🏖️Connoisseurs of eye candy | Fanatics for light & space |vrKCV
House in Honalo, HI
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
vrKCV - GMH at Keauhou Estates 9, Professionally Managed by Kona Coast Vacations
Imagine a warm, welcoming place where families and friends can feel a sense of peace, and share in the wonderment of seeing the blue Pacific Ocean stretch out, uninterrupted, from south to west to north. The pictures don't lie: you have probably never been in a private home with views like these, and they are yours to enjoy from the pool, the spa, the den, both dining areas, the bedrooms, the lanais… you get the idea. Lots of glass here: it's floor to ceiling in most of the house. Connoisseurs of eye candy, fanatics for light and space, welcome! You're home.
The property is surrounded by gorgeous tropical vegetation (see photos), lovingly tended since 1992 by one of the Big Island's most renowned landscapers, Dwayne Richmond. There aren't many better ways to start a day than having your coffee on one of the garden benches, surrounded by Dwayne's handiwork. (The vegetation isn't just pleasing to the eye; it also provides privacy, and a lot of it.) If it's raining, or if you just want a different perspective, sip your java while taking in the amazing treehouse view from the upstairs lanais- it's awesome.
To minimize GMH's carbon footprint, most of our electricity comes from the PV panels on the roof. Power is stored in an Enphase battery array- the first in the state of Hawaii. There's never an extra fee for using the air conditioning at GMH.
Each of the four bedrooms has its own private bathroom, independent air conditioning, ceiling fan, king size bed, and high def t.v. There is a Jacuzzi in the north upstairs bathroom.
Go ahead and revel in the privacy that is one of GMH's trademarks, but don't worry about feeling too isolated. The common area of the house is basically one big, open room, cooled by breeze or AC, which looks out on the Pacific. Here, you and your family and friends feel connected to the ocean and the sky, and to each other.
The pool (70 feet long) and spa both face the ocean: same incredible view you have from the inside, only now there's sky over your head. Sitting in the spa with loved ones, beverage in hand, watching the sun drop into the Pacific… don't be surprised if you get a little teary. I know I do.
Convenience comes with the territory at GMH. Keauhou Shopping Center, with its supermarket, drug store, good restaurants, shops, and urgent care clinic is four minutes away. It's 15 minutes to the town of Kailua-Kona, with its many attractions. Great snorkeling and surfing lessons are six minutes away at Kahalu'u Beach Park. It's nine minutes to beautiful La'aloa (White Sands) Beach. Various famous coffee plantations are 20 minutes away. Excellent walking (with spectacular views, of course) is right outside the front door on the immaculate sidewalks and streets of gorgeous Keauhou Estates.
Finally, for those of you who plan to use GMH as a home base for longer excursions, your host would like to provide you with some templates for full-day and half-day trips from the house. These are only suggestions, made available just in case you suffer from the “so many destinations, so little time” syndrome, and are feeling a bit overwhelmed. If you have an interest, please remember to ask for the booklet called “Rob's Road Trips, Restaurants, and Snorkel Spots” when you reserve the property.
This is a home worthy of its magnificent surroundings, where memories to last a lifetime are created. It would be an honor and a pleasure to welcome you to this place, which means so much to me.
Your host,
Rob
This is a No Smoking, No Pets Property. 7 Night Minimum, 10 during Ironman and Christmas. Hawaii Tax ID: W 050-312-0896-01. Please be aware that noise aware decibel warning devices are installed in this home. They do not record any conversation, but they do alert us if the noise levels exceed the residential limits in the area.
STVR Registration #: STVR19-342961. Non-Conforming Use Certificate #: NUC19-227
Imagine a warm, welcoming place where families and friends can feel a sense of peace, and share in the wonderment of seeing the blue Pacific Ocean stretch out, uninterrupted, from south to west to north. The pictures don't lie: you have probably never been in a private home with views like these, and they are yours to enjoy from the pool, the spa, the den, both dining areas, the bedrooms, the lanais… you get the idea. Lots of glass here: it's floor to ceiling in most of the house. Connoisseurs of eye candy, fanatics for light and space, welcome! You're home.
The property is surrounded by gorgeous tropical vegetation (see photos), lovingly tended since 1992 by one of the Big Island's most renowned landscapers, Dwayne Richmond. There aren't many better ways to start a day than having your coffee on one of the garden benches, surrounded by Dwayne's handiwork. (The vegetation isn't just pleasing to the eye; it also provides privacy, and a lot of it.) If it's raining, or if you just want a different perspective, sip your java while taking in the amazing treehouse view from the upstairs lanais- it's awesome.
To minimize GMH's carbon footprint, most of our electricity comes from the PV panels on the roof. Power is stored in an Enphase battery array- the first in the state of Hawaii. There's never an extra fee for using the air conditioning at GMH.
Each of the four bedrooms has its own private bathroom, independent air conditioning, ceiling fan, king size bed, and high def t.v. There is a Jacuzzi in the north upstairs bathroom.
Go ahead and revel in the privacy that is one of GMH's trademarks, but don't worry about feeling too isolated. The common area of the house is basically one big, open room, cooled by breeze or AC, which looks out on the Pacific. Here, you and your family and friends feel connected to the ocean and the sky, and to each other.
The pool (70 feet long) and spa both face the ocean: same incredible view you have from the inside, only now there's sky over your head. Sitting in the spa with loved ones, beverage in hand, watching the sun drop into the Pacific… don't be surprised if you get a little teary. I know I do.
Convenience comes with the territory at GMH. Keauhou Shopping Center, with its supermarket, drug store, good restaurants, shops, and urgent care clinic is four minutes away. It's 15 minutes to the town of Kailua-Kona, with its many attractions. Great snorkeling and surfing lessons are six minutes away at Kahalu'u Beach Park. It's nine minutes to beautiful La'aloa (White Sands) Beach. Various famous coffee plantations are 20 minutes away. Excellent walking (with spectacular views, of course) is right outside the front door on the immaculate sidewalks and streets of gorgeous Keauhou Estates.
Finally, for those of you who plan to use GMH as a home base for longer excursions, your host would like to provide you with some templates for full-day and half-day trips from the house. These are only suggestions, made available just in case you suffer from the “so many destinations, so little time” syndrome, and are feeling a bit overwhelmed. If you have an interest, please remember to ask for the booklet called “Rob's Road Trips, Restaurants, and Snorkel Spots” when you reserve the property.
This is a home worthy of its magnificent surroundings, where memories to last a lifetime are created. It would be an honor and a pleasure to welcome you to this place, which means so much to me.
Your host,
Rob
This is a No Smoking, No Pets Property. 7 Night Minimum, 10 during Ironman and Christmas. Hawaii Tax ID: W 050-312-0896-01. Please be aware that noise aware decibel warning devices are installed in this home. They do not record any conversation, but they do alert us if the noise levels exceed the residential limits in the area.
STVR Registration #: STVR19-342961. Non-Conforming Use Certificate #: NUC19-227
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Honalo, HI
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Reviews
10.0
Our family of 8, ages 8-75 yo, had an incredible stay at this home. Very well stocked and comfortable with a view that cannot be beat. The bedrooms are all en suite and it was truly the perfect house for us. Waking up to that view and going to bed every night after watching the sunset is something that we will all always remember!
10.0
The photos don’t do it justice. The home is very large and rooms are perfect. We will go again. Thank you.
10.0
Beautiful home. Beautiful setting. We loved it. Too bad we couldn’t stay longer.
8.0
Most impressive thing..panoramic, unobstructed sunset views. Impeccably clean. Overall well stocked cooks kitchen. Pool most suitable for adults. Interior tastefully furnished. Management very responsive to issues.
10.0
Aloha! We had an Amazing trip to the Big Island and this VRBO was Fabulous!! The view is breathtaking. The house is amazing! We were close to grocery stores, eateries, art galleries and more! The Island has so much to do! Rent a jeep and go see the green beach. The black beach was amazing too! The Host of this house was amazing from his recommendations to the art work on all of the walls, to the amenities. This is a must stay vacation spot. I’m home now and I miss this place already! Have a wonderful vacation!
10.0
What a terrific experience from start to end. The home was gorgeous, well appointed, and the views are to die for. The neighborhood is exquisite, and the customer service was wonderful. Thanks for a great stay!
10.0
Outstanding property with great views. Very nice pool and a functioning hot tub were used daily. In addition to being a beautiful place, it was clean, and had all the little things needed to make your stay easy and enjoyable.
Kona Coast Vacations provided excellent details about getting into the property and did regular follow-ups to ensure our trip was going as planned. Will definitely utilize them again on our next trip to Hawaii
10.0
The property itself is amazing but the views are unbelievable. Amazing sunsets and wonderful views of the ocean. There were 4 couples in our group so the house worked perfectly for everyone to have their own room and bathroom. Hoping for an opportunity to stay again.
10.0
What a beautiful, well located house! It was as wonderful as the pictures suggest. Would highly recommend.
10.0
The house may be a bit undersold in its description. It is amazing! It has everything you need and more. The view is the best I had on the island. I highly recommend this rental.
10.0
What a beautiful location!!! The Sunsets were Amazing!!! The beds were very comfortable and the home had everything needed to make our stay enjoyable!
Mahalo for a beautiful trip!!!
10.0
Property was great. 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Great view of the Kona coast and unbelievable sunsets.
10.0
Our recent stay in a remarkable Hawaiian property was an absolute dream. Tucked away in a secure neighborhood, this vacation home was a perfect sanctuary for our group of four couples. With breathtaking views and a stunning pool, it provided an unforgettable experience.
The highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the mesmerizing vistas. Perched atop a hill, we were treated to panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and lush surroundings. Each sunset painted the sky with vibrant colors, reflecting beautifully in the azure waters. Waking up to such natural beauty was a true blessing.
The house itself exuded comfort and luxury. With its spacious layout, we had both privacy and ample space to spend quality time together. The bedrooms were elegant havens for relaxation.
The house is just south Kailua-Kona and convenient to Keahou shopping center.
The property management team was communicative and helped prepare us for a wonderful vacation but also very non-intrusive. They did a a great job of making our stay enjoyable.
10.0
Amazing location and views. Home is a bit outdated and needs to be updated. Cleaning is done poorly but it’s Hawaii and their standard of clean is a bit different so we understand, sticky floors and counters and can’t walk barefoot because you will need pedicure the next day ☺️.
Over all it was great!
10.0
We had the best stay at this property! The views throughout the home are second to none. It is the perfect place to lounge around the pool, with loungers, chairs and pool floaties available. The kitchen is fully stocked with utensils/appliances. The neighborhood is beautiful and we enjoyed our daily morning walks. It is about 15 away from Kona, however, there is a supermarket and some shops & restaurants that are even closer and more convenient. Management was very responsive - we had trouble with the AC units and a technician was sent the next morning. We absolutely loved this property and would stay here again in a heartbeat! We are already jealous of its next tenants :)
10.0
We loved the separate areas for plenty of privacy along with the large kitchen, living room & dining room in the center for gathering all together. Even the outside area allows for space but togetherness. We all had a great time swimming & playing corn hole. There are views from almost every room in this home. I loved watching the sunset while making my evening cocktail at the wet bar in the upstairs bedroom. There is a coffee pot upstairs also which allows for a little wake up time out on your own balcony before joining the group downstairs. Kona Coast Vacations did a really good job of accommodating us & checking in to be sure that our stay was enjoyable. We all had a wonderful stay & will definitely be returning.
10.0
This house was amazing and the neighborhood was beautiful! The actual property is better than the pictures. They don't capture the full extent of the amazing views and some are outdated since some furniture and appliances have been replaced. Overall it's a great house for family and friends to gather. The layout gives a lot of privacy for the bedrooms but allows everyone to be together in the main part of the house. There are a lot of pool floats and beach/snorkel gear available to use in the garage. The only downside that I didn't see mentioned much in other reviews is the steep, narrow, curved driveway. There's limited space to turn around and street parking isn't allowed, so parking is challenging for 2-3 cars.
10.0
This house and the views are exactly as described. Loved the place and we had a great time!
10.0
Spectacular views! Beautiful pool and heated jacuzzi. Home was clean and and well appointed… including many “water fun”amenities. Kitchen had a surprisingly amount of staples which was a very nice bonus:-). Highly recommend!! 5+ stars!!
10.0
Our family had a wonderful week staying at this house. The views are amazing and the home itself was even better in person. We had a blast swimming in the pool and the spectacular sunsets every evening. Highly recommend!
10.0
What a Wonderful Kona property. Spacious, clean, oh so comfortable. My family could not stay out of the large (wide) swimming pool that stretched across the back side of the property. The wall to ceiling slide glass doors brought in the cooling trade winds. Air conditioning was on order when it became too hot. The complete gourmet kitchen had everything you would need. Even 2 coffee pots. Thank you to Kona Coast Vacations for providing some delicious Kona coffee. (we even drove to the coffee company to buy more). The Weber grill came in handy so we didn't have to venture out for most dinners (my son in-law is a great BBQ master). The large dinning room was more than enough room for the 6 of us with 2 toddlers. It could have seated 12 people.
The bedrooms were large and spacious and with king size beds. The platform beds were clean and comfortable. One master suite it's own wet bar.
The property had everything you need. Right down to the soap and shampoo.
Unfortunately, one bathtub/shower had a slow drain. I pulled out a big wad of hair and that was that took care of it. Be careful of the steep curved driveway. It's a little tough to navigate with a large SUV. There is no street parking.
2.0
If you don't require hot water in your vacation rentals THIS is the property for you! The property management company did have the Problem fixed - AFTER FIVE DAYS! For this major inconvenience we were refunded one-half of one nights stay and we were directed to reread the rental contract when we said we were unsatified with the refund amount.
Less of an issue but still VERY annoying is that none of the photos show the giant hose you are required to leave floating in the pool during your stay as this is the only filtration system for the pool. It still doesn't get clean; so be prepared to scoop out all the bugs and frogs that will greet you in the morning.
This property is great if you like icy showers and a dirty pool at a premium price. Mahalo
10.0
Amazing, beautiful property. Gourmet kitchen. Plenty of space. Great pool.
10.0
Great Quite beach house in Kone
The house met all our expectations. plenty of space for entire family of 7. The bedrooms were great with A/C units in each individual room. :)
10.0
Amazing property!
The house was great and the pool was awesome! We spent most of our time in the pool. Three bedrooms had gorgeous ocean views. The main living areas all had ocean views.
We loved our vacation here!
10.0
Amazing!
The house was amazing as advertised! Very clean. Great layout. All the bedrooms had their own bathrooms. The pool was perfect. And the views were INCREDIBLE! Our family had a wonderful vacation and would definitely stay here again.
10.0
Exceeded Expectations
When you search and search, read reviews and study properties hoping for the best, it’s wonderful when a property exceeds your very hopeful and high expectations!! Our group of 8 found this property to be all we hoped for and more!! Seeing everything in person after looking at the online pictures so many times, truly was a dream come true. The views of the ocean and sunsets are truly stunning. We spent so much time at the pool and spa enjoying that amazing view while relaxing. The beds were comfy, the house neat and clean and the kitchen easy to cook in. It was perfect for our group of 4 married couples to each have a room with a king bed and private bathroom. The large dining room table where you can open up all of the doors was utilized many times for dining and playing games. We felt right at home and loved every minute of our stay!! We highly recommend this beautiful home!!!
10.0
Gorgeous private panoramic view!
Comfortable house and private retreat. The view is incredible and wonderful place to watch sunsets. Lots of privacy inside and out! The furniture and beds were super comfortable. So nice to have a private pool to lounge by as you stared at the ocean!!
10.0
Gorgeous home, just needs a bit electronic updates
We loved it here so much so that we booked the property again. That said a few updates would be helpful like outlets near the beds for modern devices, the dishwasher works but seems like its making its last stand; and the main tv dies not support modern streaming apps
Little things really the home is spacious and beautiful and the views- yes make your jaws drop:) Finally property mgmt was attentive and helpful throughout 🙏
10.0
Incredible views!!
This property has it all! Two master bedrooms & baths upstairs & two bedrooms on main level. If I had a child under 3 I would ask for a pack n play & keep them upstairs. There are a LOT of sliding doors, making you feel outside when they are all open. The 180 degree views are incredible thx to the layout of the house. Overall the kitchen is well equipped (we had a birthday & had to go & buy a baking dish) but everything rlse we needed was there, including spices etc.
10.0
Ocean panorama
This property is absolutely beautiful. The ocean view is spectacular and the landscaping is lovely.
10.0
Beautiful house
Amazing house with a great view . Property Management were really greatful with really good communication overall couldn't of asked for a better time at the house
10.0
Lovely home
Our family had a wonderful week and enjoyed daily rainbows and gorgeous sunsets! We hope to return again!
10.0
Better than the pictures!
The photos don't do this justice. It's far better in person. This is a great Basecamp with stunning sunsets. The backyard is private and quiet. This is great for a family, because every room has it's own bathroom, and views! It's really close to a grocery store, Kona, and manta rays.
There are many pool toys and snorkeling gear, so you don't have to rent them.
10.0
Absolutely stunning property
I was born and raised in Fiji which has some of the most beautiful islands and landscapes in the world. I have been to Oahu 18 times and The Big Island 8 times. This was definitely the most stunning property I have ever stayed at. The view was incredible and the sunsets breathtaking! We actually cancelled our last dinner out because we wanted to enjoy our last sunset from the house. Thank you for an amazing stay!
10.0
Awesome location and gorgeous property. Perfect for vacation with kids.
The property is a very nice house with a huge pool. The view is absolutely gorgeous. We can see sunset on the ocean every day. The house is very clean and spacious. Property management is very responsible. The jacuzzi stopped working and the pool guy came in the next morning and fixed it. I strongly recommend this property if you visit big island.
5.0
The house exceeded our expectations & was even more fabulous in person! We can't wait to stay here again!MAHALO
10.0
AMAZING HOUSE!
The house exceeded our expectations & was even more fabulous in person! We can't wait to stay here again!
MAHALO
10.0
Great property and fantastic views
This property is a wonderful place to vacation. The views and the accommodations were great. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and regret not staying longer. Our kids loved the pool and we enjoyed the views of the sunset. Great place!
10.0
Beautiful! Better than the pictures! Would love to come back!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Honalo?
The average price for a rental in Honalo is $699 per night. This rental is $1,257 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 🏖️Connoisseurs of eye candy | Fanatics for light & space |vrKCV. 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 🏖️Connoisseurs of eye candy | Fanatics for light & space |vrKCV. Enjoy the water!
Is 🏖️Connoisseurs of eye candy | Fanatics for light & space |vrKCV pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 🏖️Connoisseurs of eye candy | Fanatics for light & space |vrKCV?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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