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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary
    14 min walk
  • Bay View Farm
    5 min drive
  • Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
    5 min drive
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    41 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.

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

If you are adventurous and free spirited, but still require all the amenities a luxury rental home has to offer then Pu`uhonua ('Place of Refuge') is the place for you. Experience tropical Hawaii at it’s finest in this unique pole house nestled just above Kealakekua Bay ('Pathway of the Gods') in Captain Cook, Hawaii. At this elevation you will enjoy the perfect climate and sweeping 180+ degree views of the ocean, Mauna Loa and Kealakekua Bay, in a quiet and comfortable setting.
Convenient location, just a moment away from the town of Captain Cook, with all of its amenities including one of the islands best grocery stores, fantastic restaurants, local shops and a wonderful farmers market.

Watch breathtaking sunsets from the spacious upper lanai that wraps around the house. Just 20 miles south of Kailua-Kona Airport, Pu`uhonua House is minutes from an array of activities including horseback riding, hiking, tennis, diving, dolphin and seasonal whale watching. Rent kayaks and kayak across the majestic Kealakekua Bay, swim with spinner dolphins and snorkel one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets, the Captain Cook monument.

Enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and flora grown on the property such as bananas, papayas, lemons, avocados, breadfruit, macadamia, coffee and mangos. We are close to some of south Kona’s finest beaches and minutes from great swimming, snorkeling and child safe beaches like Hookena, Manini, Keei, and Kealakekua Bay.

Pu`uhonua House (Place of Refuge House) was built in 1988 by a physicist and his wife. As a former sailor he and his wife had traveled to many parts of the world, before they chose this spot to build their dream home where they would eventually retire. Being a physicist he was intrigued by the simplicity and structural durability a pole house has to offer. Supported by nine thirty foot tall cedar poles imported from Washington state, this house unlike traditionally constructed homes, has a more open floor plan allowing for more glass. The main living level perimeter is nearly all glass/view. You feel as though you are part of your beautiful surroundings. All of the structural and finish components of the house were all hand crafted on site. The property is a one acre private parcel located in the McCoy Plantation subdivision, once a coffee plantation. Much of the property is still rich with coffee plants and certain times of the year the air is thick with the sweet scent of the blossom. If you like peace and tranquility then you will enjoy this piece of paradise.

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Hosted property.

Keywords: House
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 3 bathrooms.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • 14 minutes by foot from Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary and a 5-minute drive from Bay View Farm
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Bruce Paoli

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please contact us for details.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact for details
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
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
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 GE-152-959-5904-01, TA-152-959-5904-01

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meranda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piyali M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle Retreat
One-of-a-kind home. More wildlife than people here which is how we prefer it. It had all the luxuries we needed (great kitchen and laundry). Choicemart and eggs close by. Great water pressure in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in South Kona
We (7 adults ages 37 to 64) all loved this property and wouldn’t hesitant to book again in the future. The views from the main living area and lanai are awesome. The owner is easily accessible and responsive via text or phone call. There are lots of geckos that will be hanging around (mostly outside, occasionally inside), but they’re cute and don’t bother you at all. The coqui frogs will be serenading you in the evenings. You won’t find a nicer vacation rental in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
We loved our stay. Fantastic views, beautiful architecture, lots of space and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Hawaii
Roomy and beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The jungle house
Beautiful yard, flowers and foliage. The driveway is a bit steep but can be accomplished. The house was clean minus ants in one bedroom, which was addressed quickly by the home owner. Nice to have full sized washer and dryer. Bathrooms were dated but clean. Plenty of service ware and dishes in the kitchen. It was nice to have a few condiments stocked in the frig. We took advantage of the good sized coolers available. Trash cans and recycle cans were clearly labeled. The nosy and cute green salamanders were everywhere, outside and waiting for us to leave to gain entry to the house. The frogs are LOUD but sleeping with earplugs made them nonexistent. Note: there is NO air conditioning. While the daytime is hot and humid, nights have a cool breeze. There are fans available for each bedroom. We enjoyed our time at the house. The views of the ocean and sunsets are beautiful!! If you are NOT a lover of nature or salamanders, this lovely open-air home may not be for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible View
Three generations of our family spent 4 relaxing nights at the house. The views from the main floor are incredible. My college-age son loved relaxing and reading in the hammock on the porch. If you are looking for a delicious breakfast out during your stay, do not miss the nearby Coffee Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Won L., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
We spent wonderful time at the house in mid August 2023. The view was spectacular and the weather is quite pleasant in that part of island. The sound of frogs singing at night is something unique in the area. I recorded the sound and listen to it when I go to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Tree House
This tree house was amazing! It was a joy to listen to the birds, frogs and admire the geckos. The view was wonderful with the house being clean and well stocked. There was even aloe available for our sunburns. Many beach items are available to use while at the home. The teenage boys in our group enjoyed the loft. I feel the the photos of home are accurate. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable views
Fantastic property with unbelievable views of sunset every evening. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Becka D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views But Not Luxury
There is no denying that the views from this house are stunning. If our only time spent on the property was on the top floor, it would have been perfect. However, the bedrooms leave so much to be desired. Nature noises are to be expected, but when you can hear every word of a conversation a floor above you, it's impossible to get a good night's sleep. In addition, the 'primary' bedroom barely has a screen door to keep shut, and has a shed for a bathroom -- tin roof at all. The gaps in the walls are too large to call cracks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and tropical
Such an amazing place. Absolutely special! Clean and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Smooth process and it was all it was advertised for
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kellie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Treehouse with a View
Our stay in Captain Cook was one we will not forget. The home was incredible and an absolute dream for my kids. They loved the “treehouse” feel and the upstairs loft. Even though there were plenty of bedrooms, they all chose to sleep up there. The floor plan of this home is a little confusing compared to what you see in the pictures. The main bedroom with an on suite is in a separate area from the rest of the home. It has a detached entrance. It is also two stories down from the kitchen and living space. The main entrance has stairs leading up to a floor that houses three bedrooms, the laundry room and a bathroom. You must go up another flight of stairs to get to the living room and kitchen. This wouldn’t have been an issue but I had my 75 year old in laws with me and my mother in law is blind. The stairs were very difficult for them. I had asked the host if there was a bedroom on the floor with the kitchen and I think there must have been a miscommunication because I was told there was. The only bedroom accessing the kitchen was the loft. This was not an option for my in-laws. The driveway is also very steep and would be nearly impossible for a car without four wheel drive to get up. Lastly, don’t forget your shampoo. The home had some body wash, but no shampoo or conditioner. All in all, it was an amazing experience. Views from every angle, a responsive host, and the home was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like we stayed in a tree house
While it had its quirks, we enjoyed our stay here. We all had enough space and bathrooms. The view was amazing. My 5-year old loved sleeping in the loft. There were many good restaurants nearby, but all on a cliff, so parking at them was a challenge. We enjoyed having the pack-n-play available, as well as beach towels/chairs/toys. We had to be careful around the lanai railings, especially the bottom gap with our toddler. The steep driveway was shared with other people coming and going throughout the day. The ceiling in the bottom bedroom was too low for some of our party, but they stayed in another room. The host was available whenever needed and provided recommendations during our stay, as well as instructions for the house. The host scheduled a contractor to install tile at the entrance while we were there, but was able to largely work around our schedule, so we hardly noticed that they were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Charlotte, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique
This house is truly different with the custom wood everything. With all of the doors open on the main level we felt like we were part of the landscape with great views to the ocean and surroundings with beautiful full breezes. The kitchen was well appointed and the bedrooms adequate for our needs. The local wildlife (frogs, I guess) made for a unique serenade to go to sleep--don't know if this is a seasonal thing or not, but it was like sleeping outside--again unique! The property manager, Bruce, checked in multiple times to be sure we were all set and was responsive to our inquiries. Local food and grocery are very close by. Our group of seven siblings/spouses would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M., Wichita Falls, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property with Gorgeous Views
Truly enjoyed our stay here. We had 11 family members that flew in from Alaska, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Idaho, and Texas. The upper lanai and views are unrivaled. It's truly one of those places that you can sit and enjoy for hours. It's peaceful and delightfully breezy. No complaints whatsoever. Thank you for providing us with a wonderful location for our family to enjoy all that the Big Island offers.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, Close In, Convenient Location. A Tropical Paradise. What a View!
Been to the Big Island four times, Captain Cook is our favorite. This is the nicest house we have stayed in, by far. Close to the beaches, restaurants, groceries, wonderful Sunday farmer's market. Host has provided a comfortable clean unique gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon W., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Visit
Beautiful location, lovely architecture, very peaceful. We enjoyed our stay during the holiday. The loft was perfect for our teens. Furnishings and decor is ready to be updated but still very comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for a family gathering
Beautiful place and stay. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Paradise
This was a unique, beautiful home in a great location! Truly an island paradise! The owner was very kind, responsive, and helpful. The property manager was attentive and quick to respond. We HIGHLY recommend this location and plan to return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celeste N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Tree House
This is a beautiful home that is like a magical tree house. We had a lovely stay. A few notes: 1. Transportation: you will need a rental vehicle. The driveway is steep, but easy to get used to. Google maps will lead you easily. 2. Location: Beautiful hillside location with beautiful views of the jungle and ocean (in the distance). Beware, the Coquee frogs make a lot of noise at night. I used earplugs and the fan at full blast and was able to ignore the noise pretty well. 3. Accessibility: There are three sets of stairs from the entrance to the living areas. If you have elderly or disabled people in your party, this house will be difficult for them. My elderly father found the amount of stairs to be difficult. The rest of my family party had no issues. 4. Beds: comfortable enough for a vacation home. Bedrooms were definitely not soundproof (could hear every word said in the adjoining bedrooms and the one underneath). 5. Kitchen: kitchen basics were available. The outdoor grill did not work. Hesitated to contact host because we didn’t want to bother him further. 6. House information: Don’t rely on the information sent to you via email from vacasa. For example, the Wi-Fi info emailed to me was incorrect. After contacting the host, we were told to read the binder of info located in the living room. Definitely felt a bit shamed by his response. . . Not a good feeling . . . And a bit frustrating. FYI: checkout time is 10:00. This info is not in the binder ( after above experience, read the binder in full multiple times) and was only relayed to us on the morning of departure. Maybe I missed the memo elsewhere, but didn’t think I could trust the vacasa emails . . . Overall, we had a lovely visit to this home. It was everything we expected it to be (with above caveats).
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Escape!
What a place! This meticulously constructed home was a unique wonder that helped make our 3 generation family vacation so memorable. Gorgeous lush views of hills and coast via walls of glass / screen sliders and wrap-around lanais, ample space and comfortable beds, plus numerous upgrades that maintain the character of this beautiful home. Private yet convenient location about a 15 minute drive to nearby snorkeling spots and beaches, close to grocery and restaurants/ take out. We enjoyed our stay away from the busier Kona and resort communities to the north but still drove to some of the amazing beaches there. Owner was easy to work with and very responsive. Of note, many tree frogs begin singing at dusk until early morning. You are amidst the wildlife! Also, this property has 3 levels, the lowest with one bedroom / add-on bath located within the main house but opposite the main entrance via porch access. A neighbor shared driveway access, which is steep but manageable. We felt very safe. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., Tucson, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views of paradise
We had a fantastic stay at this location. Watching the sun come up each morning, sipping a cup of coffee on the porch — was just amazing. Lot’s of room and Bruce was fantastic to work with…
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful and very peaceful
Lovely experience
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022