Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching! - Hawaiʻi County

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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Explore the area

Kamuela, HI

Mauna Kea Beach13 min drive
Hapuna Beach State Park14 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course21 min drive
Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala)26 min drive

We enjoyed our 5 day stay here. It was a bit of a drive from shopping, but we enjoyed that aspect of it.

Stephen H.

Aug 30, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching!

Enjoy the raw beauty of the Big Island from the luxury of Sunsets and Whales at Kohala Waterfront - a newly built four bedroom residence located above one of the most active whale coves in Hawaii, offering wintertime visitors front-row seats to leaping humpback whales. Completed in 2020 and powered by renewable energy, Sunsets and Whales features state-of-the-art amenities, centralized air conditioning, powerful wifi and a private elevator to meet the needs of the most discerning travelers.

Upon entry upstairs, guests will arrive to a sleek and modern living space perfected by an acclaimed interior designer. The open-concept living space takes advantage of the breathtaking views and features a gorgeous kitchen, dining and living area that can all be opened to the outdoors with accordion lanai doors. The covered lanai spans the entire length of the living space with more outdoor seating and dining options. Upstairs there is a large en-suite master bedroom that accesses the lanai with special touches like a honeymoon bathtub and motion-censor fixtures. Other features of the upstairs include a BBQ area off of the kitchen, a powder bathroom and laundry room.

The downstairs floor plan is all about the large lap pool, hot tub and spacious pool deck that overlooks the Pacific Ocean and Hualalai mountain. Enjoy captivating sunset views and whale watching (seasonal) and lots of space for lounging with the family. There are three bedrooms downstairs, each with an ocean view and walk-out to the pool. On the north end of the downstairs there is a second master bedroom that is separated from the two guest bedrooms (queen beds in each) by a media room. Every bedroom in the home offers an ocean view, private bathroom and smart television.

Enjoy peace and relaxation at Sunsets and Whales at Kohala Waterfront, where the rugged Big Island and world-class luxury come together. (Whale season is from mid-December to late March for visitors wishing to see Alaskan humpback whales up close. )

**Guests of Sunsets and Whales will receive exclusive membership benefits to the Mauna Lani, Auberge Resort Collections Wellness Center and Tennis Club. Guests will have complimentary access to the private lap pool, fitness center, locker rooms, sauna, pickleball and tennis facilities. This exclusive partnership with the Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection, is offered to only a select few vacation rental properties. Membership valid through February 20, 2025 and is subject to renewal.

TA-055-373-6704-01

Property manager

South Kohala Management

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

All units are non-smoking including the lanai.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is by the ocean. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

Mauna Kea Beach - 13 min drive
Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course - 14 min drive
Hapuna Beach State Park - 14 min drive
Waialea Beach - 17 min drive
Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 21 min drive

Getting around

Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - 14 min drive
Copper Bar - 15 min drive
Manta & Pavilion Wine Bar - 14 min drive
Anuenue Ice Cream - 7 min drive
The Seafood Bar u0026 Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden, Pua Mau Place Arboretum and Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center. Mauna Kea Beach and Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

30 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful Views

We enjoyed our 5 day stay here. It was a bit of a drive from shopping, but we enjoyed that aspect of it.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael R.

20 July 2023

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

Beautiful view in gated community overlooking the ocean

This is a new home with lovely views of the ocean. On many mornings, we were able to watch the dolphins from the lanai while enjoying our morning coffee. It was well-equipped with coffee filters, a starter supply of coffee and many spices. There are some elements of the home that are a bit unique--1) You can't have any door or window open for more than a minute or the AC turns off for at least a few hours. They have lovely accordion patio door but it was basically unusable as it was too hot to be without AC for any period of time. 2) They don't allow the AC to go below 72 degrees. It was hot when we were there and we are used to sleeping closer to 68 degrees--this made the nights uncomfortable. 3) The water temperature is also turned very low so your shower will be luke-warm vs. hot and have limited water pressure. I can appreciate that this is hyper-eco home but at this price, it felt restrictive. 4) There is one bedroom on the main floor and three in the basement (there is an elevator-which is very nice for those needing assistance with the stair). The layout it a bit odd as two of the bedrooms are connected and you can't get to the second bedroom without going through the first bedroom. This could be great if you have parents with small kids or a group of older kids who want an adjoining room but not great if you have two separate families. Kohala was helpful and responsive to our one major need (AC went out). I would recommend them again.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip G., Naples, FLorida

31 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful home

Home is a stunning new home on a hillside with beautiful views in a quiet gated neighborhood of 32 homes. About 40 minute ride to the airport. 2 great restaurants at the bottom of the hill about 3 miles away. Grocery store and other stores are about 12 miles away in Wiamea. There is a neighborhood hiking trail along the water which is a beautiful hike for somewhat who is fit. The only negative was the spa needs to be drained and cleaned. None of guests would use it because of its lack of cleanliness.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

alexander c.

25 Aug 2022

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

Views of a lifetime

Our visit was wonderful. The home was well equipped, beautiful, and had space enough for everyone. We did a lot of cooking, especially breakfast and the home had everything we needed, including two coffee makers which came in handy with 8 adults. The appliances were all high-end and you could see pride in ownership from the owner who built this property. I would stay there again with my family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

30 Mar 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and amazing views

Home was just exactly what we were looking for. Only issue we had was the floors got dirty very quickly. Guessing from white tile and going in and out from pool deck. Did ask for more TP which never came but went to the local store. Asked twice to see if we could check out later as we had a 9:45 pm flight but no response from management company. Guessing this house is booked often. Overall a fantastic vacation and home for the week!!!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by South Kohala Management

South Kohala Management has been the market leader in luxury resort vacation rentals on the Kohala Coast since 1982. With over 120 outstanding vacation properties in our portfolio to choose from, we specialize in offering luxurious properties in the most exclusive locations. We are a family-owned and locally-based business and our team of seasoned property managers and reservations agents are available daily to take care of our customers with the personal touch of aloha. Trust that your vacation is in good hands and do not hesitate to contact us for help with planning your next trip to the Big Island.