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Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping!

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King Size Bed
King Size Bed
Living area
Kitchenette
Kitchenette

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Hawi, HI
  • Place, Big Island Eco Adventures 2
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kamehameha Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kamehameha Statue
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping!

James Cottage is a historic home that has been completely restored for our guests to enjoy. Located with in The Historic Puakea Ranch, your bungalow was once home to the paniolos who lived and worked at Puakea 100 years ago.

Ocean views, light filled, airy and surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, your bungalow is private, romantic and very relaxing. Avocados and mangos grow in your front yard. Watch the whales from your lanai with your morning coffee.

Soak on your private hot tub with a glass of wine and watch the sun set. Then rinse off in your detached bath house with ocean views while showering.

Wake up to ocean views, singing birds and the gentle breezes of Kohala, offering some of the freshest air in the world as it travels across 2000 miles of ocean before reaching North Kohala.

We are close to the best beaches, diving and hikes on the island.

Located a convenient 2 miles away from Hawi town with great local restaurants, grocery store with local fish, produce. So many local art galleries, unique shops and endless activities just a few min. away. Don't forget to hike down to black sand beach at Pololu Valley 9 miles north of the ranch. Unmatched purely Hawaiian beauty surrounds you in North Kohala.



Mahukona Beach Park: 4 min drive.
Lapakahai Historic Beach Park: 5 min. drive.
Spencer Beach Park: 15 min. drive
Mauna Kea Resort and Beach 20 min. drive
Puako Beaches: 25 min. drive.
Mauna Lani and Fairmont Resorts: 30 min. drive.
Waimea town: 30 min. drive.
Kona Air port: 50 min drive.



Keywords: Historic Cottage, studio, romantic, Hawaii studio, Vacation rental
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 first aid kit
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 GE-175-227-6992-01, TA-127-227-6992-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hawi

Located in Hawi, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Mookini Heiau and Kohala Historical Sites State Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Island Eco Adventures 2, or check out an event or a game at Rutgers Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2 - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kamehameha Park - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lapakahi State Historical Park - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kenjis House - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Kamehameha Statue - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kohala Rainbow Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gill's Lanai - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Coffee Mill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪King's View Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rising Tide Poke - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! ?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! on 8 Mar 2026 start from £284, 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 Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Cottage, Stunning Ocean Views, Whales are jumping! located?

This family-friendly Hawi cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mookini Heiau and Big Island Eco Adventures 2. Kenjis House and Mahukona Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

My husband and I just got...

My husband and I just got back from 5 fantastic days at Puakea Ranch. It is the perfect mix of luxury and rustic Hawaii and is very relaxing. We stayed in the James Cottage and it was great. This cottage is ideal for a couple looking for some time away in a serene setting with all the amenities. We cooked our own meals, rode horses, picked eggs from the Chicken Coop, explored Hawi and visited the beaches nearby. I would highly recommend Puakea Ranch if you are looking for an affordable getaway with all the charm that the hotels in Hawaii are missing. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Carole M., Brighton, Utah

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

Wonderful!

Amazing place! Lovely grounds with relaxing pool. Hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Cowboy House at Puakea Ranch

This historical property had everything we were looking for: a beautiful and peaceful rural setting, abundant birdlife, friendly ranch pets, a heritage cottage that delivered comfortable accommodation with everything we needed, our own bath house and jacuzzi, a large vegetable garden, fresh eggs from the ranch's hens, rich history, etc, etc, etc. Truly delightful; perfect if you need to get away from the stress of city life for a spell.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

James Cottage Stay

We stayed four nights at James Cottage and very much enjoyed our time and were not happy to leave. It is convenient to everything the Kohala area has to offer but seems miles and decades away from the usual tourist environment. We saw many whales jumping from the deck and enjoyed walking around the ranch and adjacent ranch land. The deck is also a great place just to read a book or enjoy a barbecue. As Christie says it's important to know this is a working ranch but where else can you walk a hundred yards and get fresh eggs direct from the producer! We look forward to visiting again..
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

A dream getaway!

My wife and I stayed here for a week in April. This is the most amazingly beautiful place I have ever been! The bungalows are very private and have wonderful views of the rolling hills and ocean. They are designed to be both luxurious and rustic. There is a detached bathroom that is absolutely amazing. It has these pebbled floors that message your feet, a shower that comes straight down from the ceiling and lots of beautiful wood. There is also a hot tub on the deck which is a perfect ending to a perfect day. The ranch itself has horses that you can ride and chickens where we got fresh eggs for breakfast every morning. This is truly a special place and one that we now plan on returning to every year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Having already stayed in ...

Having already stayed in another cottage on Puakea Ranch we were hooked. We loved the whole ranch, the spaciousness, the seclusion, the views of the ocean, the morning eggs from the chickens, the horseback riding, the classiness of the cottages. So, we moved to James Cottage, the only one open then. It is smaller with only 1 room but equally well appointed and comfortable. We still enjoyed sitting on the lanai - with plenty of room for inviting guests for wine and cheese and incredible views and loved being in the hot tub watching the stars. We would be happy to stay again in James Cottage - just to be on such a unique place as Puakea Ranch. Sooooo much nicer, yet equally as classy, as any resort we have ever seen!

About the host

Hosted by Christie

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Why they chose this property

This is the former Puakea Ranch last owned and operated by Mr. Richard Smart of Parker Ranch. Mr. Yoshi Kawamoto was the Puakea Ranch Foreman like is father and grand father before him. The ranch was purchased in 2002 by a local developer who re zoned the parcel to AG 20 allowing for only one home on this historic property. Through sheer will and determination, we transformed the dilapidated structures and worked with the county of Hawaii Zoning and Planning commission to recognize the homes and put the property on the historic register. A truly special place with 100's of years of people making memories here.

What makes this property unique

Very private setting. Only 4 cottages on 33 ac. Private hot tub. Close to Hawi and Pololu Valley hike. Locally owned Grocery store, restaurants, shops, art galleries in Hawi and Kapaau. Chef service, and massages available on site. Elopements, weddings, special events

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