A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Near Maluaka Beach
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Kihei, HI
Makena Landing Park
Place, Makena Landing Park
2 min walk
Makena Beaches
Place, Makena Beaches
5 min walk
Maluaka Beach
Place, Maluaka Beach
12 min walk
Kahului, HI (OGG)
Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
38 min drive
Where you'll sleep
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Convertible bed(s)
3 Single Futons
Downstairs Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
4 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location
Aloha and welcome to our unique oceanfront Maui vacation rental home, Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional vacation rental experience. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a romantic retreat, we have something perfect for you. Take in the incredible views and breathtaking sunsets in the relaxing atmosphere of this unique Maui vacation rental located in Makena, Maui, Hawaii. This 2,400 square foot home offers 4 recently renovated bedrooms. Each bedroom is air-conditioned, has a private bath and entrance, and stunning ocean views.
Explore our convenient location and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while enjoying all the amenities you need. You will find some of Hawaii's best snorkeling in the waters right in front of our property.
Book your dream vacation in paradise today and create unforgettable memories at Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing. Your dream getaway awaits!
Lu'uwai's Makena Landing vacation rental home is just minutes away from challenging Maui golf courses, tennis courts, shopping, and restaurants. Kayaking is available nearby. Our Makena vacation rental home is located just south of many famed beaches, such as Kihei's Kalama Beach, and just north of Big Beach. In fact, people from all over the world find their way to our beautiful shores with Molokini crescent -- a renowned scuba and snorkeling area -- visible just offshore from our Maui vacation rental home.
Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing vacation rental home is also a picturesque honeymoon destination and available for small family reunions.
County Transient Vacation Rental Permit Number: CP20060007 TMK: (II) 2-1-007:088
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off air conditioners
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property Registration Number TA-173-938-0736-01, 210070880000, GE-173-938-0736-01, 20060007
Property # 48158vb
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Kihei
Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Wailea, a neighbourhood in Kihei. Wailea Beach and Ahihi Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Kula Botanical Garden. Aliʻi Kula Lavender and O'o Farm are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Lāhainā Brewing Co. Wailea Craft Kitchen - 6 min drive
Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa - 6 min drive
Manoli's Pizza Company - 6 min drive
Napua Tower Concierge Lounge - Grand Wailea - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?
As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location on 30 Nov 2026 start from AU$15,108, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Makena Oceanfront 4 Bedroom/4 Bath Home - Captivating Views - Great Location located?
Located in Wailea, this holiday home is steps from Makena Landing Park and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Wailea Beach. Makena Beaches and Chang's Beach are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a July family trip including 2 older adults, 3 younger adults, and a 5 year-old covering 5 nights. We loved this home and our time here. It is an older home, but it is well-maintained inside and out, and the gardeners have created a paradise in the back. It is easy to be reminded of an Hawaii of years past. There are homes close in to the left and right, but, in the back yard, they were easy to ignore. Everything you will likely need in the kitchen is there. My only complaint: the price. Still, we are glad we did it because this will be a lasting memory. Some things worth noting by prospective renters: (1) You access 1 room from the living room, but the other 3 are accessed by climbing some stairs to an outside landing, upon which the rooms exit. Picture a hotel. (2) There is no AC in the common areas. Each roon has its own. (3) Due to the high cost of electricity, Helen has the AC turned off when guests leave, so expect the home to be hot when you arrive. It took us 4 hours to bring the temp down to the mid-70's. After that, we had no problem staying comfortable. (4) Helen states that she cannot eradicate the ants, so don't leave any open food on the kitchen counter. All and all, if you don't mind the price, I can heartily recommend this home. Oh, by the way, it is in a beautiful area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Greg, What a great review. I appreciate your comments.
Please come back again to enjoy our Makena Landing home.
Aloha, Helen
It was an incredible place in an incredible area. The hosts were amazing and the place was better than we could of hoped. Would absolutely stay again. We really liked it was a family property with a lot of great history and well taken care of.
We got married here so we are biased. We love Makena. The area is insanely beautiful. The grounds are well maintained. And the rooms are private, each with a separate bathroom & AC. The AC works very well. Helen is responsive and quickly answered any questions. As others have stated, the cleaning was good and it did smell clean when we came in, but there are small dead bugs in virtually every window and in corners. To be fair, I did not see any (live) roaches or ants but there are mosquitos in Makena and we did get bit frequently. This did not happen in Kihei or Lahaina. The common area will be very warm when you arrive, discomfortingly so, but if you turn on all the AC's it does help somewhat. This makes gathering together as a family uncomfortable but fans help circulate the air. We left 2 for others. But we knew what to expect. None of the balconies had furniture to enjoy the view which I found strange. And there is absolutely no beach gear provided. No umbrellas, no chairs. The owner stated she had an issue with theft but with people paying a pretty penny, and flying out, I think her guests are not to blame. Some of our dissapointments will not be relevant to anyone who has not stayed at the property before. There is no longer any beach or bay access. The small bay we used to use is no longer part of the property. This dissapointed us and we may not have booked had we known as we loved kayaking there & visiting the turtles. But there is no where like Makena. Magical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Mahalo Melissa for your thoughtful review of your time at our Makena property.
We will pass your comments along to our housekeeping staff. We always strive to take comments such as yours to heart and make every attempt to incorporate them in our offerings.
As to providing beach equipment, which as you point out, we do not provide. We have had this property for a very long time and have found that our guests accept this and are able to purchase or rent what they need when they visit.
I am unsure that you are referring to when you said "there is no longer any beach or bay access". There has never been any formal beach or bay access from our property at any time. Guests continue to use a walkway next to the small green bunker.There is a small sandy beach park nearby which are guests our encouraged to use.
Please come back again. You are always welcome to our property in Makena.
Mahalo and Aloha,
Helen
Everything and everyone, especially host Helen, were phenomenal!! A lovely place with lots of space and amenities for all.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Betty, Mahalo for your lovely review. Hope you return someday to Maui. You will always be welcome.
Aloha, Helen
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Mary C.
22 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
There is a lot of family love in this home, making us sorry to give such an example of “old Hawaii” a poor review. It is a 10/10 for its location, but it needs improvements to live up to its description as an “exceptional vacation rental experience.” The views are spectacular, but the house is not well maintained. Cushions, pillows, sheets, and beach towels were old and grungy. Outdoor furniture is minimal (chipped wooden chaise, a broken picnic bench, and plastic chairs) and we had to stack cushions on the lanai chairs for comfort. If you travel with elderly, steps are tricky and the driveway is steep. We kept the house clean, but a cockroach flew into my pillowcase in the upstairs bedroom. The trundle in the 2nd bedroom did not fit under the bed, creating a tripping hazard. In the kitchen, the chef’s knife broke the first time we used it, and the coffee maker’s red “clean” light was on. No ice machine, just trays. The bottles of soap in the bathrooms and kitchen had been watered down; you could see the soap floating on top of a layer of water, and it wouldn’t lather. The WiFi only connected to the internet sporadically, so we could not use the smart TV or connect our phones consistently.Finally, there is only AC in the bedrooms. It was miserably hot in August and we couldn’t enjoy any of the common areas due to the oppressive heat. Helen is responsive, but if we had known all this ahead of time we would’ve booked elsewhere. It was not a good value for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Mary, we do appreciate your review of our property and will make every attempt to address the issues you list.
Sorry about the weather, but Makena is always warm during the August - September period. The weather is more temperate during the rest of the year.
Mahalo, Helen
This home was great. Great location, very easy check in, beautiful home, beautiful views, good layout, nice hosts (they even checked in on us during the tsunami warning), all in all loved it. I have 2 complaints... first is having no ac throughout the home. During family dinner, or just family time in general, while in the kitchen or any family area in the home it wasnt very comfortable or relaxing due to the heat. The only ac units are window units in each bedroom, which worked so we were able to sleep well at night.Secondly, the seating and shade issues on the beach deck area. There is a bench but no real comfy seating to enjoy the view and hang out. There is also no real shade either, no umbrella or pop up canopy available. The picture below shows the little shade we were able to find. But other than those small complaints, I'd stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
We truly appreciate that you and your group enjoyed our property. We really try to provide a warm, welcoming experience.
As to your comments regarding the lack of air conditioning, the cost of electricity here in Hawaii is substantially higher then other places in the mainland. As a compromise we do air condition the bedrooms. Additionally, as the house is open via the French doors in the living room and if that area was air conditioned, most of any cool air would be lost due to the openness of the area. Most guests use the patio and other outside areas to gather.
Finally, we have provided umbrellas for our guests in the past, but unfortunately they have a tendency to "walk off" never to be seen again. Umbrellas are available for rent from several businesses in Kihei if they are needed.
David, we would welcome you back any time you want to return to Maui and appreciate your thoughtful comments.
Aloha,
Helen
Stunning views, best snorkeling location, short walk to fun beach. Entire family loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
We really appreciate your that you enjoyed your time at Makena.
Mahalo
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Isaiah M.
6 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness and property care
Broken lawn chairs and picnic tables that fell over upon sitting. Dirty socks greeted us upon arrival. Cockroaches in rooms where basic cleaning would have gotten. AC not on upon arrival so house was extremely hot. Messaged host about these issues when my stay was over and simply received a “Mahalo” Beautiful area and neighborhood tho. Overall okay stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Aloha Isaiah,
We appreciate your comments as we are always trying to provide a better experience for our guests.
We have disposed of the broken lawn chair.
Thanks for calling it to our attention.
Maui is a tropical island and critters are expected. We do have our property treated every 3 months, but the bugs can be elusive. They can hide and then come out later.
About the "dirty sock.". Staff found that a sock was tied to a fishing line, where some person or persons came onto the property without our knowledge and left their line behind.
Makena is very warm in the summer and electricity is very expensive to operate. Past guests just opened the windows and doors to cool down the rooms when they arrive. We have never before had an issue with this matter.
Lastly, we did respond to your comments by saying "We appreciated your comments and had passed them on to our staff."
Mahalo and Aloha,
Helen
Great location and overall spacious, it is not a modern home but mostly comfortable. We very much enjoyed the patio on the ocean. Afternoons got very hot in the main area of the home as there is no AC, only in the bedrooms so rest time was often in the bedroom. The driveway area to park was very steep and difficult. We rented a pickup truck and van to accommodate our family and luggage and we struggled with parking. BUT the views and yard made up for it, very beautiful!
What an amazing stay we had at Lu'uwai's at Makena Landing! The location is the best we have ever had an any of the many VRBOs we have rented. The snorkeling is one of the top places on the island. We spent many hours on the deck by the water where you can watch snorkelers, go for a swim, watch beautiful sunsets and stargaze.
The house is fully equipped and is as described in the listing. We really appreciated the homey Hawaiian feel to the house.
It is an easy two minute walk to Makena Landing with great snorkeling and fun boogie boarding. It is a short ride to many other beautiful beaches including Big Beach.
Helen was very easy to work with, gracious, responded promptly and made our stay pleasurable.
It was a perfect vacation for the whole family. We look forward to returning to this magical spot!
Makena Landing or now known as "Helen's Place" is a one of a kind vacation destination on Maui. The waterfront location is perfect for swimming with the turtles or just a quick dip to cool off. Take extra care when getting in and out of the water on the lava rocks. The ocean can get a little rough at times. The huge grass yard is ideal for star gazing at night and the covered lanai is perfect for outdoor dining. Everyone has their own room and bathroom, so there's plenty of privacy.
It's also an ideal location for exploring beautiful sand beaches just a few miles south. I've stayed there twice now and I will definately be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2024
Thank you for such a thoughtful review. You are welcome to come back when ever you can.
We all had a fabulous time at Helen’s place. We have stayed at this property before and plan to come back again. The snorkeling right off the property is amazing!!!! The views are second to none and Helen is a fantastic host who is very responsive. Worth every penny.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2024
Mahalo for your review of our little piece of paradise! We are always happy to share it with visitors who understand the beauty of Makena.
WE had a great stay. Plenty of room for the family. There were 11 of us (6 adults and 5 grown kids). the outside entry to the upstairs bedrooms was very convenient and gave each group privacy and at the same time a feeling of being all together. The views were amazing. Makena is special and just remote enough to be peaceful. Great snorkeling and turtle watching right in front of the property. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Many thanks John, happy you had a great time.
Come back anytime.
Aloha
Our family with three adult children and all of their spouses and all of our grandkids, ages 2-14 stayed during the Holiday 'break', 2023. Everything we wanted and needed was right there. Comfort in the house, in the yard, a place to jump into the ocean for the best snorkeling in Maui, a turtle beach within feet of the house, and a small, public beach within 2 minutes walking distance of the house. Plenty of adventure within our little paradise of a property. This is our third time at Makena House. The first was when my son married a Maui girl and arranged for us to stay here. Paradise for the entire Hallagin Ohana!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2024
Mahalo Ginny for your wonderful review of your time at our property.
Welcome to return anytime
Aloha, Helen
My cheeks hurt…from smiling!
This is the real “Turtle Town.” Also plenty of whale sightings. No need to spend money for snorkel and/or whale watching cruises.
Stay at this older house to really enjoy Maui as it used to be: no road noise, no high rise buildings in sight!
Thank you, Helen!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2023
Mahalo nui Bruce
Happy New Years to your and your family.
Mahalo Bob. Your comment truly reflects how many people feel about our special property in Makena, and like you, continue to come to enjoy its beauty and tranquility.
Mahalo nui loa, do come again.
Helen
The house is perfectly situated on Makena Bay if you love snorkeling. It is right on the water with the most amazing views. I loved that each bedroom had it's own bathroom. One drawback was that one of the bedrooms has a single and a trundle bed which isn't ideal for a couple. Helen was very responsive and sent me back a make up case I had forgotten. We had a hitch in the beginning but it was settled amicably.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
We appreciated Donna's comments.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Joseph and Jessie M.
24 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cove great
Not clean not ADA good location
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Helen Luuwai
I married into the family of this stunning property in the late 1950s. We raised our 3 boys and 7 grandchildren in Makena at this special property.
We purchased the property from a family member and have operated our piece of paradise for 23 years as a vacation rental.
Please see the family history information on our website.
Why they chose this property
There are stunning views of Molokini and Kaho'olawe islands and sometimes Lanai from the property. We have a great location that is close to dining, shopping and activities.
What makes this property unique
This is one of the last properties located in Makena owned by a Hawaiian family and has been passed down through the generations since the late 1870s.
Our family's roots go back over a hundred years and we operate this vacation rental in order to continue our family's ownership of it and to make it available for local cultural events as well as our visitors from around the world.