Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views

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A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a stone deck.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean and cityscape.
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the ocean.
A dining area with a glass table and chairs, a patterned rug, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bedroom 2 Ensuite

Guest Bedroom 3 Ensuite

Powder Room 1

Primary Ensuite

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, while Dovetail Gallery and Hulihee Palace are cultural highlights. Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 36 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ho'o Maluhia: Breezy Oceanview Retreat w/Private Pool and Stunning Views located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden, Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation. The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory and Dovetail Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with everything this family of 5 could need! We were able to cook and it felt like home
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad the home had everything your family needed and felt like a home away from home. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed cooking together and had such a comfortable stay. We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back with Gather for another memorable getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was top notch.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad everything felt top notch and that you had a wonderful stay. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another exceptional getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a beautiful location. Pool was lovely. View of the ocean is spectacular. House has beautiful Hawaiian art, and is comfortable for a large family. Nicely appointed. Ample storage space. Easy checkout. 100% would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad the home, views, and overall comfort made for such an enjoyable stay. It’s great to hear it was a perfect fit for your group. We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back with Gather for another memorable getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay

Clean, great sunset views
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2025
Thank you for your positive review, Josef. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, spacious place. Many amenities provided and it was an easy walk to those and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2025
Thank you, Laurie! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space, amenities, and easy access to the beach. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another relaxing getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kona stay

The place was great. One of the best I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2024
Thank you for the positive review, Gary. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience and that we were able to exceed your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pictures don’t do it justice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you, Julie! We’re so glad you had a great stay and that the home exceeded your expectations. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another amazing getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely 3 bedroom house in Kona

Lovely common areas, pool and ocean view. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2024
Patricia, thank you for your review! We love to hear that our amenities and views added to the enjoyment of your stay. We're looking forward to hosting you again for more delightful moments!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible view. Kitchen had everything you need to cook, bake, etc. Great grill on the patio. Great starter kit supplies which consisted of laundry pods, dishwasher pods, paper towels, toilet paper. Wonderful house overall and we would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the incredible view and found the kitchen, grill, and thoughtful starter supplies made your stay even more comfortable. It’s wonderful to hear the home had everything you needed and felt like a great fit overall. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another memorable and relaxing getaway in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for large group

All 7 enjoy the location, the deck, everything couldn’t have worked out better.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
Thank you, Fred! We’re thrilled to hear everything worked out so well for your group of seven and that the location and deck added to your experience. We at Gather would love to welcome you back for another fantastic stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home

This home was excellent, great view convenient location. We really enjoyed our time here
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Josh! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Venue

This property was just fantastic. Perfect for our family of 7 and well above our expectations. Fabulous views with different sunsets every night. Great location to activities in the Kona area. We cannot wait to stay here again!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Phil! We're so glad the home was a great fit for your family and exceeded expectations. Those ever-changing sunsets sound like a dream—can’t wait to welcome you all back for another amazing stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful scenery

The kids love the pool and the mango tree very spacious and clean and comfortable. Easy access to downtown, grocery shopping and local restaurants
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2022
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Radiance! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Great property, awesome views, close to downtown on the water. Pool was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, John! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the property and its stunning views. We're glad the pool was a hit as well. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another great experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent and Relaxing

This house was big enough for my whole family. It was so relaxing and a great home while we were in Hawaii.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2022
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Carla! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house

We loved every thing
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for leaving us a great review! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The view!

Amazing view and location! Perfect for our family of young children and grandparents. Quiet and walkable neighborhood. Communication with the rental company was superb and easy.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with an incredible view and location for your family vacation. It's great to know that the neighborhood was quiet and walkable, and that communication with the rental company was superb and hassle-free. If you ever plan to visit again, we'd be delighted to host you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect paradise vacation home

As you walk in, the view is breathtaking..The house was perfect. You can be sitting on the couch or lounging by the pool and always have a beautiful panoramic view. This house also was probably one of the cleanest homes I have ever vacationed in. Plenty of privacy, almost feels like your own oasis in paradise.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review of our property, Robert. We are thrilled to hear that you found the house to be the perfect oasis. We are grateful for the opportunity to have hosted you and hope you will consider returning in the future. Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Property was wonderful with an excellent view and everything we needed. Pool was so nice. Neighborhood was quiet. In & Out process was straight forward and simple.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience at the property and enjoyed the excellent view, amenities, and peaceful neighborhood. It's great to know that the check-in and check-out process was straightforward for you. If you ever plan to return or have more travel-related questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Safe travels, and may you have many more enjoyable stays ahead!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

November Escape

We really enjoyed our stay, communication with property management was excellent. Although the age of the home showed in some areas it was pretty well-cleaned and no critters! Kitchen is really well appointed. The views were stunning and the pool offered a great space to hangout after the beach to watch the sunsets.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the communication with the property management was excellent. It's great that you found the kitchen well-appointed and the views stunning. We appreciate your review and hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious house

The house was very clean and spacious - good for a big family or two families. Well appointed kitchen. Deck and pool area were great. Loved the outdoor shower. There are no stores/restaurants within walking distance, but the house isn't a far drive from town.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at our VRBO property! We're thrilled to hear that you found our house to be clean, spacious, and well-appointed. It's great to know that the deck and pool area were a hit with you and your family, and we're especially happy to hear that you loved the outdoor shower - it's one of our favorite features too! While we understand that there are no stores or restaurants within walking distance, we're glad to hear that the house is still conveniently located just a short drive away from town. Thank you again for choosing our property for your stay, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

We loved the property as it was easy to find and lovely location. Views and sunsets were amazing and made us feel humbled to be in this location. Even when it rained we were able to sit on the upper deck and take in the sights and sounds. Lots of birds singing at night and we would laugh at the clapping palm tree. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2023
thrilled to hear that you loved the property and enjoyed the amazing views and sunsets. It sounds like you had a truly memorable and peaceful experience. Nature's sights and sounds can be so rejuvenating. I'm sure the clapping palm tree added a unique touch to your stay! Your intention to return is a great testament to your positive experience. When you do, I hope you have another fantastic visit. Safe travels, and see you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unbelievable spot!

This property is bigger and better than the pictures. Not having A/C was never an issue for us, as the ventilation was great in the house. Incredible views, comfortable beds and a beautifully stocked kitchen. Thank you!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that the property exceeded your expectations and had a comfortable stay. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this property. The location was perfect, just a quick drive into town for restaurants, shopping, and anything else we needed. It still felt peaceful and private, with beautiful views all around.The home was super clean and really well taken care of. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook family meals, which made things easy and enjoyable. The layout is a bit unique, and getting to the backyard and pool means walking through a bedroom or going around the outside of the house, but it wasn’t a big deal for our family.The pool is a little older, but it was still a great feature and the kids absolutely loved it. They spent hours swimming and playing.Overall, the house was super comfortable and had everything we needed. We had a fantastic stay and are already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback! We’re so glad the home’s location, views, and well-stocked kitchen made your stay easy and enjoyable, and that your family loved the pool. It’s wonderful to hear the house felt comfortable and had everything you needed. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another fantastic stay whenever you’re ready!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect home for a perfect vacation

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 on the back patio provided for the most perfect evenings watching the sunset; and/or viewing it from the swimming pool. The management company was incredibly helpful and professional. We enjoyed our stay in this large home that was well located, comfortable, clean and well maintained. The mango tree out front provided an added yet another bonus to our perfect vacation.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Aloha and thank you for your wonderful review! You're welcome back anytime, please call our office to book your next trip to Kona.
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