E 'Aka 'Aka Mau loosely translates as Laughs a Lot House in Hawaiian. Our two bedroom, two bath home is a perfect getaway for couples and families! Just 400 feet from the beach, and with a beautiful view of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, our house offers two sides of Hawaii, both the ocean and the mountains. Enjoy breakfast in the morning, watching sunrise over Mauna Kea on the wrap-around deck. Take a leisurely stroll to the beach, picnic and beach chairs in hand, and enjoy the warm Pacific waters. Snorkel in Puako Bay or at nearby Waialea Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii. Swim with sea turtles, colorful fish, and perhaps even a moray eel! Afterward, relax in the screened-in lanai living space, while your meal is grilling out on the BBQ. And end your day by watching the spectacular sunset over the ocean before walking back to your Hawaiian escape.
E 'Aka 'Aka Mau House is uniquely set up to accommodate family and friends, but still afford privacy. The upstairs area is air conditioned for warmer days and has a spacious living room; the cathedral ceiling with two fans gives the space a light, airy feel. This same ambience carries over to the dining area, where koa trimmed windows and wooden floors show off the 'Hawaiian plantation' decor of the room. Open the large sliding glass doors and windows to allow in the breeze! The galley kitchen is well equipped with everything necessary to prepare any kind of meal, from a Thanksgiving turkey to Hawaiian and Asian fare. Granite-topped counters, hard-wood kitchen island, and a large, shelved pantry provide the ideal space to create meals for family and friends. And a Weber Spirit II propane grill is readily accessible on the deck, perfect for grilling that special Hawaiian dish!
Downstairs, a second air conditioned bedroom with sitting area and separate bath lends a 'studio setting' feel to the unit, and is perfect for teenage children or when two couples rent the house. It is accessed through its own separate door. For extra guests and/or small children, there is a fold-out sofa sleeper in the upstairs living room. Finally, the screened in lanai is set up as an additional living space, with a double bed futon for those wanting to sleep outdoors.
High definition TV and wifi are available to our guests. A full-sized washer and dryer are also on the premises for your use.
Our goal is to make E 'Aka 'Aka Mau House your home away from home - a place to relax, enjoy your surroundings, and laugh alot - with family and friends!
Hawaii tax ID W24030175-01
On-island contact information sent with Welcome Letter prior to arrival
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Registration Number: TA-121-592-6272-01, GE-121-592-6272-01
John F.
Dec 19, 2024
We stayed at Glenn and Nicole's 8 years ago and have been trying to make it back ever since. We were thoroughly impressed with the 'value' on our first visit. Numerous upgrades to the property only enhance our view that this remains a terrific value for the Puako area.Quick, easy access to the shore across the road, quiet neighborhood, everything you could possibly need supplied in the rental... and that morning view of Mauna Kea can't be beat.
charles b.
Nov 29, 2024
A lovely, extremely clean place, with everything you would need from a home standpoint. Located in a wonderful and quiet area, making for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Toby S.
Oct 24, 2024
Beautiful place. Serene and quiet. Beach just steps away, delicious fruit in the yard, and the stars were amazing every night.
Would definitely stay here again.
Sherry T.
Oct 17, 2024
This is a lovely property a very short walk to one of the public beach accesses in Puako. We enjoyed watching the sunrise over the volcano and watching the stars at night, and being in such a lovely neighbourhood. It is so quiet - not a resort area. Good snorkeling a short walk from the house. The house had lots of beach supplies to make our stay enjoyable.
Shannon H.
Sep 26, 2024
We stayed at 4 different VRBO properties on our trip and this was the best!! The location was very convenient for exploring the areas of the island north of Kona. We were able to walk down the street and snorkel almost every morning. This property is extremely well-stocked for guests. Little things like providing Saran Wrap and basic spices are very important when you're cooking at home which we did almost every night. There is plenty of beach gear as well. This would be a perfect home for two couples traveling together as there is a bedroom and bathroom on each floor. The neighborhood is very peaceful and quiet which we loved, but if you are looking for night life, this might not be he best location for you. This was our second time staying at this property and we plan to stay here again.
Brenda S.
Aug 25, 2024
The rental was very nice and comfortable. The beds and furniture were comfortable. And the kitchen was well stocked. We loved having the beach right across the road. At sunset we saw 8+ turtles on the beach and saw a gorgeous sunset.
linda s.
Aug 07, 2024
The views were amazing.
Aaron P.
Jul 25, 2024
Great location and pricing,made this stay a great choice for our family.
Maley H.
Jul 08, 2024
Our stay on Puako was exceptional. Glen’s home has everything you need to cook at home while enjoying views of both the Kohala and the ocean. The kitchen was the best stocked VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. The beach equipment they share with guests exceeds expectations. The location is so central to all of the amazing Kohala Coast beaches. Would absolutely encourage anyone to stay here! Mahalo, Glen!
Cynthia R.
May 21, 2024
The stay was great, as it was in 2022. It was clean when we arrived and we left it the same, and followed suggestions left in the guest book inside the house and in the owner’s note on your verbo property site. This trip I cannot find an email to Glen, so I am putting my notes in this box: (1) you need shampoo in the outdoor shower. A bottle was there, but it was empty. We there it away. (2) the coffee filters are pretty much gone (3) THE LOCKBOX DID NOT OPEN THIS MORNING WITH THE CODE, SO THE HOUSE IS UNLOCKED! We tried for 25 minutes to fiddle with the evenness of the numbers and push down the lever on the side, to no avail. We found this frustrating, and of course the house is now unprotected until your team gets there to clean. Everything was great and we had a fabulous time! Mahalo, Cynthia Royce
Kurt O.
Apr 24, 2024
A special home with great views and the ocean right across the street. You can see the Kohala mountains, Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa from the living room. The neighborhood is very quiet and a nice change from the bustle of Kona.
The owner did a very good job of keeping us aware of anything we needed to know about and was always responsive and friendly. We will do our best to try to make it back for another stay in the near future
Kurt O.
Apr 24, 2024
A special home with great views and the ocean right across the street. You can see the Kohala mountains, Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa from the living room. The neighborhood is very quiet and a nice change from the bustle of Kona.
The owner did a very good job of keeping us aware of anything we needed to know about and was always responsive and friendly. We will do our best to try to make it back for another stay in the near future
Heather L.
Feb 06, 2024
The owner, Glenn, is very responsive as are his on island support for the property. It’s a great place for a couple or more with a nice, smaller space downstairs. We’ve stayed here many times and look forward to coming back.
Gayle S.
Jan 03, 2024
This was our second time here and we loved it. The panoramic views are spectacular, it’s a beautiful space, wonderful art, and it’s peaceful . Being a block from the ocean is a huge added bonus.
Abbyann S.
Oct 31, 2023
This was our 2nd time staying at Glenn’s home in Puako. We love it there. The house is airy and comfortable. I love the wrap around deck and the views out back. Someone compared it to the African savanna and I find that a good comparison. No giraffes or elephants but LOTS of birds. It is lovely waking up seeing Mauna Kea from the BR. The last time we were there it was erupting. No volcano show this time but the stars were amazing. I could see the Milkey Way every night.
The sheets and towels are very nice. The pantry is well stocked with some nice pans, a French press, coffee mill, etc. And the pantry has a door, light and fan. There is even a wine refrigerator in the kitchen.
I like the upstairs shower.
We love the snorkeling at Painou when it is calm. All kinds of fish!
The neighborhood is quiet, especially at night. During the day there can be leaf blowers, tree trimmers, etc. But you are suppose to be out having fun.
We’ll be back again.
