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"Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play

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A coastal property with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
A wooden entrance with intricate carvings, a stone pathway, and a bench.
An aerial view of a modern house with a swimming pool, multiple rooms, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern house with a flat roof, solar panels, and a garage.
A modern house with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • 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, Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden view

1 Queen Bed

master 2

1 King Bed

Master 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Garden view Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Master Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

pool side bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Kamuela

Located in Kamuela, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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 kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Kamuela, HI

What's nearby

  • Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Spencer Beach Park - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hau Tree - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Piko Coffee+Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kahua Ranch - ‬42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play on 1 Sept 2027 start from AU$13,315, 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.

Is "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Sea World" at Your Feet + Casual Elegance + Absolute Privacy = Whales Play located?

Situated on the waterfront, 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

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
Stunning Vistas!! Well stocked kitchen with spices and every type of cooking contraption you could ever want. Kohala Waterfront is an amazing location to spend a relaxing vacation away from it all. Would highly recommend this lovely home!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely amazing. Amazing views and house was immaculate. Just the entry into the subdivision itself is breathtaking. Would 100% stay here again anytime I visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place in a perfect location. House was super well furnished with everything we needed. The owner Sue was super responsive to all our questions and checked on us to make sure we were doing well. Would absolutely stay here again! Made our trip to the Big Island one to remember!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation home has amazing ocean views from almost every room. Bedrooms are spacious and beautifully decorated. A lanai wraps around the upper floor with multiple seating options providing different, beautiful vistas. The lower level infinity pool and hot tub are pristine and perfect for enjoying the view. The area is quiet and private, yet near several snorkeling beaches, restaurants, and shops. The house is fully stocked with everything you might need, from the gourmet kitchen to beach towels to snorkeling gear to binoculars. We weren't there for whales, but we saw spinner dolphins! The manager was quick to respond to our questions, and the host was great throughout the trip planning process. We loved staying at Whale's Play!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible house, view, pool, huge lanai! The property is super private. Has a large kitchen and tons of outdoor seating. We saw a humpback whale from the house! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is magical. Great views, great amenities. Best stocked kitchen for supplies and ingredients I’ve ever seen. Friendly host and property manager. Pool and hot tub clean and functional. Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The highlight was the amazing view and infinity pool. Sunsets every night were amazing. The house had everything we needed for a family of five so cooking meals was a breeze. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views (ocean from 2 rooms). Pool was amazing for kids and adults. Plenty of lounge space inside and out. Hot tub was great. All kitchen and bathroom supplies you would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and a beautiful home .Well equipped and decorated.We would for sure return to this amazing place .
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house with stunning views. Susan was very welcoming and the house was very high end and well stocked. Would absolutely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whales Play exceeded our high expectations!! The home is lovely--well-maintained, beautifully appointed, thoughtfully stocked. It offers incredible privacy while still being a short hop to all the amenities. We not only saw whales, we could HEAR them from the lanai....truly magical!Highly recommend, would love to go back, would rate it 6 stars if we could!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as shown in the pictures. The kitchen had everything you could need. The new TV room down by the pool was a great addition. Check in was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! The view especially the sunset is spectacular from the pool area and lanai. The house has everything you could want and it is hard to leave to see other parts of the island. The owner and property manager were very responsive and quickly resolved any questions. Hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home

Fantastic views on in a secluded and private setting. Beautiful home and loved the outdoor dining and lounging spaces the most. Great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Stunning

Whales Play is a truly special property. Incredibly private and quiet! Well appointed kitchen and lovely/comfortable furniture throughout the house. The pool area is perfect! Would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible

This place is amazing and even better than advertised. Sue is a wonderful, responsive host. Would love to stay here again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We’ve stayed at this property twice - both times it’s been amazing. Clean, well stocked, wonderful pool and incredible views. Easy check-in and out and communication with the host was fantastic. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent VRBO

Beautiful setting perched above the Pacific with breath-taking views of whales playing and amazing sunsets. Quiet neighborhood. Very safe. Owners were quick with inquiries and delightful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Beyond Words

Everything about this place is incredible beyond words. The location is private and peaceful. The views are breathtakingly beautiful. The house is extremely comfortable and has so much to admire it was hard to leave and go enjoy the island. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3rd time stay was still wonderful

Even in the off season for whale watching, you’ll still be able to enjoy the peacefulness of Kohala Coast while seeing dolphins from time to time. The amenities are top-notched. The only hiccup was the grill ran out of gas and there was no back-up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An Amazing House and Stay!

We have had stayed at a number of VRBOs and houses on the island, but have been wanting to stay at Whale’s Play for several years. We finally got our opportunity and it was an amazing experience that did not disappoint. The views are unmatched and the house is well stocked with everything we needed for our 5 night stay. The lanai and pool area were our favorite spots to relax. Definitely stay at Whale’s Play if you have the opportunity. Sue, our host, and Leilani were also amazing throughout with recommendations on where to eat and things to do. Would have given this house a higher rating if VRBO allowed
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay at Whales Play

Visited the big island for a week with family and a few of our daughter’s friends prior to moving to Oahu for a meeting. I cannot say enough good things about this property. The location in wonderful and the house is immaculate and well maintained. While we have had the fortune to stay at many nice villa/home rentals around the world, this is the first review I have ever written. The property is that good.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible - In every sense of the word!

The property was as listed - but better. The experience with the owner and management company were in line with the reviews - but better. The location was perfect. We hope that this property is still an active VRBO option when we return to Hawaii. The owner has thought of every amenity - it is the most well appointed home we have experienced. Simply wonderful!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Simply Incredible

Unbelievable property with stunning views. The owner and property manager were very communicative and accommodating. The beautiful pictures do not do this place justice. The views and grounds were incredible. Location was great. Everything was clean and secure. Could not rate this place highly enough. Would recommend to anyone looking to spend time on the big island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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