By The Sea
I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place to stay. The ocean in front of you. The beautiful beaches and so close to downtown Paia. Everything about this was excellent. The owner of the property was so helpful and nice. She and her husband are locals and are right on the property so that was also very helpful. A beautiful little getaway that was perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paia vacation
Beautiful location wonderful host!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui Nov 2024
Lovley cottage in a great location. Had a great time staying there.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervoll
En wirklich friedlicher Ort zum verweilen. Man sitzt am Meer und schaut den Schildkröten zu. Super nette Gastgeberin Valerie. Danke für alles!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paia
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views! Perfect stay for a couple.
I found the place even better than photos! Road noise was no issue. We really enjoyed the deck off the unit and its amazing views of the ocean. Valerie was a great host.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Way better than 5 stars*******
All we can say is “Wow”. The cottage is so cosy and has anything and everything you could possibly need for a fantastic vacation! The bedroom looked out onto the ocean and the bed was super comfortable. The bathroom was well stocked and clean. The living room had a plush comfy couch and large tv which was nice to cozy up on in the evenings after a long day in the sun. The kitchen had every piece of equipment you could ever need including a juicer with an endless supply of oranges on the trees outside. Bbqing and eating on the lanai overlooking the ocean was incredible. It was perhaps the most relaxing vacation my husband and I have ever had! If we could more than 5 stars we would. Oh and Valerie the owner was so nice and her communication couldn’t have been better. We had zero issues with check in, our stay or check out. Highly recommend…. Just don’t book the dates we want to come back😁
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torsten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cottage getaway in Maui!
We loved our stay here! Perfect location I’m Maui to do so many of the things we wanted! Valarie & Craig live on the property too which we didn’t know but wasn’t a problem at all! They were so nice & let us eat all the oranges off their trees that we wanted :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We had a great time at the Maui by the sea cottage. Everything was great and the cottage was very awesome and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
We loved every minute of Maui and this location was perfect for our trip. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shehrzad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property exceeds every expectation. My partner and I were utterly spoiled staying here. Valerie Craig made us feel at home with this amazing accommodation, which served as our private nirvana during our stay on Maui. The property's fruits were delicious, and the ocean view made us want to stay for the duration of our trip. We had many lovely BBQ meals on the balcony. We truly felt like we hit the jackpot by staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage and delightful hosts!
Valerie and Craig (owners) have raised the “host” bar; they both truly embrace the meaning of “Aloha.” The property and cottage are very well maintained with all the comforts of home. Now, let’s talk view- Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous! It was a relaxing week of fun, excellent food, conversation and at day’s end it was a joy to return to “Maui by the Sea.” Truly.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in Paia with a view
Valerie's cottage overlooks a beautiful topical oasis and full ocean view. The cottage was tastefully designed and just the right size for two. There were views from every window and a wonderful deck to enjoy our home made meals. The location was perfect to easily get to town, beaches, wonderful restaurants, and all that the North Shore has to offer. Although, it was hard to venture out as I could have stayed the whole vacation right there at the cottage. Valerie and Craig were also very helpful and a joy to know. We are already looking at our calendar to plan a return trip. Mahalo to our wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best trip ever
Absolutely loved this location and can’t say enough good things about it. We had the best time here and the property had everything we needed. Looking forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Maui
Relaxing getaway. What a contrast to Paia which has too much traffic and people to easily enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nirvana By The Sea
Maui By The Sea was a perfect island getaway. The cottage and property were both charming, the cottage was clean and a wonderful private space, the yard and gardens were quite peaceful, and having the chairs for guests right at the water's edge, was a wonderful touch. We looked forward to watching the sunset every night! Valerie and Craig were excellent hosts, very welcoming and helpful. They made our stay even more enjoyable. The property was convenient for everything we wanted to do: beautiful beaches, sightseeing, and shopping. We would highly recommend this property, especially for those wanting a private getaway from hotels and crowded condos.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot
We had a wonderful time during our stay. Valarie and Craig were amazing hosts. Check in and out were incredibly easy. The property had a view of the ocean and a beautiful area to hang out on a shared lawn overlooking the sea. We highly recommend this rental and will definitely try to stay the next time we visit Maui.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
We found the cottage just as described in fun Pai'a. It is well appointed (everything you need in the kitchen) and very comfortable. Valerie has thought of everything to make a stay there great. Watching the surfers and turtles from the chaise lounges is a highlight, and the beach is just a few houses away with plenty more turtles. Loved picking oranges off the tree just outside our door for fresh squeezed juice each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views!
Incredible views. Quick walk to town, shops, and food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mikel R., Verl, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful hidden gem on Maui
This apartment in the nice town of Pa'ia is the most beautiful place for a vacation on Maui and a perfect starting point for this island. The size of the appartment is perfect for two people. We had our own porch to sit outside overlooking the Pacific and additionally a beautiful place at the ocean shore to sit and relax watching whales, turtles and surfers. The appartment is very spacious and well equipped with a wonderful kitchen and washer and dryer. We missed nothing during our stay. The bedroom with a Queensize bed and acess to the porch has a view to the ocean too. The communication with the hosts Valerie and Craig was great and everything at 'Maui by the Sea' was perfect. This was the best appartment we have ever visited in more than 20 years renting vacation homes and apartments. Thx to Valerie for always being so helpful with everything around our stay in Pa'ia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cottage
This cottage is very clean and close to everything. The deck and lawn by the water were the best. Valerie is a wonderful host and so helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dc D., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mesmerizing location
We had a wonderful time at Maui by the Sea. Great location to Paia, the road to Hana, and numerous beaches. Relaxing views and a great place to unwind. Valerie and Craig were exceptionally welcoming and supportive. You could not pick a better place in Maui.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maui paradise!
Such a great place!! Location and property are outstanding and Valerie and Craig were super helpful and kind! Would stay again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chloe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
We had a wonderful time at Valerie and Craig’s beautiful home. They are very kind and thoughtful hosts. Incredible views from the property and steps away from a swimming beach with sea turtles. We loved cooking on the balcony grill. It was very clean and check in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Valerie Richter (owner)

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Your hosts at the Maui by the Sea cottage: Craig and Valerie Richter

Hi, I am Craig: I was born in Seattle and grew up in Spokane, Washington. I loved sports growing-up, especially tennis. I participated in lots of competitions and later became a tennis coach. As a child my parents brought us to Maui several times and eventually I became a Tennis Coach both on Maui and Kauai prior to moving to Hong Kong for 12 years, after which I returned to Maui, met Valerie and have never left. I have been a dedicated tennis coach here on Maui for over 15 years.

Bonjour, I am Valerie: I was born and grew up in Paris, France and became a sports photographer, working for a Windsurfing Magazine, Planche Mag, in the 80's. As a Windsurfing Photographer I traveled around the world following the Windsurfing World Cup, but of all the places my work took me, I loved Maui the best and on Maui I finally settled in 1989.

We are active in our church and in studying the Scripture. When we aren't looking after our guests, we love to play tennis, hike, ski and travel (though not very often since we have a hard time leaving Maui), and Valerie loves Watercolor and Pastel painting, fosters kittens for the MHS and still takes lots of photographs.

We hope you will come and join us in our little paradise,

Aloha,
Craig and Valerie

Why they chose this property

This is a unique spot, ocean front, close to Paia and very central to lots of activities, protected from the wind. Extraordinary views.
The pictures speak for themselves.
We have been in business since 2000. We love to give our guests all the information they need and also all the privacy they need.

What makes this property unique

The property is very private with its own ocean view. There is a surf spot right in front and close to shore and it is a wild show to watch and hear the surfer catching waves (winter only). Access to a cute little beach with sleepy turtles on the sand is a one minute walk. Perfect for a morning or evening dip.
Once you are done touring or shopping, it is the best to just come home and still have a wonderful and incredible view. This is a very special little nest for honeymooners but also windsurfers and kite boarders.

Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests