This vacation home places you within a short walk of Puako Bay and within a mile (2 km) of Puako Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 9 min drive - 2.4 miles
Mauna Kea Beach - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 6 min drive
CanoeHouse - 17 min drive
Hālani - 17 min drive
Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 14 min drive
Ikena Landing - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.
Our family style beachfront home was completed in January 2018. We purchased the property in 1998, and it was our family camp ground for almost two decades. Now, with a beautiful new home, it is truly the perfect get away! We spend most open weekends at the house; continually improving the landscaping and fine tuning details so that the house has everything you need to enjoy your stay.
The house is located on a spacious lot with many mature coconut and Milo trees (Native hardwood), royal palms and fragrant plumeria. Unlike many beachfront homes in Puako, we have a sand on the beach in front of the house and access to deeper water for swimming, surfing, snorkeling or kayaking. There is also a large "keiki pool" a protected tidal pool perfect for wading and for young children to swim and play in the water. The house is truly beachfront, with the sand and ocean at your doorstep.
Although technically all waterfront property in Hawaii below the highest wash of the waves is public property, our little beach is as private and secluded as you can find on any developed shoreline. Because it is difficult to walk to our property from the public access trails, it's almost a guarantee that you will see more turtles than people along our little stretch of beach. You may see an occasional throw net fisherman pass by, but it is unlikely you will see as many as six beach walkers on any given day.
The house is elevated eight feet above the ground which gives us unparalleled views of the ocean as you look across the channel toward Mt. Haleakalā on the island of Maui. We also have beautiful mountain views of the 4 major mountains on the Big Island; Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai. The large open and shady space under the house is always cool and a pleasant space to relax. It is bordered by lush green lawns on both side of the house. There is an excellent Kitchen Aid propane bbq, a small drink refrigerator, picnic table, ping pong table and lounge chairs.
The interior has beautiful custom wood detailing throughout the house including natural wood flooring locally milled from coconut trees that were removed from the lot to make room for the construction of our house and beautiful oversized African Sapele wood baseboards. All the shelving, window and door trims are made from Milo, Koa and Eucalyptus trees from the Puako house lot and our mauka property above Kailua-Kona in Holualoa.
The Puako General Store is a half mile down the road. Mauna Lani and Hapuna Beach Resorts and restaurants are within a few minute's drive, bike ride or walk.
The interior of the house is thoughtfully detailed with wood accents and decorated with island style furniture and art. It is ideal for 2 to 4 people with a spacious master bedroom, a smaller second bedroom, and a den that can be used as a third bedroom. The master bedroom has a King size mattress and the second bedroom and den each have a queen mattress.
Both bathrooms have shower doors that open out to the deck, so sandy feet and dripping bodies can head straight from the beach into a warm shower. There is also an outdoor shower with hot water at ground level on the north side of the house.
The house is completely turn-key with a well appointed kitchen, molded sinks, corian countertops, stove, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave. It does not have a standard size oven but there is a large toaster oven. The washer and dryer are centrally located inside the house. TV and WiFi are also provided. There is no landline but cell phone reception is good.
Since the cessation of the volcanic eruption in the Puna area of the Big Island, beautiful clear skies have finally returned to our Island. A walk around the deck, on most mornings, offers a panoramic view of Hawaii’s four highest peaks, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, Hualalai and Maui’s Haleakala as well as beautiful Kohala Mountain.
Please inquire if you have any questions, we are happy to serve as your hosts here in Hawaii!
STVR REGISTRATION NUMBER: STVR 19-365090 NUC NUMBER: NUC 19-1789 Hawaii Tax ID Numbers: GE-073-660-2112-03 TA-073-660-2112-02
The vacation home features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and a phone. Change of towels is available on request.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycles
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Property located in a resort
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 2,600 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-out
Check-out before 3:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Rules
The following rules are incorporated into the Rental Agreement: (A) Quiet hours are 9pm to 8am when guest noise shall not disturb adjacent neighbors.
(B) sound audible beyond the property shall not be more than otherwise associated with a residential area.. (C) Guest vehicles shall only be parked
in the on-site parking area. (D) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes. NO EVENTS ARE ALLOWED. Property is for tenants use only.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Not suitable for children under 4 years old.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit
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-out: 3:00 PM
Property Registration Number GE-073-660-2112-03, TA-073-660-2112-02, 369004006000
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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
We are Taking Reservations Starting July 2020!
We are now Taking Reservations Starting June 2020!
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Kamuela, a short 20-minute walk from Puako Beach and also 13 minutes on foot from Puako Bay. You'll also find Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.
Does Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of 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.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala), which is 17.3 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kona Intl. Airport (KOA), which is located 25.7 mi away (39-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.?
Yes, every accommodation at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. comes with a deck with some featuring ocean or mountain views.
Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Molly D.
Mar 17, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Molly D.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jared S.
Feb 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Nancy was such a vigilant and helpful host! Very responsible and caring -- and made sure to reach out with surf warnings when the weather turned. Super accommodating!
Jared S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Michael J.
Jan 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the home beyond belief. Porch was perfect for watching whales. Turtles were joining us every night on the shore. What more could we ask for.
Michael J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
JD S.
Jan 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific home and property! Beautiful beach, bikes, etc…the hosts were great communicators and easily accessible. Look forward to staying here again
JD S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer Z.
Jan 1, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and quiet stay. Easy communication with the host. Great views of the ocean fromthe deck and so many turtles and whales. Great vacation!
Jennifer Z.
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick F.
Oct 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great family stay in Puako! Nancy was attentive and fast to reply to any messages. The house was clean and perfect for our family of 6. It took a little getting used to the lack of air conditioning but wasn’t bad with all the screen doors and windows and a good excuse to enjoy the Hawaiian breeze. The views of the ocean were amazing and the mature landscaping around the grounds were beautiful. We really enjoyed being able to use the beach gear and kayak under the house. Our young daughters loved playing in the tidal pool, sheltered from the waves. Snorkeling right out front was terrific with lots of fish along the reef. Be sure to wear your reef shoes for the spiny urchins. Turtles are along the beach and in the water everyday. We only saw 8-10 people during our entire stay walking by. We hope to be able to return sometime soon! Thank you again!
Patrick F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason W.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property (location, setup, and everything included) that made for a great stay. We enjoyed having the ocean breeze coming through all day and spent most of our time outside on the porch or by the shore. The snorkeling and turtle watching behind the house is next level and not to be missed. Greg and Nancy were great hosts checking in on us and being responsive. We were there during the tsunami warning and they went the extra mile making sure we would were ok. When we come back to Hawaii, very likely we're staying here again.
Jason W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jared S.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical place on Puako Bay. We slowed down to turtle time, and snorkeled right out the back door (hosts’ advice on navigating the tides and reefs was very helpful!). House is open, comfortable, well appointed. We loved just being the two of us, but plan to come back with 2-3 additional family members.
Wonderful property on our favorite road in Hawaii. We'd stay here again and again. One request: add sharp knives.
Richard
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Damian O., Houston, USA
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and property had almost everything you could need. Would be 5 stars if the property had air conditioning, as even with the constant breeze from the ocean and fans in every room, we struggled to stop sweating on the warmer afternoons and evenings during our visit.
Damian O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John U.
Mar 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Puako paradise
The home is beautiful and so functional!
John U.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill E.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bill E.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne-Marie R.
Feb 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This house is the perfect paradise getaway. Island breezes, wale watching from the deck. Sound of the ocean. We saw wales breaching, turtles swimming and basking in the sun. Host has excellent communication. Hoise is clean and well kept. Everything was as described and worked perfectly I would definitely come again
Anne-Marie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ailin G., Pasadena
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach house
We wanted a change from our holiday beach home in Kona so we rented this lovely beach house in Puako. We enjoyed a wonderful family Christmas here. The house is spacious, beautifully designed, comfortable, and there was every amenity we could have wanted. Highly recommended!
Ailin G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
PETRA D.
Dec 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in great neighborhood
Nancy went out of her way to get bike helmets for us and even sent us Kona coffee by mail after our stay. Mahalo!
PETRA D.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison K.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront paradise
This place has it all. Everything you need. Chairs, umbrellas, snorkeling gear, surfboards, kayaks, fins, and even stuff you didn’t know you would need. Kitchen is well stocked and the host is great. Snorkel right outside your back yard and see turtles, sea urchins, parrot fish etc
Alison K.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve G.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach House
Great location for this amazing beachfront home. The inside is beautifully decorated
Very clean and extremely peaceful and quiet.
The very private yard is fenced in and wonderful to relax in if your not on the beach just on the other side of the front hedges
Lots of beach items provided
The host was very easy and pleasant and the coffe they dropped off delicious!
We had a great time and highly recommend this home
A larger tv would have been great
We were ther during football😁
No complaints only good vibes all the way around!!
Mahalo to the family for use of their amazing home🌺
Steve G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy K.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home!
What a wonderful home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Cindy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben W.
Jul 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We had a wonderful stay at Nancy and Greg's house. We were able to wake up every morning to the sounds and sights of the ocean. Couldn't ask for more!
Ben W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy M.
Jun 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
Warm Hawaiian Vibes...View, Sunsets, swimming and great diving only with mask, snorkel and fins. Ruthie and I loved it so much we booked another reservation for 1 month later.
Aloha Nui Loa
Timo and Ruthie
Timothy M.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
BRIAN A.
Apr 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Puako Home!
We loved this Puako home. Great location, the home is well equipped and the rental process was seamless. Turtles galore! Thank you!
BRIAN A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
Apr 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this great home. The beach is steps away and we were blessed with basking turtles every day. The kitchen is equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals, including a nice selection of herbs and seasonings. The beds are great and bathrooms were perfect. As a plus, there are ample beach toys, chairs, towels. We highly recommend this getaway.
Susan R.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
jeff c.
Mar 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot of heaven in Puako
Great location and fantastic hosts. Would highly recommend to others!
jeff c.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kari B., El Dorado Hills, CA
Jan 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Turtle Paradise
We enjoyed the location on Puako and the wildlife was topnotch. It is a very private and lush property.
Kari B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andy D.
Nov 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house
The house exceeded all of our expectations. It is beautiful, perfectly laid out and fully stocked for a relaxing or activity filled vacation. We took advantage of snorkel gear, beach supplies, puzzles and board games. We also had no problem cooking a small Thanksgiving dinner in the well-appointed kitchen.
The backyard beach is the real draw though. We spent ours beach combing and swimming in the tidal pond. There is wonderful snorkel right there as well, but it can be a bit tricky to access due to the surf and reefs. However, with some effort we managed it with our two children under 11. Perhaps our favorite part of the beach was the green sea turtles who visited every evening. They made the place feel pretty magical.
Although we really didn’t need anything, Nancy was very communicative and helpful. We hope to return to her lovely property again someday!