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Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive

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Interior
Living area
Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Magic Sands Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Beaches
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive

Located on a quiet oceanfront property just south of commercial Kona, this two-bedroom two-bath vintage cottage boasts a large covered lanai, classic Hawaiiana furnishings and a grassy yard with parking. With one queen bed and three twins, it’s ideal for a small to medium family or a couple wanting some well earned space. The kitchen, which offers both a bar and a dining table for four, has ocean views to the north and south, where whales splashing about offshore can be seen regularly from November-March.

Features:
*Queen bedroom
*Three twin beds (one bunkbed)
*Large covered lanai
*Weber charcoal grill
*Beach towels, umbrella, cooler

Two surf spots are located just out front to either side — one for all levels and one for experts only. Having been owned by the same family for three generations, this charming cottage has the upside of mixing time with labor of love.

*NOTE: This home is located on the marathon route for the Ironman World Championship that occurs in Kona every October, and will be affected by road closures related to the race.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

TA-148-041-7280-01
STVR 21-461126

VRBO/Hawaii Life bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 TA-148-041-7280-01, 770040210000, GE-148-041-7280-01
Property # 637663
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
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

About the neighborhood

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Holualoa Village, a neighborhood in Kailua-Kona. Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center. Ready for a night out? Consider Don's Mai Tai Bar and MY BAR & Nightclub - LGBTQ Friendly Hot Spot.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Magic Sands Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kailua-Kona Beaches - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 36 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive on Aug 15, 2026 start from $506, 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 Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holualoa Village vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Honl's Beach and Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host, house and waterfront and very clean. Great location.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delbert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is wonderful. You can sit on the covered deck and watch the waves splashing on the rocks just a few feet away, very relaxing and very enjoyable. The home is very old, but it is charming. There were a couple of times that air conditioning would have been nice, but we adapted and it was not a major issue. I highly recommend this property and would love to stay here again.
Sunset view from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A definite YES for this lovely Hawaiian vibe ocean front property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tammy j.

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

Magical place

Loved our stay here.. magical place with therapeutic qualities! Truly amazing locationand quaint charm! Will def return!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Awesome exsperance we loved the place thank you

We did not have to pack up and go to any destination everything we love doing on the islands was right here in our backyard such a great experience with my kids and grandkids can’t wait to come back aloha for the Cooksey family
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin J.

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

Right on the Coast

The location was amazing. We would listen to the waves crashing at night and see the surfers in the morning. It was an easy jog into Kona for food and fun. Snorkeling in the area was great. We visited over Christmas and, overall, we had a fantastic time in Kona!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 26, 2023
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Mahalo for staying with us, we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Perfect stay in Kona!

We loved our week spent in Kona. This vintage cottage was perfect for our family of 4 (including 2 teenagers). The lanai and private bay were so peaceful and relaxing we spent all of our time here when not scuba diving or mountain biking. Heidi was the best host and was very quick to provide recommendations and answer questions. We really hope to return to this amazing property!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl V.

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

Just what you want

There may not be another place like this on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2021
Mahalo for staying with Hawaii Life Rentals! We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and home. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel E.

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

Amazing home and location!

This home is a Hawaiian dream. It was spotless and lovingly maintained... incredibly well stocked with everything you could want. The lanai is where we lived...day and night...it doesnt get better than this. Surfing to the left and to the right!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tangie C.

Sunset and Surf Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view from the patio is incredible. We spent hours enjoying the beautiful sunsets, rainbows, and surfers. We also enjoyed the tide pools directly in front of the house. The location is perfect near Kona and several nice snorkeling beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2021
We are glad all was enjoyable and relaxing for you. We appreciate this feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Amazing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at the Kona Sunshine house. It is in a perfect location for Ironman participants and the deck is hard to beat. The view is just so, so beautiful and serene. Host was lovely and communicative.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 28, 2022
We are so happy we were able to host you on your beautiful Hawaiian vacation!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Great Cabin on the water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great little cabin on the beach. The patio is awesome. You don't need to drive anywhere to have a wonderful and relaxing ocean vacation. It is next door to a nice little park. Only negative is that the road behind the house is a bit loud at night.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2022
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

PERFECTION!

I cannot say enough great things about this place. My husband and I stayed 10 days here for our 10 year annniversay trip and have never felt more at home at a vacation rental than we did here. The house is everything you want it to be. The locationnis perfect. Its private, quiet, and clean. The ocean views and daily sunsets were magical. We spent each day adventuring around Kona and couldnt wait to settle home here on the Lanai watching the sunset and having dinner listening to the waves, watching the survers, the sealife and the relaxation. I cant tell you how many times my husband fell asleep out there! When we come back to Kona we will look to book this place again. THANK YOU so much for givingnus a home away from home!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Experience with Incredible Views but Room for Improvement

We recently stayed at this VRBO in Kona, and the highlight of the property is, without a doubt, the lanai. We spent most of our time there, soaking up sunsets and enjoying the ocean views. If you love outdoor spaces and don’t mind spending your vacation mostly outside, this place might suit you well. We found the inside of the house very musty/dusty, it is definitely something to keep in mind if you’re sensitive to dust or allergens. We knew it had no AC, but we had to make a Walmart run to buy air-purifying spray. We also ended up buying two large box fans since the ones provided were either too small, didn’t work, and were very dirty. For the price of the rental, we expected better upkeep. We messaged the host asking if there were options for us if we decided not to stay due to the dust leading to sinus issues for one of us. We were told they needed to speak to the owners, but unfortunately, we didn't hear any further so just dealt with it best we could. If you’re all about the view and are okay with the quirks of tropical living, this place has its charms. But for the price, be aware of the trade-offs. This rental could be perfect for sunset lovers and lanai enthusiasts, but travelers with allergies or higher expectations for cleanliness and upkeep might want to explore other options.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Kona Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived on Christmas Day, Monday Dec. 25 and left on Monday, Jan. 1,New Years Day. The only problem with arriving on a Monday that is a Holiday, no trash pick up. So the entire time we were there we had no trash service. I tried texting the number I was given if there was a problem and the reply from the text was, I had the wrong number. Mind you it was the number listed at the rental on the information page for tenants. If it wasn't for the trash issue I would give all 5 stars for the rental. The location is perfect, saw sea turtles everyday right down in from of the house on the water, Sunsets beautiful. I feel it's best for a family or couple. It would have been difficult if it was 2 couples, one bedroom had 3 twin beds the other a queen. There are 2 full bathrooms and the kitchen sink overlooks the ocean which made doing dishes wonderful. I would recommend this property. Snorkeling, paddle boarding, bogey boarding, hiking you name it it's all there. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Great chill pad.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved my stay here. Nice and close to Kona downtown. Private. Perfect cottage feel. Could use a few blinds on the deck to shade from the late day sun. Significant road noise from the bedrooms, but none out back. Would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Very nice spot for a family of 4

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great week; the house was just our speed -- not too fancy, but comfortable and easy. The porch/lanai is beautiful! Our only complaint is that the mattresses on the bunk bed aren't too comfy; the other single bed is fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

A slice of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the loveliest stay at this property. Location was central to everything. Home was quaint, clean and host responded immediately at all questions. She truly went above and beyond. You cannot beat the sunsets from the deck and my children loved exploring the rocks and water ‘pools’ created by waves. It was a wonderfully memorable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Kona Sunshine

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been fortunate enough to stay at several amazing properties in Kona throughout the years. However, none of them can compare to this property. The Kona Sunshine property is truly special. And, I cannot say enough about Heidi, as she was a great host throughout our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

kenneth l.

Kona gold

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: .
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2021
Mahalo for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Kona Sunshine

Great vacation rental!!! Easy access to the waterfront and beautiful ocean views from the deck. Clean comfortable home with everything we needed. The property manager was very responsive and helpful!! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 14, 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. We are glad the property manager was helpful in providing a comfortable stay! We are so happy you enjoyed the place and your vacation. Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kona Sunshine

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Idyllic spit!!
Response from VrboOwner on May 26, 2022
Thank you for your review. We are happy you had a great stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Matt S.

Location, location, location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Once we got inside and opened the house up we made ourselves at home for a week and it was great. Nice and cozy home with a central location between shopping, restaurants, and beaches. The cons seem like nitpicking but you should be aware of them. Traffic on Ali’i can be distracting if you wake easily, and since the neighbor seems to have a used car lot at his house getting out of the property can be difficult and could really be helped with some mirrors. The management company says they have a concierge but we never got a response with three attempts after the initial contact. Wth all that being said, I would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Aloha! Thank you so much for your review and for sharing your experience with us! Its wonderful to know you were able to make yourself at home quickly and it sounds like you had everything you needed for an enjoyable stay! We appreciate your feedback on the traffic and some potential improvements that could be made with some mirrors. We will definitely look into these suggestions for our future guests! You are correct, The Hawaii Life Vacations’ Team does offer a complimentary concierge for all of our guests. We apologize you were not able to make contact with them. Upon sharing this information with our concierge, we were not able to find any record of you contacting them. We do apologize for this error and we will double check to make sure all of our concierge information is up to date. Please know you can always contact your island host/ property manager for all of your needs as well! It’s great to know these inconveniences did not take away too much from your overall enjoyable experience! Mahalo for being such pleasant guests and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Cliff S.

Beautiful traditional Hawaiian beach house with a few rough edges

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful and modestly sized house right on the water. Not sandy beach babe t we were not looking for beachfront. Relaxing lanai and terrific location for watching surfers and sunsets. Overall, comfortable but pricey. For the cost, the beds are rock hard and can leave one stiff. Driveway needs mirrors in order to safely pull out onto road. Neighbors park vehicles on shoulder eliminating view to oncoming traffic. Great place for an unplugged stay that does not suffocate as resorts can do. I would recommend with eyes wide open on bed comfort.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Enjoying Kona Sunshine

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A gorgeous location on the water...relaxing and lovely!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Aloha Lynn! Glad you enjoyed your stay and found some lovely relaxation at Kona Sunshine!

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