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Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping!

Holiday home in Kailua-Kona with private pool and kitchen

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Property grounds
Entrance to the Hideaway...
Pool
Courtyard
Main Building: Living Room-Video Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61479 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Keauhou Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping!

Nestled on the slopes of Hualalai, the Keauhou Hideaway is a private retreat on 2.7 acres of lush tropical vegetation. The 800' elevation affords a spectacular view of the Kona coastline and ensures warm, sunny days and cool nights.

Renovated last in 2012, the Hideaway has 3 separate bedrooms and a fourth main building (kitchen dining and living room) which link to create a delightful courtyard.

The tranquil grounds are home to mango, avocado, fig, papaya and citrus trees. In addition, passion fruit vines, bananas, herbs and more await your discovery!

Java sparrows, doves, finches, cardinals, and canaries wake you with their song. If wild seed is available at their feeding area, you will experience a real treat.

As owners, we travel here periodically to escape from rainy Oregon.

We think this place is magic, please treat it with respect.

Much Aloha!

(Note: Owners' studio to the east of the main building is not included in the rental. This buiding is not occupied when the property is rented.)

Keywords: House, Kona, Keauhou, View
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Accommodation needed for little ones not supplied
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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
Please provide nature of visit if applicable, i.e., Birthday, Anniversary, etc. to ensure best accommodation. No large parties/over 6 guests please!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-006-308-0448-01, TA-006-308-0448-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Regal Keauhou and Kona Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Higashihara Park and Kona Le'a Plantation. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kona Country Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piko - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Kai Lanai - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping! have a pool?

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

Is Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kona Retreat 2.7 Secluded Acres - Close to Old Hawaii, Beach & Shopping! located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory and within 3 miles (5 km) of Keauhou Shopping Center and Regal Keauhou. Keauhou Bay Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Théo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an amazing time staying here and would definitely come back. The house is spacious and clean, the pool and hot tub were perfect and the view was incredible. The owner was very prompt and responsive. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

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

Piece of paradise

The property was beautiful, the gardens were lovely, fruit, trees, flowers everywhere. Swimming pool, very nice and clean, solar heated, Jacuzzi could use a little cleanup or at least some bromine to keep it clean while visiting. Plenty of amenities, we will go back.
Sunset from the lanai.
Pool, solar heated
Birdfeeder, they left birdseed for us to feed the birds every day they are getting quite chubby
Papaya and lime from the yard roses purchased from the store, but our anniversary
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hideaway Review

Fantastic location and view, very comfortable accommodations, well-stocked kitchen, spectacular garden with many fruit trees. All around a great place to get away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Paradise

Great spot. Helpful hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

We will return!

Great location and layout of house. A bit of paradise. Owner/manager responsive and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Such an amazing spot!!

Our family absolutely loved staying at the Hideaway The location was great for day trips & we loved the privacy factor at the house The layout was great with 3 teenagers We lived outside and the sunsets were amazing Such a special place! Thank you! We hope to return!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nichole C.

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

Exceeded all expectations!

I am currently in the process of checking out after spending 5 magical days here and I’m trying to figure out a way that I don’t have to leave! This oasis was the exact vacation we needed. Mahalo!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Anchorage, Alaska

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

Perfect. Paradise.

Wonderful house layout. 180 degree stunning ocean views. Great solar heated pool and hot tub. Tropical fruit and herbs on the property. Convenient to everywhere. Worth every penny!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Julie R.

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

New Year's at the Hideaway

I recently stayed over New Year's with my husband, son and parents. We really enjoyed the view from the hideaway and family dinners on the lanai. The kitchen was well equipped. Stunning views of New Year's Eve fireworks all along the coast from the 800' elevation. We loved enjoying fresh fruit from the fruit trees and the property manager was very responsive to questions. We would stay at the Hideaway again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great location and the view is spectacular. Nice pool and hot tub. What fell short was the lack of up keep on the property. When we arrived, the toilet seat in the master bedroom was broken and the toilet paper holder was off the wall. The property manager arrived to fix the toilet seat. He brought a round seat rather than an oval that didn’t fit the toilet, which remained the full 10 days we were there. The coffee pot didn’t work and it was two days before we got a new one. The TV didn’t work so again the property manager came put new batteries in the remote and was able to get it turned on. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t change channels, and they couldn’t turn it off without unplugging it. He said he couldn’t fix it because he didn’t know anything about TVs. The printed material and check in information said that the swimming pool was heated to 88 with solar panels. Again, the property manager that came out said the pool is not heated never has been and we saw no evidence of solar paneld or 88 There were solar panels that were for hot water but the first few days we were there it was overcast and we were only able to get one hot shower one day everyone else had cold showers. Had we known there was no back up for the hot water we would’ve managed our time and activities differently. This property has great potential and some wonderful amenities. It just needs some TLC.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey B.

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

First Time on the Big Island

The property is really great, huge and isolated just as described. There’s tons of trees and beautiful plants and lush grounds which makes you really feel like you’re in a jungle. This was my families first time on the big island, and we had originally planned on going to Maui and had to change our plans with one weeks notice due to fires in Lahaina. The house has a main room in the front with a kitchen, living room, and dining room with the most amazing view of the sunrise/sunset which leads to the pool. All the other rooms are separate from each other which makes this a nice stay for couples. In our case we had children who enjoyed feeling like they had their own rooms to retreat to. There’s no a/c and lots of bugs, which I’m experienced on every island and all my stays outside of hotels in Hawaii so this wasn’t any different. The kitchen is minimal in supply’s, but it had enough to cook in most meals. You are very close by a few areas you can go on snorkeling adventures with the manta rays at night, etc. About a 20 minute drive to the main town of Kona for all the big tourist stuff. The property host did show up unexpectedly and walk in on my husband while he was in the bedroom which caught him off guard. Other than that, the trip was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

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

Heaven in Hawaii!

Just WOW! Everything was picture perfect. You look at the pictures online and think, this has to be too good to be true...I assure you, it isn’t. The landscaping is simply magical. Forget visiting a fruit stand, you will have the best papayas, lemons, limes, star fruit, dragon fruit all right at the tips of your fingers. The big binder has all manner of recommendations which are all spot on. I would add you need to visit Shaka Taco stand. The Hawaiian pork tacos are to die for. Be sure to be home to catch the breath taking sunsets. The pool area is perfect, and the overall environment is immediately stress reducing. I encourage you to explore the property and find the little hidden Budda, such a delightful find and have meaning to the peacefulness of the property. The internet is spotty in the evenings and not ideal for streaming Netflix and such, which is PERFECT. We found ourselves in the evenings completing puzzles and having game nights out on the lanai. We purchased a couple of games to add to the owners collection, as we wanted to leave behind some good karma. The owners were quite communicative and answered all our little pesky questions in a timely fashion and sent us a comprehensive document outlining everything you can do beyond visiting the crowded tourist traps of Kona. Thank you for your generosity. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, perfect for our group of three couples, and close to everything in Kailua-Kona
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures in the listing do not begin to do this place justice. It is absolutely wonderful. Our family of 5 -my husband and I, our 2 adult children and a daughter-in-law thoroughly enjoyed our stay. My son was blown away by the design of the "house" - It was very interesting having separate sleeping quarters apart from the central living, dining and kitchen area. The courtyards were beautiful, and all walkways were under cover so we never got wet during a rain. The view was breath-taking. We tried to catch each and every sunset. And fruit! So much fruit! We ate, and ate, and ate some more! Papaya, mangoes, guava, figs, starfruit, dragon fruit, lemons, limes, passion fruit (bananas were not ripe and we didn't have time to ferment the cacao), etc. The girls were so excited to go out for the daily harvest! The place is absolutely wonderful and a short drive down the mountain - but I REALLLY had a hard time convincing my daughter to leave the property to do anything else! We only turned the TV on once on the last day - it was rainy and drippy. Most of our time was spent on the patio - either soaking up the sun, reading a book in the hot-tub, taking a dip in the pool, or working a jigsaw puzzle or playing cards on the patio dining table. We loved the place and couldn't stop facetiming friends to give them the tour of the unusual place. We truly enjoyed a relaxing stay on this side of the island after a busy time on the other.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was incredible. The views from the patio/pool/spa were unbeatable. We enjoyed the outdoor space and all the fruit trees in the yard. We really enjoyed the bird feeder and provided seed as it brought in so many beautiful birds to watch. It was a very nice space to come back to after long days of exploring the island. We were a family of 5 adults, so the separate bedroom situation worked well for us, but might not work for families with small children. Anthony was great to work with and very quick to respond and helpful when needs arose. The property is secluded, but a short drive to restaurants/farmers markets/stores. We all agreed the location was one of our favorite places we have stayed over the years. We are not ones to relax much on vacation, but this location really invited us to just sit back, enjoy the yard and unwind! Would definitely stay at the Hideaway if we return to The Big Island!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

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

Great place for family vacation

This property was a good fit for our 3-generation holiday vacation. Each couple had their own bedroom with bathroom. The pool and hot tub were used almost each evening as we returned from sightseeing and touring the island. The location was a good midpoint for accessing many of the island attractions. Our only concern was the cleanliness of the home could have been better. The tile floors were dirty. I spilled water when filling ice trays and when I wiped it up with a paper towel it came up a dirty brown. We also noticed glasses in the cupboards were dusty/dirty and required washing prior to using. There appeared to be mold along the rim of the washing machine door. But overall, this home was a great fit for us and we enjoyed it immensely. I would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew W.

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

Beautiful views with comfortable accommodations, but a bit dingy

Overall our stay was quite lovely. Although the place was not as clean as I would have liked, we would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Wonderful retreat

This is such a lovely property! Can’t even touch how beautiful and relaxing in photos. Wonderful hosts and great spot for our multi generational family stay. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Your personal Big Island Resort!

We cannot say enough about this property. The most amazing views! A meticulously maintained yard and garden! A variety of fresh fruit ready to be picked right off the trees! Swimming pool and hot tub! And one of the best cared for homes that we have ever stayed in. The bedrooms are separate from the main house and offer a sense of privacy when you need it. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need to cook a meal. And the Webber barbecue on site was clean and well maintained. The owner's representative was easy to communicate with. And the guidebook in the house was extremely helpful. We are already talking about returning to the island and this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey J.

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

Family

We had a fabulous time! The layout of the house was perfect for our family. We enjoyed walking around the property identifying all the plants. But the view was phenomenal, gorgeous sunsets and on the few clear nights we had, the stargazing was out of this world. I would definitely recommend this property and can’t wait to get back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amber P.

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

Secluded property with wonderful views, but set-up not great for young families

8 nights here this June. Chose the property for the seclusion, acreage of fruit trees to explore, view, & private pool. Half the price of other properties with these features. A few drawbacks wish we had known when booking that perhaps I should have realized from the description: 1. Bedrooms do not lead out into one central area and one is not even within the locked gate of the compound. This made me nervous at night to have my kids in rooms that were not behind a shared locked gate. 2. Some windows actually are not able to be closed - all have screens. 3. Invasive Coqui frogs yell dusk to dawn and with the lack of A/C and ability to close all windows, they were very annoying. 4. The pool is small though sufficient. Neighborhood a mix of nicely kept properties like this one and a burned down structure where squatters took residence. Check-in. Asked for instructions the night before - was sent a PDF I could not open and no one replied to a message regarding this. Arrived at designated check-in time having stopped at Costco on the way (with frozen items) and we could not get into the buildings. Called the number listed - no answer. Called VRBO. After a few attempts, they reached the owners who were not in the state and seemed annoyed and gave us a code that did not work. After about an hour, a local person called us and gave us the correct code for the key. Loved watching the birds, good laundry facilities. Would write more positive but no more characters allowed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ O.

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

Unlimited View

Beautiful view, wonderful garden, and fruit for the picking, lots of room for the family to spread out, it was so nice to have everyone at the same location. A big thanks to Linda for all the help she provided. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Loved it!

This is our second time at this wonderful property and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

Beautiful property + accommodations

This is the second time we have stayed at the "Hideaway". It is a beautiful property. Very private and peaceful. There are 3 bedrooms detached from the main living area -- they provide privacy for everyone. The main living area is extremely comfortable. A decent kitchen, excellent BBQ and a beautiful deck/patio with a heated pool and hot tub. The views from the patio/deck and sunsets were spectacular. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessicah H.

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

Wonderful Spot!

After a little fumble with the check-in (word to the wise: make sure the pdf is legible in advance of later check-ins after a long day of travel 😅), the property was better than we could have imagined. A gorgeous paradise; I dontpp
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by DM Shroyer is Agent for the Owner, J Carder

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We live in Portland, Oregon most of the year, but love to escape to Kona during the mainland rainy season.. We love to share this unique, natural and magical space with our guests!

Why they chose this property

We chose this property for it's tranquil setting, view and climate - which is awesome at this elevation. The surrounding neighborhood has a laid-back feel, with coffee growers on the hill, even a chocolate 'factory' nearby. And, if you get your fill of peace and relaxation, 'Civilization' is only a few minutes away...

What makes this property unique

The Hideaway offers plenty of privacy, while still close and convenient to all amenities. Some of our guests compare it to staying at their own private spa retreat!

The main house (with it's 3 separate cabana/bedrooms - each with it's own full bed & bath), surround a beautiful courtyard.

On the surrounding grounds, we encourage our guests to explore the variety of lush foliage, flowers and trees. Retrieve ripe, available papaya, lime, and other fruits for a delicious tropical breakfast!

If you enjoyed the movie, 'Enchanted April', we think you'll love the Hideaway...

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