After spending a few nights near the town of Paia, I was looking for something more tucked away on the island of Maui. Amy and Joel's Surf Cottage was everything I was looking for! The cozy cottage was perfectly equipped for lounging at home, exploring the island and more. The outdoor shower was my favorite as well as sitting on the front porch during a rain storm. I felt like a local walking over to the small shops nearby (Baked was delicious!) and enjoyed the winding road to the other side of the town. The cottage is in a great location to start the Highway to Hana, explore Haleakala and an easy drive over to the more populated / touristy areas. Definitely recommend staying at the Surf Cottage if the touristy resorts are not your style!