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

Paia · Maui · 1 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Sleeps 3 · 9.8/10 · 60 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

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.

Registration Number: GE-044-907-5200-01, TA-044-907-5200-01, 2260100060000

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Paia (postal 96779) Hawaii

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Paia, HI (Haiku – Kuau – Maui – 0.53 km to center), United States
  • In a village
  • Near a health or beauty spa
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 3 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Private vacation home
  • Unit size: 495 sq ft (46 sq m)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • WiFi available
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Garden
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Hot tub / space
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 AM
  • Check in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
  • Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Property Registration Number GE 044 907 5200 01, TA 044 907 5200 01, 2260100060000
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets allowed
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
  • Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Maui?
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Location: Paia, HI (Haiku – Kuau – Maui – 0.53 km to center), United States
  • In a village
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Do I need a rental car on Maui, and what about parking?

A rental car is recommended for this area, especially if you plan to explore beaches, restaurants, activities and nearby towns. Parking notes: Car recommended, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a private vacation home rental.

Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

Laura T.10.0/10
Jan 10, 2026

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!

Brandon M.10.0/10
Jan 6, 2026

We loved the Gingerbread House!

John K.10.0/10
Nov 18, 2025

Clean house, warm welcome, safe location, easy stay.

Jerry10.0/10
Oct 10, 2025

We enjoyed this home with its charm and accommodations.

Ben D.10.0/10
Jun 30, 2025

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!

Jerald G.10.0/10
May 17, 2025

Great property that’s close to everything around. Nice owner and the privacy was nice.

Ryan J.10.0/10
Mar 31, 2025

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.

Lindsay S.10.0/10
Mar 16, 2025

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!!

Draek B.10.0/10
Feb 19, 2025

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.

Garrick B.10.0/10
Apr 13, 2024

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.

Katherine S.10.0/10
Jan 30, 2024

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.

Erin W.8.0/10
Jan 22, 2024

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.

Tracy A.10.0/10
Jul 18, 2023

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! ❤️

Oliver R.10.0/10
Jul 5, 2023

Maui is so wonderful!!

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