Hale Pohaku 1


Rates: $302 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Bed types: KK (sleeps 4)
Reviews: 4.80 (from 105 reviews)
vrKCV - Hale Pohaku 1, Professionally Managed by Kona Coast Vacations

Welcome to paradise and to our 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1161 sq. ft. condo located at Hale Pohaku.

The large 25' lanai puts you incredibly close to the water. You'll love the oceanfront dining and relaxing, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner while watching the dolphins, sea turtles and fish dance in the waves plus see the whales during season. The lanai is fully covered, with a Hunter ceiling fan for your comfort, and is your own private place to see the incredible Kona sunsets.

The sliding glass doors and screens in the living room slide back entirely into pockets, opening up the living room and kitchen to the lanai and oceanfront experience. The lanai overhangs the pool and you have an unobstructed view of the reef, bay, beautiful sunsets and sandy beach.

Hale Pohaku was designed by award winning Hawaii architect Vladimir Ossipoff, called the “master of modern Hawaiian architecture”. It shares no common walls with other units, allowing flow through ventilation from the floor-to-ceiling louvers in every room. His unique design incorporates Kamaaina (local) style. The cool ocean breezes bring in the fresh air and are complimented by Hunter ceiling fans in each room, even the kitchen and master bathroom. The complex feels very private with only 6 units sharing the oceanfront pool and covered parking. The pool is light salt, eliminating the need for chlorine and feels much better on your suntanned skin.

Inside our condo, you'll find granite countertops, Koa cabinets and fresh, contemporary bathrooms. The furniture and cal-king size beds in both the master bedroom and second bedroom are custom crafted by a local artist and features the Honu (turtle) carved in the wood. The unit is fully stocked with linens and towels, and the kitchen has top end appliances and everything you need to prepare meals featuring local produce from the nearby farmers markets. In the living room, you'll find a 49” full HD TV, and audio system.

Location, location, location! The location is unique with a small white sand beach just steps away and your own private seawall gate to get there. Beyond the beach, there is a nice size wading area surrounded by lava and a coral reef. You could spend hours here in the water exploring or on the sand sun bathing. If you have children, they will love it when the turtles come over to the shore to visit. They are very curious and amazing to watch up close. And you'll find other great beaches and surf spots close by. Finally, the oceanfront pool has plenty of patio furniture, shaded section and a grassy area for sunbathing, plus its own bathroom and shower. These are a few of the many reasons Hawaiian royalty picked Kona as their home!

We are close enough to town to walk (about a mile and a half), with lots of scenery to see along the way. You can head to town in the morning to have breakfast and then walk it off on the way back to the condo, followed by a swim to cool off. You can also hop on the Kona-Keauhou trolley as a stop is only a block away. The open air Alii Gardens Marketplace is about ¼ mile away, with local crafts, coffee and foods.

During the Kona Ironman in October, Hale Pohaku puts you right in the action as the triathletes train on Ali'i Drive. During the race, the athletes run south on Ali'i Drive, passing right by Hale Pohaku on their way to Keauhou. There they turn and head north again on Ali'i, passing Hale Pohaku a second time as they compete in the final leg of the Triathlon. Just set up your beach chair and cheer them on for the final leg of the Kona Ironman.

We hope that you enjoy our new oceanfront paradise as much as we do!

Minimum night varies seasonally between 4 - 10 nights. This is a no pets, no smoking property.
TA: 129-406-5664-01. STVR: 19-354043 Registration Number: GE-129-406-5664-01,TA-129-406-5664-01

Hale Pohaku 1 Reviews



JANET T.
November 2023
It took a night or two to get used to the crashing of waves, but that’s the price of a beach front property. Spent a lot of time on the lanai basking in the view!


Debbie N.
November 2023
We loved everything about this beautiful place. The lanai was our favorite place to sit and take it all in. We watched whales, spouting, spinner, dolphins, surfers, the sound of the powerful waves, and amazing sunsets. The ocean breeze kept the house. Very cool uncomfortable. The house was well equipped with everything you would need. 🌺🌴🐠🌅🌊


Kirk S.
November 2023
Great location. Spacious and comfortable. Good sized lanai to sit and relax or eat while enjoying the view. Can enjoy the sound of the ocean from everywhere in the house. No A/C. Adequately cooled by fans and windows while we were there in early November, but I think has potential to get warm at times.


Traci K.
October 2023
Where do I even begin with the view and location? This was beyond what we had hoped for. We loved and savored every moment. Plan to come back!


Janet T.
September 2023
The moment we stepped into the Hale Pohaku, we were amazed! Our first impression of the condo was that it was even more beautiful in person, and we immediately felt at home. The condo and the property as a whole are well maintained. Hale Pohaku is spacious, comfortable, and offers all the amenities, and more. As we made our meals and dined on the lanai at sunset, we enjoyed the sounds of the ocean and the most amazing sunsets. Hale Pohaku is a place we have fond memories of, and we are looking forward to returning for our next holiday. In closing, I would like to THANK the team at Kona Coast Vacations for the excellent communication and partnership, both during our holiday planning and throughout our stay. Warmest aloha!


maurice f.
June 2023
A wonderful balcony overlooking breaking waves and a small pool below our balcony. The bedroom closest to Alii Dr. was very noisy particularly because of the early morning traffic.


Terri C.
April 2023
This property is just as pictured, and sunsets from the lanai couldn’t be best. Very comfortable for 4 adults, everything we needed and more. Comfortable, clean and convenient location.


leah b.
March 2023
It is a wonderful place on the water with a pool. Could use some cookware. We like to eat in as much as possible.


Patricia M.
March 2023
Sitting on the lanai was a dream! Unit was very well stocked and in a great location!


Lorna L.
March 2023
Need to keep quiet hours and respect pool rules.


Lisa S.
January 2023
Great accommodations & fabulous ocean view!


Cathy B.
December 2022
Enjoyed our 4 night stay. Gorgeous ocean view. Beds and pillows very comfortable


Michael B.
December 2022
Comfortable, well equipped Unit with an oversize Lanai. As close to the water as you will find.


Kathy F.
November 2022
Great unit for 2 couples traveling together. Amazing views from the Lanai. Kitchen is well equipped. No A/C, but the louver system works well at keeping the temperature comfortable.


William G.
November 2022
This property was exactly as advertised , except the pool was better than we expected. You have the ocean you can jump and then back to the pool. No crowds to deal with. Perfect stay for the wife and I.


Lisann Z.
October 2022
We really enjoyed the view and location of this condo but that was all. The louver design let in all sorts of noise, we needed ear plugs to sleep. Some of the louvers were broken and couldn’t be fully closed. This was also not your home away from home feel that we enjoy from using short term rentals over hotels.


Pono H.
October 2022
We really enjoyed our stay here, as the property was very welcoming and quiet during our entire stay. The ocean breeze helped cool the very spacious condo well and the pool and beach side property was a huge hit.


Brian G.
October 2022
beautiful place to stay, loved it!


Rick G.
September 2022
We loved this property. Fantastic location. Right on the water. I was able to paddle out and see dolphins. Quiet pool on site. I have already recommended this property to 2 other groups. We will stay here when we return.


Laurie K.
July 2022
Our experience was fantastic starting with David, our concierge. Very helpful and fun! We would definitely stay here again!


Tammy S.
June 2022
We can’t say enough positive things to really express how much we enjoyed our stay at this condo! Well stocked with all beach day necessities and loved the salt water pool too! Absolutely awesome!


AJA M.
May 2022
We were utterly delighted with this property! Highly recommended, without delay. Pictures were 100% accurate. Location is fantastic. Highly responsive and helpful management group. Location close to things. Comfy beds. Fully loaded kitchens. A win all around!


Rose H.
May 2022
I could spend hours on the balcony. This condo has a great location on the water. The view is incredible along w a pool right below, comfortable beds, and clean bathrooms. We had a lovely week here and wild have happily stayed another week.


Kathy T.
March 2022
The view and location can not be beat. The lanai overlooking the water was amazing. Easy access to town and short drive to marina for snorkeling outings. Clean upon arrival, off street parking. House well supplied with extras like beach towels, chairs, pool noodles. Property manager checked in frequently to make sure we had everything we needed.


Diane M.
January 2022
This was a great place in a good location. You definitely need a car to get around, but there are a few places to walk to within a half mile. A little dated but a large balcony for enjoying a gorgeous sunset!


Ingrid H.
January 2022
Excellent value for the price. 3 story building with 6 units. We were on the 1st floor but you’re elevated above the pool so there’s no worries about open windows at night if you’re traveling alone. It’s very safe. We stayed for a week and thoroughly enjoyed the property. The building is older but our unit was modern and very clean. Mgmt company is very responsive. I will stay here again.


Chelsea H.
November 2021
Overall, this was a great unit for our stay. The lanai is to die for, I could have spent my whole time out there! We appreciated all of the furniture on the lanai and the beach related items like masks, umbrellas, etc. The bedrooms are very spacious and comfortable with a lot of storage options. If you don't mind walking, there are a few things we enjoyed nearby that we walked to such as Da Poke Shack and the Marketplace. Kailua is less than a 10 minute drive away and we also utilized Uber a few times; one-way fare costed less than $10. Not necessarily a con, but if you are a light sleeper, this may not be the best unit for you as most of the "walls" are actually window panels so you can hear people walking by and the street traffic pretty clearly in the mornings. I had ear plugs with me which solved that problem but it still took a day or so to get used to as it sometimes sounds like there is someone in the unit when in fact it is just someone talking outside. And one tip: the shower in the master bathroom takes a solid few minutes to heat up. There is a sign with some instructions for the water heater in the guest bedroom that was discovered too late but apparently said instructions work for both showers so make sure to read that sign sooner rather than later - unless you enjoy a cold shower. We hope to return!!


Bruce K.
August 2021
Great location, beautiful property, well maintained


LeAnne N.
August 2021
This property looks and is exactly as described on the VRBO website. This is definitely the nicest property that my husband and I have ever stayed at. Right on the beach so you can hear the waves crashing as you sit on the porch. Will 1000% be coming back here next time we stay on the Big Island. This property is just beautiful and that doesn't even do it justice!


Elizabeth C.
July 2019
Truly special. Lovely condo overlooking the water, cooled by trade winds. Lanai is wonderful; we could sit there and watch the ocean and listen to the waves crashing all day. The nearby white sand beaches are protected by the rocks, so it’s possible to swim or beach-comb or see turtles—be aware that you do have to walk over rocks to get to the sand. Unit is comfortable, well-equipped, nicely decorated. You could stock up on food and never have to leave. We hope to return.


tally m.
July 2019
We loved this property and if we go back to Kona, we will book it again. Location and views are amazing. The property is clean, well equipped, and comfortable. It was the perfect home base for my family on our vacation.


Tim B.
May 2019
A beautiful place with an incredible view Very well stocked and close to town. A wonderful place to get away!


Suzanne H.
May 2019
A beautiful property in a wonderful location! This was our third time renting this property and we have never been disappointed with the location, amenities or the service of of Kona Coast Vacations.


Caprice W.
March 2019
Words are inadequate to describe Hale Pohaku1...the condo is better than the pictures display! The moment you arrive at the covered off street parking and step out of your car you can here the waves breaking onshore...heavenly!!! It is just a short walk through the garden courtyard to the front door of the condo and when you step inside the view is astounding and better than expected. We immediately opened the glass doors to the lanai and sat down to enjoy the tranquil sounds of the surf, a welcome sight and sound after 14 hours traveling. It was wonderful to stay here and there was plenty of room for the 4 of us. The kitchen is beautiful and well stocked, we ate all breakfasts and dinners on the lanai as who could resist that view!!! We had the pool to ourselves most of the time and the complex was quiet and serene. As others mentioned there was a little road noise during the day, but it quieted at night and honestly didn’t bother us at all. We had no issues with hot water at any time...as long as you run it s bit it was toasty hot for the duration of our showers and washing up at any time of the day. It was very nice that both bedrooms had their own private bath as we were with another couple. The decor and artwork were amazing...as was the view and the sound of the surf! It was very easy to find and just a short drive into town. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and did not want to leave. We hope to return someday. Mahalo for sharing your fabulous home with us!


Becky L.
March 2019
Don’t miss TJ Bar-b-q for take out and a meal on the patio. (Within walking distance). Huggo’s, Fosters, and Lava Lava were our favorites.


Andy J.
February 2019
Hale Pohaku #1 was incredible, the views are breathtaking. My jaw hit the floor when we walked in the door, and then you step out on the lani and feel like you are standing over the rocks and surf below. Just from our lani we were able to watch turtles on the rocks, and dolphins and wales coming and going every day. And the sunsets are just stunning. The condo itself was great, very spacious and lots of storage. We had four adults and never seemed lacking for space, especially when you slide open the wall of doors that seperate the living space and the lani. The condo was well stocked in the kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms. We were missing beach towels when we showed up, but they were brought over shortly after we had made the discovery. There was plenty of snorkel gear for the four of us as well. There is a great little beach area just around the point to the north of the condo, and can be accessed by a private gate from the condo grounds. Lots of tide pools and wading areas with turtles, eels, crabs, and all kinds of colorful fish. A local farmer's style market is a short walk north of the condo. When we booked I was contacted by a concierge, David, from the property management company. If David (or whomever from Kona Concierge) reaches out and offers assistance or a recommendation, TAKE IT! David was great and pushed us to book the things we wanted to do early in the week, that way if there were cancellations we had a better shot at rebooking later in the week. We were treated to unusually high wind and tides our first 3 days on island, so everything was cancelled (snorkel tours, scuba dives, manta night dives, summit star gazing). David and his team worked to get everything re-booked and the only thing we missed was because we decided not to re-book. They made all the calls, they made all the new arrangements, and they communicated with us the entire time. David and Kona Concierge were awesome and allowed us to enjoy our vacation when the weather had other plans. The only thing I thought was missing from the condo/complex was a grill. None of us really wanted to turn the stove or oven on to cook, but a grill would have gotten some use.


Sheila S.
December 2018
Great view. Comfortable furniture. Well stocked kitchen (except for dishwasher soap, but we ate all meals in). Loved the ventilation. Both bedrooms get road noise and noise from the neighbor’s ac. We had plenty of hot water ... it just takes a while to get to the shower head. Lots of birds to see! Did I mention the excellent view!


Rena G.
March 2018
we loved this condo on the ocean. Waking up every morning to that incredible view was awesome. The condo was clean and comfortable, kitchen well stocked and both bedrooms had comfortable king sized beds! It was in a great location to all the shops and activities that Hawai'i offers. We loved the pool in the afternoon and walking the beach collecting shells in the morning. It took alittle getting used to being awakened every morning by singing birds but we grew to like them!


Danni H.
November 2017
Overall we enjoyed our stay at this property and the beautiful views are hard to beat. We spent most of our time outside on the lanai. The pool here was large for a property with only 6 units and well maintained. The negatives were that there was no hot water from the solar heating even though it was sunny the 3 days we stayed here. There is a booster heater but that only takes the chill off and gives you luke warm water. The other point is that it can be very noisy here as you can hear everything from other units and the road.


Blaine F.
January 2016
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this complex and have stayed there several times, although this was our first time in this unit. We were really happy that the walkway from the parking lot to the unit had been redone to replace the bumpy lava rock. Overall, the common areas seemed to have been upgraded since we last stayed there a couple of years ago. Some recommendations: - No outside grill is a major bummer. One of the advantages of going the condo route vs. a hotel is the ability to make great home-cooked meals. Cooking fresh ahi on a stovetop is just not the way to go. - You could really use a heavier shade on the big windows. The living room and kitchen were so hot and bright in the afternoon it was difficult to stay in there until the sun went down. - It would be nice to have some lighting over the table on the lanai. We would have liked to have eaten dinner out there after the sun went down but it was just too dark. - We had an incident where the panel about the refrigerator fell off and hit my wife the first morning we were there. We reported the incident that morning and placed the panel outside the unit for pick-up and repair but nobody ever picked it up during our stay. Thank you.


Lisa T.
December 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was amazing the Condo was exactly as pictured right on the ocean front. We felt like we were in heaven . The crash of the ocean is loud and powerful but wonderful. The place had everything you could possibly want in a home vacation.


Carla/Greg B.
December 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was so perfect. It lacked for nothing that we could find. Had a fabulous time on the lanai watching for whales and dolphins which we did see. Also the tidal pools below were great for fish, turtles and other marine life. We would without a doubt stay here again.


Stacey B.
December 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the homey feeling of the condo and the views from the Lanai were absolutely gorgeous. A perfect getaway for our family.


Debbie S.
November 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stay a lot in Kona and love this place. Deck is great and the condo is well stocked. High surf when we were there so you have to get used to everything being pretty wet. Surf is loud and road noise is always a problem but it didn't seem to be as bad at this location. The master bedroom is away from the surf so sleeping was quieter. Loved that it was on the same level as the parking.


Mary F.
September 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good for people who like their privacy but still want quick access to all that's happening. Home was well appointed and had everything you could need to feel at home. The pictures don't lie, it really is as wonderful as it looks in the photos.


Julie S.
August 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at Hale Pohaku! The location was fantastic, right on the beach. We saw dolphins playing, sea turtles, urchins, sea cucumbers, also amazing creatures we couldn't name. At first I was worried to see the unit didn't have air conditioning b/c it was HOT but with the windows and sliding door open a fantastic breeze cooled the house off nicely. Location is far enough from town that you don't have the noise and busyness but close enough to run over to and enjoy easily (4 miles??). Everything was clean and well appointed and we never saw any unwelcome crawling intruders. A really nice place for relaxing.


Doug L.
August 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Kona Coast Vacations was great to work with. They followed up with me a couple of times during the week just to make sure everything was going well. This particular unit is well located in proximity to Kona, and the ocean view is stunning. The unit is well stocked with cooking utensils and upscale appliances, including a washer and dryer. It was very clean and the beds were nice too. It also includes covered parking for one vehicle. It was a little tricky turning out onto the street because there is a blind spot on the driver's side, but it was a minor issue. The owners must be wonderful people, based on how the condo was furnished. It felt like home. We liked it so much that we plan to reserve it again next year. Thank you for a wonderful week!


Sabrina S.
July 2015
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Where do I even start with this review . We booked our vacation from looking through VRBO and saw this amazing place that sounded to good to be true . We arrived and we were so impressed we really did not want to ever leave ... This unit is amazing .. You have a beautiful Kitchen that has all the best of everything. And when I mean everything ,,there is everything in this kitchen just like you were at home . The bedrooms were also amazing very comfortable beds in both rooms . We loved the fact that every day we could wake up and see all the Dolphins jumping in the water right out our lani .. There is the most amazing private beach which has a few people from close property's and a few locals which was perfect . We were able to swim with the turtles every day basically right out your lani . I would say that if your looking to stay in a place where your close to everything and want to stay somewhere that has a 5 star rating and above then this is the place for you . Thank you for having this wonderful place available for everyone to be able to share this incredible place !!! And we will definitely be staying here again .


Julie B.
July 2015
My family and I had the opportunity to finish our "Hawaii Tour" by staying for five night. Our tour included staying at five different locations --We certainly saved the "best for last". As there are only six units within the facility we had basically the entire property to ourselves to include the pool and tennis court. The way the unit is built allows complete privacy. We had a private gate out to the ocean where there was a protected beach and were able to see Sea Turtles everyday. The unit is beautifully decorated and fully stocked and organized. I have always used VRBO to rent my own condo however I have never used VRBO to rent a unit to stay in. My fear was the unit would be different from the pictures. If possible, the unit is more beautiful in person then in the pictures. I hope my family and I will return for another stay!

Note: Vacancy calendar is approximate. Visit the owner/manager's reservation site to verify your dates.

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