Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!

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9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Captain Cook, HI

Pebbles Beach2 min walk
South Kona Beaches2 min walk
Ho'okena Beach Park17 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Kona Dreams sleeps 4 adults. Walk 150 yards to the ocean. 2 bed/2 bath tropical home in a quiet neighborhood. Chef’s kitchen, laundry, beach gear, use of kayak. Free phone, wireless, cable, off-street parking. Hiking and beach on-site. Maid service with an extra fee.

Kona Dreams is a private retreat in South Kona, 35 miles south of Kona Airport.

The Drive:
A scenic drive on the highway along the dramatic coastline takes you past Kailua-Kona, to history-rich Keauhou, Kealakekua, Captain Cook, and Honaunau, through the Big Island’s fertile agricultural region, where coffee grows alongside macadamia, cacao, vanilla beans, avocado, and an endless feast of tree-ripened fruit.

The Home:
Enter the home and you will notice it was designed to capture every breeze. The spacious living area is equipped with a flat screen TV, media player, WiFi, games, guidebooks, and leisure reading. Comfortable furniture invites you to relax under the cathedral ceiling supported by solid ohia logs.

The airy primary bedroom features a king size bed made of local ohia wood and has a separate walk-in closet, primary bath, and a private lanai. The guest bedroom has a queen bed, separate full bath and a lanai of its own. The large kitchen is equipped with everything to make enjoyable meals from scratch.

The Location:

The steep hillside is caressed by ocean breezes and incredible views of old lava flows and crystal waters. A swim in the ocean is just 150 yards away. Look for turtles or even a monk seal resting on the beautiful black lava pebble beach. Enjoy sitting on the shaded lanai while you watch the tropical sunset or look for breaching whales.

Kaohe Bay is well known for scenic snorkeling – you will find snorkel gear, water toys, beach furniture, umbrella and cooler to enjoy during your visit.

Ho’okena Beach Park and Milolii Beach Park are nearby. Grab a quick bite or a freshly brewed cup of 100% Kona coffee at Menehune Coffee. Don’t miss Pu’uhonua O Honaunau (Place of Refuge) and allow a day to visit Volcanoes National Park.

We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags.

Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to your tropical getaway!

Please note:
-This multi-level home is not accessible for guest with disabilities, nor is it childproof.
-The space downstairs is only used by the owners. It has a separate entrance and is not connected to the rental unit.
-A clearly marked turn takes you from an elevation of 1,200 ft into the quiet Kona Paradise community, right down to sea level and the ocean.

We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags.

Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to your tropical getaway!

The steep hillside is caressed by ocean breezes and incredible views of old lava flows and crystal waters. A swim in the ocean is just 150 yards away. Look for turtles or even a monk seal resting on the beautiful black lava pebble beach. Enjoy sitting on the shaded lanai while you watch the tropical sunset or look for breaching whales.

Kaohe Bay is well known for scenic snorkeling – you will find snorkel gear, water toys, beach furniture, umbrella and cooler to enjoy during your visit.

Ho’okena Beach Park and Milolii Beach Park are nearby. Grab a quick bite or a freshly brewed cup of 100% Kona coffee at Menehune Coffee. Don’t miss Pu’uhonua O Honaunau (Place of Refuge) and allow a day to visit Volcanoes National Park.

Kona Paradise is a quiet neighborhood, 45 minutes south of Kailua Kona. For this reason, we believe a rental car is necessary to best experience all that the island has to offer.

Maid service available for an additional fee. Stays over 15 days require a mid-stay clean which will be collected after booking.

While we strive to keep all photos up to date, there may be new and updated pieces of furniture or décor that are different than in the original pictures. The functionality, available seating and sleeping space will remain the same or may improve. Pictures were last updated in July 2023.
- Park only in the driveway. No street parking.
- Turn off all exterior lights when not being used.
- Quiet hours are between 9 PM and 8 AM
- Children must have an adult present at the beach at all times.
- No lifeguard on duty.

GE/TA-096-897-6384-01
STVR-19-364213
NUC-19-1622

Property manager

First Island Realty

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

So much ocean you can see the curvature of the Earth!

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 387019022000, TA-096-897-6384-01, GE-096-897-6384-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Opihihale, a neighbourhood in Captain Cook. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuka State Wayside Park and Pebbles Beach, while Kona Coffee Living History Farm and Kona Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also worth visiting.

Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

Pebbles Beach - 2 min walk
South Kona Beaches - 2 min walk
Ho'okena Beach Park - 17 min drive
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 21 min drive
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 35 min drive

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

‪South Kona Coffee - ‬9 min drive
‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬10 min drive
‪Ktl Kona Coffee - ‬11 min drive
‪Haku Nui Farms - ‬11 min drive
‪Hapaki Farm- Grandmas Choice - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Tropical Retreat, 150 yds from the Ocean! located?

Located in Opihihale, this holiday home is steps away from Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Ho'okena Beach Park and Painted Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

27 Jan 2024

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

Relaxing and carefree

Met all our expectations!

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

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10/10 Excellent

William R., San Jose, CA

25 July 2023

Fantastic

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 experience as always, this is our second time in this property. Has everything we need including beach chairs. :)

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10/10 Excellent

Louis K.

28 Feb 2023

Captain Cook House near Beach

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: Very nice. Secluded location - quiet, although lots of barking dogs in neighborhood. Nice amenities - very adequate.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle E., Anchorage, AK

21 Feb 2023

What a great place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine B., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

31 Jan 2023

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

Away from the Fray

Second time at this location…what we like in a VRBO. It is spacious, clean and well located for daily adventures around island. The sound of the ocean waves is ever present. Well equipped but affords space for your personal items. I love the kitchen, we love to cook❤️.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

7 Nov 2022

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

Secluded paradise

The property is at the back of a small neighborhood. The road in and out is steep, but not stressfull due to low traffic and plenty of width. The beach is smooth pebbles. It looks awesome. Sunsets are beautiful. Water is great for snorkeling. The kitchen is well stocked. The veranda is a great spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing and traveling.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

30 July 2022

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

Well-stocked with amenities

The property is great and location beautiful. Clarification that the "pebble" beach really means a Big Island, rocky-type beach, not always safe for swimming would be helpful. While the open screened nature of the property is amenable to breezes, there are times where the humidity and lack of wind combine to make it uncomfortably hot in the house. Some airconditioning for those times would be appreciated. The amenities like the grill, snorkeling equipment, kayak, etc. are all great and in good condition. Really made our stay more enjoyable.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lasse&Crystal E.

28 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location, fully stocked but no Ac

This place was super convenient to Pebbles beach with great snorkeling! It was fully stocked with beach gear and full kitchen. But it was very warm there, I guess because it’s at the bottom of the mountain. It could have just been a warm patch of weather during our stay. It did cool down a little bit at night. And it really is a beautiful location that was just a couple hundred feet from the beach! The road down to the house is a 1/2 mile down a windy stretch of mountainside. It’s helpful to have an all wheel drive/4-wheel drive vehicle on the big island.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

10 May 2022

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

Comfortable home

Very nice, comfortable house. The quiet was lovely and all the cactuses are AMAZING. Loved the little gecko living in the conch. Made me smile every day.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael B.

29 Apr 2022

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

Perfect location

This is a beautiful home just steps away from a very secluded beach. Perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Feb 2022

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

Lovely location near Pebble Beach

This is a very comfortable, spacious, airy house in a quiet neighborhood a short walk from Pebble Beach. House is well-provisioned and rental agents very responsive. Enjoy the sound of surf and bird calls. This was my second stay at this house, and I hope to come here again.

Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C., Anchorage, Alaska

31 Jan 2022

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

Off a steep road near pebble beach gem

Great spot 1 block from black pebble beach. Fans and airflow and screens kept cool. Location between volcano and Kailua can allow easy access to either. Loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

14 Jan 2022

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

Exacty as advertised.

This property was as advertised, actually better than advertised. I was unsure if there was a view of the ocean from the lanai, and I can confirm indeed there is a lovely view. You will hear the pounding surf at night. As stated, there is no AC, but I found the home to be comfortable at all times without it. The kitchen is well appointed. I loved the location, which is quiet and somewhat isolated from the hustle and bustle of the busy tourist areas further north. Indeed, you are a good 25-30 minutes away from any kind of restaurant or civilization. The beach was quite turbulent most of the time I was here, so don't come expecting clear still waters. That said, Pebbes Beach is a sight to behold, unlike any other beach I have seen bounded by primordial lava rock. Make sure you find the path to the right that leads to more beach front. I enjoyed walking down from the house to the beach to watch the sun set every night. As others have noted, the road to/from the property will probably be the steepest road most people will encounter in their lives (San Franciscans exempt), but it's still perfectly safe and smooth in even a basic rental car. Just go slow. I look forward to returning to this property again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

18 Oct 2021

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

perfect place

the house was exactly as advertised on vrbo. it was an excellent experience. the view and access to pebble Beach were perfect

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

26 Sept 2021

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

Great Location

At the entrance to Black Stone beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

12 Sept 2021

Solitude by the sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beach is your back yard at this house in a quiet private neighborhood. If you are looking for solitude this is the place. The home is beautiful. The kitchen is great and the tall open ceilings made for a breezy home. The only real downside is the road down is scary steep and you have to drive 20 minutes to get to food and essentials. But it was worth a few days of solitude south Kona.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Lyn R., Whitmore, Calif

2 Sept 2021

Beautiful!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was very clean and adequately supplied with the necessary things for a comfortable stay. The trade winds easily blow through the home because of the generous windows and as long as the windows are open it stays cool. This is the third time we have rented this home and we will be back again

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Kerry F.

30 July 2021

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Overall good

Loved the privacy and space we had as a family. July is a humid time to come and no AC - fine temps at night but it was HOT when we got home each day. Would be improved with a moving window AC unit. We had a few cockroaches. Lots of bugs (mosquitoes) this time of year so did not get to enjoy the deck. The drive down to the house is steep - a 900 ft elevation drop. But it was fine. Nice short walk to the pebble beach - decent snorkeling there! A drive to anywhere else

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

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10/10 Excellent

brandon e., Lafayette, CO

19 July 2021

We Made the Right Choice!!!

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 house was just about perfect for what we were looking for. The place was in a great spot, clean, and well stocked with the essentials. We were actually surprised to see the equipment in the garage that we could use including snorkeling gear, beach chairs, and even a sea kayak that we wanted to try out but didn't get a chance. It was also a nice touch to get a call after we had checked in, I believe the next day, to be sure we were happy and didn't need anything. The only suggestion I would have is to have a few extra kitchen cleaning items available as we had 1 roll of paper towels and no sponge or dish rags for doing some light hand washing of dishes. We ended up buying more paper towels and a sponge at a local market to tide us over for a 6 day stay. Also, I would recommend a refresh on the beds, its always a bit disappointing to get in a bed where you feel like the mattress is about 30 years old. The natural cooling off of the place worked great as we followed the directions carefully, it was never uncomfortable in the house. We didn't pick a place right on the beach as we have a 5 1/2 year old son and mother had fear of him getting too adventurous alone by the ocean. The short walk down to the water was fast, easy and enjoyable. The neighborhood is nice with respectable quiet people. The steepness of the drive down from the main road was certainly a big surprise (I believe the grade is gets up to 25-30%!) but I never felt like it was dangerous, just have to drive carefully and slow. Mahalo!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Beth T., Kansas

13 July 2021

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

Phenomenal location

If you want a house within a short walk to a gorgeous beach, this is it! Pebble beach is awesome! Great swimming. Good snorkeling. Fun to walk around. The neighborhood is super quiet and everyone is friendly. The house is well equipped. It was hot the first night from being shut up, but fine the rest of the time. The kitchen is well equipped and the layout it great for couples and families. The carpet does need to be replaced and it would bother me if I had an infant or toddler. You do have to drive pretty far for all services, so if you don’t want to plan meals, then this is not your place. I would pay more to stay here again if the carpet was replaced!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

2 May 2021

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

Family getaway

This was a very nice property to spend the week at. The road down to the house was an adventure (very steep), so be sure to drive in a low gear down. The house is beautifully furnished, and was in a good location for us to travel all over the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Nick G.

7 Feb 2020

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

A steep drive but beautiful spot

Getting down to Kona Dreams is a challenging drive and really pushes the brakes on your car, but once you are there it is a very nice retreat. The carpets are a little dirty, but for the most part the house was well equipped, although I did have to set up the TV as everything was disconnected when we arrived. Pebble beach is a great place to watch the sunset and the neighbors were pretty quiet and keep to themselves. The house gets hot during the day and does not have AC, but the sea breeze cools it off well in the evenings. If you are really looking to disconnect this could be the place for you.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

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10/10 Excellent

ralph m.

4 Feb 2020

We loved it.

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

24 Jan 2020

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

Tropical Retreat With Sunset Views

Drive from Kona airport takes about an hour due to speed limits and winding roads ... depending on traffic. Views along the way are spectacular at different intervals. Upon arriving at the entrance to the subdivision, as you make your way down the steeply sloped road down to the house, the views are truly amazing! Lovely house with living quarters on 2nd floor. Two bedrooms at opposite ends; Master bedroom has a large walk-in closet, with shelves and hanging space; Large living room overlooking the ocean with plenty of seating and floor space, with three sliding glass doors to balconies/lanais. Both bedrooms have a sliding glass door, as does the kitchen. Large kitchen with all needed dishes, utensils and cookware. There is a Mr. Coffee coffee maker, a blender, a crock pot, a cutlery set of knives. There are some spices and Pink Sea Salt and pepper. All of the rooms have beautiful vaulted ceilings with large support timbers. There is also a laundry room with sink, washer and dryer. Hand and bath towels provided in both bathrooms. There is also two beach towels also provided in each bedroom. There is a garage, which I thought was off limits, but later found out it is where the trash is kept in two covered cans. Its also where you'll find beach chairs, flippers and water shoes to use at will. There is also a two man kayak to use at the Black Pebbles beach (amazing beach), which is within a short walk from the house. You'll feel at home staying in this property. At dawn birds begin chirping along with other early morning nature sounds. At sunset the cool night breezes take away any daytime heat within the house, requiring a blanket or two to sleep, (which are provided.) At night as you go to sleep you're serenaded with nature sounds of frogs, etc. The property is located in the southern part of the west coast, ideal for driving to Kona, or on the other end to Volcano National Park and Hilo. It is a good ten miles or so drive to the first grocery store, restaurants and gas stations. Although the location was ideal, we found ourselves spending most of the time in the Kona area to experience the beaches there. All in all a great relaxing, enjoyable stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B., Apple Valley, MN, USA

15 Jan 2020

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

Nice house for our family of 4

This is a great house! My kids thought it was the perfect Hawaii house. Walking distance to the beach was nice. There were some days of waves that made it too rough to go into the water, but it was still nice to sit and watch the waves. No view of the ocean from the house, but it was close enough to hear it. It's about an hour south of Kona, and an hour from Volcano Park.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019