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Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Kula, HI
  • AirportKahului, HI (OGG)36 min drive
  • Popular LocationKamaole Beach Park 348 min drive
  • Popular LocationKamaole Beach Park53 min drive
  • Popular LocationWailea Beach67 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We try to return at least twice a year in spite of living just a short distance away. It is wonderfully restoring to be ...
Lynne G.
Dec 4, 2023

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 and outcroppings of lava rock.

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: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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About the area

Kula

This cottage is located in Kula. Kula Botanical Garden and Maui Fish Pipe are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Hali imaile Farmer's Market and Shops at Wailea. Science City and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling, ecotours and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Kamaole Beach Park 3 - 48 min drive
  • Kamaole Beach Park - 53 min drive
  • Haleakala Crater - 57 min drive
  • Maluaka Beach - 65 min drive
  • Wailea Beach - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Kahului, HI (OGG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkeypod Kitchen - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Lappert's Hawai'i - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Botero Bar - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪The Pint and Cork - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Manoli's Pizza Company - ‬44 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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