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BIG ISLAND PARADISE-private lanai -pool/spa/low golf rates/access to #1 beaches

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill

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Kamuela, HI
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪36 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.

BIG ISLAND PARADISE-private lanai -pool/spa/low golf rates/access to #1 beaches

Beautifully situated above the Pacific Ocean and Mauna Kea and Hapuna Prince Resorts, at the base of the Kohala Mountains is the setting for your dream vacation on the Big Island of Hawaii. This new 3-bedroom, 3.25-bathroom Villa at the Wai’ula’ula Complex is waiting to welcome you with the Spirit of Aloha. Once you enter the gated community and park your car at the Villa, you will enter a world of elegance and tranquility and this unit has more privacy than most. STVR Registration number STRV-19-347852

Upon entering your vacation paradise, you will notice the large glass sliding doors, these doors will disappear into the wall and invite the outdoor and indoor living spaces to become one. There are separate spots on the lanai to enjoy your morning coffee, grab some sun in comfortable chaise lounges by your private pool/spa, or sit in the main lanai area on comfortable love seat and chairs to watch the ever-revolving beauty in the nature that surrounds you. The panoramic ocean view is directly to the West of the lanai, cloud-shrouded Hualalai Volcano to the South, Kawaihae harbor and a glimpse of Maui to the North, and the lovely city of Waimea and the green hills of the Kohala Mountains to the East. The view is guaranteed to change constantly!

The lanai also contains your private plunge pool and spa. This is an ideal spot to sit and enjoy the sunsets and sunrises as well as take a quick dip to cool off or a relaxing soak after a day in the sun!

Two primary suites on separate ends of the home grant the ultimate in privacy, including walk-through outdoor showers, yet, the communal rooms will bring your family & friends together. The two suites each contain a California king-sized bed and large, dual vanity sink bathrooms.

The third guest room boasts two queen sized beds and all bedrooms have their own walk-in closets and private bathrooms. There is also a powder room for your use.

Each bedroom has its own smart TV and Sonos sound system for your viewing & listening pleasure. There is also a large flat-screen smart TV in the living room with the Sonos sound bar as well.

The great room contains a wet bar and a large kitchen island with bar stool seating and a formal dining room area and a more informal dining setting on the lanai.

The gourmet kitchen is well- stocked and ready for your dining pleasure or a quick meal on the run as you head out the door for an adventure. The appliances are Wolf and Sub-Zero and include a wine refrigerator and an outdoor refrigerator to maximize your enjoyment, no matter what part of the house you are in! Every imaginable accessory and gadget has been included.

The lanai also boasts a Wolf six-burner grill, including rotisserie, There is a fresh fish market in the Kawaihae harbor area, an approximate 10 minute drive, so you can grill the best locally caught fish in this luxurious setting.

There are three air conditioning zones to allow personalized comfort. TA/C should stay at 74 degrees or above. Wi-Fi is available throughout the home, of course.

Wai'ula'ula is a secure, gated community located within the Mauna Kea Resort property. You can also take advantage of the amenity center and use their large, salt water infinity-edged pool and hot tub, separate kid pool, cooking center, indoor kitchen, reading, game and television areas, and finally a fitness center and changing rooms.

The Mauna Kea Resort VIP Amenity Package is available to our guests for a flat rate of $195.00 per day for the Villa *.This package will grant access to both the pools and beaches at the Mauna Kea and Westin Hapuna Beach Resorts. This options also includes 36 holes of championship golf and a tennis center at a discounted rate, workout facilities, and two of the top-rated white sand beaches on the Kohala Coast, including chaise lounge chairs, umbrella and towel service and preferred parking. Guests may also visit both beaches without paying the VIP Package rate, but, will do so without the perks as outlined above. (* Resort amenity fee quoted is for 2025-prices subject to change per the resort, typically once per year)

The departure housecleaning fee of $475.00 plus tax will be added to your total VRBO rent.

Concierge services are available, please ask for details.

Please note, the state of Hawaii charges a transient occupancy tax rate of 17.962% and this tax is paid by the renter.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Mauna Kea Beach. You'll find features like an indoor pool, a gym, and a hot tub. The villa offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a playground
  • 14 minutes by car from Mauna Kea Beach and 10 minutes from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
This villa offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. A fitness center, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly villa.

This Kamuela villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Michelle Broneau

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Home is not baby-proof

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, 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
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-211-126-2720-01, TA-211-126-2720-01

BIG ISLAND PARADISE-private lanai -pool/spa/low golf rates/access to #1 beaches Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 6 Vacation
One of the best properties we have ever rented! The owners, property management and the resort staff were all superb. I would highly recommend this property and it’s within 5
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The hot tub and pool can be heated! The owner has a fully equipped kitchen that is extremely well labeled for ease of use. Outdoor seating can accommodate 8-10 guests if needed. Owner is very pleasant to work with and readily answers questions beyond what is explained in folder.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness
Another fabulous stay in paradise
We are repeat visitors at Michelle's villa, and it never disappoints! We have stayed at other Wai Ula Ula villas over the years, and we keep wanting to come back to Michelle's specifically! She and her house managers are quick communicators and make the whole process from booking, through the vacation, to the inevitable sad departure super easy! The house is beautifully decorated, very clean, and well-stocked. The set up is fabulous for our family. We love the beautiful surroundings, and we always enjoy the high end amenities of this spectacular villa and the Mauna Kea resort. We will definitely be back! Thank you Michelle!!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
The unit was incredibly well organized and absolutely awesome. We had a great stay, management was also very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely stay.
This property is as advertised: beautiful, clean, and lovely. Property owner was responsive as was the property manager. We experienced no issues during our wonderful stay. Would highly recommend this property and would stay again. 5 stars everywhere.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay at Mauna Kea!
Home is beautiful, perfectly described and exceeded expectations. Our 2 families, + 84 yr old mom stayed here for 6 amazing nights! The home was enjoyed by the whole family, from cartwheels on the plush grass, the sunrise views on short walks, to star gazing almost every night, to the home having everything you could possibly need, easy to find and plenty of it! Communication with Michelle and the local manager was always without delay. This trip was to celebrate 3 birthdays in our family and it was super special!. 🌺🌸
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
Fabulous home - perfect set up. Love the size of bedrooms and bathrooms/closets. The kitchen island is huge and well appointed with all the necessities. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxurious house with pool, hot tub and outdoor showers
Our family enjoyed this luxurious property behind Mauna Kea and Hāpuna resorts. We loved the well-stocked large kitchen, the ample space (3 bedrooms with ensuites) and the outdoor showers. The kids (4 and 6) loved the heated pool and hot tub. The location is quiet and peaceful and we loved having supper while watching the sunset in the spacious lanai. We would love to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Stay
We really enjoyed our stay at Michelle's place. It was very clean and well appointed. We really enjoyed spending time on the lanai and using the private pool and hot tub. Michelle and her property manager were very responsive if we had any minor issues come up. The villa was well stocked. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
Beautiful property. Fabulous beaches. Great escape. The villa is terrific. Lovely furniture, clean, well-maintained, well stocked with plates, glasses, pots/pans etc. for cooking. We have stayed in several WUU villas over the years and this one is particularly nice (and because of that we are returning guests of Michelle's). Michelle is excellent to communicate with before booking and even with questions after booking. She sends you all the info you need in advance and makes arrival smooth and easy. And her on-site manager, Eric, is also terrific and was super quick to respond to the handful of questions we had while at the house. The beaches at Mauna Kea are fantastic, tennis and golf terrific too. We will be back for sure! Thank you Michelle (and Eric) for a great vacation!!
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D., Boulder, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach getaway
We loved the house, it had everything we needed, beautifully organized and dialed up. Michelle was very thoughtful and responsive. We would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jeanie R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible Stay
We're sorry to have to leave this review - we looked forward to this vacation for months and the property looks so beautiful online; the host was incredibly responsive and the stay seemed like it would be perfect. Unfortunately there was a severe insect infestation at the house. The night we arrived, after putting children to sleep, I was walking in the kitchen and received a severe bite on my foot. I had no idea what bit me at the time; there was excessive bleeding, pain and swelling and multiple small puncture marks. Since we didn't know where the bite came from we headed to the emergency room where they were able to treat me and let me know the bite was probably from a scorpion or centipede. Meanwhile at the home my husband and children had found innumerable other insects on the walls, ceilings and floor. We immediately contacted the homeowner and she promised to treat the property the next day. We didn't have many options so rented a hotel room for the kids and we stayed that night. Long story short, after two exterminator treatments we continued to find insects and the final straw came the next day when we found a large worm crawling on my son's pajamas. That was enough and I let the homeowner know that we did not feel safe staying; she let me know checkout was 11am. This home was not safe or comfortable. Do yourself a favor and rent directly through Mauna Kea resort, they would have refunded our money or found a nice place for us to stay. Lesson learned.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

Liked: Cleanliness
25th Anniversary trip
This was by far the best VRBO rental we’ve ever had. The property is well maintained and fully stocked with everything you need. Loved the view, pool, hot tub and outdoor showers! Would definitely stay again and highly recommend this property. Michelle the owner was very nice and easy to work with and very responsive. Such a great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

d d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian Paradise
Beautiful property! Great location! We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to return. The house was stocked with everything we needed. We just added the food and fun! Michelle & Eric were great and very helpful…. Aloha spirit all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Perfect for our 3 generations of family stay. GREAT COMMUNICATION FROM HOST!!! loved having the kitchen stocked with so many cooking supplies, condiments and snacks. The views are beautiful and the two master suites were a huge plus. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return visitors because of fabulous property
We love this house and went back for a second time. The house, neighborhood, and host are all superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Big Island Stay
Absolutely wonderful, spacious residence for a Big Island vacation for 2 families of 4. Easy access to Mauna Kea Beach and all the facilities. Fantastic service and communication with the hosts. Amazing grill and outdoor dining area + pool/hot tub. So nice to have space and not have to eat every meal at the hotel. Can't wait to come back
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with the whole family!
Highly recommend this spot, it’s beautiful, well-run and has everything you need. Definitely purchase resort access - best of both worlds!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stu B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, beautiful home with a view of the horizon
This house and booking were managed really well. This is the nicest VRBO we've ever stayed in. It's a beautiful home with two master bedrooms. Very well-stocked. We cooked most every meal and were able to find everything we needed in the kitchen. On some days, the weather was perfect and we opened up the sliding doors to the view of the ocean and the volcano. At night we gazed at the stars from the hot tub. We had a great time and loved this house. This was a really special time for our family. If I had to name some drawbacks, they would have nothing to do with the house itself. It would be that you truly cannot get anywhere without a car from this location and Ubers are not easily available this far north.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boyd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO We've Been To
Everything was perfect, property manager very responsive and easy to work with. The house is beautiful and new. We've stayed in about 30 VRBOs over the years, this is the best one we've stayed in.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wil H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaii
Property is lovely, comfortable and quiet. Hosts were very helpful!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hazel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spotless and excellently equipped condo.
This condo is gorgeous! Great location, beautiful views and has the best equipped kitchen of any VRBO we have ever stayed at! Thank you for sharing your piece of Hawaii Heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Beautiful home in a great location. Check in was super easy and the place was perfect for our family. Great amenities. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. The property manager and owner were very responsive. Our family had a very enjoyable and memorable vacation. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

lena k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday!
This rental home was perfect for our family of 6: grandparents, parents, 2 kids. The home feels very luxurious with a view of the ocean, private dipping pool with hot tub, 2 master suites. Loved the outdoor showers attached to the 2 master bathrooms. The amenities were wonderful: the local Rec center had a great workout space + infinity pool with hot tub and the resort access to both Hapuna and Mauna Kea hotels was great. The daily resort fee allowed us easy parking at the hotels. I highly recommend this vrbo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most amazing vacation!
We just got back from the most amazing week on the Big Island! This house was just perfect in every way! Gorgeous view and setting in a great location. The house was immaculate and extremely well organized. We enjoyed staying in and cooking some meals at the house, and the kitchen had everything you could need! To reiterate what previous reviewers have said, Michelle and Shelley were wonderful, and extremely attentive and helpful with any needs that come up prior to or during your stay. We enjoyed the beautiful pool every day and it was so nice to have at the house. We purchased the Mauna Kea resort pass and it was so worth it. The beach there is one of the prettiest I have ever seen! My husband and son loved playing golf at both properties, but the Mauna Kea golf course is remarkable. Our stay on the Big Island was magical and we feel so fortunate to have been able to rent this beautiful home! We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022