Location: Waikoloa Village, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (30 mins Kona, 20 mins Waimea, 5 mins Beach / Resorts) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Condominium, apartment, one bedroom, ground floor, flat, Hawaii, garden, lanai
The sweetest condo on the Kohala Coast to escape to. Just perfect for one or two. Laughing Gecko Waikoloa is an end unit, ground floor gem that sits right on the 6th tee of the Robert Trent Jones course in Waikoloa Village. Enjoy discounted rates at the Waikoloa course if you stay here as well as access to the Village pool and tennis courts. Check the Waikoloa Village website for updated rate information.
Tucked away and private, sit on your lanai and enjoy sweeping views of miles of rolling green golf course in front of huge, panoramic ocean views, framed with all our mountains - Haleakala, Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai. The unit enjoys dead on Maui sunset views, just perfect for relaxing and enjoying Mai Tais at sunset, or coffee in the morning.
The unit is designer decorated and furnished and well equipped with everything you'll need to enjoy your stay. A full kitchen is a pleasure for those who like to cook. Excellent restaurants are nearby for those who don't.
The complex is right opposite the golf course club house, pool and tennis courts. Everything you need is right there and it's a short stroll to the shops. A very good grocery store is just a walk away along with banking, medical, post office, etc.. The Resorts and world class beaches are only 5 - 10 minutes away by car.
Waikoloa Village is a planned community with underground electric, world class golf course and amenities conveniently located between Waimea, Kona and Hilo, just minutes from the best beaches. It is the perfect central location to base yourself for your Big Island vacation.
In home chef, massage therapist, maid service, private hiking guide, professional photographer, gourmet pastries and pre-arrival pantry stocking available. Ask owner for details.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Not needed. Ceiling fan in living room. Portable fan in bedroom
- Linens Provided
- Washer : In unit, not shared
- Dryer : In unit, not shared
- Off Street Parking : Deeded stall on the golf course.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Cable with high speed broadband internet wireless network.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Large pool at the Waikoloa Village Center across the street.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : microwave and dish washer included
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : BBQ area with golf course and ocean views provided on the complex.
- Deck/Patio : Teak garden bench overlooking the golf course and ocean on a private patio area in front of the lanai
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Stunning ocean and coastal views beyond the golf course. Views down both the Kona and Kohala coast lines.
- Mountain View : All 5 mountains - Hualalai, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, Kohala & Haleakala are visible from the complex
- Golf Course Front : Right on the 6th tee of the Robert Trent Jones Waikoloa course with great views.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Golf, Tennis, Pool, Nene
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking inside the condo.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Star-gazing, observatories, volcano watch, whale watch, swim with dolphins, zip line, botanical gardens, jungle hikes, coffee farm tours, waterfalls
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$94 per night for 1-2pp
HI tax 13.416%. $89 cleaning fee. $50 refundable damage deposit
US check preferred. Credit cards accepted via PayPal with processing fee
15% surcharge 12/20 - 1/6. Rates are for 2011. Rates for 2012 bookings may vary.
Additional adult guests 3-4 people $30 per night each. Cleaning $115
Inquire about lower rates for children
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Huge Ocean & Mnt View on Golf Crs. End Unit. Charming & Quiet.
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Waikoloa Village
In searching for a condo as a vacation rental my criteria included a superb location, outstanding ocean and mountain views, golf course frontage, established and beautiful landscaped common areas, privacy and quiet. A tall order, for sure, but I found the perfect unit in the perfect location, that met all my criteria, and then some! For a single person or a couple this is a delightfully charming getaway.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
This condo is located right on the golf course and just opposite the golf course club house, pool and tennis courts. As an end unit the condo is quiet and private. There is a small secluded garden out front with a teak bench just ideal for sitting out and enjoying the amazing views and watching the birds and golfers. I lived in this unit and loved every day. It is a very sweet spot, within easy walking distance of shopping and dining.
Shopping center with excellent grocery store, gas station, banking, medical, beauty, restaurants, etc.
Owner's Map of Waikoloa Village
Ali Blackmore is a Zimbabwean who has traveled the globe, living in eight different countries over four continents. Dual careers in real estate and design have traveled with her and continue on Big Island, Hawaii where she works as a Realtor with MacArthur & Co., Sotheby's I'tnl Realty specializing in Kohala Coast and Resort property. A lifelong real estate investor, Ali knows a good property when she sees one and bought Laughing Gecko Waikoloa because it is one of the all-round best view condos and locations in Waikoloa Village. Ali is an accomplished designer, painter and writer and loves gardening and all thngs Hawaiian.
Property Photos
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- Bedroom suite - Waikoloa Village Vacation Condo on Golf Course; Ocean & Mountain Views; Internet
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- Living room - Waikoloa Village Vacation Condo on Golf Course; Ocean & Mountain Views; Internet
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- Full size kitchen with dishwasher and microwave. - Waikoloa Village Vacation Condo on Golf Course; Ocean & Mountain Views; Internet
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- Lanai looking onto the golf course and ocean beyond
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- Bathroom is finished in tumbled marble
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- Living room looking toward the bedroom.
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- Native Nene - endangered/protected species - right in front of the lanai
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- Sunset over the golf course and ocean from the lanai with garden
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- Ocean view from in front of the lanai
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- Kawaihae harbor and Kohala Coast view from in front of the lanai
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- Kohala mountain view from in front of the unit
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- Hualalai view from in front of the unit
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- Mauna Loa view from the golf course in front of the unit
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- Ocean & harbor view with Maui behind the haze
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- Pool with unit in the background
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- Newly refurbished tennis courts right accross the street.
Traveler Reviews (12)
Comfy and Cozy
Guest: love to travel
(Woodland Hills, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11
Review Submitted: 10/23/11
This place is comfortable and cozy for two. The inside decor and the outside relaxed atmosphere is a great way to experience the Big Island. As described, it sits right on the golf course with a bird feeder located right outside of your front entrance, so you can watch many different types of birds come and feed every morning. There's also an avocado tree around the side of the building, which we were told is OK to pick. The rental suite comes equipped with a full kitchen plus an in unit washer and dryer, which was a really nice convenience. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone and everyone.
Owner response:Aloha Satoko, thank you for your kind words. I love that the birds are there all the time. The Java Finches are so adorable and happy and of course to have our endagered Nene come right to the door is such a special thing. Regards, ali
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Two Weeks for Two
Guest: Escape to Hawaii
(Vancouver)
Date of Stay: 04/16/11
Review Submitted: 05/09/11
My boyfriend and I escaped Vancouver's rainy spring this April by staying for two weeks at Ali's garden suite. The pictures are spot on; it's well appointed and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need for a great stay - from a blender for morning smoothies to a lovely selection of serving dishes. We often dropped in at the conveniently located market around the corner for beach, dinner and drink supplies. The view from the lanai is wonderful - the Nene, geckos, sunsets and gardens are a treat. We didn't spend any time at the golf course or pool - why would you when you're beach seekers and only a half hour drive away from Kikaua Point Beach, the Mauna Kea beach and Kua Bay Beach park? The cooler and sun umbrella provided were invaluable. If you're on a budget and are looking to stay for as long as you can in Hawaii while treating yourself, this suite is a fantastic option. We had a fantastic trip.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
A nice place!
Guest: Mimin
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/31/10
Review Submitted: 04/06/10
This 1BR/1Ba condo was very comfortable and cozy. It made up feel like we were at home. The space was enough for my husband and me. It sits on he golf course as described with an awesome view of the mountains and ocean! However, the ocean is nowhere near to walk to. The village is about 5.5 miles inland from the main hwy and oceanfront resorts with a drive through a 2 lane curvy road- rough to drive at night but scenic during day. The condo was well equipped from kitchen gadgets to beach towels/beach chairs! The only thing we had to supply was water for our day trips! It was clean and well decorated. The linens smelled fresh and clean. The towels were of Tommy Hilfiger! nice! Usually, I don't like to walk around in "foreign" homes barefoot, but this place didn't make me feel "dirty." There weren't really any fast food places to go to... something we were looking for when we first arrived at 9pm... Then the next morning, we discovered the market around the corner where there was the grocery store... a Subway restaurant... a nail salon... and other small stores/offices. by the way, the grocery store had the BEST buttermilk donut and coffee I'd ever had! Most of the restaurants, fast food and sit-down, were located in Waikoloa Beach, where there are 2 outdoor malls. Queen's was of more affordable stores and King's is more high-end stores. Queens had a food court where we had lunch plates for lunch... also Sansei, a sushi restaurant, YUM! For breakfasts, we drove up to Waimea for Hawaiian Style Cafe and drove south to Kona for U Top It, LOVE 'EM! Our dinners were spent at my friend's wedding activities so we really didn't have dinner at restaurants... The owner of this condo was very kind and fast to respond! Her interior design background really showed in her condo! Overall, the Laughing Gecko was a nice place to stay. As much as we'd love to stay by the beach, this place was more affordable... and it was like our own home for our unfortunate very short stay!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Enjoyed our weekend here!
Guest: N.S
(Oahu)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10
Review Submitted: 04/02/10
My BF and I spent 3 nights at the Laughing Gecko and loved it! Coming from Oahu we wanted something far away from crowds, buildings, and the city and this condo offered just that. The drive to the condo is serene and we enjoyed the miles of scenery. Gorgeous view and the apartment is stocked with pretty much everything you would need~but a rice cooker would be handy. Bedroom is also gorgeously decorated and cozy. Ali was also very helpful in the booking process. :)
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Guest: Elisa Eeubank
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Date of Stay: 05/29/09
Review Submitted: 05/29/09
I just wanted to let you know that we really liked your condo, it was perfect for us. We own a home in Waikoloa that is leased. From now on, when we are there, if your unit is available we would definitely like to stay there again. The view is great and it is very nicely decorated and we thoroughly enjoyed staying there. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again. Thanks for the hospitality.
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Guest: Keith StClair
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Date of Stay: 05/18/09
Review Submitted: 05/18/09
This place is really nice! I will definitely come and stay again and I don't say that often and if I say it I mean it. It is a perfect location and a great place to stay. The wildlife on the golf course is amazing. The condo is very attractive.
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