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Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

Welcome to The Star Lookout, a magical vacation cottage in Maui's Upcountry. Experience a taste of 'Old Hawaii' in our quiet, restful perch with privacy, sweeping views, magnificent sunsets, and oodles of stars. We are located at 622 Thompson Road, Kula, HI 96790.

The Star Lookout is the perfect retreat for nature lovers, star gazers, writers, outdoor enthusiasts, honeymooners, and well, just about anyone wanting to get away from it all. The Star Lookout is a one-in-a-million property with unobstructed views of both shores of Maui. To the south, the community of Kihei and glimpses of neighboring islands. To the north, Kahului and views of north shore beaches and sugar cane fields. The entire property is surrounded by pasture with grazing cattle and wild Axis deer. We have two pet sheep in our own small pasture, and there are resident cats that may try to keep you company on the lanai!

We are a permitted, legal vacation cottage as of April, 2009:
Ordinance #3627
Bill No. 14; CP 2002/0009
For assistance please call 907-250-2364.

Property manager

Janice Tower

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Exterior

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-023-741-2352-01, GE-023-741-2352-01, 220010540000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Heaven Earth Upcountry Maui House Kula
Heaven Earth Upcountry Maui House
Heaven Earth Upcountry Maui Kula
Heaven Earth Upcountry Maui
Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui Kula
Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui Cottage
Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui Cottage Kula
5642

About the area

Map
Kula, HI

What's nearby

  • Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 48 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 53 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Keawakapu Beach North - 61 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Wailea Beach - 66 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Makena State Park Beach - 75 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lappert's Hawai'i - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Botero Bar - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Manoli's Pizza Company - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Oao - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui located?

Situated in Kula, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kaiser Permanente and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Sun Yat-sen Park. Kula Botanical Garden and Aliʻi Kula Lavender are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary E.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing home with spectacular views ( & cats & sheep)
Star Lookout is located in upland Maui - the cottage has spectacular views of both east and west maui and amazing views of the night sky - so wonderful we deliberately got up in the middle of the night to see it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jayant P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Nice place with good location. However, my son missed his morning coffee since there was none. In the bathroom, there was only a bar soap. For the price paid, would expect some standard amenities. We would have liked if Ray’s Cat gave us some space and privacy to enjoy the patio for our prayer and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz P., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlight of Maui trip!
Outstanding property, outstanding host! Every bit of this sweet cottage made us feel at home and welcomed. The little details (like books and games and binoculars) and our feline visitors (shout out to Gin and Tawny) made this unforgettable. It's so peaceful and quiet and you can see straws for miles, not to mention the gorgeous Maui coastline. Loved the sheep and sightings of deer, birds and chickens. Apparently the road is one of the best in Maui for walking/running, you get the coast on one side and sweeping views of the emerald, undulating hills on the other. Waling distance to an adorable coffee shop. We love this place! Mahalo Janice, Ray and Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We have stayed here many times and each time is perfect. Tranquil, restful and stunning with dramatic cloud displays and grazing deer putting on a show for us. When I am tired and worn out I plan to return here and if that's not possible, I will return here in my mind. Thank you for sharing this special spot with us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
I cannot say enough good things about this place. The pictures seem almost too good to be true online, but then when you get here, you realize that the pictures cannot capture the beauty. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Stellar Visit
We try to return at least twice a year in spite of living just a short distance away. It is wonderfully restoring to be here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hank B., Huntington Beach and sometimes Maui

Liked: Cleanliness
ʻOia mau nō! (same as ever!)
Our third visit to The Star Lookout, and nothing has changed one bit really since our last trip in 2019. Seeing Ray once again was absolutely priceless, and hanging-out with Gin & Tonic (the cats) was perfect for us, as we have a pair just like them at home. Talk about "all the comforts" of home, we love those cats. The Star Lookout is the place to admire God's Art Gallery, both day and night. I am still honored to have contributed photos to the website of the night sky. This trip the clouds were playing and we shot day/night 4k timelapse and counted over 100 deer running in the wild. Janice, you really are a blessing to all of us who have experienced this place. Mahalo nui loa for sharing this amazing house with those of us who are able to stay here even for one night. There is no other place on Maui like this, but no kinder hosts and caretakers either. We sure love you people, and the house. I am already planning for next summer. Aloha, and fo shua, a hui ho! H&S
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We love Star Lookout. Will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Star Lookout
This is a very comfortable small house in a unique and different location at 3,000 feet elevation overlooking Maalea Bay, on a country road. Great views and lots of privacy and peace and quiet.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W., Eugene, Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A real hidden prize!
In researching Maui before this visit (our first), we were surprised and intrigued to read about the upcountry region on the flanks of Haleakala. We hoped staying here would give us a flavor of the area. It was even better than we had hoped! A wonderful small cottage with a glorious view. The caretaker was very helpful, not only about the cottage itself but also with advice about shopping etc. (The cottage is fairly isolated, although shopping is not far if you know where to go.) We would definitely want to come back here on any future visit to Maui.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sublime Getaway
We live on Maui and like to spend 3 nights at Star Lookout about every 3 or 4 months. It is a beautiful, relaxing experience. Especially beautiful is the expansive sky, ever changing from sunrise to sunset. We also enjoy the hot tub and the fire pit or the wood burning stove and walks along pastoral Thompson Road at the top of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Highlight of our Maui trip.
Of all the places I have traveled, when I tell you this is my FAVORITE vacation rental I have ever stayed at, I mean it. I could go on and on about this amazing cottage and property. We stayed for two nights and didn't want to leave. We sat on the deck right until 11am (check out time) to soak in every last breathtaking view. A few things we loved about the property: - The views (obviously) - The sunrises and sunsets (you have great views for both) - The character of the cottage - so nicely decorated - The hot tub! - Gin & Tonic, the property cats - The property sheep (forget their names!) - The fruit available to pick on the property (limes, tangerines, lemons & more) - Close to Haleakala - Up the street from Grandma's Coffeehouse (try the coconut crusted french toast & their chai latte) - & many many other things. As mentioned, I could go on and on. It was a dream. We WILL be back. Hopefully sooner rather than later.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love Star Lookout
and intend to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna G., Middletown

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Absolute Favorite
Our stay here in Kula was a D R E A M . The view is encapsulating at every second of the day, and absolutely never gets old. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, and loved the view from the bed. The little kitchen were perfect, but the deck was where we spent the majority of our time. We made good friends with their cats, Gin and Tonic, and enjoyed watching Lenny and Squiggy and the herds of Axis in the fields ( thank you for providing binochulars!) The sunsets were incredible, and we even ventured out to grab some pizza at Marlow in Makawao and ended up grabbing a beer at Mahalo Aleworks next door, because they had live music going, and it turned out they were partnered, so we could eat the pizza inside! As an East Coaster/ Self-Proclaimed New Haven Pizza Elistist, I really enjoyed the white mushroom pizza, and the sour beers at Mahalo were a delight! This was the absolute highlight of our trip. We loved every second here. We got in our car at 10:59am on the day of our checkout and literally shed a tear, because we didnt want to leave. We can't wait to come back one day. Thank you so much for the opportunity to experience this absolute piece of Heaven. Mahalo. Dee & Kris
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Literally the nicest place ive ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Our family enjoyed staying at this beautiful place. Great location and perfect for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G., Sonoma County

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply perfect
I didn’t think my second stay could be better than my first but it was!! The location and views are amazing! If I am fortunate to stay a third time I am certain it will be “Heaven on Earth!” Thank you Janice for sharing your beautiful home will my family:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Maui
We had an amazing time in the Upcountry thanks to this amazing cottage. It was so comfortable and the views were stunning no matter the time of day. The outdoor firepit was put to good use, even in the summer as the nights were cool. And sitting in the hot tub enjoying the stars was an experience not to be missed. Add in the wonderful resident sheep, cats and local deer and birds, and this was a rejuvenating stay for the whole family. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna L., Alameda, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway for one
This is the perfect destination if you want to get away from it all! Quiet and serene, it is a place to unplug and watch the sunsets and stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to unplug. Beautiful views from deck and amazing view of the stars.
Great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul F., Apex

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We were only able to stay for 2 nights, which was way too short, but this is an outstanding place to stay in upcountry Maui. Sitting at 3000 feet above sea level, there were great views of both coasts as well as Haleakala. It was also fun to enjoy goats and deer grazing and playing nearby. At night we were able to enjoy the sunset and then the multitude of stars coming out shortly afterward. We will absolutely look into staying here again when we return to Maui.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
MY FAVORITE PLACE ON MAUI TRIP!!!!! A-MAZ-ING VIEWS!!
Just can't say enough about how much we loved this place. We stayed 3 different places on Maui in 1 week and this was my favorite!! :) Basecamp for 2 nights to check out Haleakala. Compact and cute. Bed seems odd at first, crammed into the corner with the windows -- but OMG, so fantastic to have arrived/slept in the dark, seeing the lights that I knew were Kihei and Kapulua and then waking up to see it all in daylight. And the 2 friendly sheep just outside. And the bed was sooooo comfy. And the gas stove is amazing - kitchen more than well equipped and great basic supply of spices. Deer heard seen daily off the back deck; we were able to count at least 39 of them at a time. Make sure to check out the book recommended on the tackboard that reveals the past about the owners -- how COOL!!!!! Host was immediate communicative on anything needed. Stars were gorgeous. Used the hot tub - wonderful, plenty hot. Friendly cat greeted us every time we were outdoors. We picked a few oranges and limes while there in March. The herbs were not in season. Noticed the male owner of the place roadbiking along the lane ; was nice to say hi. Didn't know his back story at the time. Humble lovely man. Loved, loved, loved this place. Has a guestbook - we left a note. "Good to know": - Wifi not working on arrival, because it had been unplugged,. I'm decently tech savvy and was able to reconnect and get it working without bugging the host - laundry is mentioned in the listing but couldn't find it described in the host book. Contacted host via VRBO and learned it is in an outdoor laundry house up behind the owner's home. You need to walk by the owner's doors/windows to use -- they didn't seem to mind at all, I asked ahead of time just to be courteous. Worked very well. - hot tub is not connected directly to the unit. It's about 30 yards away. Easy to get to and use, but it's actually somewhat between this VRBO and the host's house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place to Stay in Maui
I stayed here a few years ago and thoroughly enjoyed myself. So I returned to have an even better time than my last visit. As soon as I stepped out of my car, there was a noticeable peacefulness that just enveloped me. The garden is beautifully maintained. There are fruit trees with yummy tangerines. The view from the deck is absolutely breathtaking. The skyline is constantly changing. The view at sunset is absolutely breathtaking. The deck offers privacy. I had most meals here while I admired the view. The inside of the cottage is kept sparkling clean. The fridge was spacious enough for all of my groceries from Mana. The kitchen had everything I needed to cook simple meals. One of my favorite parts of the cottage is the bed that has an amazing view of the skyline. I can also view the sheep. The bed is super comfortable and the sheets were very nice quality. The bathroom has lots of natural light. The shower is beautiful. One of the biggest reasons for returning to this property is to see the cows and sheep. They are peaceful to be around. The walk on the road is special too. The property manager is friendly and pleasant. Janice was very responsive as well. Thank you for allowing me to stay at this very special place, Janice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Swapna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unmatched beauty in the Upcountry!
Absolutely loved the Star Cottage- unbeatable views and upcountry location. Spent evenings relaxing on the deck watching the sunset after day trips all around the island. Easy drives to the beaches, grocery stores, farmers markets, airport, and the mountains. Great starting point for the 'Road to Hana' and to drive to see sunrise on Haleakala. Owner is very nice and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Kula
Structure Type
Cottage