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PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Puakō Petroglyph Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Immerse yourself in paradise at our tranquil completely restored vintage beach cottage. We're located in Puako, the only beachfront community on the Kohala coast on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Puako was an ancient fishing village and is now known for its green sea turtles, colorful tropical fish and spectacular sunsets. If you're vacationing during the winter months, watch for the humpback whales that return every year to romp and play.

The weather here is sunny year-round. There's easy access to ocean beaches, ancient petroglyphs, spectacular golf courses, shopping, world-class resorts and fine dining.

Private parking and entry to property, surrounded by lush greenery and private yard setting.
2 bedrooms (2 Queen-sized beds) View Photos. The second bedroom is shared with the open living area which makes a comfortable living space.

Halekawikapuako has always adhered to strict cleaning procedures, such as cold fogging and total surface cleaning and disaffecting, for your and our safety and comfort ...
1 bathroom with New custom built tile shower
and a private garden full body shower and foot wash(for beach sand), private !
dining room
spacious fully equipped kitchen
living room with TV/Cable/Stereo-Dish radio station
Internet connection
2 lovely lanai (front deck and back lanai)
directly across the street from the ocean
easy access to the shoreline
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Kid damage will be charged
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Events

No events allowed
All parties and events must pre approved
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Pets

No pets allowed
Service animals must be pre approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Front deck no buts on ground or off grounds
price point is for 4 guest, extra guest is at $25 each additional body.....per night,

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
Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-019-160-2688-01, 690060320000, GE-019-160-2688-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point 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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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puakō Petroglyph Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Puako Bay - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 16 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lagoon Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast at Water's Edge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

As of 17 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning on 20 Jun 2026 start from £169, 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.

How much is parking at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Puako Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Puako Bay and Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course 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. 236 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful as always
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a comfy home and a wonderful neighborhood. A relaxed Christmas with new friends.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John & Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The host was there to welcome us when we arrived to show us everything we needed to know about the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. Great check in. Very comfortable and great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the nicest vacation rental. We’ve stayed in in PuakoThe property is really well put together and beautiful, and the host are wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ㅣAbsolutely loved the property. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked. David gave us great info at check in. Paulo Beach is magical!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, well appointed home. Very nice kitchen. Everything in good repair and great AC! This was our third time staying here, wonderful every trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Comfortable, great air conditioning. Quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The vintage beach cottage was immaculately clean and had all updated kitchen appliances. The covered lanai and outdoor utility sink were great spots for us to wash and dry our wetsuits. We loved the outdoor shower. Lots of hot water! The cottage is spacious, and has one bedroom with a comfortable bed and another queen sized bed off of the living area. Lots of livable interior space. The front lanai is lovely and private for sitting outside.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia O.

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

Great Spot

Can’t beat the location - quiet, private and close to great beaches. Owners were friendly and welcoming. Cottage was well-stocked and exceptionally clean. We loved our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed 12 nights and absolutely loved it! Puako is a hidden gem on the Big Island. The house was so comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed waking up to the sound of the birds each morning, seeing all the geckos, and looking out for other wildlife (mongooses, wild pigs, etc). We were just a short walk from the ocean and tons of world class snorkeling. We also spent a lot of time at nearby Waialea Beach (also amazing). Literally no complaints, except we wished we could have stayed longer! Thank you David and Kim.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisha W.

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

Lovely time in Puako

Cottage was a great place to stay and close to some of the best beaches on the island!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

The ideal place for a family

David was a lovely host and provided a generous welcome with tips on the local flora. The house is simple in the best way - utterly relaxing and with all you need. The location is spectacular for snorkeling because you can walk to the best spots and shower in the outdoor shower after. The cottage is charming with thoughtful updates (AC) and is impeccably maintained.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and fully stocked. The place is even cleaner and nicer in person than we expected from the posting. The AC is solid, which is nice considering how humid HI can be.Dave was also great, he gave us a tour on check in. He pointed out the lovely fruit-bearing and flowering plants in the yard.We were also close to a public beach access where we could watch the sunset and see fish, crabs, and honu (sea turtles) (see beach photos).Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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

Winter getaway

Very clean, very comfortable and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Vintage Cottage

Excellent.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary a.

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

Cute cottage

Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. The host and hostess were especially gracious and allowed us to visit with their pet pigs. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Heaven on earth

Great location, amazing hosts. Several beach access spots within a 5 min walk. House is great, plus you have a lanai in back and front deck is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Enjoy
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Beach house

Great place, just as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Perfect Stay!

We had a great time, it was perfect! Mahalo! Would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

THE BEST vacation spot ever!

This vintage cottage was the ideal place to be! Lovely home, clean, well-stocked, great amenities, communicative and friendly host, and most beautiful, relaxing, beach location on the island!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Our Favorite Place!

This cottage and it’s location is perfect in every way. We love the quiet, peaceful location and the beauty surrounding it, the ability to walk to wonderful snorkeling locations, and the peaceful community of Puako. The cottage itself is extremely comfortable annd Dave annd Kim have provided every convenience needed. We have made many visits and it is always spotlessly clean. Dave and Kim are wonderful hosts and we hope to be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margie g.

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

Terrific cottage - best choice

Booked a stay for medical conference- I enjoyed staying here more than resort. Perfect for 2 couples or family. Spacious with large rooms. Very private. Quiet relocation walking access to shore/tide pools/sunsets/coastal hiking. Quick drive to beautiful beaches. Hosts are excellent
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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

wonderful people and wonderful place to stay

Everything about the house and hosts were just the best of the many places we've stayed. We didn't want to leave. They do a great job, and the kitchen is great for cooking, the location beautiful, and on and on. It is a special placeWe are seniors, and it was a comfortable place for us, and the ocean and wildlife were magical there. .
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Great location. Great hosts.

The house is a great size with 2 lanais. It was very clean, and the hosts were available when needed. It was a fantastic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kim or David

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Why they chose this property

It's just that Puako is such a rare and special place and to have a chance to Live Work and Play in this area for many years now, We count our blessings, Mahalo David & Kim

What makes this property unique

Other than LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION, I would say;The fact that the property had an original !940's Beach cottage which was worth saving and we wanted to continue giving folks a chance to enjoy this incredible area and in the style of an earlier Hawaii that helped to make this a special choice for us Mahalo David & Kim

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