Location: Kealakekua Bay, Kona Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (500 feet from Kealakekua Bay, 35 minutes from Kailua-Kona) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-12)
Keywords: House
"Pathway of the Gods" is the meaning of the name given by ancient Hawaiians to Kealakekua Bay. Five hundred feet from the bay, nestled among the palm trees and fragrant plumeria blossoms is Hale Hanai, the site of your next vacation.
This two-story four-bedroom vacation rental home will give you a taste of old Hawaii, away from the crowds, with a large private yard abounding in pineapples, bananas and coconuts. Designed with a family in mind, Hale Hanai would love to be your home-away-from-home. "Hanai" is a word Hawaiians use to designate adopted family. When you stay with us, you are our adopted family.
Upstairs, Mom and Dad can relax and enjoy their own private living room with views of the bay. The Alii (royalty) room is furnished with a California King bamboo canopy bed, a seating area, and a lanai from which to view some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. There is a fully-equipped kitchen and a dining room with a table that seats eight, as well as a china hutch with dishes for that special meal.
Downstairs the kids have their own living area, where they can enjoy watching a video or television. Equipped with a small dining table, a mini fridge, sink, and microwave, they have their own space. The Dolphin Room has a queen-size bed and is perfect to accommodate Grandma and Grandpa or a married child and spouse. The built-in daybed is wonderful for a younger child, and it also makes a great place to sit and enjoy a book while the ocean breezes rustle the curtains and wash your cares away. There is even a portable crib ready for a napping baby, if needed. The Volcano Room sports a double bed and the decor has been heavily influenced by Madame Pele, the goddess of fire. The Observatory Room has a daybed with a pullout trundle bed. Two queen-size sleeper sofas (one up, one down) round out the sleeping arrangements.
Across the bay is the historic Captain Cook monument that marks the place where the famous explorer met his untimely end. Spinner Dolphins visit the bay daily, and there is unparalleled snorkeling in this marine sanctuary. After a day of sightseeing or kayaking in the bay, the outdoor shower will wash away the sand. The barbeque awaits, as you dine outdoors on the picnic table as the sun sets on another perfect day in paradise.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed : Two queen-size sofa beds
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Many family-friendly movies and sightseeing videos as well, Full seasons of Star Trek and Everybody Loves Raymond
- CD Player
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully-stocked kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Entire house ....... $249/night - $299 a night December and January
Single floor only .. $149/night - not available December and January
* Minimum stay of 5 nights
* Reservations require a 50% deposit to confirm
* Balance due 1 month prior to arrival
* Hawaii tax totalling 13.416% will be added
* Cleaning fee of $250, $300 for parties of 8 or more, $150 for one floor
* Refundable security/damage deposit of $500
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1990
Why the Owner Chose Kealakekua Bay
We turned the former family home into a vacation rental. The family enjoyed being close to the ocean when we lived there. A transfer to the other side of the island for employment changed our residence, and this was a solution that allowed us to keep a home we all loved.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We enjoy staying at Hale Hanai whenever it isn't rented. We spend most weekends there and whatever other time we are able. It makes a wonderful writing retreat and a great place for us to invite friends and family from the mainland. We love the historic bay with the snorkeling and the dolphins. We love the quiet feel of old Hawaii. We love the smell of the flowers when we first get out of the car, overpoweringly fragrant.
Owner's Map of Kealakekua Bay
Thom is a Sociology professor at the University of Hawaii in Hilo. Susan is a writer. We got married in 2000, after having both lost our spouses. Between us we have six children and two grandchildren. We love to travel and see the world, and we love to stay home and enjoy the beautiful islands of Hawaii.
Property Photos
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- Hale Hanai Vacation Rental - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Upstairs Living Room and Kitchen - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Downstairs Living Room - Big Island, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Kitchen and Dining Room Upstairs
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- Downstairs Mini Kitchen/Dining Area
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- Upstairs Master Bedroom - Alii Room - California King canopy bed
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- Alii Room - Sitting Area
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- Downstairs Master Bedroom - Dolphin Room - queen-size bed
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- View of daybed in Dolphin Room - portable crib also available upon request
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- Volcano Room
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- Volcano Room towel volcano
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- Observatory Room
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- Our location in relation to the bay
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- Spacious backyard
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- Backyard looking toward the house
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- Kealakekua Bay 500 feet from Hale Hanai
Traveler Reviews (14)
great location
Guest: visitors from Guam
(Guam)
Date of Stay: 02/13/11
Review Submitted: 03/02/11
Our group of 4 rented the downstairs unit for 1week. We enjoyed the proximity to the Bay for kayaking and snorkeling. Local area hill running was great. Mrs. Curtis was very helpful in getting us set up with the kitchenware requested. The place was clean with plenty of beach and bathing towels. Would stay here again.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children.
Wonderful honeymoon escape!
Guest: Lindsay
(Salt Lake City, Utah)
Date of Stay: 08/08/10
Review Submitted: 08/17/10
My husband and I recently honeymooned here, and we absolutely loved it! The house is roomy, well-ventilated and clean. We loved all the personal touches, including the towel origami and the colorful coconuts. It was also nice to have a big kitchen and patio to cook in. It looks just as good as it does in the pictures. The house is really close to the bay, which is so peaceful. Stay here when you come to the Big Island. It's beautiful and secluded. We highly recommend it!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Home Paradise
Guest: Greg and Jeanette
(Carmichael, California)
Date of Stay: 02/11/10
Review Submitted: 04/13/10
In a life of roaming the world, my wife and I have stayed in a hundred guest houses. This is one of the best. Big and comfortable, yet open to the Hawaiian breezes, it is just steps from a little village around an historic bay. We kayaked across the bay with visits from dolphins, whales and a manta ray. There was lots of room for family and friends too. You are going to love this place.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Mike and Leslie Dicou
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Date of Stay: 01/07/06
Review Submitted: 01/07/06
This has been one of the funnest family vacations we've ever been on. We did all kinds of new stuff--kayaking, being one of them--and now we're actually giving advice at the kayak launch area. Swimming with the dolphins will, of course, be our top highlight. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. Mike, Leslie, Natalie and Taylor Dicou
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Guest: Larsen and Gotsch Families
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Date of Stay: 12/30/05
Review Submitted: 12/30/05
We all had a great time. It was so nice of you to allow us to stay in your home - and we greatly appreciate all the little things you did just for us before we arrived. My son surfed in your bay, we visited South Point, Hilo, Volcanoes, waterfalls, swam with turtles and lounged at many different beaches. It was such a good time. And we treated your home with care and respect. Thank you so much for opening it up to us. Mahalo!
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Guest: Carla and John Beeman
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Date of Stay: 08/15/05
Review Submitted: 08/15/05
Here in this tropical sanctuary we celebrated the fullness of life with our closest friends and relatives. We are so grateful to have had this time together and to be filed with the beauty of our surroundings. In the spirit of Hawaiian discovery, a beautiful puppy found us and we are taking our "Hanai" back home. Aloha!
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Guest: Harts and Shanks Family
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Date of Stay: 06/13/05
Review Submitted: 06/13/05
Mahalo nui loa! Fun was had by all: scuba diving at Two-step, snorkeling at Cook Monument, Manini, and the Kealakekua Pier, despite the high surf advisory, kayaking 6/7 days, dolphins one of those days, surfing a Kahalu'u. The list goes on. Our seven-year-old son asked me to write that he would like to buy your beautiful house. A hui ho!!!
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Guest: Brooks and Laurie Haderlie
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Date of Stay: 05/20/05
Review Submitted: 05/20/05
Your home is so lovely, so wonderfully decorated and inviting. What a great way to celebrate 29 years together: snorkeling, seeing turtles and dolphins, the flowers of Hawaii, volcanoes and of course, sunsets. Thank you so much!
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Guest: The Haas Family
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Date of Stay: 05/05/05
Review Submitted: 05/05/05
Thanks for your warm welcome and for sharing Hale Hanai with us. We had a great time snorkeling, kayaking, and enjoying this beautiful place. We had a lot of fun with the geckos. My son held still for a while so they woud jump on him. Mahalo!
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