Snorkel with treasured green sea turtles on Punalu'u Black Sand Beach........
Location: Naalehu, Ka'u District, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Sea Mountain, Between Kailua-Kona & Hilo, Near Volcanos Park) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
COLONY ONE AT SEA MOUNTAIN
Stay 7 Nights for only $425.00 ** Stay 14 Nights for only $840.00 ** Stay 3 Weeks for ?? ***
** Reduced Summer Rates Through December 10 **
Now you've found your perfect vacation spot... "Hale Honu" or "Turtle Hut," aptly named for the endangered hawksbill turtles nestling along our black sand beach, offers a tranquil haven to human travelers, too! Perched on a bluff with Mauna Loa Volcano as its background and the soft blue waters of the Pacific as its foreground, Sea Mountain welcomes visitors seeking "Old Hawaii" at its best.
Words such as serene...peaceful...secluded...oasis...historic...natural...and unspoiled are aptly used to describe this special, unique place.
Ideally located between Kailua-Kona and Hilo and only a short drive to Volcanoes National Park and its awesome eruption shows, Turtle Hut overlooks the magnificent Pacific Ocean AND the 18th Green and Fairway of Sea Mountain's Par 72 Golf Course.
Bask in our glorious tradewinds-cooled sunshine or under our spectacular star-filled night sky! Our beach has been consistently rated among the most exotic, natural beaches in the world by beach afficianados, so the unit is equipped with great beach chairs and mats, umbrella, and basic snorkel sets.
Thoughtfully furnished and equipped with a selection of books and music to enjoy from the lounges on your lanai! and, of course, a blender awaits your mai tai or cocktail of choice.
Need additional room for family members joining you? Look up "Turtle Hut III", now available and ready for summer bookings. Same great resort and amenities, offering enough room for a large group. Look up listing #251908!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed: Tempur-Pedic Pillow-top
- Convertible Bed: Queen-size sleep sofa in living room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Color Cable TVs in both Living Room and Bedroom
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library (3) : Numerous CDs & DVDs for relaxation and entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Eclectic music selections, from Hawaiian to golden oldies to classics or country!
- Shared Hot Tub: Magnificent lava rock spa overlooking Ninole Bay or the brilliant stars at night!
- Shared Pool: Beautful tiled pool view great views of the ocean and the whales and dolphins at play!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full size refrigerator, four burner countertop, microwave with bake/grill, George Foreman grill, toaster, blender
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (3) : Pool Deck area offers several gas BBQ grills for guest cooking
- Deck/Patio: Large attached tiled lanai with ceiling fan and table and chairs for dining or just enjoying the beautiful ocean & golfcourse view
- View/Location
- Ocean View: Lots of our guests set the coffee maker to be sure to enjoy sunrise! over the ocean each morning.....its magnificent!
- Golf Course View: Overlooking the 18th fairway and green
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Area surrounding Unit #60
- Other Amenities
- 4 Tennis Courts; Adjacent to Sea Mountain Golf Course and a short drive to Volcano Golf and Country Club and Volcano Village's art galleries, five-star restaurants and winery. Hiking the Alakai and ancient Kings Trail nearby marked with petroglyphs and sacred signs. 4-wheel drive or hike to our Green Sand Beach near South Point.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Wednesday & Saturday Farmers' Markets in Na'alehu & Volcano Village offer great fresh produce and local coffees as well as one-of-a-kind artist creations to take home! Enjoy a facial or Hawaiian Lomi-lomi massage in Na'alehu or Volcano; aestheticians and microdermabrasion specialists, as well!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
NIGHTLY RATES: Low Season ... (Apr 14-Dec10) ..From $60/night.
High Season .. (Dec 11-Apr 13) From $80/night.
**SUMMER SPECIAL One Week Stay Only $425.00 **
MONTHLY RATES: $1250/month/low season/$1800 high season
Minimum Stay 3 Nights in Low Season; One Week in High Season
Plus 12.25% Hawaii State G.E. & T.A.Taxes & Cleaning Fees
30% Deposit due at time of booking, with balance due 30 days before arrival.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Turtle Hut at Punaluu Black Sand Beach! Now from $60 Per Night
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Naalehu
I first saw Colony One at Sea Mountain way back in the '80s when we stopped at the Black Sand Beach on a Tour Bus, and I vowed then that I would find a way to stay there on my very next trip to the islands. Sea Mountain is unique, not only to the Big Isle, but truly is not to be found anywhere else in the entire island chain! Not a ticky-tacky high rise, this small complex sits on a bluff like a quaint Polynesian Village might have, with the calm, turquoise Pacific Ocean at its foreground and the dark green forestland of Mauna Loa Volcano as its background. I can't imagine a more perfect location for a vacation, as we're located half-way between the "big" towns of Kona and Hilo, and only a 30 minute drive to the Volcanoes National Park. There's plenty to do without ever leaving the resort, as well! With our own magnificent black sand beach, Sea Mountain Golf Course, a beautiful fresh water pool and a volcano-style spa, tennis courts, tropical gardens and manicured lawns to enjoy, I jumped at the first possible chance to purchase one that I could afford, in 2003. I've had nothing but positive experiences managing the rentals myself, and I've met people from all over the world! I've made enough $$ in the last couple of years to offer free stays to returning soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan, and have a few more scheduled this year. Life just doesn't get any better than this! So come and find out for yourself!
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
The perfect day for me while staying at the Turtle Hut myself always begins with watching the SUN-RISE out of the ocean with a freshly brewed cup of local coffee, right on my lanai! Remember, we're located on the windward coast, so its the sunrise that lights up the sky with every glorious color you can imagine, and I promise you'll re-define "pink" and "orange" and "red" and try to find new ways to define those desciptors. I always have great company on the lanai, as our neighborhood cardinals and finch families will be waiting for me --sometimes chirping their impatience from atop the chairs! -- calling for their pieces of fruit and nuts! We've given them all names, down to the smallest male yellow finch with a broken left foot, who we call - you guessed it: "Lefty". When I'm lucky enough to have finished most of a papaya from the garden here, I usually take off for a good, long walk. There are endless walking or hiking choices here, depending on your conditioning, time and interests. One of my guests called me one day so thrilled that he had found waterfalls! on his hike during a heavy rain!
75 Polynesian-style units; low-rise development perched on a bluff overlooking Ninole Cove. Beautiful fresh water pool; volcano-style spa; four tennis courts; tropical gardens; adjacent to Punalu'u B
Sea Mountain Golf Course Great Rates! Before 9:00 am Tee time: $22 & after 1:00 pm $22; other times only $25 Par 72 All prices include Carts Call 928-6222
Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, Hawaii County Beach Park (no lifeguards) Lined with palm trees; restrooms available. Swim & snorkel with the turtles! Large picnic area; concession stand.
Uncle Abel's Beach, requires both four wheel drive and a gentle request to Uncle Abel to enter, should you see him when you arrive. Beautiful quiet pebble beach, hosts several surfing competitions th
Hana Hou Restaurant, serving Breakfast Daily from 7:00 am, Lunch from 11:00 to 3:30, Dinners Friday, Saturday & Sunday BYOB Allowed Fresh Baked Goods & Daily Specials
Punalu'u Sweet Brea Bakery, Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Daily Sample our sweet bread varieties; malasadas & Hawaiian sweet treats! including homemade ice creams! Sandwiches-to-go & salads. Dine in our
Na'alehu Farmers' Market, opens at 7:30 am every Wednesday & Saturday in the Ace Hardware parking lot. Fresh fruits, vegetables, locally grown coffees, arts & crafts, clothing, jewelry and souvenirs
South Point (Ka Alea) Southernmost point in the United States; rich fishing grounds and fishing ladders; old wreckage/buildings from World War II era. Follow your guidebooks for best starting point t
Wind Farms.......See the old and the new (completed in 2008) technological wonders in wind technology; one step outside of your vehicle, and you'll know why they are located here!
Hike the ancient Kings' Trail along the oceanfront and see many petroglyphs and heiaus from the early Polynesians voyagers and settlers. Please respect these sacred sites; photographs are allowed, bu
Hokuloa Chapel sits above Punalu'u Harbor and Beach, an easy hike away, and affords a majestic view of the coastline for miles! It is dedicated to the Missionary Henry Opukahala, who was born in Ka'u
Take Hwy. 11 North to the quaint village of Pahala, formerly a booming sugar plantation town. Here you'll find a bank, gas station, food market and the P.T. Cafe, serving great breakfasts from 6:00 a
Owner's Map of Naalehu
I believe that my move to Hawaii in 1997 is a perfect example of why the Big Island is referred to as the "Healing Island". Sure, I had fallen in love with Hawaii ever since my first vacation here in the '80s, but I was far from financially ready to make the move when pow! my life blew up! one insane day and the decision to move was made for me! And so it was, within one month, I resigned from my position as a police administrator, divorced my abusive and increasingly violent husband, and hopped a plane bound for Kailua-Kona, Hawaii with my 80 year old mother. Why Hawaii? It was the only place on earth where I had always felt completely happy and healthy and I where I knew I would be safe to begin a new life.
It is often said that the Mana, or "Spirit", of this island calls out to those whose hearts need to heal. I know now that it was not a coincidence that I was called here or that I found an old coffee plantation house next to the most famous "place of refuge" on the island, "Pu'uhonua O Honaunau". With pennies down, we bought it and learned how to grow and roast coffee! and hung macadamia nuts to dry in our old panty hose! Eventually, we sold that wonderful place for such a profit that you may now guess the rest of this story: yes! That first humble blessing, our place of refuge, sold for an amount large enough to provide not only for our next home, but also for the purchase of this beautiful condo at Punalu'u! And now I am blessed to offer a haven and oasis to travellers and visitors from all over the world, whether weary from life and needing to heal, as I was; or those coming to revel in the wonders of Hawaii! I still pinch myself often, to be sure this is all real!
Property Photos
- Snorkel with treasured green sea turtles on Punalu'u Black Sand Beach........ - Na'alehu, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - "Turtle Hut" at Punaluu Black Sand Beach!
- Relax with a cool drink on the lanai; watch the golfers or whales (in season!) - Na'alehu, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - "Turtle Hut" at Punaluu Black Sand Beach!
- Pool & Hot Tub Overlooking Ninole Bay. - Na'alehu, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Vacation Rental - "Turtle Hut" at Punaluu Black Sand Beach!
- Pack up our beach chairs & cooler (provided) and snorkel with the turtles......
- Polynesian-style condos overlooking Sea Mountain Golf Course at sunrise....
- Brand new Pillow-Top Tempur-Pedic Memory Foam King Bed Set
- Comfortable queen size sofa sleeper.
- Relax to Hawaiian & Pop DVD's, CD's & VCR music and movies.
- World famous Punalu'u Black Sand Beach rimmed with palm trees & shade!
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Karen and Butch , Northfield, MA
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tammy , akron ohio
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I wish I had discovered this Guestbook feature long ago, as it would be filled with nothing but 100% favorable reviews from my guests from all over the globe, for more than six years now! Rather than go back through my paper Guestbook and re-type all of those comments, I can easily and honestly say that their comments always focus on the great VIEWS; the wonderful LOCATION for exploring the Big Isle's favorite attractions; the unit's decor and furnishings; the pool and spa, and usually the great bargain prices that we rent for! Truly, the pleasure has been mine, too, in meeting so many great people from so many places and sharing stories by the pool or hot tub! Mahalo & a hui hou! (Until we meet again.............) Barb Rushton
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Thanks again for a wonderful stay!! The welcoming fruit and coffee bowl was a beautiful touch. Mahalo! Also, thanks for the new screen door! Everthing was so lovely and once more we are so sad to leave. I am addicted to that turquoise pool and the ocean waves and colors. Many good thoughts to you! Aloha! (Guests who have reserved January & February for the past three years!)
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We had the most wonderful time during our stay at your lovely condo! We took full advantage of all the wonderful opportunities in the area. The highlight was the sunset on top of Mauna Kea; a breathtaking experience!! Thank you so much for your hospitality! Mahalo!
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Thank you so much for the basket of goodies! We thoroughly enjoyed it! and the coffee was the best we've ever tasted. We loved our stay in your place and explored many of the out-of-the-way parts of the island. We even hiked into the Green Sand Beach, I'm proud to say! Arduous, but worth every huff and puff to see this wonder of nature and the volcano! We're definitely coming back! Thank you for a lovely stay!
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Mahalo nui loa, Barbara. What a beautiful place you have here, a little piece of paradise! We explored Volcanoes National Park and saw lots of turtles on the Black Sand Beach. We only wish we could have stayed much longer here, because three days was much too short a time! We WILL be calling you for another stay, and thanks for all of your tips and pointers, too.
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Wow! We came down to Punalu'u for a family wedding on the beach and decided to reserve one of these condos we've seen along the golfcourse, but never have stayed in. What a wonderful oasis this place is! So UN-like Kona and its traffic and crowds and noise. Its hard to believe that only a little over an hour's drive takes you to this place and its serenity! I couldn't begin to count the stars in the night sky, so beautiful, Barbara! Thank you so much!
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Aloha Barbara! We saw dolphins, turtles and whales and lava, but don't worry, we left the lava on the beach. After all are (sic) adventures, it was nice to come back to such a nice place at night. I loved the games you stocked and the movies too. The bed was comfortable and we all fit in it! (Note: 5,6 & 7 year old'ers!)
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Aloha, Barbara, What a truly beautiful spot of heaven you have made for guests here. Its a slice of HEAVEN! We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly and will recommend it to all of our friends!