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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Kamuela, HI
  • Puako Beach
    6 min walk
  • Waialea Beach
    9 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    19 min drive
  • Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
    15 min drive

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About the area

Kamuela

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Puako Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Puako Bay with a stay here. Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 16 min drive
  • Waikoloa Beach Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lagoon Grill - ‬21 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.

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Immerse yourself in paradise at our tranquil completely restored vintage beach cottage. We're located in Puako, the only beachfront community on the Kohala coast on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Puako was an ancient fishing village and is now known for its green sea turtles, colorful tropical fish and spectacular sunsets. If you're vacationing during the winter months, watch for the humpback whales that return every year to romp and play.

The weather here is sunny year-round. There's easy access to ocean beaches, ancient petroglyphs, spectacular golf courses, shopping, world-class resorts and fine dining.

Private parking and entry to property, surrounded by lush greenery and private yard setting.
2 bedrooms (2 Queen-sized beds) View Photos. The second bedroom is shared with the open living area which makes a comfortable living space.

Halekawikapuako has always adhered to strict cleaning procedures, such as cold fogging and total surface cleaning and disaffecting, for your and our safety and comfort ...
1 bathroom with New custom built tile shower
and a private garden full body shower and foot wash(for beach sand), private !
dining room
spacious fully equipped kitchen
living room with TV/Cable/Stereo-Dish radio station
Internet connection
2 lovely lanai (front deck and back lanai)
directly across the street from the ocean
easy access to the shoreline

Property manager

Kim or David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: front deck no buts on ground or off grounds

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: service animals must be pre approved

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: kid damage will be charged

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
Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved
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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-019-160-2688-01, GE-019-160-2688-01

Property is also known as

Puako 1940's Vintage Beach Now Air Conditioning as Option
Puako 1940's Vintage Now With
Puako 1940's Vintage Beach Now Air Conditioning as Option

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 209 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 209 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako vintage home
Fantastic location. attentive and respectful owner. Cozy home with full amenities. Great outdoor shower. Morning coffee on the lanai listening to bird life was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J., San Anselmo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks Kim and David
Thanks you to Kim and David. Fifth time we have stayed in the cottage. Absolutely love the location, hosts, and facilities. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, comfortable, enjoyable.
David is the perfect host, made you feel like the space was yours as much as it is his. Very well equipped, lanai was spacious and beyond comfortable. The outside shower is a must! Would stay here again without hesitation. Little little was a pleasure to meet!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Amazing!
We had an amazing stay here! It was exactly as advertised and even better. The cottage is charming and full of character, offering the perfect blend of charm and comfort. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, making our stay even more enjoyable. The location is ideal—peaceful, beautiful, and just steps away from the beach. We can't wait to come back the next time we're on the Big Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather m., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 5 day stay with my kids
This cottage is in a great location, a short drive to the resorts area. Great beach access just across the street and not a far drive from many other beach access points. Great A/C units when needed. I loved the outside shower, my daughter also liked it but my son could not wrap his head around being outside and naked (no one can see you). Wonderful to have so many places to relax on the property, nice line to hang your towels on etc. The washer and dryer were handy to have. The yard has A curry leaf tree to use as well as some herbs, added bonus we were given fresh mango and chayote to eat. Overall, we would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J I., San Jose, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Magical
Puako is a piece of Hawaii heaven. From the ocean sunsets, to the turtles, the quiet and gentleness of the night breeze. David’s house is a rare gem and a bright, airy, and well stocked space to have as your home base. We’ve stayed multiple times and hope to keep coming back! Great beds, showers, kitchen gear, beach gear, and AC when you need it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All systems good.
Loved the house, gardens, location and the hosts. Definitely up a step on the ol’ evolutionary scale.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Spring Valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
This is our favorite place to stay when we’re on the Big Island! We will be back again ! Mahalo!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
We had a fabulous time here in this beautifully restored surf cottage. Great location, David and Kim were great! Kitchen stocked with everything you may need, plenty of towels. Loved the outdoor shower! Plenty of space to hang out front and back. Great sunset just across the street. We will definitely return!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Amazing location walking distance to several public beach accesses. 10 mn from beautiful Hapuna Beach. Cottage has 3 great areas. Front deck, inside the cottage and great back patio.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter getaway
Very clean, very comfortable and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., PORTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Great hosts.
The house is a great size with 2 lanais. It was very clean, and the hosts were available when needed. It was a fantastic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and host
Loved the graceful cottage and gardens. Being one block from the ocean was a fabulous location. David is a wealth of information about the history of the area and the natural world of Hawaii. The cottage has everything we needed in the kitchen and the bed was quite comfortable. We’d go back in a second.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly
It was a beautiful place to enjoy not only the natural herbs but also the flowers. When you step onto the front porch the plumerias and other scents were heavenly. The short walk to a very quiet beach provided some quiet time for us and some beautiful sunsets. The cottage is well equipped with every convenience. Loved the outdoor shower! Davis was the most considerate host, he gave us a tour of the house and the garden when we arrived and later brought us honey for Christmas. I highly recommend this little slice of heaven in Puako.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful, comfortable!
My family loved our stay here! David was a great host and exceeded our expectations, we loved seeing and hearing about all the beautiful plants in the yard and enjoyed trying some with our meals. Having laundry was a huge bonus, plenty of towels, beach toys, chairs, etc. The beds were comfortable with the ocean breeze blowing in the windows at night. The location is beautiful, lots of dreamy homes, turtles resting and snorkeling nearby, we even saw a whale! The ocean is right across the street, with shoreline access posted along the road. It is far enough away from the resort areas you feel secluded, but close enough to drive and get groceries and meals. We enjoyed driving around the island, exploring beaches and the National Parks, shopping, it was wonderful having a quiet place to come to in the evening with the most beautiful stars right from the front porch! We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mab ( official name Margaret) O., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness
An oasis
Coffee on the lanai each morning listening to the chorus of birds welcoming the sunrise. Watching the brilliant sunsets each evening from the beach a 3 minute walk away. Short drives or walks to great beaches. David and Kim we thoroughly enjoyed our long stay in your comfy cottage. We hope to again and we recommend it to others seeking a peacefull holiday on the Big Island.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Throw back to special time
Very well equipped special beach cottage. The beach is a close walk, awash with stars after a sunset full of color. The gardenias were starting to pop so they wafted thru the kitchen window. The hosts were a delight and very welcoming
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay S., Wa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Great place, just as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
If Relaxing and enjoying the North side of paradise is your thing than this is the place. Highly recommend this place and these hosts. Mahalo.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A., pacific city, oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Very special place
We have been to the big island several times and this was our best experience ever. David was an excellent host. We had an amazing time in this wonderful cottage and plan to return next year. Thank you again for your hospitality. Tell Radiant hello from us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Just what we were looking for. Great location, quiet, safe and a huge portion of suburban Hawaii- try it while it is still available
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie B., Leavenworth,WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing paradise
Charming and comfortable cottage in a great location. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the island has to offer. Lush tropical yard all to yourself, and the house has everything you’ll need for an amazing vacation!! Hosts are so wonderful…would highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and location
We spent two weeks in Hawai’i, 4 different locations on two islands. Our stay in Puako was easily the best part. First, David is an absolutely amazing host. The grounds are filled with all sorts of plant life that my daughter enjoyed hearing David talk her through. We used the plants several times to accompany our meals. The property itself is great. Super clean, full amenities, comfortable beds and the outdoor shower is a great touch. Access to a nice beach for sunset is less than a 2 minute walk. As for the location, it always comes down to a personal preference but Puako is in a great location for us. The proximity to small towns and a couple resort areas give enough options for dinner, shopping and exploring. The towns were fun to take in a little more of the typical Hawai’i living. Waimea was especially fun for us. You have to do the farmers markets on Saturday morning. There are also a couple touring companies that launch their activities out of the boat ramp 5 minutes down the road. Hapuna beach is the best beach we went to in Big Island and only 10 min down the road too. This area is a nice escape from the hustle of the downtown Kona area but close enough for the couple times we wanted/needed to go there. Oh yeah, a random collection of footrucks setup at the corner of Puako Beach Rd and the Highway, including some insanely delicious malasada’s. We will be back here with David for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find
Host welcomes you. House is beautiful, well equipped, and secluded. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023