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Maka Nui Estate Luxury OceanView Retreat Above Kealakekua Bay, Family friendly

Family-friendly holiday home in Captain Cook with an outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 107000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Kona Coffee Living History Farm
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Captain Cook Monument
  • Place, Kealakekua Bay
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 upstairs master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Maka Nui Estate Luxury OceanView Retreat Above Kealakekua Bay, Family friendly

Aloha and welcome to Maka Nui Estate — a private ocean-view retreat perched
above Kealakekua Bay on Hawai‘i’s Big Island. Set on five acres of tropical gardens,
this newly renovated 5-bedroom estate blends luxury and authenticity — offering guests
the serenity of being away from the resorts in real Hawai‘i with sweeping views of the
Pacific. Enjoy lush surroundings, vibrant sunsets, and the spirit of Aloha at your own
private sanctuary.
Perched on a dramatic cliffside at 1,000 feet elevation, Maka Nui Estate, meaning Big
View, offers sweeping vistas of Kealakekua Bay, Pu’uhonua o Hōnaunau National
Historical Park, and 30 miles of pristine, undeveloped Kona coastline.
The location is incredibly unique with lush greenery typically only seen on the windward
or East side of the Hawaiian Islands. The name Kealakekua comes from the Hawaiian
ke ala ke kua - “the pathway of the gods” - a reflection of the valley’s deep spiritual
significance and beauty.

This private, resort-style family retreat is a 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom masterpiece set on
a gated five-acre tropical estate. Perfect for multi-generational families or romantic
getaways, Maka Nui promises a Hawaiian experience like no other.
Property Highlights:
Breathtaking Views — Watch vibrant sunsets over Kealakekua Bay and 30 miles of
untouched coastline from the 1,500-sq.-ft. screened lanai — perfect for dining, cocktails,
or simply unwinding in the breeze.

Luxury Suites for Everyone — Five elegant bedrooms, each with a private ensuite
bath, provide hotel-style comfort for families or couples traveling together.

Spa-Inspired Primary Retreat — Oversized soaking tub, marble walk-in shower, and
private outdoor shower invite pure relaxation.

Gourmet Kitchen & Modern Comforts — Cook, connect, or entertain in a fully
equipped kitchen with high-end appliances, granite counters, and smart home features.

Tropical Oasis — Lounge by the pool, stroll through gardens, birdwatch, or pick coffee,
mango, and fresh fruit from the orchard — a private resort experience all to yourself.

Welcome Aloha Basket — Start your stay with estate-grown coffee, Hawaiian sweets,
and tropical fruit.
Prime Location

Explore nearby:
 Kealakekua Bay – snorkeling & kayaking (5 min)
 Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park – sacred heritage site (10
min)
 Kailua-Kona town – dining & nightlife (15 min)
 Local Beaches –surf, boogie board or explore tide pools just minutes away
 Volcanoes National Park – unforgettable adventure
 Mauna Kea – world-class stargazing
 Manta Rays at Keauhou Harbor – one of Hawai‘i’s most magical experiences
 Golf – five of the state’s top 10 courses nearby
 Offshore Fishing – Kona’s legendary deep sea fishery is widely regarded as the
best blue marlin fishery in the world

Flexible Stays for Every Vibe
 Full Estate Rental: (sleeps 12) - unlock the entire property for family reunions
with full pool, gardens, and lanai access.
 Upper Level Retreat: (sleeps 2)—romantic couples' haven with private suite,
kitchen, pool and infinity views.
Transparent pricing — all taxes and fees included. No resort fees, no surprises.

House Rules:

Our Promise: Serene, respectful bliss as we cherish Maka Nui's peaceful aura, so we

ask for quiet enjoyment - no large parties, just registered guests (pre-approval for
extras). It's our way of keeping this slice of aloha pristine for you.
Why Choose Maka Nui?

Maka Nui Estate is more than a vacation home — it’s a sanctuary for connection,
relaxation, and adventure. Every detail, from the luxurious furnishings to the warm
Aloha welcome, is crafted to make your stay unforgettable. Whether you’re watching
dolphins in the bay, sipping estate-grown coffee on the lanai, or exploring the Big
Island’s wonders, Maka Nui is your gateway to paradise and the true spirit of Real
Hawai‘i.
Maka Nui Estate — a luxury Big Island vacation rental in Captain Cook, Hawai‘i.

Book your stay today and experience the magic of Maka Nui — your private Big
Island luxury retreat. Mahalo!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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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 allowed: in designated areas
Outside Only
THis is a non smoking home. SMoking is allowed outside away from doors & windows.

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 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
Property Registration Number GE-088-928-8704-01, TA-088-928-8704-01

About the area

Captain Cook

Located in Captain Cook, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Kailua Pier and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden and Greenwell Farms. Travelling with kids? Consider Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative and Big Island Bees. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 17 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 20 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Kona Coffee Mill & Museum - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Maka Nui Estate Luxury OceanView Retreat Above Kealakekua Bay, Family friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Maka Nui Estate Luxury OceanView Retreat Above Kealakekua Bay, Family friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Maka Nui Estate Luxury OceanView Retreat Above Kealakekua Bay, Family friendly located?

This family-friendly Captain Cook holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kona Coffee Living History Farm and Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden. Greenwell Farms and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place...the views are beautiful!So much room for our family 8. Good location..short drive to Kona..alot of attractions and things to see in area..the kitchen was fully stocked and had everything we needed. The pool was great! Candi was very accomodating and checked to see if we had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch A.

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

Paradise

Maka Nui Estate is the perfect getaway headquarters for a larger family or multiple families. The views are breathtaking, there is plenty of space for everyone, lots to do for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Amazing Vacation!

We are so blessed to have had the opportunity to stay at Maka Nui! Everything you need is here. Great beach gear, comfortable rooms, lovely space, amazing kitchen, we all wish we could have stayed longer and can't wait to go back. Candi is lovely and available for anything you need. Just honest wonderful people. We had the best time!!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne P.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

A spacious, beautiful home with a fantastic view from a screened veranda was our family’s Christmas getaway. We also enjoyed the holiday decorations, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, swimming pool and the peaceful location. Our kids liked the nearby hiking and beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla L.

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

1st time to Big Island

The moment we arrived we fell in love with the home! It was perfect has its for our group of 10 including grandchildren. Grandchildren had room to play, adults could escape to more private areas. Each bdr Has its own bath. The home was clean! Equipped with bigger boards and plenty of sand chairs. We all agreed this was our best family vacation yet. Candi greeted us when we arrived. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Beautiful

Great location, huge place. Very peaceful
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Amazing

The property was immaculate. The views never ceased to inspire awe. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home and the property were wonderful. The view from the lanai is the crowning jewel. Our party of nine had a great week. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie F.

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

Family Vacay

What a beautiful property! Beautiful views! Candi, the host, couldn't have been more helpful. The home was as described and had more than advertised. We had Chef Brad prepare a dinner for us and it was really good. The location is not really walkable to anything as the roads are narrow with no sidewalks or space for pedestrians. Car dependent but everything you need is within a 10 - 15 minute drive. We totally recommend this amazing place.Thank you again for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Vacation with friends and family

Beautiful location with wonderful ocean views. The home was perfect for our group with plenty of room. Kitchen was well equipped for preparing our dinners each night. Shopping nearby made it simple and affordable. Candace was a great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

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

Kealakekua

The house was perfect for our group. There’s plenty of room for a large group and we loved staying in south Kona which is quieter than Kailua. The owner was very friendly and available. I loved the area and the house has a large screened lanai around the house which was perfect to see the daily rainbows. It was perfect
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Comfort

This is a large home that made it easy for all of us to share.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paige C.

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

Great Family Vacation House!

We spent a week in the house with 6 adults and 3 children and it was wonderful! Tons of space for everyone and the kids loved the pool and all of the space outside to run around. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

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

Outstanding View

Great home for our family of 9. Property was perfect for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Craig D.

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

Week in Captain cook

House is amazing, the pics dont do it justice. Host was great. Some of the fixtures and bathrooms are showing their age but not a problem for family stay. The pool had an issue which took a few days to resolve but we spent all our time at the awesome beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

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

Beautiful property and home

We were thrilled with our stay. The sunsets were amazing and so was the house. There. were 10 of us and there was plenty of room. The kitchen was stocked with everything imaginable. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Great place to stay

The house was beautiful. Awesome shower. Nice Pool. Nice beds. Even on warm days there was a cooling breeze. Great view and no mosquitos
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

A piece of paradise

Wow! This house and property are beautiful!! My family and I very much enjoyed our stay!! The views are breathtaking, and I could sit on the porch all day every day taking in the ocean views!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky J.

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

Amazing house

It was fabulous for our big group. Pool was a huge hit with all of us. Candi was extremely responsive. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Susanne P.

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

great family place

no soap in the showers or bathrooms but the host was very nice we didn't ask for anything some things were broken like the BBQ , pillows sheets and bedding were worn out. Once again the host couldn't be nicer and felt she did all she could.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kursten M.

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

Wonderful place to relax

We visited Hawaii with our family of 5 and a group of friends. The space was perfect for us! The rooms are huge and there's plenty of living space to hang out together, or spread out and read quietly on your own. The lanai boasts a gorgeous view - perfect for drinking coffee in the morning, catching a sunset, or practicing yoga if that’s your thing. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Wonderful, private home with amazing views and a ton of space!

We had 8 people stay, extremely comfortably. There was a TON of space, inside and out. Very nice home, with a nice breeze all day and night. So comfortable. We will stay here next time we come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

A great stay at an amazing house

We so enjoyed our time at the Maka Nui estate. Beautiful views from nice big house with lots of space for the family to really spread out. The screened-in deck on the top floor allowed us to enjoy the outdoors bug-free. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre F.

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

Gorgeous property

We enjoyed the breathtaking views and the expansive living areas. Maka Nui is beautifully designed with plenty of spaces for both togetherness and solitude. The kitchen is seemlessly connected to one of the living rooms, making a perfect setting for cooking together and socializing. The house has so many comfortable yet luxurious spots to lounge, converse, and take in the view. We really did not want to leave. The location was perfect for us. It is close to so much but secluded and peaceful. We really appreciated Candi's hospitality and the mangoes were literally falling from the tree!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Just perfect!

We spent a week with our grown children at Maka Nui and it was perfect. Enough space for everyone. Gorgeous property, beautiful home, and the most comfortable beds! Candi was a great hostess.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by candi baker

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Aloha , as the caretaker of Maka Nui of which I am privileged to do. I have been on property for 31 years & lived on the Big Island for 33 So feel free to call with any questions you might have & I would be happy to help.

Why they chose this property

Maka Nui is country but close enough (15-20 minutes) to night life . It has all the stores to get supplies here & great restaurants so we get the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

First are the mascots Frick & Frack (dogs) They love to meet new folks as is always a chance to get treats! Then the sounds of birds & palms rustling in the breeze. Of course the pool & fruits are always a plus! And we are always around to answer any questions. As the pool /gardeners & coffee workers there is always something to do.

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