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Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach
TV, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Waimea, HI
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kamuela

Located in Kohala Estates within a short walk of Pua Mau Place Arboretum, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 19 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course - 20 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 28 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Naupaka Beach Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Manta & Pavilion Wine Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kohala Burger & Taco - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬19 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.

Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola

There is a 30 Day Minimum Rental is Required for this property. Hale Kohola, “The House of the Whale” is situated on 3 acres in an ideal location on the Kohala Coast, with panoramic views of the ocean and coastline. The master bedroom has a stunning ocean view that you can enjoy by just lifting your head off the pillow. If you are looking for a clean, quiet, spacious place to relax with friends or family, or a home base for day trips or ocean activities at nearby Kawaihae and area beaches, this is the one. 

Furthermore, the home is now solar powered and includes an A/C unit in the living room.
This 3 bedroom / 3 bath home sleeps six, including the “ohana” studio with futon sofa-bed, which is connected by walkway to the main house (perfect for a family member who craves their own space). The open floor plan allows privacy for the bedrooms, which are separated by the living areas. 

The well-equipped kitchen is well planned for socializing and looking at the ocean while you prepare meals.  Enjoy your morning coffee or watch the sun go down from the wrap-around lanai. The elusive “green flash” at sunset has been seen countless times from here. The dark night sky is incredible for gazing at the stars and planets. The quiet neighborhood is a perfect place for a morning jog or walk. There’s even a ukulele to play. 

Hale Kohola is a rare find for privacy, beauty, natural quiet and Island Living. Guests are welcome to pick limes, tangerines or bananas on the property, (in season) and enjoy the fragrant plumeria and Tahitian gardenias. The landscaping focuses on species native to Hawaii, including a few endangered species.

During humpback whale season (November thru April) the spouts and breaches of these massive animals are visible from the house.  The owners make their home in a small town in Alaska, spending part of the winter on the Big Island enjoying the local foods, culture and ocean and doing whale and dolphin research with the non-profit Hawai'i Marine Mammal Consortium.

Fully equipped; comfortable and clean, you will find Hale Kohola to be the perfect retreat for your dream vacation in Hawaii.  

TA/GE-167-465-7792-01

* Nightly rates are based on up to 6 persons. 
* Rates are subject to change without notice. Rates will be confirmed at time of reservation.
* Rates exclude taxes, additional options and fees.
* If your stay is for 30 days or more, there may be additional mid-stay cleaning(s) scheduled for this property.
* A mid-stay clean may include making beds with clean linens, changing linens and towels, cleaning toilet(s), cleaning stove top and countertops in kitchen, vacuum and dusting, sweeping and mopping. 
The vacation home features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Marla or Jay

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: VRBO listing will indicate if children allowed.

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 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-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number GE-167-465-7792-01, TA-167-465-7792-01

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

111864

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Kohala Estates within a short 8-minute walk of Pua Mau Place Arboretum and also 15 minutes on foot from Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden. Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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 Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and water views in some.

Does Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala), which is 17.6 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kona Intl. Airport (KOA), which is around 27 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola.

Spacious, Super Views, Sunsets Galore! - 30 DAY MIN ~ Hale Kohola Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Essence of Hawaii! We had a great stay here, would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Beautiful

Beautiful location; spacious house, well equipped. So quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

dixierob R.

Love the view

We spent hours on the lanai looking at the view. Great location and more than enough room for the two of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luise W.

Lovely spot!

A light and breezy home in a quiet area with gorgeous views over the ocean and easy access to great beaches and both Waimea and Hawi. We had a great time waking up to views of the ocean from bed each morning and watching sunset from the lanai each evening. The house had everything we needed, including extra water bottles to borrow and reclining chairs that were perfect for star gazing. (The stars are amazing!) It was just a great, great place to come home to at the end of the day. The house could use a few more teaspoons. :-) (There were only two.) But this is a very minor thing that affected us not at all. (There were lots of soup spoons.) A lovely spot!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Nice property — but it is a 2 bed/2 bath

We really enjoyed our stay. As two parents with a newborn, we had plenty of space and a beautiful view. Kohala is truly the best part of the island. The main house is very nice. The kitchen is well stocked and the rooms and bathrooms are great. I am giving it five stars because it worked for us. However, I agree with other reviewers that it is very misleading to say this sleeps six. It is a two bed, two bath house. The garage has a tiny room with the washer/dryer, a bathroom, and a futon. No one would want to sleep there. If I came expecting three rooms to sleep six, I would have been let down by the third room.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sami B.

Hidden Secret

This property is very comfortable, clean, conveniently located, with beautiful wide views of the ocean. Private location with excellent amenities. Fully equipped. Most of all, the property managers accommodated us, easily and effortlessly.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Louis N.

The view the view the view.....amazing

This is a lovely house. We lived on the lanai with a panoramic view . The kitchen is well appointed and a great place to cook. This area of Kohala is rather remote. We were here for a wedding in Hawi. We were near Hapuna beach rated one of the top beaches in the world. There was also Waialea Beach which is unknown except by locals and it is really great for snorkeling. The house has a lot of beach equipment. Which made going to the beach a pleasure. The little towns of Hawi and Kapaau up the mountain is like you have stepped back in time. The master bedroom has the view of sunrise and sunset quite a way to wake in the morning. Be aware that there is no A/C. This normally isn't a problem up here as there are trade winds but August did get a little hot in the house cooking. We would go out to the lanai and the cool breeze cooled us down. I must also highly recommend Flumin da ditch this is an experience that I have not seen any where in the world. A true once in a lifetime experience. This was a great vacation and we made some wonderful memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ralf K.

Nice

Hale Kohala is a quiet, clean and spacious house with a splendid view to the ocean. We enjoyed our stay. You need a car because there is nothing around this place. The next bigger grocery you find around 13 miles away. Therefore it is place for people who like to relax.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2017

6/10 Okay

Nathalie M.

Nice Place with Some Issues

Bright and open home, quiet and with good, long-distance views of the ocean and coastline, nice lanai and great sunsets. The fresh limes and tangerines on the surrounding trees were tasty. Good location - short drive to the local town and beaches. A couple of issues, however: advertised (and priced) as a 3 bedroom home but the third bedroom, described as "the Ohana studio" is actually a walled-off laundry room (with a futon in it), located in the garage - it's tiny and complete with unpleasant smells and atmosphere from the concrete floor and the car parked in there. The house was well stocked but overall not very clean. The three acre property is completely overgrown, there is no play area for young kids except for the small gravel areas on either side of the house, and the only walking is on the steep, hilly road around the property, not really suitable for seniors. Overall a nice place in a good location, most suitable for 4 adults, but be aware that the upbeat descriptions of some of the details on the website are a bit misleading.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Perfect stay

Besides being a beautiful house in a great location, it was thoughtfully and generously equipped beyond the necessities, from saran wrap to children's books and snorkeling equipment. There is a wonderful view to the ocean from the bedroom when waking up and the outdoor table makes for relaxing and scenic meals. The quiet during the night and the clarity of the stars is unique. Highly recommend to those looking for a quiet and beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2016