Kepharts' Ocean-view Hale: A Home Away from Home

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Property grounds
4.9
Outstanding(119 Reviews)

House in Kohala, HI

15 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 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 essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

This five-bedroom/three-bath home sits on five acres of land in the Kohala Estates. We specifically designed and built the house as a family vacation gathering spot. Its high ceilings and 760 square feet of windows make it particularly light and airy. Tradewinds and 13 ceiling fans help to keep it cool. The kitchen and the master bedroom have 180-degree ocean views plus the sweep of the Kohala Mountains, Maunakea, Hualalai, Mauna Loa, and nearly the entire Kona-Kohala Coast.

From the lanai, guests can watch a sprinkling of fishing boats, tour boats, military vessels, and pleasure boats. Several times a day a tug towing a barge pulls in and out of nearby Kawaihae Harbor. With good luck and timing, guests can spot Hawaiian spinner dolphins, humpback whales, and the occasional green flash. We can't guarantee blue skies and no mosquitoes; but odds are better here than anywhere else in the central Pacific. The house sits in the rain shadow of the Kohala Mountains, and annual rainfall totals are typically in the single digits!

We have tried to make our house a 'home away from home' for our guests. It is attractive and comfortable without being so fancy that guests are afraid to relax. The library boasts plenty of books and movies.

Extras: Guests will find enough kitchenware and linens to choke a flea market! The kitchen is well stocked with small appliances, utensils, pots and pans, dishes, glassware, flatware, and spices. Kids will enjoy several cubic feet of Legos and building blocks as well as puzzles, games, books, and other toys. Binoculars, beach towels, coolers, beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, and beach umbrellas are left out for guests to enjoy.. Visitors will not need to bring much besides their clothes and personal items.

Many of our guests consider this 'their' second home; and accordingly, our most popular times can be booked over a year in advance. Fall and late spring usually have the best availability.

Guests will also enjoy a Blu-Ray player in every bedroom, a satellite TV with Hi-Def in the living room, and WiFi Internet access.

Location, Location, Location: Most of our guests appreciate not only the ocean and mountain views but the house's convenient location. It is in a semi-rural neighborhood, which has no street lights and a myriad of stars at night. Weather is usually warm and dry. Within easy driving distance to the Big Island's premiere beaches and golf courses, it is also conveniently located within driving range of Kailua-Kona and Hilo. Good restaurants and shopping opportunities are an easy drive away. Neighboring houses are quite a distance away, and the neighborhood is quiet and safe.

Each day offers lovely sunrises and sunsets as well as moonrises and moonsets. The star-scape on a clear night is breathtaking.

Home away from home: The house is very comfortable, clean, and well-maintained. Many of our guests say that they feel right at home as soon as they walk in the door. The living room walls are lined with books, videos, and art work. The 2400-square-foot house features a large central great room with bedrooms and bathrooms across the back and south side. This open floor plan allows for privacy as well as communal activities.

Most of our guests especially appreciate the wrap-around lanai, which includes 840 square feet facing the ocean. The lanai has five table-and-chair sets, two lounge chairs, two small tables, and a gas barbecue, which makes it perfect for communal meals or individual relaxing and reading.

The driveway is large enough for off-street parking for up to six vehicles.

The house is surrounded with irrigated foliage and flowers, which are especially colorful and beautiful in the spring and summer months.

People who are looking for a getaway or a place to get-together at a reasonable price will find that Hale Kephart fills the bill.

Hosted Property

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.9
Outstanding(119 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
This was a perfect space for our family and we all enjoyed it very much. It was a tad out of the way but we were primarily there to be together with our son and his family who live in Japan. The Kepharts were wonderfully accommodating of our needs and we were all grateful for that as it made our arrival and departure much smoother. Our young grandchildren were together for the first time and got along wonderfully well. They enjoyed the games, books and toys. Our sons and daughters-in-law and daughter loved the lanai and we all spent our mornings and evenings enjoying the sunrise and sunset. The kitchen was fully equipped and worked well with multiple cooks! Everything was really great.
5.0
Aug 2024
The view from the porch made every sunset even more beautiful. A cozy home and family friendly
5.0
Aug 2024
Great views and lanai. Comfortably furnished. Everything you need for cooking. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. Some things are dated but everything works. Lots of windows and fans but gets hot when weather is hot.
5.0
Jun 2024
My Family and I had a wonderful stay at this property!!!! Absolutely no misrepresentation of the property. You will find a home that is maintained well and stocked up with family in mind. The sunsets and ocean views are amazing. Stargazing from the lanai was one of our favorite nighttime activities. The property owners were very helpful in planning for the trip and they literally live right next door. We did have one issue during our stay. I contacted the owners before we departed for our daily outing and by the time we returned it was corrected, I only bring this up as an example of how responsive the owners are. We tried several beaches during our stay, Hapuna Beach State Park ended up being the overall favorite of our group, the park is about 12-15 minutes away from the house. Again, we had a wonderful time, I would not hesitate to rent this property again in the future.
5.0
Jun 2024
House was amazing and location was perfect. Overall we were thrilled with the property. I did send a couple texts to the owners and never received a response but not a big deal.
5.0
Mar 2024
This was our 4th stay at Hale Kephart as this is such a unique property. It has expansive ocean views and we saw whales every day while staying early March 2024. House has 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, so very little time spent on waiting for open bathroom. Kitchen was fully stocked with utensils, pots and pans, dishes and fair amount of cooking oils and spices. Don and Kerrill have been wonderful hosts each and every time and can be a great resource for information about "The Spots". Already looking forward to next year's stay.
5.0
Mar 2024
We spent every morning watching whales on the lanai. The house is very spacious. The weather is amazing on that side of the island. There were 9 of us that stayed here. It was very roomy. We loved our daily wildlife visits. We will definitely return and reuse this house!
5.0
Feb 2024
Great house, view, accomodations, friendly landlord

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Kohala?

The average price for a rental in Kohala is $601 per night. This rental is $262 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kepharts' Ocean-view Hale: A Home Away from Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Kepharts' Ocean-view Hale: A Home Away from Home pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Kepharts' Ocean-view Hale: A Home Away from Home?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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