Escape to the serene Makai Hideaway, where ocean views and coastal breezes create a peaceful retreat. Enjoy sunsets on the 600-foot lanai, explore nearby water sports, or take a short walk to access swimming holes for snorkeling and kayaking.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10180 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall
10 day special in September through early December. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VigSB3M4z3w The above is the link to a video of my house. Makai Hideaway is quiet and peaceful. Unwind and relax from city life. House is an an hour south of Kona and one hour ten minutes south of the Kona airport. It is one hour ten minutes to volcano from the house. Shop before you come as nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away.Two bedroom with multiple beds, three baths, We are in a lovely location with outstanding ocean views and nearby water sports! Descend a paved road 12 minutes to the house from mile marker 89 and enjoy what I believe are the best views on the island!. A large Lanai runs the length of the house for dolphin and whale watching. Have dinner on a beautiful 600 foot Lanai and watch the incredible sunsets and enjoy coastal breezes. There are many fans in the house but there isn't air conditioning. Go one and half blocks to water access for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving and fishing. Also,it's great to walk around the neighborhood. Bedwise, there is a king bed in the master and one queen beds in the house and one queen sleeper sofa plus a futon.There is a foldout mattress plus an airbed mattress in the toy closet. Also, there is an ocean view from the kitchen and you can sit on the couch and see the ocean. Sunsets are phenomenal and different every night. There is a barbecue on top deck. There's a king bed in the upstairs master! There is a washer and dryer in the gameroom and extra small fridge by the tiki bar. the nearest grocery store is 25 minutes away so many travelers stop at Costco as it is by the Kona airport on the way down. There is a supermarket at mile marker 77 and gas station, too.House is a good hour ten south of airport at mile marker 89. The views of the Pacific ocean are sensational and I never get tried of seeing as I descend from 1200 feet to sea level. Please conserve on water and electricity as Hawaii has the nations top rates. There's a nice ocean breeze often at the house but there isn't AC at the house nor do most homeowners in Hawaii have it. We saw a turtle the size of a volkswagon off one of the cliffs in the area and the snorkeling at the swimming hole is great! The swimming hole is a two minute walk away- go to Kai street and turn right. This is where you put in the kayaks or take them into the village of Milolii. There is internet and Netflix so the TV is great! My favorite thing is reading a book on the chaise lounge on the deck or going down to the swimming hole to swim and snorkel. Downstairs in the outside closet is everything you would ever need- coolers, beach mats, beach toys, snorkeling masks and equipment, life jackets,, chairs. Please rinse off anything outside you borrow and put back in the toy shed. Boogie boards and other toys are in outside toy closet. Please keep orderly..
The Milolii area is famous for deep sea fishing, and you can watch the fishing boats or go out yourself. The beautiful secluded Honomolino Beach is close by-short walk along the coast from Milolii State Park-watch the spinner dolphins, snorkel with the fish in the coral, and maybe see a sea turtle or a rare Hawaiian monk seal.There are fishermen phone numbers in the guest guide on the desk.
From Kona airport go south on Highway 11 towards Kailua and continue on towards the 89 mile marker, turn right on Milolii Road. Go about three miles, turn right on to Ewalu Avenue drive down the road to Waenea Avenue turn left. Drive to third intersection which is Elima Avenue, turn right and go a half block to a tan house left hand side which is 88-1555.
From Hilo airport go on Highway 11 north for about two hours till you come to the sign that reads Milolii. Turn left by the sign drive three miles down the road to Ewalu Avenue, turn right drive down to the stop sign to Waenea Avenue turn left. Drive to the third intersection and turn right on Elima Avenue. Go a half block to a tan house left hand side of the road which is 88-1555. Daniel will have the house open for you and take you on a tour! My tax id numbers are TA-053-302-6816-01 and GE-053-302-6816-01
Keywords: Beach House
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Kayak
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Check plugs for chargers/ Leave excess food for cleaners please.
Checkout Instructions are on fridge
Clean and put away any dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
. Extra guests are 75 dollars a night each without prior approval.. plus cleaning and taxes.Large groups must all be of the same family county rule
Smoking is allowed outside but not in the house Please be very careful about water usage.
There is a rental agreement to sign upon arrival. Extra charges for longer / larger groups due to utilities, and cleaning.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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-053-302-6816-01, TA-053-302-6816-01
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Captain Cook, this holiday home is by the sea. Honoma and Miloliʻi are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Manuka State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Manuka State Wayside Park and Bay View Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Captain Cook travel guide
Is Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall located?
This family-friendly Captain Cook holiday home is located by the sea, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Papa Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Manuka State Wayside Park and Manuka State Park. Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Makai Hideaway 600ft from Ocean Giant Deck
Gameroom/10 day special in Fall Reviews
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Great house for larger families. Big deck with a wonderful view of the ocean. We came when they had high surf and the waves were specular. Cheryl was there to answer any questions about the house and the area. She gave great advice to shop before coming to the house-no local grocery stores and which mosquito repellant was the best to use. Thanks for the great stay.
Cheryl is a great host. There is an abundance of information on activities to take in during the stay. There was a bottle of wine awaiting my arrival and weade friends with some gecko. The house was clean and well stocked with little amenities.
The host was wonderful and very helpful with anything we needed and all questions we had! The house was very well stocked with bathroom toiletries (shampoo/conditioner/soap/lotion), so it was very helpful when we got in late and hadn’t had time to get to a store. Kitchen had everything needed for staying in and cooking and the grill worked wonderful for a family cookout! Wonderful views from the deck and the neighborhood was quiet and relaxing! Highly recommend!
An incredible property with a lovely hostess. The home has everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Lots of space for a big group to spread out. Amazing, rural location with easy access to the highway and civilization.
The property has everything you could hope for. Space, plenty of sleeping arrangements, toys and things you might need for your trip, beautiful views from a gorgeous porch, and one of the most helpful and gracious BnB hosts I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. Book this place, you'll love it.
Great host, great location. About an hour from Kona, definitely need a car to get around to other areas of the island. But the area is very scenic so the drives were nice. The host was really responsive and left us a bottle of wine and chocolates. Would stay at the house again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this unique place. We especially loved the huge lanai, the presence of many doors & windows, the cute geckos and neighborhood birds! Cheryl is very responsive and helpful!
We loved this place and it’s location. The view is great, a quiet safe neighborhood, good water pressure, clean house. The deck was definitely the most used area for our family, listening and watching the waves with birds singing as the sun rises or sets. it was truly amazing.
This place has so many amenities that made our vacation a delight. We were made to feel very welcome by our gracious host who answered all our questions. The house is delightfully decorated and has plenty of seating inside and outside. We loved the view and being able to see whales, waves and fishing boats from our deck chairs! This is a great place for a family vacation!!
We made a last minute decision to go to Hawaii for Christmas and got lucky to find this home. Host was super communicative and easy to work with. Lani was great with views and ocean breeze. We wanted beds and rooms for 5 adults so this worked out well. Having 3 full bathrooms was a bonus. Quiet town and lots of driving but that was perfect for our adventures going to volcano, beaches and waterfalls. Great family memories for a lifetime.
Cheryl is a great host. Her communication is perfect. The house is spacious, clean and you will find everything you need.
We used the house mainly for sleeping.
There are no coqui frogs or mosquitoes. Ideal for a peaceful sleep. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Milan K.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Janice R.
30 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Family Christmas
The house is beautiful and wonderfully stocked with everything you may need. Cheryl was a great host. However we ended up having to leave early as we could not handle the drive in and out with 99 turns just on the road down and over 300 to go to Kona! Great place if you don’t want to do anything but relax!
We loved this property! It is located outside of the hustle and bustle of Kona and Hilo, but the views and the house itself are worth the drive. Located about halfway between Hilo and Kona, we had easy access to either side of the island and SUPER easy access to our favorite beach: Punulu'u. Our host was wonderful and we had very easy and open communication with her. The house was awesome and fit our family of 5 plus my husband's mom and my parents. We would definitely stay here again without hesitation and will definitely be encouraging our friends and family to stay here as well!!
There were 4 of us. My husband and 2 of our 20 somethings. Everyone had plenty of space to themselves for work, fun and relaxation. The house was very accommodating. The deck is everything! For gathering, for eating and for viewing the ocean. The drive in and out of the neighborhood is something to be aware of, and driving was a big part of getting to see the island and all it has to offer. Everyone forgave the driving since it was so nice to be back at the house!
This is the perfect place for a quiet family getaway. House has everything you could ask for with comfortable beds and pillows. Full kitchen with spices on hand. Game room and dvds on first floor. Incredible views from balcony and snorkeling sets, kayaks, boogie boards etc. Private, primitive snorkeling site that can be reached scrambling over lava rocks (stairs washed out)- Not for small kiddos or anyone needing assistance, but most people would have no problem, especially since it’s so private & lots of fish! Canoe launch and beach just down the road for others. There is with grocery store about 30 mins away and house is down a twisting hill, but remote location is ideal to get away from tourist locations and an incredible night time star viewing! Will be going back. Host is terrific and will answer any questions you may have. Highly recommend!!
Chose this house because of location. Our first time on the big island so wanted to visit both Hilo and Kona side. Location allowed for good options each day as it was less than 2 hours from Hilo, and only an hour away from Hilo . House is great and host is super responsive. You can tell how much this house is cared for.
The home is somehow cozy and spacious at the same time. Very charming decor and has a ton of stuff for family nights. Our family has 2 adult children, one teenager, and two 12 year old boys so we packed the house, but everybody was easily accomodated, slept well and enjoyed all the "extras". Downstairs has a great game room style feel, with video games, darts, ping pong and pool as options. Fun time for sure.
The house is in a quite area and bbq'ing on the deck in the evening, watching the sunset is the thing of dreams. Easily accommodated our 7 member family with room to spare. Definitely on our list to rebook when we return to the big island!!!
Wonderful Beach House in Hawaii for a Family Getaway
Our extended family of eight recently stayed at this beautiful beach house in Hawaii, and we couldn't be more pleased with our experience. The property provided plenty of room to spread out, plus there were adequate spaces that allowed us to gather and enjoy time togetherThe house was clean and comfortably furnished for lounging around inside as well as out on the deck. It has a well-stocked kitchen with everything we needed, an array of games to keep everyone entertained, including a ping-pong table plus snorkels/masks, towels and coolers for beach outings.The house was off the main highway down a steep winding road and located close to the water. It was in a quiet neighborhood away from the congestion of traffic. There is a good view of the water, spectacular sunsets, and beautiful night sky viewing. Cheryl, the property owner is a good communicator. She lives close by and is familiar with beaches, restaurants, etc. She acted quickly to address a plumbing issue that was quickly resolved.Overall, this beach house exceeded our expectations and provided us with a memorable and relaxing family vacation. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a spacious and laidback place away from the tourist congestion of Kona. We can recommend this house without reservation. Aloha!
Host is wonderful, house was great for a family, location could’ve been better
This was our first visit to the Big Island and we stayed for 10 days. We had a blast! Cheryl was a wonderful host. She lives on the property, which is nice because she’s close by if anything comes up and she has great suggestions on stuff to do nearby. But she was very respectful of our privacy and we only saw her if we sought her out. The house was perfect for our family with four young children. It’s very lived in and not so nice that I was stressed out all the time about my kids being kids, but clean and plenty of room for all of us to have space. However, several appliances in the kitchen were broken, like the juicer and toaster. The grill wasn’t working when we were there either. But the deck is a lovely place to have family meals, and Cheryl was so thoughtful and accommodating for our family’s needs. She left us a high chair, a pac-and-play, and a little cosleeper—all very much appreciated! The only drawback to this house was the location—if this is your first time visiting, do your research! Getting to this house off the main highway took about 15-20 minutes on a very steep and winding road. We went out adventuring everyday and the kids were carsick before we even hit the highway. It’s also a lot further south from Captain Cook than it shows on the VRBO map. Also the neighborhood this house is in is quiet and seems safe enough, but there are several houses in the area that made us question that as we were driving in. Overall it was a nice stay.
The house accommodates 10 people, you do have some stairs and the wrap around deck is where we spent all our time. At the Big Island everywhere is a drive to get to, so plan accordingly. The home is clean and stocked with all kitchen and bathroom necessities including beach towels, coolers, for picnics, and beach toys! Host is available in person or by text at anytime to answer questions or concerns. Enjoy a relaxing vacation with Ocean views in Hawaii.
This is a beautiful place. Plenty of room for our family. 3rd bedroom does have a separate entrance but, it was fine for our older kids! Beautiful drive to get there and beautiful views. It is a drive from bigger areas but, we travelled most of the island so it was kinda in the middle. Would definitely stay there again
Once you know that there aren’t many sand beaches on the island this property really shines. There’s a local swimming/fishing hole within easy walk, and then it’s central to exploring the other attractions around Kona and Volcanoes