Look at how close you are to the ocean! Any closer and you would need a boat!
Location: Banyan Tree, Kailua-Kona, Kona Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Between Kona & Keauhou, oceanside of street, facing ocean.) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Oceanfront,sunsets,views,surfing,whale watching in season,private
Brand new inside and out! You can't get much closer to the ocean than this! Aloha and welcome to paradise. Leave your cares behind and take in the incredible ocean views, gentle breezes, and extraordinary beauty of your surroundings. The sunsets are truly amazing! Watch the ocean from the lanai or from the kitchen, the plush master bedroom, the dining room, or the living room!
Stunning and extremely luxurious 1200 square foot oceanfront condo. Over $100,000 spent on complete top to bottom interior and exterior remodel, with new kitchen, baths, flooring, doors, plumbing fixtures, lighting, appliances, cabinetry, and furnishings. Sit down ocean views from the master bedroom, living room, kitchen, and lanai! You are literally 20' away from the gorgeous Pacific ocean! It's like living on a boat without the rocking!( And definitely more spacious!)
This spectacular residence has been fully equipped with everything needed to make your stay completely comfortable and features persa gold slab granite and solid wood dark mahogany cabinetry in kitchen, hall, and baths, oil rubbed bronze fixtures, stainless steel appliances including microwave, large screen HDTV flat panel TV in living room, 20 inch televisions in both bedrooms, over 70 cable channels, family movie library, washer/dryer, Simmons Beautyrest pillow top mattresses, down substitue pillows,stone tile floors, glass mosaic showers, and even Egyptian cotton sheets and bath towels. The new gourmet chef's kitchen includes coffee grinder, coffee maker, blender, microwave, toaster, heavy stainless cookware, plus all of the basics. This condo is beautifully decorated and furnished, and is perfect for a family of 4 or 6. We have included a queen size Aero Bed for an additional private sleeping area. For your outdoor activities, we have provided 2 boogie boards, sandcastle building equipment, coolers, extra large beach towels, and beach mats, beach chairs, and an umbrella. Remember, no worries...you're on island time!
Watch the whales and dolphins, swim or snorkel with the sea turtles and tropical fish right outside your door. Completely private and secure, with covered parking and elevator. No stairs to climb. Spectacular oceanside pool with Webber gas BBQ and outdoor shower. Ceiling fans in all rooms, wireless high speed internet...we have even included a XBOX 360 for the kids, just bring your games. We also have a family movie library for "oceanfront movie nights".
This is the perfect location close to downtown Kona, as well as the Keauhou shopping center, with all of the fantastic restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, but also several grocery stores, WalMart and even a Costco close by.
Please feel free to contact Candace and Michael. they will be happy to answer all of your questions about our family's very special vacation home, Banyan Tree, and the Kona and Keauhou areas. Mahalo!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Full size washer in unit.
- Dryer : Full size dryer in unit.
- Linens Provided : Egyptian cotton sheets and towels.
- Elevator : Security keyed.
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : Simmons Beautyrest pillow top king in master.
- Double Bed : Two Simmons plush top full beds in second bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : Aero Bed
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV : Over 70 cable television channels in living room and both bedrooms.
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console : XBOX 360!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Oceanside pool.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : Unit is directly on the ocean.
- Ocean View : Oceanfront 180 degree view!
- Communications
- Telephone : 3 cordless handsets.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Totally remodeled and lavishly furnished. 2 boogie boards, beach coolers, XBOX 360 game console, flat panel LCD television in living room, family movie library and televisions in each bedroom.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
*1/8-3/31 ONLY $200/NIGHT... 7 Night Minimum.
*4/1-12/15 ONLY $180/NT,7 Night Minimum unless fewer nights in between reservation
*Ironman and 12/16-1/7:$225/Night....7 Night Minimum.
*4/1-12/15,2013 Only $180/NT...7 Night Minimum
Stays of less than 7 nights if fewer days are available in between reservations.
$300Refundable Damage Deposit due within 7 days of requesting reservation document
Paypal:V,MC,DS Accepted. $125 Departing Cleaning Fee.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Banyan Tree
After exploring the Hawaiian Islands we narrowed our search for a vacation home to the Big Island. It took us three years of looking to finally find our getaway!(And several months of construction once we did find it!) Our "had to have list" was extensive. We knew what we wanted because we had vacationed in so many other vacation homes. We had to be on the ocean ( we had to be able to view sunsets, surfers, and whales from the unit!), the lanai had to be private(no fishbowl!) we had to have two bedrooms ...the master had to have a king sized pillowtop bed and the guest room had to be able to have two full beds ( our oldest son is 6"4" and still growing! ) We love our sanctuary! The sound of the waves, the view from almost every room, the 40' wall of glass to let the view in, the pool is fantastic, and the local people are beautiful! We love Kona and look forward to returning everytime we go...and then we hate to leave and we always plan our next visit before we even get on the plane to leave! It truly is paradise...it's the perfect place to unwind and escape from everyday busy life! It is a magical place and we love sharing our island home with families from all over the world!
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Our condo is located 2 1/2 miles south of Kona on the ocean with easy access to grocery stores, great restaurants, Target, Costco, and the ocean! We love to stroll in the morning north of the condo to the next door beach park and watch the surfers and all the sea life in the tide pools. We watch the sunlight rise to color the waves and we love to see the turtles! Of couse we have a really great cup of Kona coffee in our hands! If we head south of the condo, two houses south to be exact, there is another small cove with beautiful sand, a lava wall to sit on and watch the turtles, fish, whales, and surfers! It is so peaceful here and the smell of the plumeria trees is ever present! What can we say...Kona is a very special place that will forever be held in our hearts with feelings of deep appreciation and love!
Owner's Map of Banyan Tree
Michael and Candace Spinali, San Diego , California. Michael is a San Diego native and Candace is from Michigan. We have been married for 22 years and have two children. Our oldest son Michael is a student at SDSU and our youngest son Cole is in the 7th grade. We have been going to Hawaii for over a decade now! We are Realtors in La Jolla, California and enjoy our island getaway! Our condo is our sanctuary..peaceful,private,tranquil.. and a definite detox remedy for life in the fast lane!
Property Photos
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- Look at how close you are to the ocean! Any closer and you would need a boat! - Kailua-Kona Vacation Rental
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- Another spectacular sunset! No one else can see you from lanai! Very private! - Kailua-Kona Vacation Rental
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- Looking straight from the lanai! What a view...it is hard to leave the lanai!! - Kailua-Kona Vacation Rental
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- Lanai view of a young whale swimming with the surfers. Same view from most rooms
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- Tropical high end furnishings throughout condo. OCEAN VIEWS FROM MOST ROOMS!
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- Ocean view from master bed! Shoji doors divide master bed and living room.
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- New master bath with double sinks, thick slab granite and oiled bronze faucets.
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- Master bath shower with tigers eye glass tile inserts with oil bronzed fixtures.
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- New mahogany cabinets, slab granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances.
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- High end designer furniture in every room. Local artwork used throughout condo.
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- Second bedroom with two plush top full sized beds. Huge closet with built ins.
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- Travertine with Amazon Green glass tile inserts in the guest bath. Granite too!
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- Why rent beach gear?We provide this and more free for a great day at the beach!
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- Mom and Dad,enjoy the sunsets in peace! We have a XBox 360 with two controllers!
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- Best Oceanfront Pool In Kona! Watch the surfers, whales,and turtles up close!
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- Million dollar remodel completed on building in 2008. Absolutely gorgeous!
Traveler Reviews (20)
Paradise
Guest: Carol & Mike
(Chesterton, IN)
Date of Stay: 01/17/09
Review Submitted: 02/11/09
WOW! Everything described in this property description was more than accurate. It was wonderful to sit on the balcony and watch the surfers during the day and the sunset in the evening. It was in a convenient location with restaurants and shops nearby. The interior of the property was up-to-date and very neat and clean. I would recommend this property to everyone. There is not one negative comment on this property. Carol & Mike Elaine & Art
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Family Fun
Guest: Double D's
(Utah)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/20/11
After planning and saving for years to take a trip to Hawaii, we are so glad that we stayed at Candice's piece of paradise. Everything was perfect! The location, the views, the surfers and the condo itself all added up for an unforgettable trip. We had 3 boys with us who loved walking out each morning to see what the ocean left behind. The surfing show right outside the condo was amazing. The manager of the condo was very friendly and helpful. All of the beach toys and coolers, mats and towels made it easy to take off on adventures without adding a lot of expense. We loved it and can't wait to go back someday. Thanks Candice
Owner response:Thank you so much Matt and Cheryl for your wonderful review! It was so nice of you to take time out of your daily schedules to write this review. And I know your lives are busy! It makes me so happy to hear that your family vacation to Hawaii was awesome. Your boys would love to watch the ocean during whale season...it is incredible. My boys could sit all day and watch the surfers, dolphins,fish, sea turtles and then you add the whales..they love it as do I! Again, thank you so much and I look forward to your return. With Aloha, Candace
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
INCREDIBLE VIEW...SENSATIONAL VACATION...OVER THE TOP CONDO!
Guest: Al
(Boise ID)
Date of Stay: 08/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/26/11
We had such a great vacation. We absolutely did not want to leave. I am not one to write reviews but I had such a great experience renting this condo that I had to share with everyone! My husband and I and our two teen aged sons entered the condo and our mouths hung open. It was the best ocean view ever! We couldn't believe our eyes! I wanted to take the furniture home with us. And the boys loved the XBox 360. And we also loved the Xbox too because my husband and I had time alone at sunset to sip a mai tai or two while they played Xbox and it was so romantic! The view from the master bed was amazing. We could have stayed at the condo and never left. But we did and the Big Island was beautiful. We are going to recommend this condo to our family and friends..and we will definitely be back!
Owner response:Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to write your review! It is greatly appreciated. The XBox does come in handy for everyone. My boys love to play the XBox and I love to watch the sunset with my hubby. It is a win, win for everyone! I look forward to your return! Mahalo,Candace
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A True Ocean Front Jewel!
Guest: Christy C.
Date of Stay: 08/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/13/11
We never rented from an owner before and stay mostly in luxury hotels. We were so happy when we arrived and walked through the front door...wow, what a magnificent vacation condo! You can literally see the ocean sitting down in every room. The view is a 10, simply incredible. The place has everything you need and then some, fully stocked kitchen with every doodad imaginable, blender, coffee grinder(nice),toaster, pots, pans, glassware, etc. Boogie boards and beach chairs provided (really?). The interior is like a suite at a luxury hotel with attractive furnishings, soft beds and fluffy towels. The place is also spotless and the cleaning staff they have folds the towels into little shapes along with the ends of the toilet paper...honest. They even give you paper towels and dishwashing soap, so thoughtful and convenient. We had one of the best vacations ever and we will be coming back for sure. Chris Las Vegas, NV
Owner response:Mahalo Christy! Thank you for taking time out of your daily schedule to write your kind words. It is greatly appreciated. I look forward to your return! With Aloha, Candace
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
This place is the best in Kona...don't waste time with the others!
Guest: Wade M.
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
My family just returned from the best Hawaiian vacation we have ever had. We go to Kona every year and finally found this place. Absolutely incredible and it is less money than we paid last year for a so-so place. Take it from someone who has stayed at many properties in Kona, this property is far away in a totally different class than all the rest. No comparison, period! First, you are right on top of the ocean, 15 feet away maybe. It has an unobstructed ocean view (one of the only in the complex that is not blocked by trees), quiet...all you hear is the crashing waves. The interior is out of this world, rich dark wood cabinetry and thick granite slabs everywhere, stone flooring, ornate tile work in the baths, stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, dark bronze fixtures. Get the picture? The place is like a model home! How about fluffy linens, towels and sheets, dark wood furniture that looks like it came out of a Tommy Bahama furniture ad. To top it all off, these guys provided boogie boards, beach chairs and coolers! I probably would have spent another $200 to rent these items for the 2 weeks I was there, but they were included free! I am not done, they actually have an Xbox 360 with 2 controls and Tv's in every room. My boys were in heaven. My wife who cannot be out of touch on her computer, yes free wireless internet is included as well. A really good selection of movies and books (including The Big Island Revealed guide book)that tells you all of the hidden beaches and places to explore. The place was spotless when we arrived and looked like it was never rented, like brand new. Great location close to everything just outside of Kona about half way to Keahou with a ground level garage with your own parking space. It was nice to have an elevator for unloading the suitcases, groceries, etc. We are going back to this place every year. We already booked for next year. The very friendly owner Candace told us over half of her renters are returning guests.
Owner response:Wow! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I truly love to share my Hawaiian getaway with other families and it makes me so happy when I hear that my guests had a great experience! I am so glad that you and your family had a fantastic vacation and I look forward to your return! With Aloha, Candace
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wanted to Stay Longer
Guest: D & L
(Iowa)
Date of Stay: 01/12/11
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
We were very pleased with Candace's condo. It was everything that the HomeAway Unit 167137 description said it was, and more. We enjoyed the sound of the surf, watching the surfers, and the confortable chairs on the lanai for just relaxing outside and watching the gorgeous sunsets. We grilled several times and the unit is well setup for food preparation if one tires of dining out (which is difficult as there are so many fine places to eat in Kona). The Kona Brewery (beer and pizza), LuLu's, and Humpy's were great places to eat, get there before 5:00 PM to get a front row seat for sunsets. The master bed was very comfortable for us, and we often have trouble sleeping on beds other than our TP. We stayed for three weeks and wanted to stay longer. This unit will be at or near the top of our list for our next visit to Hawaii.
Owner response:I also sleep really well on the pillowtop bed. I liked it so much that I purchased the exact bed to sleep on every night at home. I am just missing the sound of the waves, which I also love! Thank you for your kind words! It was a true pleasure to be able to share my little slice of heaven with you both! Many thanks!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+.
Right on the ocean!
Guest: Janelle
(St. Cloud, Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 12/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/29/11
Our family of 4 enjoyed this property on our first two nights on the Big Island. It's spacious, clean, good location on the water - in fact, the crashing waves were so loud, our Minnesotan ears had to adjust to it! Pictures are all accurate - that really is the view off of the deck/lanai. Wow. Short drive back down to many restaurants. Very reasonably priced for a good experience. Recommend for families, plenty of room for all to get ready and move around. Thanks!
Owner response:Thank you so much Janelle for the kind words. I am so very happy that you and your family had such a wonderful vacation!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Hawaii Wedding Here we Come
Guest: Sarah&Ben
(Portland OR/Vancouver WA)
Date of Stay: 03/02/10
Review Submitted: 04/16/10
My New Husband an i rented this condo for our Wedding in Kona. We were here for 2 weeks and loved every minute of it. The Condo was perfect. The pictures do not do justice of how nice it really is. We were able to cook in our wonderful Kitchen and enjoy the BBQ and have drinks on our very on leni at Sunset. We also were able to reserve the pool/BBQ area for a family gathering after our wedding. The Complex Manager was very nice and he helped us a lot. The pool was a nice little surprise ocean side. The view from our balcony was to die for. Very romantic, and very comfortable. We did not want to leave. There were friends of our who also stayedin the same Complex and our condo by far wsa one of the nicest there. I think some of our friends were a little jelouse! We will be returning in the future for sure. This was the best trip we have had. Thank you so much for sharing with us your amazing condo.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A terrific unit!
Guest: Sidney Steel
(Idaho)
Date of Stay: 01/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/29/10
What a terrific unit you have! When I was looking to rent, I really didn't pay that close attention to the fact that very few places had the pool oceanside. Delightful to flop down in a chaise and watch boats, surfers, cruise ships and whales. The Helicopter was great. Highly recommend the ride. We took the volcano/valley landing tour. Great suggestion for people who ony visit a week and prefer pool time to car time. Someone has great taste in Furniture!
Owner response:I love the pool at Banyan Tree! What a view! After a hard day of sightseeing, the pool is the perfect end of the day solution! Thank you for your kind words, and I look forward to having you stay in my slice of paradise again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Sidney Steel
(Idaho)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10
Review Submitted: 03/19/10
What a terrific unit you have! When I was looking to rent, I really didn't pay that close attention to the fact that very few places had the pool oceanside. Delightful to flop down in a chaise and watch boats, surfers, cruise ships and whales. The helicopter was great! Highly recommend the ride. We took the volcano/valley landing tour. Great suggestion for people who only visit a week and prefer pool time to car time. Someone has great taste in furniture!
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