Property Description
This charming property has been kept the same since the original build to keep the "sugar plantation" style of the old Hawaii days. No major upgrades have been made to keep an old Hawaii days feel. The RATES REFLECT the style accordingly. This home is perfect for LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION & FOR A DEAL! Other homes in this area run 3x the going rates for this vintage Hawaiian beach house. Please be aware this is an older home and the owners and repeat guests adore this home exactly the way it is.
Ideally nestled in a private gated community of Kona Bay Estates located min from center of downtown. The simple seaside style will melt all of your cares away as you sip on your Mai Tai in the cool shade of the deep, covered lanai. Experience the feel of being in another place in another time. All beds are fitted with comfy mattress toppers & the master bed has a 2 inch memory foam topper for a peaceful, cozy nights sleep! Close to Kailua Pier where the fishing is fine and the canoe races begin! IronMan start and finish is nearby. Property has a 7 night minimum all year round, unless arrangements have been approved by the owner of the Property. This property does NOT have any Air Conditioning.
**TA-023-091-6096-01
STVR#19-363825
NCU#19-1595
**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management in addition to purchasing a Damage Protection Plan or providing a Security Deposit if they stay at this property. Inquire within for specific details**
***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change. ***
Disclosure about Pool: There is some algae on the pool floor/sides that is not fixable until owners replaster pool. It's not harmful, and the pool guy is very good with chemical balance and keeping water clear.
Registration Number: TA-023-091-6096-01, GE-023-091-6096-01
User Reviews
Alison H.
May 18, 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It's all about the location! The modest beach house has all you need, and the view from the covered lanai is exceptional. Love this place
Fernando M.
Apr 30, 2025
Overall, my stay was ok. The big issue is no AC. They need to invest an AC unit period. It would be ok if the property had good air flow from the beach but where the property sits, ZERO air flow so with no AC it was not fun. The surrounding houses block all the great wind from the Island. I was never 100% comfortable during my stay even the pool needs an update.
donna t.
Apr 29, 2025
Home was as described. My only complaint would be the broken window slats need to be fixed. I was alone one night and didn’t feel secure as I couldn’t close some of the large windows. So, I didn’t sleep.
Bradly B.
Dec 13, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We always enjoy our time here. Well located within walking distance from town and all it has to offer-that is if you even want to leave. We spend most of our time relaxing on the patio, cooling off in the pool, and enjoying the beautiful view. The home is well equipped and the Knutson team are very easy and friendly to work with.
Summer K.
Sep 04, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay here. Older home(which is noted in the listing) but very clean and excellent value. Fantastic location with great snorkeling if you walk out the back and follow the path to the right. Would definitely stay here again.
John P.
Jul 16, 2024
The property was in a perfect location, in a beautiful and private gated community with 24/7 security. The house was right on the oceanfront and just a few steps away from a small private beach. Downtown Kailua was easy walking distance, and the home was spacious and comfortable for our family of 6. The sounds of the ocean and waves were feet away. There were walking trails nearby and the airport was only a 15 minute drive.
The pool could use some updating but it was perfect to be able to walk out the lanai and cool off in every evening. We ate all our meals out on the lanai looking at the ocean and breaking waves. There was a local mongoose that hung out around the house and we even met several neighbors as they walked out to the beach in the evenings to watch the sunset. The home was stocked with beach and snorkel gear which was awesome as we had initially expected to need to rent this equipment. We took day trips to the South end of the island to Black Sands, the central part of the island to Mauna Kea, the Northwest part of the island and into the Kailua-Kona rainforest for a hike and coffee tour at Mountain Thunder. The hosts/management team were exceptional and always very responsive to any and all questions we had, and checkin/checkout process was so easy. We absolutely loved our stay and built memories that will last a lifetime for all of us.
shawn p.
Jun 25, 2024
Great location if you want to be close to downtown Kona. We loved the classic Hawaiian vibe. The patina adds character.
Thank you
Letha G.
May 30, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a fantastic way to experience the Big Island. Beautiful ocean views and beach area. The house is cozy, and the location just can't be beat. Going to bed and waking up to the sound of the ocean is my idea of a memorable Hawaii experience. The house is very well equipped with all your daily essentials. The gated safe neighborhood was an added plus.
Patia H.
Apr 16, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved this house. It is in a gated community in a quiet area. The tide pools and ocean out back are amazing. There is a swimming cove a few houses down. We enjoyed the pool and outside grill area. We ate all our meals outside. The inside is a little dated and we saw a few friendly roaches, but we expected these things. The house is very well stocked and comfortable. They have every appliance, plenty of towels, and comfy beds. We hope to stay here again in the future. This house is a gem. The renting service was easy to work with.
Cynthia Y.
Apr 10, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a beautiful view of the ocean and were a short walk from the pier and a lot of restaurants
michelle c.
Dec 12, 2023
I love the idea of keeping the soul with the house,but maybe think about fixing the pool and a some paint
michelle c.
Nov 27, 2023
I love the idea of keeping the soul with the house,but maybe think about fixing the pool and a some paint
Cheryl D.
Nov 13, 2023
We had a group of 6 adults and we all loved this house! The location was perfect with both sunrise and sunset views. It is close to town, but in a quiet, gated neighborhood right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time lounging on the covered back porch and in the pool.
It was heavenly to have three full bathrooms!
While we were there, some people walked by, said their grandfather owned the house in the 1980’s, and that it was the only home there at that time. The house itself is really cute inside and out.
I would recommend it to anyone looking for a very comfortable and peaceful place to stay near Kona.
Cheryl D.
Oct 30, 2023
We had a group of 6 adults and we all loved this house! The location was perfect with both sunrise and sunset views. It is close to town, but in a quiet, gated neighborhood right on the ocean. We spent a lot of time lounging on the covered back porch and in the pool.
It was heavenly to have three full bathrooms!
While we were there, some people walked by, said their grandfather owned the house in the 1980’s, and that it was the only home there at that time. The house itself is really cute inside and out.
I would recommend it to anyone looking for a very comfortable and peaceful place to stay near Kona.
Jennifer C.
Oct 27, 2023
We booked this property as we wanted a home that we could relax at and enjoy the ocean. The only positive thing about this property is the location and the ocean view.
We flew in late evening time. We arrived to the gate desk around 6pm. They did not have our names on the list to allow entry. I had to call the number from the check in informational email. Shortly afterwards, I received an email with the QR code to allow entry.
The property pictures on VRBO are very misleading and misrepresent what the property truly looks like. The pictures are obviously several years old and do not show what the property currently looks like. When we arrived, the pool was opaque and green. There was animal feces on the bench seat in the kitchen. There were several lizards in the bedrooms from a large hole in the screen over the window. While I understand that this is a tropical island, I have stayed on Hawai'i numerous times previously and never encountered a home in this condition. There is water damage on the lower part of the wooden walls in the living room. Paint is peeling all over on the inside of the home. The side entry door doesn't close completely, leaving a large gap in the door frame.
Also the price was more than twice the regular rate as we were there the week before the ironman race.
We tried to contact the property manager immediately with no response.
Ultimately, we checked into a local hotel room and spent the week there.
