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Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
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Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, South Kona Beaches
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Pebbles Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

Located in Opihihale, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • South Kona Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pebbles Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 17 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 30 min drive - 25.6 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 46 min drive - 35.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • Ktl Kona Coffee
  • Kona Rainforest Organic Coffee Farm

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Island Paradise

"A Little Peace of Heaven" is an adorable picture-perfect home to experience Aloha! The sweetest place for a Romantic getaway! And just as fabulous for a family, as the second bedroom has a new Nectar queen mattress for friends or family.

The living/dining room overlooks the expansive lanai with gorgeous ocean views. You'll be able to relax on the lanai in the comfy chaise lounges or dine al fresco on the teak dining set, from either position you will enjoy one of the most beautiful sunset views on the island!

Outside you will be able to rinse off while viewing the lovely tropical surroundings. The picnic table in the yard provides another place to relax and enjoy the beautiful tropical vegetation provided by a professional gardener who has provided seasonal tropical fruit for your enjoyment.

A Little Peace of Heaven was professionally decorated so you’ll have beautiful Hawaiian décor, as well as a carefully chosen selections of Hawaiian music and dvd’s. There’s High Speed Wi-Fi, Netflix, a paddle board for FUN at the private black pebble beach at the bottom of the street, and a set of Ping golf clubs for playing at one of the local golf courses.

Sweet Aloha invites you and yours to A Little Peace of Heaven in Kona Paradise!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 3870170770000, GE-168-917-8112-01, TA-168-917-8112-01

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

A Little Peace Of Heaven In Kona Paradise Captain Cook
A Little Peace Of Heaven In Kona Paradise Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Opihihale within a short 14-minute walk of Pebbles Beach and also 14 minutes on foot from South Kona Beaches. You'll also find Ho'okena Beach Park and Puiwa Point nearby.

Will I be able to park at Big Island Paradise?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Big Island Paradise good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchenette in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Does Big Island Paradise have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Big Island Paradise have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Big Island Paradise?

Yes, every house at Big Island Paradise comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Big Island Paradise Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing! The home was well appointed and has all of the necessary equipment and cookware to prepare wonderful meals. The beds were definitely more comfortable than at previous properties we’ve visited. The host is extremely prompt and helpful with their communications. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Coen W., Los Gatos

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful ocean view from the deck, see attached sunset photo. Fast internet. Kitchen with everything. Beautiful furniture, good beds. We were happy we had a small rental car, the driveway is steep and tight, but fine as long you go super slow. Super silent neighborhood. We loved this Captain Cook area, almost zero tourists. Take extra time to get to Kona Airport, during rush hour the road along Kona gets jammed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful views close to snorkeling and peace garden

beautiful views close to snorkeling and peace garden. Best snorkeling in Hawaii at Honaunau (2-step)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

LaNae H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

The property has everything needed for a comfortable stay. The steep road and driveway required 4wd but the view was worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

An exceptionally quiet and peaceful place to stay away.

If you're looking for a quiet place to stay outside of all the touristy "hubbub" then this is definitely the place to stay. Very quiet neighborhood with friendly next door neighbors. It is a bit of a drive from the main shopping centers so our first stop was COSTCO to load up on groceries at the best price. We spent most of our time visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and local beaches. We felt this vacation home was perfectly placed with those destinations in mind. The owners have truly gone above and beyond with providing so many extras you would not typically have with other rental properties. The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked with every cooking appliance you can think of which our family appreciated. There were also boogie boards, various sizes of snorkel gear and fold up lawn chairs that have shoulder straps...perfect for carrying down to the beaches. We enjoyed the amazing ocean views every morning drinking our coffee and found ourselves hurrying back home every evening to catch the sunsets. My only caution is if you are renting a car....don't try parking at the top of the driveway or you will likely drag bottom like we did. Instead park at the bottom by the water tank. There is plenty of room there and it is just a few steps to the front door. If you rent a Jeep then go ahead and park at the top. Our thanks to the owners of this cute little home for sharing it with our family!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely “A Little Peace of Heaven”!

Our stay was magical! The lanai overlooking the beautiful property and ocean view was spectacular. Snorkeling at the neighborhood black sand beach was not very crowded and so peaceful. We were 45 minutes from Kailua-Kona but totally worth the scenic drive. We’ve already recommended this property to friends who asked for booking details!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn R., Whitmore, Calif

Liked: Cleanliness

Little bit of heaven

This was one of the cutest, most comfortable homes we have ever rented. It was thoughtfully stocked with every thing you could possibly need. The Lanai has the most beautiful view. We have been coming to Kona Paradise for about 15 years and this was one of our most enjoyable stays.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda f.

Liked: Cleanliness

So surreal

The pictures don’t do the house justice! It’s got a killer view and you get used to the kind of scary hill coming down. Not scary after the first day.. it has everything you need and then some! Perfect stamp in our honeymoon ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Santa Cruz, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Paradise

Tropical paradise with an ocean view! We love this home, the deck with view of the ocean was amazing. The inside of the house was adorable and comfortable and there were personal touches that made it feel like someone really thought about what guest would need. The driveway is very steep and narrow, but you can always park at the bottom and walk up. The plants and palms surrounding the home are gorgeous. The walk down to the ocean (another very steep hill) was intoxicating with the scent of plumeria. The black pebble beach is really nice for swimming if the surf is small. I miss the chirping of the tree frogs at night!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous and Amazing House/Location!

Title really says it all! It was a gorgeous home with absolutely amazing views! We had a great experience working with the property owner and even had great interactions with those we met in the neighborhood. Only recommendation for those coming to stay is if you get a rental car get something that doesn't sit to low as the drive is indeed very steep but worth the views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property in a fantastic location.

Lovely property with an incredible sunset view. Great communication and super amenities. Lots of added extras to make your stay even more special. Don’t be put off by the mention of steep hills. Easily negotiated with any vehicle in low gear. I parked by the water tank only 20 yards from the front door. Don’t miss out on this fantastic quiet place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome View!

The home was very clean. The owner was easy to work with. The view was awesome. We spent most of our time on the lanai. Tons of Geckos and nice landscaping. The home could use air conditioning. There were a few days that were pretty uncomfortable as it was too warm in the house. The driveway is SUPER steep. The home is about 45-50 mins from Kona. It is a bit of drive, but we didn't mind it. If the house had air conditioning, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House and Location

Wonderful house. Very comfortable with a fantastic view. Private beach at bottom of the road (5 minute drive). Neighborhood is friendly. Town is 45 minutes and grocery store is 25 minutes, so do spend some time in the car. But love being here.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Overall my husband and I really liked this “little piece of paradise” the only draw backs were; it’s a VERY steep grade to get here. We of course had a rental jeep and we could not figure out how to shift into lower gears… Also no walking down to the local black pebble beach, like I said it’s very very steep. I really enjoyed sitting out on the lanai at sunset, the best views! But I also felt very exposed to the neighbor on the one side as I know he was out on his lanai and could see right down onto where we were… also the mosquitoes were very bad. I appreciated the citronella candles and torches I believe they helped a bit but in the end we had to spray ourselves down with repellent. This property is a great place to stay and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The binder with ideas on places to visit and how to get there worked out great!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path and worth it!

Property was wonderful, comfortable and the views are top-notch! Terri, the host, was a breeze to deal with and very communicative. We were used to the steep hills up and down to the house from years on the USVI, so no problems there. The neighbors are very nice and the area safe and quiet. I would stay here again and again for the sunsets alone. If you book, you will not be disappointed. Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R., Nevada City, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunset views are spectacular!

House is nicely equipped and quite comfortable. The decor is lovely. Proximity to 2-step beach is also very convenient for snorkeling along with many other destinations. Would recommend this piece of Paradise to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Paradise

We have been to the Big Island several times and this has been one our favorite because of the spectacular view and altitude. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for us!

We loved the neighborhood and location in south Kona. We come from a small town near San Francisco so we adapted well to the long drives away from the towns and the steep roads were pretty similar to ones we’re used to. Our first day there we witnessed a mother and baby whale frolicking close to shore on Pebbles Beach. It rained hard the next day and we were content to stay at home, listening to the Hawaiian music and watching the ocean from the lanai. We tried to hit up all of the road stands around the area-avocados, shaved ice, baked goods, freshly caught fish and an abundance of fruit. The farmers markets are fun too, lots of local foods and crafts and friendly people. For snorkeling or sunny beach days we drove north, Pebbles Beach was way too scary to attempt though we did see people in the water. Every evening we made it home to enjoy the amazing sunset on the lanai. Mosquito repellent was provided, sometimes they were worst than others depending on the rain. It was fun to hear the abundance of birds in the day switch to the call of the croquites at sundown. The smart tv was nice to have. There were lots of dvds too but we weren’t sure how to use the dvd player/remote. Everything in the kitchen was well stocked, I love to cook and there was nothing lacking to cook big dinners. Lots of games, puzzles, music, books and beach gear for us to use. We felt very well taken care of by Terri Lin, she was always a text away and made sure we had what we needed. The one thing I would recommend would be to update the house binder with more up to date info, and not sure about recommending the local beach, Pebbles Beach as a swim spot, especially for kids. There are lots of safer swim areas not too far away. The house is close to the neighbors, which we actually really enjoyed, they’re super friendly and it made us feel right at home and safe knowing we’re around friendly neighbors. The house was definitely one of the best parts about our vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie A., Guerneville, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Paradise

This is our third time staying here. Such a beautiful home. Views are amazing . We’ll be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow! Wow! Wow!

Everything about this stay was phenomenal. The beds were a perfect amount of soft and firm. I loved that they had all of the toiletries. Towels. Coffee maker and even an espresso maker. I forgot many bathroom items like q-tips and body wash, shampoo, conditioner.. they had it alllll. We are from Michigan and the time change was actually extremely beneficial for us as we went to bed early and woke up early. We had beautiful sunsets!! Tons of lizards everywhere, be careful with the shells in the corner, there might be a momma and her eggs in there! There were also fruits growing outside along with many flowers. They provided a washer and dryer as well and an outdoor shower! We never used the outdoor shower, but nice to know there were two. I will say, the hot water runs out fairly quickly so space your showers out. Also, they did have little notes around to conserve water, so we made sure we didn’t take too many showers either. They had a full itinerary available but we decided to go about our own way: We visited many beaches for snorkeling. Two step and Queens bath was our favorite for swimming. Pebble beach was cool too and had many many rocks to climb on (at your own risk). We visited the volcanos- highly recommend! We visited the caves in Hilo - highly recommend! The waterfalls in Hilo were a trip too! We had breakfast at the coffee shop and a smaller one just before it that was even more satisfying but forgive me for forgetting the name. night manta ray swim- the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our week long stay.

Location is a little out of the way but that's what we wanted. We put 1000 miles on the rental car in a week so make sure you get a car with plenty of allowed mileage and good miles per gallon. The property is nice. Really quiet and private. Great view, comfortable beds, and well equipped. Managers were quick to respond to questions and fix an issue with the drier. Would reccomend staying here to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn B., Fairbanks, Alaska

Nice place with stunning view from lanai

This home has a stunning view from the lanai. The 2 bedrooms are roomy and have comfortable, supportive mattresses. We thoroughly enjoyed Pebble Beach at the bottom of the subdivision. The home is on a catchment system but the owners provided bottled water for drinking which was a very nice extra. The house was decorated and coordinated with furniture and the all the trappings. As such, all the pillows, drapes, etc were all slightly musty even when we opened the house and ran the fans. The large screen TV provided fun movie watching in the evenings. The kitchen was very well equipped although the items were unorganized, mixed around and needed to be searched out.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every aspect

My family loved this house off the beaten path in South Kona. We spent the first few days in town and then 5 days here. When we travel we like to stay in sometimes “not prime” locations because of the seclusion. The sunset views were incomparable and the nighttime star watching was superb. The water was too rough for us to enjoy Pebbles Beach but we walked along the waterfront anyways. The house was clean and very well stocked with anything you need to cook. We tend to eat out lunches (if we eat out) and then cook our dinners. We had two issues with the unit and Terri was responding immediately. One issue he had repaired within a few hours. Unfortunately, the second one required more time for them to fix but I am not faulting them and am sure it will be remedied ASAP based on how the property is maintained and the responsiveness of Terri.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pwint S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly a Kona Paridise gem!

We just came back home, from staying at this Little Peace of Heaven! The name says it all!! We enjoyed every moment of our stay here! Waking up to the breathtaking & priceless ocean views every morning! Sleeping with the sound of the waves! Spending time, drinking coffee, on the huge wrap around lanai & absorbing the ocean views, was a treat! It was truly magnificent! Pebble Beach is right down the street also. The house had everything, plus more! You name it, it has it! It was very clean and welcoming! Terri, our host, is awesome! She is extremely responsive, and so pleasant! We couldn't ask for more! Thank you Terri, for sharing this precious gem with us! Hoping to return again, and relax at this Little Peace of Heaven, in the near future! Mahalo! Pwint S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise is real!

We really enjoyed having coffee or cocktails on the magical lanai! I used the pretty hanging mosquito net to keep away from the skeeters, which were heavy at times and non existent at others. Sound of a heavy rain on the metal roof was soooo cool. The sounds from the little frogs didn’t bother us at all, as I had worried they might. The house is kept impeccably clean and well stocked. Our favorite was the black pebble beach at the end of the road. We went snorkeling several times, there are shallow reefs full of colorful tropical fish right off the shore on the right hand side from the parking lot. The beach has a bit of a drop off but is great for playing in the surf. The house is about 24 minutes from town of Captain Cook. We loved Black Rock pizza and the plate lunches at L & L BBQ! Right near there, is a fun outdoor market on Sundays with fresh produce, flowers, honey, crafts, excellent food & local crafts. Check out the woman with the white coolers full of amazing smoked marlin! We had such a peaceful time. It did get in the high 80s several days and it was warm in the house even with all the fans going, but we’re from Alaska & others might not notice at all. It felt great to get a bit sweaty and though go jump in the ocean. The location was everything we dreamed and more. Thanks to Terri and the friendly folks who stocked bottled water and gas for the grill, for a truly unbelievable stay. I can’t tell you enough how many times we giggled with joy at our good fortune to have found this incredible place & such a great value.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

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