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Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays

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A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a clear view of the ocean.
A beach with boats, a rocky shoreline, and palm trees.
View of Entry to Unit
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden headboard, and a wardrobe.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kapahukapu Manini Beach
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Kapahukapu Manini Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays

Kealakekua Bay (which means Pathway to the Gods) has one of the Big Island's most spectacular coral reefs. Because it is a Marine Life Sanctuary, the fish are plentiful and swarm over the well developed reef that slopes from the shores into the ocean. Spinner dolphins, Manta Rays, and Green Sea turtles are commonly seen resting in the Bay. Humpback Whales visit in the winter season from January to March. The reefs make this area an underwater showcase, so come enjoy a swim or snorkel, and dive into some of the worlds most pristine waters, all well within walking distance from the house. Often there is an opportunity to swim with the plentiful spinner dolphins, right in the bay.

Enjoy the peacefulness, beauty, and spirit of old Hawaii when you visit this vacation rental home at Kealakekua Bay. Get away from the crowds and traffic in Kailua-Kona town.

This well equipped home has everything needed for a comfortable stay from a week or two to a month or more. Fully furnished, 2 bedroom with 1 1/2 baths, fruit trees and garden, and cooking utensils, and laundry facility. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquility of old Hawaii. Call Kay for reservations or information and when you leave a message, please also give your time zone and best time to call. With our low rates, you can enjoy more activities and still have a great place to stay. Local fruits provided when in season. Bonus: Upon your arrival, you are provided a supply of Kona Coffee, Juice, Milk, Bread, Jams, Eggs, and some local snacks.
This house has two levels. Upper unit is vacation rental. Downstairs has a quiet couple .
There is a BBQ garden and tables under the mango tree so its cool and shady. There is a wash area for beach items. You can relax outdoor.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-016-175-7696-01, TA-016-175-7696-01
Property # 127607
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

Located in Captain Cook, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahalu'u Beach Park and Magic Sands Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 22 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 55 min drive - 70.0 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪HiCO - Hawaiian Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay on Aug 2, 2026 start from $272, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Kapahukapu Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, and Hikiau Heiau State Monument. Big Island Bees is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This 2 bed, 2 bath apartment with a full kitchen and available washer and dryer was a great place to stay in the Captain Cook area. The house is located in an area which is walking distance to the water, which does involve a long and windy drive down the hill from highway 11, the Mamalahoa Hwy. The accommodations are comfortable and spacious. The host is charming and hospitable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2026
Thans Annie for your wonderful spirit and left my place very clean. God bless you on your future journeys. Aloha, Kay Wilson
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeanie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
no ocean view , with in walking distance to the beach. but the apartment was very well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean and well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot to stay away from the busyness of town. Manini beach is beautiful spot and an easy walk with fantastic snorkeling. I loved getting fresh fruit from Kay's fruit stand out front. Kay lives next door and is an excellent host. She made sure we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 19, 2026
It was wonderful to have such awesome people in my rental. God bless
Verified

8/10 Good

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes.great and accommodatinghouse is stocked well
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2025
Thanks for all the goodies and a clean unit before leaving. Hope you had a wonderful time and Happy Holidays
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Kay was very welcoming and stocked our refrigerator with good food. We loved the peace and quite and being close to our favorite beaches. We will go back to stay at Kay’s house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't beat the location and value. Kay was such a sweet and thoughtful host,... fruit from her trees, cookies from her kitchen,... she even had a battery charger when our car battery died. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2025
Thanks for being a wonderful guest. I will always do my best to help God bless
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yong Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to check in and check out. Quick responses. Kay was very kind to make our stay as easy, pleasant, and welcomed as possible. We run into zero issues. Location was great for our trip too, as it's close to the local parks where we saw people snorkeling with Dolphins one morning, which was definitely a blast. We were just a little late in that morning when we got in the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the local vibe. Staying with Kay is very chill. The geckos are so cool.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

henry h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

This area is incredibly beautiful Truly heaven on earth
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Relaxing, peaceful stay. Kay's place is easy short walk to Manini Beach for snorkeling and water activities. It's a great place for investigating things along the Kona coast. Host was very responsive, helpful, and answered all of our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaiian lifestyle

Great location if you’re interested in the Captain Cook area. Simple, clean, non-resort like property. Host was very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Property was perfect for my purposes.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A slice of Heaven

ReLaxing and so much Aloha. Mahalo KayDea and Rocky
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2025
Thanks Dea and Rocky for coming. Really appreciate how clean you left it. God Bless and it was wonderful to meet appreciative people.
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location.

Excellent location. Generous and helpful host. Charming Village community. Apartment had everything you could possibly need. Older interior.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and host

Location within close walking distance of Kealakekua Bay and Manini Beach. Kay was very responsive, helpful and generous with her abundance of fruit. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 25, 2023
Thank you for coming. Hope your vacation will be the best and memorable. Great blessing to you and your family. aloha, Kay Wilson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big island

We enjoyed our stay. Lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2022
Glad you had a great time Always available to help out
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay was great!

We really enjoyed staying at Kei's property. The space and grounds were exactly as depicted. It was spacious, clean and suited us and our stay perfectly. Enjoyed the location, very close to Mainini Beach and the Place of Refuge. Kei was very kind and helpful even when we accidentally locked outselves out, twice. Felt like we were staying with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 1, 2024
Thank You anne and your wonderful friends. Hope memories of Hawaii can be shared to others from the Land of Aloha, God Bless
Verified

8/10 Good

Kurt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location and great host

Kay was so kind and shared fresh fruit from her fruit stand. We loved the short walk to the beach. It was so close and we walked there to snorkel and watch the sunset. We were just down the road from Two Step beach. The unit is dated but very clean. It was a great base for our vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

handy

A very handy & convenient place to stay. Beds were fine & shower pressure was fantastic. A little warm in the evenings but cooled off nicely for sleeping. Host was available for any questions & very kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you want

The house was stocked with food, filtered water, chocklate, juice, lotions, sunscreen, anything you might need. Kai fixed anything wrong immediately and gave us fruit daily. The location is the best for attractions & snorkeling. The house is very dpacious. The only thing wrong is that Kay's place made the next place i went to very disappointing because i was used to such a great host, space, and check in.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Value

This is a fun neighborhood with one lane streets and immediate proximity to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location!

We thoroughly loved staying here! The location is amazing- close to the water, and lots of things to do. The kitchen is well equiped and the space is comfortable with two full bedrooms. Kay is a gracious host - she shared fruits from the property and let us pick some too. She runs a fruit and baked goods stand next door. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2023
Thank you Andrew for being such a grateful guest and your family. Many blessings to you and those you shared your wonderful spirit with. Aloha, Kay Wilson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

KonKay and her delightful property

Basic two bedroom with all amenities! Check what’s there before going to shop! Kay was delightful and accommodating and invited us to pick fruits on property….wonderful bonus!! Close to beach and share the beauty of Kona
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

We very much enjoyed our stay at Kay's comfortable and spacious apartment. We love Kealakekua Bay and all that it offers and Kay's apartment was well suited to our experience. Kay was very responsive to any of our needs and her Hawaiian hospitality was very much appreciated. Maholo Kay!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Severine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

7 days at big island

Charming condo, with all the necessities. The neighbors downstairs are very nice, as is the landlady next door. Not far from the ocean. Quiet location, with birdsong and the smell of flowers in the morning. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2024
Thanks so much for being a wonderful guest. May you be blessed with many more beautiful experiences in your life. Aloha, Kay Wilson

About the host

Hosted by Kay Wilson

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I am self employed baker , candy maker and craft vendor at the farmers market. I am also an avid gardener and have planted fruit trees and plumeria flowers in the Lava fields so people can help themselves with by making leis for friends. It is truly a Hawaiian Aloha Spirit and generosity you will find at my place.
Visit the farmers market for my goodies.

Why they chose this property

This corner property is beautiful and spacious .Lots of parking for guess too.

What makes this property unique

Fruits and vegetables when in season.
Laundry facilities. Place to Hang clothes and dries in half a day because of the sun.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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