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PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Kamuela, HI
  • Puako Beach
    6 min walk
  • Waialea Beach
    9 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course
    19 min drive
  • Waikoloa, HI (WKL-Waikoloa Heliport)
    15 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kamuela

With a stay at this cottage in Kamuela, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Puako Beach. .This cottage is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Mauna Kea Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Puako Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 21 min drive
  • Dolphin Quest - 21 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬17 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.

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning

Immerse yourself in paradise at our tranquil completely restored vintage beach cottage. We're located in Puako, the only beachfront community on the Kohala coast on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Puako was an ancient fishing village and is now known for its green sea turtles, colorful tropical fish and spectacular sunsets. If you're vacationing during the winter months, watch for the humpback whales that return every year to romp and play.

The weather here is sunny year-round. There's easy access to ocean beaches, ancient petroglyphs, spectacular golf courses, shopping, world-class resorts and fine dining.

Private parking and entry to property, surrounded by lush greenery and private yard setting.
2 bedrooms (2 Queen-sized beds) View Photos. The second bedroom is shared with the open living area which makes a comfortable living space.

Halekawikapuako has always adhered to strict cleaning procedures, such as cold fogging and total surface cleaning and disaffecting, for your and our safety and comfort ...
1 bathroom with New custom built tile shower
and a private garden full body shower and foot wash(for beach sand), private !
dining room
spacious fully equipped kitchen
living room with TV/Cable/Stereo-Dish radio station
Internet connection
2 lovely lanai (front deck and back lanai)
directly across the street from the ocean
easy access to the shoreline
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a spa tub and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kim or David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: 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
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: front deck no buts on ground or off grounds

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Note from host: service animals must be pre approved

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: kid damage will be charged

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
Note from host: all parties and events must pre approved
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
Property Registration Number TA-019-160-2688-01, GE-019-160-2688-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Puako 1940's Vintage Beach Now Air Conditioning as Option
Puako 1940's Vintage Now With
Puako 1940's Vintage Beach Now Air Conditioning as Option

PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Now with Air Conditioning Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary a., Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. The host and hostess were especially gracious and allowed us to visit with their pet pigs. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another perfect week!
This was our second time staying here. It really felt like home away from home. David even got bikes out for us so we could ride in the quiet neighborhood! There are beach accesses with beautiful coast lines right across the street. We are 5 minutes drive from Hapuna beach. David and Kim have everything you need for staying at the beach. We’ll definitely stay there again! Thanks for your hospitality, David and Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Pauko
We had a wonderful stay. Home was clean and in a great location. Many beach entry points up and down the street. So far this has been our favorite place to stay. Best part is walking down to one of the many beach entry points to watch the sun set. Lots of places to snorkel too. Loved our time on the Big Island. Lots to do just a drive away. David and Kim were wonderful. You’ll have to ask about Little Little and Radiant!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and relaxation in beautiful Puako
This cottage ranks as one of the best VRBO places we have stayed! It fulfilled all of our expectations, from the extremely quiet, private, clean, light-filled and spacious home to the beautiful garden surroundings. The air conditioning works perfectly, but there are also fans in every room if you prefer a more tropical feeling. The beds were very comfortable, and you have a choice of an indoor or private outdoor shower (we preferred the outdoor!). The house was truly one of the best stocked places we've stayed in every way - toiletries, plenty of towels, plenty of dishes, pots and pans, and even spices, etc in the kitchen. In fact, I would recommend checking what's in the cupboards first before going grocery shopping. Also available are beach chairs, boogie boards, a couple of swim noodles, and beach towels. Two of the best beaches on the island are just a 5 min drive away - one for snorkeling and with shade trees (Waialea) and the other for swimming and sun bathing (Hapuna). You couldn't ask for a friendlier and nicer host than David - we really mean that! We will very definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neighbor island visit
We live in Maui and visited the Big Island for a week of scuba diving and birdwatching. I wanted to stay a little off the beaten path and this cottage in Pauko was perfect. It was quiet and quaint, full of Hawaiiana and located directly across the street from the beach. We are so grateful that we discovered this little gem!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako vintage home
Fantastic location. attentive and respectful owner. Cozy home with full amenities. Great outdoor shower. Morning coffee on the lanai listening to bird life was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J., San Anselmo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks Kim and David
Thanks you to Kim and David. Fifth time we have stayed in the cottage. Absolutely love the location, hosts, and facilities. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, comfortable, enjoyable.
David is the perfect host, made you feel like the space was yours as much as it is his. Very well equipped, lanai was spacious and beyond comfortable. The outside shower is a must! Would stay here again without hesitation. Little little was a pleasure to meet!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
PUAKO 1940's Vintage Beach Cottage - Amazing!
We had an amazing stay here! It was exactly as advertised and even better. The cottage is charming and full of character, offering the perfect blend of charm and comfort. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, making our stay even more enjoyable. The location is ideal—peaceful, beautiful, and just steps away from the beach. We can't wait to come back the next time we're on the Big Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather m., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 5 day stay with my kids
This cottage is in a great location, a short drive to the resorts area. Great beach access just across the street and not a far drive from many other beach access points. Great A/C units when needed. I loved the outside shower, my daughter also liked it but my son could not wrap his head around being outside and naked (no one can see you). Wonderful to have so many places to relax on the property, nice line to hang your towels on etc. The washer and dryer were handy to have. The yard has A curry leaf tree to use as well as some herbs, added bonus we were given fresh mango and chayote to eat. Overall, we would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J I., San Jose, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Magical
Puako is a piece of Hawaii heaven. From the ocean sunsets, to the turtles, the quiet and gentleness of the night breeze. David’s house is a rare gem and a bright, airy, and well stocked space to have as your home base. We’ve stayed multiple times and hope to keep coming back! Great beds, showers, kitchen gear, beach gear, and AC when you need it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
All systems good.
Loved the house, gardens, location and the hosts. Definitely up a step on the ol’ evolutionary scale.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Spring Valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
This is our favorite place to stay when we’re on the Big Island! We will be back again ! Mahalo!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
We had a fabulous time here in this beautifully restored surf cottage. Great location, David and Kim were great! Kitchen stocked with everything you may need, plenty of towels. Loved the outdoor shower! Plenty of space to hang out front and back. Great sunset just across the street. We will definitely return!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Amazing location walking distance to several public beach accesses. 10 mn from beautiful Hapuna Beach. Cottage has 3 great areas. Front deck, inside the cottage and great back patio.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter getaway
Very clean, very comfortable and a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., PORTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Great hosts.
The house is a great size with 2 lanais. It was very clean, and the hosts were available when needed. It was a fantastic experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and host
Loved the graceful cottage and gardens. Being one block from the ocean was a fabulous location. David is a wealth of information about the history of the area and the natural world of Hawaii. The cottage has everything we needed in the kitchen and the bed was quite comfortable. We’d go back in a second.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly
It was a beautiful place to enjoy not only the natural herbs but also the flowers. When you step onto the front porch the plumerias and other scents were heavenly. The short walk to a very quiet beach provided some quiet time for us and some beautiful sunsets. The cottage is well equipped with every convenience. Loved the outdoor shower! Davis was the most considerate host, he gave us a tour of the house and the garden when we arrived and later brought us honey for Christmas. I highly recommend this little slice of heaven in Puako.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful, comfortable!
My family loved our stay here! David was a great host and exceeded our expectations, we loved seeing and hearing about all the beautiful plants in the yard and enjoyed trying some with our meals. Having laundry was a huge bonus, plenty of towels, beach toys, chairs, etc. The beds were comfortable with the ocean breeze blowing in the windows at night. The location is beautiful, lots of dreamy homes, turtles resting and snorkeling nearby, we even saw a whale! The ocean is right across the street, with shoreline access posted along the road. It is far enough away from the resort areas you feel secluded, but close enough to drive and get groceries and meals. We enjoyed driving around the island, exploring beaches and the National Parks, shopping, it was wonderful having a quiet place to come to in the evening with the most beautiful stars right from the front porch! We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mab ( official name Margaret) O., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness
An oasis
Coffee on the lanai each morning listening to the chorus of birds welcoming the sunrise. Watching the brilliant sunsets each evening from the beach a 3 minute walk away. Short drives or walks to great beaches. David and Kim we thoroughly enjoyed our long stay in your comfy cottage. We hope to again and we recommend it to others seeking a peacefull holiday on the Big Island.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Throw back to special time
Very well equipped special beach cottage. The beach is a close walk, awash with stars after a sunset full of color. The gardenias were starting to pop so they wafted thru the kitchen window. The hosts were a delight and very welcoming
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay S., Wa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Great place, just as advertised
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Puako Paradise
If Relaxing and enjoying the North side of paradise is your thing than this is the place. Highly recommend this place and these hosts. Mahalo.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023