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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2870 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Milolii, HI
  • Papa Bay
    11 min walk
  • Pebbles Beach
    37 min drive
  • Local Comfort Food
    16 min drive
  • Thai Grindz and More
    16 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

When you stay at this vacation home in Captain Cook, you'll be on the waterfront and 11 minutes by foot from Papa Bay. .This vacation home is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Ka Lae Paakai.

What's nearby

  • Papa Bay - 11 min walk
  • Pebbles Beach - 37 min drive
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 47 min drive
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 50 min drive
  • Captain Cook Monument - 66 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Local Comfort Food - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪South Kona Coffee - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mother Goose Farms - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Thai Grindz and More - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Keei Cafe - ‬24 min drive

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, ocean front home with private pool, Amazing place!

Rick’s Place

Discover how to REALLY relax!
Would you like to relax in your own peaceful pool that you share with no one, listening to your favorite tunes, while enjoying the vast expanse of the ocean right in front of you - amazing whales, spinner dolphins and colorful fish, the sunsets, and complete serenity, for less than the price of a resort hotel room? Then our home will be perfect for you.
If you are like me, you want to do nothing but relax and disconnect while on vacation. I don’t like resorts, eating every meal out, sitting around a pool with 100 other people.
Rick’s Place is a cozy, romantic home, perfect for two. Unwind, enjoy each other’s company, and disconnect from your crazy busy life. I suggest stopping in town for a few groceries. Spend your days sitting around in the solar-heated pool, reading on the lanai or sitting by the sea wall. Watch the whales jump in the winter months (they will wake you up at night during whale season!), Enjoy cooking dinner on the gas barbeque or in our well-equipped kitchen while enjoying an icy cocktail. Milolii sunsets are the highlight of the day- no two are ever the same. Turn off all the lights and lay out on the chaise lounges and look at the moon and the Milky Way at night. Showering in the outdoor shower with the ocean breeze blowing on you is refreshing and revitalizing. There is good Wi-Fi and Direct TV on smart TVs, as well as a Blu-Ray player.
There is a viewing area on the cliff where the sea while enjoying your morning coffee or your evening libations. The Kona fishing fleet aims for the waters in front of the house, so sometimes you can witness a hook-up while staring out to sea (we provide binoculars). You can look down and see tropical fish and the occasional turtle swim by. Sometimes the surf is high and the waves crash against the cliff dramatically. One guest called the high surf “Hawaiian fireworks” which is a great description.
The drive down from the highway takes you from 1500 ft. elevation to sea level. It’s a winding ride, but there are spectacular views on the way down. If you want to go to town every night or do a lot of sightseeing, the drive may be inconvenient. For a day trip every few days, it is no big deal.
There is easy access to water and great snorkeling a short walk north of the house at the Milolii Beach Park. There are many beautiful beaches and good restaurants within an hour’s drive. Our house is centrally located between Kailua-Kona and Volcanoes National Park.
If you need supplies during your stay, there are well-stocked grocery stores 20 minutes south, in Ocean View.
My home has one bedroom, 1.5 baths, plus an outdoor full bath with a shower overlooking the ocean. Every room in the house except the half bath offers up an ocean view. Kitchen is easy to cook in and is well-appointed, and the living area is furnished very comfortably and is open and breezy. Bedroom and living room glass French doors open to the ocean view and breeze. The wrap-around lanai includes a small solar heated pool.

Our Hawaii Tax number# W26310508-01
STVR#19356815
NUC#19-888

Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Dan Lewis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed in house. Okay outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 870 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Property Registration Number TA-204-395-5200-01, GE-204-395-5200-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Private, ocean front home with private pool, Amazing place! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Supreme relaxation
Our 4th time to stay here. Love the location and listening to the surf at night. We saw all kinds of marine life as well as cardinals, mynas and other birds. A windy road getting in and out,but all part of the experience. Dan is a great host, available if needed. The closest town,Ocean view, is a nice place to go for dinner or groceries. A great place to go for relaxation and away from the party crowd.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Joy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
Could write a book about this place. Such a quiet, relaxing & comfortable place, not to mention the amazing view! If you need a place to recenter & rejuvenate, this is it! Stayed for 5 nights & never left the whole time. Kitchen & grill perfect for making meals. The outdoor shower is to die for! Dan is an absolute perfect host with great attention to details of this lovely hale. Kitchen dishes, pots & pans were clean & nice; towels were thick & soft; bed was super comfy. If we're lucky enough to come to the Big Island again, we will definitely plan a stay here. Mahalo, Dan, for sharing such a wonderful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rick’s Place
Our second time staying here! If you need a perfect getaway from the stresses of the world, come stay here. Dan is a phenomenal host, one of the nicest humans you will ever meet, and his house just lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brady W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed at Rick’s Place for our honeymoon and it was a great time. Would stay there again! Dan was very responsive and made sure we had all we needed and that we arrived safely. Please do yourself a favor and stay here. The outdoor shower, the view, the pool, and quiet neighborhood is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M., VA

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of paradise—shared!
Excellent property! Probably the most well-equipped rental we’ve stayed at. Everything has been thoughtfully curated to make one’s stay enjoyable—it’s not fancy but immensely comfortable. The setting is fantastic—right on the ocean with a delightful plunge pool and plenty of shade if needed. It’s pretty private—minimal noise from intermittent construction and a rental house two lots over. Bring your food with you as the nearest stores are 15 or so miles away and carry the basics. Then settle in for a relaxing time! The night skies are awesome. The host Dan was accessible and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rick’s Place
This place is magical. The 180 degree views are spectacular. The private pool was a fantastic bonus. If you want a relaxing getaway then book Rick’s Place. We will be returning
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Anniversary Trip
Wonderful property for our 30th anniversary trip. All amenities were as shown and we did not need anything. Remote location was a nice thing since we did not need to go to town very much. Owner made sure our stay was special. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibile and relaxing stay!
My husband and I stayed at Rick’s place for my 30th birthday and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The house had stunning views from every room and the area was peaceful and quiet. As soon as we arrived, we loved Rick’s place so much that we canceled the rest of our plans and decided to stay there the whole trip. We didn’t miss a single sunset or sunrise and even saw a pod of dolphins! Our host Dan was super responsive and so welcoming. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
This place was perfect. It is so quiet there! We loved the small pool to cool down in. The view was wonderful. I personally loved all the extras in the kitchen! It is so nice not to have to buy a whole variety of spices! I cooked all our meals and that stove is wonderful! We ate well, rested, laughed and had a wonderful time. Thank you so much! Oh I do have some advice…. Wear mosquito repellent!!! Even if you think they are not out. Wear it! I did not. And I suffered from it! Totally my fault though!!! This place is still worth it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Del S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Place
This stay was at least my fourth, the home is special, the setting, the ocean, pool, everything was perfect, I wish I could buy it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emma
Absolutely amazing! Every space was well thought out to enjoy the spectacular views. Can't say enough great things!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our greatest VRBO venue yet!
This property is amazing! I picked it because we wanted someplace special where we didn’t have to leave to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii. We scored and our visit with Dan was great. We will return to this paradise hopefully again and again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Place
Enjoyed our stay here in Milolii. The home has everything you need. Quaint neighborhood. The sound of waves crashing and ocean breezes were the best. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric L., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Amazing Stay
This was our second time at Rick’s Place and we were not disappointed. We stayed on the property 3 days and explored the island other days but made a point to be back to see the gorgeous sunsets. Dolphins came by almost every day, and we even saw a shark. Dan is an amazing host and easy to deal with. We really enjoyed connecting our iPhones and playing Spotify through his stereo system. Nothing better than listening to your favorite tunes while enjoying the incredible views from the patio deck. The outdoor shower is so relaxing. We look forward to coming back for another relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
John & Jenny Eureka, Montana
Ricks Place was Incredible!! We had a Great time and if we were just to relax here that would have been fine! Very comfortable with everything you need except food and theirs 2 markets just 11 miles to the south! Only here 6 nights but could have stayed much longer! Loved the pool and outdoor shower and the chairs out front to view sunsets!! We saw whales - dolphins and turtles right out front!! Dan's a great guy and glad we met him and he help with what ever we wanted!! My wife and I always rate the places we visit and we both said Rick's place is A+!!! Hope to return soon! John & Jenny
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
True paradise
Wow! The only critique of this place is that the pictures do not do it justice. Seeing the beautiful green roof as we came down the mountain was exciting. While the home is beautiful, the first moment that we walked out the back door, we were in awe of the ocean beating against the cliffs. We had a high surf warning, and enjoyed a front seat to the waves splashing against the volcanic rock on the patio. It was a wonderful welcome, and instantly put us in awe of the beauty of the area. This home is wonderfully located between Volcanoes National park and Kona. However, getting to Hilo was not an inconvenience. Being in the southern area of the island, it was easy to make both sides of the island very attainable. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend visiting Volcano National Park, Richardson’s Ocean Park and Rainbow Falls in Hilo, the Green Sand Beach, Black Sand Beach, and spending a day enjoying Kona as well. We rented a boat from Kona boat rental, and enjoyed snorkeling at Captain Cook and taking in the ocean. Couldn’t have been a more enjoyable experience and true getaway!! Thank you, Dan, for opening your home, and providing hospitality along the way.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wowowow Amazing
We have been coming to the Hawaiian Islands for the past 15+yrs, having stayed in Hotels and VRBO'S. Rick's Place only needs to be described with one word WOW!! It was such a beautiful place. We loved the pool, the decor, the outdoor shower, all of it!! Rick's Place had everything my husband needed to cook with, as well as extra towels, coolers, comfy bed etc... We saw a whale everyday, and a Dolphin, super excited about that.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Such a beautiful place, so hard to leave. We ended up not visiting other sites so we could continue watching the whales, dolphins, birds, waves, etc. and enjoying the well-stocked, open-air home. We had our wedding ceremony there on the cliff!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Star Property
Everything was perfect. All of our expectations were met or exceeded.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Unique Property
This property comes as advertised: beautiful and well-equipped. We absolutely loved it. Dan was very welcoming, easy to reach, and provided detailed instructions to assist with the trip out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
My wife and I really enjoyed your home Dan. The way you decorated, your home was just the way we would’ve decorated our VRBO. Anywhere we sat, we could watch the ocean, we enjoyed the whales the first day we got there. The secluded neighborhood was fun to walk through and talk to the neighbors. The house was in a perfect spot to visit the southern end of the island for the first time for us. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, lots of towels and we sure enjoyed the geckos sneaking into our wine glasses. :-). Will always remember this trip! Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

loretta t., Snohomish WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax Relax Relax
This is the perfect place to get away from it all. We had stayed in Miloli’I before, just down the street, so we knew to bring supplies with us, and that the location was a bit out of the way. Which is one of the reasons we chose to stay at Rick’s Place. Ok I did forget my hairbrush and it was quite an adventure to find one. This is one of the best equipped properties we have ever stayed in. The kitchen has everything you need. I cooked daily. The relaxation began the moment we arrived. The house was decorated (we arrived Dec 23rd) with a small tree, lights and we opened the door to Hawaiian Christmas music and in time for sunset. I can’t describe how relaxing it is just to sit on the lanai and stare at the ocean or sit in the pool and stare at the ocean, take a shower and stare at the ocean or lay in bed and stare at the ocean do yoga on the lanai and stare at the ocean. The house is magical. I brought a kindle but found it more enjoyable to just grab one of the many paper books. Whales arrived on Christmas night. We had daily visits from them, a highlight of the trip. There were a few days that we had plans but decided just to stay at the house. We were there for New Year’s Eve, we watched the fireworks from the lanai. We haven’t relaxed as much on a trip in years, if ever. I am a big question asker and Dan was great dealing with my many questions and was quick with all his response. I have already been looking at the availability so I can book a return trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M., Windsor, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning and romantic
We stayed for 2 weeks and loved every moment. We have a farm in rural northern Colorado and prefer to be away from the city. This house was perfect. It felt like a true Hawaiian home. We spent most of our home time on the lanai, watching the water fireworks, enjoying the pool and hammock. Dan was super nice and wanted our time here to go well. Loved the gecko friends! Mahalo for sharing this special place!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
Book Ricks Place for 10 days, was exactly as advertised on VRBO. quiet neighborhood, comfortable place to relax. Beautiful setting right on the ocean.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had a great time staying at this house. It is so relaxing and peaceful. A bit out of the way if you are wanting to sightsee everyday, but only a little over an hour from both Kona and Volcano National Park. We spent most of our time in the pool or sitting by the ocean. We met Dan and he was a great guy. Had told him we were celebrating our anniversary and asked if there were rafts available for the pool. When we arrived, there was a bottle of champagne in the fridge and two new rafts waiting for our use. Great gestures to start our stay. Would highly recommend staying here and we are actually already looking for dates next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023