South Kona Ocean View Luxury 4+ Br Pool, Sleeps 10
House in South Kona, HI
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this house rental
Christmas Bookings must depart by Saturday the 28th. Puhala Hale is a lovely coastal hillside home boasting stunning panoramic ocean views of the South Kona Coast, offering a pool to lounge, and a recreation room with billiard table and tiki bar. Decorated with beautiful Hawaiian art throughout, the open floorplan with expansive covered lanais provides a perfect space to unwind, celebrate and rejuvenate with your family and friends. Guests receive an extensive list of closely located coastline beaches of black sand, cliffs, tide pools and lava flats.
Christmas booking must checkout on Saturday December 28th to allow for New Year's booking.
Puhala Hale is a spacious 4+ Bedroom 2.5 Bath one-of-a-kind vacation retreat featuring stunning panoramic ocean views of the South Kona Coast from nearly every room. The home is located on a 1-acre lot that offers great privacy, there are many different spaces for relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet of our "Old Hawaiian" style region away from traffic congestion, and the hustle and bustle of crowded tourist areas. The home is centrally located to many of the most popular Big Island sightseeing destinations and beaches, but once you have visited ours, which usually has no more than a handful of people, you will want to return again and again.
The homes 2800 sf footprint allows guests to find their own space. Your group can spread out or gather in the great room with glass doors to the expansive covered lanai areas overlooking the ocean. The great room style main living area offers an open floorplan perfect for entertaining the whole family featuring sliding glass doors with ocean views and living area seating including a sectional couch, love seat and Satellite TV/DVD player.
The kitchen is open to the living areas and features ocean views, Italian granite countertops, a gas range, wine refrigerator, water cooler and is fully equipped for the gourmet in the family. The dining area seats 6 and is open to the kitchen and breakfast bar area (seats 3) and has sliding glass doors with ocean views. The main lanai dining table can seat 4-6, and the second lanai area table seats 4.
The spacious main bedroom has a King bed with ocean views, private bath with double sinks and a walk-in closet, and features sliding glass doors to a lanai. The main suite has a Satellite TV and DVD player. The second bedroom has a queen bed and sliding glass doors to a private lanai with ocean views and a table for four with a hammock for relaxing. This bedroom also has a smart TV/DVD player and large closet space where a crib could be set up. The third bedroom features sliding glass doors with ocean views as well, a large closet space where a crib could be set up and Smart TV/DVD player. The fourth bedroom has a queen bed and is close to the master so perfect for youngsters if you want them close by. For families with babies or toddlers we offer 2 Pack 'n Play Cribs and a Highchair.
Set just far enough away from the main sleeping and living areas is the recreation room which features a Billiard Table, Tiki Bar, seating area with a Satellite TV/DVD player and a Queen bed perfect for kids or teens to have fun! Board games are supplied as well.
The plunge pool with large deck has amazing ocean views and is surrounded by palms giving you the feel of an ocean-wrapped oasis with it’s cooling coastal sea breezes it's perfect for comfortable sunbathing and in the evenings amazing sunsets and full sky stargazing. The main covered and tiled lanai overlooking the pool area has expansive ocean views with a large sectional couch and matching chairs for relaxing. There's a dining table which is perfect for game playing and relaxing while you watch over the children playing in the pool. Floaties are supplied as well as some beach towels.
The cooling breezes and the sun-warmed, dry climate is yearlong on the South Kona Coast, and the homes’ location is at an ideal elevation for temperature, never too hot, or chilly. Sitting at 600 feet elevation from the ocean Puhala Hale rarely gets too warm with daily average temperatures in the mid to low 80’s and in the evening temperatures average in the mid-60’s. A whole house fan offers extra cooling for evening comfort. Every bedroom has a ceiling fan and three have sliders with screen doors, the 4th bedroom has amazing night breezes that come down mountain so stays cool. The main living areas also have multiple ceiling fans and screen doors to let the cool ocean breezes in.
The Puhala Hale is located 33 miles south from Kailua-Kona, and 63 miles from the Volcano. The 60-minute coastal drive south of Kailua-Kona through coffee country is well worth it to enjoy this rural retreat that is still convenient and within a ten-minute drive to groceries and more. Milolii is a quiet coastal area, perfect to relax and enjoy the layback Hawaiian lifestyle, though close enough to take short trips to golf, shop and fine dine. Puhala Hale is convenient to Kona (approx. 1 hr drive) and the Hilo Airports, as well as a reasonable drive to Volcanoes National Park, City of Refuge, Painted Church, Green Sand Sand Beach, Ho'okena Beach Park, Punalu'u Bakery, South Point, Pu'uhonua O' Honaunau, and the Coffee Belt.
The Milolii area is world renowned for its pristine ocean waters and awesome deep-sea fishing opportunities. Guests are welcome to ship in their scuba gear if they are divers. This coastal area allows you to explore cliffs, blow holes, tide pools, caves and lava tubes while hiking along historical sites and ancient walls.
The Puhala Hale is a short drive down to the water and beaches where snorkeling and scuba diving is world class. Humpback Whale season is Dec.-March. So whale watching (and hearing at night) can become your favorite pastime. Just minutes to the waterfront there is Milolii Beach Park that's great for small children. Located near the park is a trail head to hike into the coconut lined black sand beach of Honomalino, where you may by chance get to swim with the sea turtles and spinner dolphins while sun tanning and enjoying the pristine beach and waters.
The home usually has 2-3 Snorkel sets, boogie boards and pool floaties but if you need more water related supplies go to Walmart or Costco.
Note: We do not have the coqui frogs that make a deafening evening noise in many areas around Kona! Be sure to ask this question before booking other homes!
Once you have booked, you will receive a welcome email which provides not only lots of house and area info but a wonderful list of suggested restaurants and farmers markets etc. to visit during your stay.
The home also has a welcome binder that includes sight-seeing suggestions, activities and house policies.
Puhala’s Amenities and Features Include:
• 4+ Bedrooms. 2.5 Baths, 2,800 Sq. Ft
• Plunge Pool, not heated.
• 5th Bedroom/ Recreation Room with Queen Bed, Billiard Table, Tiki Bar
• 1-Acre Panoramic Ocean View Lot with Sweeping Ocean Views and Concrete Drive
• First Class Builder Touches Throughout
• Beautifully Furnished with Contemporary Hawaiiana Decor
• Cherry Harwood Floors, Travertine Tile and Wall to Wall Carpet in Bedrooms
• 3 SAT TV and 3 TV/DVD set ups in Bedrooms some games and DVD library.
• Vintage Era Asian Bath Vanities with Designer Glass Vessel Sinks
• New Whole House Fan and Ceiling Fans throughout
• Imported Granite Countertops and Breakfast Bar
• Gourmet kitchen with Solid Wood Cherry Cabinets
• Top of the Line Appliances and Wine and Water Coolers
• 5 Glass Sliding Doors that Bring the Ocean Views Indoors
• Towels and Linens Provided
• Designer and Vintage Hawaiian Art Throughout
• 9’ Ceilings and Mahogany Wood Trim Throughout
• Sleeps up to 10 Guests Comfortably
• Large Tiled, Covered Lanais with Finished Ceilings/Fans and Can Lighting.
Puhala Hale Travel Times:
Kona Airport: 43 miles (1 hour 15 min)
Kailua-Kona: 35 miles (1 hour)
Kealakekua Town Center: 24 miles (40 min)
Captain Cook Town Center: 25 miles (50 minutes)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: 51 miles (1 hour)
Milolii Beach Park 3 miles, Tide pools for children, semi-rugged lava beach.
Honomalino Beach Cove: 3 miles and a 25 min hike-in from Milolii (swimming, snorkeling, dolphin and seal watching)
Ho'okena Beach Park: 25 miles (45 minutes) (wonderful where you can drive up to beach)
Neighborhood shoreline: 2 miles to (there are amazing cliffs with a blowhole)
Hilo: 90 miles (1 hour 50 minutes)
Closest Grocery Stores: Ocean View Market or Malama Market 13 miles (20 minutes)
Costco 40 miles (1 hour)
Walmart 37 miles (1 hour)
Bugs: Hawaii is a warm tropical island, and insects are common. Terminix treats the house regularly, and we encourage our guests to keep food sealed or in the refrigerator, and empty the trash as needed. Insects are an unavoidable part of the tropical environment, so we do not offer refunds because of the presence of insects.
Christmas booking must checkout on Saturday December 28th to allow for New Year's booking.
Puhala Hale is a spacious 4+ Bedroom 2.5 Bath one-of-a-kind vacation retreat featuring stunning panoramic ocean views of the South Kona Coast from nearly every room. The home is located on a 1-acre lot that offers great privacy, there are many different spaces for relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet of our "Old Hawaiian" style region away from traffic congestion, and the hustle and bustle of crowded tourist areas. The home is centrally located to many of the most popular Big Island sightseeing destinations and beaches, but once you have visited ours, which usually has no more than a handful of people, you will want to return again and again.
The homes 2800 sf footprint allows guests to find their own space. Your group can spread out or gather in the great room with glass doors to the expansive covered lanai areas overlooking the ocean. The great room style main living area offers an open floorplan perfect for entertaining the whole family featuring sliding glass doors with ocean views and living area seating including a sectional couch, love seat and Satellite TV/DVD player.
The kitchen is open to the living areas and features ocean views, Italian granite countertops, a gas range, wine refrigerator, water cooler and is fully equipped for the gourmet in the family. The dining area seats 6 and is open to the kitchen and breakfast bar area (seats 3) and has sliding glass doors with ocean views. The main lanai dining table can seat 4-6, and the second lanai area table seats 4.
The spacious main bedroom has a King bed with ocean views, private bath with double sinks and a walk-in closet, and features sliding glass doors to a lanai. The main suite has a Satellite TV and DVD player. The second bedroom has a queen bed and sliding glass doors to a private lanai with ocean views and a table for four with a hammock for relaxing. This bedroom also has a smart TV/DVD player and large closet space where a crib could be set up. The third bedroom features sliding glass doors with ocean views as well, a large closet space where a crib could be set up and Smart TV/DVD player. The fourth bedroom has a queen bed and is close to the master so perfect for youngsters if you want them close by. For families with babies or toddlers we offer 2 Pack 'n Play Cribs and a Highchair.
Set just far enough away from the main sleeping and living areas is the recreation room which features a Billiard Table, Tiki Bar, seating area with a Satellite TV/DVD player and a Queen bed perfect for kids or teens to have fun! Board games are supplied as well.
The plunge pool with large deck has amazing ocean views and is surrounded by palms giving you the feel of an ocean-wrapped oasis with it’s cooling coastal sea breezes it's perfect for comfortable sunbathing and in the evenings amazing sunsets and full sky stargazing. The main covered and tiled lanai overlooking the pool area has expansive ocean views with a large sectional couch and matching chairs for relaxing. There's a dining table which is perfect for game playing and relaxing while you watch over the children playing in the pool. Floaties are supplied as well as some beach towels.
The cooling breezes and the sun-warmed, dry climate is yearlong on the South Kona Coast, and the homes’ location is at an ideal elevation for temperature, never too hot, or chilly. Sitting at 600 feet elevation from the ocean Puhala Hale rarely gets too warm with daily average temperatures in the mid to low 80’s and in the evening temperatures average in the mid-60’s. A whole house fan offers extra cooling for evening comfort. Every bedroom has a ceiling fan and three have sliders with screen doors, the 4th bedroom has amazing night breezes that come down mountain so stays cool. The main living areas also have multiple ceiling fans and screen doors to let the cool ocean breezes in.
The Puhala Hale is located 33 miles south from Kailua-Kona, and 63 miles from the Volcano. The 60-minute coastal drive south of Kailua-Kona through coffee country is well worth it to enjoy this rural retreat that is still convenient and within a ten-minute drive to groceries and more. Milolii is a quiet coastal area, perfect to relax and enjoy the layback Hawaiian lifestyle, though close enough to take short trips to golf, shop and fine dine. Puhala Hale is convenient to Kona (approx. 1 hr drive) and the Hilo Airports, as well as a reasonable drive to Volcanoes National Park, City of Refuge, Painted Church, Green Sand Sand Beach, Ho'okena Beach Park, Punalu'u Bakery, South Point, Pu'uhonua O' Honaunau, and the Coffee Belt.
The Milolii area is world renowned for its pristine ocean waters and awesome deep-sea fishing opportunities. Guests are welcome to ship in their scuba gear if they are divers. This coastal area allows you to explore cliffs, blow holes, tide pools, caves and lava tubes while hiking along historical sites and ancient walls.
The Puhala Hale is a short drive down to the water and beaches where snorkeling and scuba diving is world class. Humpback Whale season is Dec.-March. So whale watching (and hearing at night) can become your favorite pastime. Just minutes to the waterfront there is Milolii Beach Park that's great for small children. Located near the park is a trail head to hike into the coconut lined black sand beach of Honomalino, where you may by chance get to swim with the sea turtles and spinner dolphins while sun tanning and enjoying the pristine beach and waters.
The home usually has 2-3 Snorkel sets, boogie boards and pool floaties but if you need more water related supplies go to Walmart or Costco.
Note: We do not have the coqui frogs that make a deafening evening noise in many areas around Kona! Be sure to ask this question before booking other homes!
Once you have booked, you will receive a welcome email which provides not only lots of house and area info but a wonderful list of suggested restaurants and farmers markets etc. to visit during your stay.
The home also has a welcome binder that includes sight-seeing suggestions, activities and house policies.
Puhala’s Amenities and Features Include:
• 4+ Bedrooms. 2.5 Baths, 2,800 Sq. Ft
• Plunge Pool, not heated.
• 5th Bedroom/ Recreation Room with Queen Bed, Billiard Table, Tiki Bar
• 1-Acre Panoramic Ocean View Lot with Sweeping Ocean Views and Concrete Drive
• First Class Builder Touches Throughout
• Beautifully Furnished with Contemporary Hawaiiana Decor
• Cherry Harwood Floors, Travertine Tile and Wall to Wall Carpet in Bedrooms
• 3 SAT TV and 3 TV/DVD set ups in Bedrooms some games and DVD library.
• Vintage Era Asian Bath Vanities with Designer Glass Vessel Sinks
• New Whole House Fan and Ceiling Fans throughout
• Imported Granite Countertops and Breakfast Bar
• Gourmet kitchen with Solid Wood Cherry Cabinets
• Top of the Line Appliances and Wine and Water Coolers
• 5 Glass Sliding Doors that Bring the Ocean Views Indoors
• Towels and Linens Provided
• Designer and Vintage Hawaiian Art Throughout
• 9’ Ceilings and Mahogany Wood Trim Throughout
• Sleeps up to 10 Guests Comfortably
• Large Tiled, Covered Lanais with Finished Ceilings/Fans and Can Lighting.
Puhala Hale Travel Times:
Kona Airport: 43 miles (1 hour 15 min)
Kailua-Kona: 35 miles (1 hour)
Kealakekua Town Center: 24 miles (40 min)
Captain Cook Town Center: 25 miles (50 minutes)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: 51 miles (1 hour)
Milolii Beach Park 3 miles, Tide pools for children, semi-rugged lava beach.
Honomalino Beach Cove: 3 miles and a 25 min hike-in from Milolii (swimming, snorkeling, dolphin and seal watching)
Ho'okena Beach Park: 25 miles (45 minutes) (wonderful where you can drive up to beach)
Neighborhood shoreline: 2 miles to (there are amazing cliffs with a blowhole)
Hilo: 90 miles (1 hour 50 minutes)
Closest Grocery Stores: Ocean View Market or Malama Market 13 miles (20 minutes)
Costco 40 miles (1 hour)
Walmart 37 miles (1 hour)
Bugs: Hawaii is a warm tropical island, and insects are common. Terminix treats the house regularly, and we encourage our guests to keep food sealed or in the refrigerator, and empty the trash as needed. Insects are an unavoidable part of the tropical environment, so we do not offer refunds because of the presence of insects.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of South Kona, HI
$$$$
Reviews
5.0
Amazing ocean views and well kept and maintained property. We found the owner (Nancy) to be very communicative and left very detailed operating instructions. The house is well maintained. We had 4 kids and 6 adults and had plenty of space for all.
5.0
Nice home away from crowds. Hour away from Kona if that’s a factor. Great view of ocean and sunsets. Very clean. Good communal spaces.
5.0
The house and accuracy of the listing was great. I would consider the lack of AC when booking. My family and I aren't as adjusted to the heat. There was a good breeze with windows open and cooled down overnight. I would stay here again.
5.0
View to die for
We stayed with 10 members of extended family in June 2022 for 9 nights at Puhala Hale. Overall, the experience was terrific. The house was beautiful. Well stocked with everything you need.The Best part of this property is the amazing ocean view. The pool is extremely small.Our 7 year old enjoyed it-, he's the only one.
The road down and the driveway are extremely steep,narrow, and windy.
Also,if you Stay here,be prepared to drive a lot to do things.Kona is a good hour away,and it's the closest!
Also,the local beach that was spoken of we did not get to because it was. 8 mile hike to get to it.
That aside, this rental fit our needs a d we recommend it especially for large families.
5.0
Lovely home with an amazing view
We all loved our stay. Our only issue was not being able to find the local beach. In our attempt to find it we were harassed by some locals so we gave up looking.
5.0
Loved our stay
We had two families together at the house and it was perfect. The house was well equipped with anything you needed. The beach close to the house was our favorite! No crowd., dolphins and snorkeling. Make sure to wear your sneakers as you will not have happy feet it you try reef shoes or flips. Great vacation.
4.0
secluded getaway
This is a beautiful house in a fairly remote area, perfect for anyone wanting privacy and quiet time. It's on a large property located on a steep hill overlooking the fishing village of Milolii and the view is panoramic. The kitchen is well-equipped for self-catering, and the common areas, both indoor and the outdoor lanai, are spacious. There is a nice games room with a pool table and some games. There is no railing around most of the deck, not ideal for small children.
There are a few fruit stands with cheap and excellent seasonal fruit very nearby. The nearest groceries and restaurants are at Ocean View, about a half hour drive, and they are very limited and expensive! Good to stock up in Kona before you arrive.
The nearest beach, at Honomalina Bay, is gorgeous with very few people. It's about a 10 minute drive to the coast and then a 20 minute moderate hike to the beach. No amenities and no life guard. The next nearest beach is at Ho'okena, about a 35 minute drive north; lots of amenities. Great snorkeling at both beaches, but be sure to bring your own gear - there really isn't any functional gear at the house.
4.0
Excellent stay: enjoyed each moment at the house
We enjoyed staying at this house: magnificient view on the ocean, very well equipped with pool and pool. The common areas are comfortable. We would have prefered a home closer to the best beaches such as Hapuna and Magic, but probably not possible to have such a house closer...
We recommend this house.
3.0
Beautiful home and view, but leaves a little to be desired...
The home is nice and the view is great, but there were more things broken than working unfortunately. The internet wasn’t working for 3 days...contacted the owner after troubleshooting (per her request) only to be met with her yelling at me that she was sleeping. I had a hard time getting over that to enjoy the rest of the trip. I had no idea where she lived, and called her when I returned back to the home, per her request. This was very unacceptable. The television only got 1 channel, and the Xbox didn’t turn on at all. Also, the blender was broken. Mind you we had 5 teenagers with us...and was trying to look up directions and book excursions while in the home. I would say she needs a house manager and to equip the home better, especially if you are going to put these items on the website as available. The beach the owner recommended was not only a few minutes away and was impassable as the latter part of the “trail” was underwater past jagged rocks and around several “private property” signs. We were able to find a wonderful beach about 30 minutes away, however, and loved exploring this beautiful island.
5.0
Beautiful home in Milolii, HI
Thank you, Nancy for sharing your beautiful home with our family. We loved the outdoor patio to enjoy the amazing ocean views, watch the sunsets and dip our feet into the pool during the warm afternoons. The kids brought their own tablets, and they enjoyed playing in the billiard room a few times. We cooked meals, read books, lounged and explored the island. Your house is spacious and offered so many amenities to make us feel at home. We loved watching the geckos, the goats eating on the hillside plus the cats who came to visit in the evenings. Your home was perfect for our family to have our own rooms and congregate in the kitchen and living room. We wished we had a longer vacation. We strongly recommend renting this house to anybody. It was so peaceful and quiet. The driveway is steep, but we figured it out. We can't say enough about your home. Thank you for making our family vacation one of our favorites. Aloha. - Barbara and family, Milton-Freewater, OR
5.0
The photos don't say enough! The view and house are amazing!
We flew into Kona Airport and drove directly to the house. The numbers at the top of the drive are not lighted and were a little hard to see in the dusk. But what a treat awaited us at the end of the cement driveway.
There were 6 adults and 4 elementary school aged children who had space to enjoy the home. We would add bug spray to the list of things to bring and we left some behind to share with the next guests.
There is no air conditioning but it was never a concern. There are fans everywhere and the evenings cool down in the lava mountain.
We spent time at the volcano, took advantage of the hints on bakery, restaurants and shopping that were part of the listing. We all hated our time to end!
Beaches are convenient and we did snorkeling and kayaking nearby. Our kids were lucky enough to see spinning dolphins and swam with turtles on a black beach. We bought local fruit and fish and ate out on the patio at night.
Great kitchen, pool room and washer and dryer.
The water provided was perfect and we refilled it for the next visitors. Only $1.50 in Ocean View nearby. We also had 2 dinners at Mele's on Route 11 about 6 miles away. Great service and fresh fish.
Strong w-ifi and great secure internet connection.
This was a family celebration and this VRBO made it even better.
2.5
If you like quiet and peaceful...this is for you! Great views of the ocean and very comfortable setting. The hammock and watching the birds at the bird feeder were my favorites! Our teens (4) loved the pool table...didn't use the pool as we were out doing the touristy thing most of the day. It was nice coming back to comfortable beds after long days of sightseeing. The owners have provided most everything you could ask for...washer, dryer, beach towels, even a wine refrigerator!! Mahalo Nancy for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. It was a pleasure talking with you as well as Carol. She was a gem!
5.0
Great Escape for our family of 6!
If you like quiet and peaceful...this is for you! Great views of the ocean and very comfortable setting. The hammock and watching the birds at the bird feeder were my favorites! Our teens (4) loved the pool table...didn't use the pool as we were out doing the touristy thing most of the day. It was nice coming back to comfortable beds after long days of sightseeing. The owners have provided most everything you could ask for...washer, dryer, beach towels, even a wine refrigerator!! Mahalo Nancy for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. It was a pleasure talking with you as well as Carol. She was a gem!
2.5
This house is beautiful! We wanted a vacation place near South Point and not overrun with tourists but at the same time, we wanted to be close enough to visit both the Hilo and Kona sides of the island, the location was perfect. Our flight arrived late and GPS did not work so I advise printing directions in advance and maybe using google to familiarize yourself with the area a little bit. My sister freaked about the driveway being so steep and navigating the rental car in the parking area was tricky. However, we had two men on this trip so we just tossed them the keys. The only other thing I would mention is that the pool table equipment wasn't in good condition. The cues were missing tips or broken. We managed to salvage a single stick and took turns which was great since we played pool almost every night.Everything else was beautiful. The house is huge and lovely, the kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with everything we needed. We stopped at the Walmart in Kona on the way in for staple items since we were staying for several days and then took advantage of the small grocery store in Ocean View (best prices FOR SURE in the area). We cooked most of our meals in the kitchen or on the grill, only eating out a few times during our stay.The view was spectacular and I pretty much lived in the hammock outside my bedroom. I would absolutely rent this house again.
5.0
Family Vacation
This house is beautiful! We wanted a vacation place near South Point and not overrun with tourists but at the same time, we wanted to be close enough to visit both the Hilo and Kona sides of the island, the location was perfect.
Our flight arrived late and GPS did not work so I advise printing directions in advance and maybe using google to familiarize yourself with the area a little bit. My sister freaked about the driveway being so steep and navigating the rental car in the parking area was tricky. However, we had two men on this trip so we just tossed them the keys. The only other thing I would mention is that the pool table equipment wasn't in good condition. The cues were missing tips or broken. We managed to salvage a single stick and took turns which was great since we played pool almost every night.
Everything else was beautiful. The house is huge and lovely, the kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with everything we needed. We stopped at the Walmart in Kona on the way in for staple items since we were staying for several days and then took advantage of the small grocery store in Ocean View (best prices FOR SURE in the area). We cooked most of our meals in the kitchen or on the grill, only eating out a few times during our stay.
The view was spectacular and I pretty much lived in the hammock outside my bedroom. I would absolutely rent this house again.
4.0
Stunning Home
This is a gorgeous home, very quiet and private, with a huge and well-appointed patio that maximizes the dramatic views. We enjoyed cooking in, relaxing and reading, and hiking to Honomalino beach for snorkeling and swimming. After hiking down from the house to the water and back up the very steep hills, we wisely decided to drive to the bottom and park before doing our daily exercise along the water! This was a good location to get to the volcano, however it was a bit isolated in terms of having access to nearby restaurants. Only negatives for us were the very small and cold pool, and the VOG that unfortunately was present most days of our stay, which prevented our being able to see any sunsets. Linda was very responsive and helpful and we really enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Gracious home with magnificent views
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful home. What a great place. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the views were incrdible. The house is beautifully decorated, the kitchen was terrific to work in, fully stocked with appliances like a blender and waffle iron. We appreciated finding a few items we had forgotten like spices and coffee filters. We even played pool in a wonderful game room when we werent sitting out under the stars. We loved hearing the birds in the morning and being away from the crowds in Kona.
There is a welcoming vibe, and the experience is totally casual yet gracious. The local spots like Honomolino, the markets in Ocean View, and easy day trips to Kona and South Point make it a good place to stay between excursions..It is in the dry part of the island, heavenly! We circumnavigated the island in a week's time with an overnight in Volcano. Always glad to get back to our place on the hill.
We will recommend this spot to others.
1.0
Would not recommend this property
I am not sure what happened between 2008 and December 2010 when we stayed here but I would not recommend this place to anyone Aside from the fact we arrived and the place was a mess, we had to ask for our first night rental back after the owner promised to refund and to this date, have not received our security deposit back, again after the owner promised to send it to us. This place is an unorganized mess and is not what is promised on the site.
In regards to amenities: listings are not accurate
Property well maintained: no
Good Customer service:no
Recommend to anyone: no
The beach here is amazing.. definately would go back to the beach...
5.0
A Wonderful Week
A wonderfuk Week. have had a great time exploring the Island. Lovely house.
The black Sand Beach (Honomalino) is worth the trek. Make sure you have water socks/flip flops to cross at high tide-sturdy shoes otherwise.
Pilothill, Ca & Freemont, Ca
5.0
Wild Spinner Dolphins
The house is beautiful down to the smallest details-big details too! The thought put into it is amazing-swimming w the Wild Spinner Dolphins and the volcano were amazing! Fabulous and Luxurious.
I Liked Thad Dillpins Tha Best Cha & Willie Great House!!
Las Vegas, Nevada
5.0
Absolutely Beautiful
Your house is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home. You have decorated the house amazingly. I was so amzed at the stuff you have here for us to use. It has all the comforts of home. Thanks again for everything we enjoyed our stay.
Grantsville, Pennsylvania
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in South Kona?
The average price for a rental in South Kona is $509 per night. This rental is $534 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at South Kona Ocean View Luxury 4+ Br Pool, Sleeps 10. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at South Kona Ocean View Luxury 4+ Br Pool, Sleeps 10. Enjoy the water!
Is South Kona Ocean View Luxury 4+ Br Pool, Sleeps 10 pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at South Kona Ocean View Luxury 4+ Br Pool, Sleeps 10?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
Explore similar vacation rentals in South Kona
Explore all rentals in South KonaSouth Kona travel inspiration
Read our blogGuides
Best East Coast Beaches and Getaway Locations You Can’t Miss
Budget Travel
7 Most Affordable Snowbird Destinations for 2025
Guides
Top Activities to Try in Panama City Beach, Florida
Guides
Top Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama: Adventure and Fun Await
Local Culture
Exploring Miami’s Wynwood District: Street Art, Food, and More
Guides
Fun Things to Do in Ocean City, Maryland
Local Culture
A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Dining in Orlando, Florida
Guides
Top Things to Do in Oahu and Honolulu