PapauaParadise - Maui's Most Extraordinary Oceanfront Retreat
Poised at the tip of a coveted oceanfront point on Honokeana (Turtle) Cove in Napili, this extraordinary 3,900sf Polynesian-inspired pole house offers rare, direct ocean access and more than 100 feet of dramatic Pacific frontage. Located within an intimate, gated enclave on Papaua Place—home to just ten residences—this property enjoys exceptional privacy. With 5 Bedrooms, a Workspace Loft with a Queen Sofabed and 4 Bathrooms, this home easily accommodates 10.
From your private oceanfront deck, watch surfers carve waves over the tide pools below, spot humpback whales breaching in the Maui Channel during season, and end each evening with sunsets so vivid they feel personal. This is not just a vacation rental — it is a living postcard of the real Hawaii.
Designed by renowned architect Frank Stiller and originally built in 1981 for noted Maui restaurateur Rob Thibaut (Duke's, Kimo's, Jake's, Leilani's, Hula Grill), the residence is a celebration of authentic island craftsmanship, featuring rich Hawaiian koa wood, lava rock accents, and a timeless connection to its natural surroundings.
A spacious wraparound lanai captures sweeping unobstructed 200+ ocean degree views and year-round sunsets, spanning from Lanai and Molokai to Kapalua. The Pacific Ocean becomes your daily playground, with surfing, snorkeling with sea turtles, swimming, and seasonal whale watching directly offshore.
Conveniently located near world-class golf courses, luxury resorts and spas, acclaimed dining, and the legendary waters of Honolua Bay, this one-of-a-kind oceanfront offering presents an unparalleled Maui lifestyle—where architecture, location, and nature converge seamlessly.
SPACE & COMFORT Five generous bedrooms, a loft with sofa bed, and four full baths provide ample room for families and groups to gather together and retreat in privacy. Every bedroom features traditional louvered windows that invite the warm Hawaiian trade winds inside. Rare Koa and red eucalyptus wood doors glide smoothly into the walls, dramatically opening the home to the outdoors. Soaring high-beam ceilings, spacious rooms, and natural wood finishes throughout deliver the authentic Polynesian architectural experience few visitors ever find.
Both the primary and a guest bedroom are positioned to enjoy mesmerizing ocean views and the soothing sounds of the sea. Additional features include a game room, sauna, jacuzzi, and an upper-level observation room ideal for whale watching, yoga, or a private study.
The modern, fully stocked kitchen and generous dining area comfortably seat eight to ten guests. A workspace upstairs in the loft offers a large desk and a sweeping water view — perfect for those who need to stay connected while soaking in paradise.
THE WATER IS YOUR BACKYARD Locals will tell you the snorkeling just steps from your front door is the finest on Maui. You are on Turtle Cove — where green sea turtles glide beneath the surface alongside dazzling varieties of tropical fish. Surf, swim, and snorkel directly from the front yard. You will not find this kind of immediate, effortless ocean access anywhere else on the island. Beautiful sandy beaches are also nearby, only a 10 minute walk to Napili Bay or an 18 minute walk to Kapalau Bay.
AMENITIES - A/C Installed August 2026 - Large cedar dry sauna - Giant hot tub - Full-size pool table - Two wet bars - Four cable televisions - High-speed WiFi - Four-burner BBQ grill - K-Cup and drip coffee makers - Coffee grinder
DINING, GOLF & SHOPPING NEARBY The surrounding area offers an extraordinary range of dining — from casual vegan cafes and Mexican cantinas to Local Asian-Pacific fusion and five-star waterside restaurants. Do not miss the Gazebo, a beloved local institution widely regarded as the best breakfast spot on Maui. World-class shopping and the legendary resort corridor of Kaanapali are just minutes away, as are four championship golf courses.
Only ten homes share this exclusive private gated street. PapauaParadise is the premier address in Napili — maximum seclusion, yet effortlessly close to everything.
Questa villa si trova a Napili e vanta una posizione strategica sul litorale. Villaggio di balenieri è il non plus ultra per gli amanti dello shopping. A livello naturalistico, invece, spiccano Napili Bay e Kapalua Beach. Sei in cerca di eventi sportivi o spettacoli a cui assistere? Dai un'occhiata ai programmi: cosa propone Lahaina Civic Center Tennis? Oppure puoi passare una serata fuori a The Plantation House Restaurant. Buttati in acqua e mettiti alla prova con una delle tante discipline sportive della zona, tra cui immersioni subacquee, snorkeling e surf. In alternativa puoi divertirti all'aperto con attività come jogging e gite a piedi o in bici. Vai alla guida turistica di Napili
Gli animali sono accettati presso Oceanfront Turtle Cove Villa, Napili. Spectacular views. 5BR+Loft, Sleeps 10 A/C?
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A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Oceanfront Turtle Cove Villa, Napili. Spectacular views. 5BR+Loft, Sleeps 10 A/C?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 16:00.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Oceanfront Turtle Cove Villa, Napili. Spectacular views. 5BR+Loft, Sleeps 10 A/C?
Orario del check-out: 10:00.
Dove si trova Oceanfront Turtle Cove Villa, Napili. Spectacular views. 5BR+Loft, Sleeps 10 A/C?
Con una buona posizione a breve distanza dalla riva, questa villa si trova a 15 minuti a piedi da luoghi d'interesse come Napili Bay Beach e Napili Bay. Kapalua Beach e Keonenui Beach si trovano ugualmente a meno di 2 km di distanza.
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10/10 Eccellente
Russell H.
9 lug 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
This place was truly amazing. I already miss our mornings on the deck and listening to the waves while we fell asleep. I will admit that the price almost scared us off. But I can now say it was money well spent. This house delivered in a BIG way. Mahalo!
Soggiorno di 7 notti a giugno 2026
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8/10 Buono
shoshanna s.
23 mar 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great location!
Loved the location and beautiful beach.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a marzo 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Lynn M.
3 lug 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Good Stay
Pleasant place.
Soggiorno di 5 notti a giugno 2023
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8/10 Buono
Robert & Connie S.
24 lug 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Napili studio
Perfect for our daughter and 1 yr old grandson - great place
Soggiorno di 8 notti a luglio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Jeff A.
3 mar 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Clean and updated
Check-in was super easy, the unit was very clean and nice! Had a wonderful stay! Thank you!
Soggiorno di 8 notti a febbraio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Rich P.
19 gen 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Beautiful location
Idyllic location, quiet, gorgeous views, spacious house. We had 7 people and we all had plenty of room. Excellent communication from property manager. Can’t wait to come back!
Soggiorno di 8 notti a gennaio 2025
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10/10 Eccellente
Cynthia J.
9 gen 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Everything outstanding! Snorkeling with the turtles right off the villa. Fantastic views of the coast. Gorgeous sunsets. Plenty of room for our group of nine. (ages 15-82). Loved watching the surfers most any time of the day. Sunset cocktail hour every evening. What could be better! We all agreed that it’s been an ideal week.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a dicembre 2025
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10/10 Eccellente
Staci C.
6 lug 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Amazing
The property was located just feet away from Napili bay! I got up every morning and walked around it. The property was clean and everything was in order. Property manager was easy and nice to work with. We plan on staying here again and will reccomend this place to our family and friends.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a giugno 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Teri M.
18 gen 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Napili Shores is awesome
Love this property. The condo was very nicely updated. The bed was comfy. We didn’t cook - but kitchen was well equipped. Very quiet at night. Be sure to find the Gazebo “to go” around back if you don’t want to wait in line. Napili bay, Kapalua bay and Fleming beach all very close.
Soggiorno di 8 notti a gennaio 2023
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8/10 Buono
Charyl K.
2 lug 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Wonderful & relaxing stay
I treated my husband to a retreat to celebrate his birthday. This property and room did not disappoint. The room was well-appointed and situated in a great location. We walked to both Kapalua and Napili beaches making great use of the beach chairs that were provided. With two pools in the property I never found them to be too crowded. Plus watching the sunset while sitting in the bluff is a real treat. I would love to stay here again!
Soggiorno di 5 notti a maggio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
caleb t.
6 feb 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Napili shores … I’ll come back
Was a great time away with my wife. It wasn’t crowded. We could watch the wheels every night during the sunset. Easy to get in and out of. There’s a little market not too far. Nice to be able to walk down to the beach. Just a couple of blocks from the coastal trail. very nice trip. Great for a couple or young families. Was very quiet. Awesome time.
Soggiorno di 5 notti a febbraio 2023
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8/10 Buono
Viviana H.
7 ott 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Napili Shores Great location
2nd time here. Beautiful views. Temporary Beach access is a little confusing I saw many people trying to access thru the Tide Pools a bit treacherous. There is easy access to the beautiful beach thru the adjacent property (not clearly marked). Great value for this unit. It had everything we needed.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a settembre 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Darren C.
25 nov 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great place to stay
This was our third stay at Napili Shores since 2010 and it’s our favourite place to be on Maui. The condo was as advertised and our property manager Kim was awesome to deal with. The property is well looked after and all the staff are friendly and helpful. The on-site rental shop is run by a really nice local family and they have everything you could need for a fun day at the beach or on the water. Napili bay is beautiful and great for swimming or playing in the water. Honokeana Bay to the south and Kapalua Bay to the north are both very good snorkelling spots too and are only a short walk away.
Soggiorno di 14 notti a novembre 2023
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8/10 Buono
Sarah T.
7 giu 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Brad was helpful and responsive which was much appreciated. The location is truly amazing. Seeing turtles swim in the bay next to the house every day and getting to snorkel right there is special. We didn’t see amazing sunsets bc of Molokai blocking the view but that’s probably a time of the year thing! Still so lovely and hearing the waves crash 24/7 is amazing. I didn’t realize there was no AC at all-that was one downside for us as it was a pretty hot week in the beginning of June. We made do, just a couple of the family struggled as they were used to being in full A/C most of the time. The house itself is large and comfortable-some might find it a bit outdated but it was totally fine for us. It was the most well stocked VRBO place I’ve stayed in, from ziploc bags and aluminum foil to spices and pots/pans, appliances etc. The spa only work 3 of the 6 days we were there but it was nice to have when it worked. It’s pricey, but you are paying for the amazing location. Overall we had a lovely time and would recommend the house just be aware there are not even window AC units if you are going in the summertime.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a maggio 2026
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8/10 Buono
Robert T.
23 feb 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
C117 Naplili Shores
Location was very good, nice ocean views and beach right next door. The unit itself was ok. There was a foam pad on the bed but it did not fit, short on both sides and on the top. The Chairs (benches) for the table were very hard to sit on an uncomfortable.
Soggiorno di 14 notti a febbraio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Mike V.
29 ago 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Napili Shores Rocks!
We had been staying at the Kapalua golf villas the previous two evenings and the unit we were in was miserable. Fortunately for us there was an opening at Napili Shores resort and we grabbed it. What a difference! Check in was quick, parking was easy and accessible; room was clean and Air Conditioned; access to all pools was done without fobs and access to beach (Napili Bay) was a brief 3 minute walk around the end of the property. There are 2 restaurants on the property and one down the beach. Perfect location for taking it easy and close to town and store as well. Napili Shores was exactly what we were looking for! Will visit again!
Soggiorno di 5 notti ad agosto 2022
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6/10 Soddisfacente
Jo W.
29 mar 2018
Dated and grungy looking.
The location of the resort was perfect. The actual room was dated and not the cleanest. There were a few things not working and the house cleaner/handyman was difficult to get a hold of and he did not return to fix things. Dishes were dirty and we needed to wash everything we used prior to using them.
The studio was well stocked with everything you would need, including spices, shampoo, paper products and many more items.
Theresa was great at communicating.
Soggiorno di 3 notti a febbraio 2018
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6/10 Soddisfacente
RICK B.
31 gen 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Very Nice Remodeled Unit
Beautifully remodeled unit. We have stayed at Napili Shores multiple times and love the location.
There were/are a few issues we encountered that we had not had on previous stays:
1)Noisy loud talking neighbors- this started early and continued beyond “Quiet Times.)
2)Auto alarms sounding at all hours.
3)Unattended small children in pool and hot tub.
4)Shower head has had flow restrictor removed - it stings to take shower. Need to replace restrictor.
5) Darkening drapes are difficult to impossible to open & close without grabbing at top near track. Impossible for shorter person to open or close.
6) Need chairs to sit indoors.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a gennaio 2023
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10/10 Eccellente
Daniel G.
16 giu 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Awesome stay at Napili Shores
Great place to stay! Excellent property manager - very quick to respond. Great accommodation - and really liked the proximity to beach and the pools/hot tub areas. BBQs on property were a nice touch!
Would love to come back!
Soggiorno di 8 notti a giugno 2022
Da un sito partner
6/10 Soddisfacente
Jenni W.
9 giu 2022
Great spot!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Napili Shores C-117 is comfortable, clean, and well equipped in a perfect location. We would appreciate a bathroom update: a bath mat and rug, a clean shower mat, and a heavier shower curtain so water doesn't leak out. A louvered screen window in the front door would help with air circulation.
Da un sito partner
10/10 Eccellente
Pamela N.
1 giu 2022
Best Location in Maui!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What an amazing location in West Maui! You have the sandy beach to the north, and the turtle cove to the south, all within a 5 minute walk. Also, great whale watching at sunset from the beach pool. Four Star dining at The Sea House restaurant just down the beach.
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10/10 Eccellente
Julie W.
8 mar 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great!
Cozy condo had everything we needed for our stay. Superb location at Napili Bay.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a febbraio 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Kyle O.
6 mar 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great Stay!!!
Location is amazing and it was a super peaceful amd relaxing stay!
Soggiorno di 6 notti a febbraio 2022
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10/10 Eccellente
Olufunmilayo O.
10 dic 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Lovely!
Nice property! proximity to the ocean is excellent, just a walking distance. The apartment provides you with everything you need to make your stay enjoyable, close to restaurants and nearby walking trail. I would recommend it and definitely stay there again.
Soggiorno di 4 notti a dicembre 2021
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10/10 Eccellente
suzan s.
21 ott 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
We will return
The owners are thoughtful of what you may need. We appreciated having snorkeling gear there and used it both days we were there. We cooked our meals, but there was a binder with lots of local restaurant ideas and other activities of interest. We tried a few of the activities and found the hints helpful. My husband enjoyed the candy treats that were left there for us! The towels and bathroom mats were very nice...I know that's a small detail but an important one. THe grounds are nicely kept and the beach and other things were very convenient. We will definitely go again in the future, and recommend the place to others.