Property Description
E Komo Mai!
At Nalu Hale (surf house) we welcome you to emerse yourself in surf culture. Wake up to the waves crashing on the shore of Kahalu'u Bay and never miss a sunset. Whether you like to surf, sup or snorkel, Nalu Hale puts you just steps from your next ocean adventure.
Our beautiful 2 bedroom ocean front home is ideal for the active travelers looking to be the first one in the water and the last one out. Nalu Hale is steps from one of the best places on island to surf and snorkel. Don't know how to surf? Nalu Hale shares the property with a surf shop that offers lessons and rentals for all your beach needs. The team at Kahalu'u Bay Surf and Sea will have you out and in the water with the best local knowledge of the bay.
When you're not on an ocean adventure or exploring all the Big Island has to offer, relax on one of 3 lanais, all offering an ocean view. The main lanai is equipped with a custom cooler bar, making access to your favorite beverage effortless. Grill up local caught fish on the Webber propane grill, and enjoy your meals on the outdoor table for 6. Watch every sunset of your vacation from your private lanai, or walk across the street and put your toes in the water and okole (bum) in the sand.
Once you've exhausted yourself and are ready to wind down, enjoy the temperature controlled rooms and amenities offered to make your vacation easy going.
The kitchen is equipped with counter top electric stove and oven, refrigerator and dishwasher. Other kitchen amenities include:
Coffee grinder
12 cup coffee maker
Hand juicer
Rice maker
Salad washer
Toaster
Microwave
Along with pots, pans, baking sheets, dishes, silverware, cutting boards and Tupperware containers.
The master bedroom offers guest a tempur pedic adjustable bed, his and hers night stands, large closet, dresser and 55" Samsung smart TV. Stay cool with your own Daikin minisplit AC unit!
The spacious master bathroom has a stackable washer and dryer, Dual head shower, his and hers sink and a bidet toilet.
Upstairs is a loft style bedroom with a queen sized futon bed, dresser and 36" smart TV. It also has its own 1/2 bath, 2 private lanais and Daikin minisplit AC unit.
If additional places are needed to sleep, the living room couch pulls out into a queen size bed. The living room also has a large Daikin minisplit AC unit to help keep you cool and comfy!
The Keauhou shopping center is a quick 5 minute drive south and contains a local grocery store, gas station, restaurants and shops. Just 5 minutes south of the Keauhou shopping center is Keauhou Bay. Popular activities offered at Keauhou are kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, snorkel cruises to the famous Kealakekua Bay and nightly manta ray tours. Keauhou also offers a 18 hole golf course and driving range at the Kona County club.
Drive 4 miles north or ride the free trolley along Ali'i drive and spend time shopping and dining in Kailua-Kona. Check out historical sights like, Huliee palace, the stone church and the residents of King Kamehameha.
We look forward to your stay!
Mahalo
Registration Number: GE-124-710-2464-01, TA-124-710-2464-01, 780140240000
User Reviews
Ashley Z.
Apr 23, 2025
The place was very clean and has everything you could possibly need from cooking utensils, towels and linens to beach supplies. The location is great! Close to food, shopping, activities and best of all the beach and snorkeling cove across the street!! Ben is so welcoming and helpful. It was a great stay! Highly recommend this place and will stay here again the next time we visit!!!
CJ M.
Apr 08, 2025
Loved the location, awesome house! Our family of 4 (teen kids) loved the place - our son was out surfing every day and we could watch from the lanai - perfect!! Loved all the “extras” in the house, grilled a bunch & kitchen had everything. 5 minutes or less to a good grocery store & central location to explore the Big Island. Ben was super responsive and great to work with. Highly recommend!!!
Ryan M.
Mar 28, 2025
This is truly a five star review. The house was right across the street from excellent snorkeling and surfing. The house was one of the most well equipped and clean properties we’ve rented. The host was super friendly and helpful. It was a perfect Hawaii house for our family.
Mary H.
Mar 20, 2025
We loved our stay - the location couldn't have been more perfect. Our host was attentive while giving us complete privacy; available when needed but never intrusive. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook elaborate meals, and we appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts of chocolate, wine, and fresh avocados. The grill was a nice touch, too.The best part is just how close to the ocean we were. Just steps from the front door, there's a consistent surf break and one of the island's best snorkeling spots. The house and bedrooms were very comfortable and clean, and we were provided with all the beach essentials for our adventures. We took advantage of the outdoor shower and laundry access. This is one of my favorite vacation rentals. 10/10, would do again.
April D.
Jan 12, 2025
Ben spared no expense in the updates made to his home. Everything is absolutely first class. Too many amenities to list them all. Ben quickly responds to all messages and even let us check in a little early. I’ve snorkeled in many areas of Hawaii, and I have to rate Kahalu’u Beach as my #1 favorite place, which is located across the street. The bay is large and shallow, so the visibility was great with the fish and turtles just 3 to 4 feet away. Entry is easy enough for small children, with two lifeguard stations actively watching. We have only great things to say about our stay. Everything was just the best, we only wish we could have stayed longer. Thanks for everything, Ben!
Bonnie K.
Dec 28, 2024
Ben's place was amazing. Kiddy corner to excellent snorkeling and surfing. We had a fantastic time. Well appointed, we had zero complaints. To top it all off, watching the whales play while we relaxed on his Lanai.We would recommend a stay here.
Ryan A.
Dec 24, 2024
Amazing property, great host!
Scott S.
Nov 18, 2024
No notes. This place is off the hook. Actually no it’s awful, stay away, we want it to be available whenever we want 😁
Seriously though — Ben is as attentive and gracious a host as you could ask for, and the place itself really is top notch. We’ll be back, repeatedly.
Jennifer C.
Oct 25, 2024
This was a beautiful property. I highly recommend this one and would happily stay here again
Jason T.
Oct 07, 2024
We stayed the week here for our first trip to Hawaii! The house is beautiful and everything we needed for the week was there. It is steps from the beach and perfectly located behind Kahalu'u Bay Surf and Sea. They had everything that we needed to try out all of the activities on the beach. Ben made sure everything was ready and was incredibly responsive to any questions. Including the best surfing times.
Christopher at the shop was always friendly and helpful. We took surfing lessons and Eli and Tony were amazing instructors. They taught our whole landlocked family how to catch waves.
This was the perfect stay and I hope to return soon!
John S.
Sep 14, 2024
Phenomenal place. We loved it. We hope to come back.
Daniel and Chloe D.
Aug 24, 2024
This house was incredible. Waking up to a beautiful view of the ocean and bay was incredible. We were close to the grocery store and to DT Kona so we had everything we needed within reach. The best thing about this place was by far our host, Ben. My wife and I got sick on our honeymoon and Ben went to buy us tea to help us. He was nothing but kind and helpful, and was an absolute amazing host. He allowed us to use snorkeling gear on the house, and we never saw him without a smile on his face. You have to stay here if you go Kona side.
Napis W.
Aug 08, 2024
We had the pleasure of staying at Ben's rental in Aug 2024. Ben is a wonderful host. He's warm, welcoming and friendly, as are the team at the neighboring surf shop below who helped outfit us for snorkeling adventures at Kahalu'u beach just across the street. The house is in a stellar location and is even more lovely than the pictures; it's extremely well-appointed, and was a great base from which to explore the island. If given the chance, we would stay again in a heartbeat on our next visit to the Big Island!
Sarah S.
Jul 27, 2024
My husband and I, along with our teen boys, spent four days here last week. The home is everything the description/ photos promise and much, much more. The location can’t be beat! We enjoyed exceptional snorkeling across the street every morning and surfed most afternoons…also just right across the street. The main lanai might be the most unique part of this particular property, which includes breathtaking views, the murmur of surf lessons, custom-made bar/cooler, and charming geckos. Ben is a lovely human and took excellent care of us, as did the whole team at the surf shop. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in island surf and sea culture, this is the home for you!
Todd M.
Jul 19, 2024
My family and I had an amazing time. The property is as gorgeous as the pictures show, and is perfect for a small family. It's just steps away from some of the best snorkeling I've ever seen at Kahalu'u Bay, and just a few minutes drive from Kailua-Kona. Our host Ben was incredibly welcoming, and his crew at the surf shop were helpful as well. We will definitely be back!
