Big Island Paradise

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Wide angle view of the house. We now have security lighting on side of lanai.

Main door that is on side of driveway. Frontal entry is two sliding glass doors

side entry from driveway. Furniture has been moved around as in next picture.

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Captain Cook, HI

Pebbles Beach
15 min walk
South Kona Beaches
15 min walk
Ho'okena Beach Park
16 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

"A Little Peace of Heaven" is an adorable picture-perfect home to experience Aloha! The sweetest place for a Romantic getaway! And just as fabulous for a family, as the second bedroom has a new Nectar queen mattress for friends or family.

The living/dining room overlooks the expansive lanai with gorgeous ocean views. You'll be able to relax on the lanai in the comfy chaise lounges or dine al fresco on the teak dining set, from either position you will enjoy one of the most beautiful sunset views on the island!

Outside you will be able to rinse off while viewing the lovely tropical surroundings. The picnic table in the yard provides another place to relax and enjoy the beautiful tropical vegetation provided by a professional gardener who has provided seasonal tropical fruit for your enjoyment.

A Little Peace of Heaven was professionally decorated so you’ll have beautiful Hawaiian décor, as well as a carefully chosen selections of Hawaiian music and dvd’s. There’s High Speed Wi-Fi, Netflix, a paddle board for FUN at the private black pebble beach at the bottom of the street, and a set of Ping golf clubs for playing at one of the local golf courses.

Sweet Aloha invites you and yours to A Little Peace of Heaven in Kona Paradise!

Property manager

Terri Lin

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

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

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Right on the Ocean with complete privacy !

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Drive 5 mins to Milolii and then hike in by the yellow church for 20 mins

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GE-168-917-8112-01, TA-168-917-8112-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Captain Cook

Located in Opihihale, a neighbourhood in Captain Cook, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Kona Coffee Living History Farm and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Greenwell Farms and Lekeleke Burial Grounds. Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

Pebbles Beach - 15 min walk
South Kona Beaches - 15 min walk
Ho'okena Beach Park - 16 min drive
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 19 min drive
Captain Cook Monument - 34 min drive

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪South Kona Coffee - ‬6 min drive
‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬7 min drive
‪Ktl Kona Coffee - ‬9 min drive
‪Haku Nui Farms - ‬9 min drive
‪Hapaki Farm- Grandmas Choice - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Island Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Island Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Island Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Island Paradise located?

Located in Opihihale, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Ka Lae Paakai is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

LaNae H.

4 May 2024

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

Beautiful view

The property has everything needed for a comfortable stay. The steep road and driveway required 4wd but the view was worth it.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

11 Dec 2023

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

An exceptionally quiet and peaceful place to stay away.

If you're looking for a quiet place to stay outside of all the touristy "hubbub" then this is definitely the place to stay. Very quiet neighborhood with friendly next door neighbors. It is a bit of a drive from the main shopping centers so our first stop was COSTCO to load up on groceries at the best price. We spent most of our time visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and local beaches. We felt this vacation home was perfectly placed with those destinations in mind. The owners have truly gone above and beyond with providing so many extras you would not typically have with other rental properties. The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked with every cooking appliance you can think of which our family appreciated. There were also boogie boards, various sizes of snorkel gear and fold up lawn chairs that have shoulder straps...perfect for carrying down to the beaches. We enjoyed the amazing ocean views every morning drinking our coffee and found ourselves hurrying back home every evening to catch the sunsets. My only caution is if you are renting a car....don't try parking at the top of the driveway or you will likely drag bottom like we did. Instead park at the bottom by the water tank. There is plenty of room there and it is just a few steps to the front door. If you rent a Jeep then go ahead and park at the top. Our thanks to the owners of this cute little home for sharing it with our family!

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

29 Sept 2023

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

Definitely “A Little Peace of Heaven”!

Our stay was magical! The lanai overlooking the beautiful property and ocean view was spectacular. Snorkeling at the neighborhood black sand beach was not very crowded and so peaceful. We were 45 minutes from Kailua-Kona but totally worth the scenic drive. We’ve already recommended this property to friends who asked for booking details!

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn R.

2 Sept 2023

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

Little bit of heaven

This was one of the cutest, most comfortable homes we have ever rented. It was thoughtfully stocked with every thing you could possibly need. The Lanai has the most beautiful view. We have been coming to Kona Paradise for about 15 years and this was one of our most enjoyable stays.

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda f.

31 July 2023

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

So surreal

The pictures don’t do the house justice! It’s got a killer view and you get used to the kind of scary hill coming down. Not scary after the first day.. it has everything you need and then some! Perfect stamp in our honeymoon ❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

31 July 2023

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

Truly Paradise

Tropical paradise with an ocean view! We love this home, the deck with view of the ocean was amazing. The inside of the house was adorable and comfortable and there were personal touches that made it feel like someone really thought about what guest would need. The driveway is very steep and narrow, but you can always park at the bottom and walk up. The plants and palms surrounding the home are gorgeous. The walk down to the ocean (another very steep hill) was intoxicating with the scent of plumeria. The black pebble beach is really nice for swimming if the surf is small. I miss the chirping of the tree frogs at night!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

31 July 2023

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

Gorgeous and Amazing House/Location!

Title really says it all! It was a gorgeous home with absolutely amazing views! We had a great experience working with the property owner and even had great interactions with those we met in the neighborhood. Only recommendation for those coming to stay is if you get a rental car get something that doesn't sit to low as the drive is indeed very steep but worth the views.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham M.

30 June 2023

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Beautiful property in a fantastic location.

Lovely property with an incredible sunset view. Great communication and super amenities. Lots of added extras to make your stay even more special. Don’t be put off by the mention of steep hills. Easily negotiated with any vehicle in low gear. I parked by the water tank only 20 yards from the front door. Don’t miss out on this fantastic quiet place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonia H.

30 May 2023

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Awesome View!

The home was very clean. The owner was easy to work with. The view was awesome. We spent most of our time on the lanai. Tons of Geckos and nice landscaping. The home could use air conditioning. There were a few days that were pretty uncomfortable as it was too warm in the house. The driveway is SUPER steep. The home is about 45-50 mins from Kona. It is a bit of drive, but we didn't mind it. If the house had air conditioning, I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

8 May 2023

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Great House and Location

Wonderful house. Very comfortable with a fantastic view. Private beach at bottom of the road (5 minute drive). Neighborhood is friendly. Town is 45 minutes and grocery store is 25 minutes, so do spend some time in the car. But love being here.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delsey R.

9 Apr 2023

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Getaway

Overall my husband and I really liked this “little piece of paradise” the only draw backs were; it’s a VERY steep grade to get here. We of course had a rental jeep and we could not figure out how to shift into lower gears… Also no walking down to the local black pebble beach, like I said it’s very very steep. I really enjoyed sitting out on the lanai at sunset, the best views! But I also felt very exposed to the neighbor on the one side as I know he was out on his lanai and could see right down onto where we were… also the mosquitoes were very bad. I appreciated the citronella candles and torches I believe they helped a bit but in the end we had to spray ourselves down with repellent. This property is a great place to stay and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The binder with ideas on places to visit and how to get there worked out great!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

31 Mar 2023

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Off the beaten path and worth it!

Property was wonderful, comfortable and the views are top-notch! Terri, the host, was a breeze to deal with and very communicative. We were used to the steep hills up and down to the house from years on the USVI, so no problems there. The neighbors are very nice and the area safe and quiet. I would stay here again and again for the sunsets alone. If you book, you will not be disappointed. Mahalo!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

21 Mar 2023

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Sunset views are spectacular!

House is nicely equipped and quite comfortable. The decor is lovely. Proximity to 2-step beach is also very convenient for snorkeling along with many other destinations. Would recommend this piece of Paradise to others.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby T.

9 Mar 2023

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Truly Paradise

We have been to the Big Island several times and this has been one our favorite because of the spectacular view and altitude. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy A.

4 Mar 2023

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Perfect location for us!

We loved the neighborhood and location in south Kona. We come from a small town near San Francisco so we adapted well to the long drives away from the towns and the steep roads were pretty similar to ones we’re used to. Our first day there we witnessed a mother and baby whale frolicking close to shore on Pebbles Beach. It rained hard the next day and we were content to stay at home, listening to the Hawaiian music and watching the ocean from the lanai. We tried to hit up all of the road stands around the area-avocados, shaved ice, baked goods, freshly caught fish and an abundance of fruit. The farmers markets are fun too, lots of local foods and crafts and friendly people. For snorkeling or sunny beach days we drove north, Pebbles Beach was way too scary to attempt though we did see people in the water. Every evening we made it home to enjoy the amazing sunset on the lanai. Mosquito repellent was provided, sometimes they were worst than others depending on the rain. It was fun to hear the abundance of birds in the day switch to the call of the croquites at sundown. The smart tv was nice to have. There were lots of dvds too but we weren’t sure how to use the dvd player/remote. Everything in the kitchen was well stocked, I love to cook and there was nothing lacking to cook big dinners. Lots of games, puzzles, music, books and beach gear for us to use. We felt very well taken care of by Terri Lin, she was always a text away and made sure we had what we needed. The one thing I would recommend would be to update the house binder with more up to date info, and not sure about recommending the local beach, Pebbles Beach as a swim spot, especially for kids. There are lots of safer swim areas not too far away. The house is close to the neighbors, which we actually really enjoyed, they’re super friendly and it made us feel right at home and safe knowing we’re around friendly neighbors. The house was definitely one of the best parts about our vacation!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie A., Guerneville, CA

11 Feb 2023

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Truly Paradise

This is our third time staying here. Such a beautiful home. Views are amazing . We’ll be back

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra T.

5 Feb 2023

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Wow! Wow! Wow!

Everything about this stay was phenomenal. The beds were a perfect amount of soft and firm. I loved that they had all of the toiletries. Towels. Coffee maker and even an espresso maker. I forgot many bathroom items like q-tips and body wash, shampoo, conditioner.. they had it alllll. We are from Michigan and the time change was actually extremely beneficial for us as we went to bed early and woke up early. We had beautiful sunsets!! Tons of lizards everywhere, be careful with the shells in the corner, there might be a momma and her eggs in there! There were also fruits growing outside along with many flowers. They provided a washer and dryer as well and an outdoor shower! We never used the outdoor shower, but nice to know there were two. I will say, the hot water runs out fairly quickly so space your showers out. Also, they did have little notes around to conserve water, so we made sure we didn’t take too many showers either. They had a full itinerary available but we decided to go about our own way: We visited many beaches for snorkeling. Two step and Queens bath was our favorite for swimming. Pebble beach was cool too and had many many rocks to climb on (at your own risk). We visited the volcanos- highly recommend! We visited the caves in Hilo - highly recommend! The waterfalls in Hilo were a trip too! We had breakfast at the coffee shop and a smaller one just before it that was even more satisfying but forgive me for forgetting the name. night manta ray swim- the best!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

15 Jan 2023

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Enjoyed our week long stay.

Location is a little out of the way but that's what we wanted. We put 1000 miles on the rental car in a week so make sure you get a car with plenty of allowed mileage and good miles per gallon. The property is nice. Really quiet and private. Great view, comfortable beds, and well equipped. Managers were quick to respond to questions and fix an issue with the drier. Would reccomend staying here to friends and family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn B., Fairbanks, Alaska

7 Jan 2023

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Nice place with stunning view from lanai

This home has a stunning view from the lanai. The 2 bedrooms are roomy and have comfortable, supportive mattresses. We thoroughly enjoyed Pebble Beach at the bottom of the subdivision. The home is on a catchment system but the owners provided bottled water for drinking which was a very nice extra. The house was decorated and coordinated with furniture and the all the trappings. As such, all the pillows, drapes, etc were all slightly musty even when we opened the house and ran the fans. The large screen TV provided fun movie watching in the evenings. The kitchen was very well equipped although the items were unorganized, mixed around and needed to be searched out.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

29 Dec 2022

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Perfect in every aspect

My family loved this house off the beaten path in South Kona. We spent the first few days in town and then 5 days here. When we travel we like to stay in sometimes “not prime” locations because of the seclusion. The sunset views were incomparable and the nighttime star watching was superb. The water was too rough for us to enjoy Pebbles Beach but we walked along the waterfront anyways. The house was clean and very well stocked with anything you need to cook. We tend to eat out lunches (if we eat out) and then cook our dinners. We had two issues with the unit and Terri was responding immediately. One issue he had repaired within a few hours. Unfortunately, the second one required more time for them to fix but I am not faulting them and am sure it will be remedied ASAP based on how the property is maintained and the responsiveness of Terri.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pwint S.

6 Dec 2022

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Truly a Kona Paridise gem!

We just came back home, from staying at this Little Peace of Heaven! The name says it all!! We enjoyed every moment of our stay here! Waking up to the breathtaking & priceless ocean views every morning! Sleeping with the sound of the waves! Spending time, drinking coffee, on the huge wrap around lanai & absorbing the ocean views, was a treat! It was truly magnificent! Pebble Beach is right down the street also. The house had everything, plus more! You name it, it has it! It was very clean and welcoming! Terri, our host, is awesome! She is extremely responsive, and so pleasant! We couldn't ask for more! Thank you Terri, for sharing this precious gem with us! Hoping to return again, and relax at this Little Peace of Heaven, in the near future! Mahalo! Pwint S.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

2 Dec 2022

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Schöne Aussicht

Ein schönes Haus, tolle Aussicht auf das Meer. Autofahren sollte man können.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise T.

8 Nov 2022

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Paradise is real!

We really enjoyed having coffee or cocktails on the magical lanai! I used the pretty hanging mosquito net to keep away from the skeeters, which were heavy at times and non existent at others. Sound of a heavy rain on the metal roof was soooo cool. The sounds from the little frogs didn’t bother us at all, as I had worried they might. The house is kept impeccably clean and well stocked. Our favorite was the black pebble beach at the end of the road. We went snorkeling several times, there are shallow reefs full of colorful tropical fish right off the shore on the right hand side from the parking lot. The beach has a bit of a drop off but is great for playing in the surf. The house is about 24 minutes from town of Captain Cook. We loved Black Rock pizza and the plate lunches at L & L BBQ! Right near there, is a fun outdoor market on Sundays with fresh produce, flowers, honey, crafts, excellent food & local crafts. Check out the woman with the white coolers full of amazing smoked marlin! We had such a peaceful time. It did get in the high 80s several days and it was warm in the house even with all the fans going, but we’re from Alaska & others might not notice at all. It felt great to get a bit sweaty and though go jump in the ocean. The location was everything we dreamed and more. Thanks to Terri and the friendly folks who stocked bottled water and gas for the grill, for a truly unbelievable stay. I can’t tell you enough how many times we giggled with joy at our good fortune to have found this incredible place & such a great value.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verginiya K., San Mateo, CA

24 Sept 2022

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Beautiful place. We enjoyed our stay very much.

My husband and I spent a week at this place. We enjoyed breakfast on the spacious lanai and watching the sunset every night. The road to the house was pretty steep, but it wasn't a problem if we you careful and driving slow. The parking at the bottom of the drive way was just fine (we didn't attempt parking the car at the top of the driveway :D ). The house had body boards, beach umbrella and snorkeling gear to use. We walked to the private Pebbles Beach at the bottom of the street, Going down was not bad, but it was very steep so our way back was tough. I would not recommend going on foot. Overall we enjoyed our stay a lot. The house had everything we needed from beach gear to cooking equipment and more.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

todd and stephanie t.

31 Aug 2022

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Tranquility Base

This remote cottage is removed away from the typical hustle and bustle of Hawaiian tourism with a view that doesn't stop. Approx an hour south of Kailua-Kona, the home is perched on a steep, highly vegetative lot that is so incredibly different than anything my wife and I have ever experienced, I don't know where to start explaining the magic we experienced this last week. All inclusive.... I'll start with an owners closet that is not locked but rather very accessible to extra everything. This means the owners care about your overall experience more than the almighty dollar. Every attention to detail in every corner of the house reminds one of visiting their favorite relative's home and the comfort that comes with those memories. All boxes checked....clean, inviting, well stocked kitchen, thoughtful DVD collection and streaming services, comfortable furnishings, soft linens, outdoor shower, washer/dryer, tiki torches with back up fuel, BBQ with back up fuel, and did I mention the Pacific Ocean? In your face morning, noon and night. Tranquility.....is one of the most impressive attributes provided. A distant wave crashing, an occasional bird chirping, a blue and green gecko scurrying across the patio....you have never experienced serenity and peace like this before. But be forewarned! This is not for everyone. Certainly not for the first timer to the islands looking for white sand crowded beaches, loud energetic nightlife and CrazyT Shirt shops. This will appeal to the seasoned Hawaiian aficionado looking for the local vibe, the relaxed slower pace and comforts of your Hawaiian grandparent's home (you didn't realize you had). We have already reached out to the owners about future stays and like always the reply was waiting in our email inbox before we returned home. Thank you caring owners!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Terri Lin

I'm a teacher at a community college and my husband Bobby just retired from Duke Energy. We were married in Hawaii in 1982 and never got over the love of each other and of Hawaii.

Why they chose this property

We were looking for a place in Hawaii and when we walked into this house it was love at first sight!! Perfect location because it was located in the middle of everything we would want to do on the Big Island. It had been professionally decorated by an Interior decorator and it felt like ole school Hawaii. Very authentic Hawaiian decor and when we walked out onto the Lanai and saw that view it took our breath away. Every time we walk out on that lanai we feel a sense of peace that we can't seem to find anywhere else, thus the name A little Peace of Heaven.

What makes this property unique

Being in what I call the middle of the island makes it pretty easy to drive to wherever you want to visit on the island and get back home in the same day. Being 800' above sea level you get the sweet ocean breezes so no need for air conditioning. And you have that birds eye view that makes for the most incredible sunset imagery which are forever memorable.