Welcome to Hale Nalu, a beautifully updated townhome in the tranquil Puamana community just south of Lahaina. This 30-acre private paradise offers a peaceful retreat away from high-rise hotels and crowded tourist areas, yet remains close to world-class beaches and golf, unique shopping, and fabulous dining in Kaanapali and Kapalua. While the devastating 2023 fires destroyed historic Lahaina Town and impacted 40% of Puamana’s oceanfront community, including our historic Clubhouse and some homes directly next to and behind this property, Hale Nalu and the southern side of Puamana were spared, offering a safe and serene haven amidst a community in recovery.
Despite these challenges, Puamana retains its charm and unique amenities. Guests can swim at the Dolphin Pool, play tennis or pickleball, or take a three minute stroll to the shoreline, where the presence of sand varies with the tides and ocean conditions. Surf breaks fronting the Puamana community often provide great waves for surfers and body boarders alike. Hale Nalu is ideally located less than ten minutes from Lahaina’s Safeway and Foodland Farms grocery stores, the renowned Old Lahaina Luau, and a range of dining options. Enjoy exceptional restaurants such as Mala Ocean Tavern, Honu Oceanside, and Star Noodle for a more refined experience, or choose casual favorites like Aloha Mixed Plate and Coco Deck for a relaxed meal with island flair.
Hale Nalu itself has been thoughtfully updated to provide both comfort and style. The fully remodeled kitchen boasts new appliances and cabinets, while split-system air conditioning ensures the family room and bedrooms stay cool and comfortable. The home’s interior has been completely reimagined with contemporary furnishings, including a custom monkey pod dining table, and features fine art photography celebrating Maui’s waves, a perfect homage to the home’s name, which means "House of Waves."
The master bedroom on the ground floor features a king bed, TV, and ensuite bathroom, along with a walk-in closet with a washer/dryer. Upstairs, the sunlit dormer loft comfortably sleeps five with a queen bed, two twin XL beds, and a daybed. Blackout blinds allow for restful sleep or a relaxing nap. Please note that loft ceilings are low, so please be mindful. The loft is also open to the lower level, a consideration for a family with very small children. Both ground-level bathrooms have been recently remodeled.
Outdoor living spaces invite you to embrace Maui’s beauty. Begin your day with coffee on the front lanai’s cozy hanging porch swing, or unwind in the evening on the spacious rear lanai, perfect for BBQs and private gatherings. A grassy area beyond offers a safe play space for kids. The home is well-equipped for beach adventures, with chairs, a cooler, and boogie boards available. Should you choose to rent surf or paddle boards while visiting the island, you will find a board storage rack on the rear lanai.
Staying at Hale Nalu offers a unique opportunity to support a recovering community, while enjoying Maui’s natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Whether you’re planning a relaxing vacation, celebrating a special occasion, or seeking a working retreat, this home is the perfect place to experience all that Maui has to offer. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in this island paradise.
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Registration Number: 460310140000, TA-124-512-0000-01, GE-124-512-0000-01
Erin K.
Jul 24, 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a great property for a family. Plenty of room, clean and updated. We enjoyed the community as well. Very quiet and gated. The landscaping was beautiful. Property had two outdoor spaces and was a short walk to pools and beach. Private beach was clean and great for the family to enjoy. We would stay here again.
Christine S.
Jul 10, 2023
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The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall we loved our stay at 87-1 Puamana. We are a family of 6 and the house was not only beautiful but had the ideal layout for my husband and I on the main level and all 4 kids in the upstairs loft area. The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything one could need during their stay. Loved all the beach gear (chairs, surf boards, body boards, beach toys) outdoor shower, and the front and back lanais. Nice added touch to have games and a basket of current books to use. While the air conditioning was broke was part of our stay, we were notified in advance, provided with portable units, and was fixed during the stay. My only complaint was with the condo security staff. The office was closed upon our arrival on Maui and we immediately called security who indicated it was not a problem and to just go to the office anytime the next day between 9-5 p.m. We had a snorkeling excursion the next day from 7-12 p.m., went to lunch, and immediately went back to the condo to check-in around 2:30. Later that day, we received a 'courtesy notice' that we needed to registered our vehicle (already did and sticker was on van) or we would be fined yet the prior day we were given until 5:00 to register. The night of fireworks, security came by 5 minutes before the fireworks were set to go off and kicked everyone out saying that we had to go somewhere else to watch because they were closing the pool 2 hours early without any advanced notice. While I loved the complex, these 2 encounters would be reason enough to consider staying somewhere different on our next visit which is unfortunate since the condo unit was perfect in every other way.
Lyn P.
Jun 24, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo and property were beautiful. The condo has everything you need for your vacation. Close to Front Street. Everyone was very nice. We had a great time.
Jacqueline S.
Jun 17, 2023
Beautiful property in the best location!!
Susan B.
Jun 15, 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
wonderful recently update modern unit.
Melanie S.
Jun 02, 2023
Had a great stay with our daughters! House was in a great location for surfing and boogie boarding at the beach by the house and just a few minutes from Lahaina. The house was clean and updated and had everything we needed.
Megan J.
May 28, 2023
Perfect spot for family of four. Location is great and the condo had plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Would stay here again.
Melissa M.
May 22, 2023
The condo is nestled in a quiet and clean community - with two access points to the beach. In addition, it's only a mile from front street which provides the option to be close to the action of the little town, but far away enough to feel the peace of paradise. We loved the location! In traveling with our three young daughters (12, 9 and 6), it was great to have plenty of lawn for them to play catch and run around on at the end of the day! There were also several pools that our girls loved too. The condo itself was clean, updated and had incredibly comfortable beds. The washer/dryer in the unit was an added bonus. Upon our next return to Maui, we'll definitely stay here again.
Yebin C.
Apr 24, 2023
We really really loved this place. Thank you so much! The location is good and the house was lovely! It was comfy for the all 5 of us, my children loved the board games and wanted to stay at home the whole time. Everything was clean and well equipped and NEW! I loved the samsung washing machine and dryer. Everything we needed were already there including beach chairs and tubes and body boards. Beddings were great and they had extra blankets in closets. We want to come back to MAUI just to stay here!
Yebin C.
Apr 24, 2023
We really really loved this place. Thank you so much! The location is good and the house was lovely! It was comfy for the all 5 of us, my children loved the board games and wanted to stay at home the whole time. Everything was clean and well equipped and NEW! I loved the samsung washing machine and dryer. Everything we needed were already there including beach chairs and tubes and body boards. Beddings were great and they had extra blankets in closets. We want to come back to MAUI just to stay here!
Dale H.
Apr 07, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We absolutely loved our stay here. Everything we could ever want was available. We highly recommend staying here.
alicia o.
Mar 23, 2023
The property was in a perfect location for us and what we planned to do. Everything was provided for us and more; owners provided beach gear and all amenities that were needed for our stay was there. I would definitely stay at this vacation home again! Thank you for the hospitality!
alicia o.
Mar 23, 2023
The property was in a perfect location for us and what we planned to do. Everything was provided for us and more; owners provided beach gear and all amenities that were needed for our stay was there. I would definitely stay at this vacation home again! Thank you for the hospitality!
Kellie D.
Mar 13, 2023
87-1 couldn’t be more of a perfect vacation rental. The condo was well stocked with all the comforts of home and accommodated my family of 5. The front lanai is very peaceful as well as the back lanais which includes a bbq outdoor shower and all the beach toys surf boards, chairs ice chests, everything a family would need for a day at the beach. The gated community is well kept with three pools and access to the ocean. Mahalo for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home we all could feel the love your family has put into your little peace of paradise.
Ying W.
Feb 16, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Cozy and well-equipped, this little home was the perfect landing spot for our family of 4 adults to spend 5 days. Lots of space with recent renovation and comfortable beds. The home is not Oceanside but is a short 5 minute walk through a really beautiful and quiet gated community. Location could not be beat - a few minutes drive from Lahaina and Front street activities, but just removed enough that you get peace and quiet at night. Note that both bathrooms are downstairs while multiple beds are upstairs, so be aware in case members of your party has mobility issues. House was stocked with kitchen supplies of all kinds, and basic cooking ingredients like salt, pepper, cooking oil. All appliances worked great.We were extremely pleased with the prompt communications and detailed instructions from the hosts. Questions were answered via text almost immediately. We loved our home here and can’t wait to return!