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ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private.

Holiday home in Kamuela with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Property grounds
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Puako Beach
  • Place, Mauna Kea Beach
  • Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private.

Aloha! Welcome to the ʻOhana Hale, your Puako retreat with stunning forest and unobstructed view of majestic Mauna Kea from the lanai, living room and dining area. This quiet and tranquil location is literally 100 steps away from the beach. This is your perfect spot on the Big Island to relax and rejuvenate far from the crowds. Situated in the quiet historic shoreline community of Puako, our comfortable accommodations provide vacationers a perfect home base for those coming to the Big Island to find their balance or to find their adventure.

Enjoy walking out the sliding door every morning onto the grass area to enjoy a beautiful sunrises over Mauna Kea with your cup of Kona coffee. Take a morning or mid-day stroll to the beach to view sea turtles, swim, snorkel, or just sit and read a book listening to the sounds of the surf and palm leaves swaying in the trade winds. Walk to nearby ancient Hawaiian lava petroglyphs. Be sure to check out the night sky from the backyard. The special lighting on the island for the observatories on top of Mauna Kea makes for a break taking view.

Ohana Hale showcases Big Island paintings of fine art by local artist Christian Enns (christianenns.com) who has a gallery at neighboring resort to the north, Hapuna Prince, as well as a studio and gallery in the neighborhood. Our home sleeps four with the primary bedroom having king sized bed, guest bedroom with two single beds, a living room with large couch and dining area which seats six. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, two bathrooms, washer, dryer, outdoor shower, air conditioning, and an outdoor BBQ. All linens and furnishings are newly refreshed. Most of the art on the walls is by local Big Island This property is an excellent space stay, play and relax while on the Big Island.

Puako offers access to some of the best snorkel and diving experiences on the Big Island. You will be near world famous golf courses, delightful outdoor shopping malls that feature an array of great boutique shops and some of the best Big Island dining and views. Of course if you're interested in any of the many water sport activities the Kawaihae harbour and nearby resorts at Waikoloa beach have a wide variety of offers. Take advantage of the many sunset catamaran excursions or sunset excursions to the top of Mauna Kea at close to 14,000 feet (~4200 meters) above sea level. There are also five National Parks on the island. Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site is the closest being a 15 minute drive to the north and highly recommended to learn more about the Hawaiian history and culture.

See the aerial and street view at https://goo.gl/maps/bkP5Q4FxDsqh2VXn9
This property is in compliance with the County of Hawaii Planning Department Short Term Vacation Rental (STVR) regulations. Our registration # 19-365041. Please make an inquiry with us if you have any questions. Mahalo.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure all air conditioners and fans are off
Please don’t start laundry due to possible delay to move it to dryer
Put all furniture back in position as it was upon arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Booking changes can result in $50 change fee Quiet 9pm to 8am NO parking on the lawn area Turn off air conditioning and fans when leaving the house
Please remove ALL rubbish upon departure Please do not start washer if you cannot move to the dryer Please do not move furniture from current location
Please do all dishes prior to departure Only use garbage disposal very small waste items Please DO NOT flush anything except toilet paper down toilet

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-147-871-5904-01, TA-147-871-5904-01, 690060360002

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Puako

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Rutgers Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Anna Ranch Heritage Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waialea Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 12 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hālani - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private.?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ʻOhana Hale in Puako! Rare full Mauna Kea Views, Steps to the Beach, Private. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Puako Bay and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linh M.

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

Beautiful skies at night

Exceptional home! It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay… from games to beach chairs. I loved the outdoor shower, the teens love the tree swing, and my husband loved the air conditioned rooms. All in all, we would definitely stay again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Lovely respite

We loved our stay! The place is spacious, quiet, accessible to the beach with an incredible view of Mauna Lea. We will for sure return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Maua Kea views

My family and I had a wonderful stay. The views of Mauna Kea were breath taking particularly at sunrise. The home had everthying we needed and was perfect for a family of 4. It is also just across the street ocean access.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Wonderful house and a great location

The house was perfect for our family. Close to great beaches and food. And we all enjoyed the swing looking out toward Mauna Kea.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Wonderful

We had a wonderful stay! Agree with all other positive reviews. Great location and beautiful home and backyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

November Stay in Puako

The location was perfect for our family holiday - close to beaches and outdoor activities and tucked away from hustle and bustle of resort-based communities. The swing in the backyard was a hit with the kids and the view beyond it was amazing. This is a quiet, relaxing and friendly spot steps away from the beach (and turtles), tucked off the road with all the conveniences of being home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andree L., Kauai

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

Wonderful place. You can see sunrise from back yard and walk across the street to ocean to see sunse

Am returning next summer
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

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

Paradise

We loved our stay at Sandi and Ken’s place in Puako. It was a quiet beautiful neighborhood with the ocean (and sea turtles) just right across the street and Mauna Kea stargazing in the backyard. Easy to get to get to all the best beaches. Stocked with all the kitchen essentials and beach essentials. We loved our stay and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean p.

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

puako, hawaii

Great location and nice home, quiet neighborhood which was important. So nice having the full kitchen, some staples there too! Lay in bed and look out to see Mauna Kea in the morning and enjoy the stars at night!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W., San Francisco

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

Great house in nice community

Spent a week in this delightful house in a real community on the big island. The owner was very friendly and communicative. The views from the back of the house are amazing, and the water is close by just across the street with turtles and tide pools. The house is well equipped and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andree L., Kauai

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

I love this place

Came in 2022, returned in 2023. Love the back yard with views of four mountains, and to be able to walk across the street and watch the sunset
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Oregon

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

Beautiful View

There was snow on Mauna Kea almost our whole stay. Dawn was beautiful. The beach access is just across the street with so much fun marine life to observe and enjoy. The onsite property manager Johnny was helpful and friendly. Easy living.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita E.

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

Peaceful, Lovely Stay in Puako

Enjoyed our stay in lovely Puako Ohana Hale. Very well-equipped inside and out with new furnishings. Outside shower is a treat. Access to our favorite beaches was so quick and easy: 8 minutes to Waialea, 10 to Hapuna and 15 to Spencer. Very quiet and peaceful near the end of Puako Beach Dr. Views of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa and the dark night sky were tremendous. Walked across the street to the beach for sunset every evening and had our coffee there every morning. Terrific place, very glad we stayed here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Perfect Location for Enjoying the Beaches

This property is perfect in every way and we would love to live in this neighborhood permanently. The house is very comfortable and quiet. The views of Mauna Kea are spectacular. The turtles and tide pools are very fun. The central location to all of the beaches was a joy. As other reviewers have commented, your first morning on the lanai will make you feel like you are in Africa looking out over the savanna. There us also plenty of fine dining nearby at the local resort restaurants. We need to come back here again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Ohana Hale

We always go to the Big Island and we always stay in Puako. We’ve rented several VRBO’s over the years, including an oceanfront home. Ohana Hale is our favorite of them all. I LOVED the backyard—very private, stunning sunrises, and lots of birds. Our older adult daughter liked the outdoor shower and tree swing. Our younger adult daughter liked access to good turtle watching and tide pooling just across the street. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking and we appreciated the variety of spices and having plenty of storage containers for leftovers. The area is quiet at night, the beds are comfy, and we slept well. The house is extremely clean with no creepy crawlies. I found the owners to be friendly and responsive. Ohana Hale will see us again!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Family vacation

We very much enjoyed our stay at this house. The layout was great for our family. We especially enjoyed the outside lanai with the views of Mauna Kei. And we loved the proximity to truly sterling beaches. We felt that the neigborhood was a hidden jewel. We rented snorkels and picked up groceries from the nearby Mauna Lani shops. We went snorkeling with manta rays by Mauna Kea resort. The quiet location was ideal for us, with wonderful proximity to wonderful snorkeling and beaches. The night sky was also astounding. I saw two shooting stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andor M., Hong Kong

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

Great views

The listing accurately shows the house and rooms. The setting is really nice with the back yard having an unobstructed view of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. And the beach is just across the street, we saw several turtles near shore. Nice quiet neighborhood. It is a bit of a drive to most destinations, though to be expected given how dispersed the island is. Hapuna Beach which is gorgeous is a short drive though. Hosts were very responsive to help deal with a few minor maintenance issues.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

gillian p.

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

Perfect vacation rental!

This vacation rental is perfect in every way. The house was clean, nicely furnished and the kitchen was well equipped with lots of appliances and everyday essentials. Beach chairs, beach towels, coolers and snorkel equipment were available for our use and we enjoyed walking a few minutes from the house to a very secluded beach area where the snorkeling was exceptional and turtles were abundant. Walking across the street to watch the sunset (and the turtles coming out of the water to sleep) was amazing. The house is towards the end of a no through street so very quiet and a completely different experience to the busy resorts a few miles away- a great way to avoid the crowds. Close to various beaches by car and a good base from which to explore the island. We were sorry to leave and will definitely try to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

L W., Georgia

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

Perfect Puako

I’ve stayed in Puako many times and have sampled a variety of accommodations. This 2 bedroom 2 bathroom “Ohana Hale” suited us perfectly! We enjoyed watching the sunrise over Mauna Kea, and the sunset over the ocean. Access to waterfront was easy and our daily routine included a morning shore walk. From the shore, we witnessed many turtles, both swimming and sunning. We also watched a whale spouting close to shore. We used the a/c only once when we first arrived at night to a closed up house. After that, only fans and open windows were needed. The bonus to that approach is you can hear the waves. I highly recommend and hope to visit again in the future! Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah k.

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

Well equipped home in quiet location.

We stayed here for a few days while my husband was racing the Half Ironman. It was a great location that allowed us to walk to the Fairmont for the race check ins and start. Great for me as a race spectator. The house was clean and had a lovely backyard, it felt very secluded. The kitchen was perfectly equipped with all the pots/pans/knives etc you need to prep a meal including really nice blenders for smoothies. And we made use of the beach chairs and umbrella. It’s in a quiet residential area that is lovely to stroll through. The little shop/deli on the main road was a great lunch spot. It’s about 30-45 mins from Kona area restaurants and closer to several resorts with restaurants but I’d recommend grabbing some groceries and just enjoying time at the house with a pretty backyard view and quiet relaxing vibes. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Wonderful stay in Puako

My husband and I loved this property. It is very quiet, clean and has great views. We spent a lot of time looking at the volcanoes behind the house. It was great there were no other buildings. We hiked a trail behind the house and saw many interesting plants and even scared up a barn owl. One night I woke up and looked at the stars. Amazing! We backpack in Wyoming and the stars were even better here. I loved having a swing in the back yard and used it every day. We also enjoyed watching the family of pheasants run across the back yard or hang out there. The kitchen is very well stocked. Nice pots and pans. The house is comfortable. It was perfect for the two of us. Lastly, the snorkeling nearby is very good. My most favorite activity was watching the sea turtles come up at night into the tide pools to rest. This happened very close by. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adeline G.

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

Paradise

What a glorious, peaceful spot. We were able to get easily to 5 beaches with waves gentle enough for little kids, plus afternoon trips to the tide pools and turtles and sunsets. The warm wind, birds, outdoor shower, volcano view - this was an epic trip for our family.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Nearly perfect

House was very comfortable and in a quiet neighborhood in a great location if you like beaches. The evening winds were awesome. We saw pigs amd turkeys wandering though the private backyard. Dozens of turtles.at.the beach across.the road. Great somen salads at the general store down the road. 0 complaints, only great memoriesOwners were great with communication. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Sunrise Over Mauna Kea

My family and I had a wonderful stay. We have stayed in this home before and hope to come back again. Sitting on the back porch area having Kona coffee while the sun rises over Mauna Kea is amazing. Home has everything you need.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Gudrun K.

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

It couldn't have been more beautiful

The house is perfect: lovingly furnished, with charm and character, and plenty of space for four people. We were four women seeking peace and relaxation, and that's exactly what we found here. A wonderful garden with a view of Mauna Kea and the sunrise, and a one-minute walk to the ocean for our first coffee. And in the evening, we were able to enjoy the sunset. We enjoyed breakfast on the terrace. Everything we needed in terms of furnishings and kitchen equipment was there, and even more.The contact with the landlord was exceptionally friendly, quick, and reliable.The stay truly exceeded our expectations, and we would come back anytime.Mahalo
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ken

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We are empty nesters who enjoy splitting our time between our home here in Puako and our home in the Pacific Northwest. We enjoy skiing and snowboarding which leaves our tropical home to those who wish to escape the colder climates during the late Fall to early Spring months. We enjoy being able to share this sweet little spot with others as an affordable option outside of the resorts. When we are on the Big Island we love spending time in the ocean, diving, surfing, paddling and swimming. The hikes along the coast and other local trails like Pu'u Wa'awa'a Forest Reserve (45 min) are our favorite.

Why they chose this property

We were introduced to Puako almost 20 years ago dreamed of perhaps retiring here. Although still not retired we were able to purchase in the neighborhood many years back and have enjoyed being able to share our home while also coming a few times a year to enjoy it ourselves. It's a non gated community with an eclectic mix of small beach cottages and large multistory houses. One road in and out reduces the traffic flow of a through street so it remains private and quiet. The proximity to the ocean and walking trails is a wonderful draw so we don't have to drive to reach the beach or get in a good walk.

What makes this property unique

The proximity to the ocean and some of the best diving and snorkeling on the island is what makes this place extra special. The west facing coast gives us beautiful sunsets while our wide open eastern view of Muana Kea gives us break taking sunrises. Nestled between four of the top resorts on the island validates what a beautiful coastline Kohala coast is. The appearance of whales from ~Novemenber to ~March is a highlight but the nightly turtles that come up to beach themselves is always a welcome sight. Our simple floorplan with two rooms on opposite ends of the house and a common area in the middle allows for privacy within the house. There is plenty of space on the lanai to lounge as well as a round table that seats six near the BBQ for outdoor dining.

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