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1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom46 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage

Beach Equipment | Natural Lighting | Quiet Neighborhood | 5 Mi to Downtown Kona

Clear the calendar and say 'Aloha' to your next tropical getaway at this 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental cottage in Kailua-Kona. Perched on the west coast of the Big Island, this quaint getaway showcases Hawaii's best snorkeling, surfing, diving, and deep-sea fishing. After exploring beaches or Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, unwind under the stars with a drink on the private patio.

-- THE PROPERTY --

GE-120-891-0848–01 | TA-120-891-0848-01

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 queen bed

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private patio
- Gas grill, outdoor dining area
- Beach chairs & umbrella, 2 boogie boards, lunch cooler w/ reusable ice packs

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV
- Walk-in shower

KITCHENETTE
- Refrigerator, microwave
- Coffee maker & grinder, toaster, blender
- Dishware & flatware, spices
- Dining table

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C, ceiling fans
- Shared washer & dryer
- Linens & towels, laundry detergent, iron & board
- Hair dryer

FAQ
- Homeowner's live on-site
- Geckos may be present
- Not suitable for children
- 2 external security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home
- Exterior steps to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
- No street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walk to beaches & restaurants
- 6 miles to Kona Brewing
- 79 miles to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
- 13 miles to Kona International Airport at Keāhole

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires exterior steps to enter
- The homeowners live on-site and may be present during your stay. The units share the laundry area
- Due to the home's private, undeveloped, tropical location, guests may come in contact with geckos inside of the home. They are not aggressive, are normal to see in the area and help control the bug population. There are ultrasonic frequency emitters in the home to keep them away
- The property is not suitable for children
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras on the owner’s main house (not the guest property). Camera 1 is a Ring device on the owner’s front door of the main house facing the street and driveway. Camera 2 is on the owner’s back door of the main house facing the yard, stairwell, and backyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

HAWAII COUNTY RESTRICTIONS
- Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
- Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area
- Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area
- The STVR (short term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 is also known as

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Kailua kona Cottage 0.7 Mi to Magic Sands Beach!
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Kailua-Kona Cottage < 1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach! Kailua-Kona

About the neighborhood

Map
Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Magic Sands Beach - 12 min walk
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 9 min drive
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 11 min drive
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 12 min drive
  • Kailua Pier - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this beach cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Keauhou Shopping Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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1 Mile to Magic Sands Beach: Kailua-Kona Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent all around
Highly recommend. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best of the Big Island
What a wonderful stay. House was so well stocked and comfortable. Easy to get around, peaceful at night, a perfect place to stay on the Big island Will definitely return to both the house and the island
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage near Magic Sands Beach
Loved the cottage! Well-appointed and comfortable for a couple. The location was very peaceful and a short, pleasant walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage
Well furnished and appointed. Good location. Easy check-in and out. Host was super helpful. Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Great Stay on the Big Island
This wonderful little house was perfect for my wife and I. Comfortable bed, great facilities, everything you need is there I highly recommend this cottage for your next visit to Hawaii
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10/10 Excellent

Janay

Lovely cottage
Everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella. Even though it’s in a neighborhood, the cottage backs up to a bit of open space so it has a sense of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property
Well maintained property. Neighborhood is peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location and convenience
Don't miss this property! Perfect for solo travelers and couples, or friends if one is willing to sleep on the comfortably firm couch. Everything you need and centrally located to reach South and North Kona destinations. Easy rinseoff and drying for gear for snorkelers.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Well maintaining bed. A lot done to make for a fun stay. Well stocked with needed supplies. We’ll identified instructions… And within walking distance of the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Han

Perfect cottage for two!
Loved the private and quiet location! Walking distance to magic sands beach. Great tips from the host and a fully stocked cottage with beach going gear and other thoughtful details and amenities to compliment our stay and excursions! This will be at the top of our list when we return to the big island. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

trevor a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage in great location
The host (April) sent a warm welcome email and everything was as advertised. Nice cottage, private and easy access to get around big island. Recommended stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet but easy to get to.
Walking distance to beach and restaurant. Awesome outdoor lanai with a great grill. Easy to eat at cottage. Very pleasant setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything perfect
Perfect stay. Property was excellent, very quiet, clean and everything we needed. Owners were so kind and provided everything we needed and were helpful with tons of info about the area. Loved the location. It was close to everything around Kona yet far enough from Kona proper to be quiet. Magic Sands was a ton of fun and provided perfect sunset views. Walking distance to a couple of great snorkeling locations.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Good location. Quiet. Clean. Had everything we needed--even for watersports and beach time. Appreciate that it was simply decorated, not over the top beach kitsch, like so many other places. April responded quickly to the few questions we had. Great base camp for our 10 year anniversary getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S., San Rafael, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lil home
Super private and quiet. The house is surrounded by forest on 3 sides and has everything you need - and nothing you don’t. Beach and snorkeling supplies were a bonus. Solid Wi-Fi and cell service. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Honeymoon/Vacation Ever!
Hawaii was magical, and the house was everything we needed and didn't even know we needed! Being within walking distance of Magic Sands Beach as well as a public transit stop meant that we had so many options without having to find parking. It was not only convenient, but enjoyable. The house was so well stocked; every time we thought we might need a little something, we discovered it was already there (Bandaids, swimmers ear drops, cooking sprays and spices, etc). It was like staying at your best friend's house! Waking up to the natural light and birdsong was transformative, and was the perfect start to every day. There was good ventilation with windows and fans, plus AC when needed. Every little extra, from the available beach gear to the washer/dryer, made it a truly unforgettable experience. We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Heather H., Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, private guesthouse
Would recommend arriving during the day as rental was hard to locate in the dark with no lights and awkward driveway parking. Rental was clean and quiet with private BBQ and outdoor table/chairs. Had an awkward hole for an oven but was replaced by a steel table and an electric cooktop. Easy access to Kona town, nice quiet, safe neighborhood. Has a nice view of wilderness. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rayegon

Perfect Cottage
I enjoyed this place more so than I have any hotel room. It was secluded enough that I felt I had privacy and close enough to Magic Sands that I went every morning and it was glorious. The cottage is clean and well appointed. The decor and high ceilings are fabulous, feels so big and spacious. The shower was excellent, loved it. Overall it was an amazing stay and I’m going to book it again if I ever get home again. I loved it that much. You will not be sorry.

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Paradise
My husband and I stayed here for 5 days in February. It's a wonderful location on a quiet cul-de-sac. Magic Sands beach park was under construction so we opted for Kahalu'u beach five minutes north. Great snorkeling here with docents to guide you. The guest house was perfect for two was clean, attractively decorated with a well-equipped kitchen. The only drawback was the front room got very warm as there were no shade blinds or curtains for the living area.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location and Lovely Cottage with Everything We Could Need
The cottage was exactly what we were looking for and so perfectly situated for how we wanted to spend our vacation. It was so wonderfully quiet so we could enjoy waking up to the sounds of the birds AND the sound of the waves! There's a neighborhood shortcut to the beach that April told about which was awesome and made it a 6 minute walk to the water as well as a great little beach and restaurant we enjoyed a number of times during our stay. The cottage had all the amenities we could imagine including snorkeling gear and beach chairs and umbrellas which were great, and being able to do our own laundry was a really nice plus. We would love to stay here again the next time we're on the big island!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dean

Nice property, but were introduced to Geckos living with us.
Overall a nice place to say but a bit freaked out by the Geckos that want to share this space with us since their window screens do not keep them out. Kind of startling to have them wake us up under our bed! Learned to keep the windows closed and run the air conditioner all the time even when we are not there. We are from the Midwest, so not used to these unusual little creatures, but they seem friendly and harmless enough :).

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and convenient
Comfortable, clean, cute and very functional space. It felt very private (no one was at the main house when we stayed, but I think it would anyway.) Well, equipped kitchen, with some condiments and extras to make life easier. Laundry room and beach supplies if you need them. Front room gets a bit stuffy, but bedroom is well-ventilated without use of ac. (There is ac as well.) We actually missed hearing coqui, but I know for some that will be a benefit. Great location for heading either into Kona or down to southern snorkeling sites. We walked down to the beach for sunset a couple of nights (use the path at the bottom of the street for a shortcut.) I recommend backing in to park, as the driveway is quite steep. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C., Seattle, WA & Daleville, VA - USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
This little cottage had everything we needed for a super comfortable stay. We visited the Kona farmers market and made great use of the kitchen and small outdoor grill. Kitchen is very well equipped for light meals and dinners outside were peaceful, once we were prepared with some mosquito repellent. Internet was fast and reliable, so we could work in the mornings before heading out for the day. Fans and AC made the cottage comfortable. Washer and dryer were much appreciated! April recommended a shortcut to walk to the beach, restaurants, beaches and hikes, which we took advantage of! Umekes Grill was a highlight. We returned one day to find Connor cleaning a huge fish that he caught spear fishing! He offered some to us for dinner, but we'd just returned with some fresh swordfish to throw on the grill and regrettably passed. This was a wonderful stay, I'd highly recommend to others and would definitely stay again on the Big Island!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sudea R., Redding, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage in Kona
The place is very modern and beautiful. We enjoyed the fact that I had AC. The amenities in the home is wonderful! We had all we need to make some meals. Every inch of this guest home is masterfully designed, from the living room, height of the home to the bathroom--wonderful! Everything is very spectacularly designed. We felt like it was a great getaway. There is a little path that you can cut through to get to the beach. All the beaches are pretty close in distance within 1 mile to 2 mi. We surfed and snorkeled near by. The host has awesome Tommy Bahama Beach chairs that you can load up and wear to enjoy a long stay at the beach if you choose. We had a great time and enjoyed being able to stay in your guest home. Thank you very much! April was a great communicator and checked in before the trip to make sure everything went smoothly. It was a very easy clean up/ tidy process. It was wonderful to have parking as we rented a car for our Kona stay. Thanks for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size, location and amenities (and we loved chatting with the goats!)
We spent 10 days in Feb visiting 3 islands. The accommodations at Kailua-Kona Cottage were are favorite (others were a larger hotel on Waikiki/Oahu, a condo on Maui and a B&B elsewhere on The Big Island). For 2 people, the size was perfect. If we had stayed longer (we did a 3-night rental) we would have for sure taken advantage of the grill/patio, but we had a lot of side trips planned so ate on the run, or just brought carryout back. Kona was the mid-point of the trip, so having access to the owner's washer/dryer was super convenient. (it was part of the main house/shared, but you never felt you were intruding using them) The owners were onsite in the main house next door, but we never saw them. It's just a really nice set up with check-in/out instructions well communicated, etc. It rained the nights we stayed there, so we left the windows open and that probably meant we were serenaded by the goats more than had we been running the AC. The sounds of nature didn't bother us and added to the charm. Overall a great stay and a nice location for exploring north and south of Kona. If we return, we'd stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023