Kevin R.
June 2024
It was a perfect house for the 8 of us ( three generations). It is a beautiful house, location and setting. The host was fantastic and we have no complaints.
Monica B.
June 2024
This is our second time vacationing at the Hula Moon and as soon as we returned home we booked it again for next year. The home is absolutely gorgeous with incredible views. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with everything you could possibly need to cook with. Our favorite pastime was relaxing on the beautiful lanai. Thank you Gail and Nikki for another wonderful vacation!
Walter M.
May 2024
The house was beautiful and very well furnished. Wonderful view from the house and the terrific back porch. This house and rental experience was perfect!
Bridget S.
May 2024
We had a great stay with nine of us! Plenty of room! The home has everything you need to cook with! The beach is great early in the morning to walk out and see sea turtles! (The beach isn’t friendly for swimming or playing in the sand since it’s lava rock, Which the listing does say). There’s a really nice beach five minutes away that’s secluded and beautiful! The sunsets and sunrise are beautiful! This home is made for relaxing! The pool was so fun for the kids! I would recommend this house for anyone that wants a high end home on the beach.
Also, side note no shampoo and conditioner (which the listing says) but I didn’t notice so be sure to stop at the store before arriving!
Lyle V.
March 2024
I cannot say enough about this place. This is the second time we have stayed there. We absolutely love it. The whale, turtle watching is the best.
Colleen F.
February 2024
This is our family’s second stay at this gorgeous home, and this trip was just as magical as the first. The home itself is impeccable, beautifully decorated, comfortable and stocked with everything you could need. The location is one of a kind. We had perfect weather and were lucky enough to see awesome whale activity right from the back patio, all week long. The kids and adults alike spent hours walking along the shoreline and we saw so much beautiful wildlife. The sea turtles abound right outside! Gail and Niki are communicative and organized; amazing hosts of an incredible property. We can’t wait to return!
Velma C.
January 2024
If I could give this home a 20 star review, I would! From the moment we booked with Gail it was great! She was considerate and helpful with information and emails. We had looked and considered many homes and condos and wow did we make the right choice!! Nikki met us when we arrived and was available anytime we needed information. Everything you might need while staying at this home is pretty much there. The kitchen is stocked with all the equipment you need, there was an abundance of towels and linens, the furniture and bedding was comfortable, I could just go on and on. Pool and sand toys, coolers and sand chairs were there for our use. As for location, it is perfect!! The courtyard pool is wonderful and located at the front of the house, nestled in a beautiful garden oasis. Open expansive back sliding doors onto a huge back lanai with a dining area and an outdoor living room area. There is a very nice back yard for playing games or just enjoying the sunshine and ocean view. Every day we watched whales swimming and splashing and many turtles swimming or sunning on the rocks. Our family had the BEST WEEK EVER in this home and would recommend it to everyone! Thank you Gail and Nikki for everything!!
Beth H.
December 2023
This is a beautiful property, located right on the water with its own private beach.
Went to celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint.
Incredibly comfortable, spacious, has everything we needed.
Kids really enjoyed the pool, fully stocked with toys.
Great supplies in house - used chairs and cooler for a beach day.
Niki, the concierge checked in daily and Gail the host was lovely.
Zero complaints. I highly recommend booking this and we hope to be back.
Deanna D.
December 2023
This was our second stay at this lovely home and we can't wait for our third. The location in Puako is just what we like - remote but close enough. The general store on the road has everything you might need, the Hapuna beach is only a mile or two down the road and one of the best on the island, the fresh doughnut maker is just off the highway, it is 30 minutes to Kona and 30 minutes to Hawi so you get the best of both varieties of Hawaii. The house is impossibly lovely - I'm not sure I could allow others in it if it were mine. It is exactly as described, could not be more spacious or elegant or well equipped. The support from Nik is incredible should you have any little issue to deal with. I can't recommend enough and our family can't wait to go back.
Susan L.
December 2023
We have never stayed at a more beautiful home in such a truly spectacular location. Being right on the ocean, watching the sunsets, surrounded by lovely landscaping, the scent of plumeria and jasmine, the sound of the birds and the waves - such a gift! And the house is amazing, beautiful views, huge rooms, great decor and art, comfortable furniture, gorgeous rugs, huge lanai, the coolest showers ever! And everything you could possibly need for barbecuing or cooking or trips to the beach. Gail was so helpful and accommodating and Niki was there for us whenever we had a need or question. 10 stars! Thank you!
dan b.
December 2023
This was a wonderful home right on the water. The views are spectacular and the neighborhood is quite and friendly. Great communication with both the property manager and owner. We loved our stay and look forward to returning in the near future. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Roger T.
December 2023
Turtle viewing daily. Eels & fish were shy. Whales spotted in the distance (2/7/23 - 2/14/23). Property was exactly as pictured. Perfect stay for 2 couples & 2 single adults. It got a bit humid the last night of our stay; if it had been hotter it would have been quite uncomfortable without air conditioning. It was comfortable & breezy the other days. Rare find with all 4 bedrooms having full ocean views!
Shane M.
November 2023
The hula moon house was everything we hoped it would be. The house is located right on the water and we were greeted daily by large sea turtles swimming in the water or on the beach. The patio was our favorite place to have our meals, play cards or board games while overlooking the yard and beach where the kids hung out. The bedrooms were large and beds comfortable. The property manager was excellent. She greeted us, gave us a tour and answered any questions we had during our stay immediately. This is definitely a place where we would consider staying again
david b.
August 2023
I’d say Hula Moon is as beautiful as shown on VRBO, but is far more beautiful than displayed. Our adult children and partners were blown away on seeing it for the first time. Everything you need for an incredible week is provided by Gail, the owner. Nikki our manager, was extremely helpful, providing us with information on food shopping, aquatic equipment rental, restaurants, farmers’ markets, and beaches before we arrived via text and phone and during our visit. She was a joy to work with! All in all our experience was first rate and the first of what we hope will be more to come.
Jordan B.
July 2023
It’s hard to put into words how incredible our experience was here, but I’ll try…The home is immaculate and makes you relax as soon as you enter the front doors. The views never got old and were enjoyable all day long - especially the mornings and beautiful evenings! We traveled with a 3.5 YO and the house was very child friendly, so would absolutely recommend for any families looking for a big house with tons of home-front activists (pool, beach, tide pools, lawn activities). Thanks again to our hosts and their home for making this vacation one to remember.
Jason T.
June 2023
We came here to remember my father who passed away. It was a great place for the whole family to stay busy, from the beautiful views and comfortable pool! The concierge was very friendly and helpful with where to go and see with the ages and limitations we had. My mom loved watching the sea turtles and even saw a stingray from the private beach. I definitely would come here again and again! Thanks for the amazing memories and hospitality!
Jenny B.
June 2023
What a beautiful location and home. Our 3 kids, their grandparents and my husband and I greatly enjoyed our stay!
Rob M.
May 2023
What an incredible property! We sadly had to leave this beautiful home and return home. Our entire family had so much fun during our stay there. From the ocean views, the beach access, turtles, snorkeling, back porch dinners, swimming, and the list could go on….we all (ages 8 to 65) had an absolute blast!
We will surely miss it and we are already planning our return. It’s left an indelible mark on us and we will not soon forget our fantastic time there.
We love how detailed Gail and Niki were from the very beginning. They made our stay so welcoming and as a family that owns and runs a business we can be very picky about things! Rest assured you will not make a mistake by booking your stay at The Home of the Hula Moon!
This place will always have a special place in our hearts and it has easily surpassed all of our families dreams for a get-away. We CAN’T wait to return. See you again soon!
With much Aloha!!
-Rob, Stacy and family
jen f.
May 2023
Everything regarding the Home of the Hula Moon is sublime. Niki and Leo were responsive and awesome. We hope to return again and again. Mahalo for another memorable stay!
Dawn S.
February 2023
Our group of 4 couples, average age 70+ spent the end of Jan 2023 at The Home of the Hula Moon. This house was perfect for 8 adults with space to be together and space for quiet time away from the group. Home of the Hula Moon has a quiet elegance about it but at the same time it was comfortable without being stuffy or formal.
I have rented several houses on Puako Beach Dr. which has become my favorite all time vacation spot. The location is quiet and secluded. If you wish for lots of people and music crowded around a resort pool, this place IS NOT FOR YOU!
There were too many whale sightings to count and the sea turtles were a daily delight! Exploring the tide pools was an hours long daily adventure.
The owner and concierge were helpful and made the booking process stress free. The VRBO listing was 100% accurate.
All 8 of us highly recommend this property.
Monica B.
January 2023
Home of the Hula Moon is one of the most incredible properties that I have ever stayed in. The home itself is impeccable with large open rooms and beautiful decor. Our favorite pastime was relaxing on the lanai and watching for whales. We are already planning another trip to visit next year. Thank you Gail and Nikki for your wonderful hospitality!
Luther N.
January 2023
Home of the Hula Moon is a fabulous property right on the beach with every amenity you can think of. It is set up as a 4 suite house with marvelous views of the ocean from nearly every window. Our group of four couples were able to each have the privacy of their own space including separate reading and relaxation areas while having the convenience of a large common area and great kitchen.
Most of our time was spent outdoors on the lanai’s or beachfront lawn watching turtles lounge, dolphins playing, and whales breaching! This is truly a fabulous home, and I would recommend it to anyone. Niki did a great job, taking care of us and making sure that we had everything we needed. Thank you to Niki and Gail!
Jami G.
December 2022
We were two grandparents, two daughters and son in law, 3 grandchildren. Phenomenal property with a little beach, giant lawn, lovely lanai. Bedrooms large and spacious. Rugs are gorgeous (almost scary gorgeous for little kids!) and the property manager, Niki, communicated with us all the time our needs, their concerns. We can't wait to come back and stay here again! Oh, and lots of beach chairs and beach toys for kiddos. :-)
john w.
December 2022
Wonderful property, beautiful house, comfortable furnishings, and shelves stocked with appliances and condiments. Our 3-generation family couldn't haver asked for more!
Sashank R.
November 2022
Gorgeous home and fantastic experience. Even more beautiful than the pictures.
Jerry K.
October 2022
If possible, I would have given this location 10 stars. Dealing with Gail and Nikki was a pleasure. Nikki was extremely responsive to any questions that we had. The small beach out front was great for exploring and watching the sea turtles. There was no better way to start your day than with a cup of coffee and watching the waves. Every room had fantastic views of the ocean. There were two beaches( Beach 69 and Hapuna Beach) within 5 minutes of the house. Great snorkeling at Beach 69 and boogie boarding at Hapuna Bech. After a day at the beach, the grandkids enjoyed coming back and spending some time in the pool. There is so much to do on the Big Island from waterfall adventures outside Hilo to the Hawaii Volcano National Park.
One of the best time of the day was enjoying the sunsets, which were fantastic. Spending my birthday celebration at the Home of the Hula Moon made this one of the best vacations ever.
Alan C.
October 2022
The house was perfect! We were 3 generations. Us our 2 sons and their wives and 3 grandkids. Could not have been a better place to spend 10 days! Everything you could imagine the Hula Moon has. Beautiful bedrooms, amazing kitchen and the outdoor setting is incredible. I was a little worried about no AC but with the breeze off the ocean not once I wished there was AC. Gail and Jen were so good and easy to work with. We come as a family every 3 years and we will definitely stay here again. This is our 4th stay in Puako and the Hula Moon was the best yet. Can’t thank Gail enough for sharing her wonderful home.
Josh P.
August 2022
This home was absolutely as advertised. Spectacular accommodations and location with great, attentive hosts. We could not have been happier.
W Thomas T.
July 2022
Perfect place for our annual family vacation (6 adults and 4 kids). First class, luxurious accommodation and excellent support and service. We hated to leave.
Emilie D.
July 2022
What a special stay for our first trip to Hawaii. Located in a quiet and lovely neighborhood in Puako- a short drive from the Kona airport. The house is RIGHT on the water as shown in the pictures and provide such a wonderful and serene backdrop during your stay (and beautiful breezes through the home). Low tides bring many turtles right outside the home and children will absolutely love exploring the tide pools. We even saw a large puffer fish one morning right in a small tide pool! It is a bit of a rocky entry to the water outside the home with many sea urchins, so the pool is a lovely welcome spot when you want to take a quick dip and the children loved playing in it for hours. There are a couple of absolutely lovely sand beaches within a few minutes drive from the house as well. The kitchen was well stocked and communications with the property manager, Niki went very smoothly. Overall, a perfect spot for your Hawai'i stay!
Kim S.
June 2022
Beautiful luxurious home with incredible decor, art, and furnishings. Very peaceful and private. It is conveniently located. Ocean views were relaxing and the wild bird life was entertaining. Niki was very professional and helpful. . The house was definitely well equipped. The most comfortable beds! We would definitely book the house again.
May 2022
Just loved the house, local and host. Highly recommended.
Marissa T.
April 2022
What an incredible experience! Nikki and Gail were great…super accommodating and helpful. This house was perfect for our family and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a luxury vacation without the hustle and bustle of a hotel. If you are on the fence don’t hesitate—worth every penny and then some! We stayed as a party of 7–myself, my husband, my kids (9 and 11) and parents (70s). We are both attorneys so it’s rare that we get the chance to rest and relax. The home was perfect for our needs and gave us exactly the break we needed. Every room had an ocean view and was perfectly appointed. It was pristine. The back yard was spacious…our kids loved playing in the yard. The beach only has a few swimmable spots but the snorkeling is phenomenal! We saw families of sea turtles each day, eels, tropical fish. Incredible! The pool was the perfect temperature and it was a nice break from the ocean. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We ordered groceries delivered and cooked in many nights. The Fairmont and Mauna Lani were walking distance to the home so we walked over several days and nights for dinner and drinks. Nearby beaches were great. There are a few hiking trails near the house. Be sure to check out the petroglyph trail! Honestly, I don’t think we could have had a better vacation and we attribute much of that to this beautiful home. We will be back for sure!!
Lyle V.
March 2022
The house was very clean. We had been planning this trip for a year and was not disappointed. We had an age range of 3-56 and could not have been happier. Beautiful view, sunsets.
Lynda R.
March 2022
What a pleasure to stay in this phenomenal home. The pictures are totally accurate but they can’t begin to convey the magical surroundings. We thought we might not love the pool not being on the ocean side, but it turned out to be the perfect Zen atmosphere, peaceful and lush. Then walk through the house and get the sounds of the waves and all that the ocean brings. Just magic.
The house is, of course, gorgeous and beautifully appointed, but it also contains everything you could need for a week and barely leave. We went whale watching and it was great, but we saw nearly as many whales from the lanai. We went snorkeling and saw beautiful fish, but snorkeled in the tide pools at our back door and saw fish, turtles that swam with you, manta rays, and sea urchins. We ate out, but had fabulous dinners on the lanai with the best view! All in all, I could not recommend this beautiful home more highly.
Gregg J.
March 2022
Everything about this home is fabulous. Gail communicated with us so well prior to our stay, as did Niki. Niki met us at this beautiful home when we arrived and made some recommendations for restaurants, explained the basic rules and amenities of the house and checked in with us during the week. This home has everything you could want in a vacation home. We totally enjoyed our stay. PS. Must try Hapuna Beach. Very close by and just an incredibly beautiful spot.
Alexander R.
March 2022
We travel widely, and this is the cleanest VRBO we've ever stayed in. You can tell the owner really cares about and for the property. Energetically quiet and beautiful location. The owner and property manager were very helpful & responsive. We highly recommend Hula Moon, and plan to stay here again!
Colleen F.
March 2022
We stayed at the Home of the Hula Moon this February. It was the most magical visit our family has ever had to Hawaii. The five-star reviews are totally accurate.
From the first step of booking through to our checkout, the owner Gail and concierge Niki were responsive and helpful. They wanted to ensure we had a pleasant stay. The location of the home is wonderful. The neighborhood is really special and we enjoyed the short walk to the coastline trail, where we explored the petroglyph park and tide pools along the way. And the location of the home itself - you can't get any closer to the ocean! We soaked in the early morning views of the ocean and the picture perfect sunsets. Our kids were mesmerized by the sea life just outside the back door - we saw lots of sea turtles, rays, reef life, and even a few magnificent whales! The home is kept in pristine condition, both inside and out. Honestly the most well-appointed vacation rental we have ever experienced. Comfortable beds and furniture, top of the line linens, bedding and appliances, every beach supply we could use and more. Plenty of space for all of us. The home is beautifully designed and decorated - so unique. Easy short drive to the gorgeous Hapuna Beach for swimming. Short drive to grocery stores, dining and shops. We loved loved loved this house and this vacation and made memories to last a lifetime. We cannot wait to go back again!
Connie J.
January 2022
If you are reading reviews for the property - they are all true plus some! It is heaven on earth. We were a group of 9 (7 adults and two children under 10) and we picked this house to celebrate milestone birthdays and escape COVID over the holidays. Pictures really don’t do this place justice - we consider ourselves to be well traveled and if the view and house does not impress you, I’d like to know where you are staying! The house feels very high end decorations, furniture and finishing - it really is like stepping into a house featured in AD. As mentioned before, the house is well designed so that it has places to gather and seek solitude for large groups of people. On top of being able to live in this magnificent house, you have the hospitality of Niki our Concierge and Gail the owner - they really make you feel like a friend who they want to share the beauty of Pauko and the Big Island with. We enjoyed every moment of stay - we hope we have the good fortune to return. Enjoy the amazing sunsets, tide pools, whale watching, turtles and beachfront views from your lanai! Aloha!
David M.
September 2021
We are a family of senior parents and two adult kids and a spouse, gathering from across the lower 48. We came here during the spiking Delta variant and so were reluctant to go many indoor places, but with this beautiful house and the nearby beaches, we very much enjoyed our stay. The owner and concierge could not have been more helpful, the house has a great location and is very well appointed. We lived on the lanai, with occasional trips to the fully equipped kitchen. (Ask about the Da Fish House, great fresh seafood.) It is not practical to try to swim from the house, but a pair of beach shoes opens up the fantastic tide pools to strolling. And swimmable beaches are a short drive away. All in all, a near perfect place to have a family gathering in the midst of the pandemic, and I expect any other time as well.
Steven B.
September 2021
My wife and I decided for our 50th Anniversary we would take our family of 9 to Hawaii for 10 days. We fell in love with the Hula Moon early on in our search and unanimously decided this was the place for us.
We could not have had a better experience. From the magnificent house, to the sublime setting, to the perfect location there was nothing else we could have asked for. It provided space to spend time reading or listening to music or just sitting enjoying the spectacular sunsets without interfering with each others activities while providing space for all of us to be together and to enjoy the family that our 50 years helped create.
It is my firm belief -- you will not be disappointed!
Deanna D.
July 2021
It would be impossible for us to share all of the reasons that our stay at this home was beyond perfect. We had 4 adults and 3 teen/near team kids - the layout of the house is great for needed privacy. The house was stocked with every possible amenity and nicety - everything that we needed was right there. We spent most of our time outdoors - the lanai is beautiful with overhead fans and comfy furniture and the view of the ocean is incredible and ever-changing with the tides. The yard was perfect for sunning or play - and the ocean was just beyond description - we swam, paddle boarded, kayaked, snorkeled and just walked around at low tide observing all of the sea life including a family of turtles. The STARS - we had never seen such stars and sat outside each night just gazing...the low light pollution in the area allowed for gazing like nowhere else. We enjoyed the island, obviously (parasailing, golf, volcano, deep sea fishing, snorkeling tour, etc.) but the highest point of our trip was this house. Don't be scared about no a/c - the fans and the ocean breezes cover the cooling that you need. Should we be lucky enough to return to Hawaii, this is the only place we will ever stay.
Veronica M.
June 2021
Beautiful home in a wonderful location!
Teri S.
June 2021
Did that really just happen?! Did we just stay in the dreamiest, breeziest, most spacious oceanfront home imaginable? Yes...yes we did. Our family of seven (adult children and our 6 and 7 year old) had a glorious week in Puako...so much that we've now been spoiled and can't imagine staying anywhere else.
We could be found multiple times a day just exploring the tide pools directly in front of the house where we'd observe an entire community of turtles, tropical fish, (harmless) eels, and on our last day, a mama black tip reef shark and her babies! Amazing! At high tide, we would paddle our rented SUPboards and kayaks out (from Hawai'i Surf and Kayak) and snorkel along the reef also directly out from the house which was teaming with loads of marine life. (There's even a buoy right there to tie up to.)
We only had one night out (Browns Beach which was delightful) but otherwise cooked in every night, and the kitchen was beyond stocked with anything you could possibly need. They even had the same exact rice cooker I have at home...which yielded perfectly delicious coconut rice to go with our skewers. :)
Pool was amazing (wonderfully warm!) and the garage was stocked with all the beach gear you'd need (Chairs, umbrellas, and coolers) for a local beach venture! (Highlights...Beach 69 and Hapuna State Beach). We also frequented the beach at the Fairmont just a hop, skip, and jump away. And don't forget to pick up your lunch rations at Puako General Store where you'll find incredible sandwiches, salads, and other snacks and drinks!
A few more highlights include: a hike down into Polulu Valley...with a much-needed stop after at the best shaved ice shop we found on the island (Sweet Tooth), a two tank dive with Kohala Divers (awesome crew and experience!), a private yoga session right at the house adjacent to the Pacific (Maya Parish - she's amazing), and a night manta snorkel that leaves right out of Puako Boat ramp (Adventure X - they were especially great with our 6 and 7 year old!) That last one was an unforgettable experience, really.
Ok...I think the system may shut me down since I can't stop raving about our time here. Ha! You may be looking at a stay in 2022 at this point, but lock it in now. You won't regret it. Hula Moon is truly magical! Mahalo for sharing it with us!!
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