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Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views

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A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the garden through a sliding glass door, and a baby stroller in the outdoor area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a dishwasher, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bench in a garden with a sunset view.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a white quilted bedspread, and a brown throw blanket.
A traditional wooden cabinet with intricate carvings, flanked by two wicker chairs and a small table with decorative items.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Place, Pua Mau Place Arboretum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Tropical Outdoor Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kohala Estates, a neighbourhood in Kamuela, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Pua Mau Place Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Map
Waimea, HI

What's nearby

  • Pua Mau Place Arboretum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 26 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 29 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hau Tree - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Piko Coffee+Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kahua Ranch - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views located?

Located in Kohala Estates, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Pua Mau Place Arboretum. Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just wonderful

We were welcomed in the house by Naomi who showed us all in the house and garden. Thank you Naomi! The house is big and has all you can need, well equipped kitchen - a kind welcome set of foods and drink- and oil and vinegar any herbs should you want to cook, large living room and large bedroom with a super large, super good bed, walk in wardrobe, bathroom, all equipped with fans that run noiseless. We did not use the living room (I forgot to mention the dining area) since we sat on the terrace with sea view- just great. The garden is large and beautiful and we were invited to eat the kale and herbs. The star is the outdoor shower, so beautifully designed with plants, just wonderful. The front part of the house is separate and occupied by the sun of the family, who we never saw or heard but would have been there for questions. Very discrete. There are nice beaches near by, a good guide can be found in the house. We also drove along the west cost to Captain cook monument and the painted church etc - a drive of about 2 hours. The house of Marti and Ed is perfect for a relaxing stay and has just one problem: you don’t want to leave it. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Thank you for such a lovely review. All of us have put a lot of effort to make sure you were comfortable with Kohala Kai Gardens. And you are right in Naomi being a great representation of the Aloha Spirit. Hope Hawaii was everything you wished for. Come see us again. A hui ho....until we meet again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful restful retreat

This lovely house was great! It was so peaceful and gorgeous here. It had everything we needed and more. The bed was very comfortable and the outdoor shower was amazing. The listing and photos here do not do it justice! Sean was very helpful. This is our favorite place so far to stay in our 11 trips (4th to Big Island) to the islands. We also really loved having the cats, Pili and Kia, here. Made us less homesick for our pets. The cats completely accepted us and hung out with us. Thanks for a great relaxing stay! Julie and Wade (from Maple Valley, WA)
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Kohala Coast

Had a fantastic time on our trip and this property definitely was a highlight. Loved the house, the views, the gardens, the amenities, and the cats. Everything was lovely and Sean was available whenever we had questions. Bring your bathing suit and feel confident that that’s about all you’ll need if you rent this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, great property

This is a wonderful and relaxing place to stay if you want to be far away from the resorts and crowds. Place is clean and well appointed. If you like cats, you’re in luck. There are 2 resident cats that enjoy the home as much as you will. They are not shy and are happy to keep you company. If, like me, you are not a cat person and would prefer a completely “no pets” experience, inquire within regarding the situation. Unlike the resorts 1/2 hour away, you are in a more natural setting which was my preference.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of paradise

My husband and I had an amazing stay at Kohala Estates. The views were fantastic! The house was beautiful, tastefully furnished and decorated. It had everything we could have wished for. The highly recommended outdoor shower was very nice. We liked the little garden and enjoyed the parsley and papaya. The two feline residents were very friendly. They joined us as we watched picturesque sunrises and sunsets. This is a very safe place to stay and perfect couples retreat. Sean was very accommodating. He explained everything and answered any questions we had. Sean also planted a memory tree for us. We hope to return one day to see how it grew.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Perfect for a quiet get away!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Beautiful (!) expansive ocean and Moana Loa (mountain volcano) views from lanais and virtually every room at this gorgeous hilltop location. Kohala Kai is beautifully & comfortably furnished inside and out, even better than in the photos! Everything was new & immaculate, and of very high quality. A well equipped kitchen! The tropical outdoor shower is amazing, a real Garden of Eden. The property is beautifully landscaped and. offers complete privacy and quiet. Our host Sean was exceptional; very responsive to our questions, very helpful with suggestions of, among other things, the best places to snorkel; a pleasure to be around and attentive without ever being intrusive. We really had the place to ourselves, including lanais and outdoor spaces, as there is great separation between the vacation rental and the caretaker ‘s (Sean’s) quarters. We visited during a heat spell (hot at least by our Olympia WA standard!) but found comfortable soft breezes on the covered lanais and the ceiling fans kept us comfortable at night. We encouraged visits from Kohala Kai’s two well-behaved cats. The dawns, sunsets and stars were amazing. The pleasant breeze carried scents from flowering trees and lovely garden plants. Everything about this place is beautiful and inviting. Kohala Kai is exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private and Beautiful Kohala Coast Get-away

This is the perfect setting to relax and unwind. The house and lanai are comfortable, spacious and inviting. The one bedroom one bath guest portion of the house has a full kitchen, separate dining and living areas. The bedroom has an additional walkout to the lanai and sunset views. The outdoor spaces on both front and back are garden-gorgeous and have many seating/dining areas to take advantage of every angle of the sun and ocean viewing. The hammock and outdoor shower add to the Hawaiian luxury feel. The hosts and great and easy to work with. And the stargazing at night cant be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Visit

We had a fantastic time staying at Kohala Kai. The house is comfortable, well equipped with beautiful outdoor living space. The views of the Kohala coastline are gorgeous. Our host Sean was very thoughtful and helpful throughout our stay. Thank you Sean, we won’t forget you. We had great activity recommendations from Marti and Ed the property owners who are long time Island residents.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful garden with gorgeous view

Property is as described, very clean, spacious, and with a beautiful elevated ocean view. Owner has artistic touch on all the plants and decorations. Every where you look is beautiful. We enjoy looking at the stars at night. The house sits in a very quiet and secluded hill. The manager Sean is very friendly and helpful. The reason of 4 stars instead of 5 is its isolated location. But if you enjoy peaceful nature and beauty, this is the perfect place for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you for such a lovely review. And yes, you are right it can feel like an isolated location from the heavy travel of visitors but does allow for a central location to visit all that Big Island has to offer. We are delighted that you recognized the efforts we have made to make Kohala Kai Gardens stand out. We work hard to provide all that is expected and then more with the addition of designer furnishings, fresh blooming orchids throughout the property as well as the unexpected treats in the kitchen pantry. Again, mahalo for your review and mahalo for staying at Kohala Kai Gardens.
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