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Villa 10d- Across from Fabulous Beach Club! Golf Discounts [#371032] | View Property

Kolea
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
$375-500/nt
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• Outstanding!

  Outstanding!

  • Guest Darren D.
  • Date of stay 04/28/13
  • Review Submitted 05/15/13
  So you've decided on a holiday to Hawaii, picked the Big Island for its volcanoes and some of the best snorkeling around, now all you've got to do is find somewhere to stay, right? There's so many condos on the west coast, they all seem to have the same features, so which one do you choose? Our criteria were simple: as close to the beach as we can get, needs to have a pool, big enough to fit 5 people comfortably, and a splash of luxury would be nice! From here it was easy - every review for this condo raved about the place, and one look at the availability page showed that this was a popular spot. We jumped at a gap in the reservations which matched our travel plans. Communication with Natasha was easy, and here directions were clear. Payment was straightforward, and our security deposit was refunded promptly. The condo was everything we'd hoped for and more. Spotlessly clean, full stocked with every imaginable appliance, beach towels & toys for the kids, high quality furniture and fixtures throughout. Kolea beach club, with its pool, gym, and beach access is directly across the street. I even got in a round of golf at the Waikoloa Beach course! The location was perfect for us - the resort was uncrowded, great beaches we only a short drive away (when we wanted a change from the fantastic A'Bay) - I would recommend "69 Beach", about 15 minutes North. Spectacular helicopter tours depart from a heliport located about 5 minutes away, snorkeling & whale watch trips are accessible (after a 40 minute drive south) The Kings and Queens markets are very close by - great for souvenir shopping, but expect to pay virtually double the Kona prices for grocery items - make a trip to Safeway, Target or Costco in Kona for those. My only complaint - 5 days is way to short to enjoy everything that Hawaii, the Big Island, and this condo have to offer...next time we'll book it for a couple of weeks! Would I recommend this rental? – absolutely. **note - for some obscure reason, homeaway are not allowing me to refer to the property address (even though its listed in the property title, and in all the other reviews...go figure!)

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Outstanding!

  Outstanding!

  • Guest Darren D.
  • Date of stay 04/28/13
  • Review Submitted 05/13/13
  So you've decided on a holiday to Hawaii, picked the Big Island for its volcanoes and some of the best snorkeling around, now all you've got to do is find somewhere to stay, right? There's so many condos on the west coast, they all seem to have the same features, so which one do you choose? Our criteria were simple: as close to the beach as we can get, needs to have a pool, big enough to fit 5 people comfortably, and a splash of luxury would be nice! From here it was easy - every review for This property raved about the place, and one look at the availability page showed that this was a popular spot. We jumped at a gap in the reservations which matched our travel plans. Communication with Natasha was easy, and here directions were clear. Payment was straightforward, and our security deposit was refunded promptly. The condo was everything we'd hoped for and more. Spotlessly clean, full stocked with every imaginable appliance, beach towels & toys for the kids, high quality furniture and fixtures throughout. Kolea beach club, with its pool, gym, and beach access is directly across the street. I even got in a round of golf at the Waikoloa Beach course! The location was perfect for us - the resort was uncrowded, great beaches we only a short drive away (when we wanted a change from the fantastic A'Bay) - I would recommend "69 Beach", about 15 minutes North. Spectacular helicopter tours depart from a heliport located about 5 minutes away, snorkeling & whale watch trips are accessible (after a 40 minute drive south) The Kings and Queens markets are very close by - great for souvenir shopping, but expect to pay virtually double the Kona prices for grocery items - make a trip to Safeway, Target or Costco in Kona for those. My only complaint - 5 days is way to short to enjoy everything that Hawaii, the Big Island, and This condo have to offer...next time we'll book it for a couple of weeks! Would I recommend this rental? – absolutely.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Fantastic, luxorious condo close to pool and beach

  Fantastic, luxorious condo close to pool and beach

  • Guest LikesToTravel333
  • Date of stay 08/25/12
  • Review Submitted 09/11/12
  My husband, two daughters, and I stayed in this beautiful condo for six nights in August 2012. It was a wonderful place to stay. The condo is beautifully appointed and has everything you need. There is a lot of room - three spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, but our favorite "room" was the outdoor living space. We spent a lot of time there eating, talking, reading, and just enjoying the Hawaiian breeze. You can see the ocean from the condo, but only by looking between other buildings - it doesn't really have an ocean view. Building 10 is the closest building to the club area where there is a nice pool, a large hot tub, and an exercise room. The staff on duty in the office in the club area were very helpful; there's even a computer there that you can use if you didn't bring your own. The beach is around a three minute walk from the pool on a pretty path that goes by an old Hawaiian fish ponds. We were last in the Waikiloa area over 20 years ago, and it has changed a lot since then. There are good restaurants, upscale grocery stores, and terrific beaches nearby. We really enjoyed Hapuna Beach and the snorkeling at the Mauni Lani beach. Kolea 10D is a great place for a relaxing vacation. I hope we can return one day soon.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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• Fantastic place to stay

  Fantastic place to stay

  • Guest Thomas M.
  • Date of stay 07/19/12
  • Review Submitted 08/25/12
  We had a great time staying at Kolea 10d. The unit is spacious and just as nice as the pictures and virtual tour here show. It is very nicely decorated, with some recent updates, and it still feels new. The location is fantastic. It is right across from the impressive swimming pool and the wonderful beach. We were traveling with kids ages two and six. The grassy area in front of the lanai was a great place for them to play. It is nicely separated from the road (which has virtually no traffic) by shrubs and lava rocks. While a second or third-floor unit might give you a better ocean view, with small children the convenience of the first floor is unbeatable. We rented a third-floor unit here before, but liked the first-floor 10d at least as well. While many rentals claim to be fully equipped, this one actually is. Everything you need for cooking and eating in is there. There are plenty of linens, towels, beach toys, boogie boards, and even a high chair (it was brand new and very nice) and play pens for small children. The owner (Natasha) is very responsive and accommodating. She usually responds to emails immediately. When a light bulb burned out, it was replaced within a couple of hours. We also got a very generous late check out. Overall, this is a great place for a family vacation. It easily accommodates four adults and two children. Kolea has the best location in Waikoloa Beach and 10d is one of the nicest units in this development.

  Recommended for: Families with young children

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• Wonderful place

  Wonderful place

  • Guest Susi
  • Date of stay 07/04/12
  • Review Submitted 07/19/12
  This villa is wonderful. Perfect location, great layout and beautifully furnished. It has everything you need for a perfect vacation. We will be back!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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• gburns

  gburns

  • Guest texas
  • Date of stay 05/18/12
  • Review Submitted 06/11/12
  The kolea property owned by Fire and Ice was the best condo i have ever stay in.I have been to hawaii 20 times over the years and have stayed in everything from a hotel to a home.The kolea property is by far the best complex with a secure and relaxing location ,with the best view on hawaii's west coast. i not only will be returning soon but have referred it to clients and friends...mahalo for a job well done...

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Kolea Unit 10 D

  Kolea Unit 10 D

  • Guest Jan
  • Date of stay 04/22/12
  • Review Submitted 05/10/12
  My husband and I love the Kolea complex and picked this particular unit because it has the best access to the club house, exercise room and beach. Unit 10 D is very well equipped and has extremely comfortable furniture through out the unit. The pictures posted are very accurate and reflects the current amenities. The unit and complex is well maintained. If you don't feel like cooking there are several restaurants in walking distance. We found incredible prices for dinner through the happy hour held at Tommy Bahamas and Ruth Chris in the Mauna Lani Resort. I would highly recommend this particular unit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will book this particular unit again. Natasha at Fire and Ice was extremely helpful with our reservations. Very fast return on security deposit. No complaints

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Luxury stay!

  Luxury stay!

  • Guest Hawaii traveler
  • Date of stay 03/27/12
  • Review Submitted 04/05/12
  Marvelous unit, short walk to pool and beach, very pleasant view from the lanai. One of the best in the complex, we thought.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

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• Fabulous stay in Paradise

  Fabulous stay in Paradise

  • Guest Goldie
  • Date of stay 03/15/12
  • Review Submitted 04/02/12
  What a wonderful place to take our family. Very kid friendly, our unit was so handy to pool and beach. The units were very clean and equipped with everything you need. It was so nice to have all the beach and pool necessities. Our favorite area was the patio with the barbecue area. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location is great only 25 min and you are in Kona or 90 min to Hilo. We hope to be back again.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

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• mr and mrs hipwell

  mr and mrs hipwell

  • Guest Goldie
  • Date of stay 03/11/12
  • Review Submitted 04/10/12
  Beautiful view of ocean, very nice condo, love the decor. Great walk to town, nice and close. Loved it all, hope to be back. Thank you so much for sharing the wonderful, cozy place.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Excellent property. Can't wait to return!

  Excellent property. Can't wait to return!

  • Guest Andrew
  • Date of stay 01/06/12
  • Review Submitted 01/22/12
  We were impressed by the photos online and happy to find the actual property lived up to them. The unit was well appointed and had everything we needed. The sliding door opening onto the veranda gave the unit a great flow from indoors to out and we used the outdoor grill almost every day we were there. Would recommend this property to anyone looking to travel to Hawaii as a group or with family.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children.

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• Wonderful

  Wonderful

  • Guest ohana
  • Date of stay 11/05/11
  • Review Submitted 11/19/11
  Everything was wonderful. Natasha was very helpful. The location is sublime. Highly recommended.

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• Beautiful villa and wonderful stay!

  Beautiful villa and wonderful stay!

  • Guest Renae
  • Date of stay 09/10/11
  • Review Submitted 09/25/11
  We cannot recommend this Villa more! I emailed Natasha to check to see if our dates (9/10/11 to9/18/11) were available, and she replied right away. We were able to sign the paperwork and pay online. It was really easy. The Villa is beautiful, with quality amenities evident throughout. We had a party of 5 adults and there was plenty of room for everyone. Everything you could need has been provided, including lots of extra towels, beach towels, beach chairs and umbrellas, boogie boards, and even a rolling ice chest. The kitchen is well-stocked. The beds are very comfortable and the bedding is top of the line. The location is ideal, right across from the Beach Club and you can see the sunset from the lanai. For us, the best feature of Kolea, are the outdoor kitchens on the lanai. We loved our stay and are looking forward to returning to stay again soon. Thank you so much!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• The Finest Hawaiian Experience

  The Finest Hawaiian Experience

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 07/17/11
  • Review Submitted 07/26/11
  Our stay here was the best accommodations we have experienced in Hawaii. We have been regular visitors to the Islands for the past 25 years. Over that time we have stayed at many locations. This, by far, was the best we have seen. The central location in the heart of Waikoloa was close to shopping and golf. The condo was the most convenient proximity to the pool and the beach in the complex. The ground level allowed for our 2 and 5 year olds to safely play on the grass while we BBQ'd and relaxed on the lanai. The unit was fully stocked with every appliance and amenity imaginable. We especially appreciated the beach chairs, cooler and kids toys for the days on the water. Attention to detail was apparent with flashlights in the night stands and night lights for the kids. We cannot say enough! Our return to the Big Island will be dictated by the availability of this unit. Mahalo Natasha and Bill! Well done.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

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• Lap of Luxury

  Lap of Luxury

  • Guest Joe
  • Date of stay 07/13/11
  • Review Submitted 07/27/11
  Our family of 5 ended 3 weeks of exploring the Big Island with a 3-night stay here, This rental was far and away the nicest of the 5 rental properties we stayed at during this vacation. What a great way to cap off a wonderful vacation! The Kolea condo was beautifully remodeled and equipped with everything we might need. The location on the ground floor just across from the Beach Club allowed for maximum use of the condo throughout the day as we came and went to the pool and beach. Our family will definitely return to this location on our next visit to the Island.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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