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Hawaii Oceanfront 1-bedroom Cottage

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

Sleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪22 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.

Hawaii Oceanfront 1-bedroom Cottage

Throw a pebble into the Pacific Ocean from your lanai.
Hale Aloha is a detached, very private, oceanfront guest house located in the magical neighborhood of Puako, next to Mauna Lani Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Ocean breezes and ceiling fans keep the home comfortable year around.

Typical of the beachfront homes that have made Puako so beloved, Hale Aloha is ideal for couples who appreciate a sense of place in a perfectly maintained Hawaiian-style beach house. This property is perfect for lounging and enjoying the sunshine and ocean air. Ocean access is adjacent to Hale Aloha, an ideal location to go fishing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddling.

The Main House is also available for rental at VRBO674382.

Puako is one of the sunniest destinations in Hawaii with a unique blend of old Hawaii charm and pristine coastline. Each day is filled with the sound of the sea, coconut trees swaying in the tropical breeze and the beauty of Hawaii. You share the ocean with sea turtles, humpback whales, and play on an oceanfront rich with sea life. Your day ends with one of the most stunning sunsets in the world.

Hale Aloha was built in the 1950's, and was completely renovated in 2014 without losing its Old Hawaiian charm. The fun and playful decor with plantation doors, wood louver windows, and hardwood laminate floors is a tropical retreat!

The warm ocean is your swimming pool. Protected and only 2-5 feet deep with a mostly sandy bottom, it is home to green sea turtles and colorful fish. Just beyond the reef-protected lagoon is the best snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking in Hawaii. In low tide, the tidal pools will inspire, January through May, you can watch the humpback whales play and breach.
Morning walks along the two-lane Puako Beach Drive will find you at Puako's famous ancient Hawaiian rock carvings, the largest example of Petroglyphs in the world. There is also a grocery store in walking distance.

Licenses & Registrations STVR 19-364228 /NUC 19-1615
GE 076 859 6480 01 / TA 076 859 6480 01

*Reservations lasting more than 14 nights will incur an additional housekeeping charge of $100 for a linen exchange or you can request a mid-stay cleaning for $200.
This charge will be added following confirmation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Puako Beach. The vacation home offers a kitchen and a balcony.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a balcony, and a TV
  • 10 minutes by foot from Puako Beach and a 4-minute drive from Puako Bay
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Hale Aloha Team - Jay, Kathy, Pam, and Frank

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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-076-859-6480-01, TA-076-859-6480-01, 6900625000000

Property is also known as

Absolute Oceanfront Puako Guest Perfect Getaway Waimea
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Oceanfront. March April May discounts offered.
Oceanfront. We are not Accepting Bookings for May June
Oceanfront. Throw a Pebble in the Ocean From Your Lanai
Oceanfront. We are not Accepting Bookings for April May
Oceanfront. Throw a pebble in the ocean from your Lanai.
Oceanfront. Throw a pebble in the ocean from your Lanai. Waimea

Hawaii Oceanfront 1-bedroom Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wecome to Paradise
What a place, you can‘t get any closer to the ocean, the sight, just beautiful, looking at the turtles every day, we had a perfect time and hopefully will be able to come back soon 😊🐢
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bungalow above the Tidal Pools
Nightly views of the sunset. Immersed in the Hawaii ocean experience. Loved the double doors opening to the waves. A cozy room, very comfortable king bed, efficient kitchen. Easy ocean access, daily walks or bicycle ride, snorkeling or tidal pool wading. Shh, don’t tell…
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don P., Mississauga, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Still perfect
This was our 4th stay. Absolutely perfect. Peace, privacy, and unrivalled location, ocean sounds and an awesome property manager. Doesn’t get better than that.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Paradise in Puako !!
We stayed at the Hale Aloha in late September and had the most magical experience. The beach home was perfect for my son and I, it came stocked with everything we could need and the night breeze was just perfect. My absolute favorite part about our time on the Big Island was the snorkeling literally in the back yard!! The Mauna Kea and Hapuna resort were close for some fancy eats and the grocery store was a short drive and carried whatever we needed for the cabin. It was so hard to leave and I hope we are able to stay there again soon! Thank you for sharing your peice of paradise with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing
We absolutely loved this place! The views could not be beat, and the location was perfect- close to the things we wanted to do and sooo quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon in paradise
When I say this place has a magical charm and is absolute paradise, it doesn’t come close to giving it justice. If you like a lot of amenities, or room service, or maid service… This isn’t for you. But if you love the old school Hawaiian vibe, are looking for a place to immerse yourself in the person you are with, this is the perfect place to get lost in that love. We will be back! Pure magic!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Pierre R., Anchorage, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional
The description and the reviews are true. This place is wonderful. Communications with the hosts are good and easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Williamsburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise
Amazing view, great amenities, super area for turtles and snorkeling, perfect sunsets and star gazing from the lanai Appreciate the use of onsite beach equipment
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise found.
This is one of those places that selfishly I do not want to review for fear that it will become too popular, and I’ll never be able to visit it again. Where to begin? The Hale is just perfect Hawaii. First, location: Puako. It is an amazing, quiet spot that I thought didn’t exist anymore! There are numerous public shoreline access areas along the road - you should explore them all! There is access to the ocean less than a minute walk from the Hale. At low tide you can explore the tide pools, at high tide you can swim. If you like beautiful sand and shade, Beach 69 is about a 3 minute drive. Finally, for the nights you want “fancy” dinner, the Mauna Lani resort area is a short drive away. Ok, now let’s talk about the Hale itself. It is an amazing structure that was just perfect for two. The place was so incredibly clean when we arrived. It could be the cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed in. The view is spectacular, and we spent significant time just relaxing on the ocean front deck both during the day and night (we were lucky to see a shooting star!) The efficiency kitchen had everything we needed for our trip and more. Essential beach gear was also provided (chairs, umbrellas, towels). Slatted screened windows, kept the Hale completely comfortable no matter the time of day which encouraged much lounging in the perfectly positioned bed with a palm tree framed view of the pacific. The hosts were just as incredible as the home. Mahalo for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t beat the view!
The driving directions were flawless. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. The first three days the amount of mosquitoes in the bathroom and studio put a damper on our visit. Once we had those under control and always closing the screen doors behind us going to and from the deck it was great. Between the breeze from the ocean and the ceiling fan the house was always comfortable. If the humidity rose we would take a short walk to the ocean and sit in the shallow water of the bay. Puako General Store is 5 minutes away for beer, chip's and homemade chocolate chip cookies. But the best thing about this cottage is the deck over looking the ocean, almost below your feet. First thing in the morning sitting there with a cup of coffee and watching the tide change; it’s the best.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
The location is just as described…right on the water. It’s in a quiet area. Perfect if you want to relax and enjoy nature. Like others we grilled often. Water in front of the property is beautiful but very rocky so not swimmable but great beaches are easy drives. Very responsive to our needs and questions. Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view
As advertised, view is wonderful.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness
All you need
This place has all you need for a great Hawaiian vacation - most importantly it is right on the water. The kitchen is efficient, the bathroom good, the California king bed is awesome - especially for someone 6’5”. But to wake up every morning to the sound of the sea and have the ocean view all day is hard to beat. The best is the sunset with a margarita. Aloha!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of heaven, but showing need of maintenance
This was our second stay – and we absolutely love the location, and the views. Property manager Jay won the quickest response time award, hands-down, when we let him know that we needed decent beach chairs. The exterior of the house needs some maintenance – peeling paint, and a few spots on the deck that felt squishy, but nothing beats the views and waking up in bed to them. At the current rental rate, the house should be kept up well. Now, if we could only teach the 3 neighbor boys, who were on their first beachfront vacation, that not everything needs to be said in a scream – especially at 6 AM, and after dark! 🙄
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay on the big island
This was our second time staying here. It’s definitely a different experience in the winter but magical all the same. Nothing beats hearing the ocean all night and drinking coffee while watching whales from your door.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The cottage is exactly as described on the website, and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Sitting on the deck and watching the whales was the best use of our time, and we basically grilled our meals and relaxed. We definitely hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunsets
This out-of-the-way property is perfect for getting away from the hordes of tourists. We'll be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Hawaiian
We truly enjoyed our stay at this authentic Hawaiian paradise. It was very comfortable, relaxing and it provided all the extras that we needed to enjoy our time there. We look forward to visiting Big Island while staying at this magical place again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great vacation bungalow.
We were glad to be back for our third visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., SCOTTSDALE

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure in Paradise
From the first moment we saw the property we were in love with it. After a week of sea turtles…whales …birds warm ocean water…we love it even more and can’t wait to go back!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B., Vancouver, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Puako Perch
For two adventurous septuagenarians, this elevated cottage provided a comfortable place to watch the rock pools below fill and empty with the tides and be visited by birds, turtles and an occasional fisherman. The cottage is well equipped despite its small kitchen; we slept well, and Jay responded "instantly" to all our requests for assistance. We love Puako for its safe walks, nearby amenities and excellent location for exploring Kohala, so we'd love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don P., Mississauga, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Third time here - and for good reason!!!!!!
This cottage is our happy place. Stunning view of the ocean, always the sound of the surf, total privacy, a super comfortable bed, and a fantastic shower! It is a cottage so expect to enjoy barbecuing. The toaster oven, hot plate and microwave do the trick perfectly for everything else. As city people who can only see 16 stars on a good night - we are always awed but seeing the Milky Way every night. The property manager was instantly available for a small prob that we had and had with the BBQ and had it resolved in a flash. Can’t get better than that!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful ocean
The sounds of the ocean are wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
one week in paradise
Very sweet, rustic space. Studio size for 1-2 people with full bathroom and well stocked tiny kitchen. Good bed but no couch. Lounging chairs for the deck. No cooktop but hotplate, microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher. We used the BBQ most evenings. Gorgeous ocean view to soothe you to sleep at night. Amazing stars with the Milkyway overhead! Excellent snorkeling and diving and close to Beaches 69 and Hapuna. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

R Nicholas N., Fountain Hills, AZ U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic House for a relaxed getaway
Very relaxed atmosphere with a beautiful house
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023