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'My Favorite Place on Earth'

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Covered lanai
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

outdoor shower for rinsing off - no hot water

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

'My Favorite Place on Earth'

This is the Hawaii you dream about! This little bungalow on the beach is an ideal tropical vacation destination for a couple or a family with children. It is the perfect island get-away for Honeymooners. The house and lanai open to expansive views of the beach, ocean and sunsets year round. The lawn and gardens are lush with native Hawaiian trees and plants including a dozen coconut palms. Start your day sipping your morning coffee on your private lanai while watching for migrating whales (Dec - March) or pods of spinner dolphins that visit the nearby Marine Sanctuary. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in the hammock in the shade of coconut palms or swimming with turtles, snorkeling or scuba diving in one of the best diving spots in Hawaii, the Puako reef, just in front of the hale. (You can read about it in guidebooks) An entrance spot into the ocean is just a few yards down the beach south of Hale Malia. Children will enjoy hours of beach combing and exploring the tidepools. If you are tired of packing/ lugging your family to GO to the beach this is a good place for you - you ARE ON THE BEACH.

The "classic Hawaiian beach house" -style interior decor is tastefully designed by Fine Design Interiors of Waimea and featured in West Hawaii Today. Home features Mayumi Oda original art in the living room.

Beaches and Touring the sights of the Island: Puako is conveniently located for visiting the numerous sights of the Big Island from north to south. Numerous Beaches and resorts are within 5 - 20 minutes away from Hale Malia. Closest public beaches: '69' Beach in Waialea Bay (5 minutes) , Hapuna Beach (10 minutes) Driving times to some sights of interest: City of Refuge (south), 1 hr 45 min, Captain Cook/Kealakekukua Bay 1/1/2 hr, Kailua Kona 30 min, Kona airport, 25 min., Waimea 20 min., Hawi/ Waipio Valley 1 hour, Hilo/ Hawaiian TropicalBotanical Gardens 1 hr, Volcanoes Park, 1 1/2 hr.

Puako is also a great choice for vacations, because it boasts the highest number of sunny days (and the lowest annual rainfall) in the entire state of Hawaii. In fact, frequently it may be raining on the nearby beaches south of us and as you drive back to Puako it is all sunny and clear!!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
No large gatherings, no commercial activity
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the house.
No noise 9 pm to 8 am. During non-quiet hours sound shall not be more excessive than otherwise associated with a residential area.
A waiver of Liability relating to Covid 19 must be signed by each guest in order for the rental agreement to be valid.
A signed rental agreement must be forwarded to us on VRBO before the booking becomes valid. The Agreement is emailed to you after booking request.

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
Note from host: No large gatherings, no commercial activity
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 690030030000, TA-055-341-8752-01, GE-055-341-8752-01

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is near a water park and on 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. Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Puako Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Copper Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'My Favorite Place on Earth' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'My Favorite Place on Earth' on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$1,026, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'My Favorite Place on Earth' located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Puako Bay and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply incredible experience. Right on the water and private. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have only amazing things to say about our stay. This was our second time here and if we are lucky enough to come back to the Big Island, my dream would be to stay here again.The bedroom, dining, kitchen, and living areas are very clean and comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped and maintained. The owners have designed and decorated the house to match the beauty outside.Once the doors and windows are open, all you can see or hear is the ocean and the birds, really paradise. Plenty of chairs for relaxing or reading. We enjoyed some incredible whale watching while there in February/March.Close proximity to gorgeous beaches, restaurants, grocery (including the general store for basics and carryout sandwiches/snacks which is walking distance). Communication with the owners is easy
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with host. Check in was easy and necessary info was conveyed well in advance. House was spotless and as advertised. Youre paying for the location and view. It’s a rare gem to find these days and we thoroughly enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time here and we had a wonderful time. We love the location and the place and hope to come back again soon! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah V.

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

Perfect location

Off the beaten track but worth the drive.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

A magical place

We have stayed here a few times and it’s just magical .A perfect spot for a couple who don’t like crowds .Very clean and lovely
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Perfect seaside bungalow!

Everything was lovely! Very difficult to leave today.A perfect Hawaiian getaway.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

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

Welcome to Paradise

Wonderful location, great sights on the ocean, perfect snorkeling, it can hardly get any better, we had a wonderful time and hope to be back soon 😊🐢
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jena V.

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

Wonderful stay

The bungalow was a perfect home base for our stay on the Big Island. The house was immaculate, although we spent the majority of our time outside in the beautiful yard - lots of birds (including turkeys!) and turtles nearby. Lovely location and home!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

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

Another dreamy stay at Hale Malia

Our second visit to Hale Malia was just as wonderful as the first. The charming bungalow, spectacular view and excellent location make for a lovely stay on the Big Island!It is always hard to leave. Mahalo Kirsi.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2025
Thank you for sharing your appreciation of our favorite place on earth. We have been coming to this beach house for 22 years and still feel the magic. We love the closeness to nature, the sea and the animals that we can experience right outside the door without having to go anywhere. And the views and sunsets of course. And the spot is convenient to visiting our beaches and sights on the island . Look forward to your next visit 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

On the beach

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. The house was spotless and furnished similar to our tastes. We look forward to returning.John & Ellie
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Really loved it!

We really enjoyed our time staying here. We have stayed in Puako before and found this place to have absolutely everything we needed. We’d love to return!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

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

Wow!

We fell in love with the cottage and with Puako. The house is cozy and great for a couple. The location is incredible. We hope to stay there again on our next visit to the Big Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janel M.

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

Our happy place too!

We loved sitting in the back yard watching the best sunsets. So relaxing.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

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

Paradise Perfection

Absolutely perfect home. Well-maintained, beautifully decorated, perfect outdoor spaces. Loved our stay and was very, very sad to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
We appreciate your comments very much as we try very hard to keep it clean, spotless, new, beautiful and fun for ourselves and our guests as well. We check and replace bedding , pillows and towels each season - we routinely replace dishes and kitchenware that are looking “ tired” and add new items. We do not bring hand me down items to this house. We are pleased that this made a difference for you. I will pass your comments onto our dedicated cleaning team that work tirelessly before each check - in.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

A magical getaway

This adorable bungalow in an absolutely stunning setting made for a magical getaway. Kirsi is a great host as well, and made sure we had all the information we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
The setting is indeed awesome- a private bungalow actually on the beach in Hawaii - a rare thing. Having nothing but some sand, lava, tide pools and the surf in the view. We try to maintain an island feeling inside and out that transports you to a different time snd place. Yet the site is a short drive to many activities, hotels snd restaurants when you seek more” action”. Glad to hear you enjoyed or bungalow.🌺
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne B.

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

Always a great stay

If you are looking for a laid back, restful and quiet place to stay on the Big Island, this is it! We’ve stayed here many times and it never disappoints. Puako is such a delightful area. Clean, comfy and laid back. Thank you and we hope to come back someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Perfect!!!

This is our third time staying at this property and it gets better each time I cannot recommend it more.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Perfect location and relaxing get away!

We had a lovely time at this house for just under a week. The location was ideal, snorkeling steps away, and plenty to do nearby or just relax on the lovely outdoor furniture and watch the waves. Kirsi was a wonderful host, we can't wait to come back, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad to hear you took full advantage of the numerous sights, historical places , restaurants, beaches and ocean activities within minutes of our little island paradise. World class snorkeling just steps from the private lanai- paddle boarding, kayaking and scuba diving ( bring your own gear) all from the same access point. And no driving needed! Welcome back anytime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Peaceful paradise

Love this spot. Away from the resorts. Great location on the island for day trips. Rolling waves were the only sounds I needed in the hammock.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

A beautiful quiet get away

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hale Malia A very cleN home beautifully decorated on a very stunning property . The house is small but well suited for a couple and we enjoyed every minute . Great snorkeling at your doorstep
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

LINDA D.

wonderful place!

beautiful place right on the shoreline, watching humpback whales and turtles while snorkeling right out the front door. Quiet neighborhood, sweet country store just down the road from the house. Very quiet place!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2020
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review - it will be helpful for potential guests as they make their vacation plans. It was a pleasure to have you as guests. Kirsi and Erik
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

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

Paradise!!

I loved the beauty and simplicity of this gorgeous retreat. Reservations and check in were a breeze. I will absolutely return!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Happy place

If you'll excuse my description of a rental property with a food description equal to Umami... It satisfies everything I'm wanting to find to relax and unplug and connect with what the big island has to offer. Love this place.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Step into a dream

This little Hawaiian bungalow is what movies are made of. We thoroughly appreciated the gentle breezes, the sound of the waves and tropical birds, and exploring the lava tidepools into the evening. A peaceful respite from the rest of the word - just like in the movies!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

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Hosted by Kirsi Tiemroth

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