Oceanfront Home - Kealakekua Bay

The property was as described. It was very spacious and easily accommodated our 14 people. The kitchen was well-stocked. One odd thing is that there are enough paper products for several days, but then you are responsible for additional toilet paper and paper towels after the initial provisioning. Jessica, the manager, is extremely helpful!I would stay there again!

We tried to have owner respond to us via messenger to solve issues regarding the home but no response. Property was used for a month by another party, and they left it a ungodly mess, even with 2-3 people cleaning 6 hours we were left with huge amounts of bugs (hundreds, and we do have experience in Hawaii so it isn't lack of knowledge), dirt and filth, broken doors and spend much of our time the first day cleaning so we can cook. Huge amounts of trash which lead to ants and flies inside and out. Fridge was filthy, water leak upstairs and bowing into lower room ceiling. Property manager is very kind and apologized. BUT we were let in 1.5 hours late and 1000 worth of groceries were spoiled we had picked up with ice but in the 81-degree weather the 1.5 hours spoiled all perishables the day before thanksgiving. But to note they were in the house (didn't knock) to clean before checking out day we left. Upstairs door did not shut so bugs and animals came in, the hot tub didn't work- goggle wouldn't work to do so, we had to add extra fans and sheets as they were horribly stained, and two beds had holes. For a house that was 6900 for 5 days it was not represented in this fashion. We expected the noise & people from the park and outdated due to the other reviews this though was not even close to ok experience, and we are a really easy group.

Can’t beat the bay dolphins everyday and unreal snorkeling was leery about no a/c and honestly that is the only thing the place needs

We had several cousins come to island to visit, and this was the perfect property. Most days no one wanted to go anywhere because there was just no need! Right on the water, beautiful snorkeling, comfortable, room for everyone to spread out. Hope to do again!

The home was able to accommodate all 10 of us comfortably. The views from this home were gorgeous! The constant sounds of waves lullabied you to sleep each night. Sunsets & sunrises were breathtaking! They are not kidding about the insects, lizards and mongoose, they are everywhere! Make sure to close all doors when sleeping or leaving for the day. There is no a/c in the main house, but temps gets cooler at night. Linens/furniture could be updated, but overall satisfied with the week long stay there. Owner might need to mention that part of park grounds across street are sacred to locals. We were exploring back area of park and accidently entered sacred ground, there were no signs indicating this, and was yelled out by a few locals. (We were forgiven, thankfully) Jess was very helpful and gave us some good advise of places to see. Save your chicken bones, she feeds the eels each night (pretty cool!)

Our trip was great, except didn't realize there was no AC except one bedroom. House was wonderful as was the location. Recommend this home

I would first like to say that Donna and Gary were great to work with. We held a wedding here and I could not have been happier. Everyone that stayed at the home loved waking up to the ocean. I had no clue there was an air conditioned room which was amazing for the day of getting ready for the wedding. Perfect bookshelf for my makeup artist to place everything and it was right next to a window for natural light. Our wedding did get rained out but the house was big enough we could hold everyone inside! There are geckos and bugs in the home. However if you don’t bother them, they won’t bother you. And the last 3 days there we didn’t even see them! The house next door has a great little spot to hangout which was perfect when we wanted to snorkel and kayak but be away from the crowded beaches and reef. Beds were comfy and kitchen had every amenity. They were just missing a kitchen aid mixer ;) but they did have the old school mixer. Really great spot just outside of Kona.

A family of 10 stayed at the house for 12 days. The home is spacious and the layout beneficial for a larger party (everyone had their own space but their was ample room to play games, eat and enjoy each others company. It's hard to beat the location right on Kealakekua Bay. The views, sunsets and sounds of the ocean are stunning. You share the kayaks and beach gear with the other housing units (walk to the house next door to borrow them). We found the outdoor shower delightful and efficient for cleaning off snorkeling/scuba equipment. The owner and on site hostess were very responsive with any questions/needs. Snorkeling and diving right outside the house was a plus and the 20min kayak over to captain cook monument was enjoyable! The house has a lot of critters (rats, cockroaches, flys, geckos, etc...). The gas grill has seen better days as has the kitchen ware, beach gear and beds/linens. Small improvements would go a long way to bring the house up to the ambiance of its surrounding area. The house sits at the end of Puuhonua rd which receives a lot of visitors during the day and night (there were folks partying in the parking lot outside until late in the evening and individuals/grounds keepers up early in the morning with leaf blowers). Overall we enjoyed the exterior of the home the most and got lost staring into the bay each evening at sunset.

Beautiful spot on the bay. Great location to stay and chill and convenient to surrounding places to visit. Very much enjoyed by our six family members. House readily accommodates many more - very spacious. Gracious host and caretaker as well. Ready access to the bay for snorkeling and kayaking. Lovely.

Absolutely loved our time as a family in this beautiful home! Mornings on the lanai watching the dolphins and whales. Afternoons snorkeling, evenings watching the sunset and nights under the Milky Way.