Studio located directly across the street from Magic Sands beach with renovated kitchen and bathroom. The bedroom is separated from the living/dining area by a wall with an arched opening. You will notice the small touches honoring the sea turtle throughout the unit which is why we call it Hale Honu or House of the Turtle. (THIS IS A NON-SMOKING UNIT IN A NON-SMOKING PROPERTY)
******NOT AIR CONDITIONED*******IF YOU THINK YOU NEED AIR CONDITIONING YOU SHOULD NOT BOOK OUR PLACE. *****SOFA IS NOT HIDE A BED. ONLY SLEEPING IS ONE QUEEN BED****
Your parking spot is conveniently a few steps from the front door. The complex is a small quaint 10 unit complex and is located directly across the street from Magic Sands Beach (Also known as Disappearing Sands Beach). This is a great swimming beach when it is calm. When there are waves it is only good for experienced swimmers. Early morning is best time to swim and see turtles at this beach. The complex also has a washer/dryer which accept smart phone payment through a convenient app with instructions in laundry area. Washer and Dryer are $2 per load.
The kitchen was recently remodeled and has brand new custom made Khaya (African Mahogany) cabinets. The bathroom was also remodeled with a nice size walk in shower with a shower head or body sprays.
There is periods between usually November and March in which the beach may have less sand than normal due to large swells that take the sand from the beach. Once the ocean clams down the sand gets redeposited on the beach over the course of a week or so. There is no way to predict what the status of the beach sand will be. When swimming at this beach or any beach in Hawaii you should listen to the lifeguards. When there is little or no sand the beach is much more dangerous.
There is a large front lawn off the lanai and you can watch the sunset from the lanai. You can see the water from the Lanai but cannot see the beach as we have Hibiscus hedges to provide privacy as the beach can get busy and the hedges provide privacy from people walking and driving by.
The unit accommodates a MAXIMUM OF 2 GUESTS ONLY. THERE IS ONE QUEEN BED ONLY AND SOFA IS NOT A SLEEPER. THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING There are two ceiling fans. This is a licensed Short-Term Vacation rental STVR-19-360605.
Property manager
Robert Chakarian
Premier Host
Languages
English
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Barbecue grill
Ocean View Studio, Walk to Magic Sands and Kahaluu -Free Wifi
Ocean View Studio, Walk to Magic Sands and Kahaluu -Free Wifi
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-162-956-9024-02, GE-162-956-9024-01
About the area
Kailua-Kona
Located on the beach, this apartment is in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Haleo Luau and Hulihee Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kahalu'u Beach Park and Kona Country Club. Kona Le'a Plantation and KBXtreme are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this apartment building is steps away from Kailua-Kona Beaches and Magic Sands Beach. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Keauhou Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything was fine except the cooking ware, frying pans need to be replaced with new. We had to eat out more than we expected to.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sydney
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Amenities
This place is a 1 minute walk to the beach, we loved hanging out there whenever we could. The place has everything you need for the beach (towels, boogie board, floaties, chairs, umbrella, cooler). Great view of the sunset from the lanai. The kitchen is great for cooking, we will definitely be coming back.
Communication was always prompt.
Lovely unit updated thoughtfully & tasteful.
Location was excellent - beach across the street.
Appreciated the beach chairs & cooler.
Everything as described. Loved it!
Fantastic White Sands Beach Location!
We really enjoyed our stay here in Kona, our first time to the big island! With easy access to the beach, this condo has a great kitchen, and almost everything we needed, except beach towels.
For Owner's Eyes: There are also a few deferred maintenance items that should be addressed, as well.
1- patio door handle needs tightening
2- bathroom sink draining very slowly
3- fan/light controllers may need new batteries (work intermittently)
4- beach umbrella spine hinge found broken
5- snorkel to mask strap holder found missing on the large mask
All of the above did not deminish THE GREAT TIME WE Had!!!
Thank You, we had a Blast! B & C from Encinitas CA
This unit was very well equipped, everything thing for the beach, plus everything thing to get you started for a great vacation!
Thanks Robert
James M.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023
About the host
Hosted by Robert Chakarian
We live in San Diego and love going to Kona every chance we get. There is always something new to explore. We only recently began vacation renting our condo as it was previously a long term rental. So we renovated the bathroom and kitchen areas and hope you will enjoy it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
I love the Ocean so I love the location of our condo and I hope you will enjoy it also. It is nice to be able to just walk across the street and go for a swim, play some volleyball on the beach or just sit in a beach chair and have a drink. Once daylight surrenders to evening there is a great sunset to enjoy along with the sounds of the beach.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests