WHALE'S TAIL - Spectacular ocean views! Beachfront in Magical Puako!
House in Puako, HI
8 guests · 3 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 essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Combine the sandy beach next to your back yard with the thoughtfully placed windows that give you excellent views from nearly every spot in the house—upstairs and down—and you’ll love the Whale’s Tail for your Hawaii vacation. Not only is the entire ocean-facing wall built with windows, but also an additional row of large clerestory windows above them ensures that the second- floor loft space has ocean and sunset views. The décor throughout the home echoes the beach, ocean, sky and mountain environment: clean white walls, sandy shades of upholstery, blue-gray cabinetry and tiles of sand and sea colors. Original, local artwork—even in the bathrooms—adds to your sense of place in this very special corner of paradise. This home is 'hosted', with the family's residence also on property but the layout was designed for maximum privacy for both homes.
BEDROOM & BATHROOM
• Bedroom 1: Downstairs Cal King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Bedroom 2: Upstairs Master Cal King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Bedroom 3: Upstairs 2 Queen size beds, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Guest Half-bath
Hawaii GE & TA tax number 097-892-3520-01
BEDROOM & BATHROOM
• Bedroom 1: Downstairs Cal King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Bedroom 2: Upstairs Master Cal King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Bedroom 3: Upstairs 2 Queen size beds, Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub, double vanity, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan
• Guest Half-bath
Hawaii GE & TA tax number 097-892-3520-01
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Puako, HI
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Reviews
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is a fabulous property, better than the pictures. It was clean, and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook in. It’s a very isolated neighborhood. A nice clean, virtually private beach right out the back door, with nice tide pools for the little ones. We had a great week.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent home. This was the second time we have been to the property and we arrived with high expectations and were not disappointed! All the utensils and equipment in the house were well thought out. Location is one of the best on the island, quiet, great views, beach, safe and varied, snorkelling, whales and turtles. What more could you want? Will come back again!
10.0
Nice home in a quiet area. Enjoyed access to the ocean.
10.0
This is a wonderful location, perfect for low-key swimming and also for more serious swimmers and snorkelers. The kitchen is well-equipped, and the beach equipment includes beach chairs, beach towels, a beach umbrella, life vests and aqua socks in both child and adult sizes. There is an extra frig/freezer in the garage, very helpful. Beds are comfortable, sheets and towels very nice. We spent a lot of our time either at the lanai or on the beach in front of the house. All in all it was a great week and we will be back.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Lovely property. Well equipped with everything you might want for your stay.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Can Not Wait to Come Back!
10.0
We loved our stay at this beautiful property and amazing location. Our entire stay from beginning to end was 5 Stars. Everything we needed was right there including the General Store right down the street which has the best fresh baked cookies! Totally relaxing setting for a perfect "real Hawaii" get-away. The welcome basket of goodies and the welcome note were a very nice touch. We will most definitely be back! Thanks for everything!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Whale Tails is a great house in a wonderful location. We enjoyed the beach access for snorkeling and lying around. Fabulous sunsets and star gazing. There is a great general store walking distance down the road and sometimes we were adventurous and would walk to the nearby beaches and resorts. We loved the place.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property is an oasis. So amazing. Spent a week at a condo in kona that was tons of fun but busy. The following week was spent at whale's tail and I couldn't imagine a better experience. We basically just went out to eat once a day and cooked at the property the rest of the time. It had everything we needed. My wife described it the first night as heaven on earth. I hesitate to say so much as we will definitely be back. Such a calm little oasis. There's so much to do on the island but honestly just hanging on the property and the beach I'm not sure you would need to do anything else. Maybe not for everyone but if you're looking for an amazing place to just relax and unwind I'm not sure you could do better than this spot. We all loved it.
10.0
Just a beautiful home and location.
Enjoyed the morning sunrises and sunsets.
Will return next year.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our second stay at Whale’s Tail was just as magical as our first. The house is so perfect for the location. So clean, comfortable and well stocked. The beds are comfortable. The management was very welcoming, receptive and easy to work with.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice charming house on the beach. Exactly what I expected
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The management team of Jenny and her husband, Matt and Robbie could not have been better, nicer or more professional. We had some things happen that were out of anyone’s control and all was handled so well
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful home, fabulous location, excellent management company. We will be back!
8.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed in the owner's home next to the rental property Whale's Tail, due to storm damages to Whale's Tail in December.
10.0
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We traveled to the Big Island with a family group to celebrate our parent's 50th anniversary. We love Puako and couldn't have picked a more beautiful home or accommodating rental agency. The house has three bedrooms with four beds and 3.5 baths. There is air conditioning available in every room (if needed). In addition to being beach-front at one of the only accessible entry swimming beaches in Puako, it was also very quiet, with lots of privacy from the nearby homes. We loved waking every morning for a dip in the ocean and walking out onto the volcanic tide pools for the best sunset view. The lanai was always shaded, and the loungers were super soft and luxurious -- five stars. We used the outdoor beach shower every day to rinse off. Plus, the gas grill worked great, and there was an extra propane tank. The beds were very comfortable, and the home was incredibly well stocked with beach chairs, towels, and everything you would need for the kitchen.I was thinking of something that would have improved the stay, which was very difficult. The one thing I'd recommend is adding hand-held shower sprayers in the showers. That is always a plus for a sandy beach. We wouldn't hesitate to rent again if we had a large group. And you really can't beat the service. Everyone we dealt with at the management company went the extra mile. We look forward to returning to Puako soon.
10.0
Beautiful location and wonderful house!!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Whale’s Tail perfectly matched its description - and then some! The home is beautifully appointed with tasteful art on the walls and very attractive furnishings/appliances inside & out. All you need to do is pack your clothes and toiletries and fly to Kona, Hawaii. We snorkeled daily and never failed to swim with the turtles and beautifully colored tropical fish. Did we mention the wonderfully clean and beautiful white sand beach? Our hosts could not have been more caring and thoughtful. This place could not possibly be improved upon - it is simply the BEST!
10.0
Well maintained, responsive property manager
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Absolutely fantastic! The home was beautiful and the location was amazing! The beach was secluded and quiet with calm waters and great views. Really felt like Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Breathtaking. The home has a great layout with lots of open space, a perfect view from the master suite, and very private.We'd go back in a heartbeat!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful home and well furnished. Amazing view. Gorgeous beach! Stunning cove to swim and snorkel.Will definitely stay again.
10.0
Everything was absolutely perfect! There was room for everyone to have their private spaces and be able to all join together in a wonderful open room and lanai to enjoy treasured family time. The house is incredibly well equipped but if you need anything, Mary is right on it! The beds and sheets were super comfortable. The beauty of the ocean is in full view. It was so incredible to walk right out to the beach and relax or swim or snorkel. Thank you!!!
10.0
Our family has been blessed to be able to travel all around the world and I can say, with certainty, that this is one of the best vacation rentals we have ever stayed in. Amazing location, fantastic property, great communication, and on and on. We will certainly return and hopefully sooner than later.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We very much enjoyed our week! The home is large, clean, and well-stocked. Mary even helped to arrange grocery delivery so we could hit the ground running after arriving in the evening. We enjoyed being right on the water and heading out for adventures. We would love to return!
10.0
I can’t say enough great things about our stay. Whale’s Tale was fabulous. The home was clean and well outfitted. The layout of the bedrooms was perfect for our family and the home is much larger than what I’d expected from the pictures. The location cannot be beat. It really did feel like we were on a private beach. The snorkeling right out the backyard was fantastic. We saw amazing fish and sea turtles every day of our visit. I actually cried when we had to leave. We will for sure be back. Thank you, 2Papyas!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our first trip in two years. Normally we have traveled all the time up until covid. So lots of barriers to break through, from airports, planes, etc. Returning to Puako was a dream come much so we're coming back. What an amazing way to re-enter the world-at-large. The Big Island is unsurpassed and the perfect place to re-enter with extended family. Perfect house for multi generations.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed here three times and it is one of our favorite places to come back to. I am truly torn about leaving an honest review because we feel like this place is our little secret, but the people here have been so good to use over the years that I feel I owe it to them. The house is immaculate, the staff is wonderful, and the location can't be beat. The only down side is that it is pretty far from civilization. There is a little general store within five minutes walk but the nearest real grocery store is a fifteen minute drive. But if you're looking for a quiet place to get away from it all, you can't beat the Whale's Tail.
5.0
The perfect house in the perfect location. Very well equipped kitchen with beautiful view of the ocean. We were very lucky to stay in this home.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fabulous, comfortable, spacious house in a great location if you like to be away from resort madness. Very well equipped. Great swimming. Decent snorkeling if you find the right spots. We can't wait to come back.
5.0
Everything is better than in the pictures! Great trip.
5.0
The house in gorgeous, the view is incredible, the location is perfect, and Mary and the team with 2 Papayas are wonderful. Cannot recommend this place enough!
5.0
If you think of the perfect Hawaiian retreat as a peaceful private beach, a crystal clear ocean full of marine life, glowing red sunsets--all enjoyed with family, then Whale's Tail is the place to come! The house is amazing, with an open layout and lots of windows to remind you that the ocean is only steps away. Mary with 2Papayas, who manages the property, was great at communicating from the moment we booked until we departed. The house was thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed in the kitchen and throughout including water toys and snorkel gear in the garage, plus many small "luxuries" like chilled spa towels waiting in the refrigerator that were a perfect refresher after a day at the beach. We couldn't have asked for a better, more relaxing vacation!
5.0
This is an amazing house to spend a week on the beach in. Five us stayed here and enjoyed the snorkeling right off the beach in front of the house. The views are amazing too. A short walk around the sandy point and you can soak in the beautiful sunset. The house was very well maintained with a well stocked kitchen. The bedrooms were spacious too! Mary and the 2Papayas team were a delight. We highly recommend this spot. We will be back!
5.0
We just returned from an amazing stay at Whale’s Tale. It was everything we hoped for and more. We swam with turtles right behind the house every day, saw whales from the deck, enjoyed the beach (pretty much your own private beach), the tide pools, snorkeling and swimming. Quick drive to restaurants, shops and excursions. Lat20 delivered kayaks and paddle boards right to the house and we used them every day. Hapuna beach down the street is great for waves and boogie boarding (which the house had for use in the garage). Sunsets from the beach were spectacular. The house had everything we could need from kitchen supplies to beach towels and beach chairs. You never have to leave the property and beach playground. We will definitely return. The 2 Papayas team made the stay perfect with their organization and communication and amazing welcome tray of Hawaiian goodies (including 2 papayas). Thank you for one of the most memorable vacations ever!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Puako?
The average price for a rental in Puako is $514 per night. This rental is $1,053 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at WHALE'S TAIL - Spectacular ocean views! Beachfront in Magical Puako!. 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 WHALE'S TAIL - Spectacular ocean views! Beachfront in Magical Puako! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at WHALE'S TAIL - Spectacular ocean views! Beachfront in Magical Puako!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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