The Hawaiian term ‘aloha’ runs deeper than a word of salutation. Over many years of visits to the Big Island, we are grateful to have experienced aloha: kindness, mutual regard, warmth in caring. Now, with our renovated condo in Waikoloa Village, we are eager to offer that same aloha to guests. Want affordable comfort in a quiet scenic setting? Want a lanai with views? Check out our pictures! Want to explore the sunny and dry Kohala Coast? World-renowned beaches are minutes away!
Our trips to the Big Island began in the eighties! Upon retirement as educators in Alaska, we decided to purchase a property on the Big Island. It would have a dual purpose: to provide us with projects (giving us a purpose to spend a bit of time there) AND allow us to offer warm ‘aloha’ to family, friends, and unknown guests wanting to explore Hawaii.
The leeward (sunny and dry) side of the Big Island is our favorite. Since Kailua-Kona feels too hectic and busy for our style, we chose Waikoloa Village--less than a half hour drive from the airport to our condo. The Village’s small community vibe appeals to us. Within a ten to fifteen minute drive are three mega resorts (Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, and Mauna Kea) with fine dining, boutique shopping, and activities. Just as close is the Kohala Coast with a wide variety of sand beaches and tide pools—the best the Big Island has to offer. Fish, sail, swim, snorkel, kayak, paddle-board, view turtles, hike!
Location, location, location! Once we decided on Waikoloa Village, our next priority was to purchase a property with outdoor space and an unobstructed view. Success! Our ground-level corner unit at Paniolo Club has a landscaped side yard. The back lanai fronts a well maintained grassed lawn. A fifty-foot dry gully separates the lawn area from the 15th fairway of the Waikoloa Village Golf Club. The wide variety of bushes, flowers, and trees (even a banana tree) gives the property a tropical feel. Geckos along with a variety of birds congregate the space: parrots, canaries, red cardinals, wild turkeys, doves. The lanai, living room, and back bedroom all face the open expanse to the west, offering ever-changing sunset views.. A reserved parking spot is directly in front of unit. No steps make an easy entrance to the front door and a shaded porch area.
The 1100 square foot condo comfortably accommodates up to four guests. (A sofa bed could accommodate a fifth.) It is spacious for a couple or perfect for two couples wanting to share space and costs. Ohana (family) with keiki (children) are also welcome! Guests have passes to use the completely renovated, beautiful Aquatic Center--just a three minute drive from our condo!
Ken and I purchased our condo with a vision. A retired shop teacher, he relishes in renovations! The past (partial) winters spent in Hawaii have been a labor of love. The condo has been updated throughout. It is a continual work in process, always finding new projects to make our condo cozy, comfortable, unique. Our newest addition is adding ceiling fans to the two bedrooms.
Listed are some renovations. A solid wall with modern handcrafted 'honu' barn door replaces shoji doors to provide master bedroom privacy. Tile replaces carpet in bedrooms. New vinyl laminate flooring in dining room/living room space. ALL new appliances: refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer, drier as well as a new water heater. Fresh paint throughout. Top-down, ...
Registration Number: TA-157-828-8128-01, GE-157-828-8128-01
Lois M.
Nov 08, 2023
Very nice place and very clean. Very quiet and comfortable.
Lois M.
Oct 24, 2023
Very nice place and very clean. Very quiet and comfortable.
Jan M.
May 16, 2023
This condo was so nice and homey. So clean, so comfortable, from the living room furniture to the beds. Very quiet neighborhood. Our hosts have left many of their own things which really add to the cozy feel and made us feel we were trusted enough to respect them. Thank you for your warm hospitality!
Jan M.
May 16, 2023
This condo was so nice and homey. So clean, so comfortable, from the living room furniture to the beds. Very quiet neighborhood. Our hosts have left many of their own things which really add to the cozy feel and made us feel we were trusted enough to respect them. Thank you for your warm hospitality!
Dorothy D.
Apr 30, 2023
Condo was not very clean and new beds are needed badly in both bedrooms. To dark and not bright enough. It was too heavy looking and not inviting.
Dorothy D.
Apr 29, 2023
Condo was not very clean and new beds are needed badly in both bedrooms. To dark and not bright enough. It was too heavy looking and not inviting.
Suzanne K.
Dec 24, 2021
The condo was all we needed as a home base. We came primarily to visit family that live in Waimea. It was not too far for us to go and explore petroglyphs and other things on the West side of the island. The kitchen was well stocked. There is no pool in this condominium project, which was unexpected. We did not realize that Waikoloa Village is not the same as Waikoloa by the beach where we have stayed twice before. Waikoloa Village is about 6 miles inland. There is an awesome Italian restaurant very close to the condominium named Pueo's Osteria. The grocery store is close and much less expensive than down by the beach. It was closer to Waimea so that was good for us. The owner was very nice on the phone.
Leslie L.
Oct 26, 2021
Unfortunately we found this property not as pictured, in need of maintenance, and unclean. The lanai in particular was unkempt and trashy. We found, at the same cost, a clean hotel and stayed there instead.
Leslie L.
Oct 12, 2021
Unfortunately we found this property not as pictured, in need of maintenance, and unclean. The lanai in particular was unkempt and trashy. We found, at the same cost, a clean hotel and stayed there instead.
Jamelyn O.
Sep 13, 2021
I really loved it…I would definitely vacation here again . Close to store as well .Mahalo again .
shaila c.
Aug 17, 2021
The property is a excellent location. The owner was so informative. She guided me exactly the way it should be . I wish I had stayed another day . The only thing was upsetting that the weather was extremely hot humid . No air conditioning. And in the night I did not want to leave the patio door screen or main entrance to be open for the nice breeze outside . Could not open the bedroom windows . They are stuck .
Karen W.
Jul 21, 2021
Beautiful property. Easy to find location. So many things nearby. We walked to grocery store, coffee store, etc. On beautiful golf course.
Brant K.
Jun 13, 2021
Sandra our host was very attentive to our needs.
Jonathan P.
May 13, 2021
Clean and comfortable condo, and in a good location. Only real complaint is the Paniolo Road noise, but that becomes background noise after a couple of days. Very good value for a vacation to the Island. Very convenient to the local stores as well as to the resort area as well as exploring the north shore an getting over the Saddle to Hilo. Would definitely recommend this condo!
John L.
Nov 18, 2019
Fit all of our needs. Close to the grocery store, very quite, well stocked kitchen and had a great BBQ. Thank you.
