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Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Captain Cook, HI
  • Popular LocationPainted Church7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationCaptain Cook Monument21 min drive
  • AirportKailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)40 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 10
1800 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

If you are adventurous and free spirited, but still require all the amenities a luxury rental home has to offer then Pu`uhonua ('Place of Refuge') is the place for you. Experience tropical Hawaii at it’s finest in this unique pole house nestled just above Kealakekua Bay ('Pathway of the Gods') in Captain Cook, Hawaii. At this elevation you will enjoy the perfect climate and sweeping 180+ degree views of the ocean, Mauna Loa and Kealakekua Bay, in a quiet and comfortable setting.
Convenient location, just a moment away from the town of Captain Cook, with all of its amenities including one of the islands best grocery stores, fantastic restaurants, local shops and a wonderful farmers market.

Watch breathtaking sunsets from the spacious upper lanai that wraps around the house. Just 20 miles south of Kailua-Kona Airport, Pu`uhonua House is minutes from an array of activities including horseback riding, hiking, tennis, diving, dolphin and seasonal whale watching. Rent kayaks and kayak across the majestic Kealakekua Bay, swim with spinner dolphins and snorkel one of Hawaii’s best kept secrets, the Captain Cook monument.

Enjoy a variety of tropical fruits and flora grown on the property such as bananas, papayas, lemons, avocados, breadfruit, macadamia, coffee and mangos. We are close to some of south Kona’s finest beaches and minutes from great swimming, snorkeling and child safe beaches like Hookena, Manini, Keei, and Kealakekua Bay.

Pu`uhonua House (Place of Refuge House) was built in 1988 by a physicist and his wife. As a former sailor he and his wife had traveled to many parts of the world, before they chose this spot to build their dream home where they would eventually retire. Being a physicist he was intrigued by the simplicity and structural durability a pole house has to offer. Supported by nine thirty foot tall cedar poles imported from Washington state, this house unlike traditionally constructed homes, has a more open floor plan allowing for more glass. The main living level perimeter is nearly all glass/view. You feel as though you are part of your beautiful surroundings. All of the structural and finish components of the house were all hand crafted on site. The property is a one acre private parcel located in the McCoy Plantation subdivision, once a coffee plantation. Much of the property is still rich with coffee plants and certain times of the year the air is thick with the sweet scent of the blossom. If you like peace and tranquility then you will enjoy this piece of paradise.

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Hosted property.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Bruce Paoli

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact us for details.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact for details
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 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 GE-152-959-5904-01, TA-152-959-5904-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates House
Relax Enjoy Five Star Accommodations Affordable Rates
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!
Relax Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates!

About the area

Captain Cook

This vacation home is located in Captain Cook. Kona Country Club and Kahalu'u Beach Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary. Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bay View Farm - 5 min drive
  • Painted Church - 7 min drive
  • Kealakekua Bay - 8 min drive
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 12 min drive
  • Captain Cook Monument - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • The Coffee Shack - 9 min drive
  • Kona Grill House - 12 min drive
  • Gypsea Gelato - 13 min drive
  • Shaka Tacoz - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax and Enjoy! Five Star Accommodations at Affordable Rates! located?

Situated in Captain Cook, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary, Bay View Farm, and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative. Painted Church and Hikiau Heiau State Monument are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
We loved our stay. Fantastic views, beautiful architecture, lots of space and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and tropical
Such an amazing place. Absolutely special! Clean and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Hawaii
Roomy and beautiful view
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The jungle house
Beautiful yard, flowers and foliage. The driveway is a bit steep but can be accomplished. The house was clean minus ants in one bedroom, which was addressed quickly by the home owner. Nice to have full sized washer and dryer. Bathrooms were dated but clean. Plenty of service ware and dishes in the kitchen. It was nice to have a few condiments stocked in the frig. We took advantage of the good sized coolers available. Trash cans and recycle cans were clearly labeled. The nosy and cute green salamanders were everywhere, outside and waiting for us to leave to gain entry to the house. The frogs are LOUD but sleeping with earplugs made them nonexistent. Note: there is NO air conditioning. While the daytime is hot and humid, nights have a cool breeze. There are fans available for each bedroom. We enjoyed our time at the house. The views of the ocean and sunsets are beautiful!! If you are NOT a lover of nature or salamanders, this lovely open-air home may not be for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible View
Three generations of our family spent 4 relaxing nights at the house. The views from the main floor are incredible. My college-age son loved relaxing and reading in the hammock on the porch. If you are looking for a delicious breakfast out during your stay, do not miss the nearby Coffee Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Won L., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
We spent wonderful time at the house in mid August 2023. The view was spectacular and the weather is quite pleasant in that part of island. The sound of frogs singing at night is something unique in the area. I recorded the sound and listen to it when I go to sleep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Tree House
This tree house was amazing! It was a joy to listen to the birds, frogs and admire the geckos. The view was wonderful with the house being clean and well stocked. There was even aloe available for our sunburns. Many beach items are available to use while at the home. The teenage boys in our group enjoyed the loft. I feel the the photos of home are accurate. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable views
Fantastic property with unbelievable views of sunset every evening. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Becka D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views But Not Luxury
There is no denying that the views from this house are stunning. If our only time spent on the property was on the top floor, it would have been perfect. However, the bedrooms leave so much to be desired. Nature noises are to be expected, but when you can hear every word of a conversation a floor above you, it's impossible to get a good night's sleep. In addition, the 'primary' bedroom barely has a screen door to keep shut, and has a shed for a bathroom -- tin roof at all. The gaps in the walls are too large to call cracks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Smooth process and it was all it was advertised for
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023