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"Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona.

Holiday home in Kailua-Kona with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Sun-loungers, beach towels
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Nestled in a lush valley, this 1-bedroom cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind on the spacious lanai with ocean views, perfect for sunset viewing. Enjoy the exquisite details of granite countertops and local artwork while experiencing Hawaii's natural beauty.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathrooms47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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.

"Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona.

Enjoy our hosted private 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom accommodations. Beautifully detailed with a king size bed, tv, wireless internet, laundry, closet, and large covered lanai. Everything my mom needs for her month long stays with our family!

The large lanai (covered deck) has 2 outdoor seating areas including a BBQ, dining table and chairs. Cool breezes in the evening make it the perfect place to enjoy an ocean view sunset.

This bedroom was built next to our house for my mother to stay several times a year. The details are exquisite; from granite or Koa countertops and shelves, to antique Indonesian doors and artwork by local artists. You will experience Hawaii in its beauty!

The location on our property has gorgeous views of the sweeping valley below all the way to the ocean. It is surrounded by lush greenery and is only minutes to Kailua Kona town or historic Holualoa.

We welcome you to this peaceful place to enjoy Hawaii.

Hosted rental GE-094-614-7328-01, TA-094-614-7328-01
*10.25% TA tax + 4.712% GE tax and county surcharge are in addition to nightly rate.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

Quiet hours observed from 10pm to 8am
Immediate removal from property will result from unauthorized guests, drug use, reckless behavior, excessive noise, and smoking or pets on premises.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadlock
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-094-614-7328-01, TA-094-614-7328-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kailua Pier - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Rock Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacos - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Walua Social Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Basik Acai & Health Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona. located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ipu Hale Gallery, Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Farmers Market and Donkey Mill Art Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

"Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Timothy and Emily Honeymoon

Really enjoyed the stay, views were amazing, great size for the two of us
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We totally loved our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A., Wimberley, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kona Mountain side retreat

Great "home base" for couples visiting the Big Island. Awesome views & accommodations. Minutes to town. Quiet and in a great neighborhood. Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay on the Big Island

My wife and I loved this place. It was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. The location is easily accessible in the hills just above Kona with a beautiful view from the lanai. Very homey and just the right size for two people. If we someday return to the Big Island this is where we would stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time staying here

This is a beautiful rental in a very peaceful location very close to town. Owner quickly responded to the one need we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ,peaceful setting

We just loved our stay. Peaceful and beautiful neighborhood. All the amenities you could ask for. What a view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We enjoyed staying at this beautiful property on our honeymoon. The views were incredible and the house had everything we needed for our stay. Communication with Esther was great and it was the perfect place for two!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Quiet

Rear cottage balcony looks down on a lovely property, with a view of the sea. Convenient location near the north/south Kona highway.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure Hawaii

If you want to stay in an ohana that makes you feel like a local stop what you are doing and book it now! Every attention to detail was well thought out and the views were spectacular. Would highly recommend you stay here. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy / up on hill

Everything was perfect. The property is quaint and for 1-2 people unit has everything, including beautiful sunsets. This is for nature types — birds and frogs chirping in morning and evenings, but really peaceful, but if that’s not your thing (ie sleeping in late), then you may want a hotel room. Hosts were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This was our second time visiting and we loved it just as much as our first. The property is clean and well appointed with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Communicating with Esther was easy and she was quick to respond. Our absolute favorite part is the beautiful view from lanai. We highly recommend Esther’s cottage and hope to return again!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This place was perfect, in fact maybe too perfect. We had all sorts of activities panned, but in the end we spent most days just relaxing on the beautiful lanai. We barely saw anything of Kona! But we loved it and Esther and Daniel were awesome hosts full of Aloha.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House of peace

My stay far exceeded any expectations. Esther was the perfect host by sharing suggestions, care and hospitality. The cabin is so gorgeous some days it was hard to even leave. Some days I didn't ;) I am counting down the days until I can return. The location was absolutely perfect for me.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori F., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for a relaxing vacation.

Absolutely loved this property and the host. Esther was welcoming, responsive and helpful. The cottage was well stocked with all appliances and other amenities. Everything very clean and organized. Felt right at home. The view and property are beautiful and really feels like a tropical getaway. The bugs and the frogs contributed to the tropical ambiance. I hate bugs but there were no bugs that I could not live with - but you may wish to bring slippers to wear around the cottage and outside - especially at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Second Impression

We were in this home five seconds, and instantly decided, we will need to come back. Very comfortable, well furnished, and the property was beautiful! The outside deck provided us with an amazing view of the ocean and beautiful sunsets. It's perfectly located on a hill, quiet and tranquil. Located, five minutes from Kona (downtown), 10-15 minutes from the beach. Every home amenities were provided, down to beach chairs, cooler and umbrella. Thank you, Esther, for the hospitality (chocolate macadamia nuts, thoughtful). We hope to visit again, soon...
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely peaceful getaway

My partner and I had a wonderful time staying at Esther’s mom’s cottage. It is clean, bright, and beautifully but simply decorated. The area is close to everything we needed but feels semi-rural, which we loved, and there is now an adorable goat family in one of the yards behind the house. We spent a lot of time relaxing on the lanai each morning, watching them, drinking coffee, and enjoying the beautiful view. We arrived in Kona - Kailea during the biggest storm in 30 years (supposedly) and enjoyed lying on the bed listening to the rain and thunder. Esther was friendly and available but gave us our space. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful private tiny house in the trees

We wanted a centrally located but out of the bustle of Kona accommodation, peaceful and private, and this divine little house has that in spades. It is on stilts and is literally a tree house. Great for bird watching. There is a view over the tree tops to the ocean. What a gem. It is small, but the outdoor space doubles the living area and makes it a perfect size for two people. Owners are a lovely family next door and built this place for their mom. Upgraded finishings, with all the bells and whistles you could want. I will dream about that lanai when I am back home in wintry Oregon. It isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for. You will need a car.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage stay

We stayed at this cottage for 5 nights and really enjoyed it. The space is perfect for a couple and we loved the design and flow as well as the way it is decorated with works by local artists. The extra half bath is definitely a great feature. The outdoor lanai is wonderful and has a view of the ocean down the hill which gave us some great sunsets. The location of the cottage is great too. It's far enough from the craziness of Kailua-Kona's crowded tourist area but close enough to be anywhere in town within 5 or 10 minutes. Esther and Daniel were wonderful hosts in every way. We had an issue where the ice maker stopped making ice for some reason, but Daniel immediately came over and brought a full bin of ice for us. My wife was initially concerned before we arrived with the fact that there is no air-conditioning, but we found it to be comfortable all day with the fans running to circulate the air. And it really cools down a lot at night (you may get chilly). The symphony of Coqui frogs is a constant background noise at night but by the second night, we found it to be kind of peaceful to be lulled to sleep by. Feels like you're in a rain forest. I'd say our biggest challenge was that on some days, we were enjoying being there so much that we didn't want to leave the cottage to go do anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaus E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could not wish for more...

Beautifully appointed and designed cottage with breathtaking views, meticulously clean, and a great and convenient location in the hills above Kailua-Kona. Equipped with everything one may need for cooking and grilling and all other amenities, including equipment for beach visits. Super comfortable bed in which you wake up looking at luscious greenery and the Ocean. And a very welcoming and proactively communicating and responsive host who greeted us with delicious coffee and chocolate covered macademia nuts. Thank you, Esther, for this all around wonderful vacation in your great home!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Everything was great and the views were beautiful. Very peaceful as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

A little disappointed

While the location was great and views of ocean great, overall place could have been a bit cleaner. The back deck where the dining table was located was visibly dirty. While I realize this is a covered outdoor space, a thorough sweeping of the deck was greatly needed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Real Hawaiian Experience

Most tourists opt for the resort experience and don't bother to get to know what it's like to live in that part of the world. Staying here give you a chance to see what it would be like to live on the Big Island. Be aware that you will have a more rural experience. That means night birds calling, hearing the rain at night and not fighting crowds for everything. I recommend it highly.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaiian Paradise Cottage

Beautiful property with a tropical paradise feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stand Alone Kona Hillside Cottage

We had wonderful stay at the Hale Maluhia cottage. It was easy to communicate with Esther, our host. She gave us a tour upon arrival and explained all features of the cottage and property. The kitchen is small, not much counter space, but has everything you need. Plus the easy to use gas grill on the deck. The lack of air conditioning is not an issue. There are fans, and the hillside location was always cooler than down below at the beach. There was snorkeling gear, beach chairs, towels, and other beach items for our use. There are many nearby beaches requiring drives of up to 10 to 30 minutes depending on your choice. Grocery store is less than ten minutes away. The view from the deck down the hillside to the water was beautiful. It always calming to return the hillside at the end of the day after going to beaches, parks, restaurants or other attractions. The cottage is better than its pictures. The bathroom was large and has a nice walk in shower. Nice television and full size washer/dryer as well. It was the perfect space for couple. We really enjoyed our stay and would come back. Thanks Esther.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage with beautiful island views and sounds

This cottage is beautiful! Ideal cottage for two. Every morning, we were woken up by the sound of birds, which was really peaceful. The lack of air conditioning concerned me, but the fans inside really cool down the area, and it feels about 5 degrees cooler at the cottage than down by the water. There are no curtains on the sliding doors. It didn't bother us because we woke up before the sunrise due to our time difference (coming from Central time), but it's something to keep in mind.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024