Oceanfront Home: Spectacular View, Snorkel & Swim from Yard

• Awesome

  Awesome

  • Guest Nancy M.
  • Date of stay 02/21/13
  • Review Submitted 02/25/13
  We had rain, but our stay was wonderful. The BEST snorkeling any of us has seen. The coral was amazing. We saw turtles on every snorkeling trip. The house was terrific.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Amazing Retreat

  Amazing Retreat

  • Guest Lisa
  • Date of stay 02/01/13
  • Review Submitted 02/11/13
  We stayed here for nine wonderful days. The house was great! Clean, modern home---better than the pictures! The beds were comfortable, home was well stocked with linens, soaps, and cooking supplies. We took advantage of the farmer's markets and fresh fish, and cooked at the home most of the time. With an amazing view like that it made hanging out in the kitchen a pleasure! We woke up in the middle of the night to view the stars---amazing skies that are always changing. We loved it here, and this has changed our minds about our usual all-inclusive Mexico vacations. So much to do, but if you feel like hanging out and reading or enjoying the view this is a great place to do that. We went to Volcano National Park, Champagne Pond, Wednesday Night Market (must do!!) waterfalls, a day trip to Kona, the Black Sand Beaches and so many other things. Too fun-- We will be back!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• Relaxing Stay

  Relaxing Stay

  • Guest Julie B.
  • Date of stay 01/27/13
  • Review Submitted 02/04/13
  If you're looking for seclusion and relaxation, this is the place! It is in a rural location, but the view of the tide pools and ocean is beautiful, especially from the hot tub. The design of the house is quite interesting-all of the stairways are on the outside of the house, as is the first floor bathroom. The bedrooms are on the top floor. We were fine with the design, but wouldn't recommend it for anyone who has challenges with steps. The only other suggestion would be to replace the sheets in the master bedroom. They were worn and a bit scratchy.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the Coral Pool House. We strive to exceed our guests' expectations of the home. Thank you for informing us of the condition of the sheets. They have been replaced. We keep new high quality cotton sheets in stock for that purpose. We will be more attentive in the future to replacing sheets and have alerted our staff to be as well. Although unconventional, we designed the home with an exterior entrance to a bathroom as a convenience when swimming and snorkeling in the pools. Aloha, Jim and Gail

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• Spectacular

  Spectacular

  • Guest JM
  • Date of stay 12/05/12
  • Review Submitted 12/25/12
  We have enjoyed two stays at the Coral Pool House this year and both were wonderful. The view is incredible, the house well designed and furnished. The snorkeling is beyond belief (and we have snorkeled many places in the islands). In addition to the fabulous variety of fish species, the outer reef insures that even on the worst surf days, the tide pools in front of the Coral Pool House are calm and safe. The outside staircase (protected from the weather) between the gathering floor and sleeping floor gets you outside where the Coqui frogs are wonderful to listen to and the sky glow from the lava can be seen in the distance. Slipping into the hot tub after dinner and listening to the surf and Coquis and watching the horizon, is the height of luxury. Jim and Gail are always great to deal with as is, LLoyd, who does the cleaning.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

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• Our stay at the Coral Pool House was the highlight of our first trip to Hawaii.

  Our stay at the Coral Pool House was the highlight of our first trip to Hawaii.

  • Guest Cindy
  • Date of stay 07/18/12
  • Review Submitted 08/12/12
  After spending 3 days in Kona and 4 days in Kapoho, I must say this home is in the best location. Our time here was so relaxing, I hated to leave. I could easily adjust to waking up each morning to the sun rising over the tidal pools. Away from the crowded city, but still within close proximity to visit Hilo, local waterfalls, Volcanoes Nation Park and Lava Trees State Monument. The best part was the great snorkeling just outside the back door.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• For a three generation family holiday your home was perfect. The location cannot be matched.

  For a three generation family holiday your home was perfect. The location cannot be matched.

  • Guest Joy
  • Date of stay 06/06/12
  • Review Submitted 07/04/12
  We loved the location, right on the tide pools and the amenities at the house were perfect for a family of 6. The hot tub was a wecome treat each evening after snorkeling or exploring the area. The design of the house is so unique and the furnishings are lovely. We had a very comfortable stay. We stayed on West Coast time and rose with the sun each morning going to bed rather early. The sleeping was comfortable with ceiling fans and the breezes blowing thru the windows at night. Weekends get crowded at the pools so that is a good time to go the the volcanoes or Hilo for sightseeing. The rest of the week it felt like our private swimming area. Very nice and I want to return next winter...

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• Tranquility

  Tranquility

  • Guest S&R
  • Date of stay 03/18/12
  • Review Submitted 03/27/12
  Our family loved this spot. We weren't sure if we would like being away from the beach, but this was great. The pools were right there for a dip whenever and we spent our last day with a big Honu! So lovely. Modern with all amenities. Great for teens and families, but couples will also love the hot tub and sunrises fom the Master bedroom.. Very close to the water may not be suitable for really young children. Wish we were here longer.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• I could retire here

  I could retire here

  • Guest cj
  • Date of stay 05/24/11
  • Review Submitted 09/02/11
  I first stayed at the Coral pool House August 18-29, 2010. I could not get enough so I returned May 24-June 5, 2011. I will be bringing my parents June 27 - July 8, 2012. This house, the location, the tides, the sunrise, the tidepools, the lava, the rhythms of the days and the frogs all make this house the perfect location to get away from it all. After soaking up the house and the Wai'Opae tidepools get in your car, preferably 4x4, and explore the "Red Road", head south and at least a dozen tropical oases await you. There is a thermally heated, ocean fed pool five minutes down the road, Isaac Hale beach park features surfers, a beautiful coastline and a hidden hot pond amongst the palm trees just off the coastline. Further down the road, which itself is a beautiful menagerie of tropical plants and trees, is Kehena black sand beach. MacKenzie state park is not to be missed with its lava cliffs and crashing surf and if you look closely you will find a 4x4 trail heading downhill to a hidden lagoon oasis with the cliffs and crashing waves in the distance. At the end of the Red Road is Kalapana. Walk 10 minutes over the brownie batter lava and you will find yourself amongst 1000s of coconut trees growing out of the lava and a new black sand beach. Drive the highway north and have dinner at one of the lovely restaurants in Pahoa. Also not to be missed, the other way on teh Red Road through a lava field and a rainforest, Lava Tree State Park, Hamakua Coast, Hilo, Ken's Pancake House, farmers markets, the zoo, Volcanoes National Park, zip lining at Umauma Falls, malasadas on teh Hamakua coast, Waipio Valley, snorkeling with teh Manta Rays in Kona. Phew !!!! Can't wait for summer 2012.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

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• Best Location/house in the area

  Best Location/house in the area

  • Guest LM
  • Date of stay 07/06/11
  • Review Submitted 07/26/11
  We stayed for 5 days early July 2011. We had stayed down the street in another property that was older and though had some charms this place was much nicer. Best part was the view, also nice furnishings, linens, kitchen nicely stocked. We were a couple and with a 5 year old. As other reviewers point out the rooms are separated, so he ended up sleeping with Mom in the master bedroom, Dad had his own room, but this was not a big deal for us. The jacuzzi was enjoyable, we also liked the grill. It is true that lots of visitors are about during the day, but also no big deal for us. I would stay here again. The one drawback was the Internet connection was really slow when we were there (fine at the other house in area we rented) so no Netflick shows but alos no checking in at work, which is a good thing, the satallite connection worked fine. Pahoa village has a great organic grocery store, and a couple good for Hawaii small town restaurants, especially Kaleo's Bar & Grill. Paolo's Bistro had good food too but the atmosphere was very quiet (perhaps as it is a BYOB?).

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

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• The best

  The best

  • Guest Laura
  • Date of stay 04/17/11
  • Review Submitted 05/23/11
  This may be the first time I've ever stayed in a vacation home that completely exceeded my expectations. Usually the hype outstrips the reality. The location, features and beauty of this home make it an amazing place to stay. We snorkeled here everyday and it was the best we saw. We went on great adventures to the volcano, Hilo, South Beach, Lava trees, Kanapali and had a great time. But everytime we came back to the house I felt that my favorite thing was to be there. The snorkeling here was better than everywhere else including Richardsons. We saw a turtle and countless fish. What a wonderful place. No one will believe me when I tell them how wonderful it is. Thank you Jim and Gail. Mahalo. See my video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMsKRltO4NY

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children.

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Additional information about rental rates

Listed rates include 2 guests. $15/night/each additional guest.

**$100 DISCOUNT: reserve all nights in any available period.

**$125 value: reserve 2 weeks or more, complimentary cleaning/restocking supplies for each additional week

RESERVATION DEPOSIT: 50% of rent ($500 min.). Due in 2 installments when more than 6 months of arrival. Balance (rent, cleaning & tax) due 2 months prior to arrival.

Fees:

• Each extra guests/night: $15 + tax
• Cleaning: $110 + tax
• Tax Rate 13.25%