Quiet neighborhood. House had lots of toys and amenities. Very relaxing and enjoyable stay

Great location, great property, close to the water and many other locations we had planned. Host was fantastic!

We used the house as a home base to explore the island on many excursions. The highlight was watching/hearing the ocean and waves from the deck while eating breakfast each day, then soaking up the ocean sounds at night under the stars. Very comfortable accommodations with superb house host who is informative and friendly with a love for Hawaii.

The description of property was spot on! It is exactly an hour and half south of Kona and is in a very quiet neighborhood. The house is well equipped for staying staying there. We found the nearby swimming hole and ventured in for a quick swim. There is plenty of beach equipment and we used the snorkels.

The Makai Hideaway is a gem. It is well-equipped and worked well for our family (three generations). There are a numerous personal touches, and Cheryl is a very conscientious and responsive host. She has left guidebooks, information and even her own top 10 list. There is a lot to see and do on the island, so we did a lot of day trips. Everyone appreciated the large lanai, especially in the morning and at sunset. We often had gecko guests (very cute). The kids (teenagers) loved having their own space and their own beds on the lower level, especially after staying in more crowded accommodations earlier in the trip. Do make sure you read the listing carefully as the access to the lower is external- Cheryl is very open about this and it was fine for us but it would not work for everyone. The “swimming hole” nearby proved to be an excellent spot for snorkeling- on par with many more well-known places- though we could only go toward to end of our stay as the waves were too rough initially. Worth a special mention: We bought mac nuts in their shells from a stand on the road down to the house, and everyone loved cracking and eating these.

This property was perfect for our group. Our host went way and beyond to be communicative regarding our rental and provide additional information regarding things to do. We hope to return.

Any and everything one might forget to pack was available and immaculately stored. The beds were comfortable and we slept better than at home especially with the sounds of the sea hitting the rocks. We absolutely loved our stay and hope to go back!! It was especially relaxing after a grueling year of cancer treatments for Marianne. There is nothing you could do to make the stay more relaxing. Thanks for letting us use your beach chairs, etc.♥️

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A truly fantastic property set in a very quiet location With great sea views.

LOVED the house. We had a large party of eight and it was nice having separated upper and lower floor living quarters that accommodated everyone. There was a Pac 'n' Play and high chair which was great as we had an infant. There is a shed with every type of swim/sand/beach equipment imaginable. Cheryl was very easy to get ahold of and kept me updated with notifications to make the check-in/check-out process smooth. Very short walk to the beach. Unfortunately the waves were too high during our stay to go into the water. Only downfall was the drive down to the house. The switchback road leading the last 3 miles was not something we were used to and was nerve racking for us, particularly when it was dark or raining out. Otherwise, no complaints and highly recommend!

My family had an incredibly fun time staying in this house for a week. The house is clean and tidy, with island decor. Cheryl is a wonderful communicator with great activity suggestions and recommendations. We enjoyed the private snorkeling spot, and used it almost every morning. We like to be removed from the hustle of the heavy tourist population when traveling, and this house is perfect for that.

Cheryl's home is probably one of the most well stocked homes we have ever been in. It is very comfortable and our party loved grilling out on the deck and star gazing. The area is very dark and quiet. There is a bit of a twisty drive to get to the house, but being from Colorado, it really wasn't an issue for us. The house is located about hour away from everything, so each day we did have a pretty good trek into either Kona or down the other side to the volcanos and Hilo. Cheryl took plenty of time to give us suggestions as well as details about our stay. We hit the Costco after the airport and had plenty of things to cook or snack on if we didn't feel like looking for a place to eat. The only downside for our family was the layout of the house. We had two couples with two kids each. We intended for each couple to take one of the queen or king rooms and the kids to all stay together in the the 2 queen/ bunk bed room. However the only way to access the lower level is the outside stair case, its pretty separate. Also without air conditioning you have to leave the sliding doors open, and the screen doors do not lock, so the house is completely open all night or super warm. Even though our kiddos are a bit older ranging from 10-14 this made me a bit nervous. Which is more my personality than anything to do with the house. Cheryl was quick to offer me more sleeping options to keep the kids in the upper level with us, but in the end the dads traded off sleeping downstairs with the kiddos. The kids loved the area and thoroughly enjoyed the game room and lower patio. At no time did the area feel unsafe nor did anyone ever disturb us. I just happen to be a more nervous traveler than most when it comes to the kids. We had a wonderful stay and appreciated Cheryl's hospitality. The whole area is just beautiful.

Very relaxing, quiet area, LOVED the huge porch. Open and airy. Had everything we needed and wanted. Our host, Cheryl, was great to communicate with and we even had the pleasure of meeting her since she was staying at the house after we left. We would definitely return!!

This trip included my sister, my husband and myself and I am so happy I chose this house for our vacation. The house is exactly how the pictures look and is in a quiet relaxing area. Cheryl is wonderful and we got plenty of ideas from her on places to visit. Steve also brought us fresh fruit and avocados and also had great information about the island and the beaches. When we plan another trip to the big island will definitely rent this house again. Mahalo Cheryl and Steve

What a gem this place is, off the Beaten path but so worth it! Everything you need and more at this beautiful-hideaway! The place is spacious and so relaxing! Cheryl also thought of everything she was so accommodating for us and even had champagne set up for us when I mentioned we were renewing our vows for 35th anniversary. Well it may be an hour from the airport there’s so much to do around this place there’s a beautiful hidden beach so close to this place. We Definitely plan on coming back again so we can explore more in this area. I can’t say enough about this place and how helpful Cheryl was ! Mahalo

Great location. Beautiful home and grounds. Cordial neighbors. Host is a 10 with communication, and knowledge of the area and things to do on the island. Our stay was everything you can imagine for a perfect stay. Will definitely be back

Our family of 5 stayed here for 5 days. This property was very clean and decorated in a super charming way. Cheryl was helpful with her knowledge of the area and the home was stocked with many different supplies that we used including beach chairs, boogie boards and beach umbrellas. Stephen shared the most incredible white pineapple with us and their personal touch was really nice. We loved the large deck and the sound of the ocean. The road to the property is not for the faint of heart, but we found it added to our adventure.

A little bit of a drive from the airport but more than worth it, nicely furnished with everything you could need ...

This was one of the best appointed rentals that we have ever stayed in! It was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. It is a little off the beaten path, which makes it charming, relaxing and the perfect distance from all the best places to see on the big island! You are only an hourish from Volcano’s national park, about 30 minutes from the southern most point in the US, 5 min drive with about 15-20 min hike from one of the most beautiful (and quiet) black sand beaches. You are in the midst of coffee country and great coffee at every turn (don’t miss Miranda’s!).Makai Hideaway has everything, very well appointed as I mentioned you only need to bring food, the owner has thought of everything! There is literally nothing that we needed that wasn’t provided. We travelled with our daughter and her friend (they are 18) and they had a separate place on the lower level that was perfect for them. We had a fabulous time and the views were nothing short of outstanding, mountain to ocean and breathtaking sunsets. We loved everything about our stay!

This was one of the best appointed rentals that we have ever stayed in! It was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. It is a little off the beaten path, which makes it charming, relaxing and the perfect distance from all the best places to see on the big island! You are only an hourish from Volcano’s national park, about 30 minutes from the southern most point in the US, 5 min drive with about 15-20 min hike from one of the most beautiful (and quiet) black sand beaches. You are in the midst of coffee country and great coffee at every turn (don’t miss Miranda’s!). Makai Hideaway has everything, very well appointed as I mentioned you only need to bring food, the owner has thought of everything! There is literally nothing that we needed that wasn’t provided. We travelled with our daughter and her friend (they are 18) and they had a separate place on the lower level that was perfect for them. We had a fabulous time and the views were nothing short of outstanding, mountain to ocean and breathtaking sunsets. We loved everything about our stay!

Beautiful location Perfectly appointed houseGreat access to everything Would love to return

Beautiful location Perfectly appointed house Great access to everything Would love to return

Perfect for family reunion or big group gatherings. Enough room for everyone to enjoy, indoor and outdoor, upstairs and downstairs. Well stocked house with all you need for the beach fun to family fun to a quiet reading corner to enjoy some private moment. Due to the current COVID situation, I picked a house away from tourist crowded areas (super cautious), it turned out to be a nice surprise with the most amazing black sand beach nearby, the fresh fruit stands filled with the most yummy papaya/avocado etc...I had ever had on the way, convenient to the best snorkeling beach.....and the amazing host Cheryl and property manager Steven！We had a pleasant stay and will definitely recommend the place!

If we could give Cheryl 10 stars, we would in a heartbeat! She greeted us with fresh fruit ( and continued to provide it throughout the week!), wine, and other island specialties. The house was spotless and had every possible amenity - more appliances than my kitchen at home, kayaks, grill, ceiling fans, etc. She provided us with countless recommendations as well (beaches, tours, restaurants). Although the house didn’t require any handyman work, we knew Steve was only a phone call away! Location was within reasonable driving distance to the entire island. Overall, a great stay at a great house with an awesome host!

We absolutely loved the house and the peaceful location. Charyl was very responsive and accomodating. We loved being able to walk down to the water for a quick snorkel, swim or kayak. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable for our two families. We hope to stay here again in the future and plan to recommend it to our friends!

This Casa is a gem! It is a little bit off the beaten trail, but that is what makes it special. The fresh air that flows through the house really rejuvenates one’s soul! The stars/ Big Dipper are Awesome! The host & caretaker are even more stellar? Aloha! Bill & Molly

Cheryl is great to work with. This is a great site for relaxing but not if you want to do a lot during your stay. We spent our time on the deck enjoying the view and sea breeze

Great Home, Great Location, Great Owner, Outstanding Family Vacation!

We had a few small issues while we were here but the owner took care of them right away and made things right. The sunsets are beautiful and even tho it rained it was nice to cool it down a bit. We were here for 11 days and 7 of those days we had 4 of our grandkids and 2 daughters with us. It was a great time. The full moon so beautiful we woke up early one morning and it was breathtaking. We would definitely come back

Wonderful time, house was perfect, very well equipped with all you'd ever need. Wonderful family to work with and wonderful friendly neighborhood.

This is a beautiful gem of a vacation rental!! The house is gorgeous, well furnished and decorated. The beds were so comfortable and waking up to the sounds of the ocean made this vacation one to remember. The snorkeling only a two block walk away from the house is amazing!! Saw tons of fish and coral!! It was everything I could have asked for in a vacation!!

Had absolutely no trouble communicating with Cheryl and Daniel. The house is ideal for a group of friends. We enjoyed the sunset and stargazing on the balcony (while engaged in warfare with the mosquitos). I loved the fully equipped kitchen, cute decorations, and Cheryl's collection of bathroom products. Wish we can come back again!