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Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views

Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and outdoor pool

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Beautiful Sunsets
Easy to find
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Privacy
Swim, play badminton, volley ball, read, relax ...

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 52000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
  • Place, Kailua Pier
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views

“Wow.”
That’s the first word guests say when they arrive — and it’s easy to see why. The beauty of this place will take your breath away.

If you’re dreaming of an authentic Hawaiian escape, welcome home. Wake up to the scent of tropical flowers, the songs of colorful birds, and the peaceful rhythm of island life.

This private estate is a true hidden gem — spacious, serene, and designed for total relaxation. Set on a lush one-acre property in one of Kona’s most desirable neighborhoods, you’ll feel completely removed from the bustle of town — yet you’re only minutes from pristine beaches, local markets, and the vibrant heart of Kona.

At a comfortable 900 ft elevation, just four miles north of Kona Village, the air is about ten degrees cooler than the coast with refreshingly lower humidity. Open your windows to let in the gentle ocean breezes — no air conditioning needed, just pure island comfort.

Enjoy complete privacy with no neighbors in sight and sweeping 180° ocean views that stretch endlessly toward the horizon. The fertile landscape bursts with exotic fruits and flowers — everything here thrives, and so will you.

I live quietly upstairs and fully respect your privacy. I’m here if you need anything, but otherwise, the space is entirely yours to enjoy.

Welcome to Kona Heavens Hideaway — your peaceful home away from home. Tucked into the countryside yet close to everything, it’s truly the best of both worlds: the magic of old Hawai‘i with the comforts of today.

Registered with the State of Hawaii: W01435344-01

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
All children are welcome
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Make a pile of your sheets and towels.
Wash your dishes
Be sure to double check for all your belongings.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is a SMOKE FREE Property. There is smoking on the street in the beautiful neighborhood.
Quiet time is between 10 pm and 8 am. The pool and spa can be used but music must be low.

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-000-310-4768-01, TA-000-310-4768-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located in Kalaoa, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Kailua Pier and Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation, or check out an event or a game at Holua Racquet and Paddle. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Kailua Pier - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 15 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pine Tree Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fireart Cuisine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kona Mountain Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent! Private Pool & Hot Tub - 180 degree Ocean Views located?

This family-friendly Kailua-Kona holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation and Lyman Kona Coffee Farms. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, enjoyed the pool and hot tub very much. Also frolicked around the yard in the rain and it was wonderful. My husband and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Beautiful home and wonderful host

This property was a little piece of heaven and Sandra was a dream host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Fantastic

Private, amazing view of ocean & sunsets!! Quiet, peaceful, breeze for some cooling in the hills! Lovely owner Sandra & great hospitality!! Thank you 🌴🌞😄😘
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexey k.

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

Great place to stay, will come again

The place was absolutely amazing and we enjoyed every minute. Views are out of this world. Will stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

zack n.

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

Big Island Heaven

A perfect home base for a small family on the Big Island. Beautiful pool and hot tub, don’t even need to dry off to cook in the outdoor kitchen while still enjoying the incredible view. Owners are super nice and the property is absolutely impeccable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry G., Gresham oregGon

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

Eleven days in Paradise

My wife and I loved our eleven days we spent at this home. The views from the home are outstanding. Each morning eating our breakfast from the outside kitchen and listening to the birds and watching the clouds drift over the ocean are priceless memories. The neighborhood and overall location of this home are excellent. We will be back again to the Big Island and staying at this home.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Neal S., Seattle,WA

Perfect get away for family or just a couple

I can't say enough good things about our vacation at this home. I did tons of hours of research looking for a vacation rental on-line. I keep coming back to this one as it had it's own pool and hot tub, which not that many did, and the price was very reasonable.. I had some trepidations about sharing the home as this is a basement rental. Turned out that this home is very private like it says. I couldn't have been more pleased. Now for the good stuff. The pool and spa were fantastic. We loved the outdoor kitchen and covered patio area's. The views were very good as we watched the sunsets and the boats come and go from a little harbor. The grounds were gorgeous and filled with flowers and fruit trees. This is such a good place I actually wish that we had more time just to enjoy the views, pool, etc.. Another great feature is this homes location. I had never been on Hawaii before and didn't really know the island at all. I knew that Kono was the dry side and that was about it. This home is close to just about everything we did. Costco is just down the hill, but the home is in a quite residential neighborhood. Kono Diving Company, (which I have to highly recommend as well. You absolutely have to do the night Manta Ray snorkel or dive. We did the snorkel and it's worth coming to the island just by itself. Research this, you wont be disappointed), is also just down the hill about 10 minutes away. It's almost centrally located between the volcano and Hilo as well, both of which we visited in day trips. This trip was a big deal for my family of four, something we can't afford very often, but I would not even considered staying anywhere else on the big island. Thank you Sandra for this rental and a place we will remember always!

4/10 Poor

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Not at all as posted

VRBO advertises that when you rent through vrbo you are renting the entire property & not sharing your vacation with owners. That is not the case with this property. You are renting 2 rooms in a basement of the house they live in. You see and hear them every day and are expected to adhere to quiet hours to not disturb them. We rent through vrbo vs. others so we can have a house to ourselves. In addition the room search parameters were 2 bedrooms, 2 FULL baths and a living room. There are only 2 rooms - a bedroom and a living room that has a bed in it & 1 full bath. If someone wakes up early & wants to use the living room you can’t because people are sleeping in it. When I asked the owner, who was at the “house” we rented, where the 2nd full bath was she told me there was an outside shower. That was a shower head with no privacy walls so you’d need to take a shower in your bathing suit or be ok showering nude in the open. When we got there we explained the property was not advertised accurately and we specifically searched for 2 bedroom/2 full bath house and got a 2 room basement and asked to be let out of the rental - even offered to pay a portion of the rental-so we could find something like what we searched for- she refused. Was not empathetic at all. We stayed away from the property as much as possible because it felt awkward sitting out by the pool when the owners could see/hear us from their deck. The property was beautiful and we would have loved enjoying it privately
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

barbe a.

Beauty, Serenity, Privacy

I cannot say enough good things about our stay at Sandra's beautiful Hawai'i home. This was our first return to the islands since our honeymoon thirty years ago, and this property made it a perfect anniversary gift to ourselves. I'll admit to a good bit of nervousness about booking a private residence online, especially one with so much glass (privacy?), but it said that the entire lower level was ours only, so we went for it. When we arrived, we were reassured that indeed, it was all just for us- The pool, spa, surrounding deck, back yard, all of it! I could make my morning coffee in my ratty tee shirt and shorts just like at home without worrying about dressing for the neighbors. We could have wandered around in our altogether, if we were that sort. It was that private. The home and grounds were exactly as photographed. The interiors were spotless, the yard and gardens were impeccably maintained. The outdoor kitchen had everything we needed to prepare breakfasts and dinners, while being shaded from the sun and dry when it rained. There was a blender for making smoothies from all the fruit we picked in the gardens, and a coffee grinder for the coffee nerd in me that has to have fresh ground beans every morning. (Everyone on the island has their favorite Kona roaster- ask around. They aren't shy about it) We would go out in the mornings to explore, swim, shop, walk across lava fields, eat, try local brews, whatever. When we had gotten toasted enough by the sun, we would return to our mountainside retreat where it was cooler and quiet, and relax in the warm spa or take a swim in the pool. Then it was time to choose- go out for dinner at a waterside restaurant and watch the sunset, or make dinner and see the sunset from our kitchen? Tough decisions, right? The location of this home is perfect. Far enough out of town to be quiet and relaxing. Close enough to town for when we wanted to mingle like the tourists we are. In the heat of the day, the elevation makes the home cooler. At night we kept the sliding doors open to the breezes and didn't miss air conditioning at all. We woke to the sounds of birds we've never heard at home. I must mention Mango, a young cat who liked to join us most mornings at breakfast, and make figure eights around my ankles while I did the morning dishes. Charming. Impossible not to like her. Say "Hi" for me when you see her. We would recommend this property to anyone, and we plan to return there on our next trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

DJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay here! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

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

Island living

If you're looking for an authentic island vibe, this is the perfect place to stay.Sandra was a fantastic host, and the property—nestled up in the mountains—offered stunning ocean views and lush, tropical surroundings. The outdoor kitchen gave us a true taste of island living, and the area was filled with beautiful wildlife. It was incredibly private and peaceful, a true escape.Our favorite part of the day was enjoying breakfast outside, taking in the breathtaking scenery and listening to the natural sounds around us.Highly recommend this magical getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Great property

Absolutely lovely property! Loved the outdoor kitchen, pool, hot tub and great lawn for playing badminton and volleyball.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Paradise indeed

By far the best VRBO we have ever been to. Yes the kitchen is outside. Does it matter? No! It’s Hawaii! Delightful property, owner is very friendly and helpful. She was always prompt when answering any questions we had. Free tropical fruit and eggs. Pool is deep enough to practice your snorkeling or free diving techniques. Lovely neighborhood. Loved staying in the hills above Kona, it was always a little cooler up there. The standard by which we will judge all future VRBOs.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Amazing oasis!

My family and I stayed for a week at spring break and enjoyed our stay. This stay is the bottom floor of a large house and a giant back yard full of fruit trees. We enjoyed spending time outdoors, the ocean view and especially the fresh fruit and avocados. The hot tub was also very nice and we made use of the badmitton set and basketball hoop. Unfortunately the pool was broken during our stay, but we were given a partial refund for this and I'm sure it's fixed by now. After the crowded beaches, it was always nice to come back to this peaceful oasis. It felt very private even being in a neighborhood.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Mom daughter trip

Amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaina U., Springfield

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

Memorable Kona Stay

Our family enjoyed our stay, with family members reporting that this was our best trip yet to Big Island. Sandra greeted us warmly upon arrival. She kindly left a few homegrown goodies for us in the fruit bowl, which was a big hit. The outdoor kitchen is very well appointed, and we did not eat out for any of our meals. Sharp knives, basic spices, proper cookware-we were not disappointed. The family grill master enjoyed having all the tools he needed to get the job done. Of course the backyard pool, toys, sunset added to the wonderful experience. The beds were a comfortable place to land at the end of the day. Plenty of linens, a spare toothbrush for the one who left his at home, toiletries-all much appreciated. The provided beach towels were thick and absorbent. The washer and dryer worked well, and it was so helpful to have cleans clothes when needed. And the location. Surprisingly convenient, to Costco, to the highway up the hill and down the hill, plus so many attractions with an easy drive's distance. Our family of 4 highly recommends a stay here while in Kona.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna G.

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

Fantastic Stay

This is a wonderful property with great views, beautiful pool (and hot tub) and a very comfortable home. Outdoor kitchen was well-stocked. The gardens are gorgeous too. Central location to this side of island. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry R., Washington

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

Wonderful Stay

This property was the perfect home base for our family's first trip to Hawaii. We wanted a mix of relaxation and exploration, and Sandra's property made both of those fantastically easy. Our whole family enjoyed downtime in the pool, hot tub, and yard playing badminton while the location made it a good jump off point for trips north or south along the coast or to head towards Hilo. Also convenient for airport, groceries, and restaurants. The house was immaculately clean, the kitchen was well stocked for cooking, & the beach toys, chairs, and towels were much appreciated. The memories of the lovely ocean view looking over the gorgeous yard's diverse and beautiful foliage mixed with the bird sounds will always linger when thinking of our time there!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Great property and within close distance to everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time staying at this beautiful home. The views are absolutely incredible. Property owner very kind and even kept out luggage after check out since we had a late flight. Outside kitchen and pool were really nice. Great place to watch the sunset.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Great Escape

We got to enjoy Hawaii with out sharing our space. All the comforts of home but in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

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

Exceptional property and location

The pictures do not do the property justice. The yard is a Hawaii botanical garden. There’s fresh fruit (that you get to enjoy!) and flowers of every kind. The house is perfectly located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to town, restaurants and airport. The sunset views are so stunning, we made a point to try and be back on most nights for that. Further, the house was spotlessly clean and very well stocked in the kitchen, with towels and beach equipment. We were 2 couples concerned with privacy for each. However, we found that the house worked very well. Sandra and Ken were responsive and generous hosts. This is a place we want to go back to again.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Perfect hilltop retreat!

We had the best time at Sandra's place - it's a wonderful place that was incredibly relaxing. We took advantage of the indoor/outdoor space, the pool, hot tub and amazing views. Sandra was responsive and welcoming. We'd love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip T.

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

A Piece of Paradise

We had an amazing stay! The space was perfect for us and the kitchen was very well stocked. We loved watching the sunset on the 180 degree ocean view from the hot tub. The landscaping is beautiful, and we enjoyed walking around the huge yard. We snapped a photo of a green lizard with blue feet resting on a bird of paradise flower...incredible! We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack G., Mercer Island

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

Recommend neoprene vests if planning to use pool in winter

We had a great time. We found the host’s description and prior comments to be true. It is that private. Since the pool is a major feature, here is some info for planning that might be useful. We stayed during the first half of November. We travel with a kitchen thermometer (not calibrated but reasonably accurate) which I used to measure the pool in early morning and late afternoon which is when we swam. The morning temperatures ranged between about 76F and 71F as the days progressed. The afternoon temperatures were 3 – 4F warmer depending on the weather. We travel with 3 mm neoprene vests. We used the pool every day. The pool might have been too cold for us (we're both retired) without those vests. If you’re coming in the winter and don’t already have vests or shorties to keep you warm in the water, amazon lists many at very reasonable prices.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sandra

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Aloha,

My name is Sandra and I have lived in Kona since 1970. I came from California in search of cleaner beaches to ponder my future. As it turned out, I stayed - and have loved living here ever since. I have traveled the world and must say 'there is no place like home'. When my children grew and moved out I discovered that this home was too big for me, so I turned downstairs portion into a vacation retreat, which includes the pool, yard and downstairs kitchen and I'm so very happy to share this precious, peaceful place with visitors and share my knowledge of the Island as requested. I look forward to meeting you.

Why they chose this property

This particular area of Kona is perfect as far as climate and location. I have lived in many different areas of the Island, and this location is, by far, the BEST.
At 900 ft. elevation, the great views are expansive and the climate, temperate. Coastal living can be very hot in Hawaii, while we are enjoying soft trade winds to keep the temperatures perfect. I also love this location because there are approximately 12 world class golf courses within a short drive, and the harbor is just 3 miles away, a launching place for many water activities. We are on one full acre , a beautiful park with no neighbors below us, which gives us all the privacy you could ask for.

What makes this property unique

Wake up to the sweet sounds of songbirds, lounge around your private pool and soak up the warming rays of the sun. Leisurely prepare some breakfast in the outdoor kitchen while enjoying the peacefulness and beauty all around you. IF you feel like going for a little walk, this is one of Kona's most beautiful neighborhoods with safe, quiet roads and little hills or steep ones if you would like a challenge.

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