Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap.

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 352.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Waimea, HI

Hapuna Beach State Park11 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach12 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course16 min drive
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful cottage getaway at the reef. Enjoy a slice of Hawaiiana in the heart of the South Kohala Coast. Quiet, midcentury modern, newly refreshed cottage just steps from sand beaches, lava tidepools, snorkel, dive, swim, boogie, nap, picnic, beachcomb, walking, cycling, more napping? A truly special spot unlike any other on the Big Island. Aloha! Required: Government issued ID, 2 positive reviews and agreement to House Rules in order to confirm booking request.
We are located in a beautiful, quiet, residential neighborhood, on the reef, at the South Kohala coastline. 1.5 blocks to Puako General Store for snacks, sandwiches, drinks, ice and more. 2 miles to Wailea Bay (great snorkeling), 4 miles to sandy Hapuna Beach (swim, boogie, walk, jog, sunbathe), 9 mi to Waikoloa Beach Resort, 7 mi to Mauna Lani Resort-both offering shopping, dining, and beach access. 30 min from the airport, 45 min from Kona/Kailua and 30 min to wonderful Waimea (farmers market, fine dining, shopping, Kona Coffee, cool down). We provide; beach chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, beach towels. Unparalleled hiking in our 13 climates, 5 volcanos, two of which are the tallest mountains on earth, over 4000 square miles to explore. Uncrowded and unspoiled. Night skies of constellations, comets, meteors, without light pollution just outside your backdoor. Tropical birds, neighborhood turkeys, turtles, whales and porpoise, manta and abundant sea creatures.
We do have a television, however, if the tv is broken or the remote is lost it may not be repaired during your stay. Mahalo.

Property manager

Elizabeth

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Sweet smelling Plumeria in the back yard

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check out time11:00. All trash removed by guest to the dump on Beach Drive. No parties, extra guests, fires, smoking. Quiet time: 10pm to 7a.m. Mahalo

Please be mindful of AC use. Turn off when away, lower outdoor and indoor blinds, close windows. Mahalo.

Garbage. On Puako Beach Drive, we all go to the dump down the road. No garbage stored or left onsite. Dump Hrs. T/F/Sun 6am to 6 pm. Mahalo

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

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property Registration Number TA-117-823-7440-01, GE-117-823-7440-01

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Hapuna Beach State Park and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride 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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Waimea, HI

What's nearby

Waialea Beach - 6 min drive
Hapuna Beach State Park - 11 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 16 min drive
Mauna Lani Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Kona Tap Room - 17 min drive
Lagoon Grill - 18 min drive
Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - 12 min drive
Island Hopper Taproom - 14 min drive
Tommy Bahamas Tropical Cafe - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap. located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Puako Bay and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hapuna Beach State Park. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

28 Feb 2024

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

On island for a baby shower.

Super easy check in check out process. Location in Puako is a favorite spot for sure. Little Puako Store has everything you’d need. We’ll definitely be back.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

7 Jun 2023

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

Great little cottage!

The property is immaculately detailed from appliances to artwork to furnishings. Being tucked into its own little lot across from the shoreline provides the ability to enjoy the Big Island while minimizing exposure to the large tourist crowd. It is perfectly sized for a couple! We thoroughly enjoyed barbecuing fresh fish daily on the grill and relaxed to stars at night. Wonderfully relaxing!!!

Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

29 Jan 2023

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

Puako Beach Rocks!

Great location if you want to be near the beach! Puako has several beach access points, each with their own charm for hanging by the water - a lot of Lava/coral so do not expect "swimming beaches". Head to the end of the road to the park for fabulous sunsets! House was as it looked - newly remodeled and quite charming. As the photos indicate, the bedroom is completely open to the living room. Furniture is not the most comfortable and a dresser would be handy. The location does not allow for much of a breeze so the AC is very handy. House was outfitted nicely - kitchen utensils, beach chairs, etc. Also, plenty of soap, tp, etc for our 2-week stay. Enjoy!

Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., San Francisco Bay Area

21 Aug 2022

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

Peace in Puako

Beautiful home, steps from the water. Well-equipped kitchen, plenty of beach gear, gorgeous, peaceful front- and backyards. Perfect home and location for our stay in Puako. Photos are accurate!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

Why they chose this property

Aloha! If you are looking for a sweet place to unplug, away from crowds, in nature, at the beach, in a quiet residential (not resort), location, we are a good fit. If you need services, concierge and nightlight other than sunset, birds, beach, whales, we are not that profile. We do not have a TV and have room for 2 adults +1 young adult, maximum. Puako is on the hot and dry side of the island. We are not in the tropical rain forest. If you have been to Puako, you know what a unique and truly special location this is. We have a very large and private backyard adjacent to the state forest. The front yard is large with an amazing Monkey Pod tree providing shade throughout the day. We are directly across the street from the reef/ocean. Our building is original Hawaiiana, refreshed in 2020, and humble. We hope you enjoy your visit as much as we love this hidden treasure.
Mahalo
Elizabeth