Location: Honaunau, Kona Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (N19' 18.1874' W155' 53.161') View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 3-5)
Keywords: Apartment
Enjoy sunsets from the spacious lanai with a 180-degree view. Watch dolphins and whales. Swim, snorkel or scuba in Kaohe Bay (Pebble Beach). We offer free use of snorkel equipment and dive weights! Kayak the uninhabited coastline in our double or single kayaks (provided) and explore the numerous ocean caverns. Hikers will enjoy walking the Kings Trail along the coast to other beaches and coves.
This spacious 1 bedroom, 2 bath studio apartment can sleep up to 5 people. Enjoy the remoteness while staying connected with high speed internet.
Make your reservation today for a fabulous vacation in paradise! Children welcome!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : Parking in driveway next to apartment
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed : Queen futon in living area
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : As well as a two burner stove
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Lanai : Spacious covered private lanai with outdoor dining
- View/Location
- Ocean View : 180 degree ocean views!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop and stay connected!
- Other Amenities
- Washer Dryer, Toaster oven, Coffee maker, with 100% Kona coffee, Two-Burner Counter-Top Stove, four Kayaks ($280-$420 )value per kayak if you had to rent for 7 days), Snorkel Gear, Weight Belts
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : The rental is ground floor - most openings wide enough for a wheel chair. It is not ADA complient, however.
- Kid Friendly : Ground floor - no stairs
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking outside on lanai only
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Great diving at Pebble Beach! Hike the Kings Trail! Kayak with Dolphins, Night Dives with Manta Rays
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
RATES:
$115.00 (1-2 people)
Additional person $15 nite. (Discounts for check, MO, cash)
Subject to 13.42% Hawaii state tax and $75.00 to $100 exit cleaning fee
50% reqd.to confirm, balance due 30 days prior to arrival
Cancellation fee $50 if within 30 nts
Minimum stay 4 nts.(XMAS week 7 nt min 12/23-1/2) Check-in 3 PM Check-out 12 PM
Payment: Check, Money Order, Credit cards (through Google check-out)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Honaunau
Love the privacy, fabulous view of the ocean, no close neighbors, quiet and secluded.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
Great views from lanai, short walk to beach with great snorkeling, diving, and kayaking as well as hiking.
Owner's Map of Honaunau
My name is Sam and I was born and raised in Hawaii. I moved to the Big Island to get away from the crowds of Oahu.
Property Photos
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- Sunset views from large private lanai - Kona Coast, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Bedroom, with queen and twin beds - Kona Coast, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Living room with queen futon bed - Kona Coast, Hawaii Vacation Rental
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- Entertainment center
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- Complimentary use of Kayaks
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- Whale watch in the winter months from the privacy of your lanai!
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- Enjoy snorkeling and diving in uncrowded Pebble Beach!
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- Enjoy dining and lounging on large spacious lanai
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- Kayak among the dolphins!
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- Surrounded by ranchland to the north
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- Visit with our local neighbors!
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- Great sports fishing
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- Enjoy constantly changing views from lanai
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- Take a nap under a palm tree
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- Explore the volcano!
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- Watch a spectacular sunset!
Traveler Reviews (22)
Best vacation ever!
Guest: Suz
(New Mexico)
Date of Stay: 12/18/11
Review Submitted: 12/31/11
Our family (parents and 2 teenage boys) stayed at Sam and Annie's apartment in Kona Paradise for 12 days in December 2011. Although we did visit other parts of the Big Island (volcanos, Kohala Zipline, Rainbow and Akaka Falls), we probably spent 70% of our time kayaking and snorkeling from the pebble beach. It was so great not to have to rent kayaks and snorkeling gear and drive to kayak/snorkel! If you go, be sure to kayak north to the black sand beach that is just beyond the small "island" - about 2 (or 2 1/2) miles north of the pebble beach. We always had that beach to ourselves, and the fish and sea turtles were awesome. We really hope to return next year, with an underwater camera and spotlight (for night viewing of manta rays). Thank you Sam and Annie for a wonderful vacation, and for sharing a very special part of paradise!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great views and away from the tourist
Guest: CO Travelors
(Boulder, CO)
Date of Stay: 10/05/11
Review Submitted: 12/28/11
Sam's place was great. Sam was able to recommend some great snorkeling that was 15min drive from his place. The beach by the house was also nice, and my husband was able to catch a fish right off the shore. We also enjoyed taking the Kayak's provided out. If you want a place that is relaxing, peaceful, and off the beaten path this is the place for you. Plus you can't beat the price and all the extra's that come with it. At night it is so quiet and the views are great. Sam is a great host with a lot of tips and recommendations. He recommended a fabulous restaurant for our last night which we would never of found without him, and let us extend out checkout time since no one wasrenting the place for a few days, which was great because we got to go to the beach one last time and get a shower in before heading to the airport. He also helped us out when we had a mishap with our rental car. Location was a nice spot between the National Park and Kona. Aloha and thanks for everything!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Unobstructed Views and Very Comfortable Place to Stay
Guest: Frances
(Los Altos, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/09/11
Review Submitted: 12/19/11
My husband and I spent six nights at Sam's unit and I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. We enjoyed the view and the comforts so much that we were not motivated to leave, but we did make time to visit Pebble beach three times. I am very susceptible to mosquito bites, so I wanted to make a special mention that I only saw a couple the entire time we were there and using mosquito repellant easily kept them away. Even though it was only my husband and myself, we enjoyed having two bathrooms, so we could each have one to ourselves. Meeting Sam was a delight!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Awsome stay
Guest: Sonny
(Everett, WA)
Date of Stay: 07/21/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
Stayed here on Aug 21 - 27 Sam's place was excellent we had a great time there from the short walk down to the beach to the quitness at night....
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Kona Paradise
Guest: Bama family
(Madison, AL)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11
Review Submitted: 07/05/11
My only regret with this location is not staying here longer! The description was perfect and the property was beautiful. Sam was a wonderful host and gave us lots of information. Not only did he provide the normal linens, he provided soap and shampoo, bottled water was in the fridge, along with condiments. This property does not have A/C (a concern for an Alabama native) - but it is not needed with the wonderful ocean breeze. The property is in a nice neighborhood that is away from the resorts. We explored the Volcanoes and snorkeled at Captain Cook. Wished we had the time to have used his kayaks at the neighborhood beach. Would love to go back and stay at this location during whale season. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay on the Kona side of the island. We honestly felt more like we were staying with a friend than renting the bottom floor of someone's house.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A great, relaxing place to stay
Guest: Loved Hawaii
(Hayden, ID)
Date of Stay: 03/23/11
Review Submitted: 04/11/11
This was a delightful place to stay- quiet, clean, and spacious. It is close to great places to snorkel, kayak, explore, relax, and not too far to get the supplies you might need and want. The property was well set up with kayaks, snorkel and beach gear, nice BBQ and kitchen equipment/supplies, large lanai overlooking the ocean. It was very spacious for the 2 of us but could accommodate more people. It is easy to come back early enough to BBQ some fresh fish and veggies and enjoy the sunset but hard to leave early after a relaxing breakfast of fresh tropical fruits and Kona coffee on the lanai. Sam was helpful and there are a lot of things to do within driving distance, be sure to stay long enough to relax and explore!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Away from the Crowd
Guest: Phil
(Lumsden, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
We enjoyed the location. It's away from the resorts but close enough to Kona and the Volcano Park for sightseeing. The deck overlooks the ocean and we watched every sunset from there for our entire stay. We particularly enjoyed watching and listening to the whales playing just off shore. One of them woke us up one night slapping his tail on the water and "blowing". The suite was fully equipped with even shampoo in the shower. Sam is friendly and knowledgeable about the area. There were plenty of flowers in bloom during our January stay and lots of birds to watch as well. We'd stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Paradise Cove - Wonderful Hawaii Experience!!
Guest: John
(Phoenix, AZ/USA)
Date of Stay: 12/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/11/11
Staying at Sam's place was a great experience. We found it easily, It is about 45 minutes or so from the airport. We spent Christmas here and we very much enjoyed our selfs. Sam is a gracious host, the property is clean and Sam has bottled water, paper towels, detergent, mustard, ketchup, etc there for you. As it is a one bedroom with the walk around porch we put our children in the bedroom and slept on the futon couch in the living room. This allowed us to make coffee in the morning and sit on the porch and not bother the kids. We walked to the water, we used the kayaks, boggie boards, beach chairs, and some of Sam's snorkle gear. It is a perfect setup if you want to be away from the big city. It is an easy drive to the Volcano, the beaches, probably 15 minutes from Captian Cook. I can't say enough, except if you are going to Kona and want peace and quiet book Sam's place. You won't be disappointed.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our second stay - fabulous as the first
Guest: happy vacationers
(Victoria, BC)
Date of Stay: 11/08/10
Review Submitted: 11/23/10
We are a couple who have stayed here for the last two vacations. We love the peace, privacy and most of all the expansive view. We enjoyed being able to BBQ the amazing seafood we bought nearby, to be enjoyed with the local produce and fruit. For anyone wanting a home like place to either explore the big Island, or just enjoy the beach and views - we'd highly recommend it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Great spot in Kona Paradise
Guest: outdoor diva
(Evergreen, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 08/05/10
Review Submitted: 09/04/10
We stayed here with our 2 daughters (12& 14) in August for 5 nights. Great spot to relax and explore the Kona side of the island, avoid the crowds and big resorts. We loved snorkeling at Pebble Beach, a five-minute walk from the property. The property is comfortable and clean, and as described in the listing. There is a queen and a twin bed in the bedroom, and a futon in the living room. The kitchen has a full fridge and a two-burner cooktop plus a toaster oven, and there is a gas grill on the lanai. We borrowed the kayaks one day and kayaked across K Bay to the Captain Cook monument for snorkeling. The owner, Sam, was easy to talk to, welcoming, and helpful. He was a great source for background and local info, but also very respectful of our time. (you know how some owners just keep you chatting forever and won't let you get out and vacation?) We would definitely recommend this property to other travelers who wish to experience Hawaii in a way that allows you to get a sense of how real people live here, rather than in a high-pressure resort atmosphere. We bought snorkeling gear at Walmart and explored the beaches up and down the Kona Coast - our favorite was our own Pebble Beach and the Place of Refuge, but don't miss Hapuna, Kapoho Tide Pools, and South Point. We wished we'd had more time for more snorkeling adventures. Most nights we would stop at the Choice Market in Capt Cook and grab some fish to grill for dinner, and stop at Keikos on the way home for ice cream. Just be aware that this property is located about 35 minutes south of Kona town, and plan accordingly. We thought it was definitely worth it, and we saw a lot of the island and explored lots of cool beaches. Wished we'd had more time, of course! After 5 days here we spent 3 in Volcano (should have had at least 4) and then 2 days outside of Hilo (that was enough time over there). A fabulous and relaxing trip.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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