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Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea

Escape to a tranquil paradise where you can swim with marine life in crystal-clear waters and watch sunsets from your own lanai.

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Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea

Hale Kai means 'Home by the Sea' and sits only 20' from the ocean. Step outside this home onto your own private white sand under the shade of your palm tree garden. Hale Kai sits 32' above the water on a pali and within a few minutes of the house, one can snorkel, swim, scuba dive, hike, surf and kayak and enjoy the pristine beauty of a quiet, serene and romantic ocean side setting. You will love lounging on the shaded and tiled lanai overlooking the Pacific Ocean entertained by the locals... Spinner Dolphins, Green Sea Turtles and Humpback Whales.

You will really enjoy our new Sunset Pool in the downstairs lanai. The pool will help you cool off on those warmer days and provide a wonderful place to watch the sun slide into the ocean while sipping on a Mai-Tai. The all tiled new pool is definitely a game changer!

The Plantation style home has 3000 square feet of breathtaking views from any part of the house and is surrounded by water in three directions and some of the most pristine coral reefs in all the islands. Located conveniently halfway between Kona and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hale Kai makes a great base from which to explore the Hilo and Kona side of the island.

Lulled to sleep by moonlight on the water, Hale Kai will flow into you as you enjoy the moonlight and stars on the water.

Beaches near the Home: 3 beaches lie close to the house. Sea Cave Beach is a 20 minute hike South & hosts a cool sea cave where one can swim. Beyond the sea cave, the beach is about two hundred yards wide & deep. It is a sand & pebble beach & provides great swimming, sunbathing & snorkeling unless there is a large winter swell.

The second beach is at Milolii Beach Park where sand pockets are surrounded by lava & coral to form a very quiet wading area for kids with great swimming, snorkeling & scuba further out. Great place for kids to play in the tidepools. Milolii Beach Park is about a 5 minute drive from the house.

The third & by far the most spectacular beach is located at Honamolino Bay, a 5 minute drive & then a 20 minute walk from the historic yellow church. It has been touted as one of the most beautiful beaches in all the islands. A true tropical paradise, the water is almost always very calm with many coconuts palms along a crescent of black sand.

Location, Location Location: Located conveniently between Kona and Volcano's National Park, this home is a great base from which to explore the island. The lushness of Hilo Town (The City of Orchids) is a beautiful drive through the rain forests of Hawaii Volcano's National Park. The nightlife and restaurants of Kona are less than an hour's drive from the house.

The area is quiet and serene with stunning sunsets and lots of room to explore. The Kings Trail runs through here and can be walked for many miles. The kayaks that come with the house can also be used to explore miles and miles of coastline. Secret beaches, sea caves and lots of marine life can be discovered with a trip either up or down the coast. You will see parts of Hawaii that very few visitors ever see. If you are lucky, the local Spinner Dolphins, Green Sea Turtles and Humpback Whales may choose to swim with you. A once in a lifetime experience!

National Parks Near Hale Kai: Haunaunau National Historical Monument is North of the house about half an hour and features a comprehensive look back into the ancient Hawaiian culture with a reconstruction of the 'City of Refuge'. Watch an outrigger canoe be carved from a single log as well as sea turtles haul out of the bay. Lots of great info in a beautiful setting. A short walk North at a site called 'Two Step' also hosts some of the islands best snorkeling and diving and a chance to swim with dolphins.

Hawaii Volcano National Park is located about an hour's drive East and features one of the only places in the world where one can hike and watch fresh red hot lava waterfall into the sea. Petroglyphs, rainforests, lava caves, a world class visitor center, Hawaii Volcano National Park should not be missed. Guests should easily plan on spending at least a full day here exploring the park and another full day in Hilo hunting out waterfalls and enjoying the Tsunami Museum among other attractions. We want you to have a great time at Hale Kai just like we have over the years and are here to help in the planning process.

Property manager

Mike or Jamie Selby

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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 TA-080-077-4144-01, GE-080-077-4144-01

Property is also known as

Spectacular Oceanfront Home House Captain Cook
Spectacular Oceanfront Home Captain Cook
Spectacular Oceanfront Captai
Spectacular Oceanfront Home Captain Cook
Spectacular Oceanfront Home Private vacation home
Spectacular Oceanfront Home Private vacation home Captain Cook

About the neighborhood

Map
Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Papa Bay - 15 min walk
  • South Kona Beaches - 39 min drive
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 42 min drive
  • Ho'okena Beach Park - 47 min drive
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Local Comfort Food - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪South Kona Coffee - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mother Goose Farms - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Thai Grindz and More - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Keei Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Papa Bay, Manuka State Park, and Manuka State Wayside Park. Ka Lae Paakai is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away.

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Spectacular Oceanfront! 20' from the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

kristy v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The sound of the waves was the best!
Very nice and relaxing, a little to far off the main road for us, but still enjoyed. Should’ve talked to property manager about trail to beach never did find one, it’s very hot walking around on the lava. Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love our time spent here. This was our second time and just as happy as the first time.
We love our time we spend exploring The Big Island
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We lived this property! The view cannot be beat! You can hear the waves crashing against the sea walls and it’s just magical! There is so much to explore just off site! Our kids had a blast exploring the lava sea cliffs and playing in the tide pools. The neighborhood is quiet, peaceful and safe. We enjoyed having our breakfasts and dinners out in the balcony and the kids loved the soak pool. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
The house is beautiful! Great views of water and the whales swimming by. The drive down the hill was very curvy and made the trips in and out very planned. Wish the pool had been a little warmer for swimming, but the top deck is where we did most of our hanging out.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rusty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Nice quiet relaxing place. A good spot to get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location!
If you're really wanting to get away, and enjoy the amazing sunsets this is your place. The home is big, very pretty, with an awesome balcony with panoramic views! We had to reach the owner for a couple of reasons, and he was so polite and responsive. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Breathtaking Ocean View
Quiet Location except for the unending ocean sounds! Beautiful view of the ocean and surrounding area. Loved seeing whales from the deck. The house has definitely rooms with views. Would have loved curtains that fully closed. Visitors to the open lava area next to the house made us a bit uneasy at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Jen B., West Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property!
We couldn't say enough about this property and really enjoyed our stay here. The pool was cold so we didn't use it and the only other suggestion is to ensure you are prepared and have what you need. It is a drive to get to the nearest stores, but once you have what you need, staying here is just amazing. The waves, views, sunsets and all is just as advertised. Excellent walking along the rocks/coast close to the property and would advise to have some good hiking boots, or gymshoes at the least. Not for sandals. The rest is just amazing!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical getaway
Nice home in peaceful neighborhood. Descriptions match the listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lorimer Family Reunion
We loved being right on the water and going to sleep with the sound of waves breaking on the nearby shore. While the house is remote from the centre of Kona tourism, the isolation is a great benefit to rest and relaxation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base to get away from it all
Lovely home with unparalleled views and vibes. Amazing water, night skies, and home. So peaceful falling asleep to the sound of the waves when you can pull yourself away from the stars to go to sleep. Great host. Great island. Great home. Mahalo
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet neighborhood
The house was quiet and comfortable and right on the water- we saw whales every day and dolphins too. We were looking to escape the crowds and tourists and this was a great place to do just that. The lack of AC didn’t bother us and the property manager and house keeper were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at this amazing ocean front property!
The sound of the surf and the view from the lanai were magical. The house was bright and full of ocean breezes with lots of space and delightful artwork. Our host was excellent with a great list of suggested visit activities. Top notch getaway! Our only regret was not booking it for a longer stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on the point!
So glad we chose this beautiful home for our trip to Hawaii. The house is exactly as it is described. Comfy and cozy inside, and being literally right at the waters edge makes the wrap around deck sublime for sunsets! Jumping off the cliff was a blast. The road down from the hwy is no joke, but the location was great for visiting both sides of the island. We all agreed we would come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

darren l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only the sound of crashing surf.
This is out of the way in a quiet neighborhood end of the road location. Very relaxing Hawaiian experience. You can get into the ocean to snorkel and swim, but it’s not a beach. House is roomy and a great kitchen. I would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Von H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Couldn't have asked for a more perfect vacation house, the view was breathtaking, each room had its own paradise view, went to sleep with the sound of the ocean and waking up to Paradise. Very clean and well maintained. Our family enjoyed it very much, will definitely be talking about this house for years to come and hope to revisit again. -Mahalo-
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
We enjoyed every minute of our stay here. From beautiful sunsets to thunderstorms out on the ocean in the evening. In November the temperature was perfect for us, even if it was raining on the highway it would still be sunny and warm down by the water. The volcano erupted while we were there giving us a great view of the evening glow from a safe distance! Everything you would expect from a beachfront house.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamison H., winnebago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful quiet escape
Spent 6 restful days and nights enjoying the view, watching whales and drinking wine. Just what we needed away from tourists and congested in-town and resort locations. We were close to south point and still far enough north to make a trip into Captqin Cook an easy drive. The house is well apportioned with everything we needed. There are life jackets, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, beach chairs and coolers available for day trips. Had a great time and look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

PETER K.

Fantastic Home, Location, Views and Hosts!
It would be an understatement to say that we were happy with our experience at Hale Kai. The location is away from the hustle and hassle of the resort area(s) to the north but close (enough) to amenities like gas, groceries, and just about anything else you might want to do while on the Big Island. The home itself is in great shape, well appointed and the hosts - local and away - are very responsive and accommodating. The proximity to the ocean is perfect, sleeping and waking to the sights and sounds of the ocean is the only way to visit. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Spectacular views of the ocean, sealife & the stars!
Our family were overwhelmed by this property! Amazing accommodations for all 5 of us. The trip to/from Kona was longer than I expected so Plan B went into place which was purchasing more food at Costco than we originally planned so we could stay in for more meals. We watched whale, bottlenose dolphin, spinner dolphin & fish right from the lanai. Simply amazing experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kathy R.

Views were incredible!
Hale Kai has a view of the ocean that is absolutly beautiful! The sounds of waves are heard in every room. The house is well stocked making it feel like home. The drive down to the house is not for the faint of heart and great if you don't go up and down ever day.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brenda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away from it all!!
Amazing place to unwind and observe the wonders of the big island. Whale watching from the deck, watching the tropical fish from the cliff, seeing the storms roll in…loved every second of it!! This place is just what I was looking for…solitude…calm…listening to the ocean waves…doesn’t get better. Just know it takes an effort to get there and your going to drive awhile but if seeing the real, rugged big island is what you want and to get away from people for awhile…this is an amazing place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
I loved this home! Thank you Mike for letting us enjoy this paradise. It is out of the way, but with a much needed relaxing and down time it was PERFECT! It was my Grandaughters Sweet Sixteen and she chose Hawaii and loved every minute of it. We couldn't keep her inside! The little pool was awesome for cooling off and just enjoying the sunset. We could not have asked for more..
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Anton W.

Beautiful Location, Nice Home, Quiet and Relaxing
A bit remote and the drive from the belt highway is challenging, but once you're there you are really at land's end. We saw spinner dolphins, a few mongooses, did some ocean kayaking, and made the difficult walk to the beautiful, almost private black sand beach to the south. A good location for the drive to South Point, and a good starting point for the trip to Volcano National Park, though the park was closed during our visit because of ongoing volcanic activity.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded, adventure base for a family adventure
We didn’t want the resort type vacation. We wanted to be close to adventure and away from crowds and that’s exactly what this house offered. It was a perfect week for our family. Evening dinners together on the lanai, daytime adventures snorkeling, spear fishing and kayaking right below the house. It was a perfect base for our day time trips to Hilo and Kona as well. Best vacation and secluded, private house which added to our priceless time together as a family. Great communication with property owner and property manager. Great directions and easy to follow directions for check in and checkout. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023