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Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit

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Lanai Sunset - B&K's Condo @ Kona Reef
Lanai View - Wide Angle
Living area
Living Room
Living Area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2611 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Honl's Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit

Watch the Surfers from Your Lanai - Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit

Light and Airy with direct Ocean Views from the Lanai, Living and Kitchen areas. Large Ocean Front 611 square foot condo with a full 128 square foot Lanai.

This fully equipped Ocean Front 3rd floor condo is located in the low-rise popular Kona Reef complex (Unit A26). Just steps to the Ocean and the white sand beach park next door. It has a short 3 minute walk to shops, open markets and restaurants in the picturesque town of Kailua-Kona. There is free parking for renters (both open or covered), elevators, air conditioning and secured DSL internet access (WIFI).

The Kona Reef complex offers an Oceanfront Pool, Jacuzzi / Hot Tub, Gas Grills and Pool Side Dining area.

Remodel completed December, 2018.

Please note we have a 5 night minimum rental requirement. (4 Night Min during Summer Season / 10 night minimum for the annual Ironman Competition dates / Other exceptions based on available calendar openings)

2026 will be an interesting year at Kona Reef. There will be Spauling repair occurring throughout the complex, starting in January - March with work being done on buildings A&B (directly impacting our unit). As work moves on through the year the direct impact will be less, but noise and dust can be anticipated during working hours of 8-5 M-F (great time to schedule enjoying seeing the island). The prices on the Calendar have been discounted from 10% to 50% from regular rates based on the amount of impact to our renters anticipated.


STVR Registration Number: STVR-19-345089


Keywords: Condominium
Ocean Front
Vacation Home
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
No Smoking Allowed In Unit or on Lanai!
All people staying at the unit need to be registered with the owner. Names, address of primary renter and cell phone numbers are required.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number TA-169-881-3952-01, GE-169-881-3952-01, 750180710020

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. 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

  • Honl's Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kailua Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit on 1 Jun 2026 start from £177, 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.

Is Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Surfers & Sunsets-Kona Reef Ocean Front Unit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Historic Kailua Village condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Honl's Beach and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kamakahonu Beach and Kailua-Kona Wharf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view in a quiet condo complex. Lots of amenities, clear instructions, easy process. Would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was provided in full. Bathroom was very nice. Balcony had a great view. Beach was right next door. Watch the spinner dolphins and turtles from the balcony. Very clean.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Great Cono

Super location and views. Very well stocked.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna b.

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

Perfect beachfront amazing view!

This places was amazing it had lots of extras, beach items, kitchen accessories, spices. Short walk to town. We loved this place and will def come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Amazing

Super perfect location. Everything is walkable. So so so many things to do in this location. Would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Fabulous condo

We really enjoyed our stay at Bruce's condo. It was exactly as depicted and described. Everything we needed for our five night stay was provided, there were even snorkel gear and boogie boards for our use. The balcony was wonderful, we spent a lot of time out there enjoying the view of the surf.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle Y.

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

Kona Reef

Love the location of the condo! The view was spectacular! Bruce was great with communication. My only concern was the cleanliness of the kitchen and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Beautiful condo, perfect location.

You can't beat the view! Love the proximity to town. Condo was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Great view and location

This condo can't be beat for location, location, location, amenities & comfort. All of these combined to make an excellent visit. And of course the view from the lanai is awesome.

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

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

Perfect location

Great condo with unbeatable view! Bruce was excellent with communications. Amazing stay, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JERRY C.

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

Highly recommend

Great oceanfront property. Clean, well stocked, and conveniently located. We loved the beautiful view from the lanai.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre O.

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

Best view

The balcony was the best part of our stay. What a view.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Kona

Walking distance to many great restaurants big plus. Beautiful view for sunsets. Loved all the extras for beach, such as chairs, umbrella, boogie boards and more! Would definitely return! Well stocked kitchen also very helpful!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Val H.

Beautiful vacation

The apartment was well equipped, plenty of supplies and beautifully situated with amazing views over the ocean. I would recommend it and will definitely stay there again. Val & Mike England.

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Excellent location and views!!

Couldn’t ask for a better view on the private lanai located in walking distance to many of the stores and restaurants. The condo had everything we needed for a comfortable stay (14 days), including pool and hot tub on site. A great little beach right next door. Watched spinner dolphins while drinking our morning coffee right from the lanai!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Nice view

Great patio, nothing between it and the shoreline. Sunset over the water. The unit was fine, bring coffee. Small rocky beach next to the property, good for getting wet. Pool area is nice. Surfing out front most days. Nothing really walkable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margot S.

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

A great location.

We stayed for 5 nights in Bruce’s condo in Kona-Kailua. It was well equipped with everything we needed to make our trip comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. We got use of the pool on several occasions. Restraunts and shops within walking distance. The view is spectacular! I would recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair R.

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

Amazing location with great views and amenities!

Overall the condo felt like our little home on the Big Island! We were very impressed with the location and the views from the oceanfront balcony were amazing! Also we really appreciated all of the stuff available in the condo - beach chairs, towels, boogie boards, appliances, washer/dryer - everything we needed for a great vacation! The area had so many great things within walking distance - restaurants, shopping and the farmers market (and Walmart/Costco was a short drive!). Also the host was super quick to respond to our request and other questions. A great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

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

Perfect place! Perfect owner!

Extremely friendly owner who communicated well throughout that process. Condo had everything my 13 year old son and I needed. View is even better than the pix. Literally a few feet from the ocean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great location & amenities

It was our first time to the Big Island! This was a perfect location. We had everything and more in the condo- little things like zip lock bags and big things like plenty of extra towels, comfortable bedding, & laundry detergent. We appreciated the condiments in the fridge and water-filter pitcher. We had a car so we could visit other beaches, but we also walked to the main drag for dinner and drinks. So glad we stayed here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

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

Perfect place, super views, super clean and quiet!

5 Star Stay! Location is beautiful, waves constantly breaking, views are spectacular! Super clean, quiet and absolutely everything you need is in this condo. The beach chairs are able to hold a lot and are a joy to use. Property is beautifully and quietly maintained, along with the sparkling pool and grill areas. This will be your new get away place in Kona! Great communication with the owner, lots of information and everything we needed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P S.

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

Well appointed condo in absolutely amazing location!

As soon as we walked in and heard the surf we knew we’d picked the right place for our stay. The lanai is as good as it gets for oceanfront coffee, sunset cocktails, and everything in between. The complex has a nice pool, hot tub, and grill area that we enjoyed using. The condo itself is updated and had everything we needed in the kitchen and laundry for a week’s stay (and longer of only we could). The complex is a short walking distance to downtown Kailua-Kona restaurants, shops, and bars, and there is a beautiful little public beach next door. What more could you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ron V.

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

The photo is the actual balcony view

Great place. Clean. Cozy. Well stocked. Almost every conceivable utensil in the kitchen. Everything works. Nice extras like snorkel equipment and boogie boards. Lanai is very private overlooking beautiful rocky cove. Had breakfast and dinner every day out there. Bruce is a great host that gave us all the info we needed for our stay. I hope to stay there again next trip to the Kona coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Russ M.

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

On the water views

Enjoyed being within 100ft of the shoreline from our room. Unobstructed 180 ocean views. The property is tired and in need of lots of lip stick ( paint, loose walkway tiles. When you run this many people through a condo complex it requires a commitment to maintain it at a desirable level. This high level of commitment is absent at Kona Reef. If you have to say the words “it’s not that bad”, it needs work and is that bad. If the property condition matched its location with ocean front living It would be a winner. Tough love from an honest guest
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bruce Ahrendt

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Bruce & Karrie Ahrendt..

Currently living in Bellingham, WA. Bruce retired from the BLM-Salem District and Karrie from the State of Oregon. We're both very involved with activities at church and in Volunteering for different organizations.

Karrie is originally from Mililani, Hi on the island of Oahu. After 30+ years she's slowly making her way back to Hawaii.

Why they chose this property

We chose the Big Island for it's more relaxed/laid back atmosphere, not to mention the many activities available on the Big Island.

Kona Reef Condos was the logical choice for a vacation rental location. Easy access to the entire Big Island as well as easy walking distance to downtown Kailua, Kona (it's shops, restaurants and Farmer's Market), as well as the beaches and other activities along Alii Drive.

What makes this property unique

Kona Reef complex comes with a well maintained Jacuzzi and swimming pool, gas grills and a central outdoor dining area with free wifi.

Our unit is located right on the ocean front. The lanai lets you enjoy relaxing or eating while watching the surfers, sea turtles, whales and spinner dolphins or possibly just a front row seat for the Hawaiian sunset.

We try and make our place feel a bit more like a home than just someplace you would rent to stay in. We provide those little extras like snorkle gear, a cooler, beach chairs, beach umbrella, sunscreen, boogie boards, even a pair of binoculars to get a better view of the ships as they sail past. For those needing internet access we have a private, secured wifi router for use inside our unit or on the lanai.

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