Location: Kapaau, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii, USA (5 miles to Hawi, 1 hour to Kona airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: OUR HOME IS WELL AWAY FROM TRAFFIC, VOG, AND CONGESTED LIVING.
This historic location was the site of the sugar plantation manager's home of times gone by. The grounds are surrounded with old growth trees, plumeria, mangos, tangerines, bananas, avocados, papayas, often ready for your picking. This comfortable retreat has a large master bedroom with a new king bed, master bath with jacuzzi tub and a large walk-in shower all done in green/gray slate. One guest bedroom has a double bed. The 2nd bedroom has a comfortable day bed with trundle that can be made into a king bed. The gourmet kitchen features all high end appliance, complete set-up for your cooking needs.
Other features include high ceilings, wood floors throughout, ceiling fans in each room. The property is fully landscaped with lawns, trees and flowers and even a swing in the mango tree. There is a wonderful bench which I call a meditation area in the lower garden. The large wrap around lanai/deck is roof covered and has a gate at the stairs making it safe for small children.
WHY WE LIKE NORTH KOHALA
We thought it would be nice to share a more personal outlook of our attachment to this part of the Big Island instead of just listing off different activities.
Let’s begin with waking up to a wonderful sunrise accompanied by the birdsong of Cardinals, Mynas, Dove, Finches etc. they are so happy on our property. It feels as though our home is a tree house.
We love taking a morning walk before breakfast either out to Pololu Point (4 mile round trip) or just down to Keokea Beach Park (about 1 ½ miles round trip). If we think about it we will grab a few carrots to feed the horses on the way to the beach park. Quite often we will hop on our bikes and ride out to Pololu Point, not an easy ride but it does get the heart pumping. After the morning exercise we might pick some papaya or bananas from our garden and settle down to a relaxing breakfast on our spacious lanai. What a lovely and peaceful way to begin the day.
For a longer hike you might drive out to Pololu point, and hike 1 ½ mile down to the blacksand beach. For the more adventurous keep on the trail for about 2 more miles to the lookout over Honokane Iki Valley.
If you are in the mood to go to the beach we love getting up early, leaving the house at 8:00 a.m. and heading to Mauna Kea which allows about 42 cars into their public beach parking. It fills up early and if you are there at least by 9:00 a.m. or earlier you will have a choice spot. It is about ¼ mile walk down to the beach from the parking lot. There are public restrooms, showers and best of all one of the most beautiful beaches on the Big Island. There is good snorkeling to the left and also to the far right of this beach. If you did not manage to get in on that particular day there are some marvelous options… Hapuna Beach, very good place to boogie board, Beach 69 which is located just past Hapuna Beach is another special spot with good snorkeling.
If you like to kayak there are rentals in Kawaihae. We spend many of our winter days out in our kayak becoming up close and personal with the humpback whales.
There is a lovely black sand public beach in the Mauna Lani complex which is worth checking out.
We love hanging out in North Kohala. We take a yoga class at the yoga center in Kapaau, there are some mild hikes at the Bond Estate. Paul and our daughter Cindy did the zip line tour, close to our home, this past winter which they enjoyed. We hear that they are adding more lines; this seems to be very popular with all the visitors.
The old sugar plantation towns of Hawi and Kapaau are fun to explore. Be sure to visit the Coffee Mill in Hawi for your coffee fix or ice-cream. It is nice to just hang out and “talk story”. The Bamboo restaurant in Hawi for lunch or dinner is a must. Try to go there when our favorite entertainers are playing…John Keawe, or Roz & Mathew Kupukaa. For fresh sushi try Sushi Rock in Hawi. We often order sushi from Sushi to Go in Kapaau (next to Yoga Studio) and take it out to Kapaa Park to watch to sunset. There are some wonderful art studios in the area, don’t miss the Dunn Gallery in Kapaau. While in “town” drive down to Kamehameha Park, a big surprise as there is an olympic size pool, tennis courts, a 9 hole golf course, skate board park and play area for kids.
Do not miss: The most scenic ½ hour drive on the mountain road to Waimea and explore this “cowboy” town. Go early on a Saturday and visit the farmers market. Keep on driving out of town to Honokaa and out to Waipio Valley lookout for a stunning view. We like spending the night in Volcanoe at the Kiluea Lodge. This is a 6 hour round trip drive from our home. Hiking the Kiluea Iki crater trail is a wonderful experience (4 mile round trip). On the way back stop in Hilo Town where it is fun to explore the shops. For a special treat go to their farmer’s markets on Saturday or Wednesday. Please refer to the guide book which is in the house for other suggestions.
Night life: Things close down early in this part of Hawaii, if you want a fun experience go to Kawaihae, Blue Dragon for music and dancing. Check out their website for information.
For your grocery shopping we do most of ours in Hawi, Takata’s market. It is not fancy but it has everything you need including some great poke. There is a Foodland in Waimea and of course Costco if you are staying for a long period of time. Costco is located 2 miles toward Kona from the airport.
We think this is the best part of Hawaii. Expect lush green landscape, unobstructed ocean and mountain views, large tracts of land with nothing on them but horses, cattle and an occasional house. Relax in our garden, feel the history that seeps out of this land, experience the feeling of ALOHA,
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : Beach towels provided
- Garage
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : This is a day bed with trundle that can be made into a king bed.
- Crib : We have a pak n play and a booster seat for the table
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : This is a large two person jetted tub.
- 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 : We have a new Weber gas grill
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- outside shower
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : The covered lanai has a gate at the stairs, very safe.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Things to See & Do Nearby, *Hike to black sand beach in Pololu Valley, 2 miles from our home, *Picnic at Keokea Beach Park (1/2 mile from house), , *Visit art galleries and the original King Kamehameha Statue in Kapaau, *Whale watch (December-April), new in 2009 Big Island Eco-Adventure, zip line canopy tour, 5 minutes from our home. Back once again, a kayak trip down the old Kohala Ditch.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$145/night (3 night min. $945/week ($135 a night). One couple reduced rate of
$125/night or $805/week.12.42% Hawaii State Excise and Hotel Tax, Included in rent
NO CLEANING FEE for a week or more stay. $125 for less than a week.
Maximum 6 people. Payment check/money order. No credit cards.
See availability calendar.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Spacious Home Set in a Tropical Garden Ocean & Mountain View
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Kapaau
We were married 21 years ago in a remote part of Maui and since then have been searching all the islands for a more permanent Hawaiian home. We decided to buy our present hale in North Kohala where our active lifesytle can still flourish. We bicycle,and hike right from our front door, and take our kayak to our special put-in spot. Gardening is a passion and what a delight it is to be able to actually watch things grow. We love being a part of a community and have found Kapa'au and Hawi filled with caring and involved people.
From Kona Airport: Left on Queen Kaahumanu HWY (19). Go 26 miles Left on Akoni Pule HWY (270): Go 25.5 miles Bear Left on Keokea Beach Rd. Go 0.2 mi 52-247 Keokea Beach Rd. large 2 story green home on the right. Distance 52.2 miles, Total Travel Time: 1 hour, 23 minutes
Owner's Map of Kapaau
Paul & I have lived in Squaw Valley, California for many years. We are active "seniors". Paul retired from the design/building business and I am a retired college physical education instructor. We have ten grandchildren ages range from 2 to 18 years. We love being outdoors and have an active lifestyle. The culture of Hawaii is very important to us, one of the reasons we chose to buy a home in "old Hawaii" where we can feel a part of the history that surrounds us.
Property Photos
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- View from the lower garden - Big Island, HI Vacation Rental in Kapaau
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- High quality Dining room set - Big Island, HI Vacation Rental in Kapaau
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- Kitchen fully equipped for all of your needs! - Big Island, HI Vacation Rental in Kapaau
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- Guest Bedroom, Double Bed
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- Spacious Master Bedroom, walk-in closet is adjacent to bedroom/bathroom
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- Master Bath, Jacuzzi tub, green slate tile, also has a large walk-in shower
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- Comfortable living room shows our newly recovered pillows
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- Our other dining area, great spot for a breakfast surrounded by bird song
Traveler Reviews (13)
AMAZING Vacation Home located in Unspoiled Old Hawaii - Paradise Found!!
Guest: 4katie
(Westlake, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 12/02/11
Review Submitted: 12/27/11
From our initial conversation with Alice and Paul we knew we had found the perfect place for our family vacation (2 adults, 4 children). Their great love and care of Hale Ho'Okipa and of the island was evident immediately from their comments on the website and from speaking with them. They were wonderful hosts - gracious and always happy to share their favorite places and activities. Their home did not disappoint, actually the photos did not do it proper justice. It is very well maintained, clean, spacious and has everything you need to feel like you're at home from linens to beach toys to excellent Hawaii travel guides. The lanai doubles the living space and the view of the ocean, mountains and yard are unbelievable. (The stars at night are surreal!) The lanai swing quickly became a favorite spot to enjoy the outdoors and the flower-scented breezes. We appreciated the safety of the lanai and of the yard with our children, they loved being outside and LOVED exploring - picking fruit, watching birds and looking for lizards. It is a large yard with such a variety of plants, flowers and trees. The home is located in a perfect spot - up the road from Keokea Beach and around the corner from hiking in Pololu Valley - one of our favorite places with indescribable beauty. The quaint towns of Kapaau and Hawi with restaurants, galleries and a Saturday morning farmers market are close and the residents were always willing to share information about their community and offer ideas on what to do and see. The home is located in what we called the "green, lush" side of the island and we would would wake up many mornings to a light, short, refreshing rain but always knew that once we passed Hawi and rounded that northwestern corner of the island we would be in warm, sunny skies. The beaches were a little bit of a drive but the scenic views and vistas are just as amazing each time. We also enjoyed driving Kohala Mountain Road and taking in the scenery. What surprised us most about the island was the amazing diversity of the climate and landscape. Beaches, valleys, mountains, farmland, volcanoes, rainforests, desert - the island has it all! There is an amazing sense of appreciation of and stewardship for the land. It was a great experience and we cannot wait to return. Mahalo for sharing your beautiful home with us. We enjoyed our adventures, "living like a local" and spending time in the relaxing, peaceful oasis you have created. Aloha
Owner response:Aloha Kristin and Matt, Mahalo for your review, we are happy that you and your 3 boys had such a great adventure, love that you decided at the last minute to come to Hawaii and chose us! Alice & Paul
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fruit for breakfast picked right in the yard. Trade Winds keeping you cool. Enchanting.
Guest: Dee
(B.C. Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
Our son and daughter-in-law took us to the Big Island, Hawaii. While there we stayed at this beautiful rental home in Kapaau. Beautiful, clean, great location, every kind of tree; avacado, tangerine, grapefruit, passion fruit, guava, papaya, lemon, lime, coconut...and a ton of beautiful flowers. Trade Winds kept us cool and dried our clothes while we sat on the swing on the porch and enjoyed the ocean view and the sound of the whales. Lovely Kapaau town just minutes away with the original statue of King Kamehameha's watching over it all. Charming, enchanting local people. Amazing local artistry. Wonderful, wonderful wonderful. Mohola and Aloha Hope to be back.
Owner response:Aloha Canadians, What a wonderful surprise to read your unsolicited review. Mahalo for your kind and inspiring words. We are so happy you loved our home as much as we do! Alice & Paul
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
A Perfectly Exquisite Retreat in Old Hawaii
Guest: tim
(scottsdale, az)
Date of Stay: 06/27/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
Bright, welcoming, exhilarating -- or, in a word, hospitable -- is the ambiance of this home which served as a week-long oasis for our family of four (including two sons in their twenties). The photos of the property, inside and outside, are beautiful on the promotional website, but do not do justice to the reality of this gem. This is an extraordinary retreat, with gardens containing numerous species of tropical flowers and fruit and the spacious rooms of the house filled with every modern appointment, including (to our eyes) recently remodeled bathrooms and every necessary aid in the kitchen. The spacious outside deck, surrounding three-quarters of the house, is perfect for taking in majestic views of the ocean, mountains, and nearby fields, while absorbing the gentle and full effects of the cooling trade winds. Clearly, the owners have put their hearts into this haven and we are grateful to have been the beneficiaries. The region of North Kohala is one of the state's hidden gems, with enough history and noteworthy scenery to fill up several weeks of sightseeing, exploring and adventure. This is Old Hawaii without the crowds, tropical beauty at its lushest, with the legendary hospitality of the islands still conspicuously practiced by the locals. As people who have traveled to the 'Islands' for over thirty years, we could not recommend this destination more highly. Tim and Lesli
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Relaxing and beautiful
Guest: radarsmom
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
We truly enjoyed our stay at Kapaau. The home is so spacious compared to a hotel or condo. Our two teenagers loved the ripe papayas, the internet capability, the TV and having their own rooms and bathroom. I loved the porch swing looking out over the trees to the ocean. My husband loved his morning runs through the little cemetaries and footpaths. We loved the birds in the morning, drinking coffee on the lanaii and watching the rain squalls come through. The sound of the rain on the roof is amazing (and short lived). Well-maintained and has a great coffee maker. It may be too isolated for those who like the party life but it was a perfect gettaway for us cityfolk longing for a bit of tranquility. (note: the little park down at the ocean is undergoing a complete renovation so there are work trucks going by and the park isn't as pretty as it is going to be soon). We were sad to leave this paradise.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
A week in Paradise!
Guest: Linda
(Sparks, NV)
Date of Stay: 06/19/11
Review Submitted: 07/09/11
The house is absolutely beautiful and is exactly like it is pictured on the listing. It is clean, homey, comfortable, has a fabulous location, great views from every window, very nice neighbors, a rooster close by to wake you every morning, a delightful 'garden' with every fruit you could think of at your fingertips, and a feeling of home in every room. We hiked every trail we could find, enjoyed every beach that appealed to us, visited farmer's markets, ate in some wonderful restaurants, enjoyed the town and the locals, rested and became whole again. Paul and Alice - we just can't thank you enough for the opportunity to enjoy your home and live for a week in in such peaceful and comfortable surroundings.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Great location for exploring
Guest: jr
(New Paltz, NY)
Date of Stay: 12/25/10
Review Submitted: 01/10/11
Alica and Paul, Thanks much for sharing your home with us. It's a great location for exploring the Kohala, north Kona, and the Hamakua coasts. Every morning I picked us fresh fruit for breakfast, a real treat coming from NY in the winter. It was nice to be close to so many different places but not have to deal with the daily tourists. One of the best things about this house, it's location within a local neighborhood. Have a great year. Mahalo.
Recommended for:
Great Deal
Guest: Terri
(River Falls, WI)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 07/21/10
Very clean, well-maintained, affordable home rental located in nice, quiet neighborhood within walking distance of a neighborhood beach. Location allows day trips to Kona and Hilo, as well as to multiple beaches and hiking. Well ventilated due to many windows. Top quality linens and kitchenware provided. Very comfortable, cozy home with a beautiful yard featuring many fruit trees and a vegetable patch. I highly recommend this property.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.
Peaceful Home
Guest: Hilo Born
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/06/10
Review Submitted: 07/18/10
My family stayed here for 10 days and we had the most wonderful time. The property is amazing -- avocados, mangoes, papayas, pineapples, bananas, etc. can all be found in the well-maintained garden. The house is very clean with beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings. We had 4 adults and 2 kids in the house and did not feel crowded at all. The huge lanai is amazing and so peaceful. The owners were extremely nice as were the neighbors. My family will definitely be back to this amazing house.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Magical Hawaii
Guest: Lone Star
(Spring, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/14/07
Review Submitted: 07/13/10
This home is a magical place filled with peace and adventure. It's difficult to express in words how incredible this home is and the area surrounding it. The home is immaculate and the gardens inviting......I had a difficult time convincing my two boys to explore the island, they never wanted to leave the house. The house is a short drive to many wonderful beaches and fun-filled hikes. Hawi town is just around the corner and offers great food, coffee, shaved-ice and fudge!! The owners are truly great people who understand and live the "Aloha-Spirit!" We hope to return to this magical place very soon.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Old Hawaii charm
Guest: Pam, Don and Miles
(Lake Tahoe, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/17/10
Review Submitted: 07/06/10
If you enjoy waking up to awesome sunrises and local birdsong in a lovely "old Hawaii" atmosphere, then this is the place for you! The owners have done a wonderful job of making a lovely, comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood. The garden is filled with plumerias, mango, papaya, banana and avocado trees. They really have thought of everything for the perfect day in Hawaii! It's close to beautiful beaches and great hikes. Don't miss the fun zipline 5 minutes away! I would return in a heartbeat! For now, great memories of our time spent there will have to do. Mahalo Alice and Paul for sharing your lovely home.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
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