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Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II

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New kitchen, granite counters, fridge, gas stove-everything to make great meals
40 inch flat screen TV, cable and WI-FI
Private kitchen
Room
King bed with quality linens.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Honl's Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kona Inn Shopping Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kona Farmers Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II

Welcome to Kona Shores, a charming complex situated on Alii Drive, along the Hawai‘i Scenic Byway (Ala Loa Foot Trail). Just one mile from downtown Kailua-Kona, this well-maintained ground-floor condo offers easy access to shopping, restaurants, and beautiful beaches.

Features included:

Oceanfront pool & BBQ area – perfect for relaxed island living.

Fully equipped kitchen – full-sized appliances, gas stove, ice maker, built-in microwave, custom cabinets & new granite countertops.

Comfortable & spacious layout – designed for relaxation and convenience.

Split-system A/C – stay cool in the Kona heat.

King-size bed & queen pull-out sofa – unwind and recharge in comfort.

Flat-screen TV & high-speed Wi-Fi – stream your favorite shows with ease.

Assigned parking – conveniently located right next to the unit.

Whether you're here for adventure or relaxation, this condo provides all the comforts of home in an unbeatable location, just minutes from historic Kailua Village.

Book your stay today and experience the best of Kona Shores!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Smoking outside only.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-008-441-6512-01, GE-008-441-6512-01
Property # 732798vb
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
This property uses solar energy
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the ocean, this condo is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua-Kona Wharf and Swing Zone are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and horse riding.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Honl's Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kona Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. Michael The Archangel Church - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kailua Pier - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II on 27 Aug 2026 start from £94, 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 Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Hawaiian Vacation Starts Here! II located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Honl's Beach, Kona Inn Shopping Village and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Farmers Market and Moku‘aikaua Church are also within 2 miles (3 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. 171 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! Great location… close to many great restaurants and shops!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo is clean and comfortable. Beautiful view from the pool. Spinner Dolphins can be seen from time to time. Conveniently located to Kona restaurants and shops. Beaches nearby as well. Will go back.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, well supplied.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karri & Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! We felt so welcomed. It was very clean and had many extras (spices, condiments, etc) in the kitchen which was so nice. The fully stocked beach gear was a huge plus! Thank you for such a great experience on our first-but not last-trip to Hawaii!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JL H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved dealing with Vicki! She was very helpful and responsive to all of my inquiries! The condo was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Great stay

We had a really great experience staying here and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stone Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location great amenities couldn’t be happier
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was in a perfect location. It was very clean and had clear instructions. It was very homey and Vicki was very nice and communicative. We absolutely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

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

Great Stay

Really enjoyed our stay the place fit our needs really well. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

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

Great location

Amazing location in Kona - great place to stay - will do again someday. Clean and adorable with lots of extras to play at the beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay at Kona Shores. Beautiful pool side sunsets. Comforts of home while on vacation - great place to relax after a day of diving and sunshine. Easy communication with host. Second time with Vicki's condos at Kona Shores and it's just nice to be in a rental that is done right.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Short n sweet

We loved the place and will definitely be back!Thank you for checking in on us during the Tsunami
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc Andre P.

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

Great place

Really enjoy the place
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure having you back Marc-Andre! We are looking forward to seeing you again next year! A hui hou!! Vicki
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenlynn E.

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

Wit was our first visit to the Big Island and was a great experience

We werevery comfortable and loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean good communication great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was amazing ! The property was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, orderly.Host was prompt in responding; very pleasant on the phone. Patient.Home's location placed us centrally to the area...enjoyed exploring various spots on the coastline as well as in the higher elevations.Green Flash Cafe was a find; thank you, Vicki.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beckie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect.Absolutely everything we needed to have an incredible trip! We grabbed the beach chairs in the morning for beach swims and in the evening for sunset! The property is lovely and the flowers perfume the air around you. Many thanks for your hospitality and for thinking of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are so thankful to have Vicki as our host. Very clean unit inside and out. Easy to communicate. Unit was complete of things you need for kitchen and beach accessories. She really take good care of the unit and her clients. We will definitely use her unit again. Thank you so much. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Perfect place

We were so sad that we only stayed 2 nights here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Hope to have you back for longer Hannah! mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher B.

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

First trip

Great location, very clean and super convenient to restaurants, beach, snorkeling, tours or just hanging out at the oceanfront pool. Laundry conveniently located on the premises. Short walk to all the fun. Looking forward to our next trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Thanksgiving

Great place to stay, met up with friends over the holiday and was a nice visit!!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Always a pleasure to have you stay! Mahalo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cute and very clean place I loved it. Has everything you need and more. Can't wait to stay again, Vicky is a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xinfei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, easy access to anywhere in Kona area. Host has stocked up everything you need for the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Kona stay

The property is in a great location with a well stocked unit will be back
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vicki Vaughan

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My partners and I found this sweet little condo right next door to their condo and we dove in together! I have lived in Kailua-Kona for over 20 years and cannot imagine being anywhere else! I love where I live and sharing that with visitors has been the best "job" I could have! Much aloha from us all!

Why they chose this property

Nestled along the scenic Alii Drive, this condo is just minutes from downtown Kailua-Kona village. With year-round sunshine and breathtaking beaches, the beauty of this side of the island is truly unmatched. Kailua-Kona is a special place, and we feel incredibly blessed to share our little piece of paradise with you!

What makes this property unique

This property boasts an unbeatable location with easy access! Enjoy convenient amenities, including on-site laundry facilities, assigned parking, and high-speed Wi-Fi. A bike rental station is right across the street, making it easy to explore the area. Just a short walk from your unit, you'll find the oceanfront cabana and pool—perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying breathtaking coastal views.

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