Classic Beachfront Studio Apartment Right On Charley Young Beach

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

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Parking available
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Kihei, HI

Kamaole Beach Park
‪7 min walk‬
Kamaole Beach Park 3
‪19 min walk‬
Wailea Beach
‪13 min drive‬
Kahului, HI (OGG)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Say Aloha to this beautiful, oceanfront property and charming 2nd floor studio perched on a bluff overlooking Charley Young Beach.

True Hawaiian style is based on informality and lacks pretense. That's exactly what you’ll find here, a humble home situated on a spectacular oceanfront parcel of land in an old neighborhood. The studio apartment is in the back of the main house on the 2nd floor. The building is a weathered wood-frame structure and the interior is nicely appointed with an heirloom-style dining table and 2 chairs, Queen bed and a couch that pulls out into a full bed.
There are ocean views throughout the apartment and a screen door that opens up onto a small balcony with a garden view and just beyond that, a sandy beach. Has a private entrance, fully-equipped kitchen, bathroom with bath and beach towels. Amenities include air-conditioning, WI-FI, flat-screen T.V., 2 beach chairs, umbrella, and 10-quart cooler.

Perfectly accommodates 2 guests but can sleep 3 people with the additional sleeper sofa.

The beach is a 30 second walk from the apartment. The front of the house has a spacious lawn with palm trees overlooking the ocean. Feel free to use the front yard, hammock and lounge chairs anytime.
The backyard is off limits, it is the work facility & storage area for our housekeeping and landscape maintenance.

The Neighborhood
Charley Young Beach Park is well known for it's gentle surf and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, stand up paddle, fishing, and there's miles of sandy beach to walk in either direction. Most everything is a short car ride or walking distance to the beach house- grocery stores, farmers markets, coffee shops, cafes, restaurants and fine dining, shopping, entertainment, and all the accoutrements you can think of to keep happy and comfortable during your stay.

Other Things To Note
Remember that Hawaii is located in the sub tropics where plants, birds and insects are all part of the natural environment. We go through great lengths to clean and keep the studio bug free. Still, you may see an occasional critter. If you stay with us, you can help by emptying your trash everyday and not leaving any food out.

E Komo Mai! Welcome! We hope our guests enjoy the studio's vintage charm and the incredible beachfront property.

HAWAII TAX I.D. #W20625782-01

Property manager

Derrick & Arlene Salomon

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

To put things simply, this is our home. In addition to it's idyllic location, it is a place with incredible soul and history of Aloha and hospitality.

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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 GE-039-623-0656-01, 390050210008, W20625782-01

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kihei

Located in Kihei, this apartment is on the beach. Kamalo Wharf and Kaʻahumanu Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Maui Nui Golf Club and Maui Brewing Co.. Maui Fish Pipe and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters 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 and horse riding nearby.

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Kihei, HI

What's nearby

Kamaole Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Kamaole Beach Park 2 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Keawakapu Beach North - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Wailea Beach - 13 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Kahului, HI (OGG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kihei Caffe - ‬12 min walk
‪Kihei Caffe - ‬12 min walk
‪Tradewinds Poolside Cafe - ‬6 min walk
‪Paia Fish Market South Side - ‬13 min walk
‪Three's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Beachfront Studio Apartment Right On Charley Young Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Beachfront Studio Apartment Right On Charley Young Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Beachfront Studio Apartment Right On Charley Young Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Beachfront Studio Apartment Right On Charley Young Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kihei apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Charley Young Beach and Cove Park. Kamaole Beach Park and Kalama Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

9.6

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

2 February 2025

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

Perfect location

We had a great ocean view from our upstairs studio. It was very spacious. The very short walk to the beach was perfect. Parking on the street or in the nearby parking lot was easy. The studio had an air conditioner but we left it off and opened the windows for a wonderful breeze.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

31 January 2025

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

Perfect spot right on the beach

This is a wonderful space with a full kitchen and view of the ocean. You can hear the waves through the open window. There's a good AC unit for the hotter days. The shower has good hot water and pressure. There is plenty of seating to just relax and enjoy the view and sounds. There is direct access to Charley Young beach park which is just as lovely as you can imagine. But it's also right on the main road to everything you need in Kihei. Walking distance to Kihei Kalama village. I wish I was still there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy T.

21 January 2025

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

Great location

The unit was very roomy for a studio apartment and the location was excellent. It is only maybe 30 yards to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 January 2025

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

Clean, comfortable and great beach

We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay, including beach chairs and towels for the Charley Young Beach which is a great sandy beach with excellent sunsets seen from the beach or the deck. You can’t beat the location!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

9 May 2024

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

Hawaiian Beach Vacation

About what we expected, was nice looking out the window and seeing the beach and ocean. Slept with the windows open and fell asleep to the sound of the waves. Location was perfect, parking was sometimes a challenge as there is no designated spots for this property. I would say the one thing that we weren't happy with was the towels didn't smell very good.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., United States

19 February 2024

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

Another great stay

This is our fourth time staying at this property! It’s a great location and the studio is charming and comfortable. We watched whales breach from the patio. The location is on one of the best beaches in Maui. We used this as a home base to explore the island! We also appreciated the beach amenities Derrick and Arlene provided—chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and more!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamilyn H.

14 February 2024

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

Perfect location

This is the best location ever!! The view is phenomenal and the access is great. Easy walk to the beach and any place you need to get - restaurants, stores, coffee, activities - everything!! Manager is on the property and very helpful with anything you might need. An absolute gem!!!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris p.

15 January 2024

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

5 day stay January 2024

We really didn't know the history of the house until we talked to the owner. This is actually is the Charlie Young house. The current owner and his family co-own the house and kept it in the family. This house is right on the beach. This is not a new house. It was built after the war. It has some age, but also charm. Did I mention it was on the beach. Charlie Young beach and the start of Kamaole beach #1. The surf sound is almost to loud if you open all the windows. We watched most sunsets from the lawn of the property. Again this is not a new property or 5 star. But we had no problems and the owners were the kindest people. We also had a private parking space. Thanks Derrick and Arlene

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ricky P.

8 March 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location

Good location just off the beach with close proximity to shops, stores, and restaurants. Unfortunately we notified the property manager early in our 14 day stay that we had a bad kitchen faucet (leaky) and it was not fixed at the end of our stay. Some of the windows will not open properly and the lock on the sliding glass door is very difficult to use

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Korrine M.

21 February 2023

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

Perfect for 2 on a budget

Only complaints, walls are supper thin and windows are louver not solid so you hear everything. Pretty quiet neighborhood so first part of stay was great waking up to the waves, but the early garbage truck that come two days during our stay and loud second neighbors were awful! So if you are a light sleeper might want to bring a sound machine. Shades were shear so thankful it was private, but we still kept the lights low. The yard to use you have to go out around the house, down the street to the opening in the gate to use, kind of weird. Also not enough towels for 4+ day stay, 1 per person with no washing machine is not enough. Thankfully we were there only 5 days or I would have requested clean towels. The shower and kitchen sink are tricky to turn on and off. Last the sliding glass door is really hard to lock. Other then that loved the location and it fit in our budget.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

24 January 2023

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

On the beach

Host was very responsive throughout. We arrived well before check in and he graciously provided early access. Home is steps from a great beach with sunset views from the unit. Plenty of great beach equipment. We loved listening to the sound of waves at night. This property was a great value!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina

4 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great property and attentive hosts!

8/10 Good

Brian B.

19 December 2022

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

Unbeatable Location

First things first, the location is unreal. Steps from one of the best kept secret beaches on Maui. White sand, calm waters, and tide pools with numerous turtles and wildlife. Close to ABC and other shops and restaurants as well. The property itself is a no-frills kind of place, which is perfectly fine and what I was expecting. Two things I want to mention. First being the poor sound-proofing between neighbors. The people in the unit next to us by no means were being loud or unruly, but we could hear very clearly everything that was said or going on. It legitimately was like we had a third person in bed with us snoring. Second, the cleaning and general state of the unit was honestly a bit in disarray. Toothpaste scum all over the bathroom faucet, kitchen cabinets not closing/hanging off, the shower hot water dial being nearly impossible to figure out. If sound doesn’t bug you or it being a tad dated, this place really is a fantastic deal.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

24 November 2022

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

The Sea at my Footsteps

I had a wonderful stay here. The proximity to the ocean was perfect. I thoroughly enjoyed falling asleep to the sound of the waves. The property was clean and very private. I would recommend Blue Water Rafting for a snorkeling trip that was recommended to me by Derrick. Aloha!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

gary l.

18 November 2022

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

A most enjoyable stay

What a great location! We loved falling asleep and waking to the sound of the surf and wind rustling the palm trees. This beachfront studio is just what we had in mind for a convenient place to stay for our 6 days on Maui. Derrick and Arlene were very friendly and accommodating hosts. They provided us with beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, a propane grill, fresh bananas from their tree, and helpful advise regarding places to visit on the island. The unit is equipped with everything you would need, and is conveniently located within walking or short driving distance to restaurants, food trucks, and grocery stores. And of course...the beach. It's right out your window! We enjoyed swimming and napping on Charlie Young beach, and watching sunset from the sand, or the deck. You can't go wrong with this place if you don't have a big group.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zach W., Oakland, California

12 March 2022

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

Amazing, comfortable apartment in fantastic location

We were so happy with our stay. Derrick was welcoming and kind. We felt immediately comfortable in the space. The apartment had everything we needed, and was very clean. The location is incredible: a view of the ocean from the unit's balcony, a close walk to a fantastic beach, and a ton of great food nearby. The grassy oceanfront yard was also awesome for whale watching and relaxing. It's a special place!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

27 February 2022

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

affordable beach apartment

The location of this vacation rental is fabulous. We were able to walk from the door to the beach (one of the best beaches on the island) in 30 seconds. The hosts are generous with sharing beach items such as chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, towels, and snorkeling gear. Kihei is centrally located on the island and worked well for easy day trips to Haleakala, Lahaina, Hana, Wailea, the harbor at Ma'alea and other West Maui sights. The apartment itself is simple and older, but has a nice view of the ocean and the afternoon breezes kept the temperature very comfortable without needing to use the air conditioner. The bed is comfortable. We were happy with our stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

12 February 2022

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

Amazing beach location!

Lovely beach, could stay here forever :)

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Susan S.

16 January 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location on the beach.

The property is tired and in need of updates and maintenance. Has everything you need for your stay if you aren’t looking for anything fancy! The view of the ocean from the small deck can’t be beat!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadolyn M.

22 November 2021

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

Rustic paradise cottage

Excellent view and location ❤️🐳 we were able to cook and grill, walking distance to restaurants, grocery’s etc. Derrick & wife were excellent host. Our age 69 & 58🦋🌺🐳

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., United States

7 November 2021

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

Wonderful place!!!

We loved staying in this comfy studio—everything about it was wonderful—the location, the amenities, the views, and the generous hosts! We used this as a base camp for our adventures around Maui. We will be back!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

9 July 2021

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

More than a beach apartment

Staying at Derrick’s property was a true Hawaiian experience. The apartments view of the ocean and proximity to the beach make this the perfect getaway. The apartment had everything we needed and is an easy walk to restaurants and shopping. This is a very cool place nestled in Kihei and we would absolutely recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T., Stuart, FL USA

19 April 2021

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

Prefect location

This property couldn’t be in a more perfect location. Second floor unit made the winds nice blowing through the unit. Located is within walking distance to all the restaurants as well as numerous parks and beaches. If you’re looking to be comfortable, conveniently located and surrounded by locals....this is the perfect spot. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay here again. Thank you to Derrick for being a good host and sharing your home with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Stanford

1 April 2021

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

Second honeymoon on the beach

My 83 year old husband and I stayed at the Classic Beachfront Studio for a third time to celebrate our 8th wedding anniversary. The studio is very vintage chic with beautiful photographs and sweet design elements. We greatly enjoy being literally steps away from Charlie Young beach so we can walk at sunrise and sunset, boogie board late afternoon and try a bit of snorkeling while hiking every other day upcountry. Derrick has added an air conditioner which helps with the warm midday while the rest of the time we kept the louvers open so the trade winds carressing us which is wonderful, with a gorgeous view of the ocean all the time. Derrick is very knowledgeable about places to hike and snorkel as well as restaurants and more and responds well to text messages or just a quick chat over the balcony. Thanks for another lovely time.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

12 February 2021

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

Perfect!

Just steps from the beach and also close to shops and restaurants. This was an awesome spot and Derrick was an excellent host. Would highly recommend and can't wait to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Derrick & Arlene Salomon

Family owned, my husband Derrick was born and raised on Maui in this house. He is a Real Estate Agent, an amazing Chef and has been in the hospitality business for many years. I have lived on Maui for over 30 years and work in landscape and interior design.
We both love to hike & botanize, cook & entertain, farm & garden, and watch T.V. in each others arms.

Why they chose this property

This is the original Charley Young Beach House.
The property has been in the family for generations and is situated at the entrance to one of the best beach parks on Maui, Charley Young Beach, which is named after our grandfather, Charley Young, who came to Hawai'i in 1932 as a military reporter to cover the infamous Massie Trial. Settling on Maui, he purchased this oceanfront parcel and built a house for himself and his wife, Betty, and became a well known public figure and reporter for the Maui News and Honolulu Star-Bulletin in the 1940’s and 50’s. The house still stands today, relatively unchanged with all of it’s ‘Old Hawai’i’ charm, telling generations of family history.

What makes this property unique

The word that comes to mind is Vintage charm. This is the place to be if you want an authentic Maui experience and refreshing alternative from a condo or resort environment.

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