Welcome to Hale Joli by Gather, a serene retreat nestled on private grounds with historic charm. Relax in the great room or unwind by the heated infinity pool with ocean views, surrounded by tropical plants and an orchard.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62032 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
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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.
Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area
Welcome to Hale Joli, a private hillside retreat in Kailua-Kona where panoramic ocean views, warm wood architecture, and the natural beauty of the Big Island come together. Set on historic royal lands once belonging to King Lunalilo, this single-level home blends old Hawaii charm with modern comfort, offering a peaceful escape surrounded by tropical gardens, birdsong, and endless blue horizons.
What You’ll Love About Hale Joli • Historic setting on former royal grounds with a true sense of place • Heated infinity pool with panoramic ocean and sunset views • Private road location with lush botanical surroundings and serene quiet • Tropical orchard of 30+ fruit trees and a mini Kona coffee farm • Unique layout with each bedroom accessed via covered outdoor pathways
Living & Dining The great room anchors the home with soaring vaulted ceilings, natural wood finishes, and a full wall of sliding glass doors that invite breezes and sunlight inside. The living area offers comfortable seating for quiet mornings or relaxed evenings, complemented by Smart TV entertainment.
A spacious dining table seats eight for memorable meals shared indoors, while the open layout makes it easy for everyone to connect whether cooking, relaxing, or planning the day’s adventures.
Chef-Ready Kitchen Designed for effortless cooking, the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, double ovens, wine fridge, generous prep space, and essentials from blender and kettle to coffee grinder and rice cooker. Enjoy ocean-facing meal prep or step directly out to the lanai for al fresco dining.
Outdoor Oasis Hale Joli’s outdoor spaces offer the atmosphere of a private resort. The heated infinity pool stretches toward the ocean, framed by a wide sundeck with loungers and shaded seating. An outdoor shower provides a refreshing post-swim rinse, while the barbecue area and firepit create beautiful settings for sunset grilling or stargazing.
Explore the grounds to find tropical plantings, a flourishing orchard, and the beginnings of a mini Kona coffee farm. Mornings here are peaceful, and evenings glow with breathtaking colors across the horizon.
Sleeping Quarters • Primary Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with tub and shower combo, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access • Guest Bedroom 2: King bed, shared Jack-and-Jill bath with tub and shower combo, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access • Guest Bedroom 3: Two double beds, shared Jack-and-Jill bath, ocean view, ceiling fan, lanai access • Detached Ohana Suite: King bed, private ensuite bathroom, located in a separate detached guest suite for added privacy
Each room opens to the lanai and is accessed via covered outdoor walkways, enhancing privacy and elevating the indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
Extras • Washer and dryer • Beach towels • Additional bedding • Smartlock entry • Free parking • Laptop-friendly workspace • Emergency contact information provided • Suitable for children and elderly • Single-level home • Outdoor lighting and safety equipment • Heated private pool • Lanai and private yard
Nearby Short Drive: • Kailua-Kona town for dining, shopping, and oceanfront strolls • Kona International Airport • Local beaches and snorkeling spots • Golf courses • Hiking trails • Museums and cultural attractions • Spa and wellness centers
Good to Know • Listing Update Notice (07/1/2026) Beginning July 1, the property will feature four bedrooms instead of three with the addition of a detached Ohana suite located adjacent to the main home. The Ohana suite will include a king bed, ensuite bathroom, seating area, workspace, and a private outdoor dining area for four. Interior photos will be added to the listing once they become available. • This property does not have the capability to charge electric vehicles. Guests with electric vehicles will need to plan their own charging arrangements during their stay. • This property is not equipped with A/C • Licensed short-term vacation rental • TA-175-028-7872-01 • TMK: 760100200000 • This property is a licensed short term vacation rental. NUC-19-1678 / STVR-19-364639 / PL-NUCR-2026-003596
Reserve your dates now and experience Hale Joli’s rare blend of Hawaiian heritage, beautiful design, and peaceful oceanview living.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Tennis
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 GE-175-028-7872-01, TA-175-028-7872-01
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in North Kona, this vacation home is in a rural area. Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Donkey Mill Art Center and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate. Kona Le'a Plantation and Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Holualoa Village travel guide
Kailua-Kona, HI
What's nearby
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden
5 min drive - 3.8 km
Kailua Pier
6 min drive - 5.7 km
Dovetail
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Studio 7 Gallery
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Kona Le'a Plantation
5 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)
21 min drive
Restaurants
Don's Mai Tai Bar
8 min drive
Huggo's On The Rocks
7 min drive
Island Lava Java
7 min drive
Magics Beach Grill
11 min drive
Shaka Tacos
10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area located?
Located in Holualoa Village, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden, Ipu Hale Gallery, and Donkey Mill Art Center. Dovetail and Studio 7 Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Hale Joli: Historic Hawaiian Home w/Ocean Views, Lanai & BBQ Area Reviews
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We only stayed here for a few nights but were sad to go. The property is lovely, very comfortable bedrooms, great pool, sunset views from the lanai are superb! Highly recommend and would love to return some day!
Beautiful location and home. Use Google maps as we found Apple Maps isn’t as great in Hawaii. We swam in the pool day and night, enjoyed sunrises and sunsets from the deck. Grilled and cooked many home made meals and generally, just relaxed in this serene environment. Quiet at night - frogs, etc. can be heard - but little traffic or neighbor noise. Plenty of room for a family to spread out. Also, loved watching movies in the cozy sitting area. Overall this is an upscale location with lots of amenities. Walking around the neighborhood and property we also found lots of fruit, vegetables and scenery. Love that they have beach gear for use, plastic wear for the kids and bathtubs as well as showers. Beach and pool towels available and an absolute must was the onsite washer and dryer. Definitely recommend!
This property was amazing! Understated elegance is how I would describe this property. We felt transported to a different place…and it was magical! Bedroom doors are accessed from the outdoors, which may be an issue for younger visitors, but was fine for our family! Close to town, yet feels remote and perfect. We will be back!
The view was wonderful and the home had an island feel with the tree frogs chirping at night. All the beds and pillows were very comfortable for our group. I really appreciated that there were beach chairs, beach/pool toys and beach towels that we could use. The grounds are well over an acre, so no neighbors right next door. This house sits up high and was most of the time cloudy and cool, therefore we didn't use the pool much which was unfortunate, but that just weather. The kitchen was well equiped for out needs and used the grill. Truly a beautiful home!
Property was beautiful both inside and out. If we weren't swimming in the pool we were exploring the gardens or whipping up something delicious in the kitchen. Property was clean and well stocked with many supplies that were needed to make you feel at home. The area that the home is located was beautiful and private. Wonderful memories were made and we were sad to say goodbye. We only had one issue with the stove but it was addressed almost immediately and someone stopped by to take a look at it.