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Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6242 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Mauna Kea Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪39 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.

Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.

Our family style beachfront home was completed in January 2018. We purchased the property in 1998, and it was our family camp ground for almost two decades. Now, with a beautiful new home, it is truly the perfect get away! We spend most open weekends at the house; continually improving the landscaping and fine tuning details so that the house has everything you need to enjoy your stay.

The house is located on a spacious lot with many mature coconut and Milo trees (Native hardwood), royal palms and fragrant plumeria. Unlike many beachfront homes in Puako, we have a sand on the beach in front of the house and access to deeper water for swimming, surfing, snorkeling or kayaking. There is also a large "keiki pool" a protected tidal pool perfect for wading and for young children to swim and play in the water. The house is truly beachfront, with the sand and ocean at your doorstep.

Although technically all waterfront property in Hawaii below the highest wash of the waves is public property, our little beach is as private and secluded as you can find on any developed shoreline. Because it is difficult to walk to our property from the public access trails, it's almost a guarantee that you will see more turtles than people along our little stretch of beach. You may see an occasional throw net fisherman pass by, but it is unlikely you will see as many as six beach walkers on any given day.

The house is elevated eight feet above the ground which gives us unparalleled views of the ocean as you look across the channel toward Mt. Haleakalā on the island of Maui. We also have beautiful mountain views of the 4 major mountains on the Big Island; Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai. The large open and shady space under the house is always cool and a pleasant space to relax. It is bordered by lush green lawns on both side of the house. There is an excellent Kitchen Aid propane bbq, a small drink refrigerator, picnic table, ping pong table and lounge chairs.

The interior has beautiful custom wood detailing throughout the house including natural wood flooring locally milled from coconut trees that were removed from the lot to make room for the construction of our house and beautiful oversized African Sapele wood baseboards. All the shelving, window and door trims are made from Milo, Koa and Eucalyptus trees from the Puako house lot and our mauka property above Kailua-Kona in Holualoa.

The Puako General Store is a half mile down the road. Mauna Lani and Hapuna Beach Resorts and restaurants are within a few minute's drive, bike ride or walk.

The interior of the house is thoughtfully detailed with wood accents and decorated with island style furniture and art. It is ideal for 2 to 4 people with a spacious master bedroom, a smaller second bedroom, and a den that can be used as a third bedroom. The master bedroom has a King size mattress and the second bedroom and den each have a queen mattress.

Both bathrooms have shower doors that open out to the deck, so sandy feet and dripping bodies can head straight from the beach into a warm shower. There is also an outdoor shower with hot water at ground level on the north side of the house.

The house is completely turn-key with a well appointed kitchen, molded sinks, corian countertops, stove, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave. It does not have a standard size oven but there is a large toaster oven. The washer and dryer are centrally located inside the house. TV and WiFi are also provided. There is no landline but cell phone reception is good.

Since the cessation of the volcanic eruption in the Puna area of the Big Island, beautiful clear skies have finally returned to our Island. A walk around the deck, on most mornings,  offers a panoramic view of Hawaii’s four highest peaks, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, Hualalai and Maui’s Haleakala as well as beautiful Kohala Mountain.

Please inquire if you have any questions, we are happy to serve as your hosts here in Hawaii!

STVR REGISTRATION NUMBER: STVR 19-365090
NUC NUMBER: NUC 19-1789
Hawaii Tax ID Numbers:
GE-073-660-2112-03
TA-073-660-2112-02
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Puako Bay. Features include an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 13 minutes by foot from Puako Bay and a 3-minute drive from Puako Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Nancy and Greg Gillette

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 3:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Note from host: Not suitable for children under 4 years old.

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 eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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
The hours at this property's front desk vary. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions. 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-073-660-2112-03, TA-073-660-2112-02, 369004006000

Property is also known as

Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront House Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views Waimea
Beachfront Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views
We are Taking Reservations Starting July 2020!
We are now Taking Reservations Starting June 2020!
Beachfront House With Wrap Around Decks Ocean Mountain Views

Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This house is the perfect paradise getaway. Island breezes, wale watching from the deck. Sound of the ocean. We saw wales breaching, turtles swimming and basking in the sun. Host has excellent communication. Hoise is clean and well kept. Everything was as described and worked perfectly I would definitely come again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailin G., Pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach house
We wanted a change from our holiday beach home in Kona so we rented this lovely beach house in Puako. We enjoyed a wonderful family Christmas here. The house is spacious, beautifully designed, comfortable, and there was every amenity we could have wanted. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETRA D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in great neighborhood
Nancy went out of her way to get bike helmets for us and even sent us Kona coffee by mail after our stay. Mahalo!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront paradise
This place has it all. Everything you need. Chairs, umbrellas, snorkeling gear, surfboards, kayaks, fins, and even stuff you didn’t know you would need. Kitchen is well stocked and the host is great. Snorkel right outside your back yard and see turtles, sea urchins, parrot fish etc
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach House
Great location for this amazing beachfront home. The inside is beautifully decorated Very clean and extremely peaceful and quiet. The very private yard is fenced in and wonderful to relax in if your not on the beach just on the other side of the front hedges Lots of beach items provided The host was very easy and pleasant and the coffe they dropped off delicious! We had a great time and highly recommend this home A larger tv would have been great We were ther during football😁 No complaints only good vibes all the way around!! Mahalo to the family for use of their amazing home🌺
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home!
What a wonderful home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We had a wonderful stay at Nancy and Greg's house. We were able to wake up every morning to the sounds and sights of the ocean. Couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
Warm Hawaiian Vibes...View, Sunsets, swimming and great diving only with mask, snorkel and fins. Ruthie and I loved it so much we booked another reservation for 1 month later. Aloha Nui Loa Timo and Ruthie
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Puako Home!
We loved this Puako home. Great location, the home is well equipped and the rental process was seamless. Turtles galore! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this great home. The beach is steps away and we were blessed with basking turtles every day. The kitchen is equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals, including a nice selection of herbs and seasonings. The beds are great and bathrooms were perfect. As a plus, there are ample beach toys, chairs, towels. We highly recommend this getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot of heaven in Puako
Great location and fantastic hosts. Would highly recommend to others!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari B., El Dorado Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Turtle Paradise
We enjoyed the location on Puako and the wildlife was topnotch. It is a very private and lush property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house
The house exceeded all of our expectations. It is beautiful, perfectly laid out and fully stocked for a relaxing or activity filled vacation. We took advantage of snorkel gear, beach supplies, puzzles and board games. We also had no problem cooking a small Thanksgiving dinner in the well-appointed kitchen. The backyard beach is the real draw though. We spent ours beach combing and swimming in the tidal pond. There is wonderful snorkel right there as well, but it can be a bit tricky to access due to the surf and reefs. However, with some effort we managed it with our two children under 11. Perhaps our favorite part of the beach was the green sea turtles who visited every evening. They made the place feel pretty magical. Although we really didn’t need anything, Nancy was very communicative and helpful. We hope to return to her lovely property again someday!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot!
We had such a great trip and the house was possibly the highlight. It was a perfect spot for us and Nancy was so welcoming. I can't imagine it being more perfect for our Hawaii experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vacation Home
Very comfortable...great beds. snorkels.umbrellas...floats... Best equipped home we have stayed in. Hope to come back.oopo
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Island Vaca
My family has traveled extensively and we always have a lovely time. This home and location stand out as simply perfect. The location is stunning in private, but close to amenities, restaurants and tourist destinations on the big island if desired, we would love to stay here again, and we rarely say that as there’s so many places to go and see, thank you so much for sharing your lovely home
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene beautiful property
A quiet and gorgeously appointed house in a quiet and beautiful area. House was clean and well appointed. A lovely deck facing the ocean was a wonderful spot to eat our home cooked meals. We enjoyed the little ‘pool’ made up of a natural lava flow and the snorkeling just beyond. The owner Nancy was gracious and accommodating. All in all a wonderful property and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Beach House
When you think of the idyllic ocean front beach house this is exactly what you would imagine. The home is well appointed in a beautiful area. This is my family's second time staying in this home. I hope to return and stay again someday.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Beach Property
Amazing property!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really Nice
Great location, and house is well equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Leigh A.

Our stay at the Puako Drive Property
Great location. Great views. Need bug spray.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

rita w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Pauko Oceanfront Home
We loved our stay at the Pauko Beach House! The house was clean and comfortable and the ocean views were incredible. There is excellent snorkeling in front of the home. We enjoyed wildlife watching from the wrap-around deck. Nancy and Greg provide complimentary 100% Kona coffee from their son's Keopu coffee plantation. Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home, awesome snorkeling and kayaking
House was as listed. No complaints Beach was one of best on the island. Having access to a few water toys was perfect and made the house even better. Good communication w owner. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mckenzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Exceptional beachfront property with easy access to tide pools, snorkeling, whale watching. The house is great and has everything you need to have a great vacation. Owners are friendly and easy to communicate with. We hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023