Title: 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=86447&destination=Captain+Cook%2C+Hawaii%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=100524972&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A ## Photo gallery for 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A ![Beach - 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100525000/100524972/ee28a60a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100525000/100524972/w1349h899x0y1-73834e8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100525000/100524972/w1349h899x0y1-2f62590a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, offices - 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100525000/100524972/w1349h899x0y1-dbb2d110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100525000/100524972/w1348h900x1y0-917373b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2583 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A 🌺 Dolphin Bay Estate - Captain Cook Main House Big Island calm, big space to spread out - 3BR/3BA comfort, flexible sleeping, and an easy self check-in just minutes from Kealakekua Bay vibes 🌺🔑 Escape to a serene slice of the Big Island at Dolphin Bay Estate - a spacious, tropical retreat in Captain Cook with self check-in and a secluded beach just a short stroll away. Perfect for families and friend groups who want privacy, ocean air, and easy access to island adventures. ✨🌴 🏠 The Space Welcome to the Main House, designed for laid-back island living with open, airy spaces, high ceilings, and plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, dining space for gathering, a private balcony, and a comfy living area to unwind after beach days. ☀️🍍 Home overview: 🛏️ 3 bedrooms | 🛁 3 baths | Sleeps up to 11 🛌 8 beds total (including rollaway + foldable mattresses) ❄️ AC in all rooms for cool, comfortable nights ✅ All rooms are equipped with A/C for comfortable days and breezy nights. ⚠️ Main House living room ceiling fan is currently out of order (but the A/C has you covered!). ☕ Drip coffee maker for slow mornings, island-style 🛌 Sleeping Arrangements Bedroom 1: 1 Queen + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️ Bedroom 2: 1 King + 1 Twin rollaway 🛏️🛏️ Bedroom 3: 1 Queen + 1 Twin bed 🛏️🛏️ Extra spaces: 🛋️ Living room includes 2 foldable twin mattresses 🌊 Location, Location, Location You’re in the charming town of Captain Cook, with an easy walk to a secluded/private beach—perfect for sunrise strolls and salty breezes. 🐚🌅 Nearby favorites (super close!): 🏖️ Nāpo\`opo\`o Park + Manini Beach \~ 1 min 🐝 Big Island Bees \~ 6 min 🏞️ Kealakekua Bay Cliffs \~ 3 min 🥾 Captain Cook Monument Trail \~ 12 min 🌱 Greenwell Farms + Kona Coffee Living History Farm \~ 15 min 🏝️ Kahalu’u Beach Park \~ 24 min ✈️ Kona International Airport \~47 min 🗺️ Top Local Attractions Don’t miss these iconic Big Island experiences: 🤿 Honaunau Bay (Two Step) Snorkeling: Dive into turquoise waters teeming with colorful reef fish and sea turtles. ☕ Kona Coffee Living History Farm: Experience the aroma and tradition of world-renowned Kona coffee on a working farm. 🏝️ Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park: Explore the lush coastal park that cradles the historic bay where Captain Cook landed. 🗺️Mokuaikaua Church: Visit the oldest Christian church in the Hawaiian Islands, built in 1820 by missionaries. 🗿 Captain Cook Monument: Stand where the legendary explorer James Cook met his fate and gaze out over the crystal-clear waters of Kealakekua Bay. 🛡️ Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park: Step back in time to ancient Hawaiʻi at this sacred place of refuge. Enjoyable neighborhood for walking. Peaceful and thoughtfully decorated cottage in a perfect location for snorkeling. Guests have full access to the Main house, including: 🏡 All indoor living spaces 🍖 BBQ grill 🌺 Backyard area 🚗 On-site parking (2) Easy self check-in with a smart lock 🔐, making arrivals smooth and easy - especially helpful with kids, luggage, and late flights. ✈️🧳👶 🔐 SECURITY: Exterior cameras are located around the outside of the property (front door, driveway, side, and backyard). There are no cameras inside the home. Cameras are for safety and incident review only. 🐾 PET FRIENDLY: Pets are welcome with prior approval! 🐶 An extra $150 pet cleaning fee applies (max 2 pets, under 30 lbs). Kindly clean up after your pets and dispose of waste in the bags/bins provided 🚮 Failure to pick up after pets may result in an extra cleaning fee.💸 🚫 PARKING: Please DO NOT park on the concrete slab🚓 👶INFANT FRIENDLY: Pack ’n play available but linens not provided (baby skin sensitivity) 🧺 🧹GARDENING: Gardeners may stop by to keep everything fresh & clean. They’ll be quick and respectful of your privacy. 🗑️ TRASH & GARBAGE Please bag and tie all food and non-recyclable waste, then place it into one of the 4 backyard bins labeled “Garbage.” 🗑️ TRASH DROP-OFF (Big Island Note) Hawaii County does not offer curbside trash or recycling pickup. During your stay, guests will need to drop off trash at: 📍 Kealakehe Transfer Station & Recycling Center 74-598 Hale Makai Pl, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Mahalo for helping us keep the home fresh and the island beautiful 🌺✨ 🐓 NATURAL ISLAND SOUNDS You may hear roosters, frogs, and other nighttime nature sounds - it’s part of the local Kona charm 🌙🌿 If you’re sensitive to noise, we recommend bringing earplugs 😴🎧 🦎 ISLAND WILDLIFE + TROPICAL PESTS The Big Island is wonderfully wild, and with that comes occasional visitors 🌺🌴 You may see local wildlife or tropical pests such as geckos, mosquitoes, sugar ants, scorpions, carpenter bees, and yes—sometimes cockroaches 🦎🦟🐜 🐜Our home is professionally treated and well-maintained, but some critters are seasonal and sightings can still happen. If you’re excited to be close to nature, you’ll fit right in and have an amazing stay 🌈✨ \- No parties or events allowed. \- No smoking allowed inside and outside. \- Suitable for toddlers and children under 12. \- No unregistered guests allowed. \- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms. \- Please respect the noise curfew. \- Turn off the lights/fans when you leave. \- Please respect check-in and check-out times. \- Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages. \- Please don’t rearrange the furniture. \- Please do your dishes. \- Respect our neighbors. Our homes are close together and our neighbors are our friends who are not on vacation, so please respect quiet time. \- QUIET HOUR: 9PM - 8AM \- Please take the trash out before you leave. \- No illegal substances allowed on the premises. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,583 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, Multiple Beds, Private Pool, Ocean View (Holua Kai 11) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118340000/118336100/118336001/c12c0f5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Plunge Pool - Central AC - Vrkcv Keauhou - Ocean view - Pool - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=118336001&PinnedHotelID=118336001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61620000/61619400/61619348/052cae7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hali'i Kai 15A at the Waikoloa Beach Resort Waikoloa - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=61619348&PinnedHotelID=61619348&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33488800/33488779/f9fbe81d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Kealakekua Bay Home with 4-bedroom bay home: Enjoy Quiet rejuvenation Capt Cook - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 99 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=33488779&PinnedHotelID=33488779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90840000/90836200/90836190/debab58a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Island Fairways At Mauna Lani 1701 2 Bedroom Condo Kamuela - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=90836190&PinnedHotelID=90836190&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859300/19859239/dc12ba1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Puako Tropical Garden Retreat - Across from Beach - New AC Waimea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=19859239&PinnedHotelID=19859239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Condo, 1 King Bed (Kona Isle E23) | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35660000/35658600/35658562/71f049de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kona Isle E23 Historic Kailua Village - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=35658562&PinnedHotelID=35658562&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91650000/91645600/91645574/3f6ab518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded B&B Elegance on 3 Acres: 4 King Suites, Minutes from Beach & Kona!! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 436892 ## About the area Captain Cook is home to this vacation home. H.N. Greenwell Store Museum and Greenwell Farms are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kona Country Club and Holua Tennis Center. Big Island Bees and Bay View Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Captain Cook travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Captain-Cook.dx86447) [View more Vacation homes in Captain Cook](https://www.expedia.ca/Captain-Cook-Private-Vacation-Homes.d86447-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.47009%2C-155.92043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0buabBAx9ZMh_9ByiOAvZgS3pw8=) Captain Cook, HI ### What's nearby - ![Pu\'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063979/b88b0029-a782-432d-8473-00012e0d978f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park 11 min drive \- 7.2 km - ![Magic Sands Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287814/4e6bd2f9-613c-42d8-99f1-7576ec23a1b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magic Sands Beach 24 min drive \- 23.8 km - ![Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kailua Pier 30 min drive \- 33.2 km - ![Hawaii Volcanoes National Park showing rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063971/416ad466-81da-44f5-9d37-47f43eaa2742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 61 min drive \- 68.8 km - Kapahukapu Manini Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 km ### Getting around - Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 13 min drive - Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill 13 min drive - Shaka Tacoz 11 min drive - Royal Kona Coffee Mill & Museum 13 min drive - Kona Chips 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A? ### What time is check-out at 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A? ### Where is 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 Mins to Private Beach, Dolphin Whale Watching, H6A Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah O. Dec 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location stood out as a quiet community, with close access to the beach park. ##### Sarah O. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew T. Feb 27, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location is great. Easy walk to beach and kayaking. ##### Andrew T. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026