Wonderful stay. Placed is beautiful. Karen, the manager, is a treasure.
Wonderful location if you like to be by the ocean as it is 2 blocks to Manini Beach and a few miles to Two Step. Home was furnished comfortably with all the amenities one would need. It was warm when we were there so the combination of ceiling fans and floor fans really helped. Washer/Dryer is a plus as is the dishwasher. Would definitely recommend for a family and if we come back with the kids will try to stay here again.
Just what I felt "old Hawaii" would be like. The house was extremely comfortable and very clean. Almost all of the house was without glass windows and only screens. You felt like you were living in a tree house. I kept expecting Tarzan to swing through the trees or Humphrey Bogart and Katherine Hepburn to walk out of a bedroom. Alas they didn't show. We quickly learned to turn off extra lights at night as that attracted gnats. No other bug problems though and the gnats didn't bother us. After all----it's nature.The info "booklet" the owner sends you (a copy is in a binder for you if you forget your copy) is VERY helpful. The banana bread is great and the two beaches that you can walk to are so authentic. Great snorkeling and swimming. Not having air conditioning was not an issue. Every room has a ceiling fan, including baths and each room has at least two column fans you can move around to suit your needs. The nights were cool requiring a blanket. If you're looking for a Hilton this is not for you. If you want something you probably can't get at home this is it.
This was our second stay! We loved it the first time and we had to come back. We loved it the second time too. Catherine’s home has been perfect for us for our stays in Hawaii. We love the openness of the home and the wonderful lanai. I will never get tired of listen to the birds while drinking coffee on the lanai. We cooked a few dinners at the home, and the kitchen had everything we needed and more - plenty of cookware, utensils, a good selection of spices - you name it. Both bathrooms are well stocked with shampo, conditioner, body wash, reef-friendly sunscreen, and lots of towels - beach towels too. We love the proximity to quiet beaches and snorkeling locations. There are also plenty of great restaurants and coffee shops a short drive away. We took our son to The Theatery (restaurant) for his 19th birthday. Amazing meal and wonderful service - a great view too.We hope to be back soon. Thank you so much for a great stay!
After a few busy days visit to hectic Honolulu it was a pleasure to come to this peaceful, quiet house. It was well placed for our various Kona activities and we highly recommend it. Songs of the frogs at night and the geckos were a bonus!
We had a great time staying in this comfortable and roomy and very authentic Hawaiian home at Manini Beach Park.
A perfect time of year to be on Kealakekua Bay/Manini Beach !!
This home is so very comfortable, in the greenery, with ample room to spread out for all ages. The kitchen is very well appointed, the beds are comfy and the spacious lanai is lovely. We were four adults: grandparents and two children with parents. Lots of games and puzzles for kids, plentiful reading material for adults. Shopping is a 20 minute car ride away. Water only short walk away.Highly recommended especially for family group.
Beverly Howard S.
Dec 28, 2024
We love this area, away from hotels and businesses so we can enjoy and take in the sights and sounds of nature. Such an easy walk to the ocean, snorkeling, kayaking, hanging in the park with amazing views.And it’s a short drive up the hill to stores and restaurants. Don’t miss the farmers market on Sunday and be sure to have breakfast or lunch while there.The house is clean, spacious, serene, open air, with sounds of birds and frogs. And so well stocked, kitchen and all.We loved our stay, and wished it was longer…
This is the second time we have visited here. It is a quiet, peaceful setting (except for a very loud frog chorus at night). We enjoyed the lanai and watching the birds at the feeder. The neighborhood beach park is very close.
Location was great for active family. Accommodations were perfect for our group of 5. Plenty of room, open air, proper amount of type of kitchenware, laundry, etc.
Lovely stay. Thank you!
My wife and I and the three kids stayed at the property for a week in early August. We loved walking to the waters near the property, and observing how the scenery changes depending on the tide. The sights, sounds are just so beautiful during the day and at night. We loved the floor plan of the property and how it is well integrated with the surrounding nature outdoors. The fruits that we can pick off the trees on the property are delicious!
Welcoming home in a great location. Very close to the ocean and Manini beach. Kayaking within a four minute walk.
Great communication, property as described and we would stay there again. We loved the screened windows with natural airflow and cool nights along with the sound of nature. The house had tons of extras like tp, shampoo, garbage bags, dish soap, beach gear, etc. and used the kayak and paddle boards several times. The 5 min walk to Manini beach and 5 min drive to Ke'Ei beach was nice. Thank you for a wonderful property and for the late checkout!!!
We loved our stay at Catherine's home. It was perfect for our family. The home was exactly as described. There was plenty of room for our family of 5 (which includes 3 teenagers!!!). The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed for preparing meals. We loved falling asleep listening to the coqui frogs and waking up to the birds. All day the breeze would bring in the scent of plumeria. We enjoyed coffee on the lanai every morning.
We couldn't have been more thrilled with the location. We had access to some of the best snorkeling spots in the state of Hawaii within walking distance (Manini beach) or a short drive away (two-step, Captain Cook). We also spent some time at Keei beach - where we had the place to ourselves. Breathtakingly beautiful! The home was away from the hustle and bustle of Kona and the resorts of Kohala. This was exactly what we were looking for.
We had a wonderful stay here and would love to return soon!
The house was in an ideal location in a small, quiet community near the beach. The property manager was there to greet us when we arrived and answer any questions. There was a binder with plenty of great suggestions for things to do and places to eat. It really felt like a home away from home. It was nice to have an ice chest , beach towels etc to use while we were there and the kitchen had everything we needed. Do bring earplugs if croaking frogs bother you at night! We spent the week exploring the island and were so happy to have a beautiful spot to come home to every afternoon!
We enjoyed our stay in Captain Cook! The birds definitely wake up early and on time every morning. Thank you for all of the great suggestions provided prior to our visit. Great communication and comfortable home. Thanks!
We had a lovely week. The accommodations are comfortable, the location is tucked away from the public and very close to the best snorkeling on the island.
We had plenty of room for our group of 6 including 2 teenagers. There was plenty of room to gather together and also enough for everyone to have their own space.
Everyday we picked fresh fruit from the property's trees. There are boogie boards, snorkel equipment, beach chairs and a beach umbrella for daily excursions.
You wont find anywhere closer to "old Hawaii" in a tucked away neighborhood with significant Hawaiian history a short walk away.
