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Beach
Fitness facility
Property grounds
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a dining area, and a well-maintained lawn.
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 72200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Place, Great 4-D Movie Ride
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mauna Lani Historic Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kamuela

This vacation home is a short stroll from Great 4-D Movie Ride and Mauna Lani Historic Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Great 4-D Movie Ride - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mauna Lani Historic Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Puakō Petroglyph Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lagoon Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company (Lagoon Tower) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast at Water's Edge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Juice 101 - ‬6 min walk

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, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach

Welcome to our luxe retreat in The Villages at Mauna Lani—a private, gated community offering rare tranquility just 124 yards from The Shops and walking distance to all resort amenities. Guests love our home for its exceptional privacy, spacious layout, and refined upgrades.

Why You’ll Love Our Home:

One of the most private locations in The Villages.

Lovingly called "The Big Island Pad" (search online for private site or check fb) we have been hosting since 2009. Our aim is to provide a stress-free, comfortable home away from home for our guests.

Our caretaker Kathi is your on island contact should you need anything or have questions during your stay.

We strive to provide quick easy communication offering peace of mind.

Constantly updating throughout the years keeps every aspect of our home fresh and homey.

Peaceful afternoons on the lanais with afternoon sun and no visible neighbors

Beautiful mountain views from a quiet street with only five homes

Exclusive Private Beach Club access during your stay

Upgraded whole-home mesh WiFi—fast even on the lanais

2024 smart TVs in every bedroom

All-new beds, refreshed furnishings, and elevated décor

Spacious & beautifully updated, an island paradise with comfort in mind

2,174 sq. ft. of indoor living + 600+ sq. ft. of lanais and balconies

Gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator and quartzite counters

Great room with 17-ft pocket door opening to a large lanai

Two outdoor living areas: expansive lanai + private patio

Outdoor kitchen with grill, sink, and refrigerator

Suite Layout:

Cal-King Primary Suite with private balcony and soaking tub

Twin Suite (convertible to a king) + daybed

Main-level Queen Suite with walk/roll-in shower

Large laundry room with beach towels and essentials

Resort Amenities:

Newly refreshed Napua Restaurant at the Beach Club

A hop skip to the warmest pool in Mauna Lani at The Villages amenity center

Quickest walk to shops dining, gourmet market, and more

Experience refined island living at its best—private, peaceful, and perfectly located.
We can’t wait to welcome you to your elevated escape in paradise.

Keywords: spacious vacation home, condominium, house, townhouse, villa, visit Big Island Pad on Facebook too! #bigislandpad
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Fitness Center hours are 5:00am-10:00pm. Pool hours are 8:00am-10:00pm.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: with adult supervision.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number GE-175-176-4992-01, 3680220040050, TA-175-176-4992-01

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
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Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops House
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops Waimea
Villages Mauna Lani Large Private Home Shops

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Kamuela, just steps from Great 4-D Movie Ride. You'll also find Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Mauna Lani Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

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 for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala), which is 20 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kona Intl. Airport (KOA), which is located 22.1 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach?

Yes, every house at Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Private, Cozy Escape in The Villages! Steps to The Shops, Moments to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the pool, bedrooms and outdoor area
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

The place was perfect for a family getaway. Great house, amenities and communication. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Great Location

Great location and well appointed condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Gonzalo J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice clean home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just inside the gates at the Villages, steps away from the grocery store and restaurants equal distance to the Mani Lani and the Fairmount. This is the place to be in North Kohala
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at a great property and perfect location in paradise

Our family of 5 had a terrific stay in this high-end property. We loved its location in the Mauna Lani resort, in direct walking distance to shops and restaurants, and with a great private beach club and pool too. The property itself was well-stocked with all needed amenities and many extras.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean!!!

This is our second year renting this beautiful home! The owners and property managers are incredibly responsive and helpful. The house is located so close to beaches, shops and restaurants and yet so quiet and private. Love, love this place.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

Good location near stores but not noise from them. Everything as advertised. Good communication with host. Recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for Everything

We had a great stay! It was large and had more than enough room for 5 adults. It has many spices, bags and oils so you should check before buying. I loved the AC, showers and living room area. They do need to update their microwave and tvs in the upstairs bedrooms. I would definitely stay here again especially with the use of the beach club.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

Couldn’t have been easier. Everything went perfectly. Property well maintained and ready to go as advertised. Hawaii was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Perfect location on the Big Island

We had a wonderful stay at the Villages in Mauna Lani! The floor plan of the condo is excellent and provides plenty of room for a family whether they want to be all together or have some private time to themselves. The unit is well appointed and we had everything we needed during our stay. The proximity to the grocery store was much appreciated and made meal planning and picking up last minute items very convenient. The pool and private beach were perfect for the grandchildren and we used them every day. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at the Villages of Mauna Lani

Amazing home in the beautiful gated Villages of Mauna Lani. Four of us had plenty of room to stretch out in this wonderfully appointed two story home. We opted to cook in the spacious kitchen for most of the trip. Plenty of seating for us and another guest family who joined us for dinner a couple of evenings. This home comes with beach access to the private Manua Lani Beach Club. It is perfect for snorkeling or spending a day sunning. The Napua restaurant at the beach club offers cocktails and lunch items and at sunset it transforms into a gourmet restaurant complete with the perfect sunset view. Check in at the home was a breeze and communication was 5 stars with the host! We can't wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Island Christmas Week with a perfect home base

Phenomenal home base for our family of 7 to spend Christmas week on the Big Island. Excellent and prompt communication with the owner leading up to the trip, and a friendly welcome from the host when we arrived. First off, the home was perfect in size, cleanliness and amenities. Loved the outdoor cooking and eating space, kitchen spacious for family meals, and spaces spread out for everyone to take a break from forced family fun time :D Access to the beach club was great (and enjoyed walking down there in the mornings through the lava park by the ponds), and the shops at Mauna Lani (especially the grocery store a few steps away) were super convenient for food, coffee, and the extra outdoor clothing/items which teenagers tend to forget to pack. Location was quiet, peaceful and beautiful, and the short drive access down into town was perfect. Was hard to leave at the end of our trip - amazing property!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeff b.

Great Time

We traveled to the Big Island with five other couples to have some fun and play golf. We actually rented two places - one of which was Kathryn's. It was very nice - even better than the pictures! The owner, Kathryn, was very easy to deal with - professional and concerned that everything was perfect. The condo is close to shopping and very centrally located within the Mauna Lani Resort. We have traveled to Mauna Lani for the past 18 years and this was our first experience renting a condo there. However we have rented several properties thru VRBO - always successful. We definitely prefer to rent directly from the owner to avoid any problems. I guess the best review I can give is that we will definitely rent this unit again! Thanks Kathryn for everything.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Beautiful, spacious, wonderfully supplied townhouse in Kohala

Oh! We had such a marvelous time staying at The Big Island Pad! It was the perfect location on the Kona coast, enabling easy access to fabulous beaches, sights, and activities. The complex pool was just a few steps always and was lovely and warm. The beach at private beach club, a short 5-minute drive away, was FANTASTIC, with great snorkeling and swimming. A big grocery store and several great restaurants were just steps away. The unit itself was spacious and beautifully appointed, and the kitchen was better equipped than my own. The pantry staples like spices and olive oil were very much appreciated! We mentioned a few small maintenance issues (closet light not working, slow-draining sink) and that very day the handyman took care of them. I would recommend The Big Island Pad to anyone wanting the perfect home base for Kona!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall Excellent

Hello. First of all, the property was really great and I would consider staying again. For those who might be concerned about the property being close to the shopping center/mall, it is located on the “quiet” side of the mall, where the grocery store is located. The grocery store closes early and there were no issues ever with noise, etc. Additionally, the property is located near the entrance/gate to the community. Initially, I was concerned about this but it turns out that there is a landscaped hill that separates the property from the gate/entrance. Once again, no issues ever with noise, headlights, etc. Keep in mind that there is no view from the property and one has to drive to the beach (or ride the provided bikes). Mahalo for a great property.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Beautiful Slice of Hawaii!

We spent 10 nights at this spacious condo and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! It was like staying at a 5 star hotel with all the amenities of home. We particularly appreciated the full size washer and dryer and gas bbq grill. The kitchen was large with a full line of custom appliances. The craftsmanship throughout was exceptional and well-maintained. Access to the private beach was fantastic -- the snorkeling was the best we've ever experienced. It is within walking distance to a grocery store (Foodland), several restaurants and shops. We didn't try any of the restaurants because we ate in many nights - making use of the gas grill. This property had access to an air conditioned exercise room with treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, weight machines, free weights and a small selection of dumb bells. For any questions we had, Kathryn was always responsive. It would be nice if all owners were so accessible! Without a doubt, we would recommend this condo to friends and family. We look forward to coming back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Perfection!

This was our first stay on the Big Island. We had originally booked on Maui but then the fire happened and our home was needed to house displaced families so we switched to this island. We were so happy to find this place because it was similar to what we had booked on Maui. We were a family of 6 adults and wanted space to spread out and this was it! Kathryn was fabulous - we arrived late on Thanksgiving night and she was willing to purchase some frozen pizzas and POG for us to leave in the fridge because everything would be closed and we'd be starving when we arrived. But, there is an upscale Food Land literally next door that opened at 6 am the next day so it as easy to get food for breakfast. The house was clean and comfortable. We loved that every bedroom was an ensuite. The beds were very comfy and the air conditioning worked great with separate upstairs and downstairs units. The kitchen was very well equipped and after a run to Costco, we cooked a couple of meals a day at the house. We loved the walls of sliding glass. It was lovely to open them in the morning and evening and catch cross breezes. Bonus that they all had screens to keep the critters out but let the breeze in. We loved this house and the host was the best. I'm a travel agent and will recommend it 100% to anyone looking for a great stay on the Big Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cale C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Right

We had an amazing stay. Everything was made easy. The house was ready when we arrived, it was stocked with everything you could need, and the owners were simply amazing. When we go on vacation, we want it to be stress free. That’s exactly what we got. Far exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Home was gorgeous. It had everything in it you could possibly want or need. It was a perfect stay for our entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Property and Vacation

Our first time staying in Mauna Lani and this property was outstanding. Very well stocked and in an excellent location! Access to the beach in Mauna Lani and an outstanding pool for our grandkids were two of the highlights! Kathryn was incredibly responsive and one of the best owners we have every dealt with in all of the years we have rented property in Hawaii and in other parts of the world. We will be back!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

George J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

This was a nice property for a relaxing time. There were lots of beach accessories in the garage, although not well organized. The pool was a little disappointing in size, but was well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

spacious, clean, great location. would absolutely stay again
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris _.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

This property is very conveniently located to take advantage of the western half of the island and day trips over to Hilo and the west side as well. Beautiful home with everything you need. Thanks!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Grear
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021