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Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views

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A two-story house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
A two-story house with a garage, a stone wall, and a view of the ocean.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small attached garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A two-story house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly landscape.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and solar panels.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Place, Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus room

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Guest Bathroom 2

Guest Bathroom 3

Guest Half Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona, is home to this holiday home. Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Keauhou Shopping Center and Kona Farmers Market. Ready for a night out? Consider Don's Mai Tai Bar and MY BAR & Nightclub - LGBTQ Friendly Hot Spot. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Kailua Pier - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 38 min drive - 37.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea): Lush Oceanview Getaway w/ Heated Pool AC Views located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden, Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation. The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory and Dovetail Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely beautiful! If I want to nip pick things to complain about, I could but like I said to nip pick is not worth it. This home had everything you could think of. Lots of space inside & outside, pool was warm & the view is EXCELLENT! This home would be on my top list, we are definitely coming back to this home! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2026
Thank you for the glowing words. Landing on someone's top list is about the best compliment a home can earn, and a warm pool with that view certainly helps make the case. We're already looking forward to hosting you again with Gather whenever you're ready to take in that view once more.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, beautiful view.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property and those beautiful views—it’s truly a special place to unwind. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another memorable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the rental was perfect - the rooms, the views, the pool, the balconies - everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad everything about your stay made such a great impression. It’s wonderful to know the home helped create a memorable experience. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another perfect getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family property

This is a great property for family vacations.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2023
We are delighted, Greg, that you enjoyed this property for your family vacation. Thank you for choosing us and we hope to welcome your family back soon! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to having you stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly as described, it had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thank you! We’re so glad the home matched your expectations and had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another seamless getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was awesome we used it everyday. The house was everything we wanted and more. Everybody had their own space and bathroom. We would highly recommend this house and told our friends and daughter who is a travel agent.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2025
Thank you! We’re so glad the home was everything you hoped for and that having plenty of space and bathrooms made it extra comfortable for everyone. It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the pool and used it each day. We truly appreciate you recommending the home to friends and family—that means a lot. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather whenever your travels bring you to the islands again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was a great property for a family !

Everyone was very helpful answering questions
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2023
Thank you for staying with us. It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to be able to do so again! Thank you so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Hawaiian Vacation

The house was perfect. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. View was amazing. House has a perfect setup to give everyone their own space. Perfect vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Thank you for your patronage and for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to the possibility of hosting you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best of Kona

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: Best view, great location, so much offered, spacious and the pool is a nice option for families when away from beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Mahalo nui loa, for your 5 star review of Honu O Kai! The view from this property is indeed one of the best! We hope to have you stay with us again and can take advantage of our repeat client discount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here as a family of five. The location is excellent, with easy access to central Kona, essential groceries, and the road to Hilo. The house has stunning views of the water, and we enjoyed beautiful sunsets every evening.The home had plenty of space for our family and was well stocked with the basics we needed in the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry area. We also really enjoyed the pool. All five of us are strong swimmers, so the depth (12 feet, if I remember correctly) was perfect for us.One thing to be aware of is the steep driveway. It wasn’t an issue when the weather was dry, but our vehicle wasn’t 4WD, and on rainy days the climb can be challenging. If you’re visiting during a wetter season, this is something to keep in mind.We visited in August, when the weather was quite hot and muggy. Our only significant gripe was that the main living area does not have air conditioning. It gets stuffy fairly quickly, and cooking makes it noticeably warmer. There is a central exhaust fan in the main bedroom, but it didn’t do much to cool the main living space, so we found ourselves spending most evenings downstairs.Hurricane Lala also passed through while we were there, and the property management team did a good job staying in touch, providing updates and keeping us informed about precautions we should take.Overall, we had a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The location, views, space, pool made it a great fit for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful, detailed review. A home that gives a family of five room to spread out, with that kind of water view and a pool everyone can actually use, is a good fit for the way you traveled. We put a lot of care into describing each home in full, so guests know what to expect before they arrive, and it's good to hear the space, location, and views matched up. Nice to hear the team kept you informed when the weather turned, too. We'd be glad to host you again with Gather whenever the next trip calls.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this house in Holualoa. The view from the decks were stunning. Every night we gathered to watch the sun set and every morning we enjoyed the quietness of watching the ocean become alive with boats and people. Our only disappointment was that we had to leave.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Bob! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kona Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 great time at Honu O Kai. It had everything we needed as far as towels, utensils, et cetera.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Aloha and thank you for your review! We would love to welcome you back to Kona. Please let us know when you plan to return and we would be happy to extend a 10% discount to as a returning guest.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kona 2017

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: Great location and amenities. We had 8 people and had plenty of space to spread out and relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Mahalo for your review. This house is ideal for groups and we would be happy to host your party for your next escape to Kona!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home, fabulous family vacation!

This house was perfect for the 7 of us. Kids loved the pool, amazing, changing night lights! Beautiful view of the coast and ocean from main floor and upstairs. Coffee on the lanai every morning was best way to start the day. Convenient to everything north and south. House was exactly as described and as photos represented. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our house was a perfect fit for your group of seven and that the kids enjoyed the pool with its changing night lights. It's great to know that you appreciated the beautiful views and enjoyed starting your day with coffee on the lanai. We're glad the location was convenient for exploring both the north and south areas of the island. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home For Families

The house was equipped with everything needed during our stay. Very spacious and roomy. The views are amazing! The only complaint from some family members, we're from those who stayed in bedrooms that did not have an in-wall AC unit. Management was nice, and were quick to resolve the minor issues we had during our stay. Overall, GREAT property. Definitely recommend for big families.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to write a review David! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your accommodations and also appreciated the constructive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House. Great View

Perfect house for 2 couples. Pool was awesome, we wish the pool cleaner hadn’t been in the pool the whole time. But we made it work. Plenty of space outside. We loved all the outdoor living upstairs and down. We even had access to the garage for parking!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2024
Thank you, Jennifer, for your review. We're delighted that the house fit your group just right, and that you found joy in the outdoor spaces and the pool, despite the little hiccup. The garage perk seems to have been a nice touch! Eager to welcome you back for more fun and relaxation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house and great location!

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: Perfect location with lots of room for the whole family! Well equipped house with lots pool toys, snorkeling gear and beach chairs. Pool was clean and well maintained. View was outstanding. Wild pigs in forest behind were nice to watch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Deanna, we are happy to hear you've enjoyed your stay at Honu O' Kai! We encourage you to contact Boundless Hawaii at for all future stays on the Big Island!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house rental

House was as advertised -- AMAZING views, great pool, nice big living room with ample dining and hanging out space. Pool/play room downstairs was nice, too. Only constructive feedback is that the kitchen is not as nicely appointed as it should be (quantity and quality of cooking tools, with pots & pans in short supply and poor condition, too few glasses and barware, 1 cutting board, etc.), and the pillows are flat and hard as rocks. But overall, a great property. We'd rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to write a review Rebecca! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your accommodations and also appreciated the constructive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time with our adult children! The house is set up for good times with a beautiful, warm pool, pool table, corn hole, games, bar, tvs and great outdoor spaces. The view is amazing as you can see the ocean for miles. The lower level has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroom with comfortable beds and air conditioning in each bedroom. The upper level has a master bedroom with large ensuite, power room, large kitchen and living room. We had relatives come for supper and easily sat 8 at the table. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook including a great BBQ on the back deck. The area is very quiet (other than the noisy frogs in the evening) and there is a large green space behind. The driveway is very steep (a little scary the 1st time driving up) and they could use a few more plates as we had to run the dishwasher after every meal as we were out of pates but otherwise no complaints! We loved every moment we spent in this wonderful home and would recommend it to everyone!
Pool
View
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad the home was a perfect setting for quality time with your family and that the layout, views, pool, and gathering spaces made it easy to relax and enjoy being together. It’s wonderful to hear the kitchen and outdoor areas worked well for hosting and that the peaceful surroundings added to your stay. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to welcome you back with Gather for another unforgettable getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Kona Home

This beautiful house is in a stunning location up on the hillside with a panoramic view of Kailua-Kona and the ocean. Its elevation means that temps are several degrees cooler than on the coast and a wonderful breeze cools the house. The property is extremely well equipped, clean and well-maintained. Balconies, the deck and pool make it an ideal place to relax and take in the view. Kona is a short drive down the hill with all its amenities. Communication with the property manager was easy and responsive. Wouldn't hesitate to choose this property again and reccommend it unreservedly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2022
Thank you so much for leaving us a 5 star review! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2023 visit

Beautiful well appointed property with great pool. Window a/c in bedrooms are old/loud, but due to property elevation/location they weren't needed during the evening hours. The driveway is steep and narrow so best to arrive during daylight hours. Kitchen is well stocked and it is in a very quiet neighborhood. Requests/questions were promptly answered. Thank you. Fabulous view of entire kona area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our VRBO property! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our property to be beautiful, well-appointed, and with a great pool. We appreciate your feedback regarding the window AC units - we will certainly look into updating them in the future. We're glad that you were still able to enjoy comfortable temperatures during your stay due to the elevation/location of our property. Thank you for highlighting our well-stocked kitchen and quiet neighborhood, as well as our prompt communication with guests. And of course, we couldn't agree more about the fabulous view of the entire Kona area - it's truly breathtaking! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to have the opportunity to do so again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Million dollar Views

We enjoyed our stay very much! The sunsets were breathtaking every day. The home was equipped with everything we needed from plenty of beach towels to kitchen supplies. The gifted Kona coffee ensured we all left with a new love of the coffee from this area. The home was clean and spacious. There were 8 of us and we never felt like we needed any more room. We had an issue with the fire alarms and the property manager was over right away to help fix the issue. The pool was a welcomed treat every night. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Mai! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect space for a large family

This was the perfecgt space for our famiy for a week. Seven adults, lots of provacy and places to either be together or if someone needed privacy, there were many options. 4 large bedrooms, 3 baths. Master suite is lovely with wonderful views. The pool was great to return to each afternoon after the beach or site seeing. I think I counted 13 ceiing fans to help keep the air moving! Large living room and dining area. Kitchen allowed multiple "cooks" to all be working at the same time. Lots of pool and beach toys in the garage and a large washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Bobbi! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfection in Paradise

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: Turtle of the Sea was the perfect house for our groups vacation. We had a total of 9 people 6 adults and 3 children under the age of 12. The view from the house is perfect, it was a great way to wrap up a day at the beach by coming back and watching the sunset from the balcony. The house was clean and actually has 2 living rooms and 2 kitchens. It was a 5 min drive to the nearest beach as well as shopping. I would absolutely stay here again! Wish I had more vacation time!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Mahalo for the positive review! We hope to provide future accommodations for you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect House for Our Family

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: Property was just as described, even more lovely than the photos. The bedrooms and baths were perfect to accommodate three couples and three kids. We watched the sunset every night from the upstairs lanai--beautiful! We liked being up above the town--a lot quieter than Ali'i drive. It was a great spot to launch our explorations of the various beaches to the north and south of Kona. The managers were very responsive and kind to give us a code to enter the house an hour early when we arrived. I would definitely recommend this property. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Aloha and thank you for your review. We would be happy to welcome you back anytime! Please let us know if you return to Kona and we would be happy to extend a 10% discount to you as a returning guest.
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