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Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom46 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches

This unique and romantic two story, one bedroom house is nestled in a mango tree. The house is an A-frame structure with high ceilings and skylights making it bright and airy. It is located less than a mile from the bohemian town of Paia and all North Shore beaches. The closest beach access is Kuau Beach, Kuau point, three blocks, and Hookipa Beach less than a mile.
The second floor bedroom has a queen size bed with French doors that open up to the private lanai and a window AC unit.The main floor has a living area with a full size futon/couch, a full kitchen and a marble tile bathroom with a jetted tub and shower combination. You can see just a small sliver of ocean from the second floor lanai, but we do not call it an ocean view. There is a patio just outside the house, with an outdoor grill, outdoor shower to remove the sand from your day at the beach and your own private parking area.

If you have a larger group, our Green Turtle House is on the same property and can be rented as a two bedroom house. Please see listing: VRBO #720946

We are a certified vacation rental permit #2017/0001.

Property manager

Poni

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 495 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 GE-044-907-5200-01, TA-044-907-5200-01, 2260100060000

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Paia, HI

What's nearby

  • Paia Bay - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kuau Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • H.A. Baldwin Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hookipa Beach Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Baldwin Beach - 7 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Paia Fish Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Flatbread Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tobi's Shave Ice - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Colleen's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches located?

Situated in Paia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Paia Bay and Kuau Bay Beach. Lower Paia Park and Hookipa Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Garrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with privacy
Even though Maui is so expensive that most people do not own acreage ......the way the home was situated and gardened made it both beautiful and private at the same time. It was very close to the beach and also to Paia town. It had an upper deck and a lower covered porch so plenty of outdoor areas to relax or eat. Was the perfect space for two adults and a child.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Charmingly Perfect Gingerbread House
My grandkids were born on the island, so I've had many occasions to visit Maui over the years. I love the north shore and always stay near Paia. This was my first time renting the Gingerbread House and I absolutely loved it! It was located perfectly between Paia and Ho'okipa Beach where my granddaughter surfs. It was spotless, well equipped and decorated with love. The upstairs bedroom was beautiful with a walkout onto the balcony lanai. The futon downstairs was made into a bed for my son. The kitchen had everything and the bathroom was gorgeous. Everything we needed was there. My son and I walked to nearby Ku'au Bay (5 minutes) and loved seeing the basking sea turtles. We ate dinner at Mama's Fish House (the best!) just a few minutes drive up Hana Highway. Paia is a short drive or 15 minute walk away. I would go back in a heartbeat and I would rent the Gingerbread House again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great but a few notes!
Overall we had a fantastic stay at the Gingerbread House. We loved Paia town and the surrounding areas. The house is clean, check in and communication was great, and the guidebook found in the house is so thoughtful-we used and loved all the recs and info! We also enjoyed the proximity to the Road to Hana, Haiku, and Makawao. Additionally, the house is easy to find and property and amenities like outdoor space and laundry were all great. Now a few things I wish I had known...The description is accurate in terms of distances, but this house is not really walkable to anything. The highway has no sidewalk and a super narrow shoulder, so this felt unsafe on the one walk we attempted. If you stay here, you'll definitely want a car even to make it to Paia or the closest beach. The other thing is that the bathroom is sunken down from the main level of the house and has a lot of slippery tile. Since this house has 3 levels, I would definitely not recommend it for anyone who struggles with balance or has mobility issues. Overall, the house is charming, but it is small and very open and the bathroom is dated and far from the main bedroom. We stayed with our 7-year-old (3 people total) and it felt very small. That said, if it is your goal to be out and explore, this is a good spot to land and is close to many awesome things.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A., Dallas, Texas, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was absolutely perfect! Great location, easy to get to anywhere on the island! Feels secluded but you can walk to the closest public beach within 6 minutes! We had an amazing stay at the cute Gingerbread House in Paia Town! ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great stay! Awesome relaxing place
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LORRAINE C G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Spot in Paia
Charming cottage in a quiet neighborhood just a short drive to downtown Paia.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gingerbread house
Perfect for a small group. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic Cottage
Very nice place in a convenient location away from the touristy side. We stayed in February for a little over a week and loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Denver, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Really cute little house in a stellar location
Very cute little place, really nice for the two of us to get away. The ocean breezes made it so nice to sit outside, and the indoors was cute and cozy. It was the perfect base to explore Paia, or walk 10 minutes the other way to watch the windsurfers.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., New Orleans

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home in an Excellent Location
My husband and I enjoyed staying at Poni's property. The house was super cute and Poni was a wonderful hostess. You are close to Paia town, with lots of places to eat and shopping - and it is only about a 30 minute drive to Kihei/Wailea if you want to head over there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

BryAnna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, quirky, safe, and peaceful 🌺
Our family of three really enjoyed our quiet stay at the Gingerbread house. We're not resort types and we love the Paia area, so this place was right up our alley. The host communicated well on all fronts and now that we're home I really miss hearing the waves crash on the beach and send me to sleep each night! Here's my summary: The "goods" - *clean *safe *comfortable *charming *quiet neighborhood *great hosts *awesome location for nearby explorations *good outdoor spaces (ocean views in just the right places) *BBQ was great *loved doing yoga each morning on the deck The "could be improved" - *windows/screens/AC made air circulation an art *bathroom is outdated (but our daughter loved the tub) and could be really amazing given the space *lighting upstairs is awkward/interesting 😜 *not the most well appointed (good steak knives go a long way) The "can't be helped" - *Family walks from this location just aren't safe. An adult couple could walk to nearby beaches using defensive walking skills, but we weren't about to do it as a family of three...which makes cocktail hour something we needed to be more aware of. The rate we paid was pretty high compared nearby rentals, they just weren't available at the time we made the reservation. A bag of local coffee and a small bowl of local fruit would go a long way considering this. We would rent the Gingerbread House again, but probably not at this rate.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Carla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location... Needs a little TLC
This property is unique and quite private for the residential location. The lanai is DREAMY! Well equipped kitchen. Needs some attention to detail such as lightbulb replacements and window repair/replacement. Also the gutter above lanai doors needs replacing. Nice guidebook/recommendations left by owner. Also needs a bit of updating. I would give it 5 stars but fir these little details. Also, dangerous road entrance. A mirror would help. We turned right to go left. (Turn around at Ku'au Store or condos) Overall, fantastic property. Convenient to most of the Island as day trips. I would recommend. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, adorable cottage
The Gingerbread House was a great location very near Paia town for our family trip. The upstairs bedroom was great with direct outdoor lanai access. Quite relaxing to hear the nearby ocean waves. Downstairs the futon worked well for the kids, but would be a bit tighter with larger children. The kitchen and bath weren't "new" but were completely comfortable and functional. The lanai even felt fairly private, given the nearby Green Turtle rental and neighbors. The location gives quick access to Paia (walking distance if you're so inclined), several nearby beaches, and the perfect place to begin the Road to Hana. Overall, we had a great 3 days in the Gingerbread House and would recommend for a home base on the Paia side of the island. Mahalo!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ted G., Reno

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky and comfortable
Close enough to town to walk, close to Mama's and things were as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great stay. Centrally located and clean. Loved the upstairs balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

FARZIN T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place. Clean. Kind managers. Private. Good location. Mahalo🙏👏♥️
Excellent experience. Nice and cozy villa with everything that you need to have a good time. I definitely recommend this place! Enjoy your stay :) Thank you owner and manager for your excellent customer service. Mahalo🙏🙏
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gingerbread House was as expected
Our stay at the Gingerbread House was as expected. I liked the bedroom being on 2nd floor as it offered better views and ventilation and it was nice to be away from the busyness of Paia. It was quiet and comfortable. Bathroom is on main level so need to be extra careful going down stairs in dark at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute place in great location
We had a great time at the Gingerbread House. It is in a great spot, very cute and loved staying there!

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy and unique property, loved my stay
Everything matches description, Rhea was quick to respond. Loved my time at this property and definitely would return.

10/10 Excellent

phil p.

As advertised
As other reviews note, this is a comfortable rental in a good location, with good amenities (laundry, snorkel gear etc). Only complaint is microwave is rusting and should be replaced. Nearby Kuau Store market (short walk) good for sandwiches etc and Mana market in town good for takeout. Cafe Mambo great bit much-hyped Mama's is exorbitantly over priced. Don't encourage them.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Cute place a short walk from the beach
Airy cottage with a cool layout. Fall asleep to the sound of the surf.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

carolyn s., Brookline

Charming, comfortable house, well-located for adventures.
My husband and I spent a delightful 4 nights at Gingerbread House. It's romantic, cute and cozy. The bathroom, located downstairs from the loft bedroom, has a luxurious open feel to it. We enjoyed the ocean breezes which waft through the large screened doors from the upper deck. It was great to be provided with everything we needed for a perfect beach day: chairs, snorkel gear, umbrella, towels, etc. The location is perfect for trips to the volcana and Hana highway. Just a few minor issues--the kitchen cooking supplies are in fair condition, making it difficult to cook a simple meal. The house is off the road and quiet, but there is a lot of traffic on the roads right around the house and it is not a particularly pleasant walk into Paia.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

laura r.

Delightful
Spent 6 nights at this delightful house. The house is a mile or so outside of Paia at the end of a street. Nice and quiet. Maui is all about the outdoors, and the house serves as a great departure route for beaches on both coasts, Haleakala, and the road to Hana. Nice sized bedroom on second floor with lots of natural light. Big bathroom. Smart design particularly for two. Small kitchen and living room with outdoor patio, where we ate our dinners.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

Cute, comfortable Paia property
We totally enjoyed our stay at the Gingerbread House. It was comfortable, convenient and private. I would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K., Seattle

Plenty of Space Indoors and Out!
Awesome evening location for kiters on the north shore. Close to Paia and the outdoor shower and area is great for cleaning and drying gear. We were in the Gingerbread in the middle of summer and it wasn't hot at night (no AC) - the fans did a great job keeping everyone cool - highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018