Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.
Our family style beachfront home was completed in January 2018. We purchased the property in 1998, and it was our family camp ground for almost two decades. Now, with a beautiful new home, it is truly the perfect get away! We spend most open weekends at the house; continually improving the landscaping and fine tuning details so that the house has everything you need to enjoy your stay.
The house is located on a spacious lot with many mature coconut and Milo trees (Native hardwood), royal palms and fragrant plumeria. Unlike many beachfront homes in Puako, we have a sand on the beach in front of the house and access to deeper water for swimming, surfing, snorkeling or kayaking. There is also a large "keiki pool" a protected tidal pool perfect for wading and for young children to swim and play in the water. The house is truly beachfront, with the sand and ocean at your doorstep.
Although technically all waterfront property in Hawaii below the highest wash of the waves is public property, our little beach is as private and secluded as you can find on any developed shoreline. Because it is difficult to walk to our property from the public access trails, it's almost a guarantee that you will see more turtles than people along our little stretch of beach. You may see an occasional throw net fisherman pass by, but it is unlikely you will see as many as six beach walkers on any given day.
The house is elevated eight feet above the ground which gives us unparalleled views of the ocean as you look across the channel toward Mt. Haleakalā on the island of Maui. We also have beautiful mountain views of the 4 major mountains on the Big Island; Kohala, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai. The large open and shady space under the house is always cool and a pleasant space to relax. It is bordered by lush green lawns on both side of the house. There is an excellent Kitchen Aid propane bbq, a small drink refrigerator, picnic table, ping pong table and lounge chairs.
The interior has beautiful custom wood detailing throughout the house including natural wood flooring locally milled from coconut trees that were removed from the lot to make room for the construction of our house and beautiful oversized African Sapele wood baseboards. All the shelving, window and door trims are made from Milo, Koa and Eucalyptus trees from the Puako house lot and our mauka property above Kailua-Kona in Holualoa.
The Puako General Store is a half mile down the road. Mauna Lani and Hapuna Beach Resorts and restaurants are within a few minute's drive, bike ride or walk.
The interior of the house is thoughtfully detailed with wood accents and decorated with island style furniture and art. It is ideal for 2 to 4 people with a spacious master bedroom, a smaller second bedroom, and a den that can be used as a third bedroom. The master bedroom has a King size mattress and the second bedroom and den each have a queen mattress.
Both bathrooms have shower doors that open out to the deck, so sandy feet and dripping bodies can head straight from the beach into a warm shower. There is also an outdoor shower with hot water at ground level on the north side of the house.
The house is completely turn-key with a well appointed kitchen, molded sinks, corian countertops, stove, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave. It does not have a standard size oven but there is a large toaster oven. The washer and dryer are centrally located inside the house. TV and WiFi are also provided. There is no landline but cell phone reception is good.
Since the cessation of the volcanic eruption in the Puna area of the Big Island, beautiful clear skies have finally returned to our Island. A walk around the deck, on most mornings, offers a panoramic view of Hawaii’s four highest peaks, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, Hualalai and Maui’s Haleakala as well as beautiful Kohala Mountain.
Please inquire if you have any questions, we are happy to serve as your hosts here in Hawaii!
STVR REGISTRATION NUMBER: STVR 19-365090 NUC NUMBER: NUC 19-1789 Hawaii Tax ID Numbers: GE-073-660-2112-03 TA-073-660-2112-02
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Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for children under 4 years old.
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No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
The following rules are incorporated into the Rental Agreement: (A) Quiet hours are 9pm to 8am when guest noise shall not disturb adjacent neighbors.
(B) sound audible beyond the property shall not be more than otherwise associated with a residential area.. (C) Guest vehicles shall only be parked
in the on-site parking area. (D) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes. NO EVENTS ARE ALLOWED. Property is for tenants use only.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-073-660-2112-03, TA-073-660-2112-02, 369004006000
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This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Kamuela
Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course.
Travelling with kids? Consider Manta Ray Point, or check out an event or a game at Rutgers Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 9 min drive - 3.8 km
Mauna Kea Beach - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - 6 min drive
CanoeHouse - 17 min drive
Hālani - 17 min drive
Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - 14 min drive
Ikena Landing - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. on 25 May 2026 start from AU$1,309, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise.?
Checkout is at 3:00 PM.
Where is Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! Enjoy our slice of paradise. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kamuela holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Puako Bay and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Beach and Waialea Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Nancy was such a vigilant and helpful host! Very responsible and caring -- and made sure to reach out with surf warnings when the weather turned. Super accommodating!
We enjoyed the home beyond belief. Porch was perfect for watching whales. Turtles were joining us every night on the shore. What more could we ask for.
Amazing location and property had almost everything you could need. Would be 5 stars if the property had air conditioning, as even with the constant breeze from the ocean and fans in every room, we struggled to stop sweating on the warmer afternoons and evenings during our visit.
Magical place on Puako Bay. We slowed down to turtle time, and snorkeled right out the back door (hosts’ advice on navigating the tides and reefs was very helpful!). House is open, comfortable, well appointed. We loved just being the two of us, but plan to come back with 2-3 additional family members.
We had such a great trip and the house was possibly the highlight. It was a perfect spot for us and Nancy was so welcoming. I can't imagine it being more perfect for our Hawaii experience.
Amazing property (location, setup, and everything included) that made for a great stay. We enjoyed having the ocean breeze coming through all day and spent most of our time outside on the porch or by the shore. The snorkeling and turtle watching behind the house is next level and not to be missed. Greg and Nancy were great hosts checking in on us and being responsive. We were there during the tsunami warning and they went the extra mile making sure we would were ok. When we come back to Hawaii, very likely we're staying here again.
We wanted a change from our holiday beach home in Kona so we rented this lovely beach house in Puako. We enjoyed a wonderful family Christmas here. The house is spacious, beautifully designed, comfortable, and there was every amenity we could have wanted. Highly recommended!
Exceptional beachfront property with easy access to tide pools, snorkeling, whale watching. The house is great and has everything you need to have a great vacation. Owners are friendly and easy to communicate with. We hope to stay again soon.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this great home. The beach is steps away and we were blessed with basking turtles every day. The kitchen is equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals, including a nice selection of herbs and seasonings. The beds are great and bathrooms were perfect. As a plus, there are ample beach toys, chairs, towels. We highly recommend this getaway.
Warm Hawaiian Vibes...View, Sunsets, swimming and great diving only with mask, snorkel and fins. Ruthie and I loved it so much we booked another reservation for 1 month later.
Aloha Nui Loa
Timo and Ruthie
We loved this Puako home. Great location, the home is well equipped and the rental process was seamless. Turtles galore! Thank you!
BRIAN A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Nancy and Greg Gillette
The Gillette family has lived in Hawaii for generations and are active in the sailing community. Greg and I, as well as our 2 adult children, Isaac and Lea, were born and raised on Oahu. We moved to Holualoa on the Big Island in 1992 and have a small coffee farm and cattle ranch on the slopes of Hualalai.
Why they chose this property
Our Puako Beach house is unique to the Puako community. The house reflects the casual elegance and island lifestyle that we have known all our lives as "kama'aina" - people born and raised in Hawaii. Island décor and furnishings combined with fabulous views and the sound of the ocean produce a relaxed and carefree ambiance. The house has an open airy floor plan with wrap around covered decks. It has custom locally produced coconut floors and gorgeous hardwood detailing throughout.
What makes this property unique
Enjoy the near perfect climate year round, and the pacific ocean only footsteps away. Wether it is surfing and diving you are after or just relaxing in the sun, this house will provide the experience you are looking for. It's location is also a perfect starting point for other adventures here on the Big Island of Hawaii.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests