Location: Private Homes, Kailua-Kona, Kona Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (10miles from airport, 400 ft to Magic Sands Beach, Ali'i Dr.)
Accommodations: Ocean Front Vacation House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
Welcome to HALE HONU, a beautiful vacation home right on the water front in Kailua-Kona!
**** SPECTACULAR LOCATION!! FABULOUS HOME!! GREAT PRICE!! We are offering a 40% discount on available nights in OCTOBER 2009 and a 15% discount for NOVEMBER 2009**
Hale Honu means "House of the Sea Turtle," aptly named for the "family" of turtles frequently seen frolicking in the surf in front of the house (known locally as "turtle cove"). This very special gated oceanfront home is perfectly situated to offer privacy and unobstructed views of the Kona coastline.
Hale Honu is a two-story, four bedroom, three bath, truly OCEANFRONT home with extraordinary views of the ocean from all rooms of the home. The home is designed with an upstairs 3 bedroom/2 bath main house, and a large 1 bedroom/1 bath studio/suite with a separate entrance. In July of 2007 we completed a major remodel upstairs, including all the windows, both bedrooms and baths, and the kitchen, and exterior. The bedrooms each boast a 4 X 10 foot retractable window...it's like sleeping on the bow of an ocean liner! The master bath has a new jetted bathtub and a custom Mango wood vanity and vessel sink!
You can rent the entire home or either portion! SEE EXCLUSIVE SUITE RENTAL, MORE PICTURES & CCALENDAR at vrbo listing # 46951.
This gated property is surrounded by a beautiful lava rock wall and borders Pahoehoe Beach Park (an oceanfront beach park with shaded sitting areas, grass and a small keiki (child) friendly beach). A two minute walk takes you to MAGIC SANDS BEACH, the best white sand beach in Kailua-Kona, and famous for body surfing & boogie boarding.
Our home is located just four miles south of the heart of Kailua-Kona village, and two miles north of the Keauhou shopping and cinema complex. Hale Honu is close to everything but is in a world of it's own!
The grounds of the property are nicely landscaped and totally private, enclosed within 6 foot lava stone walls. There are many comfortable places to sit and bask outside in the sun, or relax in the shade of the palms and tropical greenery, including many varieties of orchids. A hammock for two sways in a romantic shaded garden area at the ocean's edge.
When the sea is calm, there is excellent snorkeling at the abundant reef and arches directly in front of the house; the ocean can be entered from the property when the surf is low. You can also easily enter the ocean from the always sheltered small beach at Pahoehoe Beach Park just nextdoor. We swim with Honu (turtles) almost every time! A large lava shelf has excellent tidal pools for exploring at low tide.
The main living area of Hale Honu ("the house") is upstairs, where there are two nicely appointed large bedrooms, plus a 6X10 foot sleeping quarters with a single bed, two full baths, and a sunny, open kitchen and living area, leading to the covered tiled lanai. The kitchen is a gourmet's delight with a 5-Star range, french-door refrigerator, and lots of workspace. The 180 degree views of the Kona coastline are breathtaking from the living area. You may never want to leave this spot!
Throughout the home there are open beam cathedral ceilings and nearly floor to ceiling windows making the home light and airy, with full ocean views everywhere. The sound and energy of the ocean is present in every room. Decorated with Balinese antiques, fine art work and elegant tropical furnishings, you will feel like ali'i (royalty) in this home.
Our favorite lounging spot is the queen sized futon on the upstairs lanai-perfect for a shaded nap or sleeping over the ocean!
On the garden/ground level is the fourth bedroom, the "honeymoon suite". It has been designed as a complete PRIVATE STUDIO/SUITE with a separate, secured entrance, outdoor garden, dining and relaxing areas. This large (650+ square feet) space includes a king-size bed romatically draped in privacy sheers, and a comfortable sitting area with tropical decor, perfect for entertaining or snuggling (!).
The suite has a complete kitchen with cook-top and refrigerator. The bathroom was luxuriously designed with marble tile and glass block, and a large shower containing dual shower heads, (for sharing of course!). Windows and sliders encompass all of the makai (ocean side) walls, so you can simply let the ocean air in, or step out and be right at the ocean’s edge.
Spend your evenings on the tiled tropically decorated ground-floor covered lanai in the Kama'aina (Local) way...barbequeing and talking story. This 400+ outdoor living area if filled with the sound of waves, trade winds, and Hawaiian ambience.
When rented in it's entirety, Hale Honu would be a PERFECT SITE FOR A FAMILY EVENT (reunion, celebration). The beautiful outdoor areas will accomodate a large party, with room for outdoor cooking/reception areas, seating, and spectacular ocean views.
We strive to make our homes and your experience in them unique and filled with the spirit of aloha. You’ll find the home tastefully decorated, carefully maintained, and filled with lots of little extras (CD collection of Hawaiian music, binoculars, books on local history and cultural sites, etc.)
This home imbues a special feeling of Peace and Aloha to everyone who visits it, and it is with that Aloha that we welcome you!
Please Note... We do offer this property for vacation rental in three different ways:
* Entire Home (including suite for a full three bedrooms and three baths)
* Upstairs Only (three bedrooms and two baths)
* Suite Only (one bedroom and one bath) (See vrbo listing #46951)
THE AVAILABILITY CALENDAR LINKED TO THIS SITE REFLECTS AVAILABILITY FOR THE UPPER FLOOR OF THE HOUSE ONLY. THE SUITE CALENDAR IS VIEWED AT VRBO # 46951, or click on "All My Rental Listings" below for details! Sorry ,it's the only way we could do it! Simply call or e-mail with any questions regarding availability!
Mahalo and Aloha,
Peter Knoblich and Darla Mabery
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : Master Bedroom Platform King, Studio King Bed
- Queen Bed: 2nd bedroom upstairs queen bed
- Twin/Single Bed: Single bed in small well windowed ocean front bedroom
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- ***2 MINUTE WALK TO MAGIC SANDS BEACH*** Futon for outdoor sleeping on raised lanai, private oceanfront HAMMOCK, Gated property, HIGH SPEED CABLE/WIRELESS INTERNET, VCR/DVD, 2 Full Kitchens, 2 Refrigerators, all cooking utensils and quality linens provided, full sized Washer & Dryer, Beach supplies, Separate private studio/honeymoon suite, Perfect special event home
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Parasailing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Whale watching, Dolphin swims, Petroglyphs, Coffee Farms, Live Music
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates vary by season. "High" is Dec 15-April 15, "Low" is April 16 - Dec 14.
Rates are listed below as High/Low Season.*5 NIGHT MINIMUM (except late bookings)*
Entire Property: $595/530 nt...$3975/3575 week....$14,500/12,650 month (28 nights)
House 3 BR + 2Bath: $455/400 nt...$2995/2695 week...$11300/9640 month
Suite only: $219/185 nt...1495/1230 per week **HI Tax 11.4166%**
Christmas (12/19 - 1/3/10) & IronMan(Oct 3-12, 2009) rates: Entire = $635/4150/wk
Ironman/Xmas for 3BR house only = 525 nt/3545 wk Suite = $249 nt /1670 wk
Cleaning $185 house, $105 studio($275 both) Refundable damage $1000 ($500 suite)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Unobstructed 180 degree view from this oceanfront home! - Kona Coast/Kailua-Kona, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Oceanfront Home Rental
- Living room and lanai. What a view! Kitchen is behind you. - Kona Coast/Kailua-Kona, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Oceanfront Home Rental
- Kitchen remodeled in September 2007 - Kona Coast/Kailua-Kona, Big Island, HI - Hawaii Oceanfront Home Rental
- Master Bedroom with Jacuzzi Tub. King faces windows opening over ocean
- Master bath with jacuzzi tub, custom tile and tropical hardwoods
- What a view from the Master Bed! Both bedrooms have these windows & view!
- Second floor Lanai: Futon (open here) for sitting, napping, or overnight!
- 2nd bedroom: Queen Bed, Oceanfront windows behind you!
- Pahoehoe Beach next to Hale Honu...our lanai is in the background
- 3rd bedroom upstairs, overlooking ocean and park
- King Bed in Studio (for complete studio pictures see VRBO # 46951)
- Studio, doors open to ocean lanai (for complete studio pictures see VRBO # 46951
- Covered Lanai groundlevel: Ocean is 10 feet behind photographers back!
- Studio lanai with hammock, upstairs lanai above.
- Magic Sands Beach is a 2 minute walk from Hale Honu
- View of Hale Honu from the Ocean
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Mahalo John and Myra for your sharing your experience with us. Knowing your family had such a wonderful time makes all of our extra efforts more than worthwhile. Aloha, Peter and Darla
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Mahalo Jan and Craig for the opportunity to be a part of your special day and trip to the Big Island!
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