Puako neighborhood and reef - our house in center, surrounded by trees
Location: Puako, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (Just minutes from world famous Hapuna Beach State Park) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Keywords: puako, vacation rental home, beach house, 2 bedroom house, puako cottage, 2 bedroom puako cottage, 2 bedroom puako home
One night free with a week booking at this home!
"Pau Hana" means finished with work - this is where to go to relax. Our two bedroom, two bath home by the ocean in this quiet beachfront community on the Kohala Coast is right next to the most pristine reef on the Big Island. Swimming, snorkeling and scuba in clear water with amazing sealife is right across the street, or just bask with the turtles on the sandy beach.
Puako is truly an Old Hawaiian Beach Town which feels far from the resorts and tourists, but is an easy drive to "Civilization." (Kona Airport is only 25 miles away.)
Puako Beach Drive is a quiet, 3 mile long dead-end road along the coast between Hapuna Beach and the Mauna Lani Resort area with about 100 homes, one condominium building, and a well-stocked general store. There are beach access areas about every one-quarter mile along the road with areas for swimming, easy kayak and diving access, and an extensive reef and tide pools to explore. Our home is on the quiet end of the road with a sandy beach access directly across the street. You can see the ocean from the yard.
The house has open floor plan: living room with high vaulted ceilings, skylights and ceiling fans; a modern well equipped kitchen (new appliances just in); and a big dining area. The living room and dining area open onto a covered lanai with a barbecue and a large landscaped yard. Spacious bedrooms both have very comfy queen beds, air conditioning and ceiling fans. The master bedroom has private bath, the second bedroom and bath are on the opposite end of house for plenty of privacy. We have added a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. We also have high speed cable for ethernet or wireless internet access.
You can swim, snorkel, or scuba right across the street; this summer we have seen mantas and eagle rays as well as our regular abundance of fish. Visit the turtles in the tide pools while having morning coffee and watch magnificent sunsets with your evening cocktail. We are about 1/4 mile from the end of the road and Paniau beach with super easy scuba access, and a surf spot(in the winter). Walk 15 minutes along the coastline to Mauna Lani and Orchid resorts, or take a 5 minute drive to Waialea Bay, a quiet protected sandy beach without crowds just around the corner. Also close-by, Hapuna, Mauna Kea, and Waikoloa Resort("A"-bay) beaches are considered the best in the state.
Upcountry Waimea Town is just a 15 minute drive, but be sure to bring a sweatshirt. Hiking into Polulu Valley is a great warm up for Waipio. Drive down to Kona to tour - a great day trip but you'll be so happy to get back home. You can even drive to Hilo and on to tour the volcano- every visit holds new adventures!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : in bedrooms, ceiling fans in all rooms
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed : in both bedrooms
- Convertible Bed : queen size, in living room and can be moved to second bedroom on request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone : local calls or calling card only
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- beach towels,beach chairs, cooler, umbrella, boogey boards
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Beach Relaxation, Wildlife Viewing (Birds, Sea Turtles, Tropical Fish, Whales in Season!) EXCELLENT SNORKELING AND SCUBA DIVING
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nightly Rates: $235/night for 2 people, $275 for 3-4 persons
Hawaii state taxes of nearly 14% will be added
Departure cleaning fee additional
Refundable security deposit required
Discount available for return guests or month long stays.
Christmas and New Years rates are higher and require 14 days
5 night minimum stay
PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL FOR PRICING AND AVAILABLITY
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Puako
We discovered Puako on a weekend dive trip with Kohala divers- at the end we got to swim with a whale shark for 1/2 hour!!
The Unique Benefits at this House
When you aren't at the beach, our house is super clean and comfortable, lots of light and breezes, big rooms and everything you need to feel at home. Mary Fox from 2 Papayas takes care of the house and is right down the street. She greets everyone and has all the inside information on where to go and what to do. If you love island life will never want to leave.
Public shoreline, great surf spot in winter, fabulous snorkeling nearly year round. Also walk from here to the Fairmont Orchid Hotel or the Mauna Lani Hotel along the shoreline trail.
Whale watching in winter, sunsets year round. Take a beach chair, a book and your favorite cold drink to the shorline.
The Fairmont Orchid Hotel is walking distance from Puako. Offers tennis, golf, dining, spa, classes, massage and entertainment.
About a twenty minute walk along the shoreline from the house to the hotel. Offers dining, shopping, entertainment, golf, spa, fitness center, tennis and restaurants.
The closest grocery store, deli and meats. Open 5 am to 11 pm daily. About a 10 minute drive from the house.
Owners Umila and Narand Patel provide the neighborhood with newspapers, DVD rentals, food, and beverages plus a local book lending library.
Historic Hokulea Church was founded 150 years ago and still has Sunday morning services
Locally known as "Beach 69" this sandy beach is great for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing. Shade trees nearby. Turtles and mantra rays plus colorful reef fish.
Property Photos
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- Puako neighborhood and reef - our house in center, surrounded by trees - Puako Home on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii
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- Beach and tide pools to explore right across the street - Puako Home on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii
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- Cool and comfortable lanai for dining or relaxing - Puako Home on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii
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- open floorplan: full kitchen and big dining area at puako beach vacation rental
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- comfortable living room, also has sleeper sofa
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- Spacious master bedroom with private bath, A/C and ceiling fan
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- 2nd bedroom with sliding door out to comfortable lanai
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- sealife abounds!
Traveler Reviews (12)
Great location
Guest: Kevin
(Olympia)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
Wonderful place that is central to what we enjoy such as snorkeling, golf and have good food. We have visited Puako about 4 times and every time we hate to leave. Thanks for sharing a wonderful place on this planet. The house provided a lot of privacy which we enjoyed.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Beautiful house in a wonderful setting
Guest: Andreas and Michele
(Cupertino, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/05/11
Review Submitted: 11/27/11
Very quiet, beautiful setting, the ocean is across the street. We enjoyed every moment we spent in this house. It is well equipped and beautifully decorated. 69 beach is not far. Don't forget to stop at the General Store in Puako and have a chat with the owner. It was very difficult to leave after we spent 2 weeks on the Big Island.
Recommended for:
beautiful house with a feeling of privacy in quiet Puako
Guest: zuza & scott
(Bay Area, California)
Date of Stay: 08/19/11
Review Submitted: 09/22/11
The house is as described: comfortable, spacious, clean, and super well equipped: lovely kitchen ware, appliances (including fridge with an ice machine), FILTERED WATER, thank you!!! outdoor table & chairs and a patio grill that the husband thoroughly enjoyed. The ocean with sea turtles and sunsets is a minute away. The snorkeling is the best we experienced on the island, with easy access a short walk from the house (variety comparable to Captain Cook without the crowds); 69 beach is a few minutes' drive ... don't forget to bring the super comfy Tommy Bahama beach chairs that come with the house. :) For those who need a fix of the resort scene, we loved the 15 minute shoreline walk to Mauna Lani and Fairmont Orchid and their wonderful fish ponds and restaurants (though our favorite was Pahu I'a further south at the Four Seasons). But just hanging out in the private back yard on the lovely lounge chairs, listening to the birds and breathing plumeria fragrance was even better. Definitely read the info packet Mary put together for visitors, it is full of current and useful tips. Speaking of which ... Mary, Robbie, and Holly at 2Papayas were fantastic to work with before, during, and after. We turned out to be a bit higher maintenance than intended, and they responded with unbelievable flexibility, generosity, and–kindness! and all that after pau hana, too! We had a fabulous time and look forward to coming back.
Recommended for:
Fabulous home and location!
Guest: Teddi
(Ames, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/06/11
I shared this home with my sisters to celebrate my 60th, and it was the perfect location. The house is extremely comfortable, very attractive, well maintained and well stocked. And 2 Papayas does a super job of managing it. ( Many thanks to Robbie for all of her assistance!!) This is my 3rd trip to Hawaii and I must say that Puako is just about the best place ever for a peaceful vacation. Within minutes of the best beaches--Mauna Kea, Hapuna and "69" beach. And across the street from the most awesome sunsets I've ever seen. The Puako General store has most of what you'll need (if it isn't already at the house) and I highly recommend the Blue Dragon for a fantastic dinner. You really can't do better than this for a vacation rental! P.S. Loved eating meals on the lanai.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Pau Hana
Guest: Arlene
(Danville, Ca)
Date of Stay: 04/26/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
This house is amazingly well stocked. Anything you may need is here and it was very clean and comfortable. We loved the quietness of the neighborhood and spent many afternoons relaxing on the lani. So much better than staying at a hotel. Mary and Robbie are great to work with. Would very much like to stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Sad to leave
Guest: Teresa
(North Vancouver, British Columbia)
Date of Stay: 04/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/03/11
I can't say enough about Pau Hana and 2Papayas. The house was extremely well stocked with amenities, clean and comfortable. Mary and Robbie are nothing short of awesome to deal with. We enjoyed Puako so much, especially the sunsets and turtles across the road from the house. We had a hard time deciding where to rent a vacation home on the island and are so glad we stumbled upon this paradise. Can't wait to get back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Pau Hana Cottage
Guest: Molly
(Fairfax, California)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11
Review Submitted: 01/31/11
We've been coming to Puako for the past 15 years, and have always splurged to stay oceanside with our family and friends. Couldn't justify the cost for just the two of us this trip, so we took a chance and booked Pau Hana. First of all, Mary and Robbie from 2 Papayas were phenomenal to work with, from all the email exchanges to the moment we arrived to be greeted by cool, mint-scented washcloths and much aloha! (It is easy to see why their agency is voted best on the island). The home is spacious, a few steps across the road to tidepools and turtles, and just a short walk to the end of the road where the most glorious sunsets await. The kitchen was incredibly well-stocked with quality knives, glassware and cookware and one didn't need to invest in any spices or condiments since they were already there - a pet beef of ours since we often like to stay in and cook. Beach towels, boogie board, fins and snorkels, beach chairs.....all there just waiting for us to enjoy. The cottage was in pristine condition, the neighbors hardly noticed, and the ubiquitous house construction up and down the road not intrusive at all. Incredibly spacious for one couple, it will also work well for four people due to the floor plan, and the cost is hard to beat. Robbie gave us the island update we needed about the new fun things to do and supplied us with many discount coupons for dinners and activities. We ended up at Hapuna Beach (a mere 2 miles away) every day, and still had time to explore all the other beaches that have less adventurous breakers. Horseback riding in Waipio Valley was a hoot, whale watching up Hawi way jaw-dropping, delicious ahi from Lau's in Kawaihae, and dancing at the Blue Dragon provided hours more fun than anticipated. Without a doubt, it was one of our most enjoyable stays, and we are looking to book again with this excellent agency and lovely home!
Owner response:We are so happy that guests find time to relax and enjoy all that Puako and the Big Island have to offer.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
November Stay
Guest: Chris
(Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 11/14/10
Review Submitted: 12/27/10
We had a great time in this house and would definitely go back again. There were four of us staying in the unit me, my wife and our two daughters - our youngest was 10 months at the time and her sister is 2 years older. While not 100% suited for a baby (tile floors not great for crawling), no place really is and they were kind enough to provide us with a high chair. You are literally right across the street from a beach access point, with lots of tide pools and turtles. There isn't a great swimming beach from this access point, but our oldest daughter loved playing in the tide pools and there were enough spots where she could sit comfortably in the water on sand. There were also a couple entry points where I could get fully submerged, and often there were turtles swimming nearby. The house was quite (road noise is minimal and even though there were occupants in the house next door, we rarely heard them), with all the fans and AC in the bedrooms we were comfortable and the kitchen was really well stocked - including quality knives which is a rarity in my rental experience. My only two minor complaints were that the wifi was a bit buggy - I had to restart the router multiple times a day because we would lose connectivity - and their was no ESPN (I know, but it matters to some). Like I said, we would definitely return to this house.
Owner response:We are a bit rural on the Big Island so sometimes our internet servers are a bit sporatic. If you must have continual internet service, we suggest bringing a USB cord with you to plug directly into the modem.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Perfect for a group
Guest: Jen
(Stoneham, MA)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/18/10
We traveled to Hawaii for a friend's wedding and four of us stayed at this house...it was perfect! We had plenty of space and all the amenities we needed. We hosted dinner one night for a total of eight people and made local fish and steak on the grill and had all the kitchen accessories we needed to host a great gathering! The house was tastefully decorated and 2Papayas had lots of info at the house on local attractions and activities. Go snorkeling at the end of Puako Drive down the street if you stay here. This is a great quiet place. The geccos and the birds welcoming...and there are a mango and a lime tree in the front yard! It was a perfect place for a week long vacation!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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