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Exterior
Beach
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Kamuela,, HI
  • Place, Waialea Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach

The much loved and well appointed Lalamilo Beach House is ideally located on the north end of Waialea Bay (Beach 69) which is known for its beautiful white sand beach and turquoise blue water.

Three bedrooms in the main house each have their own private bathroom and you can see the ocean and beach directly in front of you. It is the most ideal location!

The plantation-style, main house was designed for beach goers of all ages. It features an expansive great room, a fully-equipped kitchen with large central island and counter seating, a dining table with seating for up to 10 guests, a card/game table and a large Punee for lounging in the traditional Hawaiian style. There is also a generous sun deck with an outdoor dining area and ample seating for sunbathers and stargazers alike. The long, shaded lanai leads to the home's three bedroom suites, each boasting stunning mauka and makai views as well as the sounds of the sea.

The separate, second story 1 bedroom/1 bath Guest house offers its own lanai, living room and master suite, as well as mauka views of the world famous volcanoes - Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. The Ohana Guest House sleeps 2 adults and 2 kids comfortably.

Note: all interior spaces are fully-screened protecting you and your little ones from any tropical insects.

Nearly one half acre of beautiful, mature, tropical landscaping. The plumerias are so plentiful, in fact, that guests can string together their own leis daily. The large, green lawn leads directly onto the beach and provides the perfect spot to play badminton, volleyball, store beach toys, or host a small gathering. There is also a hot water, outdoor shower that makes coming in from a long swim or snorkel truly pleasurable.

Catering, housekeeping and massage services can be made available throughout your stay for an additional charge.

STVR-19-366286 // NUC-19-1899

Transient Accommodations# TA-015-222-7840-01

Starting January 1, 2026, Hawaii's Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) will increase from 10.25% to 11%. All guests booking in advance for 2026 reservations will be charged for the increased tax rate once it goes into effect.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-015-222-7840-01, 3660020050000, GE-015-222-7840-01
Property # 841204vb
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.
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Puako

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rutgers Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Anna Ranch Heritage Center. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Kamuela,, HI

What's nearby

  • Waialea Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Puako Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Puako Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hālani - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach on 14 May 2026 start from £1,470, 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 Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Beachfront Home! Waialea Bay Beach House on White Sand Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waialea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Hāpuna Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy and comfortable - a great house with excellent access to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur P.

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

Wonderful family stay

Near perfect stay for us. Hostess was very helpful and accommodating. We plan to stay here next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best rental I have experienced this far. The home is central with a wing of bedrooms. The host was phenomenal and flexible with check in and check out. I’m so sad to leave
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bari r.

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

Yes! Yes! Yes!

This place is a gem. Everything about our stay was perfect. The place is well stocked with beach gear. The kitchen was large and well-equipped. The beach was shady and calm. We were all very, very happy here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald N.

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

Special place

Think Hemingway, add in a gorgeous beach with incredible sunsets. Its here, accommodations are equal to its surroundings, matured and dated with Hawaiian history. Open aired with all the modern conveniences needed to enjoy this unique place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

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

Incredible location and property

This house was amazing for our family of eight and grandma and grandpa! The location is incredible and we will stay here again some year!!!!! The whole setting is a 10, but does have a few minor things to be aware of. The beach access is also part of a state park and can get really crowded, because it is an awesome location for snorkeling, SUP (use the owner’s referral to Evan for SUP & kayak rentals: HE WAS AWESOME to rent from) and hanging out. The house is well kept, but has it’s little things like the screen doors needed constant attention or our poor attention to detail that if you leave the property after 8pm to 7am, you have to use the secondary gated exit (we almost missed our fishing boat. Again, our mistake and the house contact was great to deal with) Other awesome bonus stuff was the storage room full of beach chairs, masks/snorkels/fins and a few fishing poles. Simply put, this house and location is second best place I have stayed in my life, after a safari tent resort in Africa! Mahalo!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Above expectations

Pictures can be deceiving, but this piece of paradise was quite above our expectations. As 28 year old son said “ this is the best vacation ever” no more needs to be said!🎉
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay! You were first class guests. We hope you will be back soon. Mahalo!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

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

Want to live here

Our extended family loved this property. Everything about it was perfect for us. Grandparents, two daughters and son in laws, five grandchildren. Each family had a place for themselves, plenty of bathrooms, great beach access, abundance of beach toys and chairs. Kitchen was perfect for all our cooking needs, thanksgiving dinner, birthday cake. I may delete this and write a mediocre review so we can have a good chance of getting this house again. Only drawback was stickers on the path to the beach from the trees. Truly our little piece of paradise.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

50th wedding anniversary and reunion

The house is well equipped with great access to a beautiful beach. The house also has nice plantings and good privacy. If I stay there again I shall deal directly with Lelani the realtor not though Vrbo. The beach itself is sandy and picturesque but is often crowded during the day. In the early morning and evening it is quiet. Morning and evening are the best times for snorkeling.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

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

Heaven on Earth

Pictures do not do this place justice...the location and having private access to the beach is amazing! Waialea Bay is gorgeous! The beach house is well stocked and very comfortable. We can't wait to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

Loved it!

Its a beautiful place. We weren't disappointed. The beach is very peppered with large trees that lay on the sand, so not a typical beach, but it is RIGHT outside your front yard!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Terrific

As always this was the perfect house for our extended family. It is such an easy comfortable place for all of us -from 4 year old to 77 year old - to be and to enjoy the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

Perfect

We brought our entire family to the Great Island, including 3 under the age of 3! This property is like staying at your own boutique hotel. The kitchen is definitely the most well stocked of any property we have rented in the past. The bath towels and beach towels are plush and plentiful. We all so enjoyed walking across our yard right to the beach and into the ocean. We liked this property so much that we already checked the calendar for this week next week and alas...it is already booked.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Want to stay forever

I'm always hesitant to let people know about Waialea Bay, but anyhow... Lalamilo is a wonderful house. Besides its amazing location, it has tons of style and is incredibly comfortable. We loved it and only wish we could have stayed longer. That, and it would have been pretty cool to be like the photos in the home that show folks arriving by sampan in the 1940s. Must have been heaven. It still is.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Wonderful

Great time!! The accommodations were open and spacious. The best supplied place we have ever stayed. Steps to the beach. Lots of beach toys. Thank you Leilani
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

Great House and Location!

The accommodations and location were excellent! We had quick access to the beach and plenty of space inside and outside of the house to rest, relax and spend time together. The three bedrooms in the house, as well as the cottage, provided comfortable and private space for each of the four couples during our one-week stay. Leilani’s response to our few questions was timely. You can’t beat this great house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jac H.

It was all it was cracked up to be!

This is a pretty special property. Enough space for a large group to sleep and convene, and many conversation zones. The beach access is incredible. To hop out of bed and walk a few steps out of the gate into the water is truly priceless.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Rustic relaxation

Just can't beat the location on the whole island and that's what you are paying for. It's not the 4 seasons, so don't expect that. Expect peace, tranquility, all the necessities, but no A/C. There was a TV (it was covered) and I didn't even notice it until we were leaving and I'm glad the kids didn't either. The trees on the beach negate the need for an umbrella. Snorkeling in the area is very good, not as good as 2step though , but the fish here including parrots and triggers of all sorts are huge. I'm not sure why they are so big here, but it's certainly cool. Leilani, the property manager and all the cleaning staff were so nice. If you want luxury, this is not your place. If you want to escape and enjoy nature and can handle no A/C this place is heaven on earth. We spent 3 days at Disney Auluni and although the kids loved it, I call it disney hell. What a change of pace to come to this great house where it never got loud other than some occasional wind and the waves. I really want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Overall I Would rate our experience a 5

Great location right on beach and old Hawaii charm Tons of room for a big family and close proximity to Hapuna Beach and Mauna Kea hotel and beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Perfect beach, perfect vacation

We loved this house so much. Clean, well cared for, right on the most beautiful beach.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth h.

Fabulous house on the beach

Lalamilo is everything you would want for your stay on the big island! I would say the best thing about the house is that it is right on the water. Coffee on the beach in the morning, the kids snorkeled and swam in the waves, evenings on the beach watching the sunset, and listening to the waves at night was heaven. The house itself has fabulous amenities. The kitchen and living space is wonderful, large deck with umbrellas and grill, lovely bedrooms and bathrooms, and a large yard to play games. It felt very much like home. The location is also great - not only close to the airport but also close to the two most beautiful beaches on the island (Hapuna and Mauna Kea). We walked on the trail to Hapuna every morning. Also a short drive to popular restaurants, shopping, and grocery shopping. I highly recommend Lalamilo!!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Nancy K.

Rustic, but Beach in the Back Yard is wonderful

Just finished a week at the Lalamilo Beach House with extended family. The kitchen/dining/great room is spacious and well stocked. The bedrooms are comfortable, though two showers were not clean and we cleaned them again. All the rooms have ceiling fans and screened windows, good for air circulation, but didn't keep wasps or roaches out! It was also very warm during our vacation time and most nights sleeping was a problem because of the heat. The guest house which can sleep 3 people, has another kitchen and large bath is VERY warm. Here the wasps were worse, though we did call management and they sprayed and cut down palm fronds where the critters were living. (Maybe this could have been done before guests arrived.) There is no functioning TV in the Guest House, though it's ready for DVD's but bring your own as none are available on the property. Also because of poor signage at midnight our son was awakened with a lost tourist shining a flashlight in his face. Guest safety should be improved!!! All this said, the beach is beautiful , very swim friendly and there is some snorkeling. The sunsets are remarkable and there are chairs and snorkel gear for all to use.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Aloha folks! We were very disappointed to receive this 3 star review. As you can see from all the other reviews, we are a 5 star vacation home and we work hard to ensure that all of our guests are very well taken care of. We do everything possible to ensure that your stay is truly enjoyable. I have managed this home for 15 years and have very rarely encountered guests that did not have the most wonderful time here. This review came from people who won the bid for a one week stay at an auction 2 years ago. After trying to extend the voucher even further into the future and asking if they could sell it to someone else, they finally made it out here. Unfortunately, it seemed they just weren't happy to be here to begin with. Never has anyone had an issue with there being no cable or dvds on hand in the cottage (most people watch the TV in the main house), but I went out of my way to provide them with a Roku device so they could watch shows in the cottage. Not even a simple "thank you" for going our of my way to service their needs was received. And the poor guests who were checking into the house next door, late at night after a delayed flight came into their cottage by mistake. As alarming as it must've been for them, it was a simple mistake and in no way a matter of someones "safety". My apology for this just wasn't enough. We get a poor review from folks who didn't even pay the full cost of the cleaning fee. So not only did we donate a one week stay for free, we came out of pocket for the cleaning costs and got a poor review :(. But most unfortunate is that they didn't have a a very good time. It is my pleasure to service our guests here in paradise, because I love being able to share this beautiful place and assist them with their dream Hawaii vacation.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Island Home

For the second time my family and I have stayed at Lalamilo and once again it became our home. The warmth and beauty of the islands surrounds you and the layout of the home enable all of us to stay in the same place comfortably. The great room and kitchen allows us to cook and eat together and the yard which extends out to join the beach allowed the children to be back and forth easily to the beach. We will definitely return!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Best Week Ever & The Perfect Wedding Venue

My family stayed at the Lalamillo house over Thanksgiving weekend 2015 where 44 of our closest friends and family celebrated our exchange of vows. The house was perfect for both the family who was lucky enough to call it home for the week (5 adults & 4 little ones) and the wedding. We loved waking up in the morning, enjoying coffee on the beach, a morning snorkel or stand up paddle, sight seeing during the day, and then coming back for more beach time. Sunsets are magical here! The beach, just steps away, has so much to offer including great snorkeling, shade, some gentle waves, a nearby walking path! The house is luxurious and has awesome amenities! And you really can hear the waves crashing from all the rooms in the house. The space is functional, comfortable, and authentic. I can't recommend this place enough. Don't hesitate! The photos don't do it justice!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Wonderful home and beach

This review is much delayed, since we stayed at Lalamilo in January -- but not because we didn't have a fantastic time! We had 11 people from 3 generations -- ages ranging from 9 to 70-something. Never having been to the island before, we had no idea that we would be on one of the most beautiful beaches on the coast. We were there for a week and never ate a breakfast or dinner out -- grilling on the lanai every evening, supplementing with extras prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. Sunsets on the beach were wonderful. Leilani was always available for whatever questions we had. Would love to go back.

About the host

Hosted by Leilani Olson

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This amazing vacation home is owned and loved by five siblings and their families and managed by Leilani Olson, a licensed real estate broker with Leilani Properties LLC. Leilani proudly manages this premier rental on behalf of the owners and is here to ensure that you experience an amazing, Big Island vacation. Leilani is a local resident living within twenty minutes of the Lalamilo Beach House, and is available to assist you with any questions or requests you may have during your stay including the rental of kayaks, bicycles, paddle boards and/or other recreational equipment.

Why they chose this property

This vacation home was built in 1993 by five siblings on land that was acquired by their grandparents back in the 1930's. The house sits on one of the few natural sand beaches on the Big Island and is one of the best swimming and snorkeling in the world! It is conveniently located for visiting all the resort hotels and restaurants on the Kohala Coast. The Mauna Kea, the Fairmont Orchid, the Mauna Lani and Hilton Hotels are just minutes away with their beaches, first class restaurants, shops and world class golf courses. Kohala Divers is nearby at Kawaihae Center, and offers various ocean activities including scuba diving and sunset/afternoon sails. Kawaihae Center and Harbor are just 10 minutes by car, with several great restaurants and shops. You are close to almost any activity you may choose, with the exception of the volcano which is a 3 hour drive from Kohala.

What makes this property unique

The house is extremely well located and well equipped. All bedrooms offer their own ocean and mauka views, private baths and are accessed from a private lanai overlooking a large grass lawn that leads to the beach. The sun shines 355 days per year and the average temperature highs are in the 80's with low's in the 60's. The ocean's edge is about 150 feet from your doorstep with crystal blue water that is 72-76 degrees year round. Waialea Bay offers ideal fishing, snorkeling, diving, surfing and kayaking. Walking and biking is a favorite, too! Sea turtles, dolphins and whales are some of the sea life you may see. This property offers beach style living and a real sense of getting away from it all. The turquoise waters are extremely clear, so divers and snorkelers can enjoy waters abundant in sea life. The Waialea Bay Marine Preserve is a protected environment for endangered sea life. Green sea turtles are a protected species and should not be bothered, only enjoyed and admired. Watch the humpback whales play along the coast during the winter. It is quite a sight!

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