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Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove

The private pool after dark—atmospheric lighting and blue-tile accents create a tropical resort feel.

Oceanfront lanai with plush seating and panoramic views—perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails.

Twilight magic across the shoreline—another night of paradise winding down with a view.

String lights and sectional seating frame a perfect sunset scene—ideal for evening relaxation

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 134000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Pool

Explore the area

Kailua Kona, HI

Kailua Pier
‪7 min walk‬
Kamakahonu Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Kailua-Kona Wharf
‪9 min walk‬
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bonus Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Kids Room

3 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom 1

Guest Bathroom 2

Guest Bathroom 3

Primary Ensuite

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove

Welcome to Mermaid Cove by Gather, a vibrant oceanfront estate designed with families in mind. Nestled within a gated community just minutes from Kailua-Kona town, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom retreat sleeps up to fourteen guests and offers direct beach access, a private heated pool with a swim-up bar, and countless kid-friendly amenities—all against the backdrop of stunning Pacific Ocean views.

What We Love About Mermaid Cove by Gather:
• Beachfront Bliss – Steps from a gentle, shallow-water beach ideal for kids
• Private HEATED Pool and Spa – Complete with swim-up bar, Jacuzzi, and heated outdoor shower
• Kid-Ready Amenities – Cribs, pack ‘n plays, beach toys, and more included
• Spacious Bedrooms – Four bedrooms + dedicated kids’ space and home theater
• Multigenerational Layout – Ideal for extended families or larger groups
• Sunset-Perfect Lanai – Outdoor BBQ kitchen, alfresco dining, and loungers
• Prime Kona Location – Near shops, dining, cultural sites, and family attractions

Interior Overview
Mermaid Cove's bright and expansive open-concept layout is designed for relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The spacious living area invites connection with plush sofas, a large Smart TV, and direct access to the oceanview lanai. The gourmet kitchen features Bosch appliances, ample counter space, and a breakfast nook with panoramic coastal views. Slide open the pocket doors to let in the breeze and extend your gathering onto the fully furnished lanai with outdoor dining and lounge areas.

Bedroom and Bathroom Configurations
The top-floor primary suite features a king bed, private ocean-view balcony, and spa-style ensuite with a clawfoot tub, double steam shower, and dual vanities. An adjacent kids’ area offers a bunk bed with trundle, toys, and dress-up costumes, providing a whimsical hideaway. Two additional guest bedrooms on the second floor offer plush bedding, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. A fourth bedroom on the ground level is ideal for grandparents or teens, offering privacy and easy access to common spaces. A state-of-the-art home theater room with an 80” Smart TV, Blu-ray library, and books completes this home's family-friendly appeal.

Outdoor Experience
Step directly onto the sand or enjoy endless fun in your private pool, complete with a swim-up bar and Jacuzzi. Watch for turtles or enjoy sunset dinners from the oceanfront lanai, outfitted with a BBQ kitchen and cozy loungers. After a beach day, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax in one of the many shaded seating areas surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.

Included Gear and Extras
• Cribs, pack ‘n play, high chairs
• Beach gear: toys, towels, chairs, umbrellas
• Home theater & family library
• Fast Wi-Fi, Smart TVs & remote workspace
• Washer/dryer & two-car garage

Nearby Family-Friendly Attractions
• Magic Sands & Kahaluʻu Beach Park – Snorkeling and sand play
• Kailua Pier – Boat tours, dolphin swims, and shave ice stands
• Farmers Market & Historic Sites – Local crafts, Hulihe‘e Palace, and Mokuaikaua Church
• Volcanoes National Park & Mauna Kea – Day trips packed with wonder

Good to Know
• Sleeps up to 14 guests comfortably
• Gated community with 24-hour security
• A/C in all bedrooms and media room
• Short drive to Kona International Airport and downtown Kailua-Kona

Mermaid Cove by Gather is where cherished family memories are made. With kid-safe beach access, luxury comforts, and space to spread out and reconnect, this is your home base for the ultimate Big Island family getaway.

Book your stay today—Mermaid Cove fills fast!

Licensed Short-Term Vacation Rental
STVR-19-364080 / PL-NUCR-2024-002717
Hawaii Tax ID: TA 085-6500224-01
TMK: 750050180000

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Property Registration Number 750050180000, TA-085-650-0224-01, GE-085-650-0224-01

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Swing Zone and Kailua-Kona Wharf 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Kona Community Aquatic Center and KBXtreme. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

Keiki Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Kamakahonu Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Kona Brewing Company - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Fish Hopper Kona - ‬16 min walk
‪Kona Brewing Co & Brewpub - ‬10 min walk
‪Scandinavian Shave Ice - ‬16 min walk
‪Kona Wave Cafe - ‬15 min walk
‪Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Beachfront Home w/ Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Sunset Views at Mermaid Cove located?

Nestled on the beach, this Historic Kailua Village holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Keiki Beach and Kailua Pier. Kailua-Kona Beaches and Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area are also within 10 minutes.

9.6

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

SHELBY H.

20 May, 2025

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

The Perfect Getaway

Aloha!!! This home was absolutely beautiful! It was incredibly clean and well-maintained, with a fully stocked kitchen—even including a few emergency spices, which was a thoughtful touch. The hot tub heated up quickly and was perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.The location is unbeatable, with a stunning private cove just steps from the back door—ideal for swimming or snorkeling. Plus, it’s conveniently close to local shops and stores, which made everything easy and stress-free.One thing to note: the neighbor to the left (when facing the ocean) is sensitive to noise. If you're traveling with a larger group, be mindful of volume after 8 p.m., as she may call security. Security was polite but firm when they came by.Despite that, I would absolutely stay here again. The home, the setting, and the amenities all made for a truly memorable trip.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

12 Jan, 2025

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

Fantastic property

Great property with unbelievable views and location. Great for groups that want to spend lots of time playing games and cooking together. Was hard to go out when we could stay here!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Disbrow U.

22 Jan, 2025

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

Just perfect!

We had the best time during our stay! The views were amazing. The location couldn’t be beat. The house had everything we could want. It was such a great place to enjoy time with the family. The house is so thoughtful and had everything we could possibly need. Mahalo for such an amazing time!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

20 Nov, 2024

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

Best Family Vacation

This home is beautiful! It had exceeded all our expectations. - from the ornate and attention to details in the house, to the beautiful beach just outside the gate. Perfect place for our grandkids, who enjoyed the pool and beach daily. I highly recommend this home, you will not be disappointed. We can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

1 Aug, 2024

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

Great Home Great Location

Beautiful vacation home in a private neighborhood. Eight of us were very comfortable and the amenities suited all of our needs. The location and view were a dream. Stores and shopping within 5-10 mins. The management company was prompt and helpful. We all had a wonderful vacation.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libbie M.

1 Apr, 2024

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

Beautiful property

Fabulous time with the family at this home right on the beach. Amenities were plentiful and kitchen was well equipped for us to cook most meals at home. Enjoyed the pool and many seating options as well

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

15 Jul, 2023

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

Great property and location

All the amenities you could ask for, centrally located, and the ultimate snorkel spot right outside your back gate! Loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Denise H.

2 Apr, 2021

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

Mermaid cove

Great location, beautiful beach, wonderful ocean lagoon, and ample room and supplies for a relaxing vacation

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

22 May, 2021

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

Amazing place for a family!

This house is absolutely beautiful and so well stocked. It was the perfect place to vacation for a large extended family and extremely kid friendly. We hope to come back someday!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

David W.

29 May, 2024

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

Great space and location

Expansive and family friendly property. Lots of communication and direction. Only issues were 10am check out, some dust on fans (beware the dust allergy sensitive types) and termites, and cushions in need of replacement. Generally, a very good stay. Beach front perfection with crashing waves, and good views. Kona!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

20 Oct, 2024

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

Absolutely Perfect!

This house was absolutely perfect. We had the best time with our family and friends. I was looking for a house on the beach where we could feel the breeze and listen to the waves crashing on the shore and it didn't disappoint. The beautiful house is situated on the best part of Keiki Beach with nothing short of a phenomenal view. It was very comfortable, clean and tidy. Everything was meticulously labelled and easily to use. The downstairs lanai with pool and hot tub was a favorite hangout for the kids and adults alike although the upstairs lanai was also very lovely. There were tons of pool and beach toys available to use as well as plenty of games and fun dress up outfits the kids loved. You can tell the owners put a lot of effort into making it family friendly. This was a top-notch place to stay, and we would do it again in an instant.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard V.

21 Mar, 2024

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

Great house for a family

All the boxes were checked for our time in Kona, everything in the house was so well thought out and very organized. Didn’t have any luck with the sound system, but zero complaints about anything else.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

5 Jan, 2023

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

Fantastic Beach Front Property

This property was spacious, comfortable and had a fantastic location. Total Hawaii vibe. Private and right on a beautiful small public (yet not too crowded) beach and just 5 minutes from everything in Kona. Our best family vacation yet.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

George J., Campbell CA USA

28 Feb, 2023

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

Mermaid cove

What a great place. Lives up to the listing and then some. Worked great wit our family of 12. Grandkids and parents had a blast. Highly recommended!!

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., Arlington, TX

9 Jul, 2023

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

Amazing location

The house sits on an amazing small private beach that has a protected reef. The kids enjoyed snorkeling all day and as parents we really didn’t have to worry about waves, etc. The house has plenty of rooms and space for a large family. Also, the house has more the of small niceties such as utensils, spices, plates, etc… than numerous other vacation rentals we have stayed at.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki R.

3 Apr, 2023

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

Beautiful Vacation Property

Our stay was amazing! The house lives up to the photos. Our younger children loved in the pool, while the teenagers enjoyed the beach right out front. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony watching the waves crash, fish as well as a sea turtle in the tide pool, humpback wales breaching and cocktails with the sunset at night. There was plenty of space for our family of 11. The house was well stocked and had everything we needed. Thank you for a wonderful vacation! 🌺

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

21 Apr, 2023

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

Amazing Property

The house was as advertised and fit out family of 8 adults and 6 grandkids vey well. The pool was amazing and the beach was pretty cool too. My only complaint is the BBQ is hard to light despite changing the starter battery. When it did light there was a big Whoosh.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

22 Dec, 2017

Wow!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We walked in and could not believe the view. The location could not be better. We were within walking distance to Kona. And the house was huge and had plenty of room for all 10 of us. We will be back. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and beachfront property with us!!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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23 Jul, 2016

Kona Bay Bliss July 2016

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 2nd time staying at the house. Very hot this summer and not all of the fans are working. One ceiling fan turns backwards and 2 of the standing fans (white) do not work. Other than that...great vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Michole D.

1 Jun, 2021

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

Incredible resort

This home was incredible. I would love to come here every year. They have every single thing you could need, from floaties, water shoes, toys for kids (like I'm talking insane numbers of things, including dress up, legos, new sea creature & mermaid stuffed animals, books, etc.). The location was so wonderful that we didn't really need to leave all that much, as the tide pools had a lot for us to see and explore and we were very close to food (~5 minutes for all the best restaurants). The pool had great shade for the little ones so it wasn't your typical situation of having to get the kids out of the sun for a few hours on vacation. I do think the outside patio chairs need a good cleaning or replacing, however, though this is a minor point. A much more major point of sadness is we only had 6 days here. TRUE REMORSE. We will absolutely be back!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Maja C.

21 Mar, 2019

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had such a wonderful time at Kona Bay Bliss. This is our second time staying here and we decided this year, we’re coming back every year. The new owners added some really nice personal touches. The kids room was filled with mermaids and flip sequence pillows. My six year old daughter was in heaven. We spent mornings tide looking and sipping coffe on the Landis with George pics and endless views. Walking distance to town and across the street was a huge field and awesome park/playground. We had a one year old with us as well and even though there are stairs, she was safe with the baby gates that were provided. Can’t wait to come back!!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

chris w.

22 Aug, 2016

Wonderful Vacation in KONA

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This beautiful home is absolutely gorgeous, directly on a great snorkeling beach and stocked with everything you need! We loved the week. Some appliances not working (ice maker, oven, pool lights and spa heater). Several calls to management and one pool light was restored with the spa heater. One thing to understand: there is one gorgeous Master Suite encompassing the entire top floor, and three very small bedrooms in the back on the main floor and basement level. While these bedrooms are nice, if you are traveling with peers, it's not possible assign rooms equitably.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Brad B., Walnut Creek

18 Aug, 2016

Mixed vacation experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Kona Bay Bliss is a beautiful house, richly appointed, and fully stocked. It has a lovely ocean view and direct access to a small beach and swimming area. A terrific house in the wrong location. It is quite warm, low airflow, and the fans do not really cool the rooms. Further, the location is such that there is really no where to walk along the ocean or neighborhood; it is in a gated community just outside of a business industrial section of Kona. There are also, more than your average share of inside insects including mosquitoes and roaches.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Shelby H.

6 Feb, 2022

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

Never wanted to leave.

OMG!!! Such an amazing home. Had it been for sale, I would have purchased it and my kids would be coming there to visit me! This home had absolutely EVERYTHING and ANYTHING you could imagine. Only problem we had was, it was so beautiful, nobody wanted to leave it to go explore! We traveled a long way from West Virginia to stay in the pool! We did go whale watching…shouldn’t have…we saw so many more just watching from the lanai! So many wonderful memories made there. My 4 year old granddaughter cried when we left and asks daily when we are going back to “our” Hawaii house. That’s how much it felt like home to us. We tried for fun to think of something they didn’t have there for their guests…the only thing we could come up with was parkas for our trip up Mauna Kea! This company could give lessons on how to set up a rental home…I can’t imagine anyone doing it better. So grateful for our time spent there.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K., Lawrence , KS , US

4 Jun, 2022

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

Dream Location

We spent a week in Mermaid Cove and leaving was so hard! The views out every back window/door are just jaw dropping. The waves sound like they’re in the house, and the sliding doors that open the living room up to the lanai make it seem as if you’re on the beach at all times. Being able to walk out the back door and take a few steps to reach the beach and Keiki Ponds absolutely MADE our vacation. Easily the best place to stay in Kona! Pros: *LOCATION!!!! The protected cove out back is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, even boogie boarding. We saw a sea turtle, many fish, and a moray eel. *Well equipped kitchen *Air conditioning in the bedrooms and relaxation spaces (unnecessary in the living room and kitchen with the breeze off the ocean) *Pool is private and the rental has tons of pool and beach gear available *Close to town but felt very private and protected due to it being in a gated community *Fun spaces and plenty of toys and such for young children (not part of our group but would have been awesome with little ones) Cons: *No powder room/guest bathroom which made it a bit challenging while hanging out on main floor; all bathrooms are only accessible through the associated bedrooms *On high tide days (we had several during our trip), the sea water/beach sand floods the entire backyard, rendering the patio and pool completely unusable (although management had someone out the next day to clean out the sand from the pool) *Master bathroom shower has an unfrosted window with no covering that looks directly into the neighbor’s house and pool area This house was the ideal setting for our family vacation and we could not have been happier with the proximity to the ocean. Our son even proposed to his girlfriend just a ways down the beach! We already miss going to sleep to the sound of the waves crashing on the lava rocks and waking up to the incredible view. Wonderful memories we will always treasure!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

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