Is Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Where is Charming Direct Oceanfront North Shore Beach House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Coral Beach, Waiehu Beach, and Waiehu Golf Course. Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument and Kahului Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

24 September 2024

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time at this VRBO! It was so clean and was the perfect lay out for our family. The beds were comfortable and the views were gorgeous! We will definitely be staying again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

28 May 2025

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

Vacation home

The house was nice in a great location. We met the neighbors and everyone was very nice. We did not realize it was 2 separate living spaces. To get upstairs, you had to go outside. It was fine for us but we did feel separated from the other 2 families

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

28 March 2025

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

Nice

Great property. Beautiful ocean breeze and was a good fit for our family. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy at first, but it was perfectly safe and a good location for seeing the sights. !! Screens on windows would be nice

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynold K.

30 April 2025

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

Thank you, we had a great stay.

I stayed here this past weekend with my 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren for a family event...3 nights. The text notifications were extremely helpful and eliminated any questions about our stay. The entire house (upstairs and downstairs) was very clean, nice and comfortable. Although we were primarily here to shower and sleep, the air conditioning throughout the house ensured comfortable temperatures inside whenever we returned to rest or regroup. We will definitely be staying here again should our entire family return to Maui. Thank you for ensuring we had a very comfortable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pranav M.

25 March 2025

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

Great location

This house is at great location. Ocean right in the backyard with views is awesome. Although there is no beach as such but if you like to surf this is perfect. House is nicely kept and has all essentials. We were 8 of us and it was very comfortable. Although it would have been ideal to have another half bathroom downstairs as there is only one shared full bath but it was not too much of an inconvenience. Overall we had great experience and enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna M.

7 November 2022

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

Great space

Great communication, amazing yard, close to stores

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

30 September 2024

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

Easy, spacious property

Very clean / safe property with a beautiful view of the sunrise each morning. The queen bed in the bottom unit was a little too hard to be comfortable, but the master room was better! Overall 5 stars and very happy with our choice

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L. B.

8 August 2022

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

Central Maui Waiehu beach house

Josh was very accommodating. The right up on the house is very accurate. Our family loves the house and the location. We loved sitting on the lanai and watching the sun rise and the surfer’s every morning. Would stay here again!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

yessica m.

2 October 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Waiehu Home

When we arrived to the property we were excited due to the amazing views and the fact that you can walk to the beach in about 3 minutes. Unfortunately the inside of the house is much more worn down than what the images show online. In addition, the couches )upstairs and downstairs) were stained and the shower curtain in the bathroom was moldy along with the mattress and curtains in the downstairs bedroom. When I messaged the owner about our concerns he was very accommodating. He had clean sheets to put over the couches and asked how he could help with the mold situation. Overall he was a very gracious host, but the house was not what we expected.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tinamarie

12 August 2024

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

Property was beautiful! Had a lovely weekend either family and friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sherril D., Sacramento CA

15 May 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disappointing

We were a group of 6, us parents, 2 adult daughters, our son in law and 17 yo grandson. We looked forward to our trip for months, and truly wanted to love the place. We did gather from the home description that this was not a "resort" type destination but we were ready to enjoy the reported views, charm and laid back qualities of the home. The lot is large and oceanfront with a well kept lawn area. The downstairs master is cramped and dark with a small obscured slider that opens onto a small concrete patio, it is very difficult to open/close. The other downstairs bedroom was similarly small and dark, and it's small window looks directly onto the large eyesore condemned properties next door. Sadly, people are living there. The upstairs area has a large master bedroom with 4 widely spaced small windows. The master bath is small and the tub/shower is rusty and uninviting. Window coverings throughout were in disrepair and couches were stained. The refrigerator does not keep contents cold. The slider off the upstairs kitchen is also very difficult to open/close. There is one couch upstairs and one downstairs. We wanted a place that would allow all 6 of us to gather together comfortably as well as provide privacy and rest. We tried to make the best of it but ultimately, and despite the significant unanticipated expense, we could not allow ourselves to spend our limited and hard earned vacation time in this home and left after our 2nd night. We found another property to rent that was well maintained, comfortable and accommodating and it saved our vacation. If all you want is a bare bones home base to enjoy Maui from this may be serviceable.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mickey G.

4 April 2022

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

Not as represented

Windows and sliders so dirty it was hard to see out. Broken locks on doors and windows. Pictured outside furniture not there. Soft lumpy mattresses. AC barely worked. Ants in kitchen. Not even a bar of soap for the shower or other sundries. Condemned houses next door occupied by homeless. We paid for a week and left after 1 nite. We have pictures to back this up.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

13 January 2022

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

Great Property with the beach as your Backyard

My family and I spent a week at this house and thoroughly enjoyed it! We especially enjoyed the beach/ocean immediately behind the home. It was equipped with several body boards, ice chest and beach chairs that we used all week. The functioning kitchen upstairs was great and the kitchenette downstairs was handy for quick stuff. Would definitely rent this house again! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Bob M.

16 December 2021

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

December 2021 Family Get a

Josh, the property owner did a good job describing this property. Reading the other reviews were helpful as well. As the July 2018 review states: Advise everyone to have appropriate expectations since this home IS at the edge of the ocean and becomes weathered with salt and wind. We did enjoy listening to the waves, sifting through the driftwood on the beach and watching the beautiful sunrises. The surfers were right next door, evidentially it’s a favorite spot for local surfers, which were fun to watch. Some cons: the dishwasher does not do a good job washing the dishes. Buy a non-stick pan, the lockboxes were hard to open and shut. Pros: right on the beach, 15 minutes from Costco, Safeway and Whole Foods, in a residential area, sandy beach and surfers right next door, comfy beds and soft sheets. We enjoyed our time there and it worked well for our group of six. Josh did a great job with communication, including sending us information way in advance on arrival and departure info, house manual, places to eat, hikes, beaches, transportation, grocery stores and a map of the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ivon G.

3 December 2019

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

Awesome Stay

Thank you Josh for being available when I contacted you - home has such a gorgeous view!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shrirang D.

12 February 2019

Fantastic house

It was fantastic!!!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Randy S.

9 July 2018

Get the “local” feel

Let me start by saying that we really enjoyed our time at this home. Our group consisted of 2 families (4 adults, 2 teenagers & 2 kids in their 20’s). The home was plenty spacious for us all, and was well stocked with towels, snorkel gear, beach chairs, etc. We chose to have the parents stay in the upstairs unit, and kids downstairs. Access to the nearest beach is just about 50 yards down the street, and we spent countless hours on the back patio, enjoying the sound of the waves crashing against the rocks at the edge of the property. The home is conveniently located, but not in the typical “tourist” areas. You’ll find yourself primarily amongst locals, not resorts and hotels. In fact, I’m not sure I saw a building more than two stories tall. WalMart, Target, and several grocery stores are near by, convenient to provision your stay. Josh, the owner, was extremely accommodating. He allowed us to arrive a little ahead of our scheduled “check-in” time, and checked in with us periodically throughout our stay. It’s also very apparent that he’s continuing to maintain and improve the property. Even during our stay, he was having a very nice privacy fence installed at the edge of the property; helping to buffer from an unattractive property next door. Lastly, I’d advise everyone to have appropriate expectations. This is a home that IS at the edge of the ocean. If you understand how salt and wind impacts a home, then you’ll understand that there will always be some amount of “weathering”, even with constant maintenance and upkeep. If you need the Ritz Carlton, this home is not for you. If you want clean, comfortable, private, and to be immersed in the local environment, it’ll be a perfect fit. Mahalo

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Dennis C.

11 June 2018

House Needs Attention to Detail

Josh was very responsive to our needs but the house needs attention. Generally not very clean - had to hand wash virtually every dish we used although they were in the cabinets as clean. Master toilet seat was loose and toilet was not properly attached to floor. Josh did get AC replaced pronto and provided additional wash clothes we requested as well as ant spray. Upstairs was generally in better condition than downstairs.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rick & Debbie K., Hebron, KY USA

18 February 2018

Blessed in Maui!

We traveled with 3 other couples to Maui to celebrate over 140 years of wedding anniversaries between us. We wanted a house near the ocean and we came across this charming direct oceanfront north shore beach house. First, the owner Josh, was extremely responsive to each and every inquiry we had prior to and during our visit. When we arrived we weren't disappointed. We were a short stones throw from the ocean and the house comfortably handled 8 adults. The rooms were spacious and accommodating. The kitchens were well stocked with all essential amenities to allow us to make breakfasts each morning and several evening dinners. It would have been nice to have 4 bathrooms with our situation, but it was never an issue. A family would find this house to met all their needs. They had beach chairs, snorkel equipment, travel guides, and other items to make for a wonderful vacation in Maui. The location of the house was in an older part of town, but once we met our neighbors we were at ease and settled into our daily routines. We were close to shopping and restaurants and within a short driving distance to numerous activities, such as, whale watching, golf, and beaches. Our favorite time was placing 8 chairs along the back of the house with coffee in hand as we watched God raise the sun each morning. The views were breathtaking and we saw numerous whales that greeted us with "pec slapping" and a now and again breach just to show off. The difficult part of our trip was saying goodbye. We were very thankful that Josh and his family shared their home with us. We were truly blessed in Maui!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Laura M.

29 January 2018

Great place for 4 couples .

We stayed here with 4 couples and really enjoyed our time here. We loved being right near the water and watching th surfers and whales! The upper two rooms and kitchen and living area were newer and brighter with lots of windows, and the downstairs has a walkout toward the ocean. It was great for us!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

15 January 2018

Great location with a beautiful view!

We enjoyed our stay here! Coffee on the patio every morning while watching the sunrise. And then , the surfers come out so you can sit and have a second cup while watching the surfers. Really enjoyed listening to the waves at night as we fell asleep, too. We loved this home for a number of reasons...central to many different activities but allowed us privacy (not in the resort area) and space to relax, beautiful views, and Josh was so helpful with suggestions for beaches! He was always quick to reply and made our vacation a big success. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anna C.

4 December 2017

Nice house, centrally located but could use a few more amenities.

The house is centrally located and on the coast. Waking up to the waves every morning was just what we needed! The house is comfortable but could use some cleaning in the kitchen and bathroom areas. (Grease build up, dirty grout and some dirty dishes were found) I was in the upstairs master room and loved the bed! The sheets and mattress were soft and very comfortable! We did run short on towels and washcloths since there were only a few laundry pods that we saved to wash beach towels at the end of the trip. Upstairs kitchen was pretty well stocked but my family staying in the lower portion of the house said theirs was lacking a few things and needing to be cleaned as well. They provided snorkel sets, boogie boards and chairs in each room which was awesome and very much appreciated! Not sure if our set got overlooked but there was a lot of sand on our snorkel set that we had to scrub out prior to using. Overall we really enjoyed the house but wish some more amenities would have been provided.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

loren s.

10 November 2017

Great place to stay right on the water!

Excellent vacation home for our family of 6 and my parents! Centrally located. Plenty of space to relax and listen to the waves crash on the shore. All the necessary amenities and extra comforts. Josh was very responsive and had great suggestions for things to do in the area. I will definitely stay here when we come back to Maui.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John T.

26 July 2017

Spacious house with an ocean view

We recently stayed 4 nights at this property. There were seven of us and we all had plenty of space and comfort. The location is close to the airport and centrally located for easy access to most of the island. The interior had been recently renovated. Although the exterior needs additional TLC, this didn't interfere with the great time we had during our stay. The outdoor space is great and the beautiful ocean front view is wonderful, with the only complaint being the abandoned , run down properties next door. The owners were very helpful and very easy to communicate with. Overall the pluses greatly outweighed the minuses. I would consider this property again if we ever have the opportunity to return to Maui.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

17 July 2017

Nice house just steps from the ocean.

Really cute house right on the water. We had a lot of fun picking out shells and drift wood along the shore. Good amount of room - we had two adults and five kids and we all fit easily. Would definitely recommend!

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