Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.
4.9
Outstanding(116 Reviews)House in Captain Cook, HI
10 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Aloha,
And welcome to Maka Nui! The name means Big view which you will see when you enter the gate to our paradise. The home sits on a cliff overlooking an undeveloped and historic coastline including Kealakekua Bay and Pu'uhonua o' Honaunau national historical park. The beaches and parks below the house feature some of the best snorkeling and kayaking in the Hawaiian Islands.
The house is a spectacular 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom estate residence with 2 additional cottages. There is a great pool on a beautiful privately gated 5-acre parcel in a prime location! This property features the main estate residence with breath taking views of Kealakekua Bay and 30 miles of coastlines and perfect climate at elevation of approximately 1000 feet. All the amenities you would come to expect are here.
Including: A gourmet kitchen and beautiful wood flooring plus so much more. The primary suite has a large en-suite with an oversized tub/spa with a large walk in marble shower and is on the main level of the house.
All 4 lower guest bedrooms have en-suites also. The house features a very large 15 hundred sq/ft screened in lanai on the upper level. This encompasses a large dining table, bar, couches, and dozens of chairs to enjoy the sunset. Also, on the lower level there are spacious lanais to enjoy the views.
There is also an abundance of fruit trees that you are welcome to pick and enjoy...when in season.
The home is equipped with top-of-the-line beds, furniture, art, and appliances. We have made every effort to make sure your stay is the experience of a lifetime
There are several local beaches, coffee museums, parks, grocery stores, and dozens of great restaurants. All close by. The Big Island offers some of the best fishing in the world and the majority of the highest rated golf courses in the Hawaiian Islands. Other adventures to consider are the Volcanoes national park or star gazing on Mauna kea.
All guests will be met with an Aloha basket of estate grown coffee, Hawaiian sweets and tropical fruits to start your stay.
All bathrooms will be stocked including soap and shampoo.
You can also rent the top floor only with the main living area, master bedroom, kitchen, pool, and large lanai, for those who want luxury comfort for a romantic couple (email for price)
This property is one of a kind and a wonderful place to spend time with family. Please check our available times online.
No Events or large gatherings, registered guests only or otherwise approved.
(is it is not ok to solicit this sight)
And welcome to Maka Nui! The name means Big view which you will see when you enter the gate to our paradise. The home sits on a cliff overlooking an undeveloped and historic coastline including Kealakekua Bay and Pu'uhonua o' Honaunau national historical park. The beaches and parks below the house feature some of the best snorkeling and kayaking in the Hawaiian Islands.
The house is a spectacular 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom estate residence with 2 additional cottages. There is a great pool on a beautiful privately gated 5-acre parcel in a prime location! This property features the main estate residence with breath taking views of Kealakekua Bay and 30 miles of coastlines and perfect climate at elevation of approximately 1000 feet. All the amenities you would come to expect are here.
Including: A gourmet kitchen and beautiful wood flooring plus so much more. The primary suite has a large en-suite with an oversized tub/spa with a large walk in marble shower and is on the main level of the house.
All 4 lower guest bedrooms have en-suites also. The house features a very large 15 hundred sq/ft screened in lanai on the upper level. This encompasses a large dining table, bar, couches, and dozens of chairs to enjoy the sunset. Also, on the lower level there are spacious lanais to enjoy the views.
There is also an abundance of fruit trees that you are welcome to pick and enjoy...when in season.
The home is equipped with top-of-the-line beds, furniture, art, and appliances. We have made every effort to make sure your stay is the experience of a lifetime
There are several local beaches, coffee museums, parks, grocery stores, and dozens of great restaurants. All close by. The Big Island offers some of the best fishing in the world and the majority of the highest rated golf courses in the Hawaiian Islands. Other adventures to consider are the Volcanoes national park or star gazing on Mauna kea.
All guests will be met with an Aloha basket of estate grown coffee, Hawaiian sweets and tropical fruits to start your stay.
All bathrooms will be stocked including soap and shampoo.
You can also rent the top floor only with the main living area, master bedroom, kitchen, pool, and large lanai, for those who want luxury comfort for a romantic couple (email for price)
This property is one of a kind and a wonderful place to spend time with family. Please check our available times online.
No Events or large gatherings, registered guests only or otherwise approved.
(is it is not ok to solicit this sight)
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Family friendly
Map of Captain Cook, HI
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(116 Reviews)4.9
House is amazing, the pics dont do it justice. Host was great. Some of the fixtures and bathrooms are showing their age but not a problem for family stay. The pool had an issue which took a few days to resolve but we spent all our time at the awesome beaches
4.9
The house was so spacious and gave our family a WOW moment when we arrived. The property setting is a beautiful garden and the views of the valley and ocean are spectacular! We spent most of our time on the screened wrap around porch just loving the breeze and view.The pool was a perfect size. The location gave us quiet and privacy while being close to everything we needed.
Our hostess greeted us as we came and made sure everything was perfect. She was charming and helpful both during our stay and when we were planning the trip and gave us great local tips.
We wanted a special place since we were celebrating our 50th anniversary and this was really the special place of lifetime memories. Mahalo to our Hostess.
4.9
We enjoyed the breathtaking views and the expansive living areas. Maka Nui is beautifully designed with plenty of spaces for both togetherness and solitude. The kitchen is seemlessly connected to one of the living rooms, making a perfect setting for cooking together and socializing. The house has so many comfortable yet luxurious spots to lounge, converse, and take in the view. We really did not want to leave. The location was perfect for us. It is close to so much but secluded and peaceful. We really appreciated Candi's hospitality and the mangoes were literally falling from the tree!
4.9
This is a large home that made it easy for all of us to share.
4.9
Beautiful location with wonderful ocean views. The home was perfect for our group with plenty of room. Kitchen was well equipped for preparing our dinners each night. Shopping nearby made it simple and affordable.
Candace was a great host.
4.9
The home and the property were wonderful. The view from the lanai is the crowning jewel. Our party of nine had a great week. I highly recommend this property.
4.9
no soap in the showers or bathrooms but the host was very nice we didn't ask for anything some things were broken like the BBQ , pillows sheets and bedding were worn out. Once again the host couldn't be nicer and felt she did all she could.
4.9
Family of 8 (6 adults + children 9 & 11) enjoyed week stay at this large and inviting house with swimming pool, lots of parking and space for kids to play. Spent most of our time on the upper level with large & well equipped kitchen, large sitting room (TV worked well) and master suite. Ate family meals on the huge, wrap-around, screened lanai that also had lots of lounging areas plus bar fridge that was convenient. Overall an excellent choice for our family. Would mention, though, that lower-level bathrooms were tired (water pressure could be improved too) and in need of upgrade to match rest of house. Small disappointment was condition of pingpong paddles - only 3 were serviceable so we purchased a new one.
4.9
4 couples in this trip. The property is perfect for this kind of group. Each of the 4 bedrooms has its own bathroom and shower. The kitchen and living area is large and open creating a great meeting area. The screened in deck makes a relaxing area with plenty of furniture on all sides making a book reading get away easy. The pool in the midst of a beautiful landscaped yard was the icing on the cake. Candi was great checking in on us and letting us know we could call if anything was needed.
4.9
Unbelievable views! The house and grounds are immaculate. Candi and Jed are exceptional hosts. Manini Beach is just minutes away by car and offers good snorkeling access to Kealakekua Bay. This house has everything and is precisely as described in the listing information. Our party of 7 adults and 2 teens had a memorable vacation stay!
4.9
We were thrilled with our stay. The sunsets were amazing and so was the house. There. were 10 of us and there was plenty of room. The kitchen was stocked with everything imaginable. We loved our stay.
4.9
The Maka Nui felt like home away from home. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back. As others have mentioned, Candi is great, very friendly and laid back. I would highly recommend this house.
4.9
Wow! This house and property are beautiful!! My family and I very much enjoyed our stay!! The views are breathtaking, and I could sit on the porch all day every day taking in the ocean views!
4.9
Wonderful home and owners. Candi and her family are awesome and available when needed! Great place for large groups. Nice, spacious and comfortable common areas in main house. Everything you could possibly need in kitchen is available. Bedrooms are big with comfortable beds! Our group of 9 appreciated each bedroom having a full bath…really helped getting everyone ready and out the door quickly to enjoy Hawaii! Plus there is a bathroom in the common area of home. The lanai (patio) is enclosed by screen so you can enjoy the outdoors bug free and the view wowzer…fantastic. Great pool area for those times when you just wanna relax or enjoy a swim. The grounds are gorgeous and very private. We loved it.
4.9
Great home for our family of 9. Property was perfect for us.
4.9
We visited Hawaii with our family of 5 and a group of friends. The space was perfect for us! The rooms are huge and there's plenty of living space to hang out together, or spread out and read quietly on your own. The lanai boasts a gorgeous view - perfect for drinking coffee in the morning, catching a sunset, or practicing yoga if that’s your thing. We had a wonderful stay.
4.9
Some key points:
Great communication, which to me meant timely updates to questions as well as letting us know very clearly when people may be on the property for maintenance.
The property was what was described and the location, especially at sunset, was amazing.
Checkin was easy and our overall experience was what we expected for any location on the Big Island including teh sounds of nature and a laid back experience.
Would certainly recommend.
4.9
We spent a week in the house with 6 adults and 3 children and it was wonderful! Tons of space for everyone and the kids loved the pool and all of the space outside to run around. We would definitely book again!
4.9
Property was well maintained. The house was beautiful and the view from the house is amazing. Our group of 8 adults cooked in a few nights and we had everything we needed to prepare meals. House is about a 30-40 minute drive from airport but if you enjoy peace and quiet then this is the place for you.
4.9
The house was beautiful. Awesome shower. Nice Pool. Nice beds. Even on warm days there was a cooling breeze. Great view and no mosquitos
4.9
We had 8 people stay, extremely comfortably. There was a TON of space, inside and out. Very nice home, with a nice breeze all day and night. So comfortable.
We will stay here next time we come back!
4.9
My family and I stayed here for 11 days in January 2023 (10 of us, total). Overall it was a positive experience and we would recommend it.
Pros:
1. The view is incredible!
2. Every bedroom has its own bathroom, essential when traveling in large groups.
3. The pool was fantastic!
4. Candi, the host, was great.
Cons:
1. There were a million tiny ants in the kitchen and bathrooms. We had to throw away food left on the counter that became infested (cereal, chips, crackers). We learned our lesson and stored everything either in the fridge, in ziplocks, or in bowls/containers with lids.
2. We understand it's a big property, but it really wasn't very clean.
Things to Know:
1. There's no A/C. This wasn't ever a problem for us, but it didn't get very hot during our stay. There were plenty of fans to keep the air moving.
2. It's a 25 minute drive to Kona for shopping/dining.
4.9
The pictures do not do the property justice; the reality is much better than the pictures. My overall opinion is "great value" (I'd give it 9 out of 10; however, if it was a 10 it would be $400/night more). Many amenities were there; but, not listed - a good surprise (6 sets of snorkel gear). The kitchen is incredibly well-stocked with more than we needed, there's even an ice cream maker. Everyone in our group wanted to stay longer and/or return.
4.9
We had a great stay at this property. Candi (the local property manager) lives on the property and was a friendly, wonderful and responsive host. The property is a long way from downtown nightlife and beaches, so is not for everyone, but we really enjoyed it. There are some great food options close by, including groceries but it is more pricey than in K-K. We did have two toddlers and there are hazards yuo should be aware of (pool, stairs and potential falls from a high wall near the pool) so we had to watch them every moment, but it was manageable. The property is not for anyone with a Gecko phobia! Fortunately, we love them. There are some biting insects, including mosquitos, at dawn and dusk, but the main deck is screened. For anyone really sensitive to bug bites, take along repellant and antihistamines and you will be fine. But this was only a minor issue at dusk or when walking in the long grass etc. I was thrilled to see Hawaiian hawks daily, a very rare species. All in all a great stay. Thanks so much to Candi and the owners for providing us the opportunity for our family get together.
4.9
We so enjoyed our time at the Maka Nui estate. Beautiful views from nice big house with lots of space for the family to really spread out. The screened-in deck on the top floor allowed us to enjoy the outdoors bug-free. Highly recommended.
4.9
Such a wonderful meeting place for 4 couples from around the world. Privacy but close to everything you need. Amazing views and snorkeling. Candi even stopped in to introduce herself while we were cooking dinner.
4.9
We loved this rental! It was very clean, uniquely decorated, and large enough for everyone to have their own space. We will definitely be back!
4.9
We had an amazing time and the house was perfect for our group of 10. The views are unbelievable and the screened in lanai made it even better. Already looking forward to staying again.
4.9
Great house for a large amount of people
House was great lanai was huge With a variety of seating areas to enjoy pool was a great addition was close to famous snorkeling area.
4.9
Candi was spectacular helping us decorate prior to our arrival to celebrate daughter’s 40th birthday. She hung banners and placed signs in yard that I had mailed her and even purchased champagne with money I sent her. Home was lovely, well appointed and in great location. Our stay was perfect
4.9
It was fabulous for our big group. Pool was a huge hit with all of us. Candi was extremely responsive. Would definitely stay again.
4.9
Beautiful Views
This house is set in a beautiful location and the pictures of the view don't do it justice. Candi was very accessible and very quick to reply.
4.9
Maka Nui
Property was as pictured. Pool is unheated. Plenty of supplies and an amazing view. Appreciate the beach gear, chairs and masks.
4.9
We had a Fantastic time at Maka Nui with our family.
The view is mind blowing and the house, deck and grounds are equally awesome. My 18 month old granddaughter has add "gecko" to her vocabulary. Poured rained nearly every late afternoon/evening which we enjoyed, along with the frogs,which croaked louder as the rain became heavier.
Master suite up stairs is half the size of our entire home. Spectacular! The downstairs suite were also large and comfortable. Beach toys, beach chairs and umbrellas were available for use. Just pack them up and go.
This property had everything you would want or imagine.
Will hopefully return very soon.
4.9
Unbelievable Property - Pictures do not do it Justice
We had a Fantastic time at Maka Nui with our family.
The view is mind blowing and the house, deck and grounds are equally awesome. My 18 month old granddaughter has add "gecko" to her vocabulary. Poured rained nearly every late afternoon/evening which we enjoyed, along with the frogs,which croaked louder as the rain became heavier.
Master suite up stairs is half the size of our entire home. Spectacular! The downstairs suite were also large and comfortable. Beach toys, beach chairs and umbrellas were available for use. Just pack them up and go.
This property had everything you would want or imagine.
Will hopefully return very soon.
4.9
Family vacation to attend family wedding
Excellent stay, fabulous views of Captain Cook bay and the mountains. There was lots of space for each of 3 family units including bedrooms with full baths for 3 couples with 4 kids in a separate room also with a full bath. There was an extra queen bed in the master suite that did not even get used. The wraparound lanai and the pool were great additions and were used daily. The kitchen and very large island were in constant use but again with enough space that several people could be in the kitchen without running into each other. Other additions added to the experience including beach towels, beach chairs and umbrellas, laundry room , internet and cable. Candi was an excellent host!!
4.9
Our family had a wonderful vacation at Maka Nui Estate! The views from the lanai were amazing; we spent a lot of time out there eating, reading, and just enjoying the view and gentle breeze. Our kids loved the pool and giant bath tub, and there was plenty of space to spread out. The house is well stocked with pool towels and toys, as well as anything you could need for a beach day (cooler, umbrella, chairs). Mango trees on the property were fantastic! We had fresh mangos almost every day. Also, the coffee grown on the estate was amazing- we bought a bag to take home! I would highly recommend staying here- we had five adults and three kids in the house, and it was perfect for us.
4.9
Amazing views and relaxing atmosphere
Our family had a wonderful vacation at Maka Nui Estate! The views from the lanai were amazing; we spent a lot of time out there eating, reading, and just enjoying the view and gentle breeze. Our kids loved the pool and giant bath tub, and there was plenty of space to spread out. The house is well stocked with pool towels and toys, as well as anything you could need for a beach day (cooler, umbrella, chairs). Mango trees on the property were fantastic! We had fresh mangos almost every day. Also, the coffee grown on the estate was amazing- we bought a bag to take home! I would highly recommend staying here- we had five adults and three kids in the house, and it was perfect for us.
4.9
Excellent location, lots of fresh air, wonderful spot
4.9
John
Excellent location, lots of fresh air, wonderful spot
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Captain Cook?
The average price for a rental in Captain Cook is $373 per night. This rental is $1,436 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.. 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 Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.. Enjoy the water!
Is Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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