Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Ocean view

Explore the area

Waimea, HI

Hapuna Beach State Park16 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach17 min drive
Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course18 min drive
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Tropical Outdoor Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Kohala Kai Gardens is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath private residence which has been divided into 2 separate units. Only one apartment is offered as a vacation rental while the main owners travel.

It is located on a beautifully landscaped 1.4 acres on the Big Island of Hawaii. Kohala Kai Gardens comes with a full kitchen, open floor plan, dining room, living room and expansive ocean view lanais.

The floor plan allows for a private entrance and ocean view lanais providing comfort and privacy. The green, grassy backyard surrounded by tropical plants is an unexpected oasis.

The other apartment is separate and private from the rental. The property is designed to have only the driveway and the laundry shared.

You will relax and enjoy never-ending ocean views, dazzling sunsets, and tropical breezes. Only a few minutes away is the Kohala 'Gold Coast'. Located at 500 feet above sea level Kohala Kai Gardens provides panaromic views of over 60 miles of the Kohala coast.

Kohala Kai Gardens is located just north of Kawaihae Harbor and a short 10 minute drive to 3 of the islands best beaches, Hapuna, Waialea and Mauna Kea. You can enjoy world famous golf courses, tennis, and oceanfront fine dining at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and Hapuna at Mauna Kea Hotel. An additional 5 minute drive south will bring you to Mauna Lani and Waikoloa Beach resorts offering more white sandy beaches, shopping, golf, and dining. The whale watching is incredible during whale season (November through April).

If your pleasure is just gazing at the ocean, this light and airy home with an expansive lanai is just the place for you. The lanai is equipped with lounge chairs and dining, a great place to daydream, read a book or enjoy a meal.

One of the highlights of the property is stepping into the spacious tropical outdoor shower complete with a sitting area and hammock nestled among the ti leaves.

The living room offers plenty of room to relax, prepare meals and dine. It is decorated island style with unique collections of sea shells and glass fishing balls with expansive ocean views.

The kitchen is fully furnished, has new granite countertops and quartz sinks. It is equipped with all new appliances and the basics of spices and oils.

The en-suite Master Bedroom with ocean views has a king size bed and walk-in closet. The bedroom is furnished island style with a very comfortable Tempurpedic bed and quality linens. The sliding doors lead onto the private ocean view front lanai. Should you need an extra breeze, each room has a ceiling fan.

The master bath has been completely remodeled with a tiled walk-in shower, granite countertops and updated fixtures. The towels are soft Turkish cotton.

Wifi is complimentary throughout the home. The living area has a 42" Smart TV for entertainment when you are not busy exploring the island. We also supply all necessary beach equipment, including chairs, umbrella, coolers and beach towels.

Kawaihae Harbor, 5 minutes away by car, offers multiple dining opportunities, including a local Tiki Bar perfect for Happy Hour. There are a number of choices including a fresh fish market, and several restaurants. You can depart on a dive, snorkel, sport fishing or whale watch adventure with our fantastic local operators in the harbor.

After a full day of activity you will enjoy returning to Kohala Kai Gardens to relax in comfort and enjoy the beauty of the ocean and mountains.

Drive to beaches and more.

6 minutes to Kawaihae town (fishing, whale watching and scuba dive trips)

8 minutes to Spencer Beach

10 minutes to world class beaches (Mauna Kea & Hapuna)

25 minutes to Historic Hawi town

20 minutes to Big Island Zip Line and the Kohala 'Flumin the Ditch' Adventures

23 minutes to Kamuela (Waimea)

33 minutes to Horseback riding with Paniolo Adventures

40 minutes to Kona International Airport

55 minutes to Kona

52 minutes to Pololu Valley Lookout where you can hike down to the valley floor and a black sand beach

2 hours to Volcano National Park

Property manager

Marti & Ed Henrickson

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Ocean view

Kitchen

Water view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please no shoes in the home.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number TA-007-655-6288-01, 3590060420002, GE-007-655-6288-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

This holiday home is located in Kohala Estates, a neighbourhood in Kamuela, and is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hapuna Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Manta Ray Point are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Waimea, HI

What's nearby

Hapuna Beach State Park - 16 min drive
Mauna Kea Beach - 17 min drive
Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course - 18 min drive
Waialea Beach - 20 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 25 min drive

Getting around

Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - 17 min drive
Copper Bar - 17 min drive
Manta & Pavilion Wine Bar - 17 min drive
Anuenue Ice Cream - 9 min drive
The Seafood Bar u0026 Grill - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kohala Kai Gardens with Panoramic Ocean Views located?

Located in Kohala Estates, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Pua Mau Place Arboretum. Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Leo D.

27 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just wonderful

We were welcomed in the house by Naomi who showed us all in the house and garden. Thank you Naomi! The house is big and has all you can need, well equipped kitchen - a kind welcome set of foods and drink- and oil and vinegar any herbs should you want to cook, large living room and large bedroom with a super large, super good bed, walk in wardrobe, bathroom, all equipped with fans that run noiseless. We did not use the living room (I forgot to mention the dining area) since we sat on the terrace with sea view- just great. The garden is large and beautiful and we were invited to eat the kale and herbs. The star is the outdoor shower, so beautifully designed with plants, just wonderful. The front part of the house is separate and occupied by the sun of the family, who we never saw or heard but would have been there for questions. Very discrete. There are nice beaches near by, a good guide can be found in the house. We also drove along the west cost to Captain cook monument and the painted church etc - a drive of about 2 hours. The house of Marti and Ed is perfect for a relaxing stay and has just one problem: you don’t want to leave it. Thank you for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

30 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful restful retreat

This lovely house was great! It was so peaceful and gorgeous here. It had everything we needed and more. The bed was very comfortable and the outdoor shower was amazing. The listing and photos here do not do it justice! Sean was very helpful. This is our favorite place so far to stay in our 11 trips (4th to Big Island) to the islands. We also really loved having the cats, Pili and Kia, here. Made us less homesick for our pets. The cats completely accepted us and hung out with us. Thanks for a great relaxing stay! Julie and Wade (from Maple Valley, WA)

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate K., Berkeley, Ca

23 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Kohala Coast

Had a fantastic time on our trip and this property definitely was a highlight. Loved the house, the views, the gardens, the amenities, and the cats. Everything was lovely and Sean was available whenever we had questions. Bring your bathing suit and feel confident that that’s about all you’ll need if you rent this property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Robert G., Danville CA

17 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, great property

This is a wonderful and relaxing place to stay if you want to be far away from the resorts and crowds. Place is clean and well appointed. If you like cats, you’re in luck. There are 2 resident cats that enjoy the home as much as you will. They are not shy and are happy to keep you company. If, like me, you are not a cat person and would prefer a completely “no pets” experience, inquire within regarding the situation. Unlike the resorts 1/2 hour away, you are in a more natural setting which was my preference.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna Y.

28 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of paradise

My husband and I had an amazing stay at Kohala Estates. The views were fantastic! The house was beautiful, tastefully furnished and decorated. It had everything we could have wished for. The highly recommended outdoor shower was very nice. We liked the little garden and enjoyed the parsley and papaya. The two feline residents were very friendly. They joined us as we watched picturesque sunrises and sunsets. This is a very safe place to stay and perfect couples retreat. Sean was very accommodating. He explained everything and answered any questions we had. Sean also planted a memory tree for us. We hope to return one day to see how it grew.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Marti & Ed Henrickson

We are recently retired and travel extensively. Having lived in our home since 2000 we know how special a place this is. We divided our home into 2 separate apartments. Each with private entrances and lanais.

Our son, Sean lives in the "other" unit. We are very fortunate to have him live so near to allow us the privilege of travel and have our home taken care of as we travel throughout the world. This year is Israel, Egypt and Jordan.

Our travels have truly proven the fact that this is one of the most beautiful spots on earth and are pleased to start sharing it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

Each and every day that we have lived here has been a blessing. We are so pleased to share it with others during our absence.

The birds wake us up in the mornings and we fall asleep with open windows and doors feeling the cool night breezes.

You will find the sheer joy of simplicity as you watch the waves or listen to the birds. It is not uncommon to get lost in the beauty around you.

What makes this property unique

The floor plan of this shared property allows for a private entrance and private ocean view lanais. You often feel like you are the only folks on the property on nearly 2 acres.

The outdoor shower is one of the best parts of the property. To shower surrounded by orchids, ti leaves and ferns is another blessing to living in Hawaii.

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