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9.8/10 · 136 reviews
Bedroom
1
Bathroom
1
Guests
3

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PLEASE NOTE: Listed rates are based on two guests. An additional $40/nt per guest will be added. Please enclose the total number of guest when booking (including children)... Mango Cottage is an original beach house located at the private and quiet end of Puako Beach Dr. The Cottage is a minute walk to the Paniau beach access which is a well known and popular beach for snorkeling. Recent renovations give the Cottage all the modern amenities, while maintaining the relaxed and tranquil feeling of an earlier era. There is one bedroom which includes the outdoor shower, one bathroom with indoor shower, and an extra full size bed in the alcove off the living area. The Cottage shares the property with Mango Hale (vrbo#67917) and can be rented together for larger groups and families. The property is surrounded by a lush lawn, mango and coconut trees, which provide a cool and comfortable environment. The vaulted ceiling and open gable end design allows the breezes to fill the room.The bedroom includes a queen size bed and split duct air conditioning.

Registration Number: TA-188-297-2160-01, GE-188-297-2160-01

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Guest reviews

Audrey T. W.10.0/10
Jun 13, 2026

Great location! Friendly host Recommend it highly

Amanda C.10.0/10
May 23, 2026

This place is an absolute gem and it was our privilege to stay. The cottage has everything you could need with a wonderful energy and ambience, we had a hard time dragging ourselves away from the patio to explore the ocean just steps away. Would love the opportunity to come back, Scott and his family are lovely!

Will D.10.0/10
May 9, 2026

Location was prefect and quiet. Will definitely book again if we come back

Suzanne P.10.0/10
Apr 26, 2026

Loved the mango cottage. Clean, comfortable, well equipped for our needs. Great location! Appreciate the ac in the bedroom!

Ann K.10.0/10
Mar 29, 2026

We spent much time inside due to kona low storms so we really appreciated the comfort of the cottage

sgbaughn10.0/10
Jan 8, 2026

Yes! Very welcoming!

Sybil R.10.0/10
Nov 12, 2025

Small & sweet. Loved our stay here. The neighbor hood was quiet and you could walk the very long street every morning/eve and pop in to the beaches along the way. We love the north coast rather than the hustle/bustle of Kona town. Scott was a kind, accommodating host and cottage was well equipped.

Mitzi A.10.0/10
Oct 9, 2025

The beach was very close by and so easy to get to. The cottage was very clean and well equipped. It was adorable inside and out. It was in a private area with a beautiful view of the mountains from our road and a sandy beach nearby. We will def be returning.

Stacey P.10.0/10
Sep 7, 2025

Mango Cottage is a great home base for exploring the island. 2nd time staying here. Host is super cool and helpful. If you need anything during your stay, he's there for you! The cottage has everything you need- plus the bedroom is air conditioned. It might sound odd to think AC is needed, but the end of summer can get toasty-so if you're comparing different places, be sure to consider AC! The neighborhood is a quiet and friendly gem - the beach access entry points are steps away, lots to explore, sunsets are amazing (there's a guy who regularly brings his pet pig!), snorkeling with all those pesky turtles and colorful fish. Pay attention to the tides-totally changes access / beach. If you hit a high tide, enjoy the view and come back at low for an amazing experience. One of our favorites from this trip was just walking outside the cottage and star gazing - it was rather mesmerizing. Mango Cottage is close enough to walk to the Fairmount along the beach if you need a resort fix. Hapuna Beach is a short drive-you don't even need to get on the Queen's Highway.

Ryan B.10.0/10
Aug 8, 2025

Perfect beach cottage steps from a really cool public access park. You will absolutely love the Puako neighborhood. There are around 10 beach access points to explore nearby. The Mango cottage sits near the end of a dead end road (from a map it might look like the road keeps going but a few hundred yards past the house it’s closed to vehicles, you can bike/walk it). It’s only a short walk to a super cool petroglyph trail. Do it early or late for the best lighting. We would also see multiple owls every night just down the road from the cottage. The cottage has an excellent outdoor shower. We never used the indoor one, outside was too perfect. The beach chairs and umbrella were great for the local beaches. Snorkeling is great in this area, bring your gear or rent locally. This place is a true gem. 10/10 recommend. Next time we will stay for much longer than three nights!

Leslie W.10.0/10
May 1, 2025

The Mango Cottage was the perfect place to spend our last 5 days on the island. The location is fantastic, the neighborhood is quiet and the cottage is beautifully landscaped and comfortable. Friendly and accommodating hosts made the stay even better. We hope to return soon!

Tanya G.10.0/10
Feb 4, 2025

Mango Cottage instantly had me on Island time.

Kevin C.10.0/10
Dec 12, 2024

17 days in Puako!! If you know..... you know! Rick and Scott (and wife) are great hosts. We will return, we started planning the day we left their place. Many thanks for their hospitality, conversation and great property!

Zach N.10.0/10
Nov 26, 2024

My wife and I loved our stay in the Mango Cottage in Puako. Rick was nearby on the property (in the back-house) and he was attentive if we had any requests but respectful of our privacy. We took advantage of the prime location and snorkeled and visited the sea turtles at least once a day. The outdoor shower was great. We look forward to our next visit!

Heather G.10.0/10
Nov 3, 2024

Puako is a gem. Great host, community and nature!

kathy a.10.0/10
Jul 19, 2024

Nice small cottage. Beach across the road but it is mainly large lava boulders so you need to drive to get to a sandy beach. I did see people work their way through the lava to snorkel.

Dan S.10.0/10
Jul 16, 2024

Every think about our stay at Mango Cottage in Puako was nice and easy. Location just off the beach was a breeze. The cottage was clean and simple. And Scott, the host, was responsive and helpful at all times.

Susan K.10.0/10
Jun 20, 2024

We enjoyed exploring the area from the Mango Cottage. The surrounding area is just stunning! Great snorkeling right across the street. We enjoyed the comforts of the Mango Cottage-well equipped kitchen, super comfortable mattress, birds waking us in the morning. We hope to return to see the manta rays. Thanks, Scott!

David F.10.0/10
Jun 18, 2024

Puako is a unique little area on the Big Island. Great climate and snorkelling, with nice house and yard. Owner very nice.

Laura A.10.0/10
Jun 15, 2024

This place is not glitzy at all but is homey and has what we needed to be comfortable and more. Love the outdoor shower, easy access to the neighborhood beach, and well equipped kitchen. Neighbors treated us like we belonged there! Scott was available for anything we needed like beach advice, barbecue skewers, and figuring out little quirks of the cottage. Would definitely stay here again!

Jonathan C.10.0/10
Jun 6, 2024

These were our last 2 days on this island and this was exactly what I hoped for- local style and proximity to secluded shady awesome beaches. Would have loved to stay here longer or the whole time but we explored Kona first then Hilo side. Having once lived on Kauai myself years ago- this is what I remember and longed for!! We hope to return someday for longer! Mahalo! Kim & Pat, Margaux and Jacqui

jennifer s.10.0/10
May 26, 2024

This was such an excellent place to stay. Location on Puako Rd is a great part of island and super access to snorkeling and shoreline. The Mango Cottage had very nice quality amenities and Rick was so kind and helpful at every turn. I am for sure hoping to plan another trip back to stay at this property. I thought it was a very good value for all of the amenities and location.

michelle m.10.0/10
Feb 27, 2024

wonderful location and very roomy.

Guest review10.0/10
Oct 15, 2018

Great stand alone cottage with it's own parking. Coast access one door down. You can walk along a beautiful coastal trail or just sit and take in the stunning views.

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Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Puako (postal 96743) Hawaii

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Puako, HI (Sunset Ridge – Kona Coast – 3.70 km to center), United States
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 3 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Cottage
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • WiFi available
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Lanai / balcony
  • Onsite parking
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • No Smoking
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 AM
  • Check in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Contactless check in 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 TA 188 297 2160 01, GE 188 297 2160 01
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed
  • Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
  • Location: Puako, HI (Sunset Ridge – Kona Coast – 3.70 km to center), United States
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 visit. Parking notes: Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a cottage rental.

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Local Weather

Today's Weather in Puako

Weather in Puako
Cloudy · Updated 9:15 pm HST · Sunset 6:16 pm HST
Temperature
83°F
Feels like
88°F
Wind
9mph
Rain chance
84%
Overcast night skies – no stars, still plenty of island calm.

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