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House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views

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A poolside area with a covered seating area, stone walls, and tropical plants.
A modern outdoor pool area with a hot tub, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a tropical landscape through large windows.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wicker chairs, a large window with a view of palm trees, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Kamuela, HI
  • Place, Mauna Lani Historic Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mauna Lani Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bedroom 2 Ensuite

Guest Bedroom 3 Ensuite

Guest Bedroom 4 Ensuite

Half Bathroom

Primary Bedroom Ensuite

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mauna Lani Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Manta Ray Point are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great 4-D Movie Ride - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mauna Lani Historic Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Francis H.I'i Brown North Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Tap Room - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Island Vintage Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kuleana Rum Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A-Bay's Island Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Original Big Island Shave Ice - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$12,501, 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 House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House of the Turtle (CR 18) at Champion Ridge: Pool, Spa, AC & Stunning Views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Francis H.I'i Brown South Golf Course and Mauna Lani Beach. Great 4-D Movie Ride and Mauna Lani Historic Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location - highly recommend.

Everything was as advertised- would certainly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2021
Mahalo Terry for leaving us a great review! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property! The kitchen was extremely well stocked with everything we needed, which made cooking and dining in so easy. The host was very responsive and attentive, and communication throughout our stay was excellent. The pool was absolutely beautiful and a highlight for our group, especially with the pool toys provided. Beach access was convenient and made it easy to enjoy the ocean whenever we wanted. One thing to note is that all bedrooms except the master are accessed through the outdoor courtyard, which worked for us. Overall, a fantastic place to stay and we would happily return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you had a wonderful stay and that the well-stocked kitchen, attentive hosting, and easy beach access made everything seamless. It’s great to hear the pool was a highlight for your group and that the layout worked well for you. We’d love to welcome you back with Gather for another fantastic getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best house I ever stayed in

I can not say enough about this property, the location was perfect, the house was amazing. Kathleen was responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2021
Mahalo John for leaving us a 5 star review! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House of the Turtle

Beautiful, very well equipped home, perfect for couples. Near beach, dining, grocery. Wonderful pool. Responsive, helpful property management.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2024
Thank you, Ann! Delighted the home's setup and proximity to local amenities contributed to a wonderful stay. Your compliments on the pool and our team's responsiveness mean a lot to us. Eagerly await your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place

The place is immaculate. Has everything you need. Kathleen the property manager was easy to work with. Infinity pool and hot tub were enjoyable; the beds super comfy. Did not want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Jason! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home !

Rented as to celebrate special birthday and the property exceeded my expectations. Kathleen the Property Manager was exemplar also !
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Elaine! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Property

Gathering for our Son’s weddings up in Puako. House was perfect. Had a three year old and a five yr old. Loved the pool. Exceptional service from Kathleen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Thank you for your kind words about our house in Puako! We are delighted that it was perfect for gathering with your family and that the pool was enjoyed by both the three-year-old and five-year-old. We also greatly appreciate your feedback regarding Kathleen's exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Suberb Stay at House of Turtle

My family of 8- our kids and their significant others range in age from 26-16 loved their time here. Everyone had a lot of room to congregate but also had some privacy. The house is the most well equipped home I’ve ever stayed in. The outside space is perfect with beautiful views of the mountains. The neighborhood is private and not crowded. Location is great. I would def recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your family of 8, with a wide age range, all enjoyed their time at our property. It's great to know that the house provided both ample space for gathering and privacy for everyone. We're delighted that you found it to be the most well-equipped home you've ever stayed in, and that the outside space with beautiful mountain views added to your experience. We're also pleased that the private and uncrowded neighborhood, along with the great location, met your expectations. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is gorgeous. The rooms are very comfortable and quiet. The kitchen is very well equipped….except, and I say this somewhat reservedly, for a property worth 5 million, the appliances should be brought up to date. The microwave was probably original to the house (20years old), so very basic. The Wolf stove had 2 burners that continued to fire the igniters; so they were unusable…but there were 4 more, so not a huge problem. The large oven had a short that was fixed immediately, but if we hadn’t found it by using it for breakfast, our very expensive chef dinner that we had ordered for that night would have been impossible. Fortunately, the property manager, Kathleen, was FABULOUS! She got someone right out there and got it fixed; a crisis was averted. The Barbeque has known problems, and instead of getting it fixed, there’s a printout to get around the 3 right burners not lighting. The washing machine looks like it belongs under a deck somewhere on a beach to wash beach towels (all rusted), very inexpensive fix to buy a new washing machine. Several of the ceiling fans were too noisy to use. (I advised Kathleen upon leaving, so I’m hoping they were fixed). The day we left, we woke up to a water heater leak in our bedroom. (This just speaks again to the age of the appliances). There were many toys in the bin at the pool that should have been discarded. I think that, for the money that is being charged…the property could be kept up a bit better.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review, and for the kind words on the home and on Kathleen. She takes real pride in looking after guests, so it means a lot to hear she made the difference she did during your stay. Your notes on upkeep are useful, and we'll review everything closely to make sure the home stays at the standard it should. We'd be glad to host you again with Gather whenever your travels bring you back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful home near Mauna Lani

We rented this house for a family vacation, and it was perfect for that. Home is spacious, giving everyone enough privacy. The infinity pool is beautiful and was a highlight. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked with every dish and tool imaginable. I would have given it 5 stars but for a few disappointments - the larger of the two ovens did not work, the ice maker needed work, the internet was quite weak, and some of the furniture was in need of refurbishment. Despite these minor glitches, we enjoyed the home and recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, Jennifer! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a wonderful vacation. We're sorry to hear that you encountered issues and we'll address these concerns to improve future stays. Your recommendation means the world to us! We look forward to welcoming you again for a more perfect stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded Expectations

This house was perfect for our week in Hawaii! It is beautiful, spacious, and private. All of the amenities were fully functional and when minor issues arose the property manager, Kathleen, was extremely responsive and quick. We had two kiddos with us and there was space enough for them to nap away from all of the noise of the adults without a problem. The beach coin access alone is worth it if you have small kids - it’s a sheltered cove that’s shallow and very kid friendly. For four couples plus 2 kids we all felt like we had our own space and each of the ensuites worked well. I highly recommend this place.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

House of Turtles

It was a beautiful property and the pool got plenty of use however the kitchen had an infestation of cockroaches, even after they came and sprayed once. There seemed to be a lot of critters - either in the walls or above the ceiling that you could hear at nights. There was evidence of rat droppings in the media room where my grandson slept but never actually saw a rat! Apart from all that, it was a gorgeous house!
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2024
Dale, thank you for sharing your experience at the House of Turtles. We're glad to hear that you found the property beautiful and enjoyed the pool extensively. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the 'wildlife' encounters. In Hawaii's natural setting, these challenges can sometimes occur despite our best efforts. We're taking your feedback seriously and are intensifying our pest control measures to ensure a more comfortable experience for all our guests. It's heartening to know that, despite these issues, you found the house gorgeous. We're committed to resolving these concerns and hope to have the opportunity to host you again for a flawless stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home - great for our group of 8

The House of the Turtle is a beautiful home in the Mauna Lani resort area. We were very pleased with the main living areas of the house. The kitchen is beautiful and is fully equipped with everything you could want. The living areas into the pool area also were very comfortable. The house has a multitude of sliding doors which makes for tremendous natural light throughout. The main bedroom was an awesome suite, and beautifully appointed. The other sleeping areas all have their own private entrances, and are very comfortable. The entryway and courtyard is also very nicely done, and is welcoming and pleasant. The entire house was very clean. Check in and out was well handled, and the property manager was very responsive to the few questions we had. All in all, it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Robert! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mid summer visit this lovely home marred by inadequate air conditioning

House of the Turtle is a well appointed and well furnished home that is perfect for families and couples traveling together, HOWEVER, our high season stay in 95 degree July proved difficult as the AC for the master bedroom also serves two of the other primary bedrooms and proved to be not up to the task, The circuit breaker tripped repeatedly and even when the system worked the temperature rarely if ever got close to the set temperature. This was especially true in the two bedrooms other than the master, one of which was basically uninhabitable forcing one member of our party to sleep on the couch. This is not what we paid for and our request for a partial refund of our payment was met with a token response despite the fact that the owner and the property manager knew of this problem before we arrived (and did not disclose it)- in fact they have plans to install dedicated AC units for the two bedrooms that were problematic. A bit too late for us. I would NOT stay at this home again until the AC system is fixed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Kevin, We are deeply sorry that one (of three) A/C units failed to work during your recent visit. Our HVAC repair man was on the property the first day that the unit failed to cool the bedroom in question. We immediately ordered a new unit but unfortunately was not in stock and had to be shipped form the Mainland. This unfortunate experience was out of our control. We would like to offer you a subsequent stay at our home at a significant reduction to compensate you for this compromised experience. We take pride in having our home provide a wonderful experience. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation Spot

Excellent. House was even better than expected. Lots of room for four couples. Well equipped kitchen. Appreciated the special goodies including fresh fruit and coffee beans. Extra special bathing and hair products provided as well. Kathleen was extremely accommodating of our needs and quick to respond to our questions.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Sierra! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise!

The property is amazing. Very spacious for our group of 7. The kitchen is extremely well stocked with everything we needed for the meals we had at the house. Comfortable beds and bedding. We are sad to be leaving!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review Nicole! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven on earth! ❤️

This house is so incredibly beautiful, the location was great, the views were stunning! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Mahalo for leaving us a great review Kimberly! We value our guests' input and are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BenanderBash Wedding

House was better than pictures indicate. Was a meeting spot for entire wedding party.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2021
Mahalo Clark for leaving us a 5 star review! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house, better than advertised

Great home, excellent location, wonderful fruit trees in the shared garden behind the house. Everything we could have asked for. Property managers were great as well. A++ all the way around
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2021
Mahalo Joshua for leaving us a 5 star review! We appreciate the feedback and value your input. We aim to provide a truly unique experience and are thrilled that we exceeded your expectations. We hope that you will consider staying with us on your next visit to Hawaii!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BEST FATHERS DAY MINI VACATION

This house was awesome lots of space
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2020
Mahalo for leaving us a 5 star review! We're so happy your enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family spot!

We had a wonderful two weeks here! We were a party of 10, with my two small children, so the housing layout was perfect. My hubby and I were in the house with the kids (kids in media room), and the rest of the family were in the other rooms and weren't woken by toddlers. The views were amazing, the pool and hot tub temps were perfect. Had everything we needed. Second time staying in the neighborhood and the check in and rental coordination process was SO EASY, even easier than last time. Kathleen was amazing and super responsive. Overall, GREAT experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2020
Aloha Joni, Thank you for leaving us a 5-star review! We are glad to hear that you had two wonderful weeks at our property. We take pride in providing a very clean home with everything you need. We hope that you choose Elite Vacation Rentals on your next trip to Hawaii! Mahalo, Elite Vacation Rental Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home for large family

Beautiful inside and out that our large family really enjoyed! Bedrooms are separated to give privacy but the common areas where nice and open to bring everyone together. Very well furnished and stocked for a perfect Hawaiian vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home!

This is a beautiful and elegant home, wonderful for our family reunion (8 adults, 2 kids). Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The media room also has a sofa bed, and there is another full bathroom close to the media room. We really loved the layout of the house- large living area for everyone to gather together, but lots of privacy, also, with the 3 guest bedrooms arranged around the front courtyard. The house is very spacious, sparkling clean, and well stocked. The kitchen has 2 dishwashers, which is very convenient for large groups. The property is beautifully landscaped with many flowering plants and trees. We had a fabulous time, and look forward to returning again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stunning home with gorgeous views.

This home was gorgeous inside and out. The living area was large enough to accommodate all of us and was so comfortable and lovely. The outdoor areas were beautifully landscaped and the pool was gorgeous. We loved the view of the golf course as well. Everything was perfect - we could not have asked for a better property manager. Kathleen even bought groceries for us the day of our arrival. The home was not too far from the private beach club. We drove there - it was a little far for some of our family to walk, but they had paddle board and kayaks and even a restaurant. The bedrooms were all around a common courtyard and each had its own bathroom and a little garden area. We would definitely recommend Hale Honu and hope to be able to return in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful house

Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
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