Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands
Escape to the Aloha State in style with this spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental home, perched high on the Kona coast with stunning views of Kailua Bay. Located just minutes from popular beaches like Magic Sands and Kahalu’u, this home provides easy access to swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and turtle watching! Drive into Kona or Keauhou for an oceanfront dinner, or taste the local flavors as you tour one of the nearby coffee plantations. There's truly something for everyone here!
-- THE PROPERTY --
*NOTE: Rates have been lowered for Iron Man during a week in October* *NOTE: This is a hosted rental*
Custom-designed with comfort in mind, this island home is just minutes from Kona town attractions, making it the perfect choice for families and friends seeking a quiet retreat with easy access to fun in the sun.
Bedroom 1 (Suite): California Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: California Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Pullout Bed
OCEAN-FACING LANAIS: Furnished upstairs lanai w/ ceiling fans, sun shades, and gas grill, lower level cement lanai w/ BBQ area, gas grill, several patio sets, and bistro table INDOOR LIVING: Open-concept great room, 6-person dining table, 4 flat-screen TVs w/ Spectrum cable, stereo, books, DVD player LOWER LEVEL: Direct lanai access, full kitchen, dining table, wet bar, additional sleeping space, second office area, piano, 'man cave' w/ flat-screen TV, privacy blinds, and lounge GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, boogie boards, snorkel gear, beach chairs, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, washer/dryer KITCHEN: Fully equipped, 4-person granite island, stainless steel appliances, electric oven w/ ceramic stove top, ice maker, kettle, toaster, toaster oven, drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, dishwasher, spices, cooking basics BEDROOM SUITE: California queen bed, lounging area, mirrored walk-in closet, jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, ocean-view lanai access FAQ: No A/C
-- THE LOCATION --
BEACHES: Magic Sands Beach Park (2.2 miles), Kailua Beach (4.8 miles), Manini’owali Beach (16.8 miles), Mahai'ula Beach (15.2 miles) SNORKELING: Kahalu’u Beach Park (2.9 miles), Kamakahonu (King Kam) Beach (3.9 miles), Kealakekua Bay (13.3 miles), Pae'a Beach (19.2 miles) KAILUA-KONA (3.5 miles): shopping, oceanfront dining, golf, tennis, theaters, nightlife, deep sea fishing charters, snorkel cruises, outrigger paddling, kayaking, swimming, parasailing PARKS/TRAILS: Walua Trail (1.5 miles), Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area (4.7 miles), Mauna Kea Summit & Observatory (66.4 miles), Volcanoes National Park (78.4 miles) COFFEE FARMS: Heavenly Hawaiian Kona Coffee Farms (5.3 miles), Hula Daddy Kona Coffee LLC (7.4 miles), Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation (11.6 miles), Sunshower Coffee (4.8 miles), Holualoa Kona Coffee Co (3.1 miles) AIRPORT: Kona International Airport (12.0 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --
Hawaii County Restrictions: - Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors - Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area - Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area - The STVR (short term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Rates have been lowered for Iron Man during a week in October - Please note that the property is not suitable for young children and infants - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This is a hosted rental - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 TA-173-151-8464-01, GE-173-151-8464-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Kailua-Kona
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Regal Keauhou are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Dovetail - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Studio 7 Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Magic Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Kailua Pier - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Don's Mai Tai Bar - 7 min drive
Sunset Kai Lanai - 6 min drive
Magics Beach Grill - 6 min drive
Shaka Tacos - 8 min drive
Sunset Terrace - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands on 31 Jul 2022 start from £192, 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 Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Custom-Built Kona Coast Home - Mins to Magic Sands located?
Located in Holualoa Village, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden, Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation. The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory and Magic Sands Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home was clean and has a wonderful hill top view of Kona. A few minor items needed attention which the host addressed quickly. I would stay in this home in the future if the opportunity arises.
Michael Bladow
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katherine Lash
8 Mar 2021
Amazing Views Perfect Spot
We absolutely lived our stay. The house and location was fabulous. Comfortable for my whole family, two daughters, one grandson, and my sweetheart. We snorkeled every day and did some boogie boarding. Our location was close to some great dining spots, but cooking dinner at home and eating out on the Lanai while watching the sun go down over the ocean.
Katherine Lash
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ian S.
4 Jan 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Wonderful location, frustrating experience
Great house and location overlooking the water with two spacious lanais, a large upstairs area to lounge and cook, and an equally large downstairs area. This place can definitely hold a large group of people comfortably. Located a short distance from the highway and about 20 min from Kona town, my group never felt like we had far to go to either hit a beach or hit the road to another part of the island. Neighborhood is quiet and residential, with Safeway, Walmart, and Costco a short drive away.
My three friends and I were excited to check-in here for our working vacation based on the amenities and photos listed, and unfortunately our experience fell short of what is advertised. Upon check-in, we did a quick check for wifi as all of us needed to work during our stay to discover that the modem was not functioning. We contacted the owner and it took a good deal of communication to emphasize that this was one of the reasons we rented the place and that we required it for work. I'll say he was relatively prompt on getting the ISP in to fix it up, but it required getting VRBO/Evolve involved. It also took almost a week to get the code to the padlock on the shed that contained the coolers and beach gear, which were rather dirty and we had to clean.
On the whole the place seemed clean enough but there were some notable issues. The master bedroom had a good bit of dirt in the corner of the room by the circular side table, and I was horrified to find the coffee maker had an extremely moldy filter & grounds in it when I opened it up on the first morning. Noting that the last review for the place was 10 months ago in Feb'20, I shuddered to think that it had been left there that long and what else could be left uncleaned.
The kitchen had pretty much all the gear we needed, however outside of salt & pepper, there were zero cooking basics, spices, or dishwasher/laundry soap, which we all purchased and supplied the house with. I noticed that was a recurring theme in the other reviews. We had emailed the property beforehand to ask what was there but never got a response.
All in all, a lovely location but definitely needs the owner to be little more involved for this to be a great stay vs a good stay with side of headaches.
We enjoyed our 2week stay very much. There were a few problems:
Had to buy toilet paper
The garbage disposal was broken
Propane in grill only lasted about 15 minutes
The remotes for the tv’s went bad in 2 of 3 rooms so we had to buy batteries.
Property manager lives in California. Didn’t know where battery charger was or it was not where he thought it was. Said to send bill and it would be reimbursed. Will do when we get back home. A local manager would be better.
In spite of these small issues we had a great time. I don’t remember if the listing mentioned there was no AC but it should I believe. Thanks lots. Chip Smith.
We were so pleased staying at Dok and Lisa's Kona house, everything was just as described or better! The layout was perfect for the six adults and (well behaved) toddler. We each had a room or area to call our own, as well as spaces to come together and enjoy each other's company like in the open kitchen and living room, or out on the lanai as we sipped morning coffee or watched the sunset. Fully equipped to make meals at home and just close enough to the restaurants of Kailua. Traffic in the area can be a beast at times, but we had no problem using the location as a jumping off point for numerous excursions to the sights of Hawai'i. We were provided a full list of helpful information about the rental as well as great suggestions (most with descriptions) for beaches, restaurants, activities, and other places of interest. Our family had such a great vacation on the Big Island and a lot of that had to do with staying here!
The family and I had a perfect time at the house. Large space and lanai to enjoy both inside and out. Lots of amenities and small touches that made our stay easy. A great location for the major attractions along the Kona coast.
This property had a great location. We were very close to the Holua Tennis Courts where we had a tournament. It was an 8 minute drive to the courts. The house was very clean, and the check in process was very easy.
Had everything that we needed except the bottom floor didn't have fans. And at night it was extremely hot, was unbearable for sleeping. We were there during record breaking heat spell and bought a floor fan and that made it bearable the rest of our stay. I think owners should invest in floor and ceiling fans.
Kim A.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
chin m.
4 Mar 2019
😉Home was very nice and so were the owner's. Were willing to keep an open line of communication's.
The house had a wonderful view,pluss It had everything you needed to make your vacation the way you wanted.I wish the owners well.Hope to meet them someday.
chin m.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth B.
10 Apr 2018
Kona Hawaii House on the Hill
Love the place we stayed at it was great had everything for your stay , great kitchen , 3 bathrooms lots of space to relax in ,the porch was to die for it over looked the ocean and you had the most beautiful sunsets. We were 5 min.. from the beach and 10 mi
n. from down town farmer market. I will tell all my friends about this place ,my son want to go back again .
Kenneth B.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Mahalo Nui Loa Ken,
We appreciate the review. More important we're glad you had a good time in Hawaii. When you're pleased we're pleased.
You are the epitome of a great guest!
Thank you for your offer to tell others. As a token of our appreciation, we would like to offer you or anyone you refer that books with us, a free night for each 6 nights on your all future stays.
Keep our contact info and, please, don't hesitate to reach out if we can help in the future.
Regards and we hope to have another chance to host you or your family or friends.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
P H.
9 Mar 2018
Great location, comfy & clean
Has everything a family needs who don’t want pool or by the water. Worked out perfectly for us with two little ones. Central to the sights and hosts are very nice.
P H.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Barb H.
4 Mar 2018
Living like kamaaina (a local) for a month!
We just spent a month here. The house had everything we needed to feel right at home. We particularly liked having the fully stocked kitchen plus the high-end washer and dryer came in really handy. Nice big flatscreen tv’s everywhere and a gas grill added to our enjoyment. There’s lots of room to spread out, too. Oh, and did I mention the views to the ocean are gorgeous and we loved watching the sunsets every night. Mahalo, Dok and Lisa!
Barb H.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Aloha John & Barb,
Your review made our day. We would love hosting you or your friends next visit to the Big Island.
Thank you for taking the time to put together your suggestions on how to improve the guest experience. We are in the process of implementing all of them.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
George & Lisa
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Grace M.
2 Jan 2018
Wonderful home for our vacation stay in Kona
We had two families of four stay at George's gorgeous home for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it. The home is spacious, lots of space upstairs and downstairs for the teenagers to hang out and the adults to do their own thing. The balcony view is great, along with sunsets everyday.
George was very accommodating and the house has a fully-equipped kitchen and dishware. The location is not far from downtown Kona and very convenient.
Mahalo, George!
Grace M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Aloha Grace!
We are glad our place met and exceeded your expectations and we appreciate the positive review. Please keep our contact info for future reference. As our way of saying thanks, you or anyone you refer to us that books directly with us will get a 10% discount on the rate of a future stay.
Best Regards and have a Healthy and Happy 2018!
George & Lisa.
Archival
2/10 Terrible
Mark K.
9 Oct 2017
Too hot to handle!!!!
Needed to buy 2 additional fans to try and cool the house so it was livable. Was not successful even though all windows were open and outside blinds were down in the afternoon. Master bedroom was the hottest and was extremely difficult to sleep. Strongly suggest finding a property a couple of hundred feet higher to get the cooling needed to enjoy your visit. Extremely disappointing for a 32 day stay.
Mark K.
Stayed 35 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
carol c.
20 Aug 2017
Amazing view
We had a very pleasant stay. The house is spacious and well decorated. The owner is responsive. There is a beautiful ocean view.
carol c.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
George D.
19 Aug 2017
Nice, nice place.... Great value!
The VRBO listing does not do this place justice. Everything was better than depicted. We absolutely loved our stay here. The hosts were exceptionally helpful. They are very knowledgeable and friendly and made the visit to Kona and the Big Island more enjoyable by sharing their knowledge. We enjoyed speaking with him and listening to his great suggestions about what to do on the island. The home was very comfortable, very clean house with everything furnished. The neighborhood was upscale and quiet. The neighbors were friendly. Doc and Lisa have put some thought into making guests feel at home. Their effort to make the stay as good as possible showed! We've stayed in dozens of vacation rental homes in locations around the world. This one ranks in the top 5% and we are planning to visit again next year. Many thanks to 'Doc' and Lisa for their wonderful hospitality.
George D.
Stayed 36 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Herbert B.
14 Jun 2017
Lovely days and nights
This was a most relaxing week for me and my friend,
. The house was beautiful, spacious and had all the amenities one could ask for on a vacation. The location was great. A few blocks from main highway. Also owner gave us lots if great tips for places to see and restaurants. Would definitely book this place again
Herbert B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
LiSA T.
14 Mar 2017
We enjoyed a lot!
We truly enjoyed ourselves in your beautiful and well appointed home. We found everything as described and can highly recommend this home if you want to stay in a luxurious accommodation.
Thank you for sharing it with the grateful Thomas Family.
Best wishes.
LiSA T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
George D.
18 Feb 2017
Struck Gold!
What a nice place! It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The views are 'to die for'. Boats, cruise ships, paddlers, surfers, dolphins, whales, Kona town (very pretty at night with all the lights) and some real wow sunsets. The owners, Dok and Lisa, were very friendly and helpful and good communicators. Can't say enough good about what a good choice this was. Will definitely stay there on our next visit to the Big Island..
George D.
Stayed 84 nights in Nov 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nicolas B.
24 Oct 2016
Nice time in Kona
Me and my family spent some very nice time in Kona. George and Elisa's rental is very well located with an awesome view on the Ocean. The house is fully equiped to feel like at your own home. It's a bit hot during the afternoon but you can then enjoy one of the island beach. I will probably be back there if I can go to big Island again !
Nicolas B.
Archival
8/10 Good
gerald f.
10 Mar 2016
Sunsets in paradise
A lovely home in a spectacular location. Located above the highway, the slightly higher elevation makes the climate just that little bit cooler and more comfortable, compared to the ocean level. We stayed in the lower level suite which is roomy and well ventilated, nicely furnished with a homey feel. Kitchen facilities are limited but we managed to prepare most of our own meals. The owners are helpful and friendly, and responded to all of our requests. The neighbourhood is quiet residential, so there is minimal traffic noise, unlike all the other places we have stayed. A very pleasant place to stay.
gerald f.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
11 Jan 2016
Beautiful
This home is a beautiful stay and experience. My pictures from the lanai don't do the sunsets justice. Everything in this home makes you feel like you're at home ,even better. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful but close enough to town, that shopping and dining are only minutes away. Would definitely return here on my next trip to the big island.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
TR,
Thank you so much for the nice review! Happy to hear you're thinking about coming back. Keep us posted on your plans. As of now, except for 1/18 to 1/25 and 2/11 to 2/18, the downstairs is yours from now until 3/8 when we head back to SoCal.\
Regards and Stay Happy and Healthy,
GD
Keep me posted on your plans so I can block off dates on the calendar.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
3 Jan 2016
Definitely coming back!
George and Lisa's beautiful home was truly our "home away from home." From the minute we walked in, we felt aloha spirit and were treated to a spectacular sunset view each evening from the beautiful lanai. The quiet neighborhood and central Kona location provided opportunities to explore both the neighborhood and the surrounding area with ease. We especially appreciated access to all the amenities in this home - George and Lisa have thought of everything which made our stay relaxing and easy. Staying here made our first trip to Kona a positive experience - we can't wait to return! Also, if you need a taxi ride anywhere, or would like a local tour, try Danny and Evelyn who own D & E Taxi Company - lovely people!
Kelly S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Matthew M.
28 May 2015
WOW..what a trip to paradise
We spent a week as at this wonderful residence in October. It is an open layout so the beauty of the ocean can be seen looking out the many windows. In front is a huge full length porch which we ate all our meals on as we enjoyed the breathtaking views. It is located in a residential neighborhood and the vegetation and colorful birds are breathtaking.
The home itself is spacious and ultra clean beyond many properties we have stayed at with all the modern amenities you could ask for. It is a five minute drive to beach and many restaurants but you feel you are in a very private location. We were given MANY great tips for seeing the island and restaurants that were outstanding by the gentleman that oversees the property. A big plus for first timers looking for some guidance. Ocean decorations adorn the entire property and the tile sea turtle tile in floor greets you at the front door:).
There are many adventures you can enjoy if you want but also a great place to relax and enjoy the views and wonderful home. Our dream is to return to this property and we would give it 10 stars if we could.
Matthew M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
23 May 2015
TomR
This home is located on the south side of Kona and is in a very quiet beautiful neighborhood. If you love to sit on a lanai and watch the sun sink into the Pacific this is the place for you. The home is beautiful and has all the amenities you'd want. The master bedroom is absolutely fantastic. Large walk in closet, very comfortable queen size bed and a fantastic huge jacuzzi tub. The second bedroom is wonderfully furnished and you can lay in bed at night and listen to the waves break on the shore way in the distance. I look forward to returning many times to enjoy this beautiful home and setting.