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Manta Ray Manor - Oceanfront Gated Community, short walk to beach and town.

Manta Ray Manor - Oceanfront Gated Community, short walk to beach and town.

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Exterior
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Living area
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Overview of Manta Ray Manor - Oceanfront Gated Community, short walk to beach and town.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Popular LocationOld Kona Airport State Recreation Area15 min walk
  • Popular LocationKailua Pier19 min walk
  • Popular LocationKailua-Kona Wharf19 min walk
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main floor bedroom

Mountain view bedroom

Ocean view master bedroom

3 bathrooms

Main floor bath (ensuite)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath (ensuite)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Mountain view bath (ensuite)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Manta Ray Manor - Oceanfront Gated Community, short walk to beach and town.

Location, location, location. Manta Ray Manor is a vibrant, 3 bedroom/3 ensuite baths, ocean view 2500 square foot home set on the Kona coast in a private, gated oceanfront community. Manta Ray Manor provides a perfect retreat for your Hawaii adventure. Keiki Beach with its beautiful white sand, swimming lagoon, tide pools and ocean access is a short walk down the Manor's comfortable private street.

Manta Ray Manor is an architect-designed, fully functional beach retreat. It's bigger than a bungalow, allowing everyone their own space, but small enough to rekindle the family aloha. High ceilings, expansive windows and large living areas make the home airy, bright and relaxing. The living room, with its expansive seating and 60" TV (if desired), provides a comfortable indoor gathering place. Just off the living room is the tropical lanai, complete with enough outdoor furniture for the entire ohana to lounge and enjoy meals. Relax in the lanai's hot tub under the palm tree framed starry sky.

After a long day, retreat to your private bedroom and bath. Manta Ray Manor's master suite is roomy with its own living area, California king size bed, full bath and private lanai with ocean view and mountain. Fall asleep and wake up to the rhythm of the waves. A second, spacious bedroom with king size bed and ensuite bath resides upstairs. Enjoy peaceful views of island pines, palm trees and Mount Hualālai in the distance. The third bedroom is light and bright with a king bed, bathroom and main floor location. All bedrooms have California closets. Two air conditioning units cool the entire home as needed.

Manta Ray Manor’s custom kitchen is equipped with all the accessories your crew needs to entertain and enjoy great meals at home. This includes a gas range, large double-sided refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, Vitamix and plenty of dishes, pans and flatware. Just off the kitchen is the dining room which comfortably seats 6.

Kona town and famous Ali'i Drive, with their eclectic restaurants, breweries, shopping and lively outdoor scene, are 1 mile away, as is Kailua Pier and its outdoor activities. Fill your days with paddle-boarding, kayaking, whale watching, snorkeling, scuba diving (with giant oceanic manta rays!) volcano viewing... The possibilities go on and on. Or, just relax on your neighborhood beach with a cold drink, good book and peaceful aloha spirit. No matter what you choose to do, these amenities are easily accessible by foot, bike ride or short drive. This is the magic of Manta Ray Manor.

6 beach chairs, 2 beach umbrellas, 2 body boards, assorted beach toys, a beach wagon and cooler are conveniently stored inside the side gate. We periodically add items, so this list changes. The rinsing hose is located by the main lanai's front steps. A recreation area is adjacent to Kona Bay Estates and Manta Ray Manor. Feel free to use the tennis and pickleball courts, Aquatic center with community pool, Olympic size lap pool, kids’ playground, horseshoe pits, frisbee golf course, Maka’eo Walking Path and more (indoor facilities may be limited due to Covid-19).

If you've never been to the Big Island of Hawaii, it's the largest Hawaiian Island. With 80% of the state’s landmass, but only 20% of its people, the Big Island has wide open spaces, high mountains, spacious valleys and room to breathe. The island also has several volcanos. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Hualalai and Loihi (below sea level) are active. Mauna Kea is currently dormant. The town of Kona, and Manta Ray Manor, are situated on the leeward, less windy and more sunny side of the Big Island. Here, alongside Hawaii's many manta rays, you will enjoy year-round tropical temperatures and crystal-clear, blue waters. Upon booking, we will provide you with Manta Ray Manor's "Big Island," our illustrated guidebook containing dining, relaxation and adventure suggestions to optimize your Big Island adventure. You can access Big Island via hard copy and QR code.

Manta Ray Manor looks forward to providing the inspirational "base camp" for your next magical,Hawaiian experience.

Aloha!

Please take notice that the State of Hawaii, and our rental policy, sets forth the following requirements for all guests renting Manta Ray Manor:
Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. during which time the noise from the STVR shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area.
Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area.
The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.
STVR TMK: 7-5-005: 043
STVR Registration No.: STVR-19-365094
NUCR-20-1761
General Excise Tax - HI Tax ID Number: GE-104-610-0480-01
Transient Accommodations Tax - HI Tax ID Number: TA-104-610-0480-01

Property manager

George Koons
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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
Property Registration Number GE-104-610-0480-01, TA-104-610-0480-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighborhood in Kailua-Kona. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, while Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument and Hulihee Palace are cultural highlights. Kona Community Aquatic Center and KBXtreme 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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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Brewing Company - 14 min walk
  • Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area - 15 min walk
  • Kailua Pier - 19 min walk
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 19 min walk
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Kona Brewing Co & Brewpub - 14 min walk
  • Fish Hopper - 19 min walk
  • Umekes Fish Market Bar - 10 min walk
  • Big Kahuna Beach Grill - 18 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house just steps from the ocean
Having just completed a two-week stay with my wife and three grown kids, I can say this is a real jewel of a property. While not located right on the oceanfront, it's a two-minute walk from a cute little secluded beach, where we spent several mornings soaking in the sun. The house itself was immaculate and very roomy. The main bedroom suite was exceptional with a large lanai looking out to the ocean. My son and my daughter with her boyfriend each had their own bedroom/bath. A perfect setup. The sports fields behind the house got a bit rowdy a few nights, but the noise was drowned out by our nightly hot tub soakings. The location was great, too, as a base to explore the Big Island. The owner was very communicative and offered recommendations for restaurants. Overall, a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed for a week with our 2 teenage children. The house was perfect and the hosts are great. Everyone had a comfortable bed and their own full bath which was great for getting ready for the day. House is very clean and comfortable. The nearby beach is an easy walk and is very swimmable. Plus the house is equipped with lots of beach gear and a wagon to easily carry it. Also a very easy drive into town. Nice guest book available with great recommendations. The poke place was our favorite. I would definitely book this property again. No complaints.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate home!
We spent a week at Manta Ray Manor in November, 2023. It was 3 couples that were all friends for many years and decided to take a dream vacation together. First of all, George and Diane were terrific hosts. They gave us all the information we needed before we got to Kona and kept in touch while there. We had no issues at all with the home is very well appointed. The location is outstanding with just a very short walk to the beach and into town. Beautiful, quiet neighborhood that felt very safe. The house itself is gorgeous, clean and decorated beautifully. We all agreed we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anyone going to Kona. Aloha!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter B., San Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1 Week in Paradise
We stayed for a week at the Manta Ray Manor in Aug 2023 - 2 adults and 3 14 year old girls. First, the communications by George and Diane (the owners) was perfect. They gave all the information in a timely manner and made sure everything was perfect during our stay. The house is gorgeous and in a great location - an almost private beach 200 yds away, the athletic facilities for tennis, pickleball, swimming right next door and Kona a short walk away. Lots of room and a lovely patio area. We would return in a minute. 5+stars - Walter Beach
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house for our family
We loved the house and it’s close proximity to a lot of the things we wanted to see and do during our time on the Big Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by George Koons

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Diane and George live and work in Kona, Hawaii and Steamboat Springs, Colorado. You can find them outdoors exploring the beauty of these locations with their three boys and Bella, their pet Newfoundland. They enjoy opening their homes up to others to experience the adventure, inspiration and call to nature of the Pacific Ocean and Rocky Mountains.

Why they chose this property

Manta Ray Manor offers the ideal combination of privacy with close-in proximity to the ocean, downtown Kona and Kailua Bay. The private 3 bedroom, 3 ensuite bath home is a fully functional, upscale beach retreat at an affordable price. Located in a guarded and gated oceanfront community, the Manor is situated one lot back from the Pacific Ocean and enjoys ocean views. A short walk down your private street brings you to sandy Keiki Beach where you can rediscover your Aloha Spirit.

What makes this property unique

Oceanfront community. Short walk to sandy beach. Less than one mile to downtown Kona and Kailua Bay. Private, relaxing and secure. Beautiful, newer home with open floorplan, many large windows, expansive lanai with hot tub and room for your crew.

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