Mauna Kea Fairways South 17


Rates: $1634 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Bed types: KKQQ (sleeps 8)
Reviews: 4.80 (from 14 reviews)
Welcome to Hale Kea (the "White House"). A whimsical Vintage Hawaii Style home with private pool & stunning ocean views for fantastic whale watching and star gazing. The home boasts two master suites and a private Ohana with two additional rooms. lush greenery, abundant tropical flowers and exceptional privacy, this home enjoys stunning views of Kauna'oa Bay and Maui, with front-row seats to the island's dazzling sunsets. The outdoor garden features a just-completed (October 2020) 40' lava-rimmed pool with a large tanning ledge, a large spa, new outdoor lava shower and a covered lanai with its own elegant changing and powder room.

The Mauna Kea Resort was the first world-class resort developed on the Kohala Coast, the site selected by Laurence Rockefeller because of its perfect natural white-sand crescent beach and its ideal year-round sunny climate. In his opinion, other resort locations simply did not compare.

This architecturally significant residence features locally handcrafted sustainable wood, reclaimed teak and modern European furnishings. Terrazzo Italian Carrera slab marble and imported glass tile are used extensively. Furnishings include works by contemporary and mid-century masters such as Eames, Phillipe Starck, Marcel Wanders, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier.

Hale Kea offers a friendly open-space floor plan with huge sliding-glass doors that open every room of the house to the beautiful, private outdoor setting and gentle ocean breezes. The kitchen is equipped with Viking appliances, white-marble counters, a small wine cellar, coffee and Nespresso machine (please bring your own Nespresso pods) and water purification system. Should you need a break from ocean-gazing, the living room features a large wall-mounted TV (Full gold cable package), Netflix, Amazon, and even a DVD player providing many entertainment options. The home includes a Sonos sound system with speakers throughout the main living area and lanai.

Several indoor and outdoor dining options are available, situated to maximize the incredible views. Other amenities include a washer & dryer, a selection of books, complimentary WIFI access throughout the property and air-conditioning in every bedroom. The main living area (living room, dining room & kitchen) is designed to enjoy Hawaii's wonderful ocean breezes with ceiling fans and large screened sliding doors but is not air-conditioned.

There are two bedrooms in the main house, each with a king bed, private bathroom and air-conditioning. The detached "Hale I'i" (guest house) includes two bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed, and an attached Jack & Jill bathroom. Beds are dressed in luxurious linens. Bathrooms do not have tubs, but each has a large rain shower, robes and 5-star toiletries.

Guests of Mauna Kea Fairways South 17 may purchase resort access to use the Mauna Kea Resort Club facilities during your stay for $180/day in 2024 (2025 rates have yet TBD & are subject to change) + tax, per RESERVATION (not per person). Purchase of this membership includes the following privileges at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and the Westin Hapuna Beach Hotel facilities: Charging privileges at both hotels for dining and activities, access to hotel beaches and pools, use of towels, lounge chairs, umbrellas, reduced golf rates, tennis (court fees apply), use of two fitness centers (yoga and group classes available for a fee), and an access card for preferred parking at the hotel.

Starting April 2024, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel will be undergoing a major renovation. The hotel is not planned to be closed entirely - instead the renovation will occur in sections which may, at times, cause interruptions to golf, tennis and hotel services. Please contact the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel- (808) 882-7222 - for more specific information about access during your travel dates. The renovation will be ongoing from April 2024 until the summer of 2025. The Westin Hapuna Hotel will *not* be impacted by the renovation and will be open as normal.

HI ID #TA-195-966-6176-01/STVR-19-371173

Mauna Kea Fairways South 17 Reviews




September 2023
Property was exactly as described, and the setting/location was even better! Property management team and booking management team were all super supportive and responsive. Loved our visit and looking forward to visiting again!


Tim G.
August 2023
This house has so much going for it. Just a super location, lots of privacy and fantastic sunset views. The pool and spa were outstanding, and Kris (the property manager) responded to a couple of minor things we needed help with immediately. The property probably could use a little updating, but that didn't impact our visit at all. The availability of two close resorts for a daily fee was well worth it. Outstanding trip!


jay d.
July 2023
First the land on which this property sits is beautiful. You have amazing views of the resort and the ocean. Sunset is beautiful. This property is all about potential. This home has clearly been “let go.” The mid-century modern feel needs to be freshened up. The home needs a new coat of paint and a deep clean. The air conditioning in the bedrooms is inadequate and the master is a sauna most of the day/night. As for the rest of the home, the valley in which this home sits does not allow for a nice breeze to fill the open air areas that do not have A/C…leaving the living room and kitchen unbearable. No family could gather in these rooms comfortably. This home could be so much…if it was just painted/cleaned/kept up. Kudos to the property management company who after we sent pictures of the home condition relocated us to an amazing property so our vacation was not ruined. I would stay away from this home unless the price is dropped significantly.


Holly A.
April 2023
Really enjoyed! Constructive thoughts- Internet was slow, Really could use a pair of binoculars for whales Etc.. Kitchen was well appointed Mattresses were very comfortable


Holly/Bob A.
April 2023
Really enjoyed! Constructive thoughts- Internet was slow, Really could use a pair of binoculars for whales Etc.. Kitchen was well appointed Mattresses were very comfortable


Brian K.
December 2022
This was a great place for two families (4 adults, 3 13-16 yo children). Bedrooms have AC and house is completely stocked to make the trip easy. Would rent again.


Teresa W.
October 2022
House is beautiful. Check in process needs to be changed as no one went over everything and management could step up their response. Windows and exterior of house could use a cleaning.


Griff B.
June 2022
Worked perfectly for our family.


Wim V.
April 2022
As advertised, clean, well equipped, quiet and great location on the Island. Highly recommend this property and the management. They were very responsive and accommodative with some minor request.


Eric L.
April 2022
the house was fantastic, particularly the outdoor area - pool, sitting / dining area and views; we enjoyed having access to Mauna Kea Resort beach and restaurants; could not recommend this luxury property highly enough


Paula K.
March 2022
A perfect home for our family with 3 adult “children” for a much needed vacation. Super cool vibe, pool and spa, beautiful view and sunsets, stargazing, WiFi and Sonos speakers.. and comfortable beds for all. Fabulous location… easy check-in…and option for Mauna Kea daily resort fee a huge plus… worth the money. Don’t need to venture far for fun… except Manta Ray night snorkel in Kona. Mahalo!


John G.
March 2022
Great home at the iconic Mauna Kea. We will be back!


kristine W.
August 2021
Property is magical, well located, hotel amenities and house layout - all made for a perfect stay !


Susan M.
May 2021
This is our favorite house in all of Mauna Kea. Amazing views, perfect layout, great modern decor. We hope to be back!


Robert S.
December 2020
Very nice and clean, comfortable and easy to use. family room and kitchen should have A/C

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

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