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Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location

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Why go anywhere ?
Looking out to Molokai from your couch
can you see two turtles just left of centre?
You will Feel like You are at The Spa
Living Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Lahaina, HI
  • Whalers Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kaanapali Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Black Rock
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui)
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location


This most sought after location in the complex is a ground floor corner unit offering privacy and just 10 paces away from one of the two almost private beaches, where you may find yourself alone.(Be aware that the beaches are subject to tidal erosion). There are two huge shade trees above for when that sunburn beckons a shady place to enjoy panoramic ocean views with Lanai and Molokai in the background.
Beach chairs, towels and snorkeling gear are provided if you wish to swim with the turtles feeding at the waters edge. Please don't touch them as we would like them to return each day. Seasonal whale watching and spinner dolphins from your lanai and an ever changing ocean show of breathtaking sunsets, sunrises, rainbows and even moonbows over lanai and molokai. World class surfing and paddle boarding from your backyard.

You truly have found paradise.

If a pool is more inviting, enjoy luxuriating under the maui sun in the large pool that is heat controlled to maintain an enjoyable swim no matter the weather. Stroll through the beautiful grounds of the kuleana resort, take advantage of the on-site tennis, shuffleboard court or enjoy a game of ping-pong in the spacious open air lobby complete with library and an assortment of toys for children. A concierge is available to help book your sightseeing trip or luau.
The condominium was completely remodeled in 2014 with tile and granite surfaces , is tastefully furnished and decorated with incredible photographic art. Ceiling fans provide ambiance and comfort in the living room and bedroom. Air conditioning in the bedroom will keep the whole apartment at an even, cool temperature if the trade breezes coming down the slopes of the west maui mountains are not sufficient. All linens are new, high quality and high thread count.A fully equipped laundry is onsite so pack light.
55' HiDef TV with some premium channels and Netflix
Ask about our other listing should you want to bring friends or family along, or read our reviews. Vrbo/124823

Property manager

John Egan
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number W90088534-01

About the area

Kahana

Located in Kahana, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Whalers Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Kaanapali Beach and Napili Bay. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Lahaina, HI

What's nearby

  • Kahana Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Napili Bay - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Whalers Village - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Kaanapali Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Black Rock - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Kapalua, HI (JHM-West Maui) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Beach House Maui - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Paradiso - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Slappy Cakes - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location have a pool?

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

Is Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whales and Turtles at Kuleana's Best Location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kahana condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Honokowai Beach Park, Kaanapali Beach and Napili Bay. Kahana Beach and Keka'a Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful oceanfront views

Relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

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

Beach Front

Very peaceful and relaxing stay. Small beach just 30 feet from your patio, with a great big shade tree to relax under to enjoy the sea breeze and view of sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JJ N.

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

Perfect condo!

Well stocked kitchen, great views, great condo! AND…..THE most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie M., Illinois

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

Relaxing ocean view

Perfect location for the relaxing vacation we wanted. The property was beautiful, the views cannot be beat. Sea turtles right on the beach steps from the unit. The condo was clean and well supplied. Many restaurants close by.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Wonderful!

We loved staying in this property- it was clean and comfortable and we loved the ocean views! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful

Amazing view and beach right out your door.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M., San Mateo

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

Walk to the Beach, Beautiful views and more.....

We loved staying at this property. Beach access just a few steps away. Good snorkeling, turtles and more. Our place was clean and had all the amenities needed. Enjoyed our stay very much! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

George D.

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

Perfect relaxation

Very relaxing. Excellent beach access. Snorkeling with fish and sea turtles.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Loved Maui

You cannot beat the close proximity to the beach.. literally steps away. Property was well kept. Condo was well stocked. Owner was helpful and friendly. We would go back in a heartbeat
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

The View

Cool place with a great view. AC keeps the bedroom cool. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

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

Paradise

Inside appears new with well-equipped kitchen. The view from the lanai was nothing short of spectacular. The turtles were there every day and we were mesmerized.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jill h.

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

Super location steps from the beach- and turtles !!

Super trip, very relaxing. Unit had a full well equipped kitchen, snorkeling gear; we could enjoy immediately without having to buy more. The beach is small but literally steps away, quiet and beautiful; very easy to snorkel, swim; and turtles are a regular feature! THE VIEW was fantastic and sitting on our porch In front of the grass and beach was hard to improve upon. The condo was clean, functional and reasonably updated/renovated. The bedroom was clean and functional with AC (loud but I didn't care). Definitely recommend and would go back. Enjoy!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Kelssay H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location but needs a little tlc

Can't beat the location but unit definitely needs a deep clean. AC is only in bedroom and found it too loud to be able to sleep with it on. Unfortunately wouldn't return. But the neighborhood is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tina & doug

Stayed for a week. John was so easy to work with. His and Val's property is truly the best unit in the complex. Turtles were amazing came right up on shore. Nice little beach area, but view and trees that line this property are such a plus. Trees shade patio area so you can sit out and not have that direct sun in late afternoon and its an end unit. Pool was great and refreshing, landscape beautiful. Snorkling right out front and close to shops and restraunts. Unit furnished nicely and bed very comfortable. Air condition worked well and was needed. Also really quite at night which was great for us after full days. would stay here again for sure. Thanks again for such a wonderful stay in Maui.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

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

Beautiful patio view

The property is very nice and peaceful. The pool is great and the landscaping is beautiful. The view from the patio, especially at sunset, is great! The beach access is located near this unit so it was a little busy outside at times near our patio with guests heading to the water. The ac in the bedroom is a little loud when it’s on at night but works very well to make the room comfortable. The rest of the unit doesn’t have ac. The breeze from the patio makes the living room area comfortable but the bathroom got a little muggy at times. Having the beach chairs and other beach toys available for our use was very helpful. The location is nice with good snorkeling nearby and the easy drive to Front St for shopping and dining options. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Paradise

The best way to describe this hidden gem is paradise. We will be returning next summer for two weeks. We spent 7 nights swimming in the ocean that is 15 steps away, snorkeling, jumping waves, watching turtles swim by, and sipping coffee on the lanai. It was the most relaxing trip we've ever had. Some mornings we didn't even want to leave because the view and our "private" beach were amazing. We found our beach to be better than most of the other well-known beaches. The condo is perfectly described on the site. The bed was beyond comfortable and I slept wonderfully. The kitchen had everything you need including condiments, spices, and oil to cook. Boogie boards, snorkels, and beach chairs were also provided. We became friends with our neighbors and ended up going hiking and out to many restaurants with them. We can't wait to book this condo again!! This time we will stay longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Fantastic Honeymoon!

What can we say!!! John and Val's place is in a slice of heaven! We stayed 8 days at this condo for part of our Honeymoon. Walking out to the water right from the slider was exactly what we were looking for. Having the beach area right in front of the our door was perfect. The most amazing views either right from the lanai or from the couch at night listening to the waves crash on the shore. Saw a bunch of turtles that swam right by daily. The waves were pretty crazy, but still manageable. (Snorkeling gear and boogie boards and chairs were provided) Inside the condo was a perfect setup for two. Would have liked an a/c in the living room area too (we bought a fan) but we knew going in there was only one in the bedroom. Great small kitchen set up, with plenty of appliances to use. Great big Curved TV! Couch was a little uncomfortable after a long day of exploring, but we made it work. Parking spaces are very tight, we got a warning for barely parking on the line. But overall everything was wonderful! We hIghly recommend this spot! Our only wish was that we lived closer to make the return trip sooner. Kimi B - Massachusetts
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Wonderful View!

My wife and I had an amazing 10 days for our 31st anniversary! The condo is quiet, seems recently remodeled, and has everything we needed in the kitchen and for the bbq. The foam-top bed was extremely comfortable, the reclining sofas were also comfortable, and the shower had very strong water pressure. It can get warm and humid in Maui, but the front door had a metal locking screen that allowed the trade winds to blow through the house, and that combined with the fans and water 20 steps from the back door kept us cool most of the time. At night, the bedroom air conditioning kept the room very cool and the white noise was soothing. But the BEST part about this condo was the location! It’s a corner unit and very private as there’s no beach access from the road. We loved sitting on the lanai to hear the waves or watch the sunset. We also snorkeled off the small beach directly in front of the back door, and saw 4-5 turtles every time (apparently this is a turtle habitat)! Several timeshare guests told me we had the premiere location, and we agreed! We also felt that this is the best part of the island! 7 minutes from Kapalua Bay where there is a beach trail, lots of sand, amazing snorkeling, and you can rent kayaks and paddle boards! 10 minutes from Honolua Bay, the best snorkeling spot on Maui, where the boat tours go. 5 minutes from Kaanapali, with shopping and restaurants. The beach chairs and umbrella were definitely nice to have! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna F.

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

Amazing all around

John and his wife are amazing people! I'll start with the basics. The condo was clean and very well appointed. Everything you would need to make your vacation fun and comfortable, we had guests in other rooms jealous of our water toys. The location is unbeatable! Just steps away from a small but perfect beach with amazing waves (can be heard from the bedroom). No turtles came on the beach itself, but we saw many from the lanai, and walking the grounds (which are beautiful). Now to the good stuff (sorry if it gets long). We got to the condo about 30 minutes before the fire in Lahaina started and we had not gone to the grocery store before we got there. So, no power and no food, panic set in. John called the next morning to check if we were ok and we let him know of our situation. He did not hesitate to let us have access to some food they had in the condo and expressed the utmost concern and love. Might be a little dramatic but this literally saved my life as I'm a diabetic and really needed to eat. His wife also called the next day to confirm we were ok. Ty, the property manager also came through in a big way and gave me a box of protein bars to keep me feed till we could go to town to get some basics. The entire staff at the complex was amazing! Helpful in just being decent humans taking care of others and keeping us updated when they could. When West Maui recovers we will be going back and will be staying in this condo again. Mahalo!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nevin M.

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

Fantastic

Fantastic
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quality condo

My experience at this condo matches many of the earlier reviews. The condo itself is very practical. It was very clean. The kitchen was very well stocked and organized. The corner unit ground-floor had great access to the front lawn and a great view of the ocean. It had perfect waves for paddle borders as there were many out front, mostly in the mornings. The beach chairs and umbrella were used quite a lot. John was very accessible during the whole process of renting and our stay. Will definitely stay in this unit if and when we return to the island. Thanks John
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JASON M.

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

Amazing spot in Paradise

Why would I stay in a fancy resort when I could stay about 20yds from turtles on a beach, and ocean waves. The view is totally breath taking. Me and my wife ate outside for all our meals when at the unit. I seen a pregnant lady go snorkeling with a partner, and surfer go surfing right behind the unit. John is the best host so I wouldn't hesitate when booking this unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue H., Athens, Georgia

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

Absolute Paradise

This place is absolutely perfect! Literally steps from the beach and front row seats to Maui's gorgeous sunsets. Close to eating, shopping, and everything you need. The place was spotless, comfy, and well stocked with everything we needed. The owner was very helpful with recommendations and making sure we got settled in alright. Couldn't have picked a better place!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

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

Amazing turtle and sunset viewing spot!

We loved this place! The location could not be any better. Snorkeling out there was perfect…literally surrounded by turtles. The sunsets are magical. The place is quiet and also has a great swimming beach. Parking is ample. Love love loved it and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel W.

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

Perfect Maui Escape

Location, location, location. Quiet neighborhood with direct beachfront access to sandy, swimmable beach with daily turtle sightings. Unit itself was just as advertised, can’t go wrong with a stay here.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Egan

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Val and john have lived at kuleana for 13 years. We cannot imagine a more relaxing setting to enjoy a glass of wine each evening as we watch the sun set over our neighbor islands.
We are surrounded by world class dining, shopping, golf and countless activities and feel blessed to call this home.

Why they chose this property

Just steps from the beach with an ever changing ocean vista.
Perfect place to watch the turtles everyday and in season ,Humpback whales breaching or maybe a pod of Spinner Dolphins passing by.

What makes this property unique

Two beautiful shade trees providing the coolest spot on the property for those hot days.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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