Rental Details
Property Overview
Aloha, and welcome to "Makani Moana #104" a beautifully appointed private townhome and tropical retreat at Keauhou Resort. Located near the ocean and tucked away in a quiet area, this comfortable townhome is our little piece of paradise on the Island of Hawaii and we are happy to share it with you. Relax, rejuvenate, and enjoy the peacefulness of this spacious two-story unit that boasts two private lanais, one-bedroom, one-bathroom, queen sofa sleeper, views of the ocean and gardens.
Keauhou Resort is in a quiet area just south of Kailua-Kona, nestled within a beautifully landscaped five-acre tropical garden with 47 units, occupied mostly by full-time residents. The property has several on-site amenities which include two saltwater swimming pools, surrounded by an abundance of fragrant blooms and lush gardens. Relax, enjoy the sun, cool off in the pools or enjoy a BBQ.
Our lovely vacation rental can comfortably accommodate up to four guests. Newly updated with fresh paint in 2024, new furnishings and local art, it is equipped with all the comforts of home and amenities you'll need to make your stay enjoyable and memorable. You will appreciate the peacefulness of its location, with no units above or below you. Your free assigned vehicle parking is right outside the front door of the unit, no hauling your luggage up and down multiple flights of stairs! Cable television and free Wi-Fi are also included for your entertainment.
Enjoy the ocean views and amazing sunsets from the large lanai featuring dining table with seating for four and a chaise lounge chair all right off the bright open space living area with vaulted ceilings. Seamlessly connecting from the living room is the kitchen that keeps the conversation going no matter where you’re seated, featuring a new Palliser queen-sized sofa sleeper, dining area for four, kitchen, and flat-screen TV. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the necessities you'll need, including a dishwasher, microwave, stove, and side-by-side refrigerator as well as many other kitchen accoutrements. Step down to the lower level to your comfortably sized bedroom retreat, featuring a new California King bed with luxurious Cariloha bed linens. Just steps from your bed is the second private lanai, where you can enjoy the view from cozy chairs, you will find beach and snorkel gear located here for your use during your stay. The newly remodeled ensuite bathroom with new washer/dryer is located steps from the bedroom. Aveda travel sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap and lotion are provided. The oversized floor to ceiling Jalousie windows designed for maximum airflow, provide a gentle breeze. It is a short walk to the two saltwater pools through the scenic gardens of the resort.
Part of the charm of our unit is the tropical foliage and a big Monkey Pod tree just off the lanai, while the tree provides delightful shade it does shed some debris, when the wind blows or it rains more debris will fall. We have provided a leaf blower for you use to blow the debris off the lanai at your discretion. It is located on the upper lanai in the deck box. Please use between the hours of 8am and 8pm.
Kona Country Club, a spectacular public golf course with breathtaking ocean view is adjacent to Keauhou Resort for you golf enthusiasts. A short walk will take you to Keauhou Shopping Center, which has a KTM grocery store, Farmers Market every Saturday morning from 9am until 12pm, several dining options in addition to boutiques, gift shops, gas station, movie theater, heritage center museum, hair Salon/Spa and a post office. A short 5-minute stroll down the road you’ll find beautiful Keauhou Bay, a hub for various aquatic adventures and ocean access. Once there you can enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding or sign up for scuba diving, Manta Ray night snorkel (which may be the most amazing thing you will ever experience), a fishing charter, or a snorkel tour. Between Keauhou Resort and Kailua-Kona town you will find numerous beaches for swimming and snorkeling, Kahalu'u Beach State Park, White Sands Beach, and Alula Beach to name a few.
Spend some time in Kailua-Kona town where you’ll find souvenir shops, local artisans, the famous Kona Farmers Market, and fine dining. Enjoy spectacular sunsets while sipping a tropical cocktail, Kona coffee or munching Hawaiian shave ice from the Kailua-Kona Pier, you can enjoy people-watching or check out the big cruise ships coming and going while enjoying access to Hawaii’s best scuba diving, big-game fishing, kayaking, and whale watching. The pier is the official starting and finishing point of the Ironman World Championship which is held in October. These are just a few of the many outdoor adventures that await.
Like any tropical location bugs are common. We do have routine environmentally friendly pest control inside and out every 3 months, but bugs will occasionally still make an appearance inside the unit. Uninvited pests often seen on the Big Island include but are not limited to ants, cockroaches, mosquitoes, centipedes (don’t touch them), moths, spiders and Geckos. Geckos are good, natural pest control and you may see them from time to time in the unit on the wall. Please help us keep pests under control by keeping all foods put away in sealed containers in the refrigerator, do not leave any food out on the counter or in cupboards, dirty dishes should be rinsed and put in the dishwasher after use, counters wiped and garbage disposed of often, this will make everyone’s stay more enjoyable.
***Please note that this property is not equipped with air conditioning. It does, however, feature excellent ventilation with floor-to-ceiling Jalousie windows in the front of the unit, 8' sliders to the Lanai with ceiling fans throughout which creates a comfortable space with plenty of air flow.***
Hawaiian Tax ID TA-133-550-1824-01
This property is a licensed short term vacation rental. STVR-19-355219
Registration Number: 3780100330004, GE-133-550-1824-01, TA-133-550-1824-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Keauhou (postal 96740) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Keauhou, HI (Keauhou Mauka – Kahaluu Keauhou – Kona Coast – 0.61 km to center), United States
- Near a health or beauty spa
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 4 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Private vacation home
- Unit size: 910 sq ft (85 sq m)
- 1 bedroom
- Bed sheets provided
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Free WiFi
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine and dryer
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Lanai / balcony
- Onsite parking
- Dryer
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Pool
- TV
- Washer
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 10:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 21
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- Contactless check in available
- Contactless check out available
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number 3780100330004, GE 133 550 1824 01, TA 133 550 1824 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.Note from host: Unit not advisable for children under 6 years.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing on site
- Kayaking nearby
- Marina nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Whale watching nearby
- Location: Keauhou, HI (Keauhou Mauka – Kahaluu Keauhou – Kona Coast – 0.61 km to center), United States
- Near a health or beauty spa
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?
A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to explore. Parking notes: Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a townhouse rental.
Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?
The button opens the partner listing page where you can review final rates, fees, availability, policies and booking details.
Guest Reviews
Reviews
Great place for your Hawaiian stay. The home, property and grounds are wonderful. Very well stocked kitchen and bath. Owners are very responsive and accommodating. We enjoyed the beautiful pool area and the short walk to several waterfront locations for taking in the sunsets. Lovely home, highly recommended.
Very well kept and organized, good location if you like quiet.
Really enjoyed our stay here. Great location, walkable neighborhood, close to stores and beaches but a quiet, mellow vibe. Owners were easy to communicate with and accommodating. Hope to land here again.
Firstly Hugh and Linda are absolutely incredible hosts. They’re friendly, kind, communicative, and they have literally thought of everything possible for the comfort of their guests. From booking to check out this townhome was a dream. The home was spotlessly clean and stocked with pretty much anything you would need like toiletries, kitchen gadgets, coffee, spices, rice, they even have a drawer with Tylenol and ibuprofen packets. I honestly have never stayed in such a thoughtful VRBO. The pool has great hours and is a short 2 minute walk from the townhouse. We took a dip every evening and almost always had the pool to ourselves. We were a bit nervous that the unit didn’t have AC but quickly found that the fans and the airflow between the louvre windows and the sliding glass doors on both levels was plenty. We even ended up needing to turn off fans in the middle of the night as it would cool way down. The lanai on both levels had great shade and views. Oh and if you’re headed to the beach (who isn’t when visiting the island) they provide all the beach toys , chairs, shade umbrellas, coolers. If you’re looking for a super comfortable and quiet stay look no further. We’re already looking at dates for our next visit.
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and had an amazing time. The check in process was very simple and the unit was exactly what we expected. The only negative I have would be the overall cleanliness of both upper and lower lanai's. Upon our arrival both were completely covered with falling debris from the tree. We had to clean it off the table, chairs and decking before we could use. The unit is stocked with necessities to enjoy a full day of fun in the water or sun. Kitchen and Bathrooms were both stocked with necessities and a few extras. The pool is very comfortable as well. The location was convenient to beaches, shopping, dining and tours. Overall we had an amazing time and would stay again.
This well maintained unit had everything we needed for a three week winter getaway. The condo is perfectly located. A short uphill walk to shopping and restaurants, and an easy downhill stroll to the bay, dive cruise dock, rowing club, and the Kona Outrigger Hotel. The ocean sunset view from the deck is perfectly framed by the Monkey Pod tree that provides welcome shade and coolness in the afternoon. Sunbathing on the deck in February is a 1.5 hour window around noon due to this beautiful tree. However, the pool area is a short walk away. It is has shaded tables and chairs, plus lounge chairs if you wish to sun bathe, plus umbrellas for shaded lounging. The unit is closer to the road than we estimated it to be, but traffic noise at night is light as the road to the bay dead ends. You quickly adjust. A heads up for those that need to use the sleeper sofa. It is new and very high quality, but operates differently from most. The instructions are in a white Welcome Binder that also contains info on the operation of the ceiling exhaust fan, and other tips and recommendations. Somehow we missed finding it until we had been there a few days. Things are so well labeled that we had figured most things out by then. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Wonderful property! It’s exactly as it looks in the listing photos. But what you don’t see is all the extras like all the kitchen and bathroom supplies and plenty of fresh coffee beans and guide books for the Big Island. For the most part, the lack of AC was not a problem. Warm in the evenings inside, but comfortable sleeping. Great location to some of the best spots around Kona. 25 minute drive to the best snorkeling on the island. 5 minute walk to picturesque rocky beach for sunsets. 15 minutes to downtown Kona (except during rush hour).
Our family of three stayed two weeks at this townhome and were satisfied. We stay at numerous VRBO's throughout Hawaii and this townhome was more clean and more organized than most. The location is great for grocery shopping, fuel for vehicle and walking distance to the small boat harbor. The townhouse location for day trips to Captain Cook for kayaking and snorkeling was also convenient as there is very little vehicle traffic on the drive back to the townhome. The pool area was super clean, modern and larger than the pictures depict. We swam in the pool every other day and we were always alone! Finally, we were impressed with the overall vibe throughout the complex. It was quiet, clean and felt private. The only negative is the townhome location in relation to the street below. The street is not especially busy, but expect a little vehicle noise at various times. Overall, it was an excellent townhome, and we will not hesitate staying again!
Keahou is a place my wife and I frequent. Great location and close proximity to stores. Well kept and inviting condo. Thank you
Great location, close to good snorkeling and a short drive to Kona. The place was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Excellent communication with the hosts. Our son loved the pools.
This is a delightful apartment with beautiful views from the lanai towards the ocean. Equipped to the highest possible standard and the owners couldn't be more helpful. The resort is quiet, has lovely tropical grounds and has two beautiful pools. Location is convenient with a shopping centre and restaurants close by. i enjoyed our short stay very much and recommend this apartment very highly.
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