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Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool.

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The Home of the Hula Moon seen from the ocean at sunset. Aloha!
Large private swimming pool in the courtyard of the home
The pool is about four feet deep and large enough for swimming laps.
Magical evenings at the pool.
Enter through the courtyard into the home

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Puako, HI
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Aloha Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Kohala bedroom

1 King Bed

Kona Bedroom

1 King Bed

Turtle Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Upstairs Office

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Aloha Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Kohala Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Kona downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Toilet

Turtle Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool.

Stately and serene, THE HOME OF THE HULA MOON is one of the most beautiful contemporary oceanfront properties in PUAKO. Each bedroom has a perfect ocean view. Located near the end of the road, you will enjoy year-round sunsets and privacy.

Puako has the best beach weather on the Big Island. We have stunning views of the Kohala Mountains, and of Maui. Our infinity lawn goes right to the ocean. There are wonderful tide pools to explore, and a small sandy beach to the left of our home. At high tide, you can snorkel in front of the house. We also have a large courtyard pool. There is lots of room for family and friends at this apx. 5000 sq. foot home right on the beach.

We do not have Air Conditioning, but the large ceiling fans, and ocean breezes keep it very pleasant.

I don't allow parties, weddings, workshops, receptions, etc. at the house. Please don't ask to be the exception.

Looking at the photos, you will see that our home has a courtyard pool and a large infinity lawn to the ocean. There is no barrier between the house and the ocean, therefore, please note the layout of the property and then think about the people in your group, especially children, prior to booking this vacation rental. We have hosted many children, but they do require constant supervision.

All vacation rentals in Hawaii must have a license and permit, and my permit is on display throughout the house per County of Hawaii laws.

Please see my generic "for reference only" contract attached herein. You will need to sign your individual contract and waiver in order to finalize your booking at The Home of the Hula Moon. Once you book, I will email that contract to you.

Back to the fun stuff.

As you enter through the gates, lush tropical plantings enhance the large courtyard swimming pool and generous lanai. The pool is usually between 79 and 86 degrees depending on the season. The pool is less than 4 feet deep but it is fairly large and I am able to swim laps in it. Please keep all of the gates closed so that our resident flock of wild turkeys doesn't wander into the courtyard.

HULA MOON is designed so that every room has a magnificent view of the ocean, and you will love the open and airy feeling of this large home which offers gracious living in a relaxed atmosphere.

The two-story Great Room is very inviting. The wall of sliding glass doors can be pushed all of the way open and the locking screens can then slide into place. The large oceanside lanai has a dining table for 8 to 10 guests. The lanai also has comfy chairs for relaxing and a "punee" for lounging. There is a built-in bar, and a Weber grill just off the lanai. The small sandy beach just to the left of our home, and that is great for playing in the sand with the kids and we have a few buckets and toys in the guest garage. We have beach chairs and umbrellas and pool floats, but these floats etc. are just toys and not life-saving devices. Please don't take them to the ocean.

From the lanai, you will enjoy watching the humpback whales in season, pods of spinner dolphins, and our resident green sea turtles. Please don't get within ten feet of the turtles, they need their rest. The Puako reef offers some of the best snorkeling and walk-in scuba diving on the Big Island. Because our home is located between two beach access points, you will have very few people walking along the beach going past our house, because they will run into the seawall next door and have to turn around.

We have four large bedrooms each with maximum privacy. The Kona and Kohala suites are on the main floor and both have stunning ocean views and doors that open onto the lanai. Each suite has been beautifully appointed with new King mattresses and new linens. Both have large bathrooms with a separate dressing area and a large "open air" (but enclosed shower) filled with tropical plants and flowers.

The two spacious upstairs bedrooms have expansive ocean views and a private lanai that runs the length of the house. The Aloha suite has a new King bed and a new punee (Hawaiian twin bed) for relaxing. The Turtle suite has new Twin beds (that can be made into a KING Bed) and a daybed . The Turtle suite is a great room choice for the kids, or for parents who want to sleep with their child. Of course, it is also perfect for for friends to share. Both upstairs bedrooms have bathrooms with large walk-in showers.

Each bedroom has a TV set. There are 6 televisions with many premium cable channels throughout the house. We still have one DVD player, and we have a large selection of DVD movies in the Living room cabinets.

There are ceiling fans, portable fans and louvered windows in every room. There is NO AIR CONDITIONING but if you leave the louvers open and the glass doors open with the screens in place, it remains cool and comfortable. Every bed has a blanket plus a quilt or comforter which guests often need at night.

If you have business to attend to, we have several work stations. We have good wifi coverage on the property and it's the best that Spectrum has to offer. The internet is great for streaming and most work, but it’s not meant for realtime gaming or other low-latency tasks. Guests may not unplug the modem, the router or the sync modules which are there to increase coverage. If you do this, you may shut down the system and it will be down until my IT person can get to the home. He charges $195 per hour, so call me or your concierge before trying to "burp" the system, otherwise, expect a delay.

The upstairs double office has a printer that you can use to make copies. There is paper and spare ink in the drawer. There is also another punee (Hawaiian lounging bed) up there for relaxing. This can sleep an adult or teen if someone needs to sleep separately, but let us know well in advance if this is anticipated, so that we can make it up properly.

Please note, you may NOT take the mattresses off the beds and move them into different parts of the home or outdoors. And please do not move the indoor chairs outdoors, or vice versa. The floors and decks can scratch if you are dragging furniture around.

In the bathrooms, we provide hand soap and bar soap for our guests, but we do not provide shampoo or conditioner so please bring your own.

Extra housekeeping, in-home massage, kayak rentals, catering and more can be arranged locally so please ask our concierge. We will do our best to give you some options so that you can make the arrangements for your perfect Puako experience!

HULA MOON is a welcoming home where visitors can feel like a local. Just follow our simple guidelines, and you will become part of our ohana of happy guests.

HULA MOON is professionally managed by the owner and her staff. This is our second home and our only vacation rental property, and it shows in our attention to details. We want you to respect and love Hula Moon the way that we do and enjoy all that Puako and Big Island have to offer.

This property is compliant with Hawaii Tax Act 326. We collect and pay our Hawaii GET and TAT taxes. Our tax ID numbers are: W25465279-01.
GE 152-401-5104-01.

Note: The County of Hawaii plans to increase the "hotel/rental" taxes by about 2% on 1/1/26. If you book in 2025 for a future rental, the tax you pay will go up. The nightly rate remains the same. But we do have to charge you whatever the current tax rate is on the rental. That will be shown as an additional fee on your payment schedule.

Please include your Phone Number, when making an inquiry. This is very important to us as we cannot really respond to you without it.

We look forward to hosting you and hope to make your vacation a special one.

Welcome to the HOME OF THE HULA MOON in lovely Puako.

Warmest Aloha.

Property manager

Gail (owner) Christian "Niki" (concierge)
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our pool and the ocean require constant supervison
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Events

No events allowed
No Weddings, Workshops, Events etc. at my home.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$1000 from your deposit if you smoke inside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please throw opened items and leftovers in the trash and put any fruit, vegetables or unused food in the fridge. Mahalo.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please don't move indoor furniture outdoors or vice versa. $250 penalty.Advise of rug stains, spills, floor damage ASAP to lessen your repair costs.
Delicate septic system, don't flush wipes, fem. products: $850 pumping fee if you clog it. $500 fine for changing pool settings/removing pool sweep.
Renter, parents of minors must sign my contract/waiver before arrival. Quiet hours: 8pm to 8am. The # of guests can't be more than on your contract.

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 Weddings, Workshops, Events etc. at my home.
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number W25465279-01, GE-152-401-5104-01, 690060200000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Puako, HI

What's nearby

  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Waialea Beach - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 18 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪A-Bay's Island Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool. have a pool?

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

Is Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large Courtyard Pool. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Puako Beach, Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Waialea Beach. Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course and Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 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

Monica B.

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

Another Incredible Vacation

This is our third time staying at the Hula Moon. As soon as you enter you are greeted with an unbelievable view of the ocean, we saw whales and turtles everyday during our 2 week visit. There is plenty of space for everyone to gather as well as having individual privacy. I can’t wait to plan our next visit..I miss the sound of the ocean lulling me to sleep each night. Thank you Gail and Niki for another amazing family vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Serene

Very well maintained. Very clean. Tastefully furnished. Beautiful Artwork. Fully equipped. An unforgettable stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Beachfront serenity

The Home of the Hula Moon was a beautiful place to relax, enjoying the ocean views, scents, and sounds. We saw basking sea turtles, spinner dolphins, and even a whale spout from the lanai. The neighborhood was quiet. The pool area was secluded with gorgeous landscaping and the pool was a perfect temperature for cooling off.The home is spacious, comfortable, immaculately clean, and the artwork was an unexpected bonus. The family had plenty of room and the showers were superb. The owner and concierge were quick to answer questions and to make recommendations for local restaurants and activities. Overall, it was the best VRBO experience the family has had, and we hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

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

Magical time in Puako

We had the most amazing time during our stay in Puako thanks to the beautiful Home of the Hula Moon and the graciousness of the host (Gail) and property manager (Nikki). From the moment we checked in until the moment we left, our every need was met. The home is in a spectacular location, right on the beach which provides beautiful views of sunrises and sunsets. The home is very tastefully decorated and extremely well-maintained. It’s clearly the most well-stocked home we’ve ever rented, with high-end linens and an abundance of kitchen supplies. We felt pampered and never found ourselves in need of a single thing. The communication with both the host and the property manager was exceptional. They were always available and responded quickly with information and/or answers to questions. The detailed description of the house rules and home details set a foundation of clear expectations for our stay which was very much appreciated by me and my entire family. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would love to come and visit again. Thank you Gail and Nikki for a vacation of a lifetime!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney A.

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

Vacation

The property is in excellent condition and offers stunning ocean views.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Highly recommend

The house, neighborhood, and location are amazing. This is truly a phenomenal gathering spot and an excellent way to experience the big island. We would highly recommend for friends and family gatherings. We travelled with small children and would book again without hesitation.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Beautiful Location and Property

Exactly as advertised. Beautiful property, great location and laid back vibes. Our family enjoyed it tremendously and highly recommend to any and all guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

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

Turtle Heaven

My family and I had a wonderful time, and we already want to go back. We went snorkeling almost every day, took sunset walks (saw eagle rays and squid), swam in the pool, ate outside. The weather was perfect (Thanksgiving).and the house lacked for nothing (extra refrigerators came in handy). The hosts took very good care of us - giving us tips and making sure everything was OK. Each night we had about 6 or 7 turtles right in front of the house on a rock.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara I.

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

Lovely Stay -

We had a great time with family. Property was amazing and Niki could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Family vacation

It was a perfect house for the 8 of us ( three generations). It is a beautiful house, location and setting. The host was fantastic and we have no complaints.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

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

Beautiful Home & View

The house was beautiful and very well furnished. Wonderful view from the house and the terrific back porch. This house and rental experience was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Beautiful House and Location

Great property for our group. The pool was great to have. Turtles everywhere on the beach, rocks and when snorkeling out front. Quiet neighborhood. Great snorkeling out front and down the road where paid tours go…. Everything we needed for cooking meals and nice to have a spare fridge for all our drinks. All communications were great! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Fantastic Stay

What a beautiful location and home. Our 3 kids, their grandparents and my husband and I greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyle V.

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

Beautiful house

I cannot say enough about this place. This is the second time we have stayed there. We absolutely love it. The whale, turtle watching is the best.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Beautiful Puako house on the ocean

Hula Moon is a wonderful house for a family of 10! The location, close to the ocean with a beautiful large lawn and deck, is perfect! There is exceptional art work all around the house. Everything is quality -- high end kitchen (+ 3 refrigerators!) with plentiful supplies -- sitting areas everywhere and a wrap around upstairs deck. All the rooms have a direct view of the ocean and sunsets.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

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

Puako Beach home

Beautiful home in a wonderful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Premium accomodations

Well appointed kitchen, bathrooms, outdoor living spaces and extras (coolers, beach bags, beach chairs, beach towels) that made the vacation extra relaxing. The home comfortably suited our family of 10 with beds for 4 children and 3 large bedrooms, walk in closets, outdoor rain showers for 3 couples. The home is expertly decorated and furnished with quality seating and conversation areas. A truly beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

We Do Not Recommend This Property for Families with Children

We’ve rented over 50 luxury vacation homes, and this is the first negative review I’ve ever written. I felt obligated to warn other families.Despite the positive reviews, our experience was very different. If you are traveling with children, I strongly recommend avoiding this house.Doors leading to the pool can’t be locked from inside — we had to block them with furniture to protect our kids. The upstairs loft has a built-in desk easy for kids to climb, creating a 14-foot fall risk.We were told not to roll suitcases, warned to keep windows shut due to homeless concerns (despite no AC and hot temps), and signs everywhere told us not to touch anything — it felt like staying in a museum, not a vacation home.We received a call warning us about kids playing “too loudly” in the pool, and signs banned games like Marco Polo because it “drives everyone crazy.” Our kids were simply having normal, daytime fun.There’s no usable beach — the shoreline is rocky and unsafe for barefoot play.A neighbor aggressively yelled at a young female in our group over temporary roadside parking.We left the house spotless (confirmed by the property manager), yet were unfairly accused of causing damage — what was shown were tiny marks consistent with normal use.Other surprises: poop in the pool on arrival, wild boars roaming the yard, and no basic toiletries like shampoo.This was by far the least welcoming experience we've ever had.We do not recommend this property for families.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

W Thomas T., Prescott, AZ

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

Excellent retreat

Perfect place for our annual family vacation (6 adults and 4 kids). First class, luxurious accommodation and excellent support and service. We hated to leave.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Perfect in Hawaii

This home was absolutely as advertised. Spectacular accommodations and location with great, attentive hosts. We could not have been happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

amazing

we just spend a week at the House of the Hula Moon and it was wonderful. The house is even better in person and the location is perfect. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you for such a wonderful week!

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

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

Wonderful home

This was a wonderful home right on the water. The views are spectacular and the neighborhood is quite and friendly. Great communication with both the property manager and owner. We loved our stay and look forward to returning in the near future. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander R., New York, NY

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

Wonderful Stay

We travel widely, and this is the cleanest VRBO we've ever stayed in. You can tell the owner really cares about and for the property. Energetically quiet and beautiful location. The owner and property manager were very helpful & responsive. We highly recommend Hula Moon, and plan to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D., Seattle, WA

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

Amazing

Incredibly relaxing and tranquil location...this house has everything, including an amazing kitchen with every tool a chef would want!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lyle V.

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

Best house on Puako Beach

The house was very clean. We had been planning this trip for a year and was not disappointed. We had an age range of 3-56 and could not have been happier. Beautiful view, sunsets.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gail (owner) Christian "Niki" (concierge)

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I came to Puako 30 years ago and the community retains its laid-back friendly atmosphere. There is something magical about the Big Island and if you spend a little while in Puako you will feel the 'mana' and aloha spirit of this special location.

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful home. Every bedroom and living space has a fabulous ocean view and we have excellent cross ventilation throughout. The pool area is protected so it is warm and sunny. We are NOT located near a public beach access so our house is very private and more protected than homes built on a beach access.

What makes this property unique

Puako has the finest sunny and dry climate year round. The reef is full of fish and sea turtles rest in front of our house almost daily.

Our home was built so that every bedroom has a gorgeous ocean view. The home is perfect for a generational family or a few friends. There is almost 7000 sq. ft. of indoor/outdoor living so you can always find a private place to relax. We enjoy year-round sunsets and quiet friendly neighbors.

We swim in front of the house with manta rays, and dolphins, and buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen at the nearby harbor. We get freshly baked bread and organic produce at the Waimea farmers' market and buy orchid plants and fresh papayas from a woman down the road. The Huli Huli BBQ truck on the weekends is the best and it is located up the hill in Waimea.

THE HOME OF THE HULA MOON will be your own private paradise during your visit to the Big Island. Join our ohana of happy guests.

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