Property Description
Did you ever dream of a vacation where there is nothing between you and the ocean but a few waving coconut palms? This is the place to be!
Wake up to 180 degrees of unobstructed ocean front view from your own lanai, watch the surfers on the waves, migrating whales (in seasons) & dolphins or spot our resident sea turtles – there is no reason to leave your own piece of paradise.
This recently updated, 2 bed/2bath penthouse has everything that you’d need for a perfect get away. Enjoy top floor view and privacy without having to navigate stairs – this complex has elevator service. Keyless entry means no more worries of losing keys going out to the beach. Other in unit conveniences include Wi-Fi connection, cable TV, bluetooth speaker, air conditioning in living area and in unit washer/dryer.
Guests will enjoy many upgrades made since the unit was acquired by current owners in 2016, they include:
New kitchen with all new stainless steel kitchen appliances and quartz countertop
New 24K BTU's Split Daikin AC
New living area furnishing
New full size washer and dryer
New redone lanai
New engineered wood floors in living area and bedrooms
All new lightings
New / remote controlled fans in all rooms
New plush mattresses
Hotel grade linens and towels
NOTE: for long term stay over 30 days, mid stay cleaning is required and to be scheduled by owner. The additional charge will be added AFTER booking is confirmed.
Location: Five minute drive from Old Kona, the most historic place on the islands, and five minutes from the safe snorkeling beach at Kahaluu and convenient shopping and dining of Keauhou village. Make yourself at home in our condo for your vacation as you explore the island's eleven micro-climates, beaches of many colors, best snorkeling in all of Hawaii, the coffee plantations on the slope of the world's largest volcano and the breathtaking heights (literally) of the tallest sea mountain in the world, the history and sights of Kealakekua bay, the dazzling views of the Waipi'o valley and the fiery glow of Kilauea. The Big Island is a marvel of diversity that surprises and enchants at every turn, dry and vast one moment, deep green and lush the next. This is the perfect place to explore it from, just a twenty minute drive from the Kona airport. Only one caution: you may have a hard time pulling yourself from the lanai and the mesmerizing sights, sounds and smells it presents!
To view virtual tour of this property - go to: https://youtu.be/Zg4cmtkSylU
To view our condo on Maui - go to: https://youtu.be/2wkxU91zED8
To view our condo on Kauai - go to: https://youtu.be/a5jA5suTJJg
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Registration Number: TA-031-091-7120-01, GE-031-091-7120-01
User Reviews
Joe O.
Apr 04, 2025
Very nice property. Host was very kind and let us check in a bit early. Love having the bedroom next to the crashing waves. A little far from the elevator being on the forth floor. Might think about putting a little shampoo bottle in the bathrooms.
Dorothy P.
Mar 30, 2025
We were mesmerized by the beautiful view and the sounds of the ocean waves. The kitchen was fully equipped and everything was in working order. The location is very convenient for enjoying Kona and exploring historic sites
brandy g.
Mar 22, 2025
The view was phenomenal! The pics are accurate but the they don’t show that it was pretty dirty and dated. From the elevator in the the middle of the property the condo is about a football field away so be prepared to walk. The elevator was broken one day and closed for repairs, we had a mobility challenged person who had to navigate stairs. Overall the interior of unit was one level below a holiday Inn. Needs professional paint & clean including walls and baseboards and door handles and light switches and fixtures, and a place to put luggage ( like a luggage rack). Again the view was amazing!
Tammy S.
Feb 17, 2025
Great condo with spectacular ocean views. Condo was clean and well furnished. The family enjoyed our 10 days in paradise. It was relaxing waking up to the sound of gentle waves crashing onto the lava rocks. Evening sunsets were gorgeous.
Larry B.
Feb 09, 2025
Be cautious when considering this unit, as what you see in the photos does not accurately represent reality. The furniture is entirely different — gone are the recliners, and now the living room seats three. Gone is the pictured artwork, leaving primarily bare walls. Priced among the luxury units, it has no amenities, such as a stereo or a radio. It's sparsely furnished and stocked, necessitating we bought kitchen linens and coffee mugs. The primary bedroom is part of the living room with a thin partition not shown in the photos. The second bedroom was habitually hot from poor airflow, receiving no AC. The AC is not central, but a window unit in the living room. The condo complex is small and old. Some parts of this unit have been "updated" but done minimally and cheaply. Overall, we paid for a luxury unit and received a budget one. The unit did not live up to our previous VBRO experiences.
Zsuzsanna W.
Jan 24, 2025
nothing like going to sleep and waking up with the ocean at your fingertips!!!!being so close to town, airport, and several beautiful beaches....... was also terrific
Jeffrey P.
Jan 05, 2025
The condo itself was great. Renovations really were nice. The whole complex however was pretty dated and could use a refresh. Views from balcony were stellar and main reason we rented here. Owner was great to respond and very helpful.
Matt C.
Nov 16, 2024
The location was ideal for us, and was a beautiful view! We had a great stay, the property was clean, well organized and the check in was easy. Pool looked clean and refreshing, although we did not have an opportunity to utilize it. Our only want, a bit more of a selection of pots/ skillets, and cooking utensils… but everyone is different. We would definitely recommend and would visit again if our travels bring us back to the area.
Donna K.
Oct 21, 2024
FIrst, the things we loved about the property. You could not get any closer to the ocean. The lanai had a straight on view with beautiful sunsets and a small beach. The condo was very clean, and the mini split A/C was very much appreciated as it was unusually hot and humid. The beds were comfortable, and the fans helped keep us cool. Despite some of the comments below, I would probably stay there again. Location was a plus. There was one elevator that went to the 4th floor, which was helpful. They were having a bee problem about half way to our room. We had to do a lot of duck and cover at that area.The building was a bit dated and the condo could have used a fresh coat of paint. If you want to spend any time on the lanai to enjoy the view you will have to turn off the air as the A/C unit outflow will blow very hot air on you. (This was a minor problem: As long as the mini split was turned off when we were out there.) The photos made the place look a bit larger than it actually was. The couch could use an update also. The view was worth the price. Could have done without the bees, but that is not the owners fault. All and all it was a nice place to stay.
Kim F.
Sep 16, 2024
Great location just a little too touristy for what we were looking for
Mark R.
Sep 13, 2024
Short visit with Ohana (one night) 4th story right on the water, older building but well appointed. Quite nice!
Graham H.
Sep 10, 2024
The listing was very accurate. We really enjoyed the unit. The period we were there had high temp and humidity. The combination of the A/C and fans cooled the unit down, even after we had been out (we turned the A/C off when we went out). Please note we did not use the 2nd bedroom.
The view is outstanding. Nothing between you and the ocean. The lanai is huge (I figure it's 8 feet deep and 22 feet wide). It gives lots of area to sit. We spent a lot of time out there with coffee, a book or just watching the waves and sea turtles in the reef and cove.
The unit was very private. We didn't hear anyone around us, even though they were there. During the day you did get some road noise but I didn't notice it while sleeping.
The unit was very clean. The flooring is good on the feet and the lack of carpet helps. Kitchen is well laid out and has all the equipment you could use.
The location worked well for us. Two or three small beach areas on the property (the one in front of the unit is great when the tide is coming in). 15 minute walk to Magic Sands beach and 10 minute drive to an even bigger beach. 20 minutes from the airport and 5-10 minutes to old town Kona.
The unit has a keyless entry which was very appreciated.
The building has a pool which we didn't use. We did use the onsite "Da Poke Hut". Very fresh.
Blanca P.
Jun 21, 2024
We had a wonderful time together. We watched sunrises and sunsets daily as we prepared to go on excursions. The big island has so much to offer and it was truly a wonderful experience. The condo was clean and perfect for our family of four.
Sammie R.
May 15, 2024
Carolyn's place was fantastic! My husbad and I stayed at her condo for a few nights and were very impressed with the location, amenities, and the cleanliness of the space. Don't forget about the views! It was so enjoyable grabbing a cup of coffee in the morning and sitting out on the balcony. We even saw a turtle one morning. We highly recommend Carolyn's place and will most definitely be staying there again when we come back!
Catherine C.
May 11, 2024
What a perfect way to spend a vacation. We slept with the door open to the balcony and slept to the sound of the ocean. The condo was clean, comfortable and in a great location.
