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Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean

Holiday home with kitchen, near Magic Sands Beach

Kick back and relax in the wonderful living room

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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Place, Magic Sands Beach
Place, Kahalu'u Beach Park
Place, Kailua Pier
Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean

Please note, effective Jan 1st. 2026, Hawaii`s Transient Accommodations Tax will increase from 10.25% to 11% for all stays with an arrival in 2026 forward. We may need to collect the tax difference to secure and finalize your booking. We will contact you to confirm the adjusted amount.
Discover your private slice of paradise in this charming 2-story, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cottage just one block from the ocean. Nestled in the peaceful gated community of Kahakai Place, this hidden gem blends island charm with modern comfort—perfect for a romantic getaway or a family retreat on the Big Island.
Inside, you’ll find 1,319 sq ft of beautifully designed living space:
Upstairs Bedrooms:
• Primary suite with king bed and ensuite bath
• Guest room with queen bed
• Third bedroom with two twin beds
• In-unit washer and dryer for your convenience
Downstairs Living Area:
• Spacious living room with 55” Smart TV (Apple TV included)
• Free WiFi for all your devices
• Fully equipped kitchen with oven, stovetop, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, and tea kettle
• Dining area that opens to the lanai with BBQ grill
Enjoy cool comfort with split-system air conditioning in every bedroom and the main living area, plus ceiling fans throughout to keep the island breezes flowing.
Relax indoors or out—the private lanai is the perfect spot for a morning coffee or evening cocktail. And when you’re ready to explore, you’re only minutes from downtown Kona’s restaurants, shopping, and world-famous beaches.
Parking: Covered carport for your convenience.
Whether you’re here to unwind, adventure, or a little of both, this cozy Kona cottage offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and location.
We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags. We also have air mattress, pack and play, and high chair available for rent.
Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to your island getaway with all the comforts and privacy of home!
After you create a meal from the fully equipped kitchen, you can sit at the bar, on the sofa, at the kitchen table, or on either of the lanais to enjoy it. Our favorite suggestion is to pack up some wine and food and take a 5 minute walk to a secluded beach to watch an amazing sunset or watch the turtles sunning themselves in the sand.
For same-day bookings, please contact us directly to check availability.
Hawaii GE/TA-148-489-2672-01
STVR-19-368340
NUC-19-1974

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property Registration Number GE-148-489-2672-01, 3760170990000, TA-148-489-2672-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

Magic Sands Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Kahalu'u Beach Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Kailua Pier - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
Kamakahonu Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬6 min drive
‪Black Rock Pizza - ‬7 min drive
‪Island Lava Java - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem in Gated Community | Walk to the Ocean located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden, Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Honl's Beach and St. Michael The Archangel Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

30 July 2022

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

Kona home with nice yard

This home was comfortable for our group of 6. We enjoyed meals on the lanai. We used the beach umbrella and chairs. Mahalo!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

10 May 2023

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

As Advertised

Comfortable home in a gated community. The manager was quick to respond during our stay when the AC wasn't working.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey L.

24 Feb 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location and value but needs to be stepped up a bit.

The good: Quiet, close-in proximity to downtown Kona and beach areas. Somewhat walkable if you want to brave walking along a busy road. Property manager was very responsive and quick acting Lovely sitting area outside the living area Great BBQ setup. The not so good: Nothing terrible about this place, but it needs some stepping up and the manager needs to spend some there to think about how 4-6 people using 3 bedrooms will use the place and furnish it accordingly. Having only 4 forks and 4 glasses in the kitchen cabinets is not ample. We were constantly washing dishes. The pillows felt like they were 20 years old. The good thing was that we told the manager they were unusable so they brought new ones over right away (that was good). That’s good but the place shouldn’t get to that point. No bathmats in the bathrooms. Washer soap and dryer sheets were used up in one wash load so we had to request more. Same for toilet paper. The furniture could use a deep clean.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

20 Oct 2025

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

Great Stay for Our Family in Kona!We had a wonderful time staying here as a family of five with teenage kids. The house was a perfect fit for our needs and in a great location for exploring the Kona coast. Check-in was easy, the home was very clean, everyone had their own bed, and the open living and kitchen area was great for relaxing together. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe.Some of our favorite activities nearby included the Royal Kona Luau, exploring the Ali’i Marketplace (just a couple blocks away), snorkeling with manta rays, walking through historic downtown Kona, visiting nearby beaches, and grabbing a bite at Kona Brewing Company.A few tips for future guests: while the house is only a couple miles from downtown and several nice beaches, it’s best to drive unless you have bikes or are comfortable walking along busy roads. We usually enjoy walking around towns we visit, but the house sits just outside the main pedestrian areas. The good news is that free parking is generally available along streets and near most beaches. Downtown parking can be trickier—look for restaurants that validate (and check which lot they validate for ahead of time), otherwise expect to pay around 25–50 depending on location and time of day.Overall, this was a great home base for our Kona adventures, and we’d happily stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Aug 2025

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

House worked great for our family of 6. We were able to walk to a beach to watch the sunset every evening. But the walkable areas were not great for playing in the oceans. It was a short drive to magic sands and other swimming areas. Kitchen was stocked with all the things we needed to cook most meals at home. Comfy and clean.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

1 Aug 2025

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

Excellent rental for our family. We arrived after sunset so the house was dark. However the check-in instructions have the directions to the house; just don’t skip reading them! Kitchen was well equipped; the only thing we would add are baking sheets and maybe some more airtight food storage containers. The living area was very comfortable and inviting. We enjoyed coffee and card games on the lanai. Bedrooms and bathrooms were good sized, plenary of closet and drawer space. The AC was helpful for sleeping. This house is in a quiet residential area about 2.5 miles south of downtown Kona. You can walk to a secluded “beach” from the house, but it’s not for swimming. Swimming/snorkeling beaches are not far by car. If you walk or run, Ali’i drive is a block away and usually packed with pedestrians. First Island Realty was responsive to all our concerns. Mahalo nui!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

2 Jan 2025

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

Relaxing home base

This property was the perfect home base for our Big Island adventures! We especially enjoyed coffee each morning while sitting out on the front porch watching birds, geckos and the occasional neighborhood cat play amongst the plumeria and hibiscus. The yard is small but faces a private, gated drive and there is there is ample patio furniture.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

4 Aug 2024

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

Nice place close to the beach and activities

This was a nice place to stay for our family of 4 (2 being teenagers). Everyone had space and AC units in their rooms. The property had nice places to sit outside and the furniture and beds were comfortable. Kitchen had what we needed to do the simple cooking we did. Plenty of beach towels in one of the bedroom closets. The place is located within a little neighborhood and there is little space around the house, that is my only negative, but that is also just the area. Overall it was a great place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

27 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Well maintained, nicely decorated, clean and very comfortable- air conditioning worked great which was a much needed break from the heat.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

12 May 2024

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

Multi-generation family visit

We had a very nice stay in this property. It was very clean and well stocked. The beds were comfortable and we appreciated the AC in every room. The location is wonderful with a short walk to a beach for a lovely sunset. Communication was great! We had a slight hiccup checking in but the hosts were very responsive and had the issue resolved very quickly! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

28 Aug 2023

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

Spacious and convenient

Plenty of space for our family of five. Loved the binder with descriptions of all the local beaches. Beach supplies were a great perk. Great to be able to do laundry.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

15 July 2023

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

Private 3-bedroom near downtown

Spacious 3-bedroom for family of 6. Nice outdoor seating in a gated community. Close to beaches and downtown.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jepson F.

4 Jan 2023

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

Kona Christmas

The house was in a great location, near restaurants, beaches and the airport. Comfortable living space and mattresses. Quiet, nice neighborhood. Loved the outdoor patios too!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn S.

28 Sept 2022

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

Great location

This property was close to great dining and shopping perfect location everything we needed was just minutes away.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE B. B.

7 July 2022

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

Hidden Gem

Property is exactly as described. We love this house. There are two separate porches, loved sitting outside for coffee on the AM and drinks in the PM. Conveniently located near everything! House has a full kitchen; we cooked dinner and breakfast every day. Great beaches nearby, 30 minutes from Waikaloa and quick walk downtown to shoreline. Definitely recommend. The only thing I would change is the purchase of paper plates for morning meal. The kitchen has everything, but is limited on plates🤪 We had to go dishes twice a day, or run the dishwasher 2x daily. Still is a fantastic place.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda L.

28 June 2022

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

Big Island stay

We loved our stay at this property. Very clean house, perfect size for our family, and great location.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou K.

7 June 2022

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

Exactly as pictured

This comfortable house was exactly as pictured in photos. The outside areas were nicely landscaped. It is a bit off the beaten path but not a far drive from beaches, restaurants, and activities. There were a few minor issues with deferred repairs but First Island responded promptly to my report of a damaged bannister and towel rack. . The proximity of the driveway to the community gate makes the turn into the property a bit challenging. The placement of the security keypad to activate the gate requires getting out of the car. Kitchen is narrow space and a little awkward to work in. Overall it was a cozy and pleasant place to spend a few days in.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

18 May 2022

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

Perfect for our trip

The listing was exactly what we experienced. The location was close to all of the experiences we were doing. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

4 Jan 2022

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

House in Kona Hawaii

Had a great time lovely home

Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

5 Dec 2021

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

Minutes from beach

This house was paradise! Each room clean, had its own air unit, and fan. The grass was so soft and the flowers and trees were absolutely beautiful. The years and house was well manicured and well kept. The automatic sprinklers comes on at 5:44am… I know this because I moved a chair to the grass and was enjoying the stars (because of the time change I was wide awake since 3am) and the all of a sudden I ran for cover with the chair! It was hilarious!! Anyhow, the house has two floors, so you have to carry your luggage up the steps to your room, but that was ok. My son was so happy when he was in the room with the PS! The little things that make kids happy. The outside patio has covered areas and sunny areas. The little lizards are everywhere and my daughter named them. It was paradise! The only glitch was our gps wouldn’t recognize how to get to the house from Alii drive- it’s across from the mile marker 2.5 .. REMEMBER THAT! you’ll need it for when the other side of the street is locked off near the elementary school. At night it is very dark and you’ll have to get yo the house from the main road, Alii Drive. Look for mile marker 2.5, then turn into neighborhood. The location of the house is wonderful. You’re minutes from the beach, minutes from town, minutes from a local market with vendors- one even MAILS COCONUTS HOME!! We were so excited for this, and we mailed home a painted coconut. Alii Marketplace- look for Jill’s HotStuff. So memorable! Make sure you have the gate code so you can get back into your house. Message the host for the gate code. Loved this house !! 10 stars from us!!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

2 Nov 2021

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

Great spot on the southern end of Kona

I stayed here with my family (including kids 2 & 4) for a week-long trip. We were very comfortable in the house. My only complaint is that the location does mean it's a bit of a hike out to the kid-friendlier beaches north of Kona (e.g., Kikaua and so on). While I would also note it's not really walkable to many places, that's not a fair complaint because it just turns out that Kona is not just laid out for walking (think Southern Cal), so you'll be driving no matter where you are staying.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL L.

4 Oct 2021

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

Nice cozy place to stay

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casidy M.

15 Aug 2021

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

Great House a Short Drive to the Shops and Restaurants in Kona

We enjoyed our stay here. We had a 3 year old and a 1.5 year old and some of the decor had to be hidden away from their little hands (breakable stuff). Everything was well stocked and the TV worked in the living room (although you needed to log into your own streaming account to play anything). While we never felt like there was any danger nearby during our short stay, the house is located in a gated community which adds to the comfort.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Angela D.

18 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice house

The house is not really a block from the ocean. And the ocean access is all rock walls close to the house. The back gate to the area is locked during the day due to a school and is not accessible and GPS will direct u there everytime. But the home is very nice and only a short drive to beaches. Enjoyed the beach chairs, umbrella and body boards along with snorkel gear provided. Bring swim shoes for sure as beaches have a lot of rocks. I would rent here again because the price is reasonable and location is good for anything on the west coast of the big island!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M., Canada

23 Feb 2020

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

Really good experience

This was an awesome experience. The property was beyond our expectations. It was nice to come home after a day at the beach and the kids could run around the front yard. All the little extras like everything from spices to boogie boards made our vacation so much easier. Thank you! Enjoyed our stay. Best Vrbo experience to date. Will be back!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

Kona home with nice yard

Lisa Y.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

As Advertised

Kevin T.

8/10 Good

Jeffrey L.

Good location and value but needs to be stepped up a bit.

Jeffrey L.

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Bryan K.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Cynthia N.

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Relaxing home base

Laura C.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

Nice place close to the beach and activities

Kristin T.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Danielle

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.