Windward Garden B & B

This is the Maui experience you’ve been looking for. In 2010 I had the privilege of living in the Aloha Cottage for 5 months when Chris and Susan were first opening up the Windward Garden. I recount my days there as magical and I still dream of being there. The environment they’ve created is so beautiful and immaculate. Do you want relaxation? Do you want to be around wonderful people who will help create a wonderful experience for you? Their house is beautiful, the land is amazing. Surrounded by forest and the ocean within your view. Not to mention that everything is run on solar and the well water is some of the purest and best tasting water on this planet. Do yourself a favor and stay here. The north shore of Maui is the most beautiful area but also a convenient place to stay. A short drive to town, but surrounded by beauty. You won’t be disappointed.

Just a lovely place to stay. We did a buyout for our group of 7, so while our hosts were on the property we were not doing the B&B thing.
The rooms are comfortable, with 1 king and two queens (one double, I believe, was set up in the living room but we didn’t use it). The kitchen is set up well enough to cook your own meals, and there is plenty of seating available in the living room to kick back and visit. 2 full baths, 1 half. A few hikes in the area, a farm stand out by the highway, and the ocean (bluffs, not a beach) is a 15−20min enjoyable walk. We were traveling with a 1-​year-​old, and our hosts provided a pack & play AND high chair — you wouldn’t believe how unusual this is unless you’ve traveled with a baby!
Mosquitoes everywhere, on everyone, at all times of day. It’s the jungle, folks, get used to it… I know, I know. Still sucked to be itchy all the time.
The only mild problems were with the techy side of the place. I hope that when you’re in Hawaii, you’re there to unplug and enjoy nature… but if for any reason you have need of wifi, TV and a place to charge your phone, you will face slight challenges:
The entire house is wired with 220-​volt «winking» outlets, which your standard electronics will not plug into. There are power strips in each room, but they may not be where you want or need them to be. Two of our group needed to plug in their CPAP machines near their beds, so there was a little bit of scrambling the first night to get all the extension cords running where they needed to be before we could go to bed.
Wifi does exist here, but it struggles. This was a non-​issue for me, but my husband (unfortunately) had to do some work while we were vacationing and was frustrated by the Internet speed.
We were also here during football playoffs, which again I could care less about, but a couple of our guys wanted to watch one of the games and couldn’t get the TV to grab a signal. They went to a sports bar to watch, which I was secretly glad about so that I wouldn’t be subjected to football noise all afternoon!

Came here because of the awesome reviews. When we got here, it is filled geckos… I see them every corner of every room. My wife is freaked out. The location and the owners are wonderful people. We stayed only two nights and Susan agreed to work with us. Thank you Susan!

We booked this as a family vacation being myself, my sister, my parents, my brother in law, his brother and their mom. We rented out the whole house from new years for 12 days. It was a bit of a drive from everything we wanted to do, but it was so worth it. I can’t imagine staying in a hotel closer to anything rather than here. We were able to go to costco and fill up on food, pack picnic lunches everyday, make breakfast every morning and come home to a big family dinner in the dining room that comfortably sat all seven of us. We usually spent the nights all on the porch winding down with a drink and looking over the beautiful garden. There is a short walk down to a north shore beach. Susan and Chris were so nice and helpful. The wifi was out after a huge storm and they got it working. Anytime we had any questions, they were right on it. They have extra snorkel gear, boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels. The house really was super luxurious and I would highly recommend a stay here for a truly unique experience.

Gotta give this place 5 stars. My wife was going to book us at some «hotel near the airport» because we were on a budget. I said «I wonder if we could find a little bed and breakfast place for $ 150./night» So I did a little web search, and here we are.
Anyway, the place was down a long-​ish bumpy road into the jungle, but, man, when we got there it looked everything like a B&B should.
Really pretty house that Chris (the hubby half of the husband and wife owner team), and some friends built. Really a beautiful house. This guy is obviously a talented craftsman. Anyway, back to the experience:
Beautiful gardens. My wife was a landscape architect on Oahu previously, and she was wondering who designed the landscaping. Well Chris and Susan did. The lawn was immaculate, and basically they are on a jungly hillside and that must be hard to do.
The room was beautiful, with an ocean view over the treetops. No a/​c, but the room was not hot with winds blowing through.
Breakfast was my favorite part. Great breakfasts both days. French press coffee, real maple syrup… tropical fruits to your hearts desire… this place was awesome. We will be back. And as Oahu residents, it’s great to know this getaway is just about 3 hours from door to door.
I loved this (Windward– Hana side) side of Maui the best by far. Lush and has a feeling of old Maui before malls and such things. Paia is a nice little hippie town with lots of stores and boutiques and good places to eat.
So to conclude, the Windward Gardens experience, for the money, cannot be beat. I’d take this over a hotel that costs 3X as much in Wailea or Kaanapali ANY DAY.

We decided to stay for a whole week while in Maui on our honeymoon. We were in the studio cottage the first two nights and then the master suite for the next 5. It was perfect! I would recommend staying in the main house to be able to partake in the breakfast. Chris and Susan were so kind and fun to talk to every morning. Breakfasts were delicious and were the most peaceful part of our day – served right on their beautiful patio. Even though there is tons to do in Maui, we loved just lounging around the house and listening to the breeze from the multiple sitting areas/​balconies/​patios on the grounds. The place is further from the tourist crowd (just at the start of the road to Hana), perfect getaway for anyone interested in peaceful settings and a place off the grid!

We spent several glorious days at Windward Garden for our honeymoon. It was delightful. The proprietors were lovely and know the island inside and out. They have a bounty of helpful guidebooks, snorkel gear and beach props ready to borrow. They pointed us to beaches the locals use and helped us decide what trails to take on Haleakala. The breakfasts were very tasty and substantial; we didn’t have to eat again until dinner. Susan and Chris were gracious hosts, and it was lovely to meet their family and hear their story about how they came to settle on Maui. The place was very clean, quiet and totally out of the way from the traffic and golf courses. If you like to hear birds chirping and breezes in the palms instead of the sprinklers and lawn mowers you’ll hear at the resorts, this B&B is for you. We loved staying here and hope to visit again soon!

My husband and I came here to celebrate our 10^th anniversary. It is perfect for anyone who wants to stay away from the crowded, noisy tourist areas. Chris and Susan are amazing and wonderful on every level. I can’t say how much we loved our stay here. We can’t wait to come back. Big helpful tip: Read the map and instructions before you even think of using your GPS.

A little remote from points of interest but for those looking for peace and quiet it is ideal. We stayed in the Master Suite which is spacious with a nice bathroom. Breakfast is very good but on the light side.

My wife and I stayed here on our «babymoon» and we enjoyed it immensely. The first time we drove in from the airport took about 25 minutes since it can be a little difficult to navigate from the highway. But Susan and Chris provided a very helpful and detailed map that we followed and got us there with no issues. The map felt a bit like a treasure hunt with all the landmarks they pointed out along the way… haha. But all subsequent ins and out were easy after the first time there.
After arriving we were immediately taken by the lovely home and gardens. Susan and Chris have a wonderful, special place that’s so nice we didn’t want to leave. We really enjoyed all of our interactions with both of them and felt very much at home and well taken care of by our terrific hosts. Each morning we were served a delicious bowl of fresh fruit, granola and yogurt, as well as a pot of French press coffee. The yogurt and fruit was followed by a main course, which consisted of French toast, or a frittata or an omelet. Everything was very delicious and fresh… and we’re big foodies. It was a great way to start our day.
We stayed in the August suite which is very beautifully decorated (as is the rest of the home), with a balcony that has nice views of open fields. At first we were a bit concerned about having to share a bathroom with the guests of the Ariel suite, but upon arriving we learned that there were two bathrooms that our rooms shared. Even though only one of them has a shower, it was never a problem sharing both bathrooms with those in the other room.
Susan and Chris also provided us a lot of good advice when we asked their opinion on activities to do. They also have a nice selection of fins, snorkel gear, beach umbrellas, towels, boogie boards, etc. that guests can borrow for the day. Like I said, we were very well taken care of.
We highly recommend staying at Windward Garden B&B. We certainly plan on returning there the next time we’re in Maui with our little bambino. Thank you Susan and Chris for everything!

We just got back home from our one week vacation in Maui today on Feb/​9/​2012, yet we have already started to miss everything from Windward Garden…
1. Hosts: Susan and Chris are incredibly friendly, easy going, and down to the earth. We felt home immediately.
2. Bed & Breakfast: sleep quality was EXCELLENT largely due to the peaceful surroundings. We woke up by birds’ singing every morning. Susan and Chris make tasty and healthy breakfast at 8am every day. They were like mom and dad who would make sure that you eat well and plenty before you start your big day of adventure.
3. Location: We picked this location because it’s in central Maui, and it would be convenient for us to go any direction, especially if you want to spend some quality time on the Hana side like us. If you stay on west Maui or south, taking the Road to Hana would make you get up super early like 5am in order to avoid the crowd.
4. Rooms: Windward Garden has three suites – Master Suite (with bathroom), August Suite and Ariel Suite (share two bathrooms), plus their recently opened newly renovated cottage. Originally, I was concerned about the «sharing bathroom» part because we had to book the August Suite due to availability. It turned out to be absolutely concern free because there are two bathrooms to share, and we never ran into other guests for bathroom issues. Our suite was super neat and cozy, and of course, if we had a lanai that overlooks the ocean.
5. Misc: if you are looking for resorts-​like treat with swimming pool, beach-​front, pool-​side liquor service, party, crowd, etc, you should be keep looking for somewhere else. If you are looking for a minimally-​commercialized place, country-​style, super relaxing and laid-​back environment, surprises from nature (such as a giant frog standing on the entrance stairways, and monstrous dragonflies catching mosquitoes for you right above your head), and tranquil surroundings, you will be more than thrilled to choose this place.
Thank you Susan and Chris! We are sorry that we didn’t get a chance to say goodbye on our departure day because of our ferry schedule to Moloka’i, but that also gave us an excuse to go visit your garden again sooner than later.

My husband and I took the last four days of our honeymoon at Windward Garden B&B, and we’re so glad we did. Susan and Chris were very warm and accommodating. Being a resident for over 40 years, Susan was very helpful with setting up excursions for us where other local travel agents were not. Even though we were out by 6:30 a.m. a couple of mornings, a delicious breakfast was ready for us!
It was so refreshing to get away from the over-​priced and overly commercialized luxury resorts. Their location on the Hana highway made it manageable to get to Hana without killing ourselves, and allowed easy access to the north shore and upcountry, while still being within arms reach of the amenities of Kahului.

My husband and I decided that since we were going to go to Maui for our honeymoon, we didn’t want to do the conventional, boring resort thing. We hate tourist traps, and chain food joints, so we somehow came across the Windward Garden B&B. Just checking out the photos on their website immediately drew me in. I knew it was the place for us.
We immediately felt welcome by Susan and Chris, who are funny, smart, interesting people (and their grandkids are awesome and adorable). The photos are no lie — their home is beautiful, the grounds are very well-​kept, and breakfast is pretty darn good. The fruit you eat is the fruit that was ripe for the picking that morning. And they’re not intrusive at all, which is something I had some trepidation about when considering the B&B versus a gigantic hotel. All of this is even better when you know they essentially came to Maui decades ago and built this eco-​friendly house on their own.
Winward Garden is peaceful and secluded — away from all the tourist crap — but geographically central to the island. It’s right on the beginning of the Road to Hana, and near a lot of fun hikes and small towns, like Paia and Makawao. So, for a peaceful, slightly unconventional vacation in one of the most lushly beautiful places in the world, come here! You will not regret it (unless you’re high maintenance… Then go stay at some lame golf resort).

My friend and I stayed at Windward Gardens for three nights and found it to be very relaxing. The bed and breakfast is located down a long country road bordered by lush vegetation. The actual property is amidst a beautiful garden and the plantation house is extremely well maintained and built of stunning recycled hardwoods.
Every morning we would wake-​up to a delicious breakfast including granola and yogurt with local fruit, petite pancakes and scrambled eggs, and fresh coconut juice. We spent our time walking around the neighborhood, relaxing at the house, and taking a yoga class across the road. We were also able to explore other parts of the island while staying there. It is a well-​suited location for exploring the North-​East side of the island and the Hana Highway.
Susan and Chris were extremely friendly and they helped us navigate the area and gave us useful insights into Maui’s culture, past and present. We had a near disaster at the tail-​end of our trip when we locked our keys in our rental car. Chris was exceptionally kind and helped us by taking us to the airport and by returning our rental car for us. He also sent all of our luggage to us soon after. If that’s not hospitality, I don’t know what is!
I would highly recommend Windward Gardens if you are looking for a place to unwind and appreciate the islands beauty. I’m ready to move to Maui!

Windward Gardens B&B was our home-​base for exploring Maui’s less developed coastline – the North Shore, covered in native greens and free of the resort feel of Wailea and Lahaina. With the help of Susan and Chris, the husband and wife team behind Windward Gardens, we were able to tap into the more authentic side of Maui and truly unplug – exactly what we had hoped for.
Windward Gardens is a serene eco getaway (solar-​powered amongst other practices), with a high quality rustic feel and modern amenities. The property is peaceful and lush, with a cool breeze blowing through the palm fronds and an occasional dusting of rain. From there, we explored Up Country, Paia, the Hana Hwy and the other hidden side trips on the windward coastline.
We also very much enjoyed meeting Susan and Chris. They’re a great team with a natural friendliness, casual hospitality and vast knowledge of Maui and its history.
The B&B itself shows off their attention to detail. From the beautifully selected furnishings and solid plantation style porch, to the freshly-​picked healthy breakfasts we enjoyed each morning, there is clearly a great deal of care and craft that goes into their work and sets Windward Gardens apart from the pack.
Highly recommended! We’re looking forward to our next visit already.