Absolute Oceanfront Private Home W/ Pool & Spa - New Lower Rates!

• Wonderful place to stay on the big island

  Wonderful place to stay on the big island

  • Guest love the big island
  • Date of stay 11/14/08
  • Review Submitted 11/25/08
  We enjoyed staying at this property very much. It was exactly what we needed. It had beautiful ocean views, turtles swimming in the bay, a nice pool, and hot tub. The owners were nice and easy to make arrangements with. We would like to come back with our children and would try to stay at this property again. We loved the big island! We loved the Pu'u'lu Valley hike to the black sand beach with it's crashing waves, we loved the sea kayaking and snorkeling, we loved the horseback riding in the Waipo Valley, we loved the beaches, we loved the night time lava viewing as it flows into the ocean, we loved the waterfalls, and we loved the luau that we attended. We had a great vacation and were glad to have such a nice place to stay, too.

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

  Owner response: Aloha ! Mahalo for your great review ! We are so blessed to live here on the Big Island and to share this beauty with our guests at Kona Shangrila. It is our passion to provide a First Class experience to our guests so they can enjoy all the wonders and adventures of this Paradise! We look forward to your return visit and please bring those you love to share it with you. Aloha and Mahalo ! Trisha and Sterling

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• Magical Stay

  Magical Stay

  • Guest Fern
  • Date of stay 08/24/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  What an amazing house for our grand family vacation. Considering we had 4 generations present...there was something for each and every one of us. No matter what we needed, we found it in Shangrila! We wanted to give a big giant THANKS to you both for having such an amazing spot that we could all enjoy and share. From each one of us...MAHALO!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.

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• We had a Lovely vacation at Kona Shangri-la

  We had a Lovely vacation at Kona Shangri-la

  • Guest Kay
  • Date of stay 07/28/12
  • Review Submitted 08/09/12
  My family group of 7 loved staying at both of the Shangri-la's for our 9 night Big Island vacation. This review pertains especially to Kona Shangri-la. My teens and 20 somethings enjoyed the private pool and hot tub, as well as being able to go explore down at the shore right outside the back gate. We saw turtles on the rocks every morning! The kids also liked the bright green geckos and the lovely garden plantings. My husband and I liked watching the paddle boarders who enter the ocean nearby each morning. We liked being able to use the fully equipped lovely kitchen ( we really only used one) for breakfast every morning. It saved us a lot of money over eating out all meals every day, and there were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, allowing private time when needed, and family time when wanted. That was a great advantage over being cooped up in a couple of hotel rooms. Really the price was better than three hotel rooms would have been for our group at a similarly nice hotel, and I believe the benefits of being at our own private house were way better than any hotel could offer . The house was conveniently located for exploring both north and south Kona -- we even got up to Kohala and the Pololu Valley which was an awesome day trip.. It is not close enough to walk to any restaurants but they are just a short drive away. We did not experience any heavy traffic during our stay on Ali'i Drive. We also appreciated the convenience of using the laundry room at the house! It made for some light packing! It was so awesome the way the windows open up on two of the levels to let the breeze and the sound of the ocean come in... however I will say that while we were there Kona was having a bit of a heat wave ( mid to high 80's) and we did need to use the air conditioning for comfortable sleeping. But probably at other times of the year, the breeze would be comfortable enough. The units were beautifully decorated and very very well kept and super clean. If we are ever blessed enough to visit Hawaii again we will definitely look up Sterling and Trisha's properties again! We had absolutely no problems whatsoever our whole trip! We highly recommend Kona Shangri-la! P.S. while in Hawaii don't miss going to the Place of Refuge, visiting the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, taking a trip to the top of Mauna Kea to see the stars, and make the drive to Pololu Valley and hike down to the black sand beach. It was all absolutely beautiful.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Aloha Kay. Thanks so much for taking time to write such a great review on Kona Shangrila. We so love that you enjoyed your holiday. It is our mission to provide a comfortable and beautiful space so you can create memories of a lifetime for yourself, family and friends. We try to provide all the amenities and guidance you need to explore the island with its wide range of adventures. Please come back again and visit us in Paradise. Aloha and Mahalo, Trisha and Sterling

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• Amazing holiday location

  Amazing holiday location

  • Guest Kickin' it in Kona
  • Date of stay 07/10/12
  • Review Submitted 08/06/12
  We stayed there as a family, and thoroughly enjoyed Kona Shangrila. Sterling and Trisha were excellent to deal with. The home is lovely, well stocked and in a great location. We were a close drive to Kailua -Kona, White Sands beach and Kahaluu beach. We were able to paddle board and snorkel right from our doorstep. We loved the sliding windows that opened up to the ocean breezes and the wonderful sounds of the surf! This home is perfect for separate family units, should one need it, as there are 2 fully equipped kitchens, but ended up using only one kitchen as our home base.Lovely to hear the surf, see the trees, sunsets and turtles . Amazing. Should we ever need a large home for an extended family trip again, we would definitely consider staying here again. Thanks for a great stay!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.

  Owner response: Aloha Kim Thanks for taking the time to write such a great review on Kona Shanagrila. We do strive to provide Memories of a Lifetime for our guests and provide a very at home feeling by providing amenities to make you comfotable. So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back another day with family and friends. Aloha and Mahalo. Trisha and Sterling

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• Donna D

  Donna D

  • Guest Donna D
  • Date of stay 06/08/12
  • Review Submitted 06/18/12
  This house was simply lovely and all 6 of us enjoyed our stay. We hope to come back one day soon.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: Aloha Donna.. Thanks for posting such a nice review on Shangrila. We hope to see you again one day soon . Aloha and Mahalo, Trisha and Sterling

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• A+ All the Way!

  A+ All the Way!

  • Guest LauraG
  • Date of stay 03/02/12
  • Review Submitted 03/15/12
  This was a wonderful location for our group vacation. Trisha and Sterling were very helpful throughout the entire rental process, and we found all of the directions on getting to the house and what to do once we arrived to be clear and easy to follow. We had five couples, so we all appreciated having our own bedroom and bathroom. We used the kitchen on the middle level (with occasional runs up to the top floor when we needed additional microwave or oven space) and found it to be very well-stocked. We were especially glad to find such a nice selection of condiments, spices, and basic ingredients - those sorts of things that you need to have but don't always remember to buy! It was also well-supplied with items like beach towels, some snorkel gear and beach toys, and even coolers. We used the washers/dryers, and were pleased that detergent was provided for them. Many in our group enjoyed snorkeling in the bay - what a treat to have that right next to the house! And the hot tub was also quite popular after the snorkel adventures. We enjoyed watching for sea turtles in the bay. One evening we had a wonderful barbecue on the lanai. We loved the large sliding windows and kept them open most of the day if we were around. The ceiling fans and portable fans helped us to keep the house comfortable - and we appreciated the detailed directions on the use of the ceiling fans. The house is in a terrific location - close to Kailua but out of the traffic - and so convenient to other areas. We visited the farmer's market, the Pu`uhonua o Honaunau Historic Site, Kealekekua Bay, Painted Church, and Bayview Coffee Farm. We also did the tour of the Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory, which was excellent. We were very sad to leave, and we hope to return someday soon.

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

  Owner response: Aloha Laura, Thanks so much for taking time to write such a nice review on Kona Shanagrila. It makes us feel so happy to know our guests enjoy this beautiful home and location. It is our mission to help our guests create Memories of a Lifetime by giving them the amenities and guidance to create that space in their lives for their friends and families. We hope to welcome you once again to Kona Shangrila for another wonderful holiday. Aloha and Mahalo, Trisha and Sterling

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• We love Hawai'i

  We love Hawai'i

  • Guest Katie
  • Date of stay 02/18/12
  • Review Submitted 03/13/12
  Our Hawaii trip was wonderful. The house we chose to rent was great. Dealing with Sterling and Trisha was easy. The house and grounds are clean and well maintained. I was amazed at all the extras we found: laundry detergent, cooler, variety of items for small children (stroller, safety gate, stuffed toys), the books and videos that were on each level, stocked kitchen (sandwich bags, spices, condiments, dishwasher detergent and dish soap. Having a wonderful place for all of us to stay with the possibility of alone time or joining the group was nice. The sound of the surf I miss. We opted not to use air conditioning and used the fans with the windows open. Having wide open living room windows was awesome. The location was great. It provided us with a base to visit many sites and participate in activities. Our son even was married on a beach. The volcano tube and Volcano National Park are worth seeing. We all enjoyed kayaking. Those of us who surfed found it enjoyable. Whale and dolphin watching was definetley worth rising early for. It was amazing how cool the thatched huts were in the national park we visited. Hilo definitely is rainy. The Botanical Garden was truly amazing. Hawai'i is truly a beautiful place and this home with ijt's kind owners is an awesome place to showcase the island.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway.

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• A Piece of Paradise

  A Piece of Paradise

  • Guest Anna-Marie M.
  • Date of stay 02/18/12
  • Review Submitted 03/06/12
  Sterling and Trish deliver what they promise and more. The stocked kitchens were a bonus. We even found sandwich bags that came in handy when we made lunches for long day excursions. The closets held a variety of handy options: cooler, carriage, safety gate, booster seat etc. The laundry room was even stocked. Our 'home' was wonderful. We liked having the living room windows fully openable to enjoy the surf and ocean breezes. We opted not to use air conditioning and found open windows and the fans provided kept us cool. Having all containers clearly labelled for garbage or recycling was thoughtful. It was easy to find shopping and activities or stay at home and use the pool and hot tub. Having access to the shore was a bonus. The house and yard was clean and well maintained.We had trouble with the propane BBQ and help was provided as well as charcoal briquettes. We would not hesitate to return to Hawaii and return to this lovely home. We proudly showed off the house before we arrived and rave about it now we are home. My daughters did not like the geckos and some found the birds singing too early in the morning. We toured Volcano National Park, Thurston Lava tube (very cool), surfed (the orange shack on Alii), kayaked/snorkelled/cliff jumped (a favorite of all 10 of us), whale watched (only 6 of us but he gets 5 stars), visted Hilo and toured a water fall and Botanical Garden. Hawaii is a magical island. Most of us loved the turtles (please do not touch). Good advice for the lotion for sunburns. Bring and wear water socks as the lava cuts easilyon the beaches and in the water. Lefty's (Mexican) served generous portions of delicious food. The Kona Eatery had tastey beer and good food. Having a GPS was helpful to navigate. Groceries and gas were expensive.

  Owner response: Aloha, Thanks so much for writing such a great veview on Kona SHangrila. We love that our guests enjoy their stay with us and create incredible memories for themselves, their friends and families. We try to provide the amenities you need to make your stay an easy and comfortable experience. Please come back and bring your friends and family to share this beautuful space again. We apologize for not responding earlier to your review, but somehow we did not see it until today. Mahalo and Aloha, Trisha and Sterling

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• Paridise by The Ocean

  Paridise by The Ocean

  • Guest Katie
  • Date of stay 02/18/12
  • Review Submitted 03/05/12
  My family enjoyed staying in this home. It was truly a home away from home. It was convenient to have stocked kitchens and a BBQ. The pool and the hot tub were a bonus and well used. It provided us a wonderful base to venture into Kona and explore the island. It was relaxing just to stay at home and enjoy the view and listen to the surf. The location was desirable and easy to locate. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to experience Hawaii in your lovely home.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Aloha Robert, Thanks for taking time to write your review on Kona Shangrila. It was our pleasure to ensure that you had what you needed to create beautiful memories for you and your guests. We hope to welcome you again one day back to Shangrila. Aloha and Mahalo, Trisha and Sterling

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• Perfect home for a large family!

  Perfect home for a large family!

  • Guest Barb
  • Date of stay 01/02/12
  • Review Submitted 01/15/12
  From our intitial contact with Trisha and Sterling, until the very last moment when we had to drive away from Kona Shangrila, we had a perfect experience. Our hosts were extremely communicative in answering our questions by email prior to making our final decision to book this residence. The location was even better than expected, with the ocean easily accessible just a few steps away, and the visibility from the pool deck was absolutely wonderful.We had plenty of room to spread out, plenty of bedrooms to share, and even with 13 of us, we only used one kitchen. The house was wonderfully equipped with everything we needed, from spices to snorkle gear. We found all the cooking utensils and serving dishes we needed, just like in our own homes. The family which left just before we arrived left several items in the pantry and refrigerator, which we used, and in turn left anything that was fresh or unperishable for the next group. It truly was like having your own family vacation home! From the photos, we thought the rooms were a little larger, but the home was lovely, well appointed, and very comfortable. The Wifi was great- we could even send emails from the pool deck! The town of Kailua was very convenient, and we took advantage of the farmers market several times, gorging ourselves on fresh pineapple, bananas, avacados papayas and mangoes all island grown and at great prices! We loved Splashers Grill across from the King Kam for casual dining, great breakfasts, and drinks. They also run a snorkle boat.. Ask at the restaurant and you'll get a discount! Their snorkle trip was 4 hours, we swam with the dolphins, and saw more fish than we could count or identify at the Capt Cook monument. The boat was fully stocked with beverages and snacks, and wonderful healthy wraps for lunch. I wouldn't miss a driving trip over the top of the island, to Waimea, seeing the vast grassy ranch land, and be sure to spend a few hours at Volcano Nat'l Park. We fell in love with the Big Island, and will certainly return... hoping these hosts will have a place for us next time we are ready to book. Mahalo!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Aloha Barbara and Paul.. Thanks so much for taking time out of your busy day to give us such a wonderful review ! We just love to hear nice comments from our guests. When you make your next reservation, please let us know when you stayed with us and we will give you a "Returning Guest" Discount. Mahalo and Aloha.. Trisha and Sterling

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• Tax Rate 13.42%