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Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap.
Holiday home in Kamuela with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3560 sq ft
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Explore the area
Waimea, HI
- Place, Puako Bay9 min walk
- Place, Puako Beach4 min drive
- Place, Mauna Kea Beach12 min drive
- Airport, Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Nearly beachfront, peaceful bungalow at the reef. Snorkel, swim, lounge, nap.
Peaceful cottage getaway at the reef. Enjoy a slice of Hawaiiana in the heart of the South Kohala Coast. Quiet, midcentury modern, newly refreshed cottage just steps from sand beaches, lava tidepools, snorkel, dive, swim, boogie, nap, picnic, beachcomb, walking, cycling, more napping? A truly special spot unlike any other on the Big Island. Aloha! Required: Government issued ID, 2 positive reviews and agreement to House Rules in order to confirm booking request.
We are located in a beautiful, quiet, residential neighborhood, on the reef, at the South Kohala coastline. 1.5 blocks to Puako General Store for snacks, sandwiches, drinks, ice and more. 2 miles to Wailea Bay (great snorkeling), 4 miles to sandy Hapuna Beach (swim, boogie, walk, jog, sunbathe), 9 mi to Waikoloa Beach Resort, 7 mi to Mauna Lani Resort-both offering shopping, dining, and beach access. 30 min from the airport, 45 min from Kona/Kailua and 30 min to wonderful Waimea (farmers market, fine dining, shopping, Kona Coffee, cool down). We provide; beach chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, beach towels. Unparalleled hiking in our 13 climates, 5 volcanos, two of which are the tallest mountains on earth, over 4000 square miles to explore. Uncrowded and unspoiled. Night skies of constellations, comets, meteors, without light pollution just outside your backdoor. Tropical birds, neighborhood turkeys, turtles, whales and porpoise, manta and abundant sea creatures.
We do have a television, however, if the tv is broken or the remote is lost it may not be repaired during your stay. Mahalo.
We are located in a beautiful, quiet, residential neighborhood, on the reef, at the South Kohala coastline. 1.5 blocks to Puako General Store for snacks, sandwiches, drinks, ice and more. 2 miles to Wailea Bay (great snorkeling), 4 miles to sandy Hapuna Beach (swim, boogie, walk, jog, sunbathe), 9 mi to Waikoloa Beach Resort, 7 mi to Mauna Lani Resort-both offering shopping, dining, and beach access. 30 min from the airport, 45 min from Kona/Kailua and 30 min to wonderful Waimea (farmers market, fine dining, shopping, Kona Coffee, cool down). We provide; beach chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, beach towels. Unparalleled hiking in our 13 climates, 5 volcanos, two of which are the tallest mountains on earth, over 4000 square miles to explore. Uncrowded and unspoiled. Night skies of constellations, comets, meteors, without light pollution just outside your backdoor. Tropical birds, neighborhood turkeys, turtles, whales and porpoise, manta and abundant sea creatures.
We do have a television, however, if the tv is broken or the remote is lost it may not be repaired during your stay. Mahalo.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number TA-117-823-7440-01, GE-117-823-7440-01
About the area
Kamuela
Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is near 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Waimea, HI
What's nearby
- Puako Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Puako Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
- Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
- Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
- Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 5 min drive
- Mauna Lani Coffee Company - 13 min drive
- Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 13 min drive
- Ikena Landing - 12 min drive
- Orchid Court - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Elizabeth
Why they chose this property
Aloha! If you are looking for a sweet place to unplug, away from crowds, in nature, at the beach, in a quiet residential (not resort), location, we are a good fit. If you need services, concierge and nightlight other than sunset, birds, beach, whales, we are not that profile. We do not have a TV and have room for 2 adults +1 young adult, maximum. Puako is on the hot and dry side of the island. We are not in the tropical rain forest. If you have been to Puako, you know what a unique and truly special location this is. We have a very large and private backyard adjacent to the state forest. The front yard is large with an amazing Monkey Pod tree providing shade throughout the day. We are directly across the street from the reef/ocean. Our building is original Hawaiiana, refreshed in 2020, and humble. We hope you enjoy your visit as much as we love this hidden treasure.
Mahalo
Elizabeth
Mahalo
Elizabeth
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