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Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Interior
On the beach
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive

Located on a quiet oceanfront property just south of commercial Kona, this two-bedroom two-bath vintage cottage boasts a large covered lanai, classic Hawaiiana furnishings and a grassy yard with parking. With one queen bed and three twins, it’s ideal for a small to medium family or a couple wanting some well earned space. The kitchen, which offers both a bar and a dining table for four, has ocean views to the north and south, where whales splashing about offshore can be seen regularly from November-March. Two surf spots are located just out front to either side — one for all levels and one for experts only — guests can check out Pacific Vibrations Surf shop in downtown Kona for all your surfboard rentals. Having been owned by the same family for three generations, this charming cottage has the upside of mixing time with labor of love.

*NOTE: This home is located on the marathon route for the Ironman World Championship that occurs in Kona every October, and will be affected by road closures related to the race.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

TA-148-041-7280-01
STVR 21-461126

VRBO/Hawaii Life bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Magic Sands Beach. Features include concierge services and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Magic Sands Beach and 9 minutes from Kailua Pier
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find concierge services and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number TA-148-041-7280-01, 770040210000, GE-148-041-7280-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Beachfront Sunny Kona House Kailua-Kona
Beachfront Sunny Kona House
Beachfront Sunny Kona Kailua-Kona
Beachfront in Sunny Kona
1536-64401

Reviews

Charming Oceanfront Home on Ali'i Drive Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A definite YES for this lovely Hawaiian vibe ocean front property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Experience with Incredible Views but Room for Improvement

We recently stayed at this VRBO in Kona, and the highlight of the property is, without a doubt, the lanai. We spent most of our time there, soaking up sunsets and enjoying the ocean views. If you love outdoor spaces and don’t mind spending your vacation mostly outside, this place might suit you well. We found the inside of the house very musty/dusty, it is definitely something to keep in mind if you’re sensitive to dust or allergens. We knew it had no AC, but we had to make a Walmart run to buy air-purifying spray. We also ended up buying two large box fans since the ones provided were either too small, didn’t work, and were very dirty. For the price of the rental, we expected better upkeep. We messaged the host asking if there were options for us if we decided not to stay due to the dust leading to sinus issues for one of us. We were told they needed to speak to the owners, but unfortunately, we didn't hear any further so just dealt with it best we could. If you’re all about the view and are okay with the quirks of tropical living, this place has its charms. But for the price, be aware of the trade-offs. This rental could be perfect for sunset lovers and lanai enthusiasts, but travelers with allergies or higher expectations for cleanliness and upkeep might want to explore other options.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECTION!

I cannot say enough great things about this place. My husband and I stayed 10 days here for our 10 year annniversay trip and have never felt more at home at a vacation rental than we did here. The house is everything you want it to be. The locationnis perfect. Its private, quiet, and clean. The ocean views and daily sunsets were magical. We spent each day adventuring around Kona and couldnt wait to settle home here on the Lanai watching the sunset and having dinner listening to the waves, watching the survers, the sealife and the relaxation. I cant tell you how many times my husband fell asleep out there! When we come back to Kona we will look to book this place again. THANK YOU so much for givingnus a home away from home!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home and location!

This home is a Hawaiian dream. It was spotless and lovingly maintained... incredibly well stocked with everything you could want. The lanai is where we lived...day and night...it doesnt get better than this. Surfing to the left and to the right!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C., Salt Lake City, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay in Kona!

We loved our week spent in Kona. This vintage cottage was perfect for our family of 4 (including 2 teenagers). The lanai and private bay were so peaceful and relaxing we spent all of our time here when not scuba diving or mountain biking. Heidi was the best host and was very quick to provide recommendations and answer questions. We really hope to return to this amazing property!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C., La Grange California

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome exsperance we loved the place thank you

We did not have to pack up and go to any destination everything we love doing on the islands was right here in our backyard such a great experience with my kids and grandkids can’t wait to come back aloha for the Cooksey family
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Right on the Coast

The location was amazing. We would listen to the waves crashing at night and see the surfers in the morning. It was an easy jog into Kona for food and fun. Snorkeling in the area was great. We visited over Christmas and, overall, we had a fantastic time in Kona!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kona Sunshine

Great vacation rental!!! Easy access to the waterfront and beautiful ocean views from the deck. Clean comfortable home with everything we needed. The property manager was very responsive and helpful!! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

tammy j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical place

Loved our stay here.. magical place with therapeutic qualities! Truly amazing locationand quaint charm! Will def return!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karl V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what you want

There may not be another place like this on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021