2-Bedroom 2-Bath Oceanside Cottage, Sunrise/Sets

Relax in a peaceful, private, two-level, two-bedroom, two-bathroom, no-smoking oceanfront cottage with stunning sunsets & ocean views. The private lanai is perfect for quiet mornings sipping coffee with the sun on your back, birds singing, and the blue ocean view. The cottage is steps from the beaches & the resort pool. It is perfect for working remotely, basking in the sun, tropical breezes, gorgeous hikes, deserted beaches, or just unplugging & getting away—true old-Hawaii magic by the sea! The space This beautiful two-level, two-bedroom, two-bathroom ocean-view cottage is located on the arid west end of Molokai, steps away from miles of stunning white-sand beaches. This laid-back, two-level home has everything you need for the perfect beach getaway: two comfy bedrooms, two sparkling bathrooms, and sweeping ocean views that’ll make you never want to leave. The main level has a king bedroom and bathroom with a shower, along with a modern kitchen—full-size stove, oven, fridge, and dishwasher—plus a chill living area with a cushy sofa, ocean views, and a smart TV for downtime after a day in the sun. Fast WiFi and an in-unit washer/dryer make life easy. Upstairs, there’s a bright second bedroom with a queen bed and another modern bathroom and shower—plenty of room for friends or family. Spend peaceful mornings sipping coffee on the large private lanai with the sun on your back, birds singing, and blue ocean views. Tropical gardens surround the cottage, and you’ll love having gas grills nearby for sunset BBQs and dinner on your lanai. Forgot the sunscreen or craving an ice cream? The Kepuhi Sundries shop by the pool has swimsuits, t-shirts, snacks, milk, eggs, and all your basics. Guest access GENERAL TRAVEL AND LOCATION INFORMATION Molokai is straightforward to get to via Mokulele Airlines from Honolulu or other neighboring islands such as Maui. You can check online for daily commuter flights. We suggest reserving a rental car through Alamo Rent-A-Car for pick-up at the Molokai Airport. You can also look up "Dana Kish Molokai" or "Mobettah car rental" online for discounted rates. When you land in Molokai, the cottage is 20 miles west of the major grocery stores on the island. The airport is halfway to town, so after picking up your rental car at the airport, it is a good idea to make your first grocery run into town upon arrival. The stores are closed if you arrive after 7 pm or on a Sunday. Come prepared! Our family sometimes brings frozen Costco favorites for staples to get us started. A small store near the pool carries milk, bread, eggs, etc. The Kepuhi Beach Resort is 12 miles west of the Molokai Airport, located in the island's center. The once-vibrant, now vacant Sheraton Hotel and overgrown 18-hole golf course surround the oceanfront resort, creating a quiet and peaceful location that is not overrun with tourists. Keep in mind the resort area is natural, rustic, and eco-friendly, so if you do not prefer exploring the outdoors—beautiful beaches, blue water, and walking trails adjacent to the ocean—or mind occasional bugs and geckos, then Molokai may not be the place for you. Papohaku Beach, one of the longest beaches in Hawaii, is just a short stroll south of the cottage and provides long sandy walks in front of beautiful estates along the ocean's edge. Kepuhi Beach is located on both sides of the old hotel and is great for surfing and boogie boarding in the winter months, and ideal for swimming and snorkeling come spring and summer. The Make Horse beaches are just to the north, with many tide pools and private sandy beaches. Seven miles southwest is the small town of Maunaloa, with its colorful kite store and post office. The largest town on Molokai is Kaunakakai, 20 miles to the east. Most grocery stores, art/gift shops, mini markets, restaurants, and scuba/snorkel equipment rentals are in Kaunakakai. Kaunakakai is also home to the Molokai Hotel and Paddler's Restaurant and Bar, where local musicians often entertain. Renting a car is recommended. For discounted rentals, try calling Dana Kish by searching online using the following: Dana Kish Molokai. That will take you to the three auto rental links and numbers for the following: Alamo, Mo Betta Auto Rentals, and Dana Kish. Molokai is a friendly escape where you can completely unplug and enjoy the company of nice people and a natural paradise with family and friends, away from crowds. ________________________________ Helpful Tips Grills The Grills are new as of January 2022! Lighting Instructions for the Grills are as follows: Turn on Gas Timer in Back of the Grills (20-40-60) Minutes Open the Lid and Leave Open Whichever Burner you want to ignite, depress and turn the knob counter-clockwise, and it will ignite the burner when it hits the "High" position. If the Burner does not ignite, try again immediately. If after three attempts, turn the knob off and let the built-up gas clear for 5 minutes, then try again. Please use grills safely; improper use of grills releases Kepuhi Beach Resort and any KBR employees from any responsibility for injury or damage. The Pool Kepuhi Beach Resort is fortunate to have an Oceanside Pool, as the county would not permit such a location if someone tried to build it now. So that's what makes ours so unique and special. The Pool and the Pool Furniture are available for Kepuhi Beach Owners and their Guests. Because of its excellent location and the Surfer Beach, we get a lot of extra people coming to our pool. For that reason, we have a Pool Employee who works on the weekends; they will ask for your Name and Condo number where you are staying. Kepuhi Beach Resort is a Non-SMOKING Complex: The only place you can smoke is at the smoking tables. Please be a responsible smoker and clean up after yourself. Getting Here and Car Rentals: Flights: Mokulele Airlines - a Southern Airways Company - is the one airline that services our Island. Flights come through the Islands of Oahu or Maui. When traveling through Oahu, look for signs directing you to the WIKI WIKI Bus, which will take you to the commuter airlines. When traveling through Maui, leave the terminal and turn right; the terminal is across the parking lot, in the opposite direction from the car rental building. Ground Transportation: The following providers offer rental cars. Alamo Dana Kish Car Rental Molokai Outdoors Molokai Bicycle Molokai Car Rental Mobettah Car Rentals Turo Molokai 'Uber' Call Marcie Taxi Service - Ride to/from Airport $50 Bus MEO E-Bike Rentals Molokai E-Bike Rental Visitor Information: About Moloka’i Location – In the heart of the Hawaiian Islands. 26 (42km) miles southeast of Oahu and 8 (13km) miles west of Maui, with Lanai 10 (16km) miles directly south. Located at about 21.15°N 157.10°W. Size – 261 square miles (676 square kilometers). About 37 miles long (60 km) and 10 (16km) miles wide. Shape – Three separate volcanoes created the island. Kamakou, in the east, is the tallest, with a peak elevation of 4,970 feet (1813 meters). Maunaloa in the west rises to only 1,381 feet (503 meters). A third, smaller volcano created the Kalaupapa peninsula on the north shore. Height about 449 feet / 137m above sea level. Population – About 8,000. The majority live in Kaunakakai, the largest town, which is located on the south shore in the middle of the island. Ethnicity – 60% Hawaiian or Hawaiian ancestry. 28% Filipino. 12% of everyone else, including Chinese, Japanese, Caucasian, Black, Samoan, Tongan, etc. Moloka’i Climate Information Moloka’i weather is wonderful year-round, with temperatures averaging about 75°F and rarely going 6 or 7 degrees above or below. In winter (Dec. through Mar.), the nighttime temperatures may drop to the lower 60s, and you’re more likely to experience a rainy day. Spring, summer, and fall are similar, with warm days (up to 85°F) cooled by the trade winds and pleasant evenings in the mid to lower 70s. However, when the trade winds are calm, the heat and humidity will rise a notch or two. Climate data is from the Moloka’i Airport. Measurements are prior 25-year averages. Registration Details Exempt