Title: SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30960000/30959600/30959559/35b378e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30960000/30959600/30959559/2f23e8dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30960000/30959600/30959559/15afe9db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30960000/30959600/30959559/583c058f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30960000/30959600/30959559/a85cff49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience Kona Leilani, a serene two-story home surrounded by lush tropical landscapes and PANORAMIC ocean views. With 1000 ft of wraparound lanai, you can rest, dine with the gas grill barbecue and take in the breathtaking views. Enjoy snorkeling gear, boogieboards, umbrella and beach chairs for an unforgettable beach experience at our private secluded bay just minutes away. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Gym - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! 20% off SPECIAL for upcoming season! We also have discounts with EARLY BIRD and LAST MINUTE too! Our home has been voted "TOP Vacation Rental" by TripAdvisor. (Also, Enjoy discounts with several excursions vendors: Fair Wind Charters, Hawaii Forest and Trail, zipline and more! ) Relax on the wrap-around lanai with BBQ and stay entertained with a NEW 50-inch smart TV and free WiFi. The fully equipped kitchen features ALL BRAND NEW APPLIANCES--New BBQ/Grill, new microwave oven, NEW stove/oven, NEW refrigerator, and NEW dishwasher and cookware, steam cooker, rice cooker and much more! We didn't cut corners here. For your comfort there are ceiling fans throughout, beach supplies and toys, and a washer and dryer. The cozy living room and 800 ft wrap-around lanai offer spaces to unwind and enjoy the breathtaking scenery-every room offers OCEAN VIEWS. NEW BBQ and large dining set are also available. Our vacation home is the perfect choice for a memorable romantic escape or family vacation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### 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. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Outdoor pickleball court - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,500 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979800/33979726/16e8430c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 180 Degree Ocean View! 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Please start first load of laundry. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please take your trash with you when you check out. Take it to Transfer Station 1.5 miles north on main highway. EXTRA charge for trash not taken. BBQ: ENJOY THE GRILL! but please clean after use. Extra charge will occur if not cleaned. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10 Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 870160430000, TA-131-437-8240-01, GE-089-329-8688-01 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 180 Ocean-beachfront Views Private Tropical Setting Walk Beach 180 Ocean-beachfront Views Private Tropical Setting Walk Beach House 180 Ocean beachfront Views! 1 Acre Tropical Setting! 180\* Ocean Beachfront Views! 1 ACRE Tropical Setting! ## About the area ![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%7C19.31475%2C-155.87679&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XIIRWsr3ZC-nGJXxADYH2Pb8uAA=) Kona Coast, HI #### What's nearby - South Kona Beaches - 3 min drive - 1.6 km - Pebbles Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km - Ho'okena Beach Park - 13 min drive - 14.0 km - Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 19 min drive - 23.9 km - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 32 min drive - 39.7 km #### Getting around - Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - Kona Rainforest Organic Coffee Farm - ‪Mid Pacific Kona Coffee - ‬7 min drive - Ktl Kona Coffee ## Frequently asked questions ### Is SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! located? > Located in Opihihale, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches. Ka Lae Paakai is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## SEASON DISCOUNT! STUNNING Ocean Views Great RATES! Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 135 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles H. Feb 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A bit of paradise on earth The coastal views are spectacular from the elevated lanai and the tropical gardens gorgeous. Home has most everything necessary for a great stay. ##### Charles H. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Addison R. Sep 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place! Everything was gorgeous. We loved the area, view and interior decorations. The host is quite the artist! Highly recommend ##### Addison R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy K. Feb 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from Home Beautiful view and surroundings. Had everything we needed for our stay. Plenty of room for our family. Will need a car if wanting to see other areas of the island. Would highly recommend. ##### Amy K. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JoAnne F. Mar 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Found Amazing place to stay on the Big Island, set in a veritable Garden of Eden. Beautifully decorated, furnished, and hosted, the house is quiet, with beautiful ocean views and spectacular sunsets. We were lulled to sleep every night by Island breezes and the chirping of tree frogs. We loved every second of our stay and we would love to stay there again. Great location too. ##### JoAnne F. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel G. Mar 6, 2017 #### Amazing views ! The house was perfect for our vacation, two couples 10 days. The property was very well manicured and maintained, like our own private little hide away with all the trees and plants. It had everything anyone could ask for, well stocked kitchen with pots, pans, plates etc ! A grill for outdoor cooking, beach towels, snorkel gear, boogie boards, coolers etc !!!! Loved every minute of staying here. Would definitely recommend. ##### Rachel G. Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob R. Apr 6, 2017 #### Perfect for our family... We had a lovely and enjoyable stay here!! The view from the deck was lovely..we enjoyed our breakfasts and dinners here. Loved watching the sunset. Loved that there were beach chairs, coolers,umbrella and snorkeling gear provided. We enjoyed being in a quiet neighborhood . We will definitely recommend this house to our friends. And hope to return soon. Thanks again!! ##### Rob R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo K. Jan 5, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect setting for our family holiday getaway! Our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 teens, 1 grade school-aged child) thoroughly enjoyed our stay over the Christmas holidays. There was plenty of space for us to spread out, relax and enjoy both family time together and individual time alone. The covered lanai were a wonderful place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee, gaze at the ocean, eat meals and enjoy family game time. The grounds were filled with interesting lava formations, wildlife and beautiful flowers that kept the kids entertained with exploring and photographing. Little extra touches such as the binoculars for getting a closer look at wildlife and the kitchens stocked with Kona coffee were much appreciated. The homeowner was very responsive to questions encountered during our stay. The home is a very close drive (or a somewhat challenging walk) to the small but gorgeous Pebbles Beach and a slightly longer drive from several other beaches. It is a bit farther from town (Kailua-Kona) and most local attractions than anticipated - plan on a solid 30-45 minute drive to get to shops, restaurants and activity pickups - but once we got into the habit of factoring this into our day, we appreciated the quiet retreat from the more touristy areas. Laundry facilities and beach gear were added bonuses. Would highly recommend and would consider staying again if visiting the Big Island in the future. ##### Jo K. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy H. Mar 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous 50th with Stunning Views We came to celebrate my 50th birthday in style & stayed for 10 nights. Overall the house is very nice, with beautiful surrounding gardens and views that go on forever. Sitting on the porch with either coffee or cocktail were exceptional. Michele & Ron were quick to communicate as well. Some minor things we felt could have been better but in no way diminished the trip (Just suggestions). 1. Visitors should understand the beach is quite a ways down the VERY steep hill side. 2. Consideration of length of stay should be given to having enough trash bags for guests. The 2 or 3 trash bags we had were not enough for 4 adults staying for 10 nights. This also applied to toilet paper. Told to buy more after the initial rolls ran out was frustrating because it turns out there were new packages already in the house. 3. With the trash bag issue also came the inconvenience of needing to bring your trash to the disposal center which was only open 3 specific days during specific hours. Although this itself did not bother us, having no outside garbage can to keep trash in until we could bring it there was problematic because of critters gaining access to it. 4. Having a screen door on the front door would be fantastic! The cross breeze that entered every time we opened it was awesome however we did not leave it open because we did not want extra "guests" in someone else's home. Overall, the house is comfortable and a great place to stay. ##### Sandy H. Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property I stayed here with my husband and our 3 kids (ages 20 months to 7), and we had a great time. The property is absolutely gorgeous. There are so many beautiful flowers and interesting plants. The house was well stocked and comfortable. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. You may notice in the listing there is no air conditioning. We truly did not need it, and the place was a comfortable temperature throughout our whole stay. Some things to be aware of (and these are not complaints by any means. Just things to know before you come): The place is not close to very much. Make sure you stop at a store on your way to the place because there are not stores very close by. You’ll need to plan to drive to pretty much everything you want to do. Pebble Beach is close by, and we caught a lovely sunset there. If you have a toddler or small kid you’ll need to plan to watch them well on the balcony just because it’s high up. We had no problems of any kind and the home is safe. There are some beautiful decorations that you may want to move out of reach of little hands while you are there. We had a great stay and overall recommend this as a great option for your vacation. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley T. Jun 1, 2015 #### Our Vacation Review Our family of 6 visited Hawaii from April 18 to May2, 2015 and we had the pleasure of spending it at Kona Leilani vacation home. We so enjoyed the house and spent much of our time on the lanai from morning coffee to the evening meal (with sightseeing in between) and the sunset every night.  What an amazing view! The pictures on the website are great and when we arrived we couldn’t believe how beautiful it really was. It was spacious levels and so well equipped. The two stories worked out perfectly. We lacked nothing from any aspect. Everything we needed was there and more. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our dinner each night and we did eat at home every evening. Loved the resident turkeys who nested in the tree beside the lanai. It was great fun to watch them each night when they would go to bed up in the tree. There were so many different birds that spent time around the house and we really enjoyed waking up and hearing them singing. What a treat! We made the most of our time on the Big Island and had a fabulous time. We snorkelled and enjoyed the waves at the Pebble Beach at the bottom of the road from the house.  We hiked along the Kings trail there too - so great to have that so close.  We visited Volcano National Park and we did a lot of snorkelling on various bays.  What a great experience!!   Larry and Emmy are just the best!  Such nice people. Michele, you are Wonderful to work with. You are gracious, thoughtful and Patient and we truly appreciate it. Can’t say enough good things.   Our whole vacation was just wonderful and your home was the perfect place to return to every evening.  It felt warm and inviting and we decided that if we ever get the opportunity to return we will definitely stay there again. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful Hawaii home with us. ##### Shirley T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert H. Mar 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A fantastic stay We had a beautiful stay and a wonderful time. The stay was perfect and we will definitely stay again. ##### Robert H. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celeste A. Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Kona Paradise with Stunning Views and Vibrant Nature We had an amazing stay at this wonderful Kona Paradise in Hawaii. From the moment we arrived, we felt completely welcomed and at home. The house itself was cozy and well-designed, offering the perfect space to relax. The kitchen was a standout—extremely well-equipped with everything I needed to cook and feel right at home. The yard was a tropical paradise, filled with a beautiful array of plants, which really added to the overall charm of the place. We especially loved how serene it was, and at night, the sounds of the birds singing created a peaceful atmosphere. It was truly a slice of paradise! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway. ##### Celeste A. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bonnie S. Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tropical, with an ocean view Stunning property. Not our first time to the islands and the grounds were just what we love. Beautiful sunsets. Older home and decor, but very clean and has everything you may need for your stay. ##### Bonnie S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Claudie C. Feb 16, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A total "nightmare"! The interior of the property is infested with geckos due to a complete lack of maintenance. The walls, the moldings, the ceiling beams, the furniture and floors, even the towels, are covered with excrement. So dire was the situation that when watching television or eating at the table the geckos were dropping their excrement on us. Read the review dated December 10, 2024 from another guest; the property was just as bad at that time and the owners did nothing to improve it before our arrival. According to the owner this is “normal” in a natural environment which their neighbors say is untrue. There are many other issues: the refrigerator leaks water, the oven and the interiors of the kitchen cabinets are filthy, the washer and dryer are rusted as both are located outside under the building….the list goes on and on. The pictures do not reflect the reality at all. The situation was terrible, not livable, so we had to leave after 4 nights (with the owner’s approval) of our 17 night stay. We had to move from hotel to hotel and the owners refused to let us keep our food in the refrigerator until we located a more permanent rental. Though we eventually were able to negotiate a partial credit for our stay, this credit represented only a minor portion of our total costs incurred. In addition, this experience ruined our vacation. Stay away from this property! ##### Claudie C. Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonni W. Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible location and views! We really enjoyed our stay in Captain Cook. The gardens and views from the deck were absolutely amazing. Felt right at home. Loved hearing the birds chirping and walking thru your gardens. Communication with owner was very good. Beds were comfortable and home had all the supplies we needed. Our family hiked the pebble beach trail nearby and the views were just amazing. Important to drive down though to pebble beach and not attempt to walk as the hike back up the hill is challenging. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and artwork with our family! ##### Bonni W. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Haibin Y. Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent house on a slope Great house! Excellent ocean view in a secluded area of South Kona. House is old but clean. Has everything we need for our family to cook, relax, snorkel. Very steep slope to walk back to the house from the beach below so make sure you drive.Host is amazing and always checking in to make sure we have everything we need.Location is a bit remote, grocery store is 20 minutes by car.But in general we enjoy our stay. ##### Haibin Y. Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### X Z. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great rental place The host is great with communication and stays proactive to resolve our issues. The house is very pretty and has great view. There are many great beaches nearby. ##### X Z. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ian G. Dec 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Supportive owners Owners were incredibly responsive and helpful. Good directions to find property and lots of signs in house with instructions. Nice house, as described. Wonderful views from deck, though have your bug spray handy. Research the location as it is a drive to anywhere and if comfortable with that it is a good place to be. Local beach (black lava shingle - shoes required) is close but drive to it unless you are into hill climbing. An abundance of geckos around property; fun but occasionally messy. No BBQ. Trash/recycling a couple of miles away and easy to navigate. ##### Ian G. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Anne S. Dec 10, 2024 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Not what is shown First, the good: Beautiful views, and we were there in late fall so the fact that there was no AC (as originally listed) wasn't as big an issue. There were a variety of dive fins to use and a washer and dryer. Disappointments: The property wasn't as nice as what the pictures represented. The host originally listed a 3rd bed in the living room and AC which we were counting on. However, there was no AC in the house and the springs in the pull out mattress in the living room were rusted and broken, and the bed itself smelled mildewy, as did one of the bedrooms and the bathroom. There were animal droppings literally everywhere- the floor, the rugs, the kitchen counters, the bathroom counters, the walls, and the patio was really covered. This was perhaps the biggest disappointment, since I had specifically relied on the reviews stating that the property was very clean. I contacted the host but she didn't resolve or address our issues during the stay. VRBO helpfully informed me after the fact that I should have reached out to them during the stay instead of relying on the host. Hard to spend all your vacation time trying to resolve an issue that shouldn't be there in the first place, especially when you are encouraged to work out the issue with the host first. Not sure if they will even post this. Pro Tip: Don't use VRBO, as they are far more interested in profit than protecting and supporting their guests. The company and the host have been unwilling to address our concerns. ##### Anne S. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thom S. Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### # Perfect get away retreat. ##### Thom S. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian B. Nov 21, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Kona Paradise Charming seaside retreat in jungle-like environment. Expansive ocean views. Friendly geckos on-site. ##### Brian B. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex S. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolute Paradise! As amazing as the photos on this listing are, they don't even really do justice to how spectacular it is. The view is as good as you can find anywhere in Hawaii, and we watched sunset every evening from the lanai. Easy access to lots of beaches without ever needing to go into Kona. ##### Alex S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wade & Karen W. Mar 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### A very relaxing place to stay The home is very well equipped and exceptionally well decorated with a variety of original artwork. It feels like a home rather than a rental. The on-site (downstairs) caretaker, Vee, is very caring and helpful without being intrusive. This was a very relaxing place to stay. ##### Wade & Karen W. Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine H. Feb 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona Paradise is right! We had an amazing stay at Kona Paradise. Just walking to the door makes you feel enveloped in aloha. Those 180 degree beach views were as advertised. Every night we were on the lanai watching the sunset. Love the sounds of nature throughout the day. Very comfortable, clean, great instructions and friendly assistance if we needed it (we didn't!). Beach gear (towels, water shoes, snorkel gear) available for use. Loved it! ##### Katherine H. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine M., Seattle, Washington Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Time in Paradise! My husband and I recently stayed at Michele’s home in Hawaii and we had an amazing time! The home was exactly as listed, the amenities were plentiful (it had everything we needed), and the view of the ocean and sunsets from the deck is gorgeous. This neighborhood is a little quieter and slightly farther away from Kailua-Kona than others, but that’s exactly what we were looking for. I would definitely recommend Michele’s home to anyone looking for a peaceful and beautiful time on the island. Thanks again, Michele! ##### Katherine M. 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