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Luxury And Aloha Await You! Relaxation, Great Snorkeling, Large Unit

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 466 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Captain Cook, HI
  • Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary
    4 min drive
  • Bay View Farm
    6 min drive
  • Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
    6 min drive
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    40 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury And Aloha Await You! Relaxation, Great Snorkeling, Large Unit

South Kona Hideaway is near some of the best snorkeling Hawaii has to offer. We are situated between Honaunau (Place of Refuge) and Kealakekua Bay at an elevation of 900 ft. Your beautifully decorated suite has a living room with a queen sofa bed, large flat screen television with cable. Your living room opens onto a large lanai, where you can relax. Your spacious kitchen has a sink, microwave, toaster, full-sized refrigerator/freezer, and dining table. There is a small camp oven/stove and barbecue outside of this unit which is shared with the other guests. The bedroom has a king sized Sleep Number bed for your comfort, and private bath with shower.

We are easy to find, located approximately 45 minutes South of the airport, 30 minutes South of Kailua-Kona (town), and 20 minutes South of Keauhou. The volcano is approximately a two hour scenic drive. Your suite has dedicated parking, and a private entrance.

TA/GET 124-256-8704-01

We only have two suites, and we live on site. Don't know what to see? We can give you some recommendations.

No children under the age of 7.

Aloha and luxury await you! Welcome home to South Kona Hideaway!
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary. The vacation home offers a kitchen and a lanai.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a lanai
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary and 6 minutes from Bay View Farm
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Tina Snapp and Keri Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Freezer
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Can smoke on grounds away from the building.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 715 sq ft (66 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 7

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Over age 7 and well behaved.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: If both units booked.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number TA-124-256-8704-01, GE-124-256-8404-01

Property is also known as

Luxury Aloha Await You Relaxation Great Snorkeling Large Unit
Luxury Aloha Await You Relaxation Great Snorkeling Large Unit
Luxury Aloha Await You! Relaxation Great Snorkeling Large Unit
Luxury Aloha Await You! Relaxation Great Snorkeling Large Unit
Luxury Aloha Await You! Relaxation Great Snorkeling Large Unit

Luxury And Aloha Await You! Relaxation, Great Snorkeling, Large Unit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernadine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return visit to Paradise!
Tina and Kerri are wonderful hosts. It’s like returning to see old friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, large, beautiful view, kind hosts
This is our second time in Big Island. We knew we want to stay around Captain Cook area because we like to snorkel. We didn’t expect being greeted with the most delicious banana muffins. In addition, Keri and Tina generously share their fruits and eggs from the garden. The animals were all so cute and welcoming (yes including the geckos) - part of the package😊. We had two teen boys with us and the unit are big enough for all of us doing our school and work (at times) at separate spaces. Gratefully yours, CKMW
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Kona
We had a great stay. Tina and Kerriwere wonderful hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
Lovely place, very hospitable hosts surprising us with home baked goods and lovely fresh fruit and eggs everyday. The whole experience here was impressive. We’ve stayed at many VRBO’s and can’t say enough about this place 😊
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & Relaxing
The grounds are gorgeous and very well maintained. Tina & Keri are accommodating, giving and caring of all people, animals and their community. The units are very clean, well stocked and the beds and linens were more comfortable than most! We will definitely return to the Hideaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place to stay
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay on the Big Island. Appreciated all the thoughtful things you did, like leaving fresh fruit and delicious homemade muffins for our arrival! What a treat to taste the hand-picked fresh fruits grown on your property. It really made us feel welcome, especially with the late arrival and being pretty hungry after the trip. Nothing like a fresh taste of the island and the sound of the frogs outside, to let you know you've arrived! Plus, great directions, so we were able to find you even in the dark - also love the little lights outside guiding us to your place every time. Your suggestions for where we could find things and looking into the Manta Ray booking on our behalf, really saved us time and made our holiday so much more enjoyable. Loved the binder that you put together with restaurant and beach suggestions. Thank you for being great hosts and making our visit fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JACK R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain Cook
Awesome location, accommodations, and hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessi K., California, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and hosts
Second time staying here and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time. Great hosts!! Plenty of space, great view, cooler weather being uphill a ways from the water. A really nice place to get away and relax. Plus it's just a short drive to great snorkeling.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taletha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and sweet property
My family of four stayed here for ten days in June 2023. We had a great time all around and enjoyed this space immensely. Tina and Keri are gracious hosts, and we appreciated the homey feel of the place. The property information on the listing is accurate and there were no surprises. I recommend spot if you are looking for simplicity, a laid back feel and excellent proximity to many fun things to do! Fresh fruit, yummy muffins and fresh eggs are an appreciated touch as well!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., Aptos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian Paradise
Such a sweet spot in South Kona. The property embodies the natural wildness and beauty of the Island. Tina & Kari are excellent, experienced hosts. The added touches of baked goodies, coffee and fruit embody the spirit of aloha. Accommodations are very comfortable and well appointed. Feeling relaxed and rejuvenated from our stay at the Hideaway. --Mahalo Nui Loa
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honored guests
We going coming back! The home was clean and comfortable with all kinds of amenities. We lacked for nothing—beach chairs, mats, towels, snorkeling gear, coolers. Tina and Keri made us feel like honored guests. They shared their farm fresh eggs, papayas, fresh roasted Kona coffee from their property, and other homegrown fruit. It’s true what others said about the amazing warm homemade muffins and generous fruit platter greeting.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat property
After reading several reviews for this property, my bar was set pretty high. However, it lived up to every expectation. We arrived very late at night to delicious home baked muffins, a lovely fresh fruit tray, fresh orange juice and Kona coffee beans. Every morning we feasted on fresh fruit and eggs from the property. In the house was a comprehensive binder that told us everything about the house and the surrounding area including best beaches, snorkeling locations, places to eat. Tina and Keri were very lovely, generous and gracious hosts. They were there to answer any questions we had and gave us lots of great advice. It was the perfect getaway place for my husband and I.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our South Kona Hideaway experience. The spacious lanai offered a fabulous view. No traffic sounds - only birds and nighttime coqui frogs. The Lanai unit was clean, well equipped and roomy. I enjoyed preparing meals at the outdoor kitchen! So great! The muffins, fresh fruit on arrival and fresh chicken eggs were a bonus. As were the resident kitties - we miss Ditto! Also, we were grateful for all the beach/snorkeling equipment that was available for use. Nothing was lacking! Thank you, Tina, for being an attentive hostess and for being around to answer our questions and to enquire about our day’s activities.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
We had a great time!! Tina was an awesome host we so enjoyed our stay!!! Hope to make it back there again !!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Tina and Keri were fabulous hosts! From the welcoming warm muffins to the fresh fruits and eggs, they were generous and kind. The evening view from the deck can’t be beat! The facility had everything we needed, was clean, and comfortable. The ladies gave us many helpful suggestions as far as activities and dining. It felt like we were leaving good friends when we left. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles T., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Retreat - South Kona
South Kona Hideaway is truly a paradise retreat. From the start, we were greeted with the most delicious homemade muffins and a fruit plate picked fresh from the surrounding garden. The lanai apartment was spacious, bright, and thoughtfully filled with amenities. Our hosts truly made us feel the Ohana spirit. It was here that we could lounge on the deck, facing the ocean sunset, and not regret skipping a day of tourist sites. Situated in the Captain Cook coffee coast region, it’s close enough to the town attractions & beaches, and far enough to embrace the quiet and friendly neighborhood. And as much as we want to keep this gem our secret, we can’t help but rave about our stay and how much we look forward to returning.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful first week of our honeymoon - perfect!
We had such an amazing time staying at South Kona Hideaway - it really was the perfect first week of our honeymoon! Very clean and well set up, super comfy bed, everything you could need. Peaceful with the most stunning sunsets to enjoy on the balcony, and then as the sun goes down the frog chorus begins - wonderful! Tina was the perfect host, her homemade muffins were to die for and the tropical fruit platter, freshly squeezed orange juice and coffee beans all from the farm were such a treat. Tina was so helpful with top tips on things to do - we did everything and loved exploring the area. We really did have the most brilliant time and would love to come back one day! I would highly recommend this property. Thank you so much for welcoming us and looking after us so well. Mahalo.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet area. Beautiful views off the Lanais
Host was great, all was extremely satisfying.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing vacation in South Kona
Tina was an amazing host and we really enjoyed our stay. Like other reviewers have pointed out, Tina provides delicious muffins, coffee, eggs, and fresh fruit from the property. The unit was clean and check in was easy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
The most wonderful hosts greeted us with open arms, fresh fruit from the property and homemade muffins. The view from the deck is absolutely breathtaking, looks like it’s straight out of a movie 5/5 would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic and Soooo Friendly
The South Kona Hideaway property is perfect for easygoing travelers! It is priced appropriately and is the opposite of a luxury resort - and that's a good thing. You feel like an old friend visiting the locals. Tina and Keri are both incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. At the end of most days, we told them about our activities and they helped us plan the next day's adventures. All of the extra touches mentioned by other reviewers are true. This includes the homemade muffins awaiting your arrival (the chocolate chip ones are divine), all the snorkeling equipment you need, fresh eggs from their chickens (who we liked to feed our leftover lettuce), fresh avocados and other local produce (including site-grown Kona coffee), their friendly cats Ditto and Lester (who can be avoided if you're not a cat person), the dazzling sunsets from the back lanai, the comfortable sleep number beds and the effective bedroom air conditioner. We also enjoyed their recommendations regarding snorkeling locations and the great local restaurants (including Black Rock Pizza, Teshimas, Shaka Tacoz and Kaaloa's Super J's). The property fits the Big Island laid back vibe perfectly!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property Even Better Hosts
What a great place to get away from it all and taste that Aloha spirit! This place is immaculately maintained with a bunch of little extras thrown in. Tina and Keri never slow down and they bring that tireless work ethic to the way they take care of their guests.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delores (Dee) F., Oakland, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic and Delightful
One of the many reasons we like The Big Island is the diversity of landscape, climate, and accommodations. We like cooler weather, some rainy afternoons, authentic landscapes (read "non-resort") and kind, down-to-earth people. South Kona Hideaway offered all these, with many extra delights. Tina and Keri were caring, helpful, and generous hosts - sharing their farm's bounty of fruit, extraordinary estate-grown (theirs) coffee. The warm-muffin greeting was delicious and so appreciated after a very long day of travel. The outside camp stove/oven worked just fine, with all the various cookware we needed for (their chicken's') eggs-over-easy, grilled salmon, and pizza. The lanai was perfect for our yoga practice; some of it covered for shade and rain-protection. The location is a fairly quick drive to Kona. Staying very near Captain Cook, is -- for our taste -- ideal. Mahalo, Tina and Keri!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in Paradise
How do you put into words everything this incredible place has been to my husband and I throughout our three week stay? We have been to Big Island many times but this was our first VRBO stay. The setting is breathtaking, as are the sunsets, lush tropical flowers in abundance. The extremely clean accommodation is roomy and equipped with everything one needs, and then some. The hosts even provide loaners of everything one needs for the beach and snorkelling. The king sized sleep number bed gave us such comfortable sleeps at the end of our adventurous days, However, what took our experience to another level was our friendly, kind and fun hosts, Tina snd Keri. And yes, as we’d read in many other reviews, those muffins were divine….waiting to greet us upon our arrival, as well as a beautiful tropical fruit plate….oh, and fresh coffee beans, right from their property! The resident hens were so kind as to regularly provide us with fresh eggs! Though we are more “dog people” we fell completely in love with their cat, Ditto. We will leave here today with a lump in our throat as this place, and it’s hosts, have touched our hearts, but filled with such amazing memories. Mahalo Tina and Keri for providing us such a special experience. We can’t wait to return, and to stay with you on our next trip. Ginny & Scott
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place
Off the bustle of condo and hotel land, it was perfect for us. Dark sky night viewing without the drive, fresh chicken eggs, resident cats and a symphony of coqui frogs to sleep by. We were snorkeling rats everyday and location was perfect, short drive to beaches. Dreaming of when we can go again. Tina and Keri are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022