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Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14

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View from house across pool to the ocean, where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets
View from dining room toward ocean.
Ocean view from main dining room.
Main kitchen is large with skylight and island with even a double oven.
View through the kitchen to the ocean.  Stare at the ocean while kitchen.
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Popular LocationMagic Sands Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationKahalu'u Beach Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKailua Pier9 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)111 min drive

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Middle Upstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

North downstairs master

1 King Bed

Southern Downstairs

1 King Bed

South Upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Kitchen Half Bathroom

Toilet

Northern Unit Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Pool Half Bathroom

Toilet

South Unit Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs master bath

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Master Shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14

We have named our home Makani Kai which means "ocean breeze" where you can come to relax, watch the waves and let your stress melt away. In our opinion, the house is in one of the most beautiful locations on the island. Situated on the world famous Lyman's surf break, you can watch the surf and surfers ride the waves from almost every room and bedroom in the house. Guests have described our home as feeling that they've rented their own private resort on the island.
At over 5,000 square feet Makani Kai is one of the largest vacation rentals on the island. The house boasts 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, with multiple kitchens, 3 separate living rooms and a large game room with a pool table, foosball table and ping pong table. We also have a cornhole board and other board games. This makes the house perfect for extended family and/or multi-family rentals where guests still want to have their own quiet space within the house.
Three of the bedrooms have king sized beds. One bedroom has a queen sized bed and one has a double bed. There is also a double bed sized futon couch, queen sized fixed couch and several portable twin sized beds. 4 of the bedrooms have their own bathroom. Each bedroom has an air conditioner that can be separately adjusted to the desired temperature of the guest in that room.
There are three sets of washers and dryers in the house for your convenience. The swimming pool is situated on the ocean side of the house so you can enjoy the pool and watch the waves and sunset from the pool deck. The pool deck area is elevated so that the ocean view is enhanced.
The house is situated approximately 1/2 a mile north of Magic Sands Beach, which is considered to the the best sandy beach in town. One of the top snorkeling locations on the island, Kahaluu Bay is just 1 mile South of the house. The house is located on Alii Drive approximately 1.5 miles South of the main downtown Kailua-Kona area and roughly 1.5 miles North of Keauhou Bay. Alii Drive is the main ocean front road between downtown Kona and Keauhou Bay. The road is well traveled with significant noise. If you are from a quiet neighborhood you will notice it, while if you are from the city maybe less so. In our opinion, the stunning ocean views are a worthy tradeoff.
The back and the sides of the house are surrounded by forest reserve land so your only "close" neighbors are across the street to the left. In the rear of the house there is a large separate patio area that adds to the space of the house and creates a separate quiet area. The front of the house is separated from the ocean by Alii Drive.
The game room has a pool table, foosball table, wet bar and various board games for the family to enjoy.
There are gated parking areas on both the North and South end of the property that comfortably park 3 vehicles. There is also ample street parking.
In the garage there are boogie boards, surfboards, beach chairs, beach umbrellas and various beach toys for guest use.
From the main kitchen you can watch the waves while cooking or making fruity island drinks to enjoy by the pool. Surrounding the pool are multiple lounge chairs, tables and a bbq for guest use. With 8 televisions and internet in the house there is ample different electronic entertainment options for a large group, including kids.
Our STVR#: STVR-19-368864; NUCR-20-2007

Property manager

Ken James
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pool is not fenced nor lifeguarded. By booking this house you accept full liability and responsibility associated with the use of the pool.
House Rules: By booking this property you are also agreeing to the House Rules in the section entitled "Rooms and Details" under "Additional Info".

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-198-411-9808-02, TA-198-411-9808-01

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kailua Pier and Mokuaikaua Church. Travelling with kids? Consider KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Magic Sands Beach - 11 min walk
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 4 min drive
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 6 min drive
  • Kailua Pier - 9 min drive
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Humpy's Big Island Alehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Ocean Front 5 Bedroom With Pool, AC, Game Room and Sleeps 14 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holualoa Village holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lu G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Kona!
This is a nice, big house on a main road in Kona. The kitchen and pool were amazing for our mixed generation group of 10 people! There are a lot of awesome things for use like beach chairs, a cooler, beach cart, etc. The kids loved all the board games, the pool table, table tennis table, and foosball. However, if you are squeamish about bugs or have arachnophobia, I would not stay here. We encountered numerous cockroaches and 8 cane spiders in the house/garage during our ten days. The house backs up to a jungle area, is older, and is not “airtight.” There are some openings in the walls where we could see bugs were able to get in. The doors, especially the garage door, did not close all the way. We blocked many of the doors with towels, but there were still a lot inside the house. Many people would not mind encountering cockroaches and spiders, but if you do, I’d look elsewhere. The house could use a lot of updates/maintenance to justify the nightly price. Ken was awesome with his communication. An excellent host! We had an awesome trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
It is a beautiful house. Lots of room to spread out. The sunset views were incredible! Close to great beaches and restaurants. The house could use some minor maintenance. A new dishwasher- no one wants to wash dishes on vacation. And the sliding door to the patio/pool area needs to be repaired. We still had a wonderful time and would recommend this house.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Connie C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Less Than Impressed
When we,11 family members, arrived at the house, we were so happy with the view we thought this is going to be a 5 star place, then we went into the house. It is so misrepresented by the pictures on VRBO. It needs so much updating inside. We had unusable broken sliding door in the north downstairs unit, no blinds to keep out sun so was so hot in the afternoon. Have to keep 3 wood entry doors locked because no latches on them to keep them closed. Windows do not close properly, so hence the big roaches coming in at night. Very large spider found in bunk bed where child slept. Lightbulbs blinking. Outlets in parts of house unusable. Air conditioning didn’t work well in one bedroom. Dishwasher shelf broken. Refrigerator rusted. The house was well stocked with necessities. The pool was sparkling and really enjoyed. Lots of patio furniture around pool, but back patio was totally unusable. The traffic was loud on the street but not a bother to us. I would still recommend this house because of the view and location, but hope owners take heed and do some much needed work. The house just didn’t reflect the amount of money we had to pay for our 6 days.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

James P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Totally misrepresented
What started out as a nice family vacation, soon turned in to a horrific nightmare. There is so much wrong with this house and misrepresented. Windows are dirty, some screens were missing from windows, doors would not seal, appliances were broken and not working properly, lights were burned out or malfunctioning in very important areas, such as the main entry coming up on the south side of the house Where there was no lighting in the evening and in the house going down to the garage. The air conditioning was substandard in many parts of the house The main entry lock does not work very well. The patio area in the rear of the house was totally unusable, there was mold on the covers, covering the porch, leaves and debris on the counters and sink, there was a paver next to the porch that had a huge hole under it, it gave way and I fell in. Few sinks were not draining. The floors are filthy as was the barbecue, no brush to clean it. The listing should mention the heavily traveled and loud road between pool area and ocean. Now let’s get to the bad stuff, at every turn inside and out we were met with cockroaches, we had four separate occasions where there was a cane spider in the house, these things are huge and freaked my wife and my mother, totally out and rare but if bitten they are poisonous. “The last straw” we had a big rat getting on our counters and into the food every night, I will not go in to the graphic detail how this ended. Needs $50k to make safe and rentable
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
It was an amazing stay. The house could use some updating. Also, don’t leave ANY food on the counters. There must be a mouse or some critter that comes out at night and snacks. Otherwise it’s an amazing place to stay while you visit. ❤️❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Micaela ( Mickey) T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool vacation
Family had a good time. Loved the pool and pool table especially. Information sent by owner helpful. Just could not figure out the TVs. About the cleanliness. Mostly OK but the floors could have been cleaner. The 2 year old was barefoot right off and had the dirtiest feet I have seen on any child who was indoors. And, just how old is the toaster? Owner was quick to respond when I had a couple of things that needed to be taken care of. I am just not a bug person and that bothered me. Sorry Micaela (Mickey) Talbot
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Great location
The home was wonderful! We enjoyed watching surfers from our deck, tidal pool across the street with so much life. The house was well stocked, a place for everyone with lots of games etc. We were welcomed with a huge fruit basket. Beaches very close and several great farmers markets. Sooo many beach toys, and we spent a lot of time in the pool! A+
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a large family
The house is in a great location with an easy short walk to the first trolley stop at the stones church. so many beach items included in the garage. The kitchen is fully stocked with all needed cooking supplies -oils, spices etc. There are 15+ beach chairs and towels. The house layout is great for families - large dining room table and t kitchen. Be sure to read the cooktop directions as it’s pretty tricky- they are in the drawer. We had quite a few run ins with large roaches — all we were able to kill. if parking on the left side driveway, let your passengers out before driving up the incline or you will bottom out the rental car. The screen doors all need new screens and or replacing. They were difficult to keep on the tracks and almost every one fell out during use. Bought lubricant to spray the tracks but the wheels on top are too worn. The window sills haven’t been cleaned in years it’s very clear to see. We had two cane spiders in the house at two different times- one on our last day of which I informed the cleaning person. She and her husband were very nice people- we met them when they came to change light bulbs. The owner was very responsive to texts when I reached out and on day 8 the maint. man came and installed a pool vacuum. Surfers parking is next to the house, busy area but fun to watch. The police were there to shoe away overnight parked cars many nights. The hedges need trimming so you can see the water. For the price, the items above need to be addressed.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Shelley C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Birthday surprise
Came here to celebrate daughters birthday
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
Our extended family stayed for a week for my daughter’s wedding. The house exceeded our expectations. It is spacious, comfortable, and very well equipped. The outdoor spaces are wonderful: everyone especially loved the pool, the afternoon sun on the patio, and eating our evening meal outside while watching the sunset. I highly recommend this rental; it is clean and well managed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D., Papillion Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place!
3 Couples, we each had our own Suite! Owner responded immediately with handyman Ty to solve a minor issue. Home lived up to all the hype to be the perfect home for a perfect vacation to the Big Island! We are already planning another trip to this island, and to stay in this Home.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Anniversary Celebration
Worked well for our group, fun time was had by all.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury in Paradise
Absolutely met and exceeded expectations. Welcoming, spacious, and comfortable are accurate words to describe this property. The fruit arrangement was a pleasant surprise. There was plenty of room for our extended family and friends. However, the main gate did not close, and was unable to close. This could be considered a necessity for a family with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Amazing place for us and extended family. 6 adults and 4 children ages 8 to 13. Place was large enough for everyone to have their own space..close enough to amenities ans magic sand beach. Lots of bathrooms and washing machines. Large kitchen for in home meals...
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Couples on the Big Island
Great location, Ken (property manager) was excellent. The handyman was top notch because we needed him one night when a sink by pool developed leak (downside of house by ocean). We took an Uber several nights to Lua and several area restaurants. Pool was great! The layout was great! Value is excellent. House needs a little TLC, but I will have very fond memories of my stay on the big island because of the ability to rent a house vs a hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kailua visit
We chose the location because we know that area very well. The house was perfectly located, and my favorite part was all of the afternoon sun on the pool. Everyone had their own space and even more important was that they had their own air conditioning and fans!! We had a fabulous vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M., Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kona
The property was everything all the other 5 star reviews mentioned. Property owners very communicative. The added availability of beach towels, sand chairs, cooler, boogie boards and other beach related equipment made our daily adventures so much fun. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th anniversary in Hawaii
Great location. Overall, we loved the place. The pool was great. Lots of room. Kitchen was great. House may need a bit of updating. Owner mentioned some difficulty with critters. Cockroaches were present daily. They were more than a nuisance. Interaction with owner was pleasant and helpful. Great celebration for our family with some moderate problems
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for large groups
Overall an amazing stay. Some of the light fixtures were not working, but the view is amazing. Beds were comfortable; rooms kept cool; linens clean, soft, and cozy; kitchen well stocked; grill work’s great; pool refreshing. The house is great size for large groups with plenty of space for group gatherings, as well as enough space for some privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Gail K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice place for large family
Had 11 people from seniors to age 5 grandson. Nice place for that amt of people. Lots to do. Reason for fair review is place is a little outdated and air conditioners are not always working. Pool was fantastic. Everyone loved lt If you have a large family outing I do recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable home
Plenty of room, nicely stocked kitchen. Beautiful pool, plenty of outdoor seating and awesome sunsets. Owner was very prompt in having bedroom air conditioner fixed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location for our Needs
We had a wonderful time. Property is as advertised. Close to some great beaches/snorkeling spots within walking distance for us (1/2 mile to 1 mile away). Perfect for dropping off/picking up the family with the beach gear, and driving the car back to the property so that parking was not an issue at the beach. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mansion on the Beach
From the moment we got here we felt like royalty. This house is absolutely beautiful and huge! My parents loved having their own separate living area and kitchen, and the kids each enjoyed having their own space. We had the master bedroom, and there is no better way to wake up. Such amazing views! The house is also in the perfect location to see the beautiful sunsets. They are absolutely amazing! The owners have thought of everything when it comes to what you need, which we were very grateful for. It was nice to have beach equipment to use when needed, and the house is well stocked. They even left us a beautiful fruit basket and goodies, which was a great welcome when we arrived. Especially since we hadn’t tried a lot of the local fruits yet. We will definitely come back again if we are able. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Entire family of 12 stayed very comfortably. Pool was the best activity. Road was a bit noisy. Privacy for 4 families exceptional. Friendly gecko’s.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Accommodations!
We had a family of ten adults all stay comfortably with plenty of privacy. The location was fantastic and the house was well stocked with amenities. Definitely happy with our choice!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

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