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

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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. )

TA-055-373-6704-01

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All units are non-smoking including the lanai.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 590160060000, TA-055-373-6704-01, GE-055-373-6704-01
Property # 2044033vb
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

About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Mauna Kea Beach and Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden and Pua Mau Place Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Pua Mau Place Arboretum - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 20 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Mauna Lani Beach - 24 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mauna Kea Cafe & Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Manta & Pavilion Wine Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Copper Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hau Tree - ‬15 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching!?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brand New Oceanfront Home - Enjoy Fabulous Sunsets & Whale Watching! on 25 June 2026 start from AU$2,934, 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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 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 sea, 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week with our kids and grandkids. We love the neighborhood and the area. Saw whales right from the balcony every day. Beautiful sunsets. Great golf, resorts and restaurants nearby. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Thank you kindly for the amazing review! We are so happy you enjoyed your time and the beautiful home. We hope to host you again on your next Hawaiian vacation! Suzanne 🌺
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle C.

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

Gorgeous house overlooking whales!

We had a lovely stay at Sunsets and watched the whales in the ocean from the deck. The pool and sauna were wonderfully restorative. And the house was an excellent home base for our big family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2025
Thank you for the ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! We hope to host you again! Suzanne 🌺 South Kohala Management
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Mahalo for your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Paradise Found!

This home is is well appointed and has amazing ocean views (whales a plenty!) as well as a wonderful pool. We LOVED our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Beautiful property

Exactly as advertised. Great views, lovely neighborhood and location. Property managers responded to two minor issues within minutes and communication was excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Aloha David, Thank you very much for the feedback and the ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! It was a pleasure hosting you. Suzanne 🌺 South Kohala Management
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexander c.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2022
Mahalo for sharing your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2022
Mahalo for your feedback and the spa is scheduled to be cleaned.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
We appreciate your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We provide an initial supply of basic necessities but once that is depleted, you will need to provide them on your own. I apologize that no one returned your call regarding the late check-out request but this home has been very popular on the rental market.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Property was fabulous! We couldn’t recommend a more peaceful setting.

Great!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
Sunsets and Whales is an amazing property and we're glad it worked well for you and your family! Thank you for sharing your feedback and we look forward to your return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke J.

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

Stunning Views

The house actually does live up to the online photos. The accommodations were awesome. The views and sunsets breath taking. A great vacation rental for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Sunsets & Whales! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to the island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

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

Stunning views

This is an amazing house with incredible views. The perfect spot for relaxing in paradise listening to waves crash while sitting by the pool. The home is well furnished with everything you need (appliances for cooking, soaps, towels, paper towels, etc) and the property manager is very responsive. We saw lots of dolphin and would love to visit in the winter to see whales.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
We are happy to hear that Sunsets and Whales worked well for you and your family! Thank you for sharing your feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Spectacular views in a luxurious home!

This home looks exactly like pictures depict; it's stunning! The 4 bedrooms each have their own bathroom which was nice for our family, but this rental would also be great for couples looking for a luxury rental. We had tons of activities planned around the island, but we hated leaving the house at was so spectacular! We even saw whales while sipping coffee from the lanai. The property mangers were very responsive and readily available. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by South Kohala Management

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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.

Why they chose this property

Newly constructed Modern Resort Home. Completed in 2020.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy some of the most spectacular whale watching in Hawaii from the comfort of your home!

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