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Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC!

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Beach
Beach
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Magic Sands Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC!

The Magic Sands Retreat is a quaint 3 bedroom/2 bath cottage just around the corner from the famed Magic Sands Beach and the Ali'i Drive beach corridor. Just a 10 minute walk to the most popular beach in Kona!
This upgraded home shows attention to detail with an artists touch with many tasteful upgrades throughout including remodeled kitchen, bathrooms, flooring & Air Conditioning!
The home is nestled in the middle of tropical and mature landscaping. Enjoy the sounds of local birds in the trees. Although modestly sized, this home offers several areas for entertaining, reading a book or soaking up the sun.
The home offers easy access to Magic Sands Beach through a public deeded access trail. Great for a morning swim or playing in the surf.

Immediately upon walking in, you'll be greeted by a fully equipped kitchen adjacent to the Living Area. Kitchen features granite countertops, gorgeous cabinetry, Large Island, Dishwasher, Fridge/Freezer, Stove/Oven!

The Living Area is comfortable, dining available at the Island or the Dining Table. Split Air Conditioning System Available in the Living Room & All Bedrooms have Wall AC units!
Cable TV & High Speed Wifi Internet are featured in the property. TV in the Living Room!

One of the guest bedrooms is featured as a Media room 2 twin beds & has a Television/Air Conditioning.
The Master Bedroom has a Queen Sized Bed, Wall Air Conditioning Unit, and Private Bathroom with a Walk in Shower.
The Guest Bedroom that goes to the Lanai features a Queen Sized Bed & a Wall Air Conditioning Unit

Washer/Dryer Available for Guest Use at the home as well!

***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.***

**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management in addition to purchasing a Damage Protection Plan or providing a Security Deposit if they stay at this property. Inquire within for specific details**

TA#TA-032-770-3040-01
STVR#19-351488
NUC#19-604

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GE-032-770-3040-01, TA-032-770-3040-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Haleo Luau and Holualoa Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Keauhou Shopping Center and Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory. Kona Le'a Plantation and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Magic Sands Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kailua Pier - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piko - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tropics Tap House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magic Sands Retreat: Remodeled Cottage,Walk to Beach, Incredible Location,AC! located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Keauhou Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 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. 67 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Magic sands retreat

The house was perfect for our family. The house was lovely and comfortable and close to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

Lovely stay at Magic Sands

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 communication before and during the trip. House was welcoming and well stocked with everything we needed. A couple of small items we inquired about were addressed right away. Great location in quiet neighborhood, easy walk down to Magic Sands beach for morning swims and sunsets.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Beautiful home

The home was lovely! We particularly enjoyed the deck and the numerous songbirds that visited the nearby trees, the plentiful beach supplies to help make our stay more enjoyable, and large living spaces.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Liz R., Hailey, ID

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

Great house

Liked our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Perfect Location and Home

We stayed 8 nights and were able to relax and enjoy the birds every morning and it was only a 5 minute walk to Magic Sands Beach. The property management team was very communicative and helpful. If you want a place to stay to relax, this is your place.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clover S.

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

Cute and quiet

Property is well maintained, comfortable and everything we needed was there. Easy access to Magic Sands beach and Kona proper. Nice outdoor space.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is amazing, is located very near by the beach, we just walked like 3 min to the beautiful Magic Sand Beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Malinda C.

Great stay in paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was really clean. Nice home. We loved the air conditioning and extra beach supplies.

10/10 Excellent

Marisela V.

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

Cozy and centrally located!

Magic Sands Retreat was perfect! The property is centrally located. We were able to explore the entire island and come home to prepare quick meals in the well equipped kitchen. We loved all the beach accessories at the home. Having beach items made our experience at the beautiful beaches amazing. The home is surrounded by lush landscape that is home to many birds and geckos which our little one loved! The home is comfortable, cozy, well equipped, with lots of outdoor seating areas. We are also very happy with the property management company as they checked on our well being and were very accessible if we had needed any assistance. We would also like to thank the owners and property management staff as they were accommodating to an unforeseen family emergency requiring travel modifications. Our family was treated with respect, sympathy, care, and compassion. Thank you for sharing the ohana love!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Happy

Beautiful property has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Home away from home

This was a wonderful, quiet, clean home for us to spend a vacation. We appreciated the welcome gifts and all the home had to offer. It was lovely to be able to relax on the porch and felt like home.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

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

Location

Great location- only 5 min walk to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Everardo H.

Nice rental

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: This place is just amazing, very close by the beach, like 4 minutes walking.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Beautiful comfortable property

Enjoyed this property that was comfortable with a wonderful amenities. Would return to this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from ROSEBURG, OR

Awesome

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: 10 days on the island!!!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Perfect quiet rental

The house was beautiful, very well kept, and in a perfect location for us. Walk to the beach and restaurants and short drive to shopping center and the harbor to go fishing. Only 20mins from the airport as well. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Wonderful spot

We had a wonderful time during our stay here. The home was incredibly clean and the perfect set up for our family of five. We used the kitchen a lot to cook, especially breakfast and dinner. There were lots of supplies for beach days, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, even a wagon. The location was very convenient and made exploring the Kona coast so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Fantastic place

The place is fantastic, including all the amenities which meant we did not have to rent snorkeling gear or chairs for the beach. The house is very nice and clean. Great porch to sit and have coffee each morning. Great location. Would greatly recommend to both couples and families to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cher A.

Austin

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: Fabulous great experience will rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great home

We enjoyed our stay at the Magic Sands Retreat. Beautiful home with a great laini for relaxing or enjoying my an outdoor happy hour. One bedroom has 2 twin beds and not a double pull out couch as described. Would definately stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

A beautiful home

This wasn’t a rental property, this was a beautiful home. The house was charming and beautifully decorated. The small residential lot was gorgeously landscaped and meticulously maintained. It was much nicer than the pictures. I’ve never enjoyed a rental more. It’s located in a quiet residential area two blocks from the beach. Not on the water, but I absolutely loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey F.

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

Perfect home for a family get away!

We'll definitely be looking to rent this wonderful home again if ever back on the island! It had everything we needed and you couldn't beat the location. We were pleasantly surprised to see that the third bedroom now has two twin beds instead of a pull out couch. All in all, we were very happy with our booking!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David B., FOUNTAIN HILLS

Perfect!

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 and property! This place has it all and then some. Great management, ease of booking and much, much more.Thank you all again, we will book again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

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

Convienient, comfortable and a bit exotic

Very nice home. Clean, comfortable and relaxing. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable bedding and very nice family room area. The wrap around deck provided a great place to relax and admire the tropical surroundings. Convienient to multiple shopping and dining options. Check out Gypsea Gelato.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Excellent property and wonderful stay!

Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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