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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

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  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park
    8 min walk
  • Magic Sands Beach
    15 min walk
  • Keauhou Shopping Center
    3 min drive
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    25 min drive

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Kailua-Kona, within just a 10-minute stroll of Kailua-Kona Beaches and Kahalu'u Beach Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 3 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Kahaluu-Keauhou holiday home include Magic Sands Beach and Kailua Pier.

What's nearby

  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kona Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tropics Tap House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sam Choy's Kai Lanai - ‬3 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.

FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!.

STEPS AWAY FROM KAHALU'U BEACH!! PIECE OF PARADISE!! PRIVATE BEACH HOME!! COVID 19/ .... OPEN SPACE!

Best priced in this area of Single-family PRIVATE homes of KAHALU'U BEACH AND MAGIC SANDS BEACH. Significance of landscape. Ali'i Drive of Natural Beauty.

This land had been inhabited by hundreds dated as early as 1200's for the best location. Surfing, Canoeing, ritual, marine exploitation, and Agricultural. Concentration of Seaward portion, Royal Centers, and Chiefly residences here of Ali'i Drive.
Dwelling place of Chiefs and High Priest. Kamehameha established yearly feasts as a time of REST from labor when men might regain their strength. King Kamehameha loved coconuts; he had a caretaker. Chiefs also loved flower gardens.

KAHALU'U BEACH, National Register of Historic Place, Kahalu'u Historic District. Only a short walk from the house. There are no high-rise buildings in this area. You will love this feeling of open space, SPARKLING BLUE OCEANFRONT VIEWS AND PALMS TREES!! LIKE OLD HAWAI'I. ENJOY THE LANAI IS THE BEST FEEL, AND BRIGHT ORANGE SUNSETS!!

Almost all of this land has been preserved in good condition and have been relatively untouched by the ravages of time and urban development. Steps away is an important heiau in the district is Kuemanu, a heiau dedicated to the ancient Hawaiian sport of SURFING!. Kuemanu is located only a 4-minute walk from this home. This area was one of the major importance of Hawaiian Cultural and was selected for Heiau, major seat of political and supernatural factors. This land of ancient Hawaiian Cultural, is respected and we take care pride of this land. Hawaiians say "Malama the Aina, Aina will take care of you" Hawa'a! For our Keiki of now and the next generation is important.
RESPECT CULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES. WE FEEL HONORED TO LIVE IN THIS SPECIAL PLACE. WE PRESEVE AND PROTECT. "UA MAU KE EA O KA AINA I KA PONO" MEANING IS TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT IN YOUR LIFE AND FOR THE LAND.


E KOMO MAI, WELCOME!! WE INVITE YOU TO SHARE OUR SPECIAL PLACE ON EARTH. WE ARE BLESSED AND GRATEFUL.

ITS A PLACE FOR TIME OUT TO RELAX, REST, AND RECOOPERATE FROM THE STRESSFULNESS. ESPECIALLY WITH THIS COVID19. COME HERE WITH THIS POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND YOU WILL REEP THE BENEFIT. LITERALLY LEAVE ALL YOUR TROUBLES BEHIND. This is an original HAWAIIANA HOME built in the 1960's. I

There is plenty of space for a party of 10 people, or even just for a couple of 2 is great!
THE RATE IS FOR A PARTY OF 4 PEOPLE. ADDITIONAL GUEST IS $45 PER PERSON, PER NIGHT/Plus.


Also please note, this is a vacation rental. ONLY PEOPLE THAT ARE BOOKED ARE ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY AT ANY TIME. NO PARTIES or GATHERING. If this rule is not followed, you will be asked to leave, with no refunds and extra charges will apply. No loud noises after 9:00 pm/ State law.

The Huge Lanai is the most used area. You will love the Ocean Front Blue Waters, Blue Skies, and Palm Trees. Wake up to the Ocean sounds and Birds!!
The lanai has a Koa Bar, Front bar, Teak dining table, Couch, Chairs, and lounges. Partial cover for dining, workspace. Half is open for Vitamin D, Sunshine! Flowers of Plumeria for Sweet Fragrance.
The main house has authentic Shoji Sliding doors, high beam open ceiling. Floors are of hardwood. Opens to the grand living area, comfortable couches. Pull out sofa, and single lounge twin bed sizes, great for sleeping too.
The kitchen is well equipped with all your needs. Love a gas stove, dishwasher, double door refrigerator, toaster, blender, microwave, crock pot, rice cooker, coffee maker, and coffee grinder. Outside is a gas BBQ.

The master bedroom has a comfortable king size bed. AC and Ceiling Fan. (Please
turn off while you are not on the premises, including lights).
Closet, and cabinet. The master bath has a walk-in shower.

The second bedroom/ queen bed. AC and Ceiling fan. Private entry is off of the lanai.
Bath has a shower, toilet, and sink. Closet and cabinet.

The separate unit is located in the back. Only two steps from the main house. NOTED: THIS IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO A BOOKED PARTY OF 5 OR MORE.

Two full size beds and bunk beds, AC, Ceiling Fan, Wi-fi, and private entry.
The bathroom has a Tub and Shower, toilet, and sink. Closet and storage spaces.

4 minutes' Walk to Kahalu'u Beach known as the Best Snorkel Beach on the entire Island of Hawaii. Fishes Galore, Turtles, and Hawaiian monk seals. Surf lessons with two lifeguard stands. The park has covered pavilions, picnic tables, bathrooms, and showers. Reef Talk has a small information center to get you familiar of our environment and protecting our resources. Please do not disturb the Turtles!

Keauhou Shopping Center One mile away, is a wonderful place for all your shopping needs. Farmers market every Saturday, plus live entertainment of Hawaiian Music entertainers, and Hula dancers! Lots of restaurants. Italian, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, American sports bar, and L&L fast food take out. KTA is a locally owned grocery store, with a great Deli, and bakery. Fresh Local Fish, deli with delicious local food. Sushi chef daily making fresh tasty take outs. Bank of Hawaii is in this grocery store. The US post office, theater, Long's drug store, and Urgent Care Medical.
Only 1.5 miles away is the Keauhou Yacht, you can get on a catamaran and get a coastal view. It takes you to snorkel and have lunch at the Captain Cook Monument, Kealakekua Bay. At night you can swim with the Manta Rays.
" LA'ALOA", "Magic Sands Beach", best body surfing beach is also nearby. A two-minute drive, or a 10-minute walk.
White sandy beach most of the time. Disappears during some parts of the year, due to high surf, which is why it's called Magic Sands!
"CHIEFESS PAHOEHOEIKIOKALANI" PAHOEHOE PARK, is just north, popular grassy picnic area. In ancient times this was known as a canoe landing. The mountain side was known to have a waterway, wood was brought to this area and a huge house was cited in ancient times with 50 canoe makers.
A few miles down the road are two very popular Surfing spots.
" CHIEFESS KEOLANAHIHI", STATE HISTORIC OF HOLUALOA BAY, LYMANS is a left, has a large bay, and great for the average experienced surfer.
"CHIEFESS KEAKEALANIWAHINE" OF BANYANS. This SURFING SPOT, best for the more experienced because it has more of a reef front. The waves are perfect on a good swell, especially in the winter months.
Many of our local Surf Contests are held here. Most popular contest is the Shane Dorian "Keiki SURF Classic". Fun family event, kids enter with a few can goods, and have to have good grades in school. Many professional Surfers (Kelly Slater is a regular at this event) come out to support the kids, signing autographed posters. They show the kids great surfing with an expressive Surf session. Because of Covid 19, surf contest is all being on hold.
Kailua Kona town is a Historic District is 5 miles away. Historic is Hulihe'e Palace is a must to see. Mokuaikaua Church has so much history. Lots of small shops, and once a month the street is closed for the Kokua Stroll Day. Local vendors with hand crafted items, great food, massages, and items you don't see in stores. Also, live entertainment with Hula Dancers.
The Kailua Pier has a lot of activity going on all year round. From fishing tournament, boat tours, canoe regatta races are huge here. They also race past the house!
The pier is also the start and finish of the Ironman Triathlon World Championship. Our family has been the coordinators for the Swim portion since 1982. We have our volunteers of 80 plus Surfers who has guided thousands of swimmers to a safe race, proudly of no fatality.
Here at the King Kam is also a Historic Hei'au, ancient temple.







Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Occupied only by number stated on agreement.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Occupied only by number stated on agreement.

Property Registration Number TA-168-630-6816-01, GE-168-630-6816-01

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!.?

Yep, FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. is a short 15-minute walk from Magic Sands Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. have a pool?

FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. has a pool and a communal pool.

Is FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!.?

No, FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!.?

No, pets are not allowed.

FABULOUS BEACH HOUSE, OCEAN FRONT VIEW, BEST LOCATION, WALK TO BEACH, RELAXING!. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda G., Anoka, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation on Simmy's Compound
We have rented Simmy's house next door (vrbo 49376) several times but this was the first time we stayed in this house. We rented both houses as we had a family gathering of 6 adults and 5 kids this trip and it made a great family compound for our group. The lanai is very large and it's where our family of 11 spent a great deal of time. The location of the property is a big plus as you can walk to Kahaluu Beach or Magic Sands (we drove to Magic Sands as we had so much gear!). It's also a short drive into town or to the beaches north and south. A longer drive but we also went to the other side of the island and back a couple of times. Simmy's properties are stocked with items a person would need for a pleasant island stay - boogie boards, toys, coolers, chairs. We also used the bbq grill a couple of nights & even used the washing machine! We value communication & Simmy responds quickly. Overall, we had a lovely 50th anniversary celebration with our family on this property.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris c., seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Our 2nd stay here
This was our 2nd stay here in as many years and it was better than the 1st. We briefly thought about looking for a different property to try then realized this is where we wanted to go again…. This house is perfect ! Again, we literally lived on the lanai all week. Walk to 2 beaches for snorkeling or boogie boarding…. 5 minute drive to town….5 minute drive to grocery store…. The location is perfect. Check in / check out was seamless…. Simmy is a incredible host. See you next year !! Mahalo !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful large Lanai, great location, very responsive host.
Great location, lots of room, awesome Lanai, responsive host. We had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

June C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
Our favorite part of the house was the deck. The view was amazing and the deck had plenty of furniture for seven adults, with a dining table, bar chairs, and relaxing chairs. We love the location, nestled in a neighborhood and a five minute walk to a beach on the left and a few minutes to drive to a terrific snorkeling Beach on the right. The kitchen was stocked with every possible item you could imagine for cooking and in the back is a cabana with a bbq, multiple chairs, Boogie boards, and beach toys. Our “kids”are adults so they enjoyed their own separate sleeping quarters with attached bathroom. If we return to this part of the island again, this would be our first choice for a future vacation. Thank you Simi for providing a fabulous vacation home for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karie W., Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with a beautiful view
Group of 10 traveling for vacation. 6 adults and 4 teens. Pros: 3 bathrooms Beautiful view Public access within walking distance Safe neighborhood Responsive host
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much more than I expected!
Let's start with our host, Simmy - what a wonderful unique person! Super helpful and responsive; her energy is contagious. Thank you Simmy! Truly "From Big Island". Next, the property - you'll know you're at the right place as soon as you see the gorgeous trumpet flowers out front, leading you into your slice of island paradise. The property itself is gorgeous, with the lanai as the focal point. We ate all our at-home meals in this beautiful space, sharing sun and shade with the geckos, watching sunsets over the ocean. We had use of the full property including the rear suite, and it was fantastic for 3 couples, one with an 8 year old. Lots of privacy, while allowing everyone to congregate. Continuing, the kitchen - well stocked with appliances, dishes, pretty much anything you might need to cook breakfast lunch and dinner (including a nice BBQ). If you have any questions about how things work - don't worry, there's a note to remind you! Finally, a nice surprise were the beach amenities - I think we made use of all of them! The toys for kids, the chairs, the towels, and the boogie boards all got a workout both daily at Kahalu'u beach as well as many other locations around the island. There was even some snorkel gear in the bins, possibly from Simmy's family surf shop downtown Kailua? Even the outside hose to rinse the salt off your gear after a day's use was a wonderful touch. I'd go back tomorrow in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kona country
We’ve stayed at beautiful places all over the world. Simmy’s family home down the street from Kahalu’u beach is among our very favorites for several reasons. The lanai. We spent the early mornings on the lanai with our coffees , the view of the palms and the sea, and the calls of a dozen species of birds . We spent literally hours in the evening on the lanai watching the sun set and the stars come out. The lanai was like a national park unto itself. The snorkeling at Kahalu’u. The house is a short walk to this amazing spot, which is said to be among the best fish watching anywhere in Hawaii. We went every morning, before the crowds, and many evenings. We were close also to Honaunau Bay and the trail head to Kealakekua Bay, where the snorkeling is amazing. Simmy. You can tell from the house description she is passionate about Kona. Against all odds she saved hundreds of acres of scared forested land behind the house from development. I felt our money was well spent. The bunk room. We stayed at Simmy’s for two weeks with our college aged kids and their spring break friends. The kids mostly stayed together in the bunk room. There was plenty of room for all. It was a magical week. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

verna d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing LOCATION and Beautiful privacy
We were so thankful for the many bedroom options and 3 bathrooms for our 2 teens and 3 adult children. The house was clean and private! The DECK - WOW! That incredible view with NO house to block the sunsets, or hear the crashing waves at night. Thank you Simmy!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C., Vail, AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway in Kona
My wife and I really enjoyed our 9 day stay in this property. It's a beautiful Asian-themed home across the street from the ocean as reflected in listing photos. The home is up a slight hill that enhances the view from the spacious patio. Yeah, that patio is wonderful and was our favorite place to hang when not out touring the island or snorkeling at the nearby beach. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare your own meals. Plenty of bath and beach towels that should last your stay too. We've been to Kona multiple times now and this location near Kahalu'u is our favorite - far enough south of the congested main tourist area, but still close to restaurants, grocery stores, and one of the best snorkeling beaches on the island. You'll meet the owner Simi at the property on your first day to pick up the key and get a tour. She's super nice and takes great pride in the care of her home. You may even see her outside personally caring for the landscaping. She's such a hard worker :-). We had a couple of questions during our stay and she was quick to respond. You'll love her. Thanks for the great stay Simi - we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
This was the third time staying at this property….. we return every year because we love it! The host is great…. Good communication and prompt responses. The view of the ocean from the lanai is amazing! Very comfortable home with lots of amenities. Also lots of beach gear is available to use. The kids enjoy the pool. I would highly recommend this property. 5 stars all around. 😎
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lanai Living
One of the best features of this house is the view and proximity of the ocean. Sunsets through the palms was very nice and it is an easy walk to a nearby beach to have a totally unobstructed view. We all slept extra well with the sound of the surf nearby. The beds in the main house were very comfortable. During the day we enjoyed our coffee and breakfast on the lanai while watching the light change while being sheltered from the heat and sun. We watched the shy geckos sun themselves on the railing while I assume they were helping keep the insects in check. Beach excursions were made even more pleasant with beach chairs, umbrellas and other water toys available. The location was really great! Not too far or too close to Downtown. We enjoyed the Asian decor and art work as well as the cozy indoor sitting area. We all decided we would stay there again and recommend it for others. I had good and responsive communication with the host which was really helpful. The landscaping was beautiful and easily enjoyed from the above ground pool and the deck. The bougainvillea hedge was a good locator for the property while we were heading home from an excursion.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris c., seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional Hawaiian beach house and it was perfect
This house and owner Simmy were absolutely outstanding. Sleeps 10 if u pack them all in but realistically its great for a family with kids up to 6-8. 3 full baths which was huge for our family of 4 adults. The set up is great with both main bedrooms opening out to the most wonderful lanai over looking the pool and ocean. The bunkhouse was perfect for our adult kids as they had their own quiet space. Location could not have been better. Walking distance to 2 awesome beaches, one great for snorkeling, the other great for boogie boarding. Private entrance and parking. We will most definitely be back. Mahalo
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is perfect!!
We had an amazing stay!! Easy walking distance to both Magic Sands and Kahaluu beach. MASSIVE lanai, where we spent most of our time, and a few of us even spent the night on. Simmy is a doll, and totally helpful, taking the time to meet with us in person at check in. Absolutely perfect stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house at a reasonable price
We absolutely loved this house! As others have mentioned, the lanai is huge and shaded with a great view of the ocean. We spent most of our time there. The kitchen is meant to be cooked in and we ate fresh fish (from KTA or farmer’s markets) for most of our meals. Even though it was July, we generally just used the fans and sat on the lanai with the ocean breeze to cool down but there are air conditioners we used occasionally. There was a issue with hot water which the owner took care of within hours. Yes, there are a lot of notes, but they asked nothing unreasonable. We also loved walking to Kahalu’u and Magic Sands beaches- different kinds if beaches but each fun in its own way. The snorkeling at Kahalu’u was beautiful. So many great snorkeling sites on the big island. We found Simmy’s book “Hawaii Revealed” to be very helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and charm
Staying in a lovely traditional Hawaiian home set near the coast with easy access to everything in the Kona area gave our three generation family just the right balance. We could choose to snorkel, explore, shop, adventure, or hang on the ocean view porch and read, knit, and watch the tiny green geckos, birds, and blossoms silently fall, while the 11 year old swam in the pool. Magic memories.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house, owner and location
We had a group of 4 women and the house was perfect. 2 of us stayed in the 'bunk house' (which includes a full bathroom), and the others had their own bedroom/bathroom - perfect! Simmy was the best host I've ever had - she even sent us messages letting us know when we could see Iam Tongi on local TV (he won 'American Idol' while we were on the island). It was fantastic to be able to walk to Kahalu'u, which is an amazing snorkeling beach. Simmy is also a strong proponent of the environment, which we really appreciated - we need to respect paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Returning to the mother waters
We chose Kona side for a special occasion. Knew there’d be plenty Ali’i Drive traffic, but it balanced out with the sunset view from the deck and being able to travel light and walk either direction to sweet ocean parks. Beautiful experience being put to sleep during cool nights with the sound of crashing waves. When we did hit the road it was nice to be back where the locals are gentle, kind and friendly even in their cars—great role models for our grieving, pandemic-shocked crew. The aloha spread like a virus and we, too, found it easy to be patient, generous drivers. We liked eating at home so the well-equipped kitchen was very much appreciated. It really is a great house for different personalities living together, especially if you keep life simple and chill. Coffee on the deck with the morning birdsong was my lovely pleasure. I noticed a decent bike and pedestrian culture trying to grow. The home has some cool architectural elements that require gentle handling. Easy to keep clean and sand-free with a hose right outside the kitchen door. We appreciated all the little signs in the end. Plenty beach gear and towels. Beautiful flowers all around. Simmy was a great host and responded quickly to questions and some special needs on day one. We stayed a week so it was comforting to have it feel like home from the start. The fam will never forget our experiences (nor the importance of being good environmental stewards where ever we go, especially in this special, vulnerable place). Malama pono. Don’t step on the coral! Many alohas, Simmy. A hui ho…
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A View in Paradise
We would definitely rent Simmy's house again ! It really felt like a "home" and not a rental...it was nicely decorated and had plenty of seating areas. We spent most of our time on the lanai looking at the ocean !! We really enjoyed ourselves here and hope to come back in the future. Thank you Simmy !
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Freddie M., Comanche TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
Our third trip to this island. Good location. Older house but maintained well.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
What a great place to stay! We spent lots of time hanging out on the fabulous porch, watching the whales, playing cribbage, and eating. The home is beautiful with huge sliding doors to the porch. The kitchen is well stocked and the coffee grinder was used a lot to grind the local Kina coffee! There is beach access one house to the right, and 200 yards south is the best snorkel beach for the family! We tried surfing and spent a lot of time face down! Thanks for the use of the beach chairs, umbrella, and water toys, and cooler. Very convenient to have access to these amenities and made the beach trips super comfortable. Thanks for sharing your great home with us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Furnishings
Great location, Simmy was very helpful. Loved the huge lanai. The younger adults loved having a separate building to stay in. The furnishings were beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful host! Great view from the lanai. We will be coming back!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

John B., Porterville

Family Destination
This house is in a good location. There was some traffic noise but not too bad. The listing photos could be updated. There was a lot more decorative accessories, trinkets and clutter in the house than showed in the photos. Once we cleared things off the island and table, the kitchen was easy to work in. Having three sleep areas and bathrooms worked well for our family of 7. The mattress in the master bedroom was too squishy soft for my husband. Fortunately there was a day bed in the living room that was more comfortable. Sunsets were spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific house for multigenerational families!
What a wonderful place to stay with our family (grandparents, parents, aunt, & toddler)! It was a terrific layout for multiple family units, especially the extra unit in the back. Simmy was so helpful with questions prior to our arrival and during our stay. Our 3 year old thoroughly enjoyed the kids picnic table, toddler climber, Little Tykes car, drawing easel, puzzles, and books. There are two beach access points, one to the right of the driveway about 50 meters down the road which is rocky and rough. The other is to the left and is a short walk on the side of the road down to the main beach. We snorkeled and took a surf class here. Great spot. We hope to return again!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Vacation Home
Excellent experience. We would certainly stay at this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022