March 2023
This is the first rental where our expectations were exceeded on every level. The pictures do not do the house justice. The view and location are stunning. And we have never had such gracious and helpful hosts. From initial communication after booking to service above and beyond while we were there, Katherine and Dean helped make this one of our best ever vacations. Five stars on every level, don't waste your money on the Wailea resorts when this gem is available. Thank you and can't wait to return.
March 2023
This is the first rental where our expectations were exceeded on every level. The pictures do not do the house justice. The view and location are stunning. And we have never had such gracious and helpful hosts. From initial communication after booking to service above and beyond while we were there, Katherine and Dean helped make this one of our best ever vacations. Five stars on every level, don't waste your money on the Wailea resorts when this gem is available. Thank you and can't wait to return.
Celeste S.
June 2022
It’s hard to describe how magical this place is…we stayed at Dean and Katherine’s beautiful home with 4 friends to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and could not imagine a better experience. Between the gorgeous sunsets, the nightly turtle visits and the amazing gardens, it was truly a slice of heaven. The fresh lemons and bananas from the garden were delicious and of course the wonderful aroma from the night blooming jasmine reminded us every evening how special Maui is! We felt like we were in a tropical garden, yet shopping and restaurants were very close by. The home is spotless and well equipped and the beds very comfortable. The pool and spa were used constantly and it was great that they were protected from the afternoon winds. Dean and Katherine are perfect hosts and were very accommodating to any request…so glad we got to meet them. I highly recommend this beautiful property…you’ll love it! Thank you Dean and Katherine for your hospitality and sharing your amazing home…we can’t wait to return!
Ryan L.
April 2022
Our family of 6 travels every year to somewhere new. That may change after staying in this home in Maui - it was unlike any place we have ever stayed. The views are breathtaking. The pool is protected from any winds and is its own little private oasis. The home is spotless and Katherine & Dean are THE BEST hosts. Easy to walk to shops, restaurants , and the grocery store. We will be back!
Wendy E.
March 2022
Katherine and Dean's home on the beach in Maui is as private as it gets. No matter what your definition of heaven is, I am pretty sure this will exceed your expectations. From the beautiful and peaceful sunrise to sunset filled with resident turtles swimming ashore to stay the night, it's quiet and full of potential activities (SUPs, Kayak, snorkeling gear, boogie boards, beach chairs, etc). My family ranging in age from 19 - 70 yrs stayed and enjoyed watching the whales from both the patio and dining table while working a puzzle together and playing cards. The house is walking distance to starbucks, foodland and many great shops as well as a park and the Maui Sweet Shoppe. The pool and jacuzzi are smartly positioned in the interior courtyard to take advantage of in the afternoon and out of the wind. We played beach volleyball at one of the local sand courts and drove just 20 minutes to some of the best surf on the island (near Paia). Whatever your version of heaven is, this is it and Katherine and Dean are the angels... with quick responses and helpful hints to everything and anything that we needed. If you have a chance to stay here, don't let it pass you by. Book now. Life is short.
Wendy
03/21/22
Mary N.
October 2021
Dean and Katherine how can we thank you for our stay in your little peace of paradise? 1st rate hosts! The home was well supplied with necessities and more. The pool was so enjoyable! Beds are comfortable and ac in every room. House is close to many beaches and shopping. Oh and a large lemon tree in front yard to top it off.
We hope to return some day 🌺🤙🏻
Wendy H.
August 2021
If there were more than 5 stars, I would give them to this amazingly beautiful place!
It is like a secret garden paradise behind the beautiful entry gates, very private, relaxing and Zen. The plants, trees and flowers were breathtaking, along with the ocean views inside and out. We were in awe of the turtles on the very "private" beach out front, the pool/hot tub were in constant use when we were there.
Our family of 9 consisted of 3 generations ages 12-64, we were celebrating 2 HS graduations, a 40th B-Day and an upcoming 45th anniversary and 65th B-Day. We loved this special property, there was plenty of room for all of us to be together yet have our own private space when desired. Our family all immediately felt very at home there.
The home was very spacious, spotless, and well equipped, the Hawaiian decor was beautiful, the bedding was very nice. Oh, and the outdoor shower in the principal bedroom bath was so enjoyable!
Dean and Katherine were awesome hosts, they went above and beyond to help make our vacation even more special, they were both easy and fun to work with and get to know.
We highly recommend Hale Laulea, it was an absolutely wonderful experience, we will always treasure the memories we made there. I hope to visit again, hopefully during whale season!
Aloha!
Kristen R.
August 2021
I can't say enough about how much we loved our time at this very special place. The location is close to shopping, beaches, restaurants, and a park with tennis courts and basketball. The view is spectacular! We often sat out front to watch the turtles come in and out of the ocean and enjoyed the relaxing hammock. The kids also loved swimming in the pool each afternoon after a day at the beach. The home is warm and inviting with amazing views from the master bedroom and a well-stocked kitchen. Dean and Katherine go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need for your stay. They are the best hosts we have ever had!
gloria W.
July 2021
June 19 - 26, 2021
My first time renting a home. Actually, the first vacation for the entire family, which consisted of myself (grandma), my son, daughter in law, 3 grandkids.
The home was perfect. On the beach and a pool. The kids swam all day. Actually, two of them really learned to swim and as the week progressed felt very comfortable in the pool. It was time for the rest of us just to relax.
This location is a few blocks from shopping which includes food, nail salon, Starbucks and even a movie theater. Everything is very close, and yet the home's location is very private. In fact, a vehicle is really not needed.
The real magic is the turtles. It is truly amazing. The huge turtles come to the beach to rest in the evenings. One evening we counted 14!!! In the morning they return to the ocean. It was lovely - greeting them every evening and waving goodbye each morning.
Katherine and Dean live on the property in a separate home. They were a delight. Very helpful and yet we didn't see them very often.
I will return, we all loved our first vacation in Maui!!!
Gloria Webster
Tasso C.
April 2021
Wonderful home and owners. Gardens are amazing...ocean and beach right there. 5 stars all the way.
Lisa B.
March 2021
From start to finish, every aspect of our stay was exceptional. Katherine and Dean are amazing, attentive, gracious hosts. The property is beautiful, casual luxury and authentically Hawaiian set in the most incredible location in North Kihei. I feel like we found a hidden treasure and we are already planning our return visit.
Theodore H.
February 2021
You already know west Maui is great. But you may not know Kihei is among its driest locals and a charming Hawaiian beach town. It has much more street life and local culture than nearby Wailea or Makena. Our teenaged kids loved Kalama park two blocks away with its myriad sports and water activities. They paired their play there with nearby food trucks and Local Boys shaved ice.
This property is very accurately represented by the pictures on the VRBO site. It is charming, beautiful and impeccably maintained. It is fully appointed with toys and gear allowing you to enjoy the beach and water around you. We always made sure to be back home to our west facing beach front for sun sets that were the most amazing we’ve seen. Whales beyond the reef and turtles on the beach usually added to the natural beauty of the setting.
Our hosts could not have been more gracious, helpful and accommodating. They made sure we had everything we wanted to make for a great vacation. They clearly take great pride in this property and satisfaction in ensuring that their guests enjoy it. Needless to say, we hope to be back soon.
Diana N.
November 2020
I cannot put into words how special this home is. You feel lost in a little piece of a much larger paradise here. Dean and Katherine are so welcoming, kind, and although they stay on the property in their Ohana, you would NEVER know they’re here. We are checking out today but really, really, don’t want to leave. I’d you decide to rent this place, you will not be disappointed!
Jeff S.
April 2020
This property was a home away from home. Plenty of space, all the extra amenities really made this feel like our own paradise. The beach access, the pool and hot tub, the large kitchen and dining for hosting made our experience. The property has plenty of space for a small family reunion or just a private getaway for two. I enjoyed my stay and will definitely return.
B H.
August 2019
Our family of six, including four children (three teenagers), just had one of the all-time best family vacations at Dean and Katherine's home on Maui. The home is beautiful and located in an extremely convenient location on the island, just a few blocks from quality restaurants, supermarkets, a park, and a commercial stretch. It's a very short drive to some of the popular Maui beaches, but to go there is simply to mix up the experience, as it is often hard to justify leaving your own backyard. Because there you will find a gorgeous ocean, with glorious sunsets, and every night sea turtles would make their way to the beach right outside the house to sleep. We spent every morning in the ocean, either swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding, fishing or snorkeling, and every afternoon in the pool, just relaxing. The icing on the cake was the hospitality of Dean and Katherine, who were ideal hosts - happy and eager to provide advice on anything they could, without creating any stress about living in their beautiful home. They were incredibly gracious and genuinely just wanted us to enjoy our vacation. If and when we return to Maui, there is no other place we would ever consider staying.
Gail B.
July 2019
The vacation of a lifetime. Gorgeous sunsets! Magnificent property with beautiful ocean views. Terrific location, nearby shopping & amenities. Would rent without hesitation.
Anita H.
April 2019
If you want a true authentic Hawaiian feel vacation, then look no further than Hale Laule'a. We LOVED this quiet, private gem of a gorgeous home, situated in sought after, yet non-pretentious, Kihei. This colourful and warmly decorated home in my opinion boasts spacious areas (easily handles 4-5 cooks in the kitchen) with breathtaking sweet surprises around every corner. It’s an original bungalow style (my dream and favorite style), yet modern amenities for ease of living with vaulted beamed ceilings in every room. The property (huge, lush and tasty with fruit trees everywhere), it’s view (to die for), it’s private beach (turtle spying at night, clean, easy entry for your snorkel, paddle board, kayak, and swimming desires), it’s walkability factor to anything you need (groceries, shops, surf rentals, movie theatre, ice cream, recreational parks with tennis/basketball, skateboarding and other gorgeous beaches) is perfect. Evenings were spent in the colourful/iridescent enormous hot tub/spa, and the pool so refreshing and private. There is plenty of gear for water sport and recreation. Lastly, the hosts were the icing on the cake. They are generous, full of information about the area and island, easy-going, super chill, fun, funny and lovely. Worth every penny and no doubt, we will be back! Aloha!
Andrew F.
April 2019
I have already been there twice.....The property is absolutely beautiful with lovely gardens (including many different types of fruit trees). It has a wonderful lanai overlooking the ocean, where you can enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast while looking out for turtles and whales, of which we saw many. Speaking of turtles, every evening many turtles head up to the beach right in front of the house. One night we counted 15 of them--absolutely fantastic. The house itself is adequately furnished and can comfortably sleep 9 - 10 people. I was in the Media Room, which is not in the main house, but just on the other side of the swimming pool. The room has a Murphy Bed, which was extremely comfortable. All of the other rooms have at least a Queen Sized bed. The kitchen is well equipped, with everything you need to slap together a gourmet luau, there is also a huge barbeque on the lanai. It is centrally located in Kihei, and Foodland is a short walk away. There are also tennis courts just a couple of blocks away. Fantastic property---I will return.
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