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Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.

Escape to paradise with your own private resort featuring stunning ocean & mountain views. Relax in style with top-of-the-line appliances & Indo/Asian decor.

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Outdoor pool
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • 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.

Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home.

Aloha,

And welcome to Maka Nui! The name means Big view which you will see when you enter the gate to our paradise. The home sits on a cliff overlooking an undeveloped and historic coastline including Kealakekua Bay and Pu'uhonua o' Honaunau national historical park. The beaches and parks below the house feature some of the best snorkeling and kayaking in the Hawaiian Islands.

The house is a spectacular 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom estate residence with 2 additional cottages. There is a great pool on a beautiful privately gated 5-acre parcel in a prime location! This property features the main estate residence with breath taking views of Kealakekua Bay and 30 miles of coastlines and perfect climate at elevation of approximately 1000 feet. All the amenities you would come to expect are here.
Including: A gourmet kitchen and beautiful wood flooring plus so much more. The primary suite has a large en-suite with an oversized tub/spa with a large walk in marble shower and is on the main level of the house.

All 4 lower guest bedrooms have en-suites also. The house features a very large 15 hundred sq/ft screened in lanai on the upper level. This encompasses a large dining table, bar, couches, and dozens of chairs to enjoy the sunset. Also, on the lower level there are spacious lanais to enjoy the views.

There is also an abundance of fruit trees that you are welcome to pick and enjoy...when in season.

The home is equipped with top-of-the-line beds, furniture, art, and appliances. We have made every effort to make sure your stay is the experience of a lifetime

There are several local beaches, coffee museums, parks, grocery stores, and dozens of great restaurants. All close by. The Big Island offers some of the best fishing in the world and the majority of the highest rated golf courses in the Hawaiian Islands. Other adventures to consider are the Volcanoes national park or star gazing on Mauna kea.

All guests will be met with an Aloha basket of estate grown coffee, Hawaiian sweets and tropical fruits to start your stay.

All bathrooms will be stocked including soap and shampoo.

You can also rent the top floor only with the main living area, master bedroom, kitchen, pool, and large lanai, for those who want luxury comfort for a romantic couple (email for price)

This property is one of a kind and a wonderful place to spend time with family. Please check our available times online.

No Events or large gatherings, registered guests only or otherwise approved.

(is it is not ok to solicit this sight)

Property manager

candi baker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside Only

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Parasailing 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

General

  • Unit size: 7000 sq ft (650 sq m)

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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

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

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 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 GE-088-928-8704-01, TA-088-928-8704-01

Property is also known as

Maka Nui Estate/as Seen Waterfront Hunters Captain Cook
Maka Nui Estateas Seen Waterf
Maka Nui Estate/as Seen on Waterfront Hunters
Maka Nui Estate/As seen on Waterfront Hunters Captain Cook

About the neighborhood

Map
Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Coffee Living History Farm - 2 min drive
  • Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden - 2 min drive
  • Kealakekua Bay - 7 min drive
  • Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park - 7 min drive
  • Captain Cook Monument - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sacred Grounds Coffee Farm - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gypsea Gelato - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home. located?

This family-friendly Captain Cook vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kona Coffee Living History Farm and Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden. Greenwell Farms and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Maka Nui Estate private family resort style home. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
The property was immaculate. The views never ceased to inspire awe. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Great location, huge place. Very peaceful
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kealakekua
The house was perfect for our group. There’s plenty of room for a large group and we loved staying in south Kona which is quieter than Kailua. The owner was very friendly and available. I loved the area and the house has a large screened lanai around the house which was perfect to see the daily rainbows. It was perfect
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home and the property were wonderful. The view from the lanai is the crowning jewel. Our party of nine had a great week. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great family place
no soap in the showers or bathrooms but the host was very nice we didn't ask for anything some things were broken like the BBQ , pillows sheets and bedding were worn out. Once again the host couldn't be nicer and felt she did all she could.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and trip!
The Maka Nui felt like home away from home. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back. As others have mentioned, Candi is great, very friendly and laid back. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and home
We were thrilled with our stay. The sunsets were amazing and so was the house. There. were 10 of us and there was plenty of room. The kitchen was stocked with everything imaginable. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding View
Great home for our family of 9. Property was perfect for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paige C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation House!
We spent a week in the house with 6 adults and 3 children and it was wonderful! Tons of space for everyone and the kids loved the pool and all of the space outside to run around. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A piece of paradise
Wow! This house and property are beautiful!! My family and I very much enjoyed our stay!! The views are breathtaking, and I could sit on the porch all day every day taking in the ocean views!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., Phoenix, AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular
Unbelievable views! The house and grounds are immaculate. Candi and Jed are exceptional hosts. Manini Beach is just minutes away by car and offers good snorkeling access to Kealakekua Bay. This house has everything and is precisely as described in the listing information. Our party of 7 adults and 2 teens had a memorable vacation stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
The house was beautiful. Awesome shower. Nice Pool. Nice beds. Even on warm days there was a cooling breeze. Great view and no mosquitos
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kursten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to relax
We visited Hawaii with our family of 5 and a group of friends. The space was perfect for us! The rooms are huge and there's plenty of living space to hang out together, or spread out and read quietly on your own. The lanai boasts a gorgeous view - perfect for drinking coffee in the morning, catching a sunset, or practicing yoga if that’s your thing. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house
It was fabulous for our big group. Pool was a huge hit with all of us. Candi was extremely responsive. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 days of paradise
4 couples in this trip. The property is perfect for this kind of group. Each of the 4 bedrooms has its own bathroom and shower. The kitchen and living area is large and open creating a great meeting area. The screened in deck makes a relaxing area with plenty of furniture on all sides making a book reading get away easy. The pool in the midst of a beautiful landscaped yard was the icing on the cake. Candi was great checking in on us and letting us know we could call if anything was needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, private home with amazing views and a ton of space!
We had 8 people stay, extremely comfortably. There was a TON of space, inside and out. Very nice home, with a nice breeze all day and night. So comfortable. We will stay here next time we come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay at an amazing house
We so enjoyed our time at the Maka Nui estate. Beautiful views from nice big house with lots of space for the family to really spread out. The screened-in deck on the top floor allowed us to enjoy the outdoors bug-free. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lanai with incredible views
Family of 8 (6 adults + children 9 & 11) enjoyed week stay at this large and inviting house with swimming pool, lots of parking and space for kids to play. Spent most of our time on the upper level with large & well equipped kitchen, large sitting room (TV worked well) and master suite. Ate family meals on the huge, wrap-around, screened lanai that also had lots of lounging areas plus bar fridge that was convenient. Overall an excellent choice for our family. Would mention, though, that lower-level bathrooms were tired (water pressure could be improved too) and in need of upgrade to match rest of house. Small disappointment was condition of pingpong paddles - only 3 were serviceable so we purchased a new one.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Property was well maintained. The house was beautiful and the view from the house is amazing. Our group of 8 adults cooked in a few nights and we had everything we needed to prepare meals. House is about a 30-40 minute drive from airport but if you enjoy peace and quiet then this is the place for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
We spent a week with our grown children at Maka Nui and it was perfect. Enough space for everyone. Gorgeous property, beautiful home, and the most comfortable beds! Candi was a great hostess.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian M., Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Some key points: Great communication, which to me meant timely updates to questions as well as letting us know very clearly when people may be on the property for maintenance. The property was what was described and the location, especially at sunset, was amazing. Checkin was easy and our overall experience was what we expected for any location on the Big Island including teh sounds of nature and a laid back experience. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maka Nui
Property was as pictured. Pool is unheated. Plenty of supplies and an amazing view. Appreciate the beach gear, chairs and masks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jesse M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomodation
Everything was great. Will consider staying again. The only comment is the tv was not working on the main floor. It would have been okay but we were hoping to catch the Australian Open since 5 of us are huge tennis fans.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pauleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property…Perfect
Wonderful home and owners. Candi and her family are awesome and available when needed! Great place for large groups. Nice, spacious and comfortable common areas in main house. Everything you could possibly need in kitchen is available. Bedrooms are big with comfortable beds! Our group of 9 appreciated each bedroom having a full bath…really helped getting everyone ready and out the door quickly to enjoy Hawaii! Plus there is a bathroom in the common area of home. The lanai (patio) is enclosed by screen so you can enjoy the outdoors bug free and the view wowzer…fantastic. Great pool area for those times when you just wanna relax or enjoy a swim. The grounds are gorgeous and very private. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
The pictures do not do the property justice; the reality is much better than the pictures. My overall opinion is "great value" (I'd give it 9 out of 10; however, if it was a 10 it would be $400/night more). Many amenities were there; but, not listed - a good surprise (6 sets of snorkel gear). The kitchen is incredibly well-stocked with more than we needed, there's even an ice cream maker. Everyone in our group wanted to stay longer and/or return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023