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Whale's right out in front of Hale Nana Kohola!

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10465 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Gym

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Puako, HI

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area10 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach11 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course15 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)36 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

This home is beautiful, spacious, incredibly well equipped, location right on the ocean, whales sited everyday, gorgeous...

Patrick A.

Mar 14, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Media room

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Media room bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Pool Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!

Hale Nana Kohola (Whale Watch House) Located in the heart of Puako, offers a tropical retreat that showcases the best of Hawaii and is perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. Escape to the sunny Kohala Coast on the Island of Hawaii. Hawaii's perfect year-round weather allows for your endless summer. Puako is one of the sunniest spots in all Hawaii. This tropical paradise meets the blue Pacific ocean. Hale Nana Kohola frames Haleakala, Maui's highest peak directly from the gorgeous lanais across the reflective HEATED infinity swimming pool.

Hale Nana Kohola is located on one of the most unique spots in all of Hawaii!! Puako is a quiet cul-de-sac street about 3 miles long. Puako is only one of two beachfront communities on a not a through street in all of Hawaii. Puako Beach has an old Hawaiian ambiance. Our entire community is a tropical paradise with only one access. There is only a handful of true beachfront vacation rentals in Puako Beach and Hale Nana Kohola ( the whale watch house) is one of the few.

Swim in the 360° infinity edge heated pool while overlooking the gorgeous lava and coral reef a few feet away.

We offer kayaking, snorkeling and stand-up paddling just steps from the lanai. All of the equipment is provided when you stay at our luxury vacation home!

You feel thoroughly at home, and completely at your best with every imaginable amenity. Designed to inspire, its beauty and connects you with the surrounding environment.

'Hale Nana Kohola' (the Whale watch House) is over 7000 sq ft under roof of architectural masterpiece on the beach in beautiful Puako. Several lanais to lounge around on when you're not at the beach. Kayaking and snorkeling only steps away in pristine clear coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed.

Our home offers 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms with their own baths, a media room with a bath, an open living, dining and gourmet kitchen area with cathedral ceilings that opens to a huge covered lanai adjacent to the 46' 360 degree infinity pool. Each bedroom, the living and media room, each have a large flat screen TV complete with an advanced audio system. Great care was taken with the landscape, creating a beautiful palm tree oasis on the ocean side. This gorgeously designed home is topped off with a 3rd story 'whale watch' retreat that offers 360 degree view. New mattresses and luxurious bedding in all master and guest bedrooms (Oct 2023).

The swimming pool has direct access from the first floor. For children are not water safe it is recommended that they wear a life vest when in the vicinity of the pool.
Hale Nana Kohola has hosted numerous birthday, anniversary and other family reunions for the past 10 years. Our house is constantly being upgraded and is in pristine condition. The Hawaiian Polynesian design has a couple of thousand square feet of lanais for amazing indoor and outdoor living.
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Our media room is equipped with luxury chairs and a full bath for ‘overflow’ guests. There is also a Queen Murphy bed in the media room, which converts to the fifth bedroom.

Great care has been taken with the landscape of our beach house vacation rental, creating a beautiful Hawaiian oasis including a hammock stretched between two palms ocean side. This home is one of the few in Puako with a sandy beach right in front complete with the protected ‘lava reef pools’ for your little ones. The ancient Hawaiians have named one of the pools in front of Hale Nana Kohola the “Queens Bath”.

This gorgeously designed luxury vacation rental home is topped off with a 3rd story “whale watch” retreat that offers 360-degree views across the land and ocean from the sunrise over Mauna Kea to the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. One of the rituals at Hale Nana Kohola is watching the sunset from the chairs on the beach. And amazing sunsets they are!

Enjoy the coral reefs where Humpback whales come to breed and give birth, from December to April. The sea turtles reside year round.

This property is compliant with Hawaii State Legislation (HB2078) for vacation rental accommodation Hawaii Tax TA-003-387-3920-01 And general excise tax GE-179-640-8832-01, and STVR-19-368809
On Island Caretaker Nathalie Whitfield

Property manager

Michele Brown

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

The Home of the Hula Moon seen from the ocean at sunset. Aloha!

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

4 kids maximum

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am, during which time the noise shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. Must sign rentalagreement

Sound that is audible beyond the property boudaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than associated with a residential area.

Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area. Home shall not be used for commercial purposes.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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 TA-003-387-3920-01, GE-179-640-8832-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Puako

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.

View more Holiday homes in Puako

Puako, HI

What's nearby

Puako Beach - 13 min walk
Waialea Beach - 5 min drive
Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 10 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach - 11 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lagoon Grill - ‬17 min drive
‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬11 min drive
‪Island Hopper Taproom - ‬13 min drive
‪Tommy Bahamas Tropical Cafe - ‬13 min drive
‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! have a pool?

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

Is PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PUAKO BEACH ON THE SAND! Infinity POOL and Feel of Old Hawaii! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Puako Bay and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

amelia W.

25 Apr 2024

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

Glorious 90th birthday party!

Six women - grandmother, 2 daughters. three 30-something granddaughters spent a week in this spacious open-to- the-world house. Walk out from first floor bedroom onto deck of infinity pool, edge often lined with colorful birds drinking and bathing. Better still, down 8 steps, across a patch of grass onto beach and into the sea, home to local turtles. No problem here for 90 year old with bad knees. Four big bedrooms, tv room makes adequate bedroom for kids or adult who wants to be outside all day anyway. House front opens almost completely to the ocean and we never closed those big shutters, night nor day in mid April. Owners keep bugs away for the most part by spraying when we weren't there. Current concierge Nathalie a gem of helpfulness. We splurged extra on chef Rio for 4 nights of sunset drinks on beach and candlelit dinners on porch. Could we nit-pick things like a deck too hot to navigate without shoes? We weren't looking for 5 star elegance; we wanted and GOT a 5 star experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

17 Apr 2024

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

Still fantastic with new owners

This was our fourth visit to the house and first time with the new owners. We were glad to see all the old charms remain and everything has been kept in good condition. The yard felt more open and spacious with some of the foliage trimmed back, so our boys were able to enjoy a lot of soccer and frisbee. The well-stocked kitchen is huge and was able to accommodate all our cooking. We always talk about taking excursions on the Big Island, but once we're there, the house is so wonderful, we never want to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A., Lake Forest

14 Mar 2024

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

Great home and location

This home is beautiful, spacious, incredibly well equipped, location right on the ocean, whales sited everyday, gorgeous sunsets. Not sure the home could be better.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

25 Nov 2023

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

Perfect Thanksgiving Vacation

Our entire family enjoyed the house, pool, beach and yard. Lots of lounging space and water toys to entertain young and old. The large and well equipped kitchen made cooking easy and family friendly. We would definitely like to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Nov 2023

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

Great time

The entire family had an awesome time. Location was amazing. Being able to walk out to your own beach ws the best. It iwas a great spot to have out family photos done. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

16 Oct 2023

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

Anniversary Family vacation

Beautiful property with stunning views. A perfect home for large families to gather and make memories. Just beautiful!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

21 Sept 2023

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

Truly and amazing place

The property was just amazing. It exceeded expectations. The privacy of the property was perfect for our family of 10. Allowed for us to swim whenever we wanted, enjoy the sunsets from the beach, and lots of family dinners at the outdoor dining area. Highly recommend

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

22 July 2023

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

Family retreat in paradise

Pictures do not do this stunning house and location justice. The Jenny House does not disappoint. This is my 3rd visit and I really hope it won’t be the last. To arrive is to instantly relax and feel the Aloha spirit move you. Thanks for a truly restorative and fun filled week.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

25 June 2023

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

Nice Property

Some distance from the main city and shopping. The beach was somewhat rocky with not a very good place to swim. The bed in the master bedroom needs to be replaced. The bed slops down to a point where you almost fall off. Also, I woke up was a sore back every morning. The house is perfect for a large family, particularly with children.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth v.

18 May 2023

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

Not a great rental

You can not swim in the ocean as the beach is full of rocks and reef. The house has poor lighting, the cook top is antiquated. The TV’s need 3 remotes to operate so it is very difficult to turn on and see cable and or Apple TV. There is no central air. The sink in the powder room is broken. There are ants everywhere.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

14 Nov 2022

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

Absolutely amazing

From the minute we booked our stay to the minute we left, the communication between Owner and concierge was amazing and instant replies. We were greeted at the home when we arrived by Nikki and she took care of all our needs plus 24/7 for emergencies which thankfully there were none. The house was totally stocked with plenty of glasses, dishes, silverware, pots and pans, all essentials, plus anything thing for outdoor play. The website is totally correct on the toys they have for you. Instructions on how to use everything were all very easy to follow. The views from every room in the house are all amazing. We hope to come back someday in the near future

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

matthew s., Canada

16 Oct 2022

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

What a place!

This is by far the best house we have ever stayed at while on vacation. It was worth every penny! Great snorkelling out front with plenty of fish and turtles to see. The house and pool were amazing. We will Forsure be back.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christer P.

29 Aug 2022

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

Family fun for 10 days

Stayed for 10 days with the family. 2 adults and 5 children in ages from 4-17. Everyone enjoyed the place tremendously. What a wonderful place!!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elma V.

29 July 2022

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

High-end Hawaii

This fabulous property was all we’d dreamt of and hoped for. The home was beautifully appointed and nothing was overlooked. The only downside was that the televisions were very complicated to operate and the instructions for each was different.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie L., Belleair, FL

15 June 2022

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

Perfect vacation

Property was as described. Spacious. Beautiful. Great location - out of the busy tourist area, but conveniently located. Stocked with water toys and kitchen supplies. Nathalie the manager was responsive and incredibly helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaye D.

27 Apr 2022

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

Truly wonderful property

One always hopes the house is as good as portrayed in the photos, and this one did not disappoint! Incredible architecture, layout and views. Wonderful outdoor living spaces, and a perfectly maintained yard. Great kitchen - we cooked in every night. Our family ranges from age 2 to 84 and everyone was comfortable and happy. To be right on the water is always a special treat, and the sunsets were spectacular.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

14 Apr 2022

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

Perfect in so many ways.

The property was beautiful with nice large comfortable bedrooms, a well stocked kitchen and a great family room. The grill, lanai and pool areas were beautiful and looked out over the bay, Would rent again tomorrow if I had the time:)

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

3 Mar 2022

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

Paradise on Puako!

We could not have been more pleased with our stay at Hale Nana Koholo! This home exceeded our every expectation which was an incredible fete given the amazing images and write ups provided before our stay. Every aspect of our experience was simply perfect. The property manager, Nathalie was very responsive and helpful in all of our pre-arrival planning and questions. The home is, of course, spectacular in every measure. What is not captured in the online information is how superbly appointed the home is. Every detail from decor/furniture/sound system/bikes/activities and of course the furnishings of the outstanding kitchen were impeccable. Other than what we needed to wear and wanted to cook was provided. LOOK NO FURTHER if you are looking for an amazing home on gorgeous beach on Hawai'i!

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy r., Lake Oswego Oregon

6 Jan 2022

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

Heaven in Puako

Spent an amazing week in Puako at this beautiful home! Everything you would ever need is all under one roof. The neighborhood is quiet and a great area to walk. The beach out back offers wonderful views and opportunities to explore the ocean! The house itself is comfortable, spacious and fully equipped with all the comforts of home! We can’t wait to stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

30 Dec 2021

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

Puako Paradise

Fantastic, all the way around. Communication, property manager, description of property, kitchen ready for family gathering, comfortable bedrooms, fresh ocean breeze and incredible views. Turtles, dolphins, sea cucumbers, whales, craba….something different everyday!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

doug k.

28 Nov 2021

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

Beyond Extraordinary

Spectacular home, grounds and setting. Superbly managed by friendly, professional staff. Gracious hosts. Completely stocked. Kayaks, stand-up boards, snorkeling gear, bicycles and more -- all in excellent condition. The entire family agreed: best place we have ever stayed.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

1 Nov 2021

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

Fabulous oceanfront home

We had a fantastic time at this gorgeous home in an amazing setting. The house has a well equipped huge kitchen and wonderful outdoor cooking & dining area. We were disappointed that It was too windy to use the kayaks and SUPs (high trade winds were present during our stay).

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

29 Oct 2021

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

Amazing Hawaiian vacation

Amazing Hawaiian vacation.. We stayed at this house for seven days. The house has absolutely everything you could possibly want. The design the layout attention to detail and location are simply amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph A.

10 Sept 2021

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

Paradise

Amazing

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

bert c.

20 Aug 2021

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

Going back for sure

Great , rent if you can way better then any hotel

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Michele Brown

Gordon and Michele Brown have been married for almost 20 years and share a deep love and affinity for the Big Island of Hawaii. Gordon is a successful businessman in the commercial real estate field, and Michele is an author and writer. They both enjoy nature and the outdoors, traveling, adventure, and quality time with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

When we bought this beautiful home from the couple that built it, we felt as if we'd come home! The spectacular beach front location reminds us of old Hawaii. The area is serene, peaceful, relaxing, and enjoyable. Sea turtles are commonly seen and whale season is extraordinary! The community is friendly and close knit, with deep respect for Puako. We're very fortunate to be able to share the treasured experience of being here with others.

What makes this property unique

No need to make arrangements and rent kayaks, stand up paddle boards, swimming gear, beach chairs, and other nominally not supplied amenities. Hale Nana Kohola supplies this necessary equipment for your pleasure during your stay. There are also many amenities in the house such as bicycle cruisers and of course high-speed Wi-Fi. Watch some free movies and enjoy the Sonos sound system to play your favorite music too . Our swimming pool is a heated saltwater pool which normally does not irritate your eyes like chlorinated pools. There is also an elliptical machine and a few free weights located on the upper floor so you can workout with an incredible ocean view!