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Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool.

Escape to a tropical paradise where every day brings stunning sunsets and unforgettable experiences amidst lush surroundings.

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Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool.

Stately and serene, THE HOME OF THE HULA MOON is one of the most beautiful contemporary oceanfront properties in PUAKO. Each bedroom has a perfect ocean view. Located near the end of the road, you will enjoy year-round sunsets and privacy.

Puako has the best beach weather on the Big Island. Stunning sunsets, views of Maui, and an infinity lawn to the ocean. Plus a large courtyard pool. There is lots of room for a large family and friends at this 5000/7000 sq. foot home on the beach.

We do not have Air Conditioning, but the large ceiling fans, and ocean breezes keep it very pleasant.

We don't allow weddings, events, receptions or any type of workshops at our home so please don't ask to be the exception to this rule, because we just won't rent to you.

The home has a large infinity lawn and there is no barrier between the house and the ocean, therefore, please note the layout of the property and think about the people in your group, prior to booking this vacation rental.

All vacation rentals must have a STVR permit from the County of Hawaii in order to be a rental. We were among the first to receive ours, so we are in full compliance. STVR-19-349600, NUCR-21-0441.

Please see my generic "for reference only" contract attached under rates for details. You will need to sign a waiver and a case specific contract in order to finalize your booking at The Hula Moon and once you book, I will email that contract to you.

Back to the fun stuff.

As you enter through the gates, lush tropical plantings enhance the large courtyard swimming pool and generous lanai. The pool is usually between 79 and 86 degrees depending on the season. The pool is less than 4 feet deep.

THE HOME OF THE HULA MOON is designed so that every room has a magnificent view of the ocean, you will love the open and airy feeling of this large large contemporary home.

HULA MOON offers gracious living in a relaxed atmosphere. So, including the covered lanais, you have almost 7000 square feet of indoor/outdoor living space. The two-story Great Room is very inviting with wonderful views of the ocean. The beautiful oceanside lanai has a dining table for 8 to 10. The lanai also has large chairs for relaxing and a punee for lounging. There is a built-in bar. We have a small sandy beach just to the left of our home, which great for playing with the kids. People often snorkel in the tide pools in front of the house at high tide.

You will enjoy watching the humpback whales in season, spinner dolphins, and green sea turtles from the house. The Puako reef offers some of the best snorkeling and walk-in scuba diving on the Big Island. We are located between two beach access points so you will have very few people along the beach, past our home.

We have four large bedrooms with maximum privacy. The Kona and Kohala suites are on the main floor and both have stunning ocean views and doors that open onto the lanai. Each suite has been beautifully appointed with new King mattresses and new linens. Both have large bathrooms with a separate dressing area and a large "open air" but enclosed shower filled with tropical plants.

The two spacious upstairs bedrooms have expansive ocean views and a private lanai that runs the length of the house. The Aloha suite has a new King bed and a new punee (Hawaiian twin bed) for relaxing. The Turtle suite has new Twin beds (that can be made into a KING Bed) and a daybed . The Turtle suite is a great room choice for the kids, or for parents who want to sleep with their child. Of course, it is also perfect for for friends to share. Both upstairs bedrooms have bathrooms with large walk-in showers.

Each bedroom has a TV set. There are 6 televisions with many premium cable channels throughout the house. We still have one DVD player and we have have a large selection of DVD movies in the Living room cabinets.

There are ceiling fans, portable fans and louvered windows in every room. There is No AIR CONDITIONING but if you leave the louvers open it remains cool and comfortable. Every bed has a blanket plus a quilt or comforter which guests often need at night.

If you have business to attend to, we have several work stations. We have good wifi coverage on the property and it's the best that Spectrum has to offer. The internet is great for streaming and most work but it’s not meant for realtime gaming or other low-latency tasks. Guests may not unplug the modem, the router or the sync modules which are there to increase coverage. If you do this, you may shut down the system and it will be down until my IT person can get to the home. He charges $195 per hour, so call me or your concierge before trying to "burp" the system, otherwise, expect a delay and an invoice.

The upstairs double office has a printer that you are welcome to use to copy papers. There is paper and spare ink in the drawer. There is also another punee (Hawaiian lounging bed) for relaxing. This can sleep an adult or teen if someone needs to sleep separately, but let us know well in advance if this is anticipated, so we can make it up properly.

I am sorry to have to remind you of this, but please note, you may NOT take the mattresses off the beds and move them into different parts of the home or outdoors. And please do not move the indoor chairs outdoors or vice versa.

Extra housekeeping, in-home massage, kayak rentals, catering and more can be arranged locally so please ask our concierge. We will do our best to give you some options so that you can make the arrangements for your perfect Puako experience!

By the way, in the bathrooms, we provide hand soap and bar soap for our guests, but we do not provide shampoo or conditioner so please bring your own.

HULA MOON is a welcoming home where visitors can feel like a local. Just follow these simple rules and you will become part of our ohana of happy guests.

HULA MOON is professionally managed by the owner and her staff. This is my second home and our only vacation rental property, and it shows in our attention to details. We want you to respect and love Hula Moon the way that we do.

This property is compliant with Hawaii Tax Act 326. We collect and pay our Hawaii GET and TAT taxes. Our tax ID numbers are: W25465279-01.
GE 152-401-5104-01.

Please include your correct PHONE NUMBER when making an inquiry. This is very important to us as we cannot continue to respond to you without it.

Welcome to the HOME OF THE HULA MOON in lovely Puako.
Warmest Aloha.

Property manager

Gail (owner) Christian "Niki" (concierge)

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: $1000 from your deposit if you smoke inside

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: Our pool and the ocean require constant supervison

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
Note from host: No Weddings, Workshops, Events etc. at my home.
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 W25465279-01, GE-152-401-5104-01, 690060200000

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Puako, HI

What's nearby

  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 14 min drive
  • Waikoloa Beach Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 21 min drive
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waikoloa Coffee Company - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Puako Beach, Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course, and Waialea Beach. Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course and Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Serene PUAKO BEACHFRONT ESTATE. All Oceanview bedrooms, Large courtyard Pool. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location and Property
Exactly as advertised. Beautiful property, great location and laid back vibes. Our family enjoyed it tremendously and highly recommend to any and all guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay -
We had a great time with family. Property was amazing and Niki could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and Location
Great property for our group. The pool was great to have. Turtles everywhere on the beach, rocks and when snorkeling out front. Quiet neighborhood. Great snorkeling out front and down the road where paid tours go…. Everything we needed for cooking meals and nice to have a spare fridge for all our drinks. All communications were great! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
It was a perfect house for the 8 of us ( three generations). It is a beautiful house, location and setting. The host was fantastic and we have no complaints.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home & View
The house was beautiful and very well furnished. Wonderful view from the house and the terrific back porch. This house and rental experience was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Puako house on the ocean
Hula Moon is a wonderful house for a family of 10! The location, close to the ocean with a beautiful large lawn and deck, is perfect! There is exceptional art work all around the house. Everything is quality -- high end kitchen (+ 3 refrigerators!) with plentiful supplies -- sitting areas everywhere and a wrap around upstairs deck. All the rooms have a direct view of the ocean and sunsets.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Premium accomodations
Well appointed kitchen, bathrooms, outdoor living spaces and extras (coolers, beach bags, beach chairs, beach towels) that made the vacation extra relaxing. The home comfortably suited our family of 10 with beds for 4 children and 3 large bedrooms, walk in closets, outdoor rain showers for 3 couples. The home is expertly decorated and furnished with quality seating and conversation areas. A truly beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another incredible family vacation
This is our second time vacationing at the Hula Moon and as soon as we returned home we booked it again for next year. The home is absolutely gorgeous with incredible views. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with everything you could possibly need to cook with. Our favorite pastime was relaxing on the beautiful lanai. Thank you Gail and Nikki for another wonderful vacation!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
I cannot say enough about this place. This is the second time we have stayed there. We absolutely love it. The whale, turtle watching is the best.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
What a beautiful location and home. Our 3 kids, their grandparents and my husband and I greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Puako Beach home
Beautiful home in a wonderful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

W Thomas T., Prescott, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent retreat
Perfect place for our annual family vacation (6 adults and 4 kids). First class, luxurious accommodation and excellent support and service. We hated to leave.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
This was a wonderful home right on the water. The views are spectacular and the neighborhood is quite and friendly. Great communication with both the property manager and owner. We loved our stay and look forward to returning in the near future. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jen f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Fabulous Stay in Serene Puako
Everything regarding the Home of the Hula Moon is sublime. Niki and Leo were responsive and awesome. We hope to return again and again. Mahalo for another memorable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in Hawaii
This home was absolutely as advertised. Spectacular accommodations and location with great, attentive hosts. We could not have been happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

amazing
we just spend a week at the House of the Hula Moon and it was wonderful. The house is even better in person and the location is perfect. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you for such a wonderful week!

10/10 Excellent

Alexander R., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We travel widely, and this is the cleanest VRBO we've ever stayed in. You can tell the owner really cares about and for the property. Energetically quiet and beautiful location. The owner and property manager were very helpful & responsive. We highly recommend Hula Moon, and plan to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Magical Stay at Home of the Hula Moon
This is our family’s second stay at this gorgeous home, and this trip was just as magical as the first. The home itself is impeccable, beautifully decorated, comfortable and stocked with everything you could need. The location is one of a kind. We had perfect weather and were lucky enough to see awesome whale activity right from the back patio, all week long. The kids and adults alike spent hours walking along the shoreline and we saw so much beautiful wildlife. The sea turtles abound right outside! Gail and Niki are communicative and organized; amazing hosts of an incredible property. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home!
We had a great stay with nine of us! Plenty of room! The home has everything you need to cook with! The beach is great early in the morning to walk out and see sea turtles! (The beach isn’t friendly for swimming or playing in the sand since it’s lava rock, Which the listing does say). There’s a really nice beach five minutes away that’s secluded and beautiful! The sunsets and sunrise are beautiful! This home is made for relaxing! The pool was so fun for the kids! I would recommend this house for anyone that wants a high end home on the beach. Also, side note no shampoo and conditioner (which the listing says) but I didn’t notice so be sure to stop at the store before arriving!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Incredibly relaxing and tranquil location...this house has everything, including an amazing kitchen with every tool a chef would want!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Glorious retreat
My daughter and I celebrated her birthday in this gorgeous estate..it is so perfect we did not want to leave ...everything immaculate ..large pool..grassy backyard ..we can't wIt to tell all our friends about this special spot

10/10 Excellent

Lyle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house on Puako Beach
The house was very clean. We had been planning this trip for a year and was not disappointed. We had an age range of 3-56 and could not have been happier. Beautiful view, sunsets.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

john w., Sebastopol, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Wonderful property, beautiful house, comfortable furnishings, and shelves stocked with appliances and condiments. Our 3-generation family couldn't haver asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to return to paradise
Home of the Hula Moon is one of the most incredible properties that I have ever stayed in. The home itself is impeccable with large open rooms and beautiful decor. Our favorite pastime was relaxing on the lanai and watching for whales. We are already planning another trip to visit next year. Thank you Gail and Nikki for your wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Surprise 60th Birthday Celebration
This home should get 6 stars...Perfection.