Debra C.
October 2025
Susan, the property host, was always so friendly and quick to respond. The home was spacious for our group and we loved the location. We used Ehu and Kai to rent kayaks, which was a two minute drive or very walkable, to paddle to Captain Cook's Monument and snorkeled there. We also took advantage of Honaunau to visit the historical park and snorkel right near it. Incredible snorkeling with spinner dolphins around, sea turtle, eels and such. Really beautiful. The only ding to the home is a the lack of air conditioning. They do provide ceiling fans in the bedrooms and fans in sitting areas. We loved our time there and would stay again.
Angela M.
July 2025
The proximity to Manini Beach is magical. Susan went above and beyond to make our stay special, including putting out toys for our kids to play with on arrival. The kids adored the shark and volcano rooms. We loved it. Thank you.
B. Noelani I.
July 2025
Susan is great! Great location!
Monica D.
July 2025
Great location and house to stay in! Had everything we needed and was clean! Susan was a great host as well making sure we knew all about the volcano eruption making sure we didn’t miss it!
Haley M.
April 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Captain Cook. The house is comfortable and clean, with great toys for kids! The beach park access walking distance from the house was really nice.
Jane L.
April 2025
We had a great stay - walking distance to snorkeling, and our hosts were lovely!
rengisol1
March 2025
We stayed at Hale - Hanai with my husband, children, parents, mother in law and daughter's boyfriend. The house was spacious and clean. It was very convenient to have access to a washer and dryer.
Kamilla B.
March 2025
We were a group staying together and attending a Zen retreat in Captain Cook. The location was perfect, a short drive to our retreat and a very short walk to the ocean. Susan was wonderful and very responsive to our needs. We had a beautiful time here. Mahalo
Cristy W.
February 2025
We were a group of nine people, three generations (grandparents, parents, kids), from two different states. This venue allowed us comfortable sleeping quarters for all and other living space for board games, movies, dining, and plotting out our next trip to beautiful near-by beaches. Our host provided us with a small pool for the 3-year-old and toys and books galore. In short: great place, great location, great support. Mahalo!
Tobias B.
January 2025
Lots of beach accessories for us to use (snorkels, noodles, plenty of towels) and walking distance to the water. Full sized washer/dryer were very useful. We really enjoyed our meals outside on the back patio; there are mosquito tikki torches but you may want to bring mosquito repellent as well. Susan was very sweet. Beware that a neighbor's rooster will most likely wake you up at 5am every day and there are a lot of cushions/pillows/carpets/rugs everywhere which could affect allergy-prone individuals.
Anna C.
January 2025
We had such a good time and Susan took good care of us. Made us feel welcome and like family. Gave great recommendations. We didn't realize the prop
Bunny C.
January 2025
Hale Hanai was delightful. The property is surrounded by greenery and tropical flowers for privacy, and yet with so many windows to allow in the light, the property is both serenely private and light and bright. We were three generations of family ranging in age from 5 to 78 and Hale Hanai was perfect for all of us. It is squeaky clean, with all modern conveniences, and a wonderful, traditional Hawaiian Plantation style feel with beamed natural wood ceilings and many other natural wood accents. Susan even provided a lovely Hawaiian Christmas Tree decorated with many colorful Hawaiian leis. The hosts were both gracious and thoughtful of our needs. We had a delightful stay.
Maui Landscape S.
December 2024
Susan is a great host
mc Y.
October 2024
We stayed for 10 days, celebrating a family birthday with siblings and our adult kids. The two living rooms (upstairs & downstairs) made it more comfortable having a large gropu.
The house was clean, ready, and well-equipped with tons of beach towels and kitchen supplies. Susan was really responsive and helpful, too.
The house is well-located for a drive to Volcanoes NP. The house is about 17 miles south of Kailua-Kona, and at the bottom of a 4.5 mi hill below the highway. This was fine for us as we didn't want to be in the more crowded areas and weren't going out to eat., etc. We loved the short walk to Manini Beach for frequent snorkeling and it's a short drive to 2-Step Beach and Honaunau Bay for more fabulous snorkeling. We used Ehu & Kai Adventures to rent kayaks twice for kayaking and snorkeling in Kealakekua Bay. That made 3 outstanding snorkeling areas within easy reach of the house.
This was our first trip to the islands in October and we were surprised at how warm it was. The house had fans in every room, but it was still quite toasty, cooling off finally in early morning.
PAULA S.
August 2024
We live on the Big Island but on the East side so, when looking for a place to stay we needed it in the Kealakekua Bay area. This was perfect for us, it was large enough for all and special treat for us, it was almost next door to our granddaughter and her family. The wedding venue was at a Equestrian Center very close. There is a park and of course the bay within walking distance. All in all it was a great place.
Brian S.
June 2024
We loved this VRBO! The surroundings are beautiful. Short walk to Captain Cook Cove for fantastic snorkeling and other great activities. Our kids loved exploring for geckos and other wildlife. The house had everything we needed and was very spacious, which was important for our big family. It was a great place to come home to for rest and relaxation after a day of Hawaii adventures. We had several online interactions with the host and in all of which she was extremely prompt in responding, very helpful, and kind. Thank you for helping make our first Hawaii experience a great one!
cara b.
June 2024
Property was very clean. It's up in the hills on a windy road about 15-20 minutes out of town. We liked that it was a bit out of the way but in a nice way. We walked 10-15 minutes a came to a little well known snorkeling spot. It's a private property that allows access. I has a nice outside patio next to beautiful plants. Overall, a very nice place.👍
Janet D.
April 2024
Our family’s stay at Hale Hanai consisted of three generations - grandparents, adult children, and two grandchildren. There was plenty of room for everyone in the two-level home set in a tropical setting very close to Kealakekula Bay.
Everyone enjoyed the stay there. Our host, Susan, was very accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Amy C.
April 2024
The property was amazing! Both the house and yard were so inviting. Loved the gorgeous landscape and how close we were to the water. The host was wonderful. She knew this was a surprise Christmas gift for our kids and set up a darling Christmas tree inside the home.
Stephen C.
April 2024
Nice home with a good location
Loraine H.
March 2024
Great location, great host, house big enough to give each of us some room.
Dylan C.
March 2024
This house was in a perfect location for a family looking for adventures on the southwestern side of the island. House was 10 minutes from Two Step Beach and the Place of Refuge, and 2 minutes from the main kayak departure point for Captain Cook. We had a mix of generations and families, so having two stories, two family rooms, and a lower kitchenette in addition to the main kitchen was extremely comfortable for everyone. Everyone found their happy place here, including teens, tweens, grandparents, and parents looking for a quiet lanai for a coffee. The toddler was especially happy, with lots of toys, kid books, a crib, booster seat, and a beautiful yard. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Mila B.
February 2024
We came as a group of 8 people and it was very enjoyable visit. The house is big and has enough space for everybody. Susan is an excellent host, takes good care of her guests and communication is very easy. I would recommend for anyone who wants to come as a group. Thank you Susan for making our visit so enjoyable!
Melissa N.
February 2024
We had a great time staying here. The house was very nice and clean. It is well stocked with everything you need. Susan was a great host-greeted us with a basket full of yummy treats as well as a basket with toiletries in case we had forgotten anything. We would definitely stay here again.
John F.
January 2024
5 minute walk to the ocean. 10 minute drive to 2-step. 10 minute drive to Capt Cook trailhead. A nice base for vacation. Definitely recommend!
Aurora P.
January 2024
Loved the location, short walk to the bay which was lovely to take our morning coffee to.The kitchen is mostly stocked with what you need to make dinners an a great bbq outside. However lots of spiders an webs an mosquitos, was glad i brought my own coils as the tiki torches were all almost out. Theres alot of space in the house but there's also alot of personal stuff an oversized furniture which makes it very difficult to bring suitcases in an open them up. All of the rooms while decorated nicely have just a few too many things in them. Overall we had a great trip with great memories an can't wait to return.
Isabella L.
January 2024
Susan was an incredible and hospitable! Her home was lovely and well cared for and we very much enjoyed our stay. It was a great spot for my 4 year old daughter as well she enjoyed the toys Susan had pulled out and books as well! We really appreciate being able to stay here and my mom is already looking to go back to the Big Island again and stay!
Brandi T.
January 2024
The house is a 2min walk from the bay, manini beach, and the kayak launch. Perfect place to be!! The home is beautiful and accomodating for family groups. Highly recommend!
Lynn R.
January 2024
Loved this property - the location, just above Manini Beach, was perfect for morning walks. Loved the little fruit stands along the wayl
Susan was very helpful and generous. Our 3-year old grandson loved all the toys. Lots of games and beach equipment. There were 11 of us and we all fit!! Thanks for a wonderful stay, Susan.
Brian W.
March 2020
Far enough from traffic and bustle to allow relaxation, but close enough to experience all that Hawaii has to offer. Short walk takes you and your coffee to the ocean to watch dolphins.
andrew v.
February 2020
We loved this rental for our family of four, though we could have doubled our numbers and been comfortable. We like being away from the hustle and bustle of condos and all that, so this was perfect for us. You are a quick walk to a gorgeous bay. Minutes drive to the best snorkeling on the island. An hour-ish drive to other fantastic beaches up and down the coast. The top floor feels like you are in the tree-tops.
Erica V.
February 2020
We had a great time here! It was comfortable and clean.
james s.
February 2020
Great location and lots of room for our guests.
Great kitchen and back yard space!
Jennifer M.
January 2020
Susan was a wonderful host. The house was a great location with a large yard and patio but the road noise can be loud upstairs early in the morning when windows are open. Great place to stay and close to snorkeling.
Sara A.
January 2020
Loved the location of this house, removed from the hustle and bustle of the city. The yard was very natural and we enjoyed experiencing island life (and some of the critters that came along with it). Susan was very welcoming, the house equipped with everything we needed and then some! Appreciated that she put out special toys for the children in our group. Also appreciated that she would accommodate our large group without lots of extra hidden fees like some of the other listings we encountered, greatly appreciated how up front and honest she was! Would definitely rent again!!
Sharon R.
August 2019
The roomy house is located near beautiful Kealakua Bay. The house is cooled by fans, and is delightfuly decorated with a Hawaiian flair. Captain Cook is a wonderful location to stay. Very scenic, but not touristy, and it has just enough access to markets and cafes. The owner was very responsive to our groups' needs. The price was very reasonable.
Suzanne H.
July 2019
This was our first of hopefully many family reunions with our children, their spouses and our grandkids! We will always cherish our memories of our stay in this beautiful and comfortable home! WE had everything we needed and more to be comfortable! Susan made sure there were comfy beds for us, plenty of towels, ceiling fans, kitchen necessities to make our stay perfect! Her book of ideas was also very helpful to us!
Lisa M.
June 2019
The house was close to the ocean and very convenient for our large group. The host was very accommodating to our needs. Thank you for a great stay.
Wendy C.
March 2019
Space was great, yard beautiful and location pretty good for daily excursions. Boys fished daily just down the road and they loved that. House was good, definitely enough space for our large group. Glad we had a heads up to be prepared for geckos as roommates and a few other critters, house is in the tropics, so this is to be expected. One disappointment was the broken grill, we were really looking forward to being able to grill outside in the evenings. Appreciated having the washer and dryer for clean towels and washing beach/hiking clothes. Most fans worked and with windows open we were able to manage without AC. House could use a little TLC, but overall very comfortable. I would stay here again.
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