Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!!

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Spectacular pool and hot tub that is only steps from out unit. Book today!!

The pool is the best in the Mauna Lani....waterfall, jacuzzi ....very large!!!

Outdoor patio with gas grill and a view out toward the pool

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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Hot tub
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Kamuela, HI

Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
‪6 min drive‬
Mauna Lani Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Waikoloa Beach Golf Course
‪12 min drive‬
Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

The Fairways at Mauna Lani is a luxury, gated community with million dollar plus town homes and resort style amenities, located in the prestigious Mauna Lani Resort along the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island. Enjoy views of Mauna Kea, Kohala Mountains, lava fields, swaying palm trees and just a short walk to the beach.

These townhomes are the perfect place to enjoy your vacation! This luxury residence property is located directly in-between two world-class resorts: the Mauna Lani and the Fairmont Orchid. Each of these resorts is perched on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world: The Mauna Lani Beach, replete with white sand, clear blue waters, and the best weather Mother Nature can offer.

These townhomes boast granite countertops and the finest finishes. Did I mention the barbeque on each lanai? The Guest Pool area has barbecues and a shady area to sit and enjoy a good book! Each unit has washer/dryer and stainless steel appliances. You can practice your swing at the two championship golf courses, or work on your tan at the beach. Lots to do for the whole family!

Enjoy premier dining at the Tommy Bahama restaurant, or shop for souvenirs at the gift shops. Not to mention all the great upscale shopping and other restaurants to choose from. Fun for everyone!
Disclosure: I am also a licensed Realtor in the state of Hawaii and my Tax ID number is TA-206-755-0208-01
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Property manager

Dennis Fransen

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Languages

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Families are always welcome!

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

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

Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GE-206-755-0208-01, TA-206-755-0208-01, 1234567890000

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
Mauna Lani Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
Waikoloa Beach Golf Course - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
Anaehoomalu Beach - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
Dolphin Quest - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kona Tap Room - ‬14 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬12 min drive
‪A-Bay's Island Grill - ‬12 min drive
‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Awesome Villa! Close to Beach! Quiet Location! One of the Very Best- 5 star!!!! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Great 4-D Movie Ride and Mauna Lani Historic Park. Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

28 Jan, 2025

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

If you like this type of accommodation, this is an excellent choice!

Shawn, the property manager, was immediately responsive and very pleasant to deal with - a great guy! The unit was immaculately clean and had every imaginable thing to make our stay comfortable and easy; beach towels, beach toys (snorkel equipment, boogie boards, sand umbrellas, etc.), a large washer/dryer (w/detergent!), ironing board/iron, comfortable lanai seating, and an impressively complete kitchen. The owner is a very thoughtful host! We were two adult couples and were very pleased. This is an excellent choice for a family with children. Be aware, though, that the 2 bedrooms, while nicely decorated, are not equally comfortable for adults. The primary bedroom is VERY nice with a king bed, sitting area, large bathroom & closet, and nicely furnished lanai. The second bedroom is truly for children. The twin beds were not comfortable for our adult friends; they reported uncomfortable (and uncomfortably short) mattresses, a much smaller bathroom and just an overall ‘child-size’ room. It does sound ideal for kids though!If you prefer more of a beachy, natural vibe this unit is not for you. However if you’re looking for a spot with a pool, close neighbors (not always quiet!), and a perfectly furnished ‘home’ (great kitchen, TV, comfy living room), this is a great choice. You can walk to a somewhat crowded, family-filled beach along a two-lane paved road that’s somewhat busy (and hot). It took us about 20 minutes to reach the Fairmont hotel bea

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna D.

15 Jan, 2025

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

Excellent condo for family with kids

This was our 5th trip to Big Island and our favorite accommodations by far. Fairways is a perfect little gated complex with a great layout in a location close to the grocery store, golf course and Fairmont. Our 9-year old enjoyed exploring around the complex in a pack with other kids, checking out all the plants and wildlife (including a flock of wild turkeys!!). The unit itself is really close to the pool so logistics are easy but not so close that pool traffic is an issue. Most importantly, the host made himself super available to us for all kinds of questions and inquiries and always responded in real time. It really felt like we had a friend on the island who was looking out for us. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect place to stay

Home had everything we needed and close to stores, restaurants and beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany M.

15 Jul, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Loved the location and having access to Mauna Lani beach club and Black Sand Beach. Great views of the pool. Unit is fully stocked from kitchen tools to beach equipment.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

4 Jun, 2024

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

Great place in perfect location with added bonus of beach club access.

The place is large and well furnished. It has been kept up well and has stylish decorations. The kitchen is fully stocked with utensils, pots and dishware. Great patios upstairs and downstairs. Loved it.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelley t.

1 Aug, 2023

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

Big island vacation

My family and I had a great time! Loved the location and pool. The condo was very comfortable and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy L.

5 Jul, 2023

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

June 2023

The property was beautiful, well furnished, well decorated and very clean. The home was well maintained and was very nice. The pool and hot tub were gorgeous with great views. We had access to a private beach and restaurant. There is a black sands beach on the property also. There are restaurants and a store just a couple minutes from the home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Carrie D.

20 Jun, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3.5 Stars...This place needs some attention

Overall the responsiveness and helpfulness of the host was 5 stars but this unit is in desperate need of some attention. PROS Great location, best pool of all the Waikoloa or Mauna Lani properties we've stayed in, responsive and helpful host communications, stocked kitchen with sharp knives (bonus!), beach club access, large supply of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, etc.). CONS Overall this place feels a bit neglected: Linens/towels in massive need of a refresh, most would qualify for the 'rag bin' at my house, and only found one washcloth in the entire house. Four decent beach towels, the others were ripped/raggy, definitely not guest-worthy. The exhaust cover for the fan over the stove was missing and replaced by a strip of black garbage bag that flew up when the fan was turned on, blasting the exhaust into your face. The house has a dozen or more silk arrangements/plants that are covered in what looks a year+ of dust. One end of the couch has lost all support in the seat so when you sit down you sink to an uncomfortable level (and I'm less than 200lbs). The TVs are not 'smart', which is more or less standard at all other properties we've stayed; they provide blue ray/dvd players but no supply of discs. Garage looks like a dumping ground for all things. Went to use a cooler but opened it to find it dirty with garbage inside. New linens, fresh coat of paint, and some updates/fixes/purge would make a big difference!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Mar, 2023

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

Great location

Stayed here to be close to some family staying down the street at Mauna Lani Resort, very easy to get back and forth and the place was clean and as advertised.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Starla S., Superior, CO USA

26 Nov, 2022

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

Another Great Stay!

We have stayed at this property three times now and always come back for a reason when we vacation on the Big Island. The house is comfortable, quiet, clean, and easy to utilize. We loved having gate access to the Beach Club area, which has quickly become our favorite beach to relax on. The garage had chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, and snorkel gear that we could just take to the beach with us. The quick walk to Foodland is a perk to be able to grab food easily to cook in the great kitchen. The owner Shawn was easy to communicate with and was just a text away if we had questions. We will happily stay here again on our next trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marika A.

13 Nov, 2022

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

Clean, well stocked, great Mauna Lani location

The Mauna Lani area is our favorite place to stay on the Big Island. This was our first stay at the Kulalani condos, and we loved the complex and pool. The condo itself was large, exceptionally clean, well stocked (especially with boogie boards, snorkel gear and even bikes), and had very comfortable beds. Everything within the condo was easy to find and well labeled. The property manager regularly checked in and was easy to reach with questions. Only issue we encountered was that the air conditioner in the second bedroom didn't seem to be flowing as it was through the rest of the house.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

5 Nov, 2022

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

We had a very enjoyable stay

We would come back Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

7 Jul, 2022

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

Great clean spacious getaway!

Loved this place and its proximity to the pool...just feet away. Also to the beaches and other things to do in Waikoloa. Will likely stay here again some time!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Libby R.

5 May, 2022

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

Spacious and well equipped townhome in great Kohala coast location

Ideal layout for a family of four, perfectly located for adventures across Hawaii island. Thanks for sharing it with us!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

9 Jan, 2022

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

Great location for family Christmas gathering!

Enjoy red

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

6 Jan, 2022

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

Fabulous stay in Kamuela!

My family of five stayed in this beautiful condo for 9 days before Christmas. My children are 14, 18, and 20, and there were countless activities in and around this property. We spent time lounging by the gorgeous pool and hot tub, as well as visiting most of the local beaches. The condo was very spacious, clean, and perfect for five people. The kitchen was extremely well equipped. The beds were comfortable and the master bedroom has room for a blowup mattress which my 14 year old son slept on. My family would definitely stay there again. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Jul, 2021

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

Spacious well-stocked home

This property is a two story townhouse that has absolutely everything your family needs. It is however a 30 minute walk over uneven terrain to get to the beach and clubhouse, so you will need to drive to the private beach which is lovely. The owner is very accommodating should any problems arise. Children are allowed in the pool from 12-7 only.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

6 Jul, 2021

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

Family Vacation

Great condo very close to the pool and beach access. Ideal for a family vacation. Thanks!

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Clay S.

24 Jun, 2021

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

Great location, but a few things I wish I knew

First off, if you are traveling to Kona for the Hawaii 70.3, this unit is located very close to the Fairmont(very easy walk). So for the race, the location is hard to beat. The property itself was fine. Straightforward 2 bedroom (with bedrooms upstairs...more on that in a second). Here are the pros/cons we experienced: Pro: - Location (particularly for race) - Beach club access- super nice perk (even when crowded we could get covered chairs). Restaurant at the beach was great as well. (not walkable but there is decent parking). - Cooking accessories & supplies. We were pleased that the unit had all the basics we needed to cook from spices to pans, plates, and utensils. Maybe most importantly cleaning supplies, trash bags, and even sunscreen (and aloe vera for sunburns). - Wifi- I had to work while there and found the wifi strong and very user friendly (simple thing but significant for me). Cons (or really just things I would have liked to know before renting)- - A/C- This was really the only big disappointment for us. The A/C cannot go lower than 74 and worse, you have to watch it or it jumps to 79. I get that when not in the unit, turning the A/C up is reasonable, but it was a pain having to constantly go turn it down...including throughout the night. More problematic was that at 74 it never cooled the upstairs and especially the front bedroom. The master was tolerable with the fan on full blast, but the front bedroom was not. I'm sure this may not be an issue at other times of the year, but in June it was for us. In fact, to get a good night sleep on race day, I paid to stay at the Fairmont and cranked the AC down to where I normally sleep (expensive 1 night fix but was worth it for me...family stayed in unit and fought through it!) - Wear of unit items- for the most part, things were fine, but little things like TVs and remotes not being coordinated, bedding being old, sofa having major dips, etc. were just less than ideal. Again, all were fine and livable, but not what we expected for the price paid. - Garage- pics showed garage, but it is not useable by guests. Again, not a huge deal, but something I would have liked to know before renting. - Pool hours- There is a very nice pool close to the unit (yeah!), but it is adult only until 12p and it closes at 7p. Again, fine but would have been good to know in advance, especially with kiddos. Overall- Unit is fine, just set expectations accordingly going in.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

12 Jun, 2021

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

Big Island Paradise

Absolutely wonderful! A little hot outside in June, though.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corey C., Kona, USA

7 Jul, 2020

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

Comfortable and relaxing

This villa is in a stunning location. Beautiful outdoor kitchen opens up to grass, trees, and walking path right to the pool. Staying here reminds you to relax and unwind. The master bedroom is very spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. The owner/manager is easy to reach and communicate with. We felt really taken care of by him! During this strange summer of 2020, we felt safe and comfortable lodging at this villa in the beautiful Mauna Lani Resort area. Can't wait to visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

25 Mar, 2020

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

Fantastic Stay

My wife and I come to Hawaii every year and this was a fantastic stay. Very clean and Dennis is very accommodating. Definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Linda S.

24 Mar, 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Double Booked

Bait and switch, that is what we felt happened to us in our dealing with the owner of this property. Because of the reviews, the location and the pictures in the listing, we signed up for this property, building 21 unit 2103, on June 20, 2019. Breach of contract in that we did not get the unit signed for. An email on 2/6/20 contained a change of location from building 21 to building 3 which we did not get to read until the day before departure and did not notice that they had made the change. There was no discussion of nor agreement to this change on our part. It wasn't until we drove through the gate that we realized that a change had been made. The new building had no listing that we could find and therefore no reviews and pictures and not the location we paid for. From there things went downhill. We called the owner, asking for an explanation. He then informed us that the other unit was occupied. Double booked. He assured us that the unit we were asked to move into was an upgrade over the original. We protested. But, based on his assurances that this was the case and the fact that he could not show us inside the other unit because it was occupied, we moved in. He had offered to move us to unit 2103 the next day but we elected to accept the change. Little did me know. There were problems from the start which kept popping up throughout our stay. Lights that were out or missing, poorly equipped kitchen, a defective kitchen faucet, clutter in closets from spare TVs, ironing boards, beddding and more. Sinks that a plumber had to clear to drain properly (two). A toilet that would not flush properly and two toilets that ran continuously (also fixed by a plumber) and much more. We have 30 pictures of these deficiencies. The crowning blow came when we picked up guest at the airport who were to stay with us for a week. Upon returning to the unit, we found ourselves locked out due to a failure in the front door latch and locking mechanism. A taped door latch first noted and mentioned to the owner upon our arrival had finally failed. The owner tracked down a locksmith to enable access. Upon entry our guest next had to deal with the sink and toilet problem. Most embarassing to us. This was an experience that one should not have to deal with while on vacation. Towards the end of our stay the owner became unresponsive to our calls. Needless to say, this owner let us down. It became a 28 day vacation under a dark cloud. Unfortunate

6/10 Okay

Karin S.

15 Feb, 2020

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, several minor issues

Fabulous location. Some glitches added up: shower and sinks quite unclean upon arrival, hot water didn’t work for one bathroom sink, broken lamp, broken toaster, BBQ ran out of gas and no replacement available. Bed is comfortable but mattress has giant ‘lump’ in center. Property owner very responsive but required three separate visits to correct issues. On the last visit, the thermostat was raised without notifying us (we wouldn’t have minded, were surprised no notification given). The condo is quiet, well located, and quite enjoyable. Pool area is close by and wonderful. Would be nice to have more info in condo such as property maps etc. Kitchen has plenty of usual and needed supplies. Lanai and upper master lanai are fabulous.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ross L.

17 Jan, 2020

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

Can't wait to come back!

If you're thinking about staying at one of Dennis' properties don't second guess yourself - just do it! This was my family's second time staying in Mauna Lani. We thought the first experience was amazing, but this trip was even better. Dennis is kind and professional and ensured that everything was ready for us before our vacation (including high chairs and pack n plays for our little ones). The house had every amenity one might need, but also had beach toys, boogie boards and snorkel gear available for us. The pool/hot tub area is ideal for play and relaxation. Shopping and restaurants are walking distance in Mauna Lani (although we recommend buying groceries at Waikoloa Village as it's more affordable, short 12 minute drive) The Beach Club is the icing on this proverbial cake. We spent most of our days at the gated beach enjoying the sun with our kids. If you're hungry or thirst the beach club has a full restaurant and bar at your disposal; this is where the tropical experience gets truly magical. The beach itself is calm, which is perfect for young children and relaxing activities like snorkeling and paddle boarding. If you want access to a public beach for better boogie boarding Hapuna is a 7 minute drive north, but you'll need to be a fairly competent swimmer. Again, this was our second time staying at Mauna Lani and at one of Dennis' properties. Can't wait to plan our third trip. Time to book yours...

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Fransen

Hello!
Thanks for taking a look at my properties! I'm an avid traveler, and a self-employed entrepreneur. My wife and I call the Big Island of Hawaii home for half the year, and the other time we travel between Montana, or wherever our heart desires. We enjoy spending time with our family and friends, especially when sharing a beautiful Hawaiian sunset! We have 5 properties on the Big Island and we're seasoned hosts - having done this over a decade. Our property numbers are: 11826, 26201, 210469, 206890, and 848068.

Hope you choose to stay with us!

Why they chose this property

I wanted to be in a 5 star resort area. This is the best location as I can walk 7 minutes and I am at the beach or at the Fairmont Orchid. Or I can walk to fine restaurants, shops and golfing.