Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview

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Your Heavenly OceanView from the cottage lanai

Sweet strawberry papayas in the garden ripening to be picked

The front of the cottage in a grove of banana trees

Read, watch TV or just relax and listen to the birds singing

Overview
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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Captain Cook, HI

Pebbles Beach
5 min drive
South Kona Beaches
7 min drive
Ho'okena Beach Park
16 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Exterior

About this property

Makalani (Heavenly View) Cottage is a delightfully romantic cottage surrounded by a tropical garden in South Kona's coffee-belt with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. For the adventurous traveler seeking authentic Hawaiian beauty and serenity, you can spend your whole vacation here gazing out over the endless ocean and its incredible sunsets. In the winter, you can spot whales breaching from your outdoor lanai or listen to them singing at night. Awaken to the music of colorful birdsong from papaya, mango and banana trees.

With a perfect year-round climate, perched at 1200 ft. above the sea on the side of Mauna Loa Volcano, Makalani Oceanview Cottage is authentic Hawai'i unspoiled by crowds and resorts. A great location that gives you many options for experiencing The Big Island's natural diversity. From your cottage you are just 4-minutes from the closest beach and 15-minutes to Ho'okena Beach State Park for sunbathing and swimming with dolphins. A 20-minute drive brings you to the famous Pu'uhonua o'Honaunau (Place of Refuge) National Historic Park and Kealakekua Bay where you can kayak to Captain Cook's monument and snorkel with an endless variety of tropical fish and sea turtles. And best of all, you're only 65-minutes from Madame Pele's live action at Volcanos National Park.

Your cottage is tastefully appointed with Indonesian teak furniture providing a romantic comfort reminiscent of Colonial British tropics. Your large open-room (studio) cottage sleeps two luxuriously with a romantic king-size canopy-bed with a memory-foam mattress fit for royalty. There is also a convertible couch-futon which can comfortably sleep two additional guests. You'll have a fully-equipped kitchen as well as dining area for four. A large outdoor lanai with barbeque gives you garden seating with a stunning ocean view. Your detached private bathroom with semi- outdoor shower will provide a refreshing Hawaiian experience with nature.

There is also a detached guestroom/meditation room available which is set in a grove of mango trees overlooking the ocean, called the 'Mango Grove Lookout'. It has a sofa-futon which can comfortably sleep one or two people. Serene and magical, this special extra-room provides daytime privacy as well as an intimate camp-like Hawaiian sleeping experience.

Managed with aloha spirit, Makalani Oceanview Cottage is the perfect vacation/retreat cottage where you'll find yourself surrounded by the natural beauty of Hawaii.
We hope your stay here will be the first of many happy vacations to South Kona and this beautiful island of Hawaii.

Keywords: Cottage/Ohana

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Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

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Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number TA-123-751-8336-01, GE-123-751-8336-01

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 cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuka State Wayside Park and Ka Lae Paakai, while Kona Coffee Living History Farm and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

Pebbles Beach - 5 min drive
South Kona Beaches - 7 min drive
Ho'okena Beach Park - 16 min drive
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 18 min drive
Captain Cook Monument - 34 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪South Kona Coffee - ‬4 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 Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Romantic S. Kona Cottage with Incredible Oceanview located?

This family-friendly Captain Cook cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ka Lae Paakai, Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Bay View Farm and Ho'okena Beach Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

16 July 2024

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

Absolutely great!

We loved staying here! The evening views were awesome and the host is very responsive and helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

22 June 2024

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

Captain Cook Home

The home overlooks the ocean and it is a comfortable elevation so it just about ideal temperatures. We enjoyed the separation from the hustle of downtown and the country feel of Captain Cook area. Property was beautiful and comfortable, host was warm and friendly. This was a great stay, we enjoyed our time here thoroughly.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

5 Mar 2024

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

Captain Cook Retreat

Many thanks to Harry for the gracious hospitality. The location was scenic, quiet and off grid but with good accommodations. On site laundry facilities and more efficient internet Wi-Fi would have been ideal. Driving 18 miles to do laundry was not in the property description when first considering the property. Overall the stay was great. Many thanks again!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Feb 2024

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

Tropical Paradise

Very private tropical location, all the amenities plus extras for borrowing while being away from the property. Drive to town takes a while but being close to town not important to us. Owner friendly and helpful with suggestions. Enjoyed the view, privacy, instant hot water for shower, and geckos :).

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana I.

30 Jan 2024

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

A perfect Hawaiian Experience

Tucked into a beautiful tropical garden is a guest cottage with a large four poster bed, a patio with ocean views, and a separate bathroom that gives you the experience of living in the jungle while having all the comforts of home. The separate ‘Mango Hut’ for additional guests is a lovely little space with great views of the ocean and Kona coast. Watch the sun set and listen to birds, frogs and the occasional rooster. All the sounds of Hawaii! Everything was perfect, Harry is a very friendly host and we enjoyed the garden tour! Will be returning on our next visit to the Big Island.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon b.

28 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful

We absolutely loved our time spent off the beaten path at the cottage. It was a good location to explore the Captain Cook area and to do things outside of Kona.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

27 Dec 2023

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

Beautiful South Kona Sunsets

Checking in was easy and we found the cottge very clean. We don't cook much beyond breakfast and snacks but the kitchen was well-equipped for any meal you might want to prepare. The property is beautifully landscaped and the view facing west makes for spectacular sunsets. The rural location is peaceful and quiet. The mattress was very comfortable, and the bedding was high-quality. Ample fluffy towels were available. Harry provides everything you might want for quality beach-adventures, so that is a great benefit. We traveled with a friend, and she loved having her own private space in the mango grove meditation room. The view from the meditation hut is even more expansive than the view from the lanai! I would say this property is perfect for 3 adults, or two adults and a couple of older kids. The property is remote, and the driveway is kind of hard to see, so I would suggest scheduling your arrival before dark, if you decide to stay here. Harry is the perfect host. He is friendly and available, but not at all intrusive. We would love to stay here again when we visit south Kona.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Dec 2023

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

a week in a jungle paradise

Harry's place exceeded our expectations! As we drove in, it looked like we were entering a botanical garden. I took dozens of photos the first evening of sunset, and the porch was the perfect place to do that. There were lovely bouquets set around the bungalow and bathroom to welcome us. We cooked in or barbecued every evening to enjoy the ambience. We enjoyed glasses of wine on the outbuilding's porch overlooking the ocean and listening to the coqui frogs and roosters. This was my first experience with a separate bathroom, shower facility but it was as comfortable as could be with modern plumbing and plenty of hot water. A couple times we got to visit with Harry and truly enjoyed his knowledge of volcanic history and other stories as he left the mainland years ago. We look forward to a future stay and hope that can be soon! Thank you, Harry, for sharing your beautiful home.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

1 Dec 2023

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

Hawaiian tropical paradise

Thanks Harry for an amazing stay in your jungle retreat. My husband and I were amazed at the truly incredible sunsets and gorgeous views outside every window. To be immersed in nature so totally was rejuvenating. Even the drive down to the cabin was absolutely stunning. Thanks for your suggestions on local beaches and use of snorkeling/beach equipment, so handy! You were an amazing host. Much Mahalo!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Alesia I.

24 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great cooperation by host

We did not complete our stay. Left early due to unforeseen conditions. Harry was kind enough to quickly refund us for the remainder of our trip

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

10 Sept 2023

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

A relaxed piece of paradise.

This is a great little cottage. We enjoyed exploring big Hawaii from this base. We drove around the entire island and this was the perfect spot to come back to. The extra flippers, cooler, beach mat and beach umbrella were perfect for day trips. Would highly recommend it.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

3 Sept 2023

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

Perfect cottage!

I could go on and on about how beautiful the location is, how great the owner is and how great the cottage is but one of my favorite features was the beach stuff provided! Coolers, chairs, umbrellas, towels, snorkel gear - all available. What a game changer! We packed charcuterie and searched out remote beaches for quiet picnics and snorkeling. Having beach gear was a huge plus!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

12 Aug 2023

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

Botanical paradise

As much fun as visiting the island was, the best part was coming “home” to Makalani Oceanview and the beautiful setting.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

25 July 2023

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

Comfortable

I must say that this was a treat to stay here. A very beautiful setting. Lots of natural beauty. The Mango hut was a perfect accommodation for our adult son....gave him space and privacy. Harry is a really helpful and welcoming host. Thanks so much.....

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth K.

28 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Lage und Pflanzen

Unterkunft zuerst etwas düster empfunden. Vögel waren überlaut, aber wir haben uns daran gewöhnt.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

22 Mar 2023

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

Just as Advertised

A great place to stay. Relaxing. Lots of extras to use: coolers, beach chairs and umbrella, lotions, bug spray, well stocked spices, etc. Good communication throughout the process. Would return in a heartbeat.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda Q.

19 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely Slice of Paradise

We enjoyed our stay. Harry, the host, was very responsive and accommodating. We loved the sounds of the frogs at night and the fresh air in our space. My daughter was a bit scared of the geckos, but we came to appreciate them because they ate the plentiful mosquitoes. My only complaint was that the space was not as clean as I expected. It was fine and acceptable, but not amazing. Overall, it was a pleasant stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

William M., Nakusp, B.C. Canada

13 Mar 2023

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

Private jungle cottage

Beautiful landscape with unobstructed ocean view. Feral pigs , asian pheasants and Hawaiian chickens were entertaining. We snorkelled almost every day in February when it was raining everywhere but Kona. Harry, the owner/host, was very helpful and accomodating.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

4 Feb 2023

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

Weekend getaway

Harry was great and the property was amazing. I have referred a coworker and a friend. The accommodations were fantastic and beautiful. We will be looking to get this place every time we return

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

20 Jan 2023

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

Beautiful and private

Wonderful experience! If you are looking for peace and quiet this is perfect. Our favorite was the outdoor shower and the view! Lots of amenities provided made our stay nice also. The book with recommendations was also very helpful!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A., Rainier, WA

18 Dec 2022

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

Tropical Oasis, but beware of mosquitoes

My husband and I stayed here for a relaxing getaway. The cottage is nestled in a lush garden that is very private with all kinds of nature sounds that will either lull you asleep or may keep you up. If the sounds keep you up, earplugs are provided. The sunsets are AMAZING and if you get up early, you may catch the full moon shining down on the ocean. The studio is laid out very nicely and is well stocked. We loved the outdoor bathroom, and there is lots of hot water. The place is very traditional Hawaiian-like, which is what we were looking for. The book of info Harry provides is great. Hookena State Park has great boogie boarding and snorkeling. Beach stuff is provided at the cottage. The only bad thing was the amount of mosquitoes which made it difficult to enjoy the outside space. If mosquitoes look at you like an all-you-can-eat buffet, stock up on replant before getting to the cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheri H.

15 Dec 2022

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

Serene & Cozy Private Tropical Paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Makalani Oceanview Cottage. The location is magical and the cottage is delightful. We especially loved the shower hut! Much care & creativity by the warm & thoughtful host Harry - fresh flower arrangements throughout, comfy furnishings, playful Indonesian art, beautiful light, lush gardens, mesmerizing views, happy sounds of nature all day. We stayed four nights which gave us one full day to simply relax at the cottage and two days to explore nearby beaches. The cottage is stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Harry provides excellent guidance on what to bring, where to shop & eat, the best beaches, and directions. Very private & sweetly romantic!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A., pacific city, oregon

17 Nov 2022

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

Awesome cottage

Lovely little cottage in lush surroundings. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return sometime soon. Harry is a delight to with, unfortunately he was away while we were there so we didn’t get to meet him. Loved the gecko's, mosquito’s not so much.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre R., Anchorage, Alaska

5 Nov 2022

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

charming, great location, privacy.

We had looked at the reviews and we had high expectations and we have been fully satisfied. The cottage consists in one big room, cleverly divided, so it almost looks like 2 rooms. Bathroom is in an adjacent small building. There is a separate additional small cottage that we did not use but we much enjoyed its deck. The view is very beautiful. Privacy is good. The rental seems to be in a wet spot of the island, we had several afternoon showers during our stay (even the center of Captain Cook, 15 miles north, looks dryer). The reward is a beautiful tropical vegetation. Some days, it has been hard to get things dry. From the cottage one has good access to the south beaches and the owner provides good information. For going north of Kona, to the Kohala beaches, going through Kona is a pain. At any rate, one has to drive for everything. There is almost no noise from the highway. Communications with the owner have been easy and pleasant. When possible, considering the rental schedule, the owner spontaneously proposes a late check out, which is very nice. We stayed 9 nights and we certainly wish to stay again at that place.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

5 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful cottage. The view was the best. It was lush, quiet and quaint. We had everything we needed

Beautiful cottage, felt like what you would want in Hawaii. Never was hot even though open air. Even the view from the shower was gorgeous. The driveway entrance was a little rough with the rental sedan bottoming out twice. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Your host

I love Hawaii and sharing it with friends and guests, especially those who appreciate the spirit and mana of the island.

Why they chose this property

To be in authentic and natural Hawaii,close to the ocean and untouched by tourists, hotels and resorts.

What makes this property unique

I love the ocean and the secluded beaches nearby with the wonderful trails leading to them. It feels like 'Old Hawaiiana'. The sounds of the birds, wildlife and whales singing at night in the winter makes you feel like you're in the great outdoors. The tropical garden and romantically furnished interior provide a unique comfort. Lots of wonderful wildlife to encounter.