Nakukui Ekolu in Kahakai Estates


Rates: $803 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Bed types: KKK (sleeps 6)
Reviews: 5.00 (from 50 reviews)
Private Kona Home w/ Pool, Sand Court & Ocean View Lanai | Nakukui Ekolu

Your own private Kona retreat designed for real relaxation.
Private pool, sand volleyball court, tropical fruit garden, and firepit for sunset evenings.
Located in gated Kahakai Estates just minutes from beaches and Kailua-Kona.

Overview

Welcome to Nakukui Ekolu at Kahakai Estates, also known as The Piece of Mind Retreat. Set on more than half an acre in a gated Kona neighborhood, this private 3-bedroom home offers the space, privacy, and outdoor living that make a Big Island vacation unforgettable.

Start your day with coffee on the ocean view lanai, wander the tropical garden for seasonal fruit, cool off in the pool, relax in the hammock, or enjoy a friendly match on your private sand volleyball court. End the evening around the firepit while watching Kona's spectacular sunsets.

Inside, the home features a relaxed open living area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining table for eight — perfect for gathering after a day exploring the island.

Why Guests Love This Home

• Private pool with arched fountains
• Ocean view lanai for morning coffee and sunsets
• Tropical garden with seasonal fruit (bananas, mango, lilikoi)
• Private sand volleyball court
• Firepit and hammock for relaxing evenings
• Central air conditioning throughout
• Spacious half-acre property in a gated community

Interior Highlights

The primary bedroom features a king or Cal King bed, flat-screen TV, direct backyard access, and an ensuite bathroom with dual vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower.

Two additional bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the living area for added privacy. One includes a flat-screen TV while the other is intentionally kept without one, making it a great option for younger guests or those seeking a quieter sleeping environment. These bedrooms share a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

Sensory-Friendly Note

The owner specifically chose this home to provide a manageable sensory experience for their non-verbal autistic son. If you will be traveling with a family member or friend with autism or similar sensory challenges, please contact us for more specific information.

Outdoor Living

The backyard is designed to be enjoyed all day long. Relax poolside, splash beneath the water fountains, sway in the hammock with a book, or enjoy a game on the sand volleyball court. As evening approaches, gather around the firepit for s'mores and sunset views.

Location

Located on the last street in Kahakai Estates, the home enjoys a peaceful setting with very little traffic. Just across the cul-de-sac is the neighborhood park — perfect for stretching your legs or tossing a Frisbee.

Beaches, snorkeling, restaurants, and Kailua-Kona town are all within a 10–15 minute drive, and Kona International Airport is about 20 minutes away.

Additional Information

Minimum night stay varies seasonally from 5–10 nights. This is a non-smoking, no pets property.

Noise-aware decibel monitoring devices are installed on the property. These devices do not record conversations but alert management if residential noise limits are exceeded.

TA: 140-560-2304-01
STVR: 19-355127
NUC: 19-781 Registration Number: GE-140-560-2304-01, TA-140-560-2304-01

Nakukui Ekolu in Kahakai Estates Reviews



Karen V.
May 2025
The property is amazing. The house is perfect for a family with a few kids, and would work well for three couples as well. Very quiet neighborhood away from busy roads but has an easy walking path down the hill to the hub of Ali'i drive.


Eric P.
April 2025
We loved staying here! Exactly as described in the listing. The Pool, volleyball court and other amenities were great. Awesome location close to Kailua town. The neighborhood gate to Ali'i drive made it easy to go for a morning walk/run. When we travel to Kona again, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.


John G.
January 2025
This home was excellent and super comfortable. It was everything it was described to be and more. And when we needed assistance, communication was easy and efficient. We would completely recommend it for anyone.


Stacy G.
August 2024
Nice house. Nice neighborhood. Great location. Great view.


Theodor S.
August 2024
My family stayed here for one week in mid-August and we loved it! The home is exactly as pictured online and the backyard and pool were spectacular. Our 5 year old daughter picking mangos for breakfast and swimming in the pool. The place especially shines at sunrise and sunset. The neighborhood is quiet and an easy 5 minute drive to downtown. We can't wait to stay there again!


Jon C.
July 2024
Highly reccomend this house. Great house and location in Kona! Pool was a big hit with the kids as well!


Amy G.
June 2024
Lovely home and yard/pool. The house was in a wonderful neighborhood and had everything we need for a weeks stay. Plenty of room for our family of 6 to hang out. Not a far drive from Kona downtown area.


Terrance M.
April 2024
We were two senior couples. The house was perfect for our stay. Very clean, terrific backyard/pool area. Quiet neighborhood, a two-mile walk/ride to Kona. Property manager was very responsive/helpful. Would definitely stay again.


Bill S.
March 2024
The home, pool, and grounds were even more beautiful than the pictures! Our family had a fabulous vacation in this amazing home. It’s stocked with everything you need for a wonderful vacation in paradise. We would absolutely stay here again!


Matt S.
February 2024
We had a wonderful time at the house! It was a perfect space to come home to after a day in the sun. Sunsets from the backyard, swimming in your private pool and spreading out (unlike a hotel). The kitchen was stocked with tools, appliances, dishes, pans and pots (even an instant pot!) more than most rentals I’ve stayed at. While we’ve typically spent time up in Waikoloa it was fun to explore Kona and the southern side of the coast. We will come back again.


Darryl C.
January 2024
From breakfast on the patio overlooking the ocean to the prime location, this home has all you could ask for. We hope to be able to return.


Hege L.
December 2023
This is our second time at this house and both times were amazing. It is so nice to have the pool and volleyball court for down days, sidewalks in the neighborhood for walking and running, closeness to Kona and beaches as wells a quick drive up to the coffee belt for a morning cup of Joe. The kitchen is well equipped for the days you rather stay in. Truly a great house to vacation at!



September 2023
This place was perfect! Great location, close to everything. Quiet neighborhood. Pool was amazing. Had everything you could possibly need. David with Kona concierge was really helpful in suggesting and planning excursions for our family. Even came with a welcoming basket. View was great from the backyard. Beautiful grounds. Highly recommend this place. Would definitely come back again. Only thing I wish they had was more beach towels. Other than that, it was the perfect vacation home.


Brent H.
August 2023
We enjoyed the pool and love the location. Minimal views compared to properties more mauka but overall a great stay.


sarah m.
August 2023
This home and the property was the perfect place for our family visit to the island. The home was clean and spacious and had everything you’d need from towles to preparing home cooked meals/grilling if you didnt want to eat out every night. They also had snorkel gear and beach gear that was such a great additional plus for us. The property is amazing! The pool is large and clean, the volleyball net was so fun to have right there for a quick game. Location was perfect. Close to Kona downtown, and close to many restaurants, beaches, and easy access to get to/from anywhere in the island. The views both day and night were great. You can see the ocean from the backyard. The neighborhood is quiet and family friendly (if you’re a loud partier into the night-this may not be the place for you). We will definitely stay here again when come to visit again. Many MAHALOS! 🌺☺️


Dan F.
July 2023
Seriously, this place was amazing. The backyard was absolutely epic. We picked fresh star fruit and mangoes every day. We swam in the pool and loved the little shelf area with the beach chairs and umbrella. Honestly, this place was perfect for my family of 5 including two young kids under 10. We had plenty of space and the location was close to everything from food to shopping. We also took several day trips to the other side of the island. If you're looking for an epic place to vacation with your family, this is it!


Marie S.
June 2023
What a beautiful house. The pool and grounds were amazing. The inside was great too but we didn't use it too much, lol! We were too bust in the pool, watching the sunset, hanging out by the fire-pit, watching the stars....Highly recommend this house to anyone. Everything was clean, well maintained and ready to use. The only thing I would suggest is a few more basics for cooking....like some oil and spices. Minor feedback. We had a great time!


Marguerita W.
May 2023
We booked this property while celebrating my husband's 50th birthday. Us and In-laws stayed at the property, total 5 guests, and there was plenty of space in the home and yard to be confortable. We had other extended family come over for dinners and pool time who came to help us celebrate, even booking a group yoga class in the back lawn. It was amazing! Every detail was thought of so there wasn't a need for a rushed trip to the store for basic home needs after landing. It was a beautiful space everyone enjoyed. We appreciated that it was advertised honestly and were continually surprised at the thoughtful details like beach chairs, umbrellas, cooler and boogie board. Our kids surprised us with our 3 month old grandson and we were so delighted to find a pack-n-play in the garage to accomodate their visits. All around great value and experience! Great job and Mahalo!!


Jeff S.
April 2023
As expected. Beautiful property and amenities for four adults (elderly parents and adult children). The pictures don’t lie. Great secluded yet easily accessible location. We explored the entire island from this one hub.


Hege L.
March 2023
This house was just perfect for our family. The back yard is set up with fun and relaxation in mind with the pool and volleyball court. The view of the sunset is priceless and when the clouds lift we could see the top of Mauna Loa. The house is set up great with space for us all - thank you for sharing it!


Elizabeth O.
February 2023
Property was clean and located close to town. Management was very responsive.


Lynnea B.
January 2023
Well planned home with all the essentials in the kitchen and bathrooms. Amazing location and property for our family of 6. Would definitely stay here again if visiting the Big Island.


Martin S.
October 2022
Honestly, this was the best place we ever rented anywhere. Fully equipped, in perfect condition, great location, …, what else can you expect? honestly, this was the best place we ever rented anywhere. Fully equipped, perfect condition, great location, what else can you expect? should we return to Kona, we will definitely try to re-rent it again.


Lara R.
August 2022
Beautiful home, serene surroundings.


Tammy B.
July 2022
This house was perfect and the pool and outdoor area were amazing! We really enjoyed our stay here. Great view of the sunsets, nice quiet neighborhood but very close to everything. Great vacation!


Sheri J.
June 2022
We absolutely loved renting this house. The entire process was made smooth and easy due to property managers and concierge. The house itself was well set up for guests with towels, kitchen supplies, etc. The backyard is what truly sets this property apart. It is absolutely spectacular, a true oasis. My family absolutely loved having breakfast outside and plenty of space to unwind and relax at the end of each day. If we ever had the chance to return to Kona we will absolutely book here again!


Beryl W.
June 2022
We made a good choice with this property. I was traveling with my adult children and my grandchildren. We loved the pool - we were going to Kauai later so we didn't miss any beach time. The house was great too, but having the pool, for us was the highlight. The water was deep enough for games but not too deep, so the older kids could play without much supervision. I spent a lot of time and morning coffee drinking in the lounge chairs that were actually in the pool. Great idea! The water temp was perfect too. No matter where you chose to sit in the backyard, the view was beautiful, mountains on one side, ocean on the other. The house was clean, spacious and well-equipped. We did lots of cooking. This was a so-called once-in-a-lifetime trip. If I ever return, or my family does, we would want to stay here again. Absolutely loved our time there. Thanks so much, we made many memories.


Joseph N.
June 2022
Had a great time here. The property was beautiful and clean and as described. Highly recommended.


Nancy Z.
May 2022
Charming home nestled in paradise! The landscaping is next-level gorgeous. Kona Concierge David was helpful and helped make reservations for a couple of activities. The luau was fun and the manta ray experience is not to be missed! Definitely a great vacation!


Kimberly P.
April 2022
We had an absolute blast staying at this beautiful home. The check in process was easy, the house had everything we needed, and the outdoor space was used every day. I can't recommend staying here enough.


Julie R.
April 2022
This home was comfortable and thoughtfully equipped with a large sectional, dining table, big screen TV and laundry. The air conditioning was pleasant and tile floors were cool underfoot which was great to come home to after a day of activities. The decor set a fun vacation vibe throughout. The well equipped kitchen was roomy and faced the pretty front yard and was steps away from the backyard. We enjoyed preparing meals there and also made use of the outdoor bbq. The house has a nice layout with the ensuite master bedroom on one side of the house separate from the other 2 bedrooms which made for nice separation during our downtime. The mattresses were all very comfortable. The first night we actually got a bit cool and needed extra blankets. Management was quick to respond when we called. We spent a lot of time outside, walking in the peaceful gated neighborhood, lounging by the pool and hanging out in the dining spaces. There are other homes nearby but it feels very private thanks to all of the landscaping. We all loved the pool baja shelf with chairs that faced toward the sunset. Perfect for cocktail hour! Every morning the birds would chirp and sing providing a lovely tropical ambiance. We would sit outside every morning with our coffee and the birds came in closer for a look and to eat any crumbs we left. One evening we saw a family of Francolin birds with little babies. It was such a beautiful and well maintained setting. There was a sand volley ball court and a hammock. Didn't try the volley ball but the hammock was nice. The vegetation around the yard was beautiful with plumeria , fruit trees and coconut palms. The pool was a very pleasant temperature and fairly even depth (maybe 4'?) throughout. There is no deep end. Great for swimming and wading. Lastly, the neighborhood is nicely located in a quiet area that is easy access to Kona and very family friendly. We walked to the farmer's market in Kona and bought some fruit and souvenirs. We ate out at Jackie Rey's just up the road and had a very good dinner and cocktails (Best Mai Tai I have ever had! and the Passion Flow was delicious like a dessert, Yum!) There are explicitly stated quiet hours starting at 9PM. For us that was perfect as we were typically asleep by then. It would not be good for those who like to party into the night. We would be happy to stay here again, we had a restful and memorable stay. Mahalo!


Nancy P.
January 2022
This was a pretty landscaped home and was conveniently located near Kona. Nice little view of the ocean from the back yard. The landscaping was really enjoyable and lovely to look at daily. The home had all supplies needed and clean and comfortable bedding and bath. Exterior lights for eating outside were not working so would have enjoyed being able to use the outside porch chairs and table to spend more time outside. The solar lights did not work. Everything else was terrific! Nice quiet neighborhood, and easy to drive in and out with the security gate. Thank you! Kona Coast Mgmt and the Concierge service outstanding. We booked at least three family activities with David and he was excellent! Will do business again for sure!


L V.
January 2022
Really enjoyed our stay in this clean, comfortable, well-appointed home in Kailua Kona. The property managers were responsive and helpful. We had everything we needed for a fun and relaxing vacation, from kitchenware to beach toys. The pool was amazing (though we would have appreciated a pool heater on cooler days).


Elizabeth H.
November 2021
We stayed with our two young daughters, and the house was just perfect. The pool and yard are unbelievably beautiful, and allowed us to be entertained and relaxed at home. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook some meals in (including an instant pot and food storage containers!). The beds and pillows were comfortable. Everything was spotless and well designed. We could not have been happier with our stay.


Andrew E.
November 2021
Exceeded expectations.


Kellie V.
September 2021
Overall it was a great stay. The only thing I didn't like was the day after we checked in, the landscapers came (which was totally fine) but there were there for over 8 hours so it basically ruined our day of being able to use the pool or enjoy any of the outside stuff they had there and they never reattached the hammock when they were done. I understand things needing to be kept up but we couldn't check in until 4pm and they came the very next morning at around 9am and we're there until we'll after 5pm.. it would have been better planning for them to come the day before we checked in or even the day of so we could actually use the things we paid for. The tree branches fell into the pool and all over the place and my husband had to go out there and clean the pool out afterwards so we could even use it. Other than that issue, everything else was good.


elke k.
August 2021
great house with an amazing yard. even better than the pictures.


Helen W.
August 2021
This property was amazing and centrally located. We felt very safe in the gated community. The house had everything you’d need. We especially appreciated being able to do our laundry and having a cooler to take with us on those day trips. The highlight of the house is gotta be the pool. Our kids were in the pool at every chance they got! Thank you!


Jonathan S.
August 2021
Property was very nice, location was great. House was clean, pool was great. Nice views off the backyard.


Lisa R.
August 2021
The house is in a beautiful neighborhood in a very convenient location. There is plenty of space, and the kitchen is well stocked with pots & pans, cooking utensils, etc. We picked up groceries so we could cook out using the grill and hang out by the pool in the evenings after a full day of exploring the beautiful island. David, the concierge, is very helpful and responds quickly to all the questions we asked.


Ronda D.
June 2021
Our family of 5 very much enjoyed the spacious property. We had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy our stay. The place was very clean and everything worked properly. We enjoyed the pool and all the extra outdoor seating. We would definitely stay here again the next time we are on the Big Island.

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

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