Indoor/Outdoor Living in this Award- Winning Hawaiian Pole House on the beach!
Special Offer! Fall 2012! Best Weather! Best Prices! Dates: Aug 20, 2012 to Dec 1, 2012See Details
Location: Puako, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Hawaii's Gold Coast Between Mauna Kea and Mauna Lani Resorts) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: House, Estate, Villa
This lofty and spacious Hawaiian estate lies on the best sandy beach in Puako between the Mauna Kea and Mauni Lani Resorts. Most of Puako has no sandy beach and access to the water is over lava rocks. Because of this estate's beach, and sandy bottom swimming lagoon, it is considered the best of the best of Puako by local realtors and rental agents. With 180 degree views of the ocean, bay, the island of Maui plus the Mauna Kea Volcano this exclusive property has it all.
Built in 2007, this fully-screened tropical pole house construction is an award-winning architectural style,and offers 4 very spacious master bedroom suites and 4 1/2 baths (3 large king masters and 3 1/2 baths in the main house PLUS an additional king master suite and bath in the unattached 2nd-story studio apartment). STUDIO ALONE IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR RENT. EMAIL OWNER- EXCELLENT RATES.
The gourmet kitchen, large and airy great room with media center, den, and grand lanai all have spectacular views of the ocean and are steps away from the sandy beach. All bedrooms are air-conditioned. The up-scale studio also boasts a fully-equipped kitchen and spectacular ocean and bay views, and lies within the estate's gates and walls.
(WE ALSO RENT THE STUDIO WHEN AVAILABLE.PHOTOS BELOW)
Two outdoor hot showers in private gardens lead from the garden gates to the sandy beach. Your warm lagoon is your swimming pool. Protected and only 2-5 feet deep with a sandy bottom,it is home to green sea turtles and colorful juvenile fish. A few strokes beyond the reef-protected lagoon is the best snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking in Hawaii. In low tide the tidal pools will inspire, and in January through May, the 45 foot humpback whales will thrill. Morning walks along the two-lane Puako Beach Drive will find you at Puako's famous ancient Hawaiian rock carvings, the largest example of Petroglyphs in the world. There is also a Hawaiian grocery store in very short walking distance.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : All bedrooms! Quick and Easy!
- Linens Provided : Top quality
- Washer (2)
- Dryer (2)
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : Highest Comfort and Quality
- Convertible Bed (4) : Comfortable Trundle Sofa Bed in one of the master suites (equivalent to 2 singles), One single sofa bed in den, Comfortable Polynesian easy fold out beds with special mattress pads and bedding - one single, one double in Studio
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Full cable - Wall Mount Big Screen
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : Quality appliances including 2 dishwashers in the main and 1 in Apartment. Microwave in both.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Kitchens are fully loaded.
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher (3) : 2 in main house, 1 in studio
- Microwave (2)
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Quality Caterers are on the Island for hire.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai : Spacious Lanis surround the villa - Steps from the ocean, gorgeous views.Newly built covered lanai with open beams and designer fan - teak dining table in addition to the outdoor sofas and chairs. Great addition!
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Best Beachfront in Puako.
- Communications
- Telephone (4) : Local calls only.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- GATED AND WALLED FOR PRIVACY; 2 OUTDOOR Hot Watershowers; PRIVATE PARKING AREA; RESIDENTIAL STREET
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Gentle reef-protected beach for swimming and wading.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Rentors must be at least 25 years of age.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Absolutely no smoking
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- tide pooling
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Special Offer! Fall 2012! Best Weather! Best Prices! Dates: Aug 20, 2012 to Dec 1, 2012See Details
Take advantage of our discounted prices beginning August 1 through December 1, 2012. Our prices are based on occupancy and duration of stay. Read our reviews and dream up your perfect get away to the gold coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. Our property sits on the beach between the best major resorts. Plan now to insure your dates.
Villa 2-12 per $800-$2800/n + tax - Based on Occupancy & Season CONTACT FOR RATES
* December - January Holidays - 14 night minimum stay.
Security Deposit Required - refundable within 2 weeks less damage.
Departure Cleaning Fee is required. Cleaning service is also available.
Luxury Unattached Studio Apartment $275nt. Plus tax.
Refundable Security Deposit and Cleaning fee.
7 Night Minimun Stay is required on all rentals. Minimum 14 days holidays.
Villa & Studio sleeps 12 person max. Call for details.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Aloha Sands...Hawaii Beachfront Estate+ Guest Apartment
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Puako
Puako is a very special place on the Gold Coast of Hawaii between major resorts with many ammenties and choices for a fun-filled relaxing vacation
The Unique Benefits at this House
We are one of a very few properties on the only sandy beach in Puako. The beach is natural and rustic with a tidal protected lagoon in front of our villa, perfect for laps and children. Just beyond is access to one of the best snorkeling and scuba diving on the island. Humback whales cruise our reef in front of our villa and green sea turtles are common visitors to our lagoon.
Voted Best Beach in the World. Full service resort hotels with all the ammenities one can imagine. Great restaurants, shopping, pools, tennis and golf.
Neran's grocery is full of all the necessary staples you will need and more!
2 miles walk or ride down Puako Beach Drive and you will be on the Mauni Lani property - featuring 2 incredible resort hotels with incredible restaurants and ammenities eg. gym,pools, golf,tennis, sh
This Highway leads directly to Kona Airport- a 25 minute drive.
Great shopping. North Kahala Dive Shop Zagat rated Cafe Pesto 2nd. level Gas Best Shave Ice on the Island Fish Market
Property Photos
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- Indoor/Outdoor Living in this Award- Winning Hawaiian Pole House on the beach! - Big Island Apartment Rental
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- The historic "Queen's Pool" Lagoon,steps from Estate- Great Swimming! - Big Island Apartment Rental
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- Front View of Estate and Ohana Guest Apartment, Walled and Gated.with Security. - Big Island Apartment Rental
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- View of Villa from the Beach at Sunset
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- View from the Beach-The Award Winning Hawaiian Pole House Architecture & Gardens
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- Gourmet Kitchen and Imported Italian Cherry Wood Table seats 12...Marble Floors.
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- NEWLY ADDED Covered Lanai- Outdoor Dining Option with Romantic Ligjting and Fan
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- Gourmet Kitchen with 2 Dishwashers. Fully Loaded. Views of Pacific and Maui.
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- From Private & Gated Entry Gardens, Etched Glass Doors Open to Foyer or Lobby.
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- Media Center and Office with Views to the Beach. One of 3 BIG screen TVs.
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- Master Suite King with Sweeping Views, Big Screen TV - Air Conditioned
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- The Master Bath with Dual shower heads, bidet, generous counters with vanities.
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- The Loft Guest Suite - sleeps 4, Private Bath. Fully airconditioned. Views!!
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- The Loft Guest Suite with King Bed. Sofa is a trundle with 2 comfortable single
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- The Bay Guest Suite with Views of Gardens and Bay/private bath- Air Conditioned
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- The KING APARTMENT & LANAI, Full Kitchen, Sleeps 3, Air conditioned. Oean Views
Traveler Reviews (6)
A wonderful week
Guest: Ek
(SC)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12
Review Submitted: 01/23/12
Our week-long stay at Aloha Sands was perfect in every way. The house was as advertised, which means it worked well for our family and friends, including our 19 month grandson. The owners had a crib, high chair, toys, and with the large deck he had room to roam. Of course the high light for him was discovering the ocean. The shallow tide pools right out the front door with almost no wave action was great. The adults enjoyed the snorkeling plus having Hapuna Beach, the best for boogie boarding,is only 5 minutes away! Well stocked kitchen, plenty of linens, falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and a responsive owner. Everything that makes this a home I would recommend for small groups (ours was 7) to larger families.
Owner response:Dear Eileen, What makes our day is knowing our renters enjoyed our home and beach and that they found everything "as advertized". We strive to insure that your vacation is everything you expected and more. Check in days can be weary if not done properly, and with our managers on island meeting and greeting we feel confident that your holiday begins when you drive through the property gates. As you have seen, Puako is a special place and our location is perfect.The ancient Hawaiians referred to the lagoon right in front of our property as the "Queen's Pool" and indeed they took their children in the calm waters to teach them to swim. We are delighted your grandbaby also enjoyed that experience and your family took advantage of the best snorkeling on the island just beyond the lagoon. We hope to see you again. With much aloha, The Owners.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.
Fantastic beach hideaway
Guest: Alohaali
(La Jolla)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/16/11
Beautiful, gracious and spacious home with a view "to die for." Lovely grounds, in a natural setting, terrific outdoor lanai for dinning and sitting. Enter the great room that is expansive and welcoming. Well appointed, with all the kitchen tools anyone could want in great kitchen overlooking the ocean. Thoughtful owners even provide beach towels, beach chairs and snorkel gear. Hapuna and 69 beaches nearby and wonderful in addition to beach and ocean access out the back door. Definitely recommend for couples or family. We'll definitely come back again.
Owner response:Mahalo for your kind words. Even though most of our guests never leave our beach, we love when they do visit our surrounding beaches on this, the gold coast of Hawaii. Each beach has its own personality and beauty. The Mauna Kea Beach, just a few minutes drive from our home, has been voted by Condi Nast the #1 beach in the world. We have had guests rent kayaks, push off from our lagoon, and vist neighborhood beaches the Hawaiian way. Best to go out on a clear day in the morning when the water is calm. Dive and snorkel boats frequent our reef to see colorful fish and juvenile green sea turtles. From late November to early April, from our decks, you will spy humpback whales and their new borns frolicking in the surf just beyond our protected lagoon. Great for kids, families, and those of us who love the sea and nature. Do come back, and come a different time of year. Puako is amazing all year round.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.
Total Relaxation
Guest: David
(Palo Alto, CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 08/31/11
We stayed at this magnificent home in August 2011 and we had one of our most favorite vacations ever!! I'm so glad we chose to rent a home vs stay in a resort hotel room. The location was ideal ...it was sunny every day (which is not unusual for Puako) and was cooled by the breezes in the early morning and late evening (we didn't need to run the AC at all). The home was immaculate, newer, every amenity possble, very open floor plan and very resort-like. We loved the large lanai overlooking the beach. And the large grassy back yard area that opened up to the beach. It provided a lot of privacy and an area for the kids to play. We brought our mother on the trip who at times preferred staying at the house vs going to the beach, etc... And she has a nice time simply staying home, reading, relaxing, etc.. So much better than being in a cramped hotel room. LOCAL BEACHES: The white sandy beach was at our footsteps which was perfect for tidepools, short strolls, and great sunset photos Additionally, you are literally just a 5 to 10 minute drive to 69 Beach (snorkeling), Hapuna Beach (boogie boarding), and Mauna Lani resort beach (really good snorkeling). LOCAL TOWNS: 20 minute drive up to Waimea (local shops, farmers market, restaurants). 40 minutes or so to Hawi (older Hawaiian town for shopping). We were very happy staying more close to home which made it very relaxing. And I would definitely come back again.
Owner response:Dear David, When we built the house in 2006 and developed the property, we hoped to bring all the elements of aloha together: sandy beach,warm breezes,emerald lagoon,warm ocean and bay,tropical gardens,incredible views,winning architecture all wrapped in that Hawaiian easy-going life style. As you know just beyond our swimming lagoon steps away from our house lies some of the best reef for snorkeling and scuba. We hope you had many visits by our local turtles. We always enjoy the feedback our guests are so nice to leave for us. Thank you. We are so happy knowing that you and your family, especially your mother had a wonderful holiday. We hope to see you again. Best regards, Marie
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.
Fabulous
Guest: Midgie & Gary
(Rancho Santa Fe)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11
Review Submitted: 05/18/11
Without a doubt the most relaxing vacation, in the most beautiful surroundings,we have ever had an opportunity to enjoy! From the moment we entered the property, with the lush gardens and secluded ambiance, to the entryway with the breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, we were entanced. The interior design is perfect in every way...We enterained several times utilizing the professionl-like kitchen, while actually dining on the lanai with it's extrordianry views of the sunset. During the day we swam, snorkled, went kayaking and of course just lay on the beach! As an aside the wild life in the area is wonderful! Those evenings we wished to go out the Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea and last but not least my favorite Merriman's as well as many others are all within a short drive. If I had ten wishes one of them would be for everyone to enjoy this bit of heaven! Gary and Midgie
Owner response:Thank you so much for your kind words and for enjoying our home and beach. We have had many families with children of all ages and know that it is a special place to be enjoyed by family groups and also by couples. It sounds as if you enjoyed the beach and lagoon as we do, with great scuba diving right off our reef. I am so glad you used the gourmet kitchen and lanais for entertaining. There is something to be said for taking your cocktail from your porch a few steps to the beach at sunset and then back on the lanai, throwing some fresh fish on the grill. Our local fish market catches the fish in the morning and we grill it for lunch or dinner. Being on the gold coast of the big island of Hawaii lends itself to those who would rather drive 5 minutes to the half dozen superb resorts like the Mauna Kea, Mauni Lani, Orchid, Hilton etc. and dine at their restaurants. Next time you come I even have names of terrific caterers in the area for those special occassions. With much aloha, the Owners.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.
a week in paradise
Guest: CFSl
(Rancho Santa Fe, Ca)
Date of Stay: 06/15/09
Review Submitted: 04/01/10
Marie, It was great! to get up and walk into the sea;to be so close to the giant turtle on the rock, to see under the water all the creatures. Then walk a few feet and sit on the sand and watch the water. How peaceful! up to the deck for breakfast, after showering in the outdoor shower, watching the birds. enjoying the beautiful flowers in abundance. A short walk around the garden, then down to the beach to read by the sea, Lunch at the Mona Kea and a swim in their gorgeous pool and a game of bridge on their beach. and a swim in the ocean there.. What a day and it is only afternoon! A walk to the end of the street to see the wild turkeys and get a bit more exercise then a short nap before dinner. Which of the great restaurants tonight. My favorite? hard to decide. Maybe the one with the jazz band. or Tommy Bahamas?? or the one with its own garden for our salads, Home to watch TV on the comfy sofa , before off to our own guest quarters. Thanks for a fabulous day, one of many that week. Carol
Owner response:Carol, We are so delighted that you enjoyed our home and property. It is truly a special spot and we enjoy the wild life as well as the rest and relaxation. Major scuba companies on the island bring their boats to the other side of our reef for spectacular scuba and snorkeling. In our lagoon, as you know, all the juvenille reef fish learn the ways of the ocean and delight the adults and children who don't like to venture beyond the waves. The turtles come in too and bask on the beach because it is a protected sanctuary. As you know just a bicycle ride away or minutes by auto and you can catch all the waves you want at the famous Mauna Kea Resort. Come back again in February and March to see the Humback Whales.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
spectacular vacation
Guest: Karen
(Ann Arbor, MI, Usa)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10
Review Submitted: 03/26/10
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at this jaw-dropping property. It is so lovely that we had to force ourselves to leave and explore the rest of the island. Just sitting on the deck gazing at the ocean, watching for whales, and snorkeling right out the back, was all the vacation we needed, although it is easy to get to beautiful beaches, groovy restaurants, and cool shops from here. We did one all-day outing to the Volcano National Park which is highly recommended, stopping at the Botanical Gardens on the way. That said, returning "home" from our many shorter jaunts, was always a highlight after any outing, as the luxurious comfort of this property and the view and breezes from every window, made us never want to leave. Count yourself lucky if you have the opportunity to spend some time here. You'll be booking your return as you walk out the door. It's magical.
Owner response:Thank you for your kind comments. We love when our guests love our property and beach and hope you will return to our magical dot on the map one day. Mahalo
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
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