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Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Honl's Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village

One of a few vacation homes with a short stroll to historic Kailua-Kona Village . You are minutes away from the famous Kahalu'u snorkeling beach and the Magic Sands Beach. Short walk to sandy beach next door. Enjoy and relax the spectacular sunsets from your private lanai. Watch whales, sea turtles, and visiting cruise ships right in your view.
This charming cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath and is fully equipped with all you need for an awesome getaway.
Whether for business or pleasure, few nights or a lengthy stay, you will find this island style cottage is just what you want in a Hawaiian vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please specify if children are guests too.
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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
Please no smoking in house or on Lanai
Please remove sand when entering house.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-057-513-0112-01, GE-057-513-0112-01
Property # 490555vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Honl's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kailua Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Oceanfront Cottage in Beautiful Historic Kailua-Kona Village located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Honl's Beach, Kamakahonu Beach and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Inn Shopping Village and Kona Farmers Market are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed d.

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

Paradise

Wonderful time, enjoy relaxing days on the deck, searing ahi and grilling mahi and watching days float bye
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

relaxing ocean getaway

the cottage was everything we hoped it would be - relaxing, amazing views, and provided a great setting to recharge our batteries!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Mahalo, so glad you enjoyed the cottage and had a relaxing time. We appreciate you chose this place for your stay. We hope you return to Kailua Kona and stay again. Aloha. Carla
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Lovely, beautiful and great fun - our daughter and brand new son-in-law loved their honeymoon here

A wonderful and special cottage by the ocean. A great location for exploring locally, as well as a base for around the island. Very well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed the cottage. Thank you so much for celebrating your special occasion there. We appreciate your reviews and we wish you to return someday. Aloha & Mahalo ....Carla
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martina v.

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

The property owner is a very, very sweet person. Her name is Carla.

The property is at a beautiful spot
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine T.

Loved it

Perfect location, loved walking to town and sitting on the deck on the ocean! Very happy with the house and the owner is great, we will return!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Aloha. We are sooo glad you enjoyed the cottage and location was great for you. We look forward to your return. Thank you very much for sharing your comments. We appreciate you and best wishes on your future travels. Aloha & Mahalo. Carla
Archival

8/10 Good

nino p.

Amazing location!

Amazing location with the waves crashing right in front! You can't beat that lanai. Also right next to a beach! Close to town and within walking distance of downtown shops. The house was sufficiently clean and the ceiling fans provided adequate cooling. The shower was a bit grimy and could have used an inspection before our arrival. Would visit again!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you very much for your comments. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will focus on the cleanliness of the shower as that was over looked prior to your arrival. We have plans to remodel the shower very soon.. We appreciate your comments in how we can better our guests' stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

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

Loved our stay!!

Place was perfect for my husband and I…owner was great to work with and provided everything we needed plus more….if you have a small family this may work for you but two couples this place might not work for you…only one bathroom which is downstairs and no dishwasher but we still loved the place. Are going back for the next several years if we can….
Stayed 65 nights in Dec 2022
Archival

6/10 Okay

Carol S.

Perfect Location

We enjoyed being so close to town (walked everywhere!). The house is pretty dated and could use some "reconditioning." Getting the car in and out was a little challenging, but since we didn't need the car much, that was doable. Bed was comfy and the fans worked well to keep the upstairs cool enough to sleep. Overall, LOVE Kailua and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your comments Its important to get feed back and what needs improvement. We are working on updating and replacing items and fixtures in the cottage. Mahalo Carla
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TARA M.

Loved this little gem!

The previous reviews were extremely helpful and we found the property to be just as expected. The ocean view is truly incredible! Waking up to the roaring waves and natural sunlight was amazing! The house is within walking distance to everything, including a local farmer's market. We ended up renting scooters so we could explore areas outside of the immediate Kona area. The house has plenty of towels, comfortable bedding and snorkeling gear. We found a chill spot to snorkel just south at Kahualu'u Beach Park. Hanging out on the lanai and grassy area watching local surfers was our favorite part of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Mahalo for staying at the cottage. We appreciate your feedback and so glad you enjoyed your vacation. Yes, it truly is a gem, great location. This property was been in the family for many, many, years. We enjoy when we can and grateful that we can share it with others. Aloha & Mahalo Carla
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

Perfect Cottage and Location

The cottage was nicely decorated and had everything we needed upon arrival. Carla was at the property when we arrived working on an adjacent property so we had the opportunity to meet in person. The lanai was so nice that we spent a lot of time watching the dolphins, fish, turtles and sunset. My husband actually slept on it as he wanted to hear the ocean while sleeping. The ocean sound was also heard in the bedrooms. The walk to Kona was only a few minutes and we did this each day during our stay, but as soon as we arrived back at the cottage, we were outside. The wall that separated the cottage and ocean was a great place to find some sea shells! There is a television available as well as WIFI. We did not use the tv as the lanai provided our entertainment. We would definitely book the cottage again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
Aloha. Thank you for choosing Kainalu cottage as your home while in Kona. We are sooo happy you enjoyed the cottage and you found it to be the right place for you. It was so nice to meet you. We appreciate your reviews and look forward to your return. Mahalo and Aloha 🌺�
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed d.

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

tropical paradise

great location on the water, many hours on the deck, meals, martini's watching sunsets. have stayed multiple times, always a great home at a great price.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

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

Great location!

Very smooth & welcoming
Stayed 33 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Stunning and perfectly cozy

the perfect house. our favorite part was the covered porch and great view. you can sit out and enjoy breezes without getting fried by the sun. cool and comfortable. The house is beautifully decorated and well kept up. Lovely finishes. The upstairs can get toasty at night as others have said - but thats the price of paradise. Carla is a joy to work with - very kind and accommodating and responsive. Thank you for the use of your home
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Absolutely Loved It!

My wife and I stayed for 31 nights and we couldn’t have been happier. Such an incredible location, right on the water and only a 5 minute walk from the main strip. Such a cozy ocean front cottage with everything you could need, including strong WIFI! This was very important to us since we work from home, so being able to have Zoom calls from the Lanai was fantastic! Carla was excellent to deal with anytime we needed anything, always being available. We would definitely recommend staying here and will most certainly come back again ourselves.
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefan A.

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

Nice Stay

The good - Carla (property manager) was extremely helpful and very responsive. We were able to check in early which helped us get things in the fridge from one rental to the next. Good luck getting any closer to the ocean. It's 20' (at best) from the back porch. Whales, dolphins, and surfers right out your back door. To note: No AC - which isn't too bad, with all the fans running at night. The ocean is LOUD at night with all windows open. TV is tiny (but we weren't there to watch TV). The upstairs (bedroom areas) aren't separate rooms - but are separated by a half-wall of sorts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik H.

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

On the Beach

The best thing about cottage is its location right on the beach. It makes it a great deal considering the price. It is pretty hot in the summer, and the fans aren't really a substitute for AC. However, for the price I could entertain relatives that were in town and we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

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

Wonderfully charming house. Great views and location. We didn’t have 0 problems at house.

We would for sure come back to this wonderful little house. Works great as a base. Everything was tip-top inside. Good value for price. Best recommendations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen O.

Great location. Would give 5 stars if there was AC...

The location is wonderful. Walking distance to town and amenities but still feels private. The view of the ocean from the lanai is amazing. The biggest downfall was the 85 and 90 degree days and no AC- it was miserably hot inside. There are fans which when running drown out sounds of the ocean, which was kind of a bummer too. We would totally stay there again if there was AC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa H.

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

Beautiful lanai view of surfers and sunsets!

This is our second time staying here. We love the location! The house is perfect for a family of four. Perfect walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Popular running trail right out the front door. The lanai is perfect for watching sunsets and surfers! Private, off-road, gated parking was nice. A few beach accessories available for use! Carla answered me back very quickly when I texted her. It does get a little hot in the loft in the evenings, but there are many fans in the house that help to cool it down.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Great Location, great view

The house is located in a great spot only steps away from all of the restaurants, shops, and a great little beach. Very easy commute to the entire island from Kona as well. Great place, great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Photos do not do it justice

Quaint, quiet little home. Well outfitted in the kitchen, wonderful views, great feel. It was the perfect spot for rest and relaxation, and as a weigh point for all our excursions on the island. We traveled every major hiway on the island and many, many others, always ending up back here to rest. Carla was very attentive to the small issues that came up, and everything went smoothly. Even on our rest day, doing “nothing” all day, was a great day. We watched a cruise ship anchor in the bay, snorkelers, divers, and surfers.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica a.

Beautiful views and prime location

We absolute loved this cottage! It was great to have the beach next door and every night we would enjoy cocktails on the porch watching local surfers and the sunset. It was nice to be walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops. At first we were nervous about no AC but it was not a problem at all, in fact I liked it more without it because the fans and cross breeze kept the place cool and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this cottage and stay there again if I'm lucky enough to return to Kona.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph g.

Truly a delightful place to enjoy Hawaii!

Location, location, location! Enjoying the ocean, walking to town and resting in the shade made our holiday a delight., many thanks Carla!, blessings.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed the cottage. We hope you return someday. Blessings to you!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

So lovely!

We loved our Kona home away from home! Stayed for 8 days - 2 adults and 2 kids. Nothing beats falling asleep to the sound of the ocean outside. We spent loads of time appreciating life in the porch. No complaints. Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Great location to Kona. Clean and comfortable. Carla was very attentive. I would stay here again.

Loved the closeness to ocean and sound of waves. Linea was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Carla Gomes

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Owners were born and raised in Kona and currently live on the island. We can quickly service your needs right away should there be any requests. This property has been in the family for many years. We are very happy to share this vacationing experience with you at beach front. "We have had many, many enjoyable and memorable family birthdays and special gatherings right here. This is where we all come to".

Why they chose this property

This cottage is in a unique location. Most of our guests are repeaters. We have a couple returning for their 10th year. Our location is popular during the Annual Ironman Triathlon Event in October as you will be right in with all the action. Watch the swim from your lanai and later the biking event right at roadside. Then walk to town for the final event.
Our guests have said "You don't need a rental car to stay here". There is a county public bus system that takes you around the island which stop is a few yards away from the cottage. A free shuttle also provides transportation up and down Alii Drive. Not necessary to have a rental car.
The cottage is located within walking distance to Kailua-Kona town where you will find restaurants, shopping, churches, a public library, open air and farmer's market, the famous historical Hulihe'e Palace, and much more.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location. A short stroll to the historic Kailua-Kona Village. Shopping, restaurants, churches, the open air farmers market. But best of all, enjoy your relaxing evenings watching the breathtaking sunsets from your private lanai and sipping your favorite beverage. There is a small county sandy beach right next door. However, not ideal swimming conditions.
Tidepooling is ideal in front of the cottage when low tide.

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