Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate

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4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 115000 sq ft

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Beach view
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

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Kailua Kona, HI

Kailua Pier
‪12 min walk‬
Kailua-Kona Wharf
‪12 min walk‬
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area
‪14 min walk‬
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Den

1 Double Futon

Guest Suite 1

1 King Bed

Guest Suite 2

1 King Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Ohana Unit

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

STVR 19-363225 - NUC 19-1616

Picture yourself vacationing in this magnificent and upscale 6,000 square foot oceanfront home. The stunning house is comprised of 4 bedrooms and 4½ baths with a variety of features including an atrium entry with cathedral ceilings, skylights, a large living room, delightful family room, convenient indoor and outdoor dining, and a game room with a fully equipped bar. You will enjoy a spacious, open floor plan, with all but the master bedroom on one single level. Benefit from the heated swimming pool with a beautiful waterfall.

Only steps away from a private sandy beach, the short stroll along the oceanfront leads you to a reef-protected beach cove lagoon which is suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and playing in the sand. Abundant tide pools dot the lava rock shelf fronting the homes in the area. Beach chairs are provided for your leisure. Enjoy the turtles, dolphins, and whales!

The splendid property is located in the prestigious, gated and 24-hour security-guarded community in Kailua-Kona, situated directly facing the deep sapphire blue waters of Kona Bay. You can walk to the tennis courts or into Kailua-Kona for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Just a few minutes’ drive to the south are the world-famous Kona coffee plantations, snorkeling bays of Keahou and Kealakekua, and historic sites including the City of Refuge and the Captain Cook Monument. There are several golf courses, play fields, movie theaters, and other recreations in Kailua-Kona within a few minutes’ drive. The sandy swimming beaches and resort areas of Hualalai, Waikoloa, Mauna Lani and Mauna Kea are an easy 20-45 minute drive up the Kohala coast.

Indulge yourself in this magnificent private retreat for that special get-away, small family gathering, entertaining, or just plain relaxing.

MASTER SUITE (King-size bed, sleeps 2)
Spacious room featuring a custom dolphin-motif stained glass window, oversized marble Jacuzzi spa, double vanities, a large double-head shower, walk-in closet, and a private lanai off the master suite overlooking the spectacular ocean.

TWO GUEST SUITES (King Bed in each suite, sleeps 4)
Both bedrooms feature ceiling fans, seating area and private bathrooms.

OHANA UNIT (Two Queen Beds, sleeps 4)
Private, attached, spacious unit comfortably sleeps four.

DEN/OFFICE (Convertible Sofa, sleeps 2)
Can be used as an additional bedroom.

KITCHEN - The gourmet kitchen is fully stocked with cookware and utensils. Just bring your food!

HOME OFFICE - A convenient home office provides you with all the necessities to stay in touch while on vacation, including a desk, printer/copier. Free High speed internet access. Just bring your laptop or ipad or android device!

GAME ROOM/BAR - Conveniently stocked with ice maker, wet bar, beverage fridge, glassware, blender, game table and games and books.

ACCESSIBILITY - The kitchen and dining room are elevated a few steps but there is a ramp from the pool deck to the kitchen which makes the entire lower level with pool, patio, living room, den, bar/game room, 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms all very accessible.

** We are happy to provide you with referrals for transportation from the airport to the property. We also have chef and catering referrals upon request.

Keywords: Stunning, Hawaiian, Oceanfront, Luxury Home with spectacular views

Property manager

Greg Gaskin

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Property Registration Number GE-193-419-2640-01, TA-193-419-2640-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua Pier and Hulihee Palace are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kona Community Aquatic Center and KBXtreme. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

Kamakahonu Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kailua Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Kona Brewing Company - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Kona Brewing Co & Brewpub - ‬3 min drive
‪Umekes Fish Market Bar - ‬15 min walk
‪HiCO - Hawaiian Coffee - ‬19 min walk
‪Big Kahuna Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin House Oceanfront Estate located?

Nestled on the beach, this Historic Kailua Village holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kailua-Kona Beaches and Keiki Beach. Kamakahonu Beach and Kailua-Kona Wharf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David T.

11 May, 2025

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

Fun in Kona

The property was clean and a great location! All the amenities you need. Near Keahlia Kona for shopping and great food. Also not far to travel to Hilo, volcano National Park, or up the west coast.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

24 Mar, 2025

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

Beautiful Property and Spectacular Views

We booked this house for a family vacation that included our 2 adult children and their spouses, as well as our 15 month old granddaughter. The communication with the owners was excellent. The property is even better than the photos! The minute we walked in and viewed the ocean beyond the sliding glass doors, we were in love! The layout of the house is perfect in that it allows private spaces for each of the couples and we enjoyed the entire second floor bedroom. The kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed many meals from the lovely table facing the ocean. Sunsets were spectacular! We had two pre-approved vendors given to us by Greg and Michelle (a baby equipment rental company and a private chef), both were excellent! I cant say enough about our great experience! Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lola b.

15 Mar, 2025

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

Wonderful family vacation

Beautiful, spacious, centrally located oceanfront home with outstanding views of the ocean, crashing waves and sunsets. Close to grocery stores, tennis and community garden. Michelle, the property manager was very helpful. Our only recommendation is that a new mattress is badly needed in the main bedroom and screens on the patio doors to keep out the mosquitoes at night. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

27 Feb, 2025

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

Great spot

Beautiful views. The kids enjoyed the pool, the kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed (pots, pans, storage containers, foil, etc) and the BBQ was a big hit. Decor was a little dated, but was still very nice. We'll be booking again.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

doug h.

1 Jan, 2025

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

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

24 Dec, 2024

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Beautiful Kona coast location

The layout of the house was close to perfect for our family. There was a very well equipped kitchen.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pietra B.

25 Nov, 2024

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So lovely!

We had a fabulous stay at this lovely house on the water! The house is open, bright, and the views are stunning. The pool was perfect temperature, there were plenty of chaises and towels and beach supplies. Each bedroom was nicely decorated with en-suite bathrooms perfect for various family groups, and the AC in the bedrooms made sleeping so comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with any dish, pot, appliance, utensil, tool, storage, glassware you could imagine. And some basic condiments and spices. We would definitely book again!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

29 Oct, 2024

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Ironman World Championships 24 - stay

We had a fantastic stay during Ironman week. The location was perfect for the race - walking distance to the start yet also secluded with private pool and beach front.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

13 Oct, 2024

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Amazing

Property was as described. With the doors open, the breeze was beautiful. Family room was a little warm without the breeze. Purchased 2 box fans from the local Walmart which helped. Home is beautifully decorated and very well stocked. Needless to say, the view is amazing. Great layout of the home offered our family enough space to spread out when needed. g

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley G.

6 Jul, 2024

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Thanks

Wonderful

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

17 Jun, 2024

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Amazing home with beautiful views!!

The Dolphin House was simply amazing! The pictures and words do not do it justice. The home is in a great location to everything. The kitchen is very well stocked as well as the bathrooms and plenty of towels for everyone. We had 9 in our group and there was plenty of room for everyone to have there own space. We ate at the outside table for every meal and the views are amazing!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne P.

27 Feb, 2024

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

Multi-generational Family Vacation

This home is beautiful and wonderful for a multigenerational vacation! Nine of us from 67yo to 4 yo stayed for a week here and the home is set up beautifully for us. The layout allowed for nice privacy with separate bedroom/bath areas for folks. The main space downstairs has a wide view to the shore and large bank of windowed slider doors that opens to a wonderful long table on the patio where we ate all our meals. The small but very adequate pool was used alot. This home had a very well supplied kitchen and was a core piece to a very fun vacation for us all. We even saw whales several times from the patio. The property manager and owner reached out with helpful vacation planning resources ahead of time and made themselves available if needed during our stay. I would love to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Nov, 2023

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Amazing week in the Dolphin House

Celebrated our 25 th wedding anniversary with our family, in the Dolphin House. Renewed our vows on the patio with the ocean in the background. The house was perfect for our family of 8 adults and three grands under 6. We were in the pool and at the huge patio table each night for dinner together. The study was perfect for playing cards while still being near the rest of the family and everyone had a quiet space to retreat when a nap was in order. The neighborhood was gorgeous and, both the beach nearby and the rocks in front of the property were great places to explore. Air conditioning was a MUST and the main areas of the home are not air conditioned which was a little uncomfortable so we spent a lot of time in the pool. There are also bars and coffee shops within walking distance and could even walk to town just over a mile. Saw dolphins and a cruise ship right from the patio and the sunsets were amazing! All in all it was a perfect week spent in this beautiful home.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis W., Seattle

5 Nov, 2023

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Perfect family retreat in Kona

The dolphin house made our family trip. It is perfect and was great for all ages. There’s too many amazing things about the house to fit in one review. The pool was a great temperature, the outdoor table was massive, and watching the sunset while the waves crashed on the lava rocks was unreal! The house is well stocked and Michelle was so responsive and resolved our only issue in ~15min. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. Thank you Michelle and Greg! We loved our stay and can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emiley L., Boston

4 Sept, 2023

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

Magical place

Gorgeous house has everything you need — spectacular views, cathedral ceilings, comfortable beds, fully loaded kitchen with everything, lots of space for being together or having some privacy, lovely pool, awesome grill — great accommodations. Michelle was super responsive and thoughtful. Ordered groceries ahead of time and had them delivered — really a treat and a way to start the vacation in a relaxing way. Thanks to Karina! Can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karianne D.

26 Aug, 2023

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Kona Paradise

We had a wonderful 8 day stay at the Dolphin House! The view was beautiful and we spent every evening watching the sunset from the pool or the lanai. Dinners for our group of 9 were perfect at the outdoor table. Kitchen was well appointed. Loved the separate bar with ice maker. All bedrooms were very nice and we appreciated that they all have en-suite bathrooms. The master suite upstairs was pure luxury with a beautiful view. Can’t beat listening to the waves at night. If we weren’t out snorkeling and sightseeing we were outside on the large lanai and in the pool. If the occasion presents itself we will be back. Mahalo!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

P E M.

7 Aug, 2023

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Hawaiian Paradise!

The Dolphin House is so much more than can be conveyed in the VRBO description and pictures! The perfect setting for our extended family of ten to celebrate a milestone anniversary! Our week long stay was more sublime than we could have imagined! Our four grandchildren wished they could stay forever. Greg and Michelle are rapidly responsive to any questions you may have which makes your stay carefree.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind S.

3 Jul, 2023

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Hard To Leave Paradise Perfection

All the 5 star reviews are accurate! The location is perfection, close to everything, and has the best sunset views of all the houses along Kona Bay Dr. Everyday we got up early to enjoy the peaceful view and watch boats go by (including massive cruise ships), swim in the heated pool, walk up and down the wall/walkway, and explore tide pools out on the lava rocks. The crashing waves are magnificent! Dolphin House has everything you could want or need: very comfortable beds plus two air mattresses, tons of beach and bath towels, beach chairs and mats, pool noodles, three beach umbrellas (a necessity) and even various sizes of water shoes which are needed out on the rocks and some beaches. The kitchen is well stocked and has endless cookware and dishes, although we couldn’t find plastic cups for the pool area. Electricity is extremely expensive in Hawaii so many homes don’t have AC but DH does. We were there in hot June so were grateful it was offered for the bedrooms and happy to pay extra for the comfort. Worth every cent! Beware, Hawaii has some unique creatures, some harmless and cute, some not so much, so be careful walking with bare feet and use bug repellent outside. The owners/managers are super responsive. Michelle answers immediately and takes any concern very seriously. They don’t live on the island but use numerous local services so any issue can be solved quickly. Our eight days went by way too fast and everyone in our four generation group was sad to leave!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harriet E.

17 May, 2023

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We thoroughly enjoyed out stay Dolphin home

Our family of 8 (11-74) had so much fun in Hawaii. Dolphin home has exceptional comfortable bedrooms, clean, pantry with amenities. Grocery store near by. The warm pool with fountain looks out on the ocean. Beautiful home with attention to details and owner very available. Thank you for a wonderful family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

16 May, 2023

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Amazing house near amazing beach!

We loved our stay and the owner was extremely responsive when we had questions. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harlan/Sue M., Redmond, WA

6 May, 2023

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Perfect property!

Our family enjoyed a fabulous stay at this Kona Estates property. The beautiful lush landscape and upscale decor makes it a unique property for discriminating travelers. The property managers were very accomodating and responsive. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Kona home.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

23 Apr, 2023

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A week in paradise

The property is beyond words, gorgeous doesn't say enough. We had a fantastic time, the view, the pool, the home, it was all amazing!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

22 Mar, 2023

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Incredible property, felt like home, comfortable, and stocked!

The home was just amazing, very open and large, perfect for myself, my husband, and grown children. 8 of us in all. VERY glad we made the decision for this home versus a hotel when traveling with 8 adults. Cooking wise: Costco worked out great, but there are other markets. We probably spent 600-800 in all for food for 8 adults for 7+ days. Every pot, pan, utensil (except a whisk!) was available as well as many spices we didn't have to buy. Pool - amazing. Grounds - amazing. Lava rocks by the water aren't necessarily good for jumping in, but plenty of swimming areas nearby. The waves crashing on the rocks were spectacular and never got old. Towels - no idea how they were so soft, but absorbent. Washer/dryer was top of the line and used frequently. Memorable trip and home. Thank you Greg and Michelle. :)

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

20 Feb, 2023

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family get together

Is great for our family vacation. We scattered my parents & son' s ashes & had additional family come over for celebration of life one night & was very comfortable space for everyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023