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Luxury Home With Amazing Ocean View Above Kealakekua Bay -BIG lanai with HOT TUB

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Outdoor spa tub
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach
Smart TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • 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.

Luxury Home With Amazing Ocean View Above Kealakekua Bay -BIG lanai with HOT TUB

Newly built LUXURY designer home including a 6-person HOT TUB and an amazing view of the ocean. The living space on the top floor is 2300 sq. ft. including a covered lanai of 1150 sq. ft. Bedrooms with attached bathrooms are 30 ft. apart with which make each bedroom very private. This is the top floor. The ground floor is rented long term. Both floors are totally separated and very private.

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Perfectly located getaway just above historical Kealakekua Bay, ranked as #11 by CNN as the world's best-snorkeling destinations and #1 among the Hawaii islands. Yet close to Kona in a beautiful and quiet area with the old Hawaiian feeling. Just minutes away from beaches, snorkeling, restaurants, supermarket, cafes, banks, hospital and more. It is situated in a very nice and quiet neighborhood.

The airport is 6 miles north of Kailua-Kona. Our house is perfectly located 14 miles south of Kailua-Kona. As a reference, Kona Paradise which may save you a few dollars is another 12 miles or a 25-minute drive south of our house further away from Kailua-Kona.

Our newly built LUXURY house has 2300 sq. ft. (215 sq. m.) living area including a covered lanai and is super comfortable with everything you can possibly need including a hot tub on the lanai and breathtaking 180-degree view of the ocean and the mountain.
Half of the 2300 sq. ft. living space consists of a covered lanai, great for enjoying your morning espresso while watching the sun climbing over the mountain top, or watch the sunset over the ocean. At night you will be amazed by our spacious 6-person hot tub on the lanai while gazing the stars. With a fantastic 180-degree view of the mountain and the ocean, from Kealakekua Bay to Honaunau Bay, you can sit for hours just relaxing in our luxury patio chaise loungers.

The beautiful fully equipped kitchen and living room are all in one and have a great espresso machine, microwave oven, regular oven, dishwasher, large Weber outdoor grill on the lanai and beautiful quartz-stone countertops.
You can cook in the kitchen and watch the 65-inch 4K TV in the living room at the same time or have a drink and a snack at the kitchen island that seats 4, while you are watching the chef preparing your food. Enjoy your dinner on the lanai at our big dinner table which seats up to eight.

The top floor has 2 bedrooms with attached bathrooms and walk-in closets. The unit sleeps 4 people (1 King and 2 Twin beds which can be put together), and there is a possibility to put in one extra folding bed with memory foam mattress (perfect for children or a small adult). The living room has a 65 inch TV and a luxury sofa. Cable TV with many channels and Netflix are included.

When you wake up in your bed in the morning, open your eyes, look out through the big sliders and be swept away by the amazing ocean view. At 1100 ft. the temperature is just perfect, 80 degrees during the day and 70 degrees at night. You sleep great at this elevation without air conditioning.

Our house is perfectly located in a beautiful neighborhood with an easy driveway and plenty of parking. Just minutes away from shopping and the best breakfast place on the island, The Coffee Shack.

Your first day, you are most likely heading down to Kealakekua Bay, to snorkel, watch wild spinner dolphins in the morning or kayaking. Either way, it’s a convenient 12-minute drive. Your second day, you may want to go south for 20 minutes and visit the sandy and most private beach of Hookena, one of the gems when it comes to beaches in the area, with great swimming and sometimes plenty of wild dolphins. The third day another gem is Honaunau National Historical Park (10 minutes drive). One of the evenings, you can drive 10 minutes north for fine dining at Keei Café, or just have great food at Annie's Burger, or continue another 10 minutes north for all the choices Kailua-Kona has to offer.

Our house is a great base for exploring the Island. We love to go around the Island for a long day, or if you haven’t done it before, stay a night in Hilo to have some more time exploring the area. Driving around the Island in one day, starting at 6 AM, will allow time for a visit to the Volcano, lunch in Hilo, driving the amazing 4-Mile Scenic Drive through the rain forest, experiencing Akaka Falls just before sunset and then coming back through Waimea and Kona around 8 PM. Adding another day will make time for a visit to Hilo Zoo, it’s a blast for the children, and watch the lava flow at night.
We always love to come back to the peace and calmness of our neighborhood and the house after a long day on the road. Going north of Kona to the resorts is an easy 45-minute drive and will be fun for a day. Hilton Waikoloa is well worth a visit just to get the feeling of how nice it is to be back at the house! There are several great beaches up north as well. The largest sandy beach on the island is Hapuna Beach Park (50-minute drive up north).

Property manager

Mikael and Carola Owner/ Manager

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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: We have one folding bed on each floor.

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 820090790000, GE-028-497-9200-01, TA-028-497-9200-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kealakekua Bay - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Captain Cook Monument - 15 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 18 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Menehune Coffee Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sacred Grounds Coffee Farm - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gypsea Gelato - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Home With Amazing Ocean View Above Kealakekua Bay -BIG lanai with HOT TUB pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Luxury Home With Amazing Ocean View Above Kealakekua Bay -BIG lanai with HOT TUB located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kona Coffee Living History Farm, Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden, and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum. Kona Historical Society Museum is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Luxury Home With Amazing Ocean View Above Kealakekua Bay -BIG lanai with HOT TUB Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay in paradise!
We loved our stay at the Whale House. The lanai space was spectacular. While we we didn't spend much time inside other than for sleeping, the rental had everything we needed for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent space with great views
Great views from a large, beautiful lanai. Great location in Captain Cook.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aloha at the White Whale House
We had a wonderful time at the White Whale House. It's beautifully furnished, comfortable, quiet with an outstanding sunset view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GORGEOUS HOME WITH OCEAN VIEW
Absolutely beautiful home with amazing view of ocean. Excellent communication from hosts, quick response with any questions we had. Jacuzzi was the cherry on top after a long day of exploring the island. The only suggestion I have is to invest in AC in home as it was extremely hot and humid inside home when we arrived, which was pretty unpleasant. Otherwise, exceptional stay! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain Cook Serenity
My husband and I stayed in this beautiful home for our 38th anniversary. The home was peaceful and away from the tourists. We especially enjoyed the lanai with the hot tub, views, grill and dining table. Other amenities that made our stay better were the washer/dryer, beach gear, and the espresso machine (beans from Kona Joes). We would recommend this lovely home to anyone wanting a peaceful experience with top notch amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P., Portsmouth, NH

What you see is what you get!
Beautiful living space, well-equipped kitchen -- great home away from home. Away from the hustle and bustle touristy areas. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views
Beautiful home overlooking the ocean in a quiet neighborhood. Good communication with the owners. The kitchen was well- equipped for home cooked meals during our trip. There were neighbors downstairs; but you hardly knew they were there. Check in/ out was a breeze. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy View
We had an amazing time staying in this beautiful home. The Lanai had the most stunning view and waking up every morning was just incredible. The house was comfortable and well equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. We were in a good location to many beaches, local restaurants and cafes. It is about an hours drive to big, long white sandy beaches but definitely worth it. I would highly recommend this lovely home! (Make sure you read all the house rules as no noise allowed after 8pm on the Lanai)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels F., Belgium

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place!
We really loved our 5 night stay in Captain cook. This very spacious, clean and very well equipped top floor appartement has a beautiful view from the Lanai. Communication with the owner was very efficient trough the app. He provided a list with nice things to do and nice places to eat. He let us know that we could check in earlier the same day.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S., Midland MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever
Amazing outdoor living space with spacious open lanai, very comfortable furniture, kitchen was well stocked with quality supplies. The house was extremely well appointed. The notes around the house were very helpful. The young lady living below was very helpful (especially during the brief power outage). We hardly knew that anyone was living in the lower level.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

abdul a.

excellent
spacious floor with a big expansive lanai with a hot top and barbecue. the kitchen is well organized and has all that one needs. all the rooms have the view of the bay. the view is of kealakekua and the whole coastline, very beautiful when it is not cloudy. We enjoyed our stay and we had not trouble of any kind.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home above the sea
We really enjoyed our stay at this house, especially the peaceful view across the Kona coffee fields down to the ocean. The photos and descriptions in the listing are exactly on-point for this gorgeous place. Communication with the hosts was especially quick and easy. The thing I enjoyed most was that this house has personality -- it's not a generic rental, but a place created by the owners and filled with things they love. 10/10, I wouldn't change a thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

eileen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain Cook, Hawaii
I don’t think we could have found a better location. Magnificent unobstructed view from the huge lanai all the way down to the ocean. Makes you want to stay year round. Owners give a thoroughly detailed set of instructions on how to use the spa/hot tub, espresso maker and other amenities. My wife and kids celebrated our 35th anniversary in a perfect location. We will remember this trip always. See you next year!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CC S., Vashon Island, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The View, The View, The View!
WOW. Words can’t begin to describe the magnificent view from this comfortably furnished apartment. We liked the quiet neighborhood and proximity to 2 Step snorkeling and the Place of Refuge, close enough to pop into Kailua and Kona anytime. A nice place with a KILLER view.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Outstanding location, with spectacular views to be enjoyed from a huge lanai for the complete Hawaiian experience. Property was exactly as described and extremely well-equipped. A perfect base from which to enjoy the Big Island. Hosts offered some excellent suggestions for beaches, restaurants and activities that truly enhanced our stay. They were also extremely responsive when we had one very minor appliance issue that was fixed within hours of reporting. I cannot recommend this place strongly enough!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February on the Big Island
The house floor plan is amazing, the view wonderful and the amenities in the house exceeded expectations. We loved the simplicity and functionality of it’s design. I did enjoy the BBQ and will investigate buying the same make and model at home. The amenities and appliances supplied with the house exceeded expectations The owners were very accommodating our travel arrangements as things changed and we had a great holiday
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Reading, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain Cook Bungalow with Amazing Views
Enjoyed our 3 night stay in Captain Cook with the family. Place was as advertised and owners were extremely to communicate with for checkin, places to eat, and care for the unit. The place itself was lovely, a cute bungalow with a spectacular 2nd floor lanai with sensational views. Unit itself had a weird layout quirk (pass thru bathrooms to access bedrooms), but was very clean and comfortable with a terrific main great room. Location was dynamite to go to Volcanoes NP for a day trip as well as kayaking in Kealakekua Bay and snorkeling with manta rays in Kailua. Feels like an oasis / jungle retreat with the birds and frogs at night which we loved. Would recommend for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Very nice property. The views are outstanding. The lanai was wonderful. Great location for 2 couples as the bedrooms have a nice separation and each has their own bath as well as direct access to the lanai. The only negatives are: The washing machine is 2 floors down and therefore not real convenient. There isn't a dining table inside, just bar stools. Also the kitchen living area had a very confusing lighting system. It took us quite a while just to figure how to turn the lights off. But overall, these are minor in and otherwise great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view!
We stayed on the second floor of this lovely property. When entering the front door, one is awed by the incredible view awaiting them-a view that greets them from the kitchen, living room, and both bedrooms throughout the day. The place is tastefully decorated so as not to detract from, but rather to enhance the view. We loved dining and relaxing on the lanai that has plentiful and comfortable furniture along with the hot tub. The kitchen was very well stocked, enabling us to prepare many delicious meals, and we enjoyed using the expresso machine. The location of the property is great! Even with another party staying on the first floor it was private and quiet (except for the neighbors’ roosters) yet it’s close to recreational activities and the owners were great about sharing ideas for fun adventures. I recommend this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark b., Lansing

Awesome Lanai and View!
We definitely enjoyed this beautiful home and spent countless hours on the lanai from the top unit. The view of the ocean and tropical hills is incredible. The well stocked kitchen with grill made dinners and breakfast relaxing and convenient. The home was perfect for our visit. The layout provided open views from each room but also privacy for each couple with the bedrooms and bathrooms on each end. The hot tub was a nice perk as well. Good location, close to Kailua-Kona for shopping and night time entertainment. We also spent a couple afternoons snorkeling at Honaunau Bay (2-steps) only 10-15 minute drive. Great snorkeling spot with spectacular coral seabeds and hundreds of multi-colored fish. I would definitely recommend this rental home to others and I would strongly consider staying again when visiting the big isle. I'm missing the lanai and view already.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K., Louisville, KY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home in a Relatively Quiet Neighborhood
Residence was well-designed for two couples, with separate bedrooms and attached bathrooms located on opposite ends of the top floor. Kitchen was well-stocked with dishes, glassware, and utensils as well as some supplies. View from the lanai was really impressive although weather in January is often cloudy with some rain in the evening hours. Used the hot tub a couple of times and the Weber grill once - both were in good shape. Ample supple of towels and stuff for the beach. Used the washer and dryer without any issues. Did not use the TV, but Internet access was very fast and reliable. Keep in mind that Hawai'i is known for free-range chickens and the roosters definitely remided us of that every morning! This home is really ideal for two couples on vacation to the Big Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Petra W., Canyon Lake, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
The top floor of the white whale is beautiful. Caretaker/Renter lives downstairs (separate entrance). The place is just like it is shown in the photos. The owner does require a separate contract from the VRBO contract and a copy of your DL. Both were requested while we were already traveling and created quite a bit of communication taking away from our enjoyment of our vacation (Not much being in the moment when you are worried about the next rental.). The house rules are so strict with detailed penalties for all possible infraction that after we got to the house I was worried about being charged for damages that we did not cause for example: inventory stickers are everywhere but the inventory does not match the stickers, hot tub had some sand, wood floor has existing water damage and there was fresh water on the floor by the dishwasher. I ended up sending pictures and advised about issues for the first part of our stay so we would not get charged. It all turned out ok in the end but I felt uncomfortable in the house because the owner does not trust his guests. We have stayed in many vacation rental properties, have always followed the house rules and always try to leave the place better than when we arrived but here I was walking on eggshells. Flow through ventilation is excellent but bring ear plugs. Roosters will have you up at dark thirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silvia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbare Ferienwohnung
Die Ferienwohnung ist traumhaft schön und in optimaler Lage. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Photos don’t do this property justice
Excellent property that is just not fully done justice to with the online listing photos. 5* throughout. Only slight issue I felt was a little over the top, was all the instruction labels on walls, doors , light switches etc. “ clean shower with, squidgy, due to water and mould” “shower before using hot tub or risk being charged 150$” just took edge off the stay, as sometimes you felt unable to relax as there was instructions everywhere. I appreciate this is a lovely property and you want to protect your investment, but instructions like “don’t play tv after 10pm with door to balcony open or police will be called and you will be evicted without refund” is a little over the top, possibly the lady downstairs “ the caretaker for this property” is the one that would call the police if you did break this curfew? I would recommend this property to anyone who is in town and wants an amazing property, comfy beds, great kitchen appliances, would give it 4.5/5 only because of excessive instruction labels. Thanks for a lovely stay and all the prompt responses. Improvements that could possibly be made, some draws at side of master bed, and the lengthy agreement that is required to be signed should be sent before the cancellation and refund policy has long expired, to have to spend nearly an hour of my vacation reading a lengthy legal document only two days before I check in, isn’t my idea of relaxation and would have cancelled my booking as soon as I saw it if in the able to cancel period, as I’ve seen shorter legal documents for purchasing a property let alone a short term Holiday let!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home with great hosts!
This house was very comfortable and had great views from the porch. The hosts were very hospitable and communicative. They had great recommendations for things to do, restaurants, and places to see.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022