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Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

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Overview of Heaven on Earth in Upcountry Maui

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

The Star Bed (A sleeping alcove)

1 Queen Bed

2 half bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Many of our guests seek the tranquility and calm of The Star Lookout. It is the ideal location for quiet reflection. We do not allow parties or gather

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

About the area

Kula

This cottage is located in Kula. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wailea Beach and Kamaole Beach Park. Kula Botanical Garden and Maui Fish Pipe are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, ecotours and cycling.

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

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

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

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
We love Star Lookout. Will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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

About the host

Hosted by Janice Tower

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Janice Tower has owned The Star Lookout for over 24 years. She is an avid cyclist. You can find her riding up, down and around Maui with the Upcountry Cyclists.

Why they chose this property

This is one of the most beautiful places on the planet.

What makes this property unique

The Star Lookout offers the visitor peace, tranquility and an opportunity to commune quietly with nature. There's nothing like sitting out on the deck overlooking the north and south shores of Maui, listening to the birds and contemplating the curvature of the Earth.

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