#50, ‘Olu ‘Olu Condo with full kitchenette, marble shower walk-in shower, private lanai, short walk to Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
A peaceful Hawaiian retreat, teeming with breathtaking views of the ocean, and a 5-minute stroll from the world-famous Punalu’u Black Sands Beach. You’ll enjoy a picturesque pool perched above the Pacific, a large hot tub, and many amenities for your serene retreat. Located 30-minutes from Volcano National Park, and a 10-minute drive from Na‘alehu (home of the United States’ Southern Most bakery, restaurant, and bar). Read on to hear more about staying at the most beautiful place on Earth…
ABOUT THIS SPACE:
This charming unit sleeps 4. It gets its name, ‘OLU ’OLU, from the unique ‘olu ’olu (pleasant and refreshing) energy you will experience. The bedroom has a new memory foam King-sized bed and the living room has a Queen-sized sleeper sofa. This unit is bright, clean, and open, and just a few steps to the refreshing pool, a spacious hot tub, and Weber grills. It features a fully stocked kitchen with dishes, flatware, cookware and appliances. The lovely lanai setting with table and chairs, is perfect for enjoying your meals or morning coffee. Free internet & cable TV included. Extra-large washer and dryers are conveniently located near the unit and operated by an easy-to-use App, PayRange, which notifies you when your laundry cycle is complete. We have included a laundry hamper for use, which is located in the bedroom closet.
At Olu ’olu you’ll appreciate an open floorplan, featuring a bright and airy living room with sustainable bamboo floors, a flat-screen TV with cable, high-speed internet, and a collection of our favorite guide books of Hawaii.
You’ll find a fully stocked kitchen, with a full-sized refrigerator and freezer, an oven with range, toaster, BBQ tools, a microwave, and all the pots and pans, plates/cups/utensils, you’ll need to prepare a meal. We also have a coffee maker, tea pot, and suggest having your morning beverage outside on our lanai!
Our kitchen has a swing-out island with folding stools, which may serve as a cozy spot to enjoy cocktails as you keep your ‘chef’ company. Guests love how convenient it is to prep food in the kitchen, stroll out the sliding glass door, and grill by the pool.
The bedroom has a brand new King-size memory foam mattress – you will melt into a deep sleep after your hike, or round of golf, or book-reading marathon by the pool. The bedroom has great views of native Hawaiian plants and flowers, and has a spacious chest of drawers in the closet, which will allow you to unpack your personal belongings. Also inside the closet you will have access to extra bedding, beach towels, beach cooler, an iron, an ironing board, a laundry hamper and plenty of hangers.
The bathroom has a Honu (Hawaiian sea turtle) inspired walk-in marble shower, with bathing gel, shampoo, and conditioner. We’ve installed a new water heater, so you’ll have a steamy hot shower after your adventures at Punalu‘u Beach Black Sands Beach, Volcano National Park, and Papakolea Green Sands Beach.
The private lanai is a wonderful spot to have your meals, coffee, or flip through a magazine. We also have a private outdoor hose, which is perfect for washing sand off from your feet and beach gear!
The Sea Mountain resort has a Polynesian-inspired architecture and impeccably kept grounds. You’ll find yourself getting lost in the views – a breathtaking mix of the golf course green fields and trees, dramatic lava, and an expressive Pacific ocean.
The pool and spa area offer comfortable loungers and tables for dining (or playing cards), two gas grills, outdoor showers, multi-stall restrooms, an ice machine, and a waterfall/pond that is home to koi fish. The sizable spa/jacuzzi is built with lava rock, incorporating the view before which it sits, and adding to an unparalleled aesthetic. At any time of the day or evening, the pool and jacuzzi offer a unique view, with the ever-changing Pacific ocean as a stunning backdrop.
Nearby the unit you have access to a laundry facility, with washers and dryers operated an easy-to-use App, PayRange (also, quarters may be used to operate laundry).
Our resort is known for its proximity to Punalu’u Beach, with its famous Black Sand Beach, luscious palm trees, surrounding lily pond and frequent visits from Honu (green sea turtles). Snorkel, swim, play in a tide pool, lay back and read your favorite book, or people-watch under the shade of a palm tree.
A short walk in front of the resort and you’ll find your very own private beach, a magical spot to bring a charcuterie board and watch the waves and abundant marine life (it is not recommended to swim here – strong currents and rocky shoreline).
‘Olu‘olu is a truly remarkable place, providing both a serene and energetic environment unlike anywhere else on the planet. We happily welcome you to our home and look forward to hearing all about the discoveries you make on your journey.
PREPARING FOR YOUR TRIP
Sea Mountain resort is a serene and secluded getaway, at 73 miles from Kona International airport, or 58 miles from Hilo International airport.
You’ll find essentials at the market in Pahala (10 minutes away), Mizuno Suprette, however we suggest visiting grocery stores on the way to the resort:
Options in Kona: Safeway, Sack ‘n Save, Target Grocery
Options in Captain Cook: Choice Mart, Oceanview Market (30 minute drive)
Options in Hilo: Island Naturals, Safeway, Sack ‘n Save
*Note about Farmers Market: the Ka’u farmers market is every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am-12pm in Naalehu (10 minute drive from Sea Mountain).
*Note about climate: the Tradewinds make for the perfect temperature at Sea Mountain. With windows open and cross breeze (no air-conditioning needed) it is advised to pack layers.
*Note about resort: the golf course is currently closed, but it provides an excellent walking path and is rife with birdsong (nearby golf is a 20 minute drive at Discovery Bay).
NEARBY ADVENTURES
Punalu'u Black Sands Beach: 5 minutes
Punalu'u Bakery: 10 minutes
Shaka Bar & Restaurant: 10 minutes
Golf // The Club at Discovery Bay: 20 minutes
Ka’u Coffee Mill Tour and Tasting: 14 minutes
Volcano National Park: 30 minutes
Volcano House Restaurant and Bar: 30 minutes
Papaklea Green Sands Beach: 37 minutes
South Point // Southernmost point in the US: 34 minutes
Hilo: 1 hour 10 minutes
STVR #: 19-369168, GE-053-166-2336-01, TA-053-166-2336-01
** Please be advised, the 3rd Tuesday of each month the entire condo complex has pest control with inspections and treatment as necessary in all units. By booking and staying on this date, your booking acknowledges you will grant access and treatment.
Beach towels are provided
Registration Number: GE-200-754-8928-01, 3950190320050, TA-200-754-8928-02
Misty S.
Dec 25, 2024
The location was amazing! The pool and hot tub were wonderful. The condo itself needed maintenance. Some of the dishes in the cabinets were not cleaned and the main kitchen utensil drawer was missing a knob. The bedroom door would not stay shut as the louver doors did not stay on the track, the back porch was wonderful but needs four chairs not just two. We liked that they had several fans in the unit and chairs and umbrella for the beach. Check-in was easy..
Robert M.
Feb 08, 2024
Fridge was very noisy- sounded like a jet plane taking off-
Bi-fold door needs to be better secured when close- breeze keep blowing it open & close- disturbed sleep as there were high winds, in area, for 4 days.
Followed check-in procedures , when we got to condo- no keys in lockbox, finally found out that checkin procedures had changed- called housekeeper & finally got in. Contacted property manger who informed me of the new procedures, of which I had not been informed of the change.
We will be returning to area in near future as we have family there. Will seal another condo.
Jon D.
Oct 12, 2022
Small hiccup with checkin, but the property manager quickly resolved the issue. Heat of summer is tough, trade winds weren’t quite enough for us but we managed to rest and sleep well. Bring something from Kona to grill, there isn’t much around the area for resupply (as the description states).
Overall, a great place to see the black sand beaches and south point.
Jon D.
Oct 12, 2022
Small hiccup with checkin, but the property manager quickly resolved the issue. Heat of summer is tough, trade winds weren’t quite enough for us but we managed to rest and sleep well. Bring something from Kona to grill, there isn’t much around the area for resupply (as the description states).
Overall, a great place to see the black sand beaches and south point.
Elmarie H.
Jul 19, 2022
We had a great stay here and were able to just walk over to the Punulu'u black sand beach in a few minutes and hang out with some sea turtles. Definitely one of my favorite places to visit in Hawaii! The place was clean and had everything we needed even though we mostly just slept there and were out most of the day, but everything was very comfortable. It was only 30 minutes from the volcano area and also close to the south point and green sand beach. There isn't an a/c but we didn't need it, the ceiling fans were sufficient and we didn't even have to employ the other fans that were available. We would happily stay there again if we are in the area.
