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OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach!

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Beautiful sunset. Photo taken just 20 feet from cottage!
Sunset looking north
Beach right out back!
Cottage beachside. Notice torches along rock wall!
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach!

Hawaii Tax I.D. NO. W67125384-01

Hale Alaula, or House of the Sunset Glow, is a renovated cottage located right on a beautiful sandy beach in sunny Puako. As you can see from the pictures, the house is full of modern and newly furnished appliances and furniture. The master bedroom has a king size bed with it's own half bathroom and outdoor shower. Walk out the door from the bedroom into an outdoor shower surrounded by bamboo. A full bathroom is attached to the living room area where the punee sleeps one. Wake up and go to sleep with views of the morning glow and unbelievable sunsets. The living room is equipped with one punee (Hawaiian day bed) that can sleep one person. The kitchen is fully equipped with all stainless steel appliances including a oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. From the kitchen you can walk out onto the lanai and eat your meals on a new outdoor table.

Coral washes up on the Puako's shores and creates a beautiful white sanded beach. The beach in front of Hale Alaula is far enough from any beach access point that few visitors wander by, providing you with plenty of privacy while still allowing you to enjoy the coastline. Just a few doors up shore is an easy access point to climb into the warm Hawaiian waters at the perfect location to experience some of Hawaii's best snorkeling. Directly in front of the beach access point are some undersea arches that are fun to swim around, over, and under. The reef is full of a plethora of different species of fish, starfish, eels, and sometimes rays. Occasionally a pod of dolphins will swim by, and in the winter months you can see the humpback whales breach the surface and hear their song under the water.

Puako is famous for its abundance of sea turtles, and just north of Hale Alaula is the "turtle cleaning station," where sea turtles go to let the yellow tang fish to pick algae off of their shells. Take a walk up the shore and you're sure to see plenty of turtles basking in the shallow waters or napping in the sun.

Hale Alaula is the perfect Hawaiian home to experience the serenity of the island and the wonders it has to offer, both on land and in the sea.
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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

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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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number GE-138-875-6992-01, TA-138-875-6992-01

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A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this vacation home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puako Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hālani - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! on Jul 19, 2026 start from $677, 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 OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OCEANFRONT! Cottage is located on a beautiful sandy beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela vacation home is steps from Puako Beach and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Waialea Beach and Puako Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great lanai, nice kitchen, and we loved the outdoor shower!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful quiet right on the beach. Surf sounds surrounded us along with the beauty and comfortable home.Host was very accessible and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation! Amazing spot with everything we needed. The view was wonderful and so relaxing. Would love to visit again!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay, house was super well equipped. We never go out for dinner when we are in Hawaii so a well set up kitchen and grill are very important for us. Breakfast every morning with the sound of the surf as the sun rose over Mauna Kea and Maui emerged from the mist, and dinner outside every night as the last glow disappeared. We've been renting oceanfront houses in Puako since 2012 and this is one of the best.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stay on Puako Beach Road on the Big Island of Hawaii is truly magical
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful oceanfront property in the Puako area! We really loved staying in this area. It felt very isolated but in reality sites and amenities were super close by. The General Store down the street was awesome for treats and necessities, and a Foodland was just a 10-15 minutes drive away. The sunsets were spectacular, and as a bonus, we had honu (green sea turtles) come to visit us every night. Great spot for chilling out, snorkeling, walking/running. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed - from cooking supplies to beach gear. Both the owner and property manager were very helpful and communicative. We would stay again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

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

Wonderful stay on the ocean

We loved our stay here. We don’t like the hotel scene so this place is well equipped for cooking and enjoying the local culture and area or just hanging out. The location is perfect. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Awesome Vacation

We had a wonderful relaxing time at this property! The home was clean, comfortable and quiet. The sunsets were amazing as was the yard and rather private beach area.The little market (Puako Store) was handy and helpful with whale watching and snorkeling tours.The only thing I would recommend is a better AC system—the remote didn’t work on the unit and you can only have AC in one bedroom.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarence S.

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

Turtle

Great turtle viewing and easy chill location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joan l.

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

Beautiful Spot with Turtles

Older cottage right on the tide pools. Excellent snorkeling at the access 2 houses south. House has louvers on all sides to capture the tradewinds, outdoor shower, many birds. Amazing sunsets
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

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

True vaca!

How nice to visit such a relaxed and beautiful spot! It’s a gem that I’m thankful we were able to experience. The house manager was extremely helpful and thoughtful! Thank you!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Beautiful Home on The Beach

This was the most wonderful, peaceful, relaxing vacation ever! The home was clean, very nicely decorated and no need to really drive anywhere. Beach outside the gate with snorkeling, turtles and no crowds…actually no people at all😊. Sunsets were absolutely amazing. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharina G.

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

Tropical Paradise!

Down a residential road on the water, a beautiful setting, very well maintained property! Right on the ocean, basking turtles and whale watching during season. Walking distance to Hapuna Beach. An absolute gem of a property, great for 2 to 4 people.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Puako Beach Drive

This was our first stay on the Big Island, but won't be our last. After a week at a resort, we moved to Cindy's wonderful property for a second, even more relaxing week. Everything was great. The perfect base from which to easily get to a variety of fantastic beaches and explore the Kohala coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We saw turtles, whales, and plenty of birds from the backyard. The birding book was especially helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve b.

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

Beautiful and Private

This is a well kept property and unbelievable location. The home has great craftsmanship and all the features you could ask for. We hope to return again and again. It is perfect for a couple wanting to escape traffic and cold weather. Nothing less than an A+.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rechael s.

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

Hidden gem by the sea

We had such an amazing stay at this beautiful cottage by the sea! How lucky we are to have found this place. Inside and outside the property, everything was pristine. How lush and peaceful the property grounds. The view of the stars at night in the garden facing the ocean,..a perfect stay in paradise. I highly recommend to everybody looking for some quiet time and a slice of heaven. Our host was so friendly and pleasant, willing to accommodate our inquiries/ requests here and there. Thank you for a memorable and wonderful time! We will keep this place in mind for future visits to the big island.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Sunsets and sea turtles

Gorgeous location. Quiet. Private. Directly on the water. Visited every evening by three sea turtles a few hours before sunset. General Store just down the street with incredible sandwiches for your daily adventures. Only big criticism, claiming AC is stretching the truth. There is a tiny unit in one bedroom. And it can only cool that one bedroom. It was quite hot and humid during our stay and that wasn’t pleasant.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris U.

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

Wonderful stay

My wife and I stayed at this home in July to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. This cute home is steps away from the ocean and loaded with everything you need for a quiet getaway. The location is spectacular and close to everything you need - restaurants, beaches, groceries, activities, ect. Turtles are right out front. Wild turkey's came to visit. The furniture indoors and out is in great shape as are the appliances. The bed was very comfortable. The A/C was fully functional. We only used it for a few hours during the hottest part of the day because the sea breezes kept the house comfortable most of the day. We can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

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

Best Hawaiian Memories

Our stay at Puako was one of the most memorable experiences we have had on any of our more than 20 visits to the Hawaiian islands. Wandering the tide pools on the beach in front of the house, snorkeling some of the most special water we have seen right out in front of the place. Watching turtles come out of the water for a little sun. Watching whales and dolphins playing right off the beach. Hearing the whales while snorkeling. Simply relaxing and enjoying the beach was absolutely wonderful. There were occasions during our 9 day stay when the waves were coming in a little too high to allow for a reasonably safe entry, in front of the place, but just down the road a little way, near the Church, was a wonderfully protected place to enter the water. The wifi was sufficient such that I was able to conduct a little business from the lanai. The view from each of the rooms great, the only knock I have was that I had to spend about an hour cleaning the windows to fully take advantage of the great views.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

This beautiful cottage exceeded our expectations

This wonderful cottage exceeded our expectations. It was such a treasure that we stayed "home" to enjoy the relaxation and beauty as opposed to sightseeing other parts of the island. Every night the sunsets were spectacular. Snorkeling with the turtles just off the reef in front of the house was incredible. Swimming at 69 Beach was always perfect and protected even when the wind was high elsewhere. Being able to walk down to the Puako General Store for supplies and partake of some of their locally made "take and bake" meals was a delightful surprise. (When we wanted to go out for dinner, there were plenty of choices in the hotel/shopping complexes just a few minutes away. )The outdoor shower was a wonderfully refreshing treat in the evenings after a day in the salt water. The beds were extremely comfortable and the simple country elegance of the home made it a delight to experience. I really cannot say enough about the joy of staying in this VRBO. Thank you, Cindy, for putting this all together and sharing it.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Great Beach House

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Hale Alaula from July 2 to July 9. This is a wonderful home right on the water. We couldn't have been more pleased with this updated, clean and well-equipped home, the setting, and the yard. There are sliding glass doors along the back of the house so that you have an ocean view from each room. The home has all the conveniences and it is nicely furnished and very comfortable. There is comfy patio furniture too and a table and chairs outside. TV, wifi, washer and dryer are all up to date and easy to use. The neighborhood of Puako is lovely and quiet. There is a market with all the essentials and more just a short walk down the street. You can wake up in the morning, grab your snorkel gear, walk a couple houses down along the beach and enter the water safely. In fact the snorkel boats came by almost everyday and anchor nearby because the snorkeling is so good along Puako! We saw lots of turtles who like to come in near the shore to sleep in the sun. The home is surrounded by a spacious yard that is well maintained. Everyday, a pair of wild turkeys and their offspring would wander through the yard. We were there over the 4th of July and could see the fireworks from the beach in front of the house, that seemed to be not far from Kawaihae which was nearby to the north of the property. My husband thinks Hale Alaula is the ideal location for visitors that has the best weather and many, many opportunities for adventure. Great places to visit by car are Hapuna State Beach, Kailua, Weimea and the Parker Ranch headquarters, Green Sand Beach and there's much more on the big Island. But, staying home and watching the sunset from the patio is fantastic. We loved coming back after a day of activity to the peace and comfort of this lovely home. We've recommended this home to our adult children and we would definitely come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

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

Amazing place with great location

We are a scuba-diving family and love to dive right off the shore. This lovely beach house suits us perfectly. It has a great layout, is well-furnished and comfortable. We love exploring the reef, counting the turtles and watching the sunsets on the beach. The owner is very easy to contact and quickly responds. Definitely a slice of paradise!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

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

My Favorite Stretch of My Favorite Island

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful section of the Big Island. A perfect location in all respects. The breaking waves provided a perfect lullaby. A peaceful and quiet back porch and yard. Home well equipped and comfortable. Look forward to our return.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha M.

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

Wonderful Puako

Great house! Great sunsets. Very well supplied kitchen and beach toys.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Kay Anderson

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I've owned this cottage for 8 years. I have been traveling to Hawaii since 1965 and I became very attached to the Big Island of Hawaii. I grew up by the ocean and because I'm comfortable by the water it's a place I would like to spend a lot of time in the future. In the meantime, I live in Denver, Colorado and have a boy, 22 who is a senior in college and a daughter, 25 who is a Nasa engineer at JPL in Los Angeles, California.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property because I love the ocean and love being by and in the water. I love to scuba dive, snorkel and just sit and watch the sunsets.

What makes this property unique

In the evening you can watch the sunsets and every sunset is different and unique. Sometimes the whole sky lights up with oranges, lavenders, yellows and purples especially after a rain. The ocean is constantly changing as the storms move in and out. Sometimes it's so rough you will want to stay away and sometimes it's so smooth it will remind you of a lake and you will want to jump in and swim with the turtles.

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