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Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays

Escape to paradise where spinner dolphins playfully swim alongside you as you snorkel or dive into crystal-clear waters.

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays

Kealakekua Bay (which means Pathway to the Gods) has one of the Big Island's most spectacular coral reefs. Because it is a Marine Life Sanctuary, the fish are plentiful and swarm over the well developed reef that slopes from the shores into the ocean. Spinner dolphins, Manta Rays, and Green Sea turtles are commonly seen resting in the Bay. Humpback Whales visit in the winter season from January to March. The reefs make this area an underwater showcase, so come enjoy a swim or snorkel, and dive into some of the worlds most pristine waters, all well within walking distance from the house. Often there is an opportunity to swim with the plentiful spinner dolphins, right in the bay.

Enjoy the peacefulness, beauty, and spirit of old Hawaii when you visit this vacation rental home at Kealakekua Bay. Get away from the crowds and traffic in Kailua-Kona town.

This well equipped home has everything needed for a comfortable stay from a week or two to a month or more. Fully furnished, 2 bedroom with 1 1/2 baths, fruit trees and garden, and cooking utensils, and laundry facility. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquility of old Hawaii. Call Kay for reservations or information and when you leave a message, please also give your time zone and best time to call. With our low rates, you can enjoy more activities and still have a great place to stay. Local fruits provided when in season. Bonus: Upon your arrival, you are provided a supply of Kona Coffee, Juice, Milk, Bread, Jams, Eggs, and some local snacks.
This house has two levels. Upper unit is vacation rental. Downstairs has a quiet couple .
There is a BBQ garden and tables under the mango tree so its cool and shady. There is a wash area for beach items. You can relax outdoor.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Kay Wilson

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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-016-175-7696-01, TA-016-175-7696-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Steps Ocean Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay Konakays House
Steps Ocean Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay Konakays Captain Cook
Steps Ocean Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay Konakays House
Steps Ocean Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay Konakays Captain Cook
Steps Ocean Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay Konakays

About the neighborhood

Map
Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park - 7 min walk
  • Kealakekua Bay - 7 min walk
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 7 min drive
  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 10 min drive
  • Captain Cook Monument - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Menehune Coffee Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sacred Grounds Coffee Farm - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gypsea Gelato - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Kapahukapu Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, and Hikiau Heiau State Monument. Kealakekua Bay and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient Location
Location was nice, within walking distance (5 mins) from a bay with Captain Cook Monument. Unit is above a very nice couple. Actual unit is very dated but was clean. A/C unit in main bedroom, otherwise there are fans. Washer/dryer are outside on 1st floor and shared wirh couple down stairs
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great!
We really enjoyed staying at Kei's property. The space and grounds were exactly as depicted. It was spacious, clean and suited us and our stay perfectly. Enjoyed the location, very close to Mainini Beach and the Place of Refuge. Kei was very kind and helpful even when we accidentally locked outselves out, twice. Felt like we were staying with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and great host
Kay was so kind and shared fresh fruit from her fruit stand. We loved the short walk to the beach. It was so close and we walked there to snorkel and watch the sunset. We were just down the road from Two Step beach. The unit is dated but very clean. It was a great base for our vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

henry h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
This area is incredibly beautiful Truly heaven on earth
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KonKay and her delightful property
Basic two bedroom with all amenities! Check what’s there before going to shop! Kay was delightful and accommodating and invited us to pick fruits on property….wonderful bonus!! Close to beach and share the beauty of Kona
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Severine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
7 days at big island
Charming condo, with all the necessities. The neighbors downstairs are very nice, as is the landlady next door. Not far from the ocean. Quiet location, with birdsong and the smell of flowers in the morning. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
This cute apartment reminds me of my grandma’s place. Apartment is older, but it has everything that you need in there. It is walking distance to a small bay where you can snorkeling with beautiful fishes. There is a fruit stand right outside where you can get local fruits. Kay, the owner is super nice and friendly. The only down side is the apartment is on second floor and can get pretty warm in summer time. We stayed for 3 nights and really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and host
Location within close walking distance of Kealakekua Bay and Manini Beach. Kay was very responsive, helpful and generous with her abundance of fruit. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big island
We enjoyed our stay. Lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!
We thoroughly loved staying here! The location is amazing- close to the water, and lots of things to do. The kitchen is well equiped and the space is comfortable with two full bedrooms. Kay is a gracious host - she shared fruits from the property and let us pick some too. She runs a fruit and baked goods stand next door. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very welcoming. Couple of take aways
Amazing location. You really feel like a local. So close to key Captain Cook venues. Apt is large. They supply all that you need and more. Frig was stocked with some great treats. Such Aloja spirit. WiFi is sporadic and not strong in half of the house. Window unit for the master and many fans provided. Overall a great experience and super nice owner Kay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol G., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
We very much enjoyed our stay at Kay's comfortable and spacious apartment. We love Kealakekua Bay and all that it offers and Kay's apartment was well suited to our experience. Kay was very responsive to any of our needs and her Hawaiian hospitality was very much appreciated. Maholo Kay!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M., New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Value
This is a fun neighborhood with one lane streets and immediate proximity to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

maria s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Fantastic Host
This upstairs unit is a 5-minute walk from the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii. Kaye was an amazing generous host. The unit is well-equipped and very clean. The heat during our stay was intense so we scheduled our time away from the unit in the afternoon and evening. A window AC unit made the bedroom bearable at night. Thanks for a great stay Kaye!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kona Kay's house was perfectly located, a 5 minute walk from the beach and still very quiet. Manini is a slice of Heaven. The house is not new or fancy, it's somewhat old fashioned, spacious, quiet, clean. The beds are very comfortable...having a bath and a half was great...Kay was very helpful, kind and friendly but not at all intrusive. She offered fresh fruit from her stand, nice because there are no nearby stores. Parking is easy. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steps from the beach
Budget travelers will appreciate this well-equipped place in beautiful Napoop’o on Kealakekua Bay. Two of us did multi-hour dives from the beach, which a mere five-minute walk away. On top of that, Kay is a such a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful oasis
Amazing location a short walk from a wonderful historic bay with fantastic snorkeling. Swam with a manta ray one morning. Kay was so kind, provided us with more fruit than we could handle, and plenty of other food and goodies. The neighborhood itself is also great to walk around, with plenty of beautiful flowers and birds. Very short drive to Two Step and The City of Refuge, both of which are must sees. I would recommend this spot to anyone I know.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rihui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a good time staying at Kay's lovely place. It's very conveniently located near two-step, which made our snorkeling trips so easy. It's also just a few mins of walk to our Kayak launching site to captain cook. There's a lot of room on the second floor. And the kitchen is well stocked. The communication is smooth. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna R., San Anselmo, California

Plenty Aloha!
Felt right at home. Wish I was still there. Loved walking down to the ocean for sunrise. One of my favorite sacred places in the world, and Kona Kay's makes it affordable for us to experience. Mahalo Kay, Anna Hali'a Rizzo
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

liran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Kay was very kind and the property was clean but air condition is must in hawaii and in the condo was have only portable air condition in 1 room
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen S., Abbotsford, BC, Canada

A suitable spot to stay off the beaten track
This was a good location to see and do other things in the surrounding area. It's a bit of drive to get anywhere and a really narrow winding road. We enjoyed the nearby beaches and the bay is full of marine life. Pros: Price, location, friendly owner and downstairs tenants Cons: Greeted by the smell of cat feces in the yard upon arrival, dishes were not clean and had to be re-washed

8/10 Good

LISA V., Washington State, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy living vacation.
Kay, her downstairs tenants, friends, and neighbors were welcoming and gracious. We felt safe and relaxed at her cozy rental apartment. Walking down to the kayak rental was a breeze. Not fancy, just fabulous! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole F.

Excellent location, clean, homey
Kay's property is so cool--she has large fruit trees growing in the yard where you can pick tangelos and she provides a juicer so you can have fresh juice in the morning! She also left us some essential groceries which was really nice, since we got in late and didn't have a chance to go the store. A short walk to kayak rental to go over to captain cook, as well as Manini beach, (great for snorkeling with a wonderful little park). She really took the time to make her place clean, comfy, and there were little touches to make us feel welcome as guests. Appreciate her sharing her home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Gabrielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area
The good news: Kay was so sweet and the property has everything we needed in the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms. Was the perfect size for our family and easy walk to beautiful beach views. Easy drive to many nearby attractions too. The bad news: We visited during June/July and the property was HOT during the day. Even with the fans and a/c in bedroom, it was not comfortable to be in most of the property. We spent most of the days out anyway and during the evening it cooled waaaaay down. So if you are planning to stay at property throughout the day, be prepared. I’d still stay there again despite this though!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Patricia H., Juneau, AK

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favorite things about this house was the location
One of our favorite places on the big island is the Manini Beach Park at Kealakekua Bay. This is the first time we rented a property in this area. This house was within easy walking distance of Manini Beach. Kay was an accommodating host and allowed us to make a quick stop, before check in time, to drop off food we were bring with us from another rental. Kay shared some of the fruit with us from the many fruit trees on the grounds. The house itself was an older home and a bit dated. The most unfortunate thing about the house was the windows did not face the prevailing wind and it would get hot during the afternoon. We didn’t spend much time at the house so it wasn’t too much of a problem for us. Fortunately, there was an air conditioner in the master bedroom which made that room comfortable for sleeping.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2022