"My Favorite Place on Earth" Thanksgiving Available Puako, Hawaii Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 107278

Lanai

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Location: Puako, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Near the Mauna Lani Resort, 25 minutes from Kona Airport)

Accommodations:  Beach House, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

This is the Hawaii you dream about! This little bungalow on the beach is an ideal tropical vacation destination for a couple or a family with children. It is the perfect island get-away for Honeymooners.

The house has a brand new queen bed in the one bedroom and two twin beds in the living room, so it sleeps four.

The house and Lanai open to expansive views of the beach, ocean, and sunsets year round. The lawn and gardens are flush with native Hawaiian trees and plants including 15 coconut palms.

Start your day sipping your morning coffee on your private Lanai while watching for migrating whales or spinner dolphins which make their home in the nearby Marine Sanctuary. Spend the rest of the day sunbathing on your private beach or relaxing in the hammock in the shade of coconut palms.

Enjoy the afternoon swimming with seaturtles, snorkeling or scuba diving in one of the best diving spots in Hawaii, the Puako reef, just a outside the Hale. A convenient entrance spot for snorkelers and kayaks is just a few yards from Hale Malia. Children will enjoy hours of beach combing and exploring tide pools.

The nightly sunset always brings people to the beach - a great chance to chat with locals and visitors alike. The beautiful tree-lined Puako Beach Drive is great for hikers, runners, and roller skaters.

When you are ready to leave the serenity of Puako you can visit some of the most premiere resorts on the Island, such as the Mauna Lani and Hilton Waikoloa, which are just minutes away. They provide first class dining and entertainment, spa treatments, shopping and golf. Several fabulous beaches are minutes away including "69" Beach and Hapuna Beach -both are wonderful for swimming, surfing, and boogie boarding. Sunset sails, deep-sea fishing, and world class golf are all available nearby.

Puako is conveniently located for visiting and touring the various sights of the Big Island. Driving time to Kailua- Kona is 25 minutes, Waimea 20 minutes, Captain Cook 45 minutes, Hilo one hour, and the Volcanoes Park one and a half hours.

Pre-ordered groceries can be awaiting you upon arrival. You'll be enjoying lunch and a cold beverage on your lanai, beach or hammock less than 1 hour after your flight's touch-down!

This property may be rented together with the next door cottage to accomodate a larger group. In combination the two homes would sleep six. The access between the two hales is very convenient. Please contact rental coordinator for availability.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided: Beach towels provided also (4)
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator: Freezer with ice making trays
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Lanai: Covered lanai with picnic table right above the beach
• View/Location
  • Beachfront: House is on the beach with grassy lawn separating it from the white sand, wide open views of the ocean and year-round sunsets, whale watching from lanai in winter months, gas BBQ on lanai
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet: Cable modem
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): WiFi 802.11 b/g (In other words, almost all computers with wireless will work here)
• Other Amenities
  • Hammock by the beach, two comfortable lawn chairs, picnic table with ocean views for outdoor dining, year-round sunsets from the house
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Health/Beauty Spa
• Other Activities
  • Great whale watching in the winter months, whales are known to come right near shore, excellent scuba and snorkel access to the Puako reef which is one of the best in Hawaii

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Rental   Rate .. From $250/night.
Holidays Rate (Thanksgiving week and Dec 15-Jan 5)...$300/night.
$100 Cleaning Fee. 11.4% Hawaii Tax.
$350 Security Deposit. $100 Cancellation Fee.
Four-day minimum stay required
Credit cards accepted in some cases via PayPal

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 02/24/09
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  Patty & Chuck , Conshohocken PA
  • We can't say enough wonderful things about our stay in Puako and this lovely cottage. We stayed for our honeymoon in Oct. 2008. The location is perfect for exploring the Kona coast. We particularly enjoyed eating breakfast on the lanai and having a drink on the sea wall at sunset. Tons of turtles to watch too! We would gladly stay again!
• 11/19/08
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  Laura , New York, NY
  • Before coming to Hale Malia, we stayed in many places on the Big Island, Maui & Kauai. Since our first visit in 2007 we now return always to this very special place because we love it so. Peaceful, beautiful, rich with color and swimming with life, it is my favorite place in the world. I leave renewed and grateful for the aloha bestowed on me by place and people.
• 06/09/08
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  David Gwen , Dana Point CA
  • Dear Kirsi, Your house on Puako beach was simply delightful, thank you. Peaceful, serene, and postcard scenic. There is no finer lanai on which to enjoy ones Kona coffee and papaya in the morning, wine and pupus at sunset. The water access 2 houses south was flat calm for us, allowing quick and easy snorkeling access to the reefs which were thick with colorful fish and turtles. Hot insider tip for your guests: The Waikoloa market 5 miles up Waikoloa road is just 10 minutes from the house. It has a good selection of wine, local coffees, produce, high quality groceries, and hands down the best Ahi Sesame Poke on the Kona coast. We look forward to staying there again! Mahalo, David and Gwen Drenick Dana Point, CA
• 06/08/08
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  Sherri , Arcadia, CA
  • We stayed September 2007 and had one of our best Hawaii vacations ever. We go every year and stay at a different locations, Hotels, Condos, or homes. Snorkeling every day in front of the house at one of the best reefs in the world was the best. We talk about it all the time and tell everyone they need to go here!! Sherri
• 06/05/07
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  peggy , Newport Beach, California
  • If you like cheeseburgers in paradise then this is your destination! This quiet, very quaint bungalow guarantees front row seating to incredible sunsets, pristine blue waters with the sounds and spirit of the Hawaiian islands welcoming you.
• 05/08/07
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Kirsi, I would like to tell you that we had an absolute wonderful time in your beautiful house. The location is absolutely gorgeous, with the sunset and views. Thank you for letting us renting it. Bets regards Jan
• 04/08/07
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  Felica , Kennesaw, GA
  • My Husband and I stayed here for 5 nights in March 2007. Had a blast!!! Love the cottage. It was unpretensious and exactly what we were looking for. There was only my husband and I so it wasn't crowded. It was so nice to be able to watch the sun set every night while enjoying a glass of wine and grilling steaks. We did not even eat out at all since the view from the cottage was so spectacular. This isn't a fancy place, if that is what you are looking for. But it was extremely clean and well stocked with towels and lineans. The Kitchen had everything we needed. Great snorkling at one of the beach accesses which was approximately a mile down from the house. Tried to snorkle behind the house but the surf was either too rough and or when I did snorkle there wasn't much to see. Go to the beach access down the road. Great fish, octopus and turtles. My husband saw five turtles a one time while he was snorkling and they tend to come up there in the evening. Saw lots of action re: humpback whales. Mother and Baby playing and a couple of breeches. But bring a good pair of bincolars because they are a little ways out. Overall great retreat. My husband actually said enjoyed it and that I did a good job finding it. I think He even liked it better then the Ritz Carolton on Maui. I think you would love it as well unless you are looking luxury and for someone to wait on you hand and foot. NOt us. Relaxing and a wonderful time.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    There is great snorkeling from a beach access only 20 yards south from the house. High surf would make it more challenging to get into the water, but during calmer waters, especially early morning, it is fabulous and there is plenty to see if you go far enough out to the drop-off. In fact this is a place where snorkel and scuba tours bring their guests!

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