A peaceful getaway in the Maui countryside. Areca Suite is the perfect place to relax, unwind & enjoy the ocean view & tropical setting in your own private 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment. The apartment is isolated & safely distanced from the floor above where quiet hosts Robert & Stephanie live. You will have your own private entrance & adjacent parking area, private ocean view lanai & exclusive use of the entire ground floor apartment, no shared space . This is an economical way to have the benefits and privacy of our separate cottage at a lower cost.
We follow the VRBO/CDC cleaning protocol guidelines with enhanced cleanings between each guest. Our professional cleaning company uses cleaning and disinfecting solutions to ensure a rigorous cleaning and sanitizing of Areca Suite. Cleaning supplies are available for you to clean throughout your stay. There is a no-contact check-in and check-out process providing convenient and safe access to your private apartment with social distancing.
April 2021: There is currently a rental car shortage in all of Hawaii. Please find your rental car before booking your dates with us.
Areca Suite has coastal ocean views from the lanai, living / dining room and both bedrooms. Quiet hosts Robert and Stephanie live on the upper level of the main home above Areca Suite. You will have your own private entrance, parking area, private lanai and exclusive use of the entire ground floor apartment; no shared space.
Areca Suite is ideal for a quiet vacation getaway, honeymoon or your home-base to take advantage of many nearby activities. We're perfectly located near the start of "The Road to Hana" for you to explore beautiful Maui. We're also within an easy drive of Haleakala Crater for another great day trip, sunrise or sunset. A great location for hiking, waterfalls, beaches, shopping and restaurants in Haiku, Pa'ia and Makawao and so much more....
The ground floor Areca Suite apartment is approximately 1000 sq ft with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living/dining room, kitchenette, washer / dryer and spacious lanai (patio). There's a dedicated workspace desk, with a view of the ocean, if you're working remotely or need to catch up on email.
Lanai: There's a lanai for your private use with coastal ocean views and dining seating for four guests, plus some comfy chairs. Propane grill and also beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards are located on the lanai.
Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 has a king bed, bedroom 2 has a queen bed. Both bedrooms have a/c, ceiling fan, dresser, bedside tables, hanging closet, luggage rack, bathrobes and slippers. Bedroom 1 also has a 32" TV with internet access for you to use your own account, Netflix, Hulu etc. In addition, a queen-size memory foam sleeper sofa in the living room offers an alternative for guests 3 and 4.
Kitchenette: Has the essentials, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, kettle, steamer, blender, toaster, microwave, single electric hotplate plus all dishes and utensils. There's a a propane BBQ grill on the lanai solely for your use. Ideal for guests doing a little light cooking and take out, rather than preparing large meals (there is no stove/oven). If you prefer a full kitchen please see our other VRBO listing at Tranquil Palms, Palm Cottage. In the VRBO search bar type in 1426728 and you'll find it.
Dining: There's comfy dining seating for four guests on the lanai and in addition, a dining table for four guests inside the living/dining room.
Living: There's a loveseat and two push-back recliners. There is a 43" Samsung Smart TV with an internet streaming service and also access to Netflix, Hulu etc for use with your own account.
Laundry: New Samsung washer/dryer for your exclusive use in the apartment, located in bedroom 2.
Breakfast: We provide packaged snacks and breakfast food items for you to have a self-catered light-island breakfast at the time of your choosing. Tea and coffee are also provided. The above is meant as a starter supply of breakfast foods to get you going until your first grocery shopping trip. But let us know if you need restocking on any items.
We are located on 2-acres in a serene setting. Feel free to pick ripe fruit in season for breakfast or a snack.
Location: Areca Suite is a peaceful, rural location to get away from crowds and enjoy nearby waterfalls, hiking and communing with nature, but still close to shops and restaurants. We are about 10-minutes to the nearest beaches (Hookipa, Baldwin, Sprecklesville), great restaurants and 20 minutes from Costco, Walmart and Target in Kahului. If you prefer the Central - South beaches of Kihei they are just a short 30-minute drive away. Jaws Country Store is 2-minutes away which has handy items and also serves to-go food and coffee/smoothies.
Nearby things to do: We’re located near the beginning of “The Road to Hana” and so there’s plenty to do right here. It s a beautiful tropical location, with lush greenery and flowers and impressive waterfalls. Twin falls is a short distance away, also Na ili ili-haele Stream & Waterfalla nd Waikamoi Nature Trailhead. The Gardens in Haiku are nearby and The Garden of Eden Arboretum is a short drive away. There’s great stores and galleries in Paia and Makawao (approx 6 miles each) or visit Haleakala for that once in a lifetime experience.
Whatever you choose to do throughout the day, you can relax on your lanai (deck) for a peaceful evening.
Minimum renter age: 21.
Principals only.
Well-behaved children are welcome when accompanied by their well-behaved parents looking to share the peace and serenity of Tranquil Palms. :) Children age 10+, please, as the premises have not been child-proofed.
Tranquil Palms is fully-licensed by Maui County and the State of Hawaii:
Permit numbers: BBPH20180002 / SUP220180001
State Tax Number: TA-051-974-7584-01
Minimum night stay of 3 nights may be available in between booked dates subject to availability. Please contact us if your preferred dates are not available to try our other VRBO listing, Palm Cottage. #1426728.
