Ke Ola Kai "Sea Life"

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Open concept- dining for 10, luxury living room to enjoy the view of the ocean.

Enjoy the sea and beach directly in front of the house.

Cocktails at a full bar with beverage center, ice maker & wine storage.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Waimea, HI

Hapuna Beach State Park13 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach15 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course17 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Brand new beachfront renovation in beautiful Puako. Enjoy year-round sunsets from the private lanai and step directly onto the beach for easy access to swim, snorkel, boat or dive... Daily sightings of sea turtles (Honu) and with luck some playful whales or a monk seal. Any reservations of 2 weeks or more will include a 10% reduction in the nightly rate.

Luxury 3 bedroom home with Japanese accents and expansive ocean views. Open concept design for amazing meals and entertaining. The kitchen has high-end appliances and a prep island equipped with everything for those who like to cook. Dining room with custom koa table seats 10. The great room with dining, living and wet bar space has floor-to-ceiling glass doors with motorized screens leading to the lanai. A wall of glass to enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and even neighboring island of Maui.

Many outdoor seating options to entertain, dine, or just relax in easy chairs and chaises. Enjoy ocean views, local mango, citrus, and palm trees as you sip a sunset cocktail from the lanai or sea wall. When tired of that, beach chairs and towels are available to take a short trip by car or on-property kayak to any of the other nearby beautiful beaches.

Every bedroom has a bath and private exterior access. Primary bath and middle guest bath have indoor/ outdoor showers to enjoy the tropical setting. Third bathroom has a Japanese soaking tub and overhead shower. A full utility room with storage and a high-efficiency washer and dryer make this home a complete vacation rental.

Property manager

Susan Clare

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 first aid kit

Property Registration Number TA-111-525-4784-01, GE-111-525-4784-01

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hapuna Beach State Park and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waimea, HI

What's nearby

Waialea Beach - 8 min drive
Hapuna Beach State Park - 13 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach - 15 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 17 min drive
Mauna Lani Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Kona Tap Room - 20 min drive
Lagoon Grill - 20 min drive
Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - 14 min drive
Island Hopper Taproom - 16 min drive
Tommy Bahamas Tropical Cafe - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ke Ola Kai "Sea Life" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ke Ola Kai "Sea Life"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ke Ola Kai "Sea Life"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ke Ola Kai "Sea Life" located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Puako Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Hapuna Beach State Park. Waialea Beach and Puako Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

11 April 2024

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

Sea Life Paradise

I can’t recommend this home enough. The photos are lovely and it’s even better in person! My family and I went to the Big Island to make memories and “Ke Ola Kai” delivered! The location is an easy drive from the airport. Stepping inside it’s hard to choose where to explore first. The house is beautiful and exactly as described- RIGHT on the beach. It was a personal dream come true to see Honu every day, but swimming with sea turtles was next level amazing (of course you don’t touch them, just admire)! The kitchen is well appointed. Even foodies would be impressed with the six burner stove and three dishwashers. Puako Beach is a small tight knit community and I always felt welcome. My husband doesn’t enjoy crowds. Staying here afforded us the option to choose when we wanted to be among groups. That’s something even the nicest resorts can’t promise. The owner, Susan, was quick to answer any questions and provided great tips to enjoy the island. It was easy to get to famous Hapuna beach, shopping centers, and restaurants. We struck out and visited Hilo along with the Volcano National Park...but none of it compared to the paradise and seclusion that Ke Ola Kai offered. Thank you to Susan for opening your home to us and we sincerely hope to visit again...soon!! Aloha and Mahalo!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

2 August 2023

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

Gorgeous house in amazing spot

My family and I had an incredible stay at this property! The owner truly went above and beyond, ensuring our comfort and satisfaction throughout our stay. Their friendly and communicative approach made the experience even more enjoyable. The recently modernized house was tastefully done, and the sunset view from the property was simply spectacular, creating unforgettable moments. The well-equipped kitchen was a chef's dream, making meal preparation a breeze. I highly recommend this property for a memorable and relaxing getaway!

Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

3 January 2023

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

Amazing property with world class views!

Absolutely stunning property! The owners obviously put a lot of time and thought renovating this beach front home with beautiful, high-end finishes. The views from the lanai are phenomenal. Spent many evenings gazing out at the bay watching the turtles sun on the rocks and the whales in the bay. Snorkeling conditions are as good as anywhere on the island. The sunset views are beautiful, of course. Location is convenient to resorts in either direction with world-class restaurants, grocery stores and shops. Make sure to book dinner reservations as the good restaurants fill up ahead of time! Susan was great and made us feel welcome, and our stay comfortable. Made some great memories, just wish we could have stayed longer! The kids are already asking when we can go back. Mahalo for allowing use to use your beautiful home!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

21 November 2022

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

Amazing Property

This property is amazing and we will DEFINITELY be back! Ke Ola Kai offers as much relaxation or activity you desire. The ocean views from this house are breathtaking. We planned our evening dinners around the best sunset view on the island from the lanai. The house is equipped with everything you need in the kitchen and it is a short drive to a market with great local produce and fish. Every day, we enjoyed diving, kayaking, snorkeling and swimming with direct ocean access from the lanai. Our teens had so much fun identifying the vibrant sea life we were able to experience after every swim. The variety of colorful fish was amazing and the sea turtles in the ocean and sunning themselves on the rocks were pretty awesome too! The interior of the house has full ocean views from the wall of windows that open to enjoy indoor/ outdoor living. I loved the sliders in each of the bedroom, falling asleep to the sound of the waves is the best. The huge soaking tub and outdoor showers were also a nice way to relax after a long day at the beach.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

27 October 2021

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

Location can’t be beat!

Beautiful oceanfront home with an absolutely stunning view. This location cannot be beat! Sunset views from the deck and a small sand beach. The home is so beautiful and extremely well stocked, a chef’s dream. The owner was very responsive and we were even contacted by her local property manager upon our arrival. We could not have asked for a more perfect visit to Hawaii.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan Clare

As a family, we have lived all over the United States and when traveling we enjoy renting a home or condo with a kitchen. We own a few properties in places we love and I manage the rentals. I love to cook and enjoy the local surroundings so I have tried to create that comfortable, convenient, special place in each of my homes for rent. We have visited the Big Island with our 2 boys since 2007 and about a year later, purchased a condo in the Waikoloa Beach Resort, while dreaming of purchasing a home in Puako.

Why they chose this property

Eventually this will be a retirement home, but for now I am happy to share this amazing location with travelers. We have been dreaming of a home in Puako since our first visit to the Big Island and now this special beachfront property is ours. The beautiful Japanese tiled roof was brought over on a ship in the 1970s. When remodeling, I wanted to keep that gorgeous roof and tie in some Japanese and Polynesian styles to the home. We opened up the Oceanside wall to accommodate as much glass as possible to enjoy the incredible views.

What makes this property unique

Private yard with a sea wall between you and the beach. Puako is a special community. When you are out talking to locals and you tell them where you are staying, they will say, “Ahhh, Puako, how lovely”.