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Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage

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Ready to unwind?
The ocean is calling your name

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Puako Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

2 Single Beds

Ohana (Guest Cottage)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage

Your oceanfront authentic Hawaii vacation destination awaits you! The Reef House is a perfect place to get away from it all. With breathtaking views, a paradise of snorkeling at your back door and a lush tropical yard to relax in and soak it all in. Ideally located, this charming cottage sits right on the water in the laid back village of Puako. With breathtaking sunsets, easy access to the turquoise blue waters and swaying palm trees in the ocean breeze.

This property can be rented as a 2 bedroom/2 bath that sleeps 4 adults and 2 children. OR (discounts offered) for smaller groups, you can have just the 1b/1b oceanfront cottage that sleeps 2 adults, with room for 2 children on the punee (daybeds) in the spacious living room.

The charming Cottage has a queen bed with quality linens, where you will be lulled to sleep by the sounds of the ocean. There is a full kitchen well-equipped with everything you need to cook from home. A spacious living room with comfortable furnishings and an oceanfront dining room with seating for 6 on the antique Hawaiian koa wood dining table. The bathroom offers an adjacent outdoor shower for the unique Puako style experience.

A separate 1b/1b Ohana unit allows for 2 more adults. The Ohana offers a king bed that faces the ocean with an attached bathroom and outdoor shower. Sip your coffee from the outdoor dining table while enjoying the expansive ocean view framed by palm trees. The water will invite you to jump in for a morning dip with the turtles and fish or stroll along the shoreline to explore the sandy/lava rock tidal pools.

Puako is a historic little oceanside community situated on the Kohala Coast between all the island's most popular white sand beaches and world class resorts. Hapuna Beach (one of the top rate white sand beaches in the world) is just a 5 minute drive away. Excellent shopping and dining are all within a 10 minute drive from the house.

You can take a short walk to the Puako General Store to get snacks and refreshments or cruise along the drive to the popular surf spot (in the Winter months) at the end of the road. Puako is a slow paced, friendly neighborhood perfect for families with kids and those seeking a casual experience with a hint of old Hawaii.

The owners spend part of the year (generally between January-April) in the upstairs portion of the Ohana unit. They are a quiet, friendly couple that are available for quests questions and needs. However when they are there, they will respect your privacy and you will still have complete access to the outdoor areas of the property.

Transient Accommodations# TA 024-373-4528-01

Property manager

Leilani Olson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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-024-373-4528-01, GE-024-373-4528-01, 3690030090000

About the area

Puako

Located in Kamuela, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride are also worth visiting. Kayaking, snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Waialea Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 13 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pueo's Osteria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahamas Tropical Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Oceanfront Puako Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Puako Bay, Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

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

Waterfront Soul

We stayed for one week in this soulful bungalow, birds singing us awake, whales breaching off shore, turtles basking on the reef below, waves lulling us to sleep, and us loving every blessed moment. What a magical place!!! Thank you to all those before who have loved this reef local and special home! And thank you for sharing all of it with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan W., EUGENE

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

Beautiful location.

Fantastic old Hawaiian cottage right on the water. Walked to the Puako general store. Good spot for snorkeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avis N.

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

Great location

It was very special d/t our mother is 90 yrs old & loves Puako. She was unable to fish but Totally enjoyed her stay! It helped us relive happy times & was a new & awesome experience for our 7 yo grandson!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Great location to get away

Process was easy. The outside seating areas worked for breakfast/lunches looking at the water. Great spot to get away from things. Location was clean and easy for family but did have to watch with many gnats in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B., Pinole, CA

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

Nice snorkeling

Check in was straightforward. Cottage was clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leilani Olson

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Leilani is born and raised here on Hawaii Island. She grew up in Puako and began managing vacation rentals alongside her mother “AlohaDebbie” from a young age. She has been a licenses Realtor here in Hawaii since 2005 and a Broker since 2015 when she opened Leilani Properties LLC®. From sales to property management, she has the knowledge and background to operate at high level of competency with integrity. She handles just a handful of boutique properties on the island, where she is available to give her guests and clients excellent service with Aloha.

Languages:

English

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