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

Vacation home in Paia with kitchen and balcony

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom495 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Paia, HI
  • Place, Paia Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuau Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoʻokipa Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kahului, HI (OGG)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Paia

This vacation home is a short stroll from Paia Bay and Kuau Bay Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Paia Bay - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuau Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mantokuji Soto Zen Temple of Maui - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hoʻokipa Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lower Paia Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kahului Airport (OGG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama's Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Minit Stop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Paia Fish Market Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Flatbread Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Paia Bay Coffee & Bar - ‬18 min walk

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 of the 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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • Snorkeling 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If this is your first time visiting Hawaii, please know that some insects and geckos may find their way into the house. They are a part of island livi

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number GE-044-907-5200-01, TA-044-907-5200-01, 2260100060000

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Paia, a short 6-minute walk from Paia Bay and also 11 minutes on foot from Kuau Bay Beach. You'll also find Hoʻokipa Beach Park and Kahului Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Kahului Airport (OGG), which is 7.5 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is West Maui Airport (JHM), which is around 19.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches?

Yes, every accommodation at Gingerbread House-Less than a mile from Paia town and all North Shore beaches comes with a balcony.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was very kind. There was a binder with so much information about the area that was truly helpful. We were not too far out of Paia where we were able to walk to town, one of the beaches, and the Kuau store.The house was the perfect size for our family. It was in a quiet area as well. The laundry was a welcome as we spent 2 weeks in Hawaii. We did not need anything at the house but did have a question and was promptly responded to.We even loved the Geckos. Many times we sat on the deck, relaxing, and had no problems.The light switches were all labeled so we didn’t have to struggle with that!Thank you a wonderful and memorable time!
The homey house at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the Gingerbread House!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean house, warm welcome, safe location, easy stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this home with its charm and accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Paia!

We loved our stay in Paia! The house was wonderful, clean, comfortable and a great location. Really close to a couple nice beaches and a short drive to town. Pro tip… have coffee on the balcony up stairs in the morning. There are a bunch of little geckos hanging out in the morning sunshine. 10/10 could come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerald G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surf

Great property that’s close to everything around. Nice owner and the privacy was nice.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We had a lovely stay at the spacious gingerbread house for a week. It was a great location very close to beautiful tide pools and fun town of Paia. Highly recommend this spot for a Maui vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best place to stay!!

The Gingerbread House was the best place for two sisters to enjoy a wonderful Maui experience. The place was adorable, clean and comfortable, equipped with everything vacationers would need to feel right at home. The central location was perfect so that we could travel the entire island without too much drive time. Enjoying evening hot tub soaks was an added bonus. We appreciated the tips and local insights in the notebook provided and took full advantage of each recommendation. Host, Poni, checked in with us even though we already had everything we needed. Would highly recommend to anyone who is comfortable with stairs and would definitely stay here again if visiting Maui in the future. Thanks again for making our dream visit a reality!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Draek B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection in Paradise

My partner and I said “this place is so cute!” more times than I can count. The house was super clean and the hosts made sure we had everything we needed. We loved having laundry access and a full kitchen! The Lanai was one of our favorite features. The guidebook was an amazing resource as well!We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

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