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Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea!

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Just steps from some of the most beautiful coastline on Oahu
Aloha and welcome!
Exterior detail
Open concept kitchen/dining
Living room area is air conditioned for cool escape after a day in the sun

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8122.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Haleiwa, HI
  • Banzai Pipeline
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Waimea Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 King/Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea!

E Komo Mai! Welcome to this special corner of North Shore Oahu paradise! Located just steps from some of the most beautiful coastline on Oahu, this cozy and comfortable surf cottage is the ideal spot for your next Hawaii escape.

Charming coastal decor will make you feel instantly relaxed and at home. Fully equipped open-concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island seating creates the perfect gathering place for friends and family. If you choose not to cook, you can walk or bike along the shaded bike path to grab a garlic shrimp plate or fresh fish taco from the nearby Pupukea food trucks (Bike rentals available just down the road).

Enjoy indoor-outdoor Hawaii style living in the screened in lanai/porch area. Surrounded by tropical palm trees and gentle breezes, this is the ideal space to relax and unwind after a busy day of island adventures.

The surf cottage is NOT oceanfront however your private beach access gate leads you to a short pathway directly to the sand (a two minute walk!). Enjoy fun-filled beach days, romantic sunsets, or collecting precious shells- and then walk home to rinse off salt and sand in the outdoor shower. As an added bonus Shark's Cove, one of Hawaii's best snorkeling spots, is just a few minutes from the home.

If you are looking for an aloha-filled island oasis near all of the fun and adventure of the north shore, look no further than Hale Makai, your surf cottage by the Sea!

**Air conditioning in 3/4 bedrooms and living room area.

**VRBO/google maps pins this home as directly "on the beach"- it is not directly oceanfront but on a flag lot with one home in between this property and the sand.

**Please ask about our favorite north shore activities, beaches, hikes, dining etc. We enjoy helping our guests create fun and memorable Oahu experiences!

**COVID-19 Update: We disinfect every surface after *every* check-out.. The home has contactless check-in, its own private entrance, and is completely private for your own use.

**Rates may vary depending on time of stay, time of booking, occupancy, and any applied discounts.

**In compliance with Hawaii vacation rental laws, this property is held for your exclusive use for a period of 30 days or greater regardless of your actual length of stay. Please contact owner for details or questions regarding availability.

TAT TAX ID : TA-114-058-4448-01
GE TAX ID: GE-114-058-4448-01

Check in 3pm

Check out 10 am

Property manager

Kama'aina Hale

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Night time quiet hours between 10pm and 9am

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-114-058-4448-01, 1590030110001, GE-114-058-4448-01

About the area

Haleiwa

Haleiwa is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Polynesian Cultural Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sunset Beach and Turtle Bay Beach. Waimea Arboretum and Botanical Garden and Kuuloa Kai Charters are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Banzai Pipeline - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunset Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pupukea Beach Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sharks Cove - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Waimea Bay - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matsumoto Shave Ice - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ted's Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toa Luau - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Haleiwa Bowls - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Teddy's Bigger Burgers - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Makai - Charming Surf Cottage By The Sea! located?

Situated in Haleiwa, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach. Ehukai Beach and Rock Piles Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for the holidays

We stayed in this cottage for the holidays (Thanksgiving-Christmas 2024; 32 days). Our adult kids live on the North Shore. The cottage location was evenly situated between their homes. The spacious, single level layout and lanai were perfect for hosting the holidays for our local family & friends. The house was clean, spacious, and comfortable for our group. Having 4 bedrooms allowed our kids to have their own space, for their own “Staycation” when their schedules allowed. The food trucks and Foodland market are so close and convenient. We got very lucky with our timing & location, we were able to walk, from our cottage to both pipemaster (@pipeline) and the Eddie Aikau (@waimea) surfing events. The private beach access offers a 2 min walk to Ke Iki beach from the cottage. The private & gated carport was perfect for our large truck and security. There’s a great bike/walking path and plenty of visitor parking right outside the front gate. The property manager and owner are very accommodating, friendly and quick to respond. I will definitely rent this cottage again.
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great

Fine
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home in great location

We had a great stay at Hale Makai. This is a very comfortable home in a great location on the North Shore of Oahu. The property was clean and comfortable with nice touches provided like coffee and a huge back of local cookies. There is a of beach equipment provided at this property including beach towels, snorkelling gear, abeach chair, etc. A short walk to Ke Iki beach which is great but the currents were quite strong there during our visit, so we went to other beaches nearby. The house is close to lots of great North Shore beaches. It's a short 10-minute walk to Pupukea beach and shops, which was very convenient and to Sharks Cove beach - great for snorkelling! It's also a very secure property with security codes for the front gate and the driveway and a high fence all round. My only gripe is that some bedrooms have ceiling fans but the Master bedroom did not. The Master had a AC unit that was quite noisy to run. This is a personal preference for me for ceiling fans, so not a major issue if you prefer AC. The TV had some connection issues during our stay but the property manager was very responsive when we raised our concerns about this and did a great job following up with us on this. Overall this was a great property on the North Shore and I recommend it for both families and groups of adults.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ferienhaus Pupukea

Für uns war es ein wundervoller Aufenthalt in dem (fast) direkt am Strand liegenden Ferienhaus. Die Ausstattung ist sehr gut. Wir 2 Familien haben uns zum größten Teil selbst versorgt und fanden hierfür sehr gute Bedingungen vor. Der in 2 Minuten erreichbare Strand ist für uns der schönste der gesamten Insel!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nanci B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great vacation despite the lodging.

Upon arrival there was a stench that smelled like a dead animal. I cleaned the bed linens which helped but 3/4 mattresses need replacing. Lise refunded me $200 for my trouble. The house is charming and worked well for my family of 5, but Extremely dirty!! We found hair and products in the hall shower. There was a sea of cockroaches in the backyard and several in the house plus ants and a few spiders. When I mentioned this to Lise, she said they exterminate but it must have been at the end of the cycle. Also the couch and coffee table were dirty and there were layers of dust on the doors and some furniture. Coffee mugs needed to be soaked and cleaned, short on wine glasses and bowls. Only a few houses from the beautiful beach with a private path, but it was overgrown and hard to maneuver. Also, for being a beach house, it would have been nice to have beach chairs! I rented them from the surf shop truck next to Foodland. It made the beach much more enjoyable! Nice bike/walking path and the location made getting around the island easy—especially North Shore, but right on a noisy road which woke us several times. Overall good location but needs a deep clean, new mattresses, and kitchen updates.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D., Rio Rancho, NM, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is key

30 second walk to probably one of the best beaches on the island. Comfortable with good access to food trucks and FoodLand by foot. Nice paved bike path. Large vehicle makes parking in the car port tough, but not impossible. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic and Charming

The cottage was wonderful and in a perfect location. 3 houses and 1 minute walk away from gorgeous Sunset Beach. Updated and tasteful. Some of the beds need to be replaced as we could feel the coils of the mattress but master very comfortable. Overall a great house and we will definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOCATION!

This is where you want to stay! Great neighborhood, cool North Shore vibe, close.to.everything! Great beaches all around, including the one out your back door. Great landing spot for our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Joel B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Nice Enough Place

The place was nice. The beds were not comfortable at all. They need to be updated for sure but it worked for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & the perfect property!

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! We were so centrally located and close to everything. A short walk to the beach, a bike ride away from Pipeline and walking distance to Foodland and food trucks. The photos did not do the house justice. It was spacious and fit our family of 6 perfectly! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!!!

Beautiful! Close to gorgeous beaches and downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for our family trip!

Our family of 5 stayed here during our recent trip to O’ahu. Hale Makai had all of the amenities & provisions needed to make our vacation perfect! The location is a short walk to the beach and food trucks. Property manager was very nice and helpful; communication was easy & prompt. Mahalo nui loa again for allowing us to stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip to Oahu

We had a fabulous time! The property was clean, was a short walk to the beach and was super close to lots of activities on the North Shore. Mahalo for such a great house in a wonderful location!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rue M., Canyon lake ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Great place for our family. Great location walking distance to the food trucks and grocery store. A wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House and Location

We had a great time staying at this home. Beautiful home and great location. Easy walk to Shark's Cover and other attractions. Easy drive to other North Shore locations. Would 100% visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

carla g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation

Amazing and beautiful house on the beach side. Lots of space for a big family. Best beach on the island for us. Perfect location. Will be back for sure. ♥️
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

Our stay was fabulous....house was perfect for families and kids. The beach is right there and the other spots to see are easy to find from from the house. Also very close to Food Land and the food trucks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

pamela c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect holiday in Haleiwa

We went with 4 adults and 3 teens. Everyone felt it was the best vacation we have ever had. We swam, snorkeled, hiked, ran, wave bobbed in the day and had great family time around the dinner table and played games at night in the lounge or screened in porch. The house was cozy and comfortable. the location can’t be beat. The host, Lisa, was very prompt with communication and shared so much information it made our vacation very relaxing. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Beach House!

We had a fantastic stay in this home! There was plenty of space for our family. The beds were comfortable and the decor was tastefully done. We weren’t able to figure out how to connect the WiFi to the Smart TV. We probably could have done it if we had had an HDMI adaptor. The WiFi was otherwise very good. The proximity to the beach - which was beautiful and relatively uncrowded - was great. We were under the impression that the house was on the beach but it is actually a few houses back and accessed by walking through the side yard of the homes closer to the beach. That said, it was quick and easy to get to the beach. We love the house and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathy n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful family vacation

My family and my sisters family took a two week dream vacation on Oahu and this house was the perfect setting. It had plenty of room and was very cozy. Steps away from the beach to watch the sunset every night and a short walk to sharks cove and other amazing beaches. We also loved the food trucks! Truly a special place oh and we enjoyed all of the clickers and roosters too. Mahalo to the owner she was very helpful. We are sad to leave
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

heather l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We all loved it on the house we had a great time

The house was very clean
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lale A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family vacation!

This house is in a wonderful location just steps from a beautiful, uncrowded beach, very close to grocery store and fun food trucks, just minutes to shops at Old Haleiwa, many popular beaches, and Waimea Falls and Botanical Gardens. The house is beautiful, clean and comfortable. The notebook with suggestions for things to do and places to eat was wonderful. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home and privacy and crazy awesome beach access close by.

Family stay for spring break was stellar. Quick and simple access to the beautiful beaches. Host communication is amazing and couldn’t ask for a better host for our family vacation! Thank you so much! We stay in the north shore multiple times per year and this was our best experience to date!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property.

I was very happy with my stay here. The house was situated in a very nice area of the north shore and the beaches were beautiful. It was unfortunate that the waves were seasonly large and made swimming dangerous--this is not something the property could control, but if you consider staying here check on the reports. The kitchen was well stocked with spices, plates, silverware, etc. It had everything we needed. Access to the beach was easy and very close. Overall, there were very few set backs and a lot of positives about this property. I would definitely recommend it and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!!

It was heaven having the beach just a short walk from the house. The location is just minutes away from amazing food trucks and other fun activities. I had to bring my work with me unfortunately, but the wifi and quiet location worked out great. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kama'aina Hale

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Growing up and now raising our own children here in Hawaii, we feel truly blessed to call the island of Oahu our forever home. We enjoy sharing the spirit of true aloha with visitors from around the world. Mahalo nui loa for staying with us!

Why they chose this property

Waikiki may be for some, but the north shore delivers a less touristy and true Hawaii vibe. Whether it be grabbing a local style plate lunch from a nearby food truck, catching a world renowned surf competition, or collecting shells on some of the island's most beautiful shores, you won't regret staying along this magnificent coastline.

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