A Non-Beach Proposal Location

Although we are experts at beach proposals, that’s not all we do! We often have clients who specifically request proposal locations that aren’t on a beach.

Sometimes, they are apologetic and say the beach is beautiful but they “just aren’t beach people.” Or they want something different and unexpected. Or they know their sweetie won’t want to get sandy.

Whatever the reason, we support you. It’s our goal to help you find the right location that matches what you’re envisioning and is somewhere that your future fiancé will love!

Private Venue on Maui

If you describe your ideal proposal as private, intimate, taking place somewhere that’s not crowded, then private venues immediately jump to the top of our minds as possible options for you.

We are ecstatic to introduce Haiku House as our newest private proposal venue, especially since it adds to our list of non-beach locations.

About Haiku House

Haiku House is tucked away on Maui’s north shore, a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the resorts in south and west Maui. This 20 acre slice of paradise is filled with the beauty of mother nature. The driveway is lined with royal palms. There are fig trees and an orange orchard. Majestic trees throughout the grounds create a canopy overhead so that you feel like you’re in your own world.

The estate boasts a rich history as well. In 1849, King Kamehameha III deeded 530 acres, including the 20 that Haiku House sits on, to missionary Richard Armstrong for a dollar. This was considered payment for Armstrong’s help in writing and implementing the Great Mahele, an act that allowed private ownership of land in Hawaii for the first time.

The property changed hands several times, with each owner making their own enhancements. After Armstrong, it was owned by Henry P. Baldwin, co-founder of local corporate giant Alexander & Baldwin. The Baldwin family built the original part of the house in 1860 and hosted many lavish galas for esteemed guests, including King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, Hawaii’s last reigning monarchs. Haiku House is currently owned by the Chan family, who live in Vancouver but maintain close ties to Maui as the owner of Wailea Golf Club.

Proposing at Haiku House

The vast outdoor space at Haiku House means there are multiple places where you could get down on one knee. We scouted four unique proposal spots for you to choose from.

The first proposal area you come to is right in front of an impressive banyan tree. This is perfect if you want the jungle feeling without having to venture into the jungle.

Next, we have the platform. This area is also surrounded by trees, but it is a blank canvas. This space is ideal for customizing with romantic floral details.

Imagine strolling along a path, hand in hand with your sweetie, and popping the question under outstretched branches that form a kind of tree tunnel. The light streaming in and enveloping you in a warm glow… it was love at first sight for us when we laid our eyes on this proposal spot.

Lastly, if you want a proposal location that’s classic and traditional, there is a white gazebo on the property that would make such a picturesque proposal moment.

Haiku House Proposal Packages

We have two proposal packages designed for Haiku House.

The Haiku House Classic is made for the couple who vibe with all the greenery and want to stay on property for an hour during their proposal and engagement session to make use of all the ample backdrops Haiku House has to offer.

Haiku House does have a peek of the ocean…

…but if you do want engagement pictures on the beach (or another nearby location) as well, then our Haiku House Deluxe gives you 1.5 hours of photography and an additional location for your engagement session.

Interested in proposing at Haiku House? Reach out to us to chat about this beautiful private venue!

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The Best Places To Propose In Maui

Maui exudes romance! With over 30 miles of beaches and a huge variety of settings to drop to one knee, Maui has you covered. We know that choosing the best location could depend on your personalities, her subtle hinting, your sense of adventure, or sentimental incorporations. That being said, we wanted to gather a list of our favorite proposal locations to help you out! Without further ado. here are some of our all-time favorite best places to propose in Maui:

SOUTH SHORE BEACHES

Conveniently located near many of the best restaurants on the island and offering some of the most romantic sunset views, there are dozens of white sand beaches to choose from in Kihei, Wailea and Makena. Black lava rocks are present at many of these ideal proposal locations. These rocks in particular offer a gorgeous contrast to the blue water and colorful sunsets.

THE TOP OF A VOLCANO

What’s more romantic than a proposal in the clouds? Maui is home to the largest dormant volcano. Haleakala (meaning ‘house of the sun’) features otherworldly beauty and is consistently rated one of the best places to view sunrise or sunset. The drive itself is picturesque but you’ll need warm clothing for this location.

JUNGLE

Hanging vines, lush foliage, and fragrant ginger flowers set a tropical vibe for that once in a lifetime question. Follow up with an engagement photography session at the shoreline. Talk about two incredible settings in one magical West Maui location!

HAIKU MILL

There is a reason this is one of the most coveted wedding venues in the state. The Haiku Mill is over 150 years old, with a breathtaking mix of French-inspired décor, vine-draped ruins, and spectacular flora. A stroll beneath the Mill’s archway is like a trip back in time.

SECLUDED PENINSULA

Get a new perspective on Maui and sweep her off her feet, literally! A helicopter tour is the best way to explore otherwise inaccessible valleys and waterfalls. It is also the best way to reach secluded locations. This way, you can be sure to pop the question without an audience.

CLIFFSIDE

Imagine the sound of the waves crashing against the rocks, the Maui sun setting on the horizon. Just the two of you, perched precariously in the most secluded island chain in the world. The imagery of a cliffside location is one of our very favorites and can easily be combined with a beach proposal or photo session.

FOREST

Not just any forest, take her to a stand of Eucalyptus with bicoastal island views. Nothing on Maui is ordinary! A forest offers privacy and a sense of adventure to start your lifetime together.

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THE PLAN:

Prior to our engagement session, Jack set up four clues around their hotel grounds. He also had set the golden snitch ring box in place so everything was perfectly ready when I arrived.  He figured Amanda would suspect what was awaiting her at the end. We planned that was once Amanda found the golden stitch, he’d drop to one knee and propose.  I would wait in the bushes and start photographing as soon as I saw them coming down the trail.

THE PROPOSAL:

Jack waited for Amanda at the beginning of the trail leading to the jungle. He handed Amanda a map to lead her to the tree where he had placed the golden snitch. The tree led Amanda too was marked Whomping Willow on her map. When she found the tree and the golden snitch Jack got down on one knee and asked Amanda to be his bride. Of course, she gave Jack a resounding yes!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

After accepting Jacks amazing Harry Potter scavenger hunt proposal. The couple explored the beautiful Maui jungle together taking time to soak in the joy of the occasion.  Jack wanted to enjoy every moment with Amanda so they spent time dancing under the canopy of trees. Jack even took time to push Amanda on a rope swing in the jungle before moving on to the rock beach. To end their engagement session the newly engaged couple took in the beauty of Maui while walking along the shore of the rock beach and looking out over the cliffs. This was the perfect Harry Potter scavenger hunt proposal.

Jack and Amanda, thank you so much for choosing Engaged on Maui to help you pull off your Harry Potter scavenger hunt proposal.  I’m so happy that your Maui jungle engagement was the intimate day you envisioned.

Photography by our associate photographer Samantha | The Perfect Proposal

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In Derrek’s initial email, he told me that he and his soon-to-be fiance are always ready for an adventure.  With that description, I knew just where to set up their engagement!  There is a fun hike with an incredible Banyan tree that would perfectly frame this jungle proposal in Northwest Maui.  As soon as Derrek heard about this location, he knew it was where he wanted propose to his lady.

THE PLAN:

Since they were an adventurous couple, Derrek and I had planned that he would take Michelle on a great hike in Northwest Maui.  We planned that was once they were in front of the giant Banyan tree, he’d drop to one knee and propose.  I would wait in the bushes and start photographing as soon as I saw them coming down the path.

THE PROPOSAL:

In any good proposal there will be a little hiccup that we just have to roll with.  The jungle proposal’s hiccup was the muddy trail!  Michelle was such a trooper, and like Derrek said, she was up for anything.  A hike in the mud didn’t faze her.  I was hidden away and saw them coming down the muddy path, Michelle in her “slippahs” (on Maui we call flip flops “slippers”) and Derrek barefoot leading her to the gigantic tree.  As soon as he got there, he took a deep breath, dropped to one knee, and popped the question.  She was thrilled!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

For the engagement session, we took our first set of pictures in the jungle before we headed to a nearby cliff overlooking the ocean as our second location.  These two couldn’t keep their hands off each other during their photo shoot!  They are so in love!  We got terrific photos with their the reflections in the tide pools and some as they danced in the waves!  We ended the session with a surprise find: tropical trees decked in Christmas lights.

Derrek and Michelle, thank you so much for choosing Engaged on Maui to photograph your jungle proposal in Northwest Maui!  I am honored that you wanted us to be part of your special day!

Photos by Angie | Perfect Proposal Package

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