The condo: the view-I could have sat on that lanai all vacation. One morning we saw spinner dolphins while relaxing! The condo was comfortable and had everything (plus more) we needed. The rock beach was fun to go on to see what the ocean left in the tide pools. Communication: Holly was on top of everything and made sure we had information and access to what was needed. Very pleasant to work with.Neighborhood: the condo was located very close to downtown Kailua-Kona, but not so close that it was overly congested. It was a close drive to anywhere in the area.The island: a beautiful island with almost every biome available. I couldn’t have imagined the beauty it had to offer. So much to do(if you want). We didn’t hit everything on the checklist but are over the moon with what we did do. Top two on our fave list was helicopter tour and Manta swim. But there is so much more than that-just the beauty itself is enough. Thank you for sharing this treasure with us-it’s a trip that our family made so many amazing memories on.
Sheila M.
July 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We spent a lot of time in this unit, as it was very relaxing. We had most of our meals out on the lanai, watching the surfers. The room was very clean, and the Host was very accommodating. Some things were outdated and could have used a refresh, but other than that, we were very pleased.
P A.
July 2025
Nice location. Lots of beach items to use. Plenty of parking. Was very relaxing listening to the waves at night. One issue was they were aware the shower in the 2nd bathroom was broken but didn't attempt to fix it until after we called, and it wasnt fixed until our 3rd day into our stay. Other issue was the 2nd bedroom stayed fairly warm as the a/c unit only cooled the living area.and master bedroom.
Brandon S.
July 2025
Condo was absolutely wonderful. In the middle of action but still far away enough to not be crazy. We stay at a lot of VRBOs and this has been, hands down, the best equipped: kitchen, pool/beach items, bathrooms…it was great!
Michelle S.
July 2025
I had a great stay here! The AC worked really well to keep the living room cool, and having a washer and dryer in the unit was such a huge plus. The shower was spacious, and although the bedroom was a bit warm, I personally don’t like sleeping with AC on anyway. The location was super convenient – I loved being able to walk right across the street to watch the sunsets. I also used the pool and hot tub almost every day during my stay. The on-site team was friendly, and the unit was nice and clean when I arrived. Overall, it was a comfortable and enjoyable stay!
Seraphine S.
July 2025
Great place!
Eric S.
July 2025
Fabulous!! Cute, clean, comfortable. Close to downtown Kona (2.5 miles), right on Ali’i drive (we joined all the runners every morning), incredible sunset views and the best porch! We will definitely stay again !
Jolene W.
July 2025
Loved it! Very clean and well stocked. Spent most of our time on the lanai watching the surfers or sunsets. There was always a nice breeze so no need to turn on the AC. Both beds were very comfortable also! Would definitely stay here again!
Jennifer G.
July 2025
This condo was fantastic!!! Extremely clean, great location. Having a washer dryer in the unit was very convenient. Would 100% stay here again.
Jami B.
July 2025
Unfortunately the advertised TV on the unit did not work. Vacasa promised a fix each day but no fix was provided. The advertised amenity should have been available for use. No remedy or compensation was ever provided even with daily phone calls, emails, etc.
desmond e.
July 2025
Great unit with a view of amazing sunsets and tons of surfers.
Stephen M.
July 2025
We spent most of our time outdoors, but the unit provided all we needed. The beds are comfortable and the view from the lanai is exceptional.
Madeleine G.
July 2025
We selected this condo mostly because of the waterfront location and it did not disappoint! The view from the lanai was incredible and we were lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves every night. The condo itself was nicely decorated, very comfortable and the kitchen had everything you needed. There were tons of towels, beach chairs, a cooler, pool noodles and snorkeling gear so it made visits to the beach a breeze. It was better than the photos! The location is excellent and the onsite parking made it so easy. The pool was so-so (chilly with a view of the parking lot and very deep), but it had nice chairs around it and was a nice amenity to have. We would absolutely stay here again.
Sara C.
July 2025
I thought I was clooser to Kona, so that we could walk to the town.
dorte C.
July 2025
Unit was supplied with all that you could need for a stay, and convenient location as well. Comfortable beds and the AC was appreciated to keep cool as the kona heat can be high. Loved that the BBQ grills were so close to unit and the beach is just across the street! Will definitely be staying at this unit again in the future. Vacasa team at the office and over the phone was helpful and friendly, much appreciated!!
Stasha L.
July 2025
It was perfect! Perfect location, super clean condo with everything we needed for our stay. Great communication with the property managers. Will definitely stay again!
Ian
July 2025
Very good location. Awesome patio views.
Laura C.
July 2025
Overall, a nice place to stay if you want ocean front views but are not overly concerned about beach access. Building has a small but rocky beach area....great for relaxing on the beach but not conducive for swimming. Most days we drove 30 minutes north to more sandy beaches. The unit had plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers for our beach days. Condo had construction going on during our stay but property manager was responsive to our concerns about noise. Unit is on 4th floor far from the elevator but close to stairs....if mobility is an issue this might be of concern but was not for us.
Suzanne K.
July 2025
My family loved this property and the location. Would stay here again.
Jessi A.
July 2025
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Starting with the good. This is a beautiful property. The scenic views are amazing and exactly as described. While there is no AC in the unit, there were wonderful breezes off the beach a the fans made up for the rest … almost. Fans … one of the ceiling fans could not be set to high, minimizing its effectiveness. One of the two portable standing fans did not work at all. We had 2 big problems with our stay. The first is unacceptable … completely ineffective communication with the property manager vacasa. I contacted vacasa the evening of my first stay to report a few problems … beeping noise, flickering light bulb and the landlord only television on the unit not working. I was told the “local team” would look into these problems and no action was taken. I contacted vacasa each day of my 4 night stay and each day I was told the same thing. The local team never took any action and these problems were never fixed. Poor Communication and inaction by the property manager is unacceptable. The second problem is the lack of a working TV in the unit. I know this is a beach vacation and watching TV is not a priority— but a couple of evenings were planned at home to eat dinner and watch TV late at night as a family. We were not able to do this. As a result we spent a few more evenings out than I planned at additional cost. Again, not the end of the world, but a real inconvenience made worse by the promise of a fix that never came.
desmond e.
July 2025
The home was so comfortable and they had everything we needed like a parasol buggy boards, sand toys, we felt right at home my husband played his music a bit louder than I would appreciate and the neighbors would make anyone proud by not making a big deal, I’m impressed and will be hopefully staying here in the near future
Mario G.
July 2025
Great place
Deekansha T.
July 2025
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We stayed in this condo for a week (six nights), and our group included myself and my husband, our two teenage kids (18 and 15) and my older (75) parents. We had a wonderful time, and absolutely loved our stay. Yes, the condo is dated, but everything is perfectly functional and we had no issues. Yes, we saw a cockroach twice (may have been the same one), but we made sure to put food away and never saw another one. The condo is super spacious, plenty of room for six people, and NO ONE will ever top that balcony - incredible. There were plenty of A/C units, which kept us very cool, and a large washer/dryer that we used to wash stuff. The condo was well-stocked with snorkeling equipment, boogie boards, beach towels, and some VERY basic supplies (be prepared to go to the store for more!). Some light switches didn't work, and one of the bedrooms definitely has a full bed, NOT a queen. (The front balcony bedroom that is not the master has a queen - the back bedroom is a full. Not a huge deal for us, but we had to switch some stuff around because my parents couldn't really sleep on the full.) There are three bathrooms, which is fabulous for several people, and the kitchen has just about every dish, pot, and appliance you could want. We cooked all our own meals except for one night, which saved us lots of money. It's located south of the "big" tourist area, which means it's quieter, but you will have to drive 5-10 minutes to get to all that. Loved it all!
Leah B.
July 2025
Short visit on the Big island
Colleen S.
July 2025
We absolutely loved being able to hear and see the ocean all the time! There is a spotlight shining on the waves at night that adds the perfect amount of light to see the waves, but doesn’t shine into the windows while you’re trying to sleep. The area was perfect for what we were wanting from our vacation and the property manager was extremely responsive. There was construction going on next door while we were there, but we were told it was an emergency situation and it wasn’t within the control of our property manager. We would absolutely stay here again!
Lindsey W.
June 2025
Right on the ocean in Kona. Close to restaurants and shops.
Marc C.
June 2025
It was beautiful.
Anita l.
June 2025
Had a very nice stay here near Kona. Unit was nice and clean. Everything we needed (although seemed somewhat odd not to have any shampoo or bar soap). Used the beach and snorkel gear which was nice to have.
Dave W.
June 2025
The room was cute and clean. We loved the large lanai but the bugs were fairly intense, so we couldn't stay out their long or even enjoy the screen doors because the bugs came inside. Some of the screens were not well sealed and we found three cockroaches on our things that we had to collect and take outside. Having one a/c unit in the whole condo really didn't work for us. We had every fan blowing but it wasn't enough to cool the place down. We purposefully got a room with this layout so we could close doors and give privacy, but with only one a/c, we weren't able to close doors. The view from the lanai was amazing, and we enjoyed watching the surfers. We explored the lava rocks on the shore and enjoyed the views. We did not use the pool and the elevator was fairly slow. Loved the lending library on each floor.
Emylie A.
June 2025
The condo was very well equipped and greatly appreciated the washer/dryer. The view was fantastic! Location was very convenient to beaches and town. The Welcome book with condo information was very detailed and provided a lot of explanation that my daughter liked. Would stay here again. It was awesome.
Lisa
June 2025
Amazing ocean view. Very well appointed home. Kitchen has all you need. There are 3 bathrooms, one with a bidet. Plenty of pool and ocean toys, umbrellas, chairs and boogie boards not to mention beach towels. Wonderful surprise for our 3 kids. Very clean home with nice washer and dryer and starter detergent. Great communication with property management. We really enjoyed the pool after long day at near by Magic Sand Beach and Kahalu’u Snorkel Park.
Mary k.
June 2025
This is a beautiful property in a beautiful, amazing, convenient location that is superbly stocked and has everything you could want/need with an awesome view. Wake up to the sound of the waves crashing on the shore just outside and fall asleep to the sun setting in the west by the palm tree lined horizon.The host is wonderful to work with, so easy and super quick to respond. Didn’t want this trip to end, probably one of the best properties we’ve ever stayed at
Cortney W.
June 2025
Property was great for my wife and I and our three teen boys. Had all the amenities needed in the condo and location was central with an outstanding view off the balcony!
Tim W.
June 2025
The unit is as ocean front as you can get. Loved hearing the ocean all night. It is very well stocked for all ages. Games for kids and tons of beach toys. The kitchen has everything you need. Clean and made for a relaxing stay. Close to town. Parking is tight but very doable for our full size SUV rental. Would stay in this unit again.
Amy C.
June 2025
Loved the view and location
Christy K.
June 2025
Amazing views, comfortable bed and furniture, very clean, well stocked, I really can't do this condo any justice with just words. Very much appreciate the opportunity to stay here. I will forever be fond of journaling and watching the surfers from the lanai.
Leanne R.
June 2025
The condo itself was fantastic. Beautiful view, comfortable furniture inside and on lanai. Clean and well equipped kitchen with choice of 3 different coffee makers.
Grace D.
June 2025
The location is unbeatable! Black rocks, white waves, and palm trees are right in front of you—we got to enjoy spectacular sunsets from the lanai every evening. The unit is just minutes from Magic Sands Beach and Kahalu’u Beach Park, one of the best snorkeling spots on the Big Island.The condo itself is very clean, and the kitchen is well stocked. The in-unit washer and dryer are convenient. Holly, the host, was friendly and responsive to all our questions.Note: Only the living room has A/C. It does a decent job of cooling the master bedroom, but it doesn’t really reach the second bedroom. That said, it wasn’t an issue for us—the weather was mild and the ceiling fans were very effective. The second bedroom faces a small parking lot and is close to the street. With louvered windows, sound insulation is limited. The noise didn’t bother us, but light sleepers might want to bring earplugs.Overall, we really liked the unit and had a great time on the Big Island!
Jason C.
June 2025
Stephanie was fantastic to work with. She answered quickly to any questions. The condo was clean with a great location. The lanai was where we spent most of our time while we were in the condo. Will definitely book again!
Lori D.
June 2025
We had a great time, the property was great and the room was clean and stocked with what we needed. We enjoyed the tide pools right outside our room. We started with an amazing sunset the first evening and the next morning we saw a sea turtle in the tide pool! It was there many times, so I assume it stays here. We had a wonderful stay!!!
Dianna P.
June 2025
The location of this condo was incredible. The lanai looked over the ocean with surfers, parasailing, and we even had a sea turtle come every morning for its feeding. Our kitchen sink was stopped up, but with a quick call, it was repaired in a matter of a couple of hours. It was a very nice visit and I would recommend this as a wonderful place to stay.
Denise M.
June 2025
Condo is very nice. Comfortable beds and kitchen very well stocked with everything. We will definitely stay there again.Crashing waves true paradise
Ruth d.
June 2025
The location is great!! The view is fantastic! The layout of the home didn’t offer a lot of privacy but everything else makes up for it. The beach supplies we could borrow were amazing! We had a great time and would love to come stay again.
Melissa C.
June 2025
This place was fully stocked with everything we could need! Would 100% stay here again.
Tori C.
June 2025
The condo is well kept with plenty of bedding, towels, and cooking equiment. The internet connection supported multiple devices without issue. There is a wonderful farmers market across the street. Check in and checkout were easier than staying at a large chain hotel.
Kevin S.
June 2025
Simple and had everything we needed! Wish we would have booked our entire stay here!
Kimberly W.
June 2025
You can't beat the view from the lanai! It's a great location for venturing with plenty of options nearby, or a good base for exploring the entire island. Everything in the unit was clean and worked. The property itself is showing its age and wear. Some reviews have mentioned the road noise, but that isn't a distraction if you're not trying to sleep in .... and there's too much to see and do on the island to spend time sleeping in. The host provided great instructions, details, and tips a few days before our arrival. The unit is stocked with a good assortment of beach gear for use by guests.
Alan P.
June 2025
The property was in a great location. It was clean, but it was a little sparse. Had all the basics but not very homey.
Kris B.
June 2025
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It is such a pleasure walking into a property and being immediately impressed by how nice it is, and this one did just that. The setting on the 4th floor made for a perfect view of the ocean, as well as perfect access to the ocean breezes, and it made an immediate impression upon entering. The lanai was spacious, comfortable and well appointed. The interior was very tastefully decorated. The kitchen was generously equipped with pots, pans, and just about any utensil you could want and there were enough staples available to anyone wanting to cook. And the primary bed was so incredibly comfortable, and something we looked forward to after each day of excursions on the island. It honestly struck us as though we were staying in someone's home.And finally, Holly, the property contact person, was super responsive to each of our inquiries. She was helpful and communicative. I can't really think of any improvement to suggest -- it was exactly what we were looking for in all respects. Thank you Holly!
Kevin J.
June 2025
Great cottage steps from a nice sandy beach. 2nd flior unit is nice as well. Fully equipped kitchen, nice chairs and table. Clean and super quiet. Would stay here again for sure
David L.
June 2025