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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Kamuela, Hawaii
  • Waialea Beach
    2 min walk
  • Puako Bay
    3 min walk
  • Puako Beach
    14 min walk
  • Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
    9 min drive

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About the area

Puako

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Kamuela vacation home, you'll be steps from Waialea Beach and a 5-minute walk from Puako Bay. Puako Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waialea Beach - 2 min walk
  • Puako Beach - 14 min walk
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 7 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahamas Tropical Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nāpua - ‬16 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.

$100 off a night for 7+ night last minute booking Dec and Jan

Simply built and lushly landscaped for beachside living, Honu offers a comfortable living/dining area and convenient kitchen at the center of the house, with two air-conditioned bedrooms and adjoining full-baths on opposite ends for privacy. Hardwood floors, expansive windows and ceiling fans throughout add to your comfort. Mature plantings include Singapore plumeria for lei-making, crown flowers that attract monarch butterflies, tiare gardenia, and fragrant pikake planted just outside the master bedroom.

The home has air conditioning in the bedrooms only.

Hawaii GE & TA tax number 018-944-1024-01

Registration number: STVR-19-350417

NUC-19-495

Property manager

Mary and the Staff of 2Papaya Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1152 sq ft (107 sq m)

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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Service animals welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 6 people total, including children

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-018-944-1024-01, GE-018-944-1024-01, 660020190000

Property is also known as

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$100 off a night for 7+ night last minute booking Dec and Jan Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect spot for two couples or a family of 4-5.
My boyfriend and I stayed here for a week with another couple. We loved the layout of the house. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and is on the opposite sides of the main living room and kitchen, so it feels separated and private. The balcony is lovely and the grounds are beautiful. It’s a two minute walk to the most beautiful secluded bay. The beach has soft sand, plenty of shade and incredible snorkeling. One of our favorite features is the outdoor shower, which has warm water! The house is beautifully decorated and Mary is a dream to work with. Very communicative and accommodating! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of the Big Island!
The Honu House was by far the nicest rental we’ve stayed at in HI. The location can’t be beat. The house was spotless upon our arrival, the beds comfy. Honu had everything we could want or need. Want gorgeous sunsets? This is the place to be! Fresh Meyers limes grown just outside the front door for your papayas and mai tais? They’re here! Perfect weather, lovely trade winds, adorable geckos on the lanai,so many birds! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
I am hesitant to share how perfect the location was (especially for me traveling with 3 teen girls), as it could make it harder to book in the future... The check in process, house and location were perfect. I didn't really want to leave the house and we walked to the beach multiple times a day. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than advertised
From start to finish, every detail was looked after. The house and location were perfect. It was actually better than advertised.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
No more resorts for us
This lovely home sits minutes from the beach. The kitchen is well-equipped with new appliances. The bedrooms are private and the lanai is cozy...it's where I fell asleep every night listening to the waves. The yard is pleasant and there is an outdoor shower area. The decor is laid-back, upscale, and beachy which kept me from missing a resort altogether. We had space and the convenience of a carport. The beach is shady and less busy than the neighboring Hapuna. Great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
An awesome location, quiet neighborhood, lovely sandy beach, great for snorkeling, everything you need for beach comfort, and perfect for two couples. Comfy beds and very helpful manager. Special shout out to the friendly gardeners who gave us many ideas for neat places to visit, and make the garden beautiful! Would definitely return!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F., Ivins

Liked: Cleanliness
Honu House delight
We had a wonderful week in Honu House, walked in to fresh floral arrangement and Hawaiian music. Heavenly! Really loved the closeness to beach. Plenty of towels and linens, beach chairs, etc. Very clean and well equipped. Mary attended to our few needs with help to figure out great places to eat. Loved everything about it except the time went by too quickly. Thank you for a blissful stay. The lime tree in the yard provided a few limes for our drinks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in Puako
Perfect Big Island getaway with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. House is close enough to Beach 69 you can hear the surf on the shore from everywhere on the property. Gated access to the neighborhood. Do not worry about the lack of AC - there are ceiling fans all over and fresh mauka breezes blew down every night of our stay. Mahalo for our time in such a beautiful place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose W., Eugene, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous beach access, comfortable home
We loved being just steps from a great beach! Quiet neighborhood, clean and comfortable house with all the things we could need. Mary and 2Papayas staff were very attentive.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Overall 10/10! Was beautiful, clean, relaxing and peaceful and we had everything we needed and Mary was available if we had questions and we we very responsive. Love it and would go back every year
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach property
We enjoyed our stay of 9 nights. The house's location can't be beat...steps away from a great, shaded beach and a very quiet neighborhood. The house has a great Hawaiian feel and had all amenities we could need, especially with kitchen /cooking and beach supplies. Beds and living spaces are comfortable. Staff at 2Papayas is wonderful, friendly, and very helpful. We loved the nice welcoming touches upon arrival. No air conditioning, but the house was cool enough at night and listening to the waves and birds at night and morning felt like a real retreat!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and hospitailty
We had a fabulous stay and Mary showered us with the Aloha spirit. A true gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cozy House, amazing location
We highly recommend this property, we are a family of 5 that stayed here for a week, amazing snorkling and beach right outside your door, Mary and two Papayas was wonderful, attentive, thought-full. Many little details and extras in the house that made the stay amazing. She even helped us find and rent surfboards from Adam at Lat20 who was amazing. If you have the chance to rent this house , do it...It was the highlight of our trip..
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in the best location
We loved this house and location. The house has every amenity, the beds are comfortable and the lanai is heaven. Everyday we enjoyed snorkeling in the bay that is just a one minute walk from the lanai. The outdoor shower makes for easy beach to house living. We are birders and the variety of birds feasting on the backyard papaya tree was great. The staff at 2 Papayas couldn’t be nicer and were super helpful. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Please check
Only issue was the septic had a slight order late in the day.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fine time had by all
Nice house, fully equipped, fabulous location, stunning beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

DEREK B., Santa Rosa USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Birthday Get Away Ever
Best Birthday Get Away Ever !! Nothing Else needed to say !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Phillip E., Duluth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Home is located in great area for restaurants and beaches. One of the best beaches is just a couple hundred feet on sand path from back gate. Really quite neighborhood. Nice home with very helpful owner and property management company. Home has lots of beach gear for guest use. Made for a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G., Lafayette,CA

Liked: Cleanliness
January-grab some sunshine 2020
A very nice clean house in a great location. 60 secs walking from the beach Super bbq Great instructional book with house and excellent recommendations for golf and restaurants. We’d go again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of paradise
The property was as advertised or better. This is one of the nicest places we have ever been. The ocean and a sandy beach is steps away. Loved the sounds of the birds, ocean breezes and enjoyed relaxing on the porch and the beach. Wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hazel M.

Wonderful stay
As regular visitors to the Hawaiian islands, all in our party (3 adults and 2 children) agree this is the best beach! The Honu house is perfect: no traffic, no noise, perfectly set up with bedrooms at opposite ends yet both connect to the lanai. Everything you could want to prepare meals, go to the beach or just relax is provided. The group, 2 Papayas, are wonderful to deal with, being quick to respond to any requests. Was very difficult to leave this ideallic spot. We will definitely return.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017